Majestic Yangtze

14-Day Tour

Overview

Explore the best of China’s historical and natural wonders on this 14-day adventure. From the futuristic skyline of Shanghai to the ancient Terracotta Warriors, from the majestic Yangtze River to the Great Wall of China, this tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and breathtaking scenery.

What’s Included

✔ Accommodation – 12 nights in carefully selected hotels and a Yangtze River cruise
✔ Meals – 29 meals (12 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 8 dinners)
✔ Transport – International & domestic flights, bullet train, private coach
✔ Guided Tours – English-speaking guides for all major sightseeing experiences
✔ Entry Fees – Admission to all included attractions
✔ Porterage – Luggage assistance at all hotels
✔ Cultural Experiences – Traditional performances, local markets, and hands-on activities

Tour Itinerary

Days 1-2: Fly to Shanghai

• Overnight flight to Shanghai, the ‘Paris of the East’.
• Arrive and enjoy free time to explore or relax.

Day 3: Explore Shanghai

• Visit the Yu Garden, a classical Chinese garden.
• Explore the old town and learn about silk production at the Silk Factory.
• Stroll along The Bund, Shanghai’s famous riverside promenade.
• Enjoy a Huangpu River cruise for stunning city views.
• Sample traditional Shanghainese cuisine for dinner.

Day 4: Modern Pudong & Yangtze Cruise

• Visit Pudong, Shanghai’s futuristic financial district.
• Fly to Yichang and transfer to Maoping dock.
• Board your Yangtze River Cruise vessel.

Days 5-7: Yangtze River Cruise

• Marvel at the Three Gorges Dam, one of the world’s greatest engineering feats.
• Cruise through the dramatic scenery of the Three Gorges.
• Take a side trip to Shennong or Goddess Stream.
• Enjoy shore excursions to riverside towns and cultural sites.

Day 8: Historical Ciqikou

• Disembark in Chongqing and explore Ciqikou, a historic porcelain-making district.
• Stroll through its traditional architecture and lively streets.
• Transfer to Chengdu and enjoy a Sichuanese dinner.
• Optional: Watch a Sichuan Opera performance, famous for ‘face-changing’.

Day 9: Chengdu Panda Conservation Centre

• Visit the Panda Conservation Centre to see pandas up close.
• Learn about China’s panda breeding programme.
• Travel by bullet train to Xian.
• Enjoy a Shui Jiao dumpling feast and a Tang Dynasty dance show.

Day 10: Terracotta Warriors & Xian City Walls

• Visit the Terracotta Army, one of China’s greatest archaeological discoveries.
• Stop at a workshop where artisans recreate the warriors.
• Walk along Xian’s 14th Century city walls.
• Optional: Evening tour of Xian illuminated at night.

Day 11: Little Wild Goose Pagoda & Muslim Quarter

• Visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda, an important Buddhist landmark.
• Stroll through Xian’s Muslim Quarter, known for its street food and vibrant atmosphere.
• Fly to Beijing, China’s historic capital.

Day 12: Imperial Beijing

• Explore Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing.
• Walk through the Forbidden City, home to China’s emperors for centuries.
• Visit the Temple of Heaven, a spiritual retreat for ancient rulers.
• Enjoy a Chinese acrobatic show in the evening.

Day 13: The Great Wall & Summer Palace

• Walk along the Great Wall of China, one of the world’s greatest wonders.
• Visit a jade factory and learn about this precious stone.
• Wander through the idyllic gardens of the Summer Palace.
• Savour Beijing’s famous Peking Duck for dinner.

Day 14: Fly Beijing to UK

• Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

This 14-day tour is the perfect way to explore China’s imperial history, breathtaking landscapes, and rich culture, making it an unforgettable experience.