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No trip to China is complete without a cruise on the world-famous, spellbinding Yangtze River. Onboard one of the prestigious five-star cruise ships in China, the "East King" and the "East Queen" through the spectacular Three Gorges between Yichang and Chongqing, our river trips promise unparalleled adventure, combining unabashed luxury with majestic scenery and fascinating cultural attractions. Most of our cruises originate and/or end in the cities of Chongqing and Yichang. Nicknamed the "Capital of Mist" and skirted on three sides by rivers, the 2000-year-old city of Chongqing is famous for its rich historical and cultural legacies with famous sites such as Dazu Grottos, Hot Spring Park and Chongqing Museum. It is also fast becoming a city of the future, ambitious to be a powerhouse of industry and commerce. Yichang, the upriver gateway to the Three Gorges, has been a strategic water passage between Sichuan and Hubei provinces since ancient times. Today it is a new industrial city and the largest hydropower base in China. The Three Gorges Project site lies within its territory.
 Equipped with the finest navigational equipment available and specially designed to American specifications for the utmost in comfort and safety, the "East King" and the "East Queen", similar in comfort and luxury, offer the largest passenger cabins available on the Yangtze River. They are perfectly suited to meet the needs of individual or group travelers. Special events, including theme parties and business conventions, are professionally and efficiently managed by our western-trained on-board staff of tour specialists, from concept to completion. Both ships offer excellent recreational and leisure facilities to insure your utmost enjoyment while on board.
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| Detailed Itinerary |
| Day 1 |
Depart USA
Depart the USA on your international flight. |
| Day 2 |
Enroute |
| Day 3 |
Chengdu
Arrive Chengdu, Trasfer to your hotel. |
| Day 4 |
Chengdu
Full day excursion to Wolong Panda Breading Center.(B L D) |
| Day 5 |
Chengdu - Chongqing
Transfer to Chongqong and embark the East King (East Queen). Cruise departure in the evening.(B L D) |
| Day 6 |
Cruise
Cruise on Yangtze River, shore excursion to Shibaozhai (Wanxian). (B L D) |
| Day 7 |
Cruise
Cruise on Yangtze River with shore excursion to Shennong Stream, and the Three Gorges Project Site.(B L D) |
| Day 8 |
Wuhan - Beijing
Arrive Yichang and transfer to Wuhan. Connect flight to Beijing. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. (B L D) |
| Day 9 |
Beijing
Visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace. Evening Peking Opera. (B L D) |
| Day 10 |
Beijing
Full day excursion to the Ming Tombs, Juyong Great Wall and the Sacred Way. Evening Peking Duck Dinner.(B L D) |
| Day 11 |
Beijing - Xi'an
Morning flight to Xi'an. Afternoon tour to Big Wild Goose Pagoda and City Wall. (B
L
D) |
| Day 12 |
Xi'an
Full day excursion of the Terra Cotta Warriors Museum incldung Circular Screen
movie and visit to the Banpo Museum. Attent a special Tang Dynasty Dinner and
Show. (B L D) |
| Day 13 |
Xi'an - Departure
Transfer to airport for exit flight back to the USA.(B ) |
(B/L/D - indicates meals included in the package)
* Please note: the above itinerary is subject to change without
notice.
Should you want to add additional hotel nights and tour options in China and
other Asian destinations, use our Create-A-Tour or
Make it Asia! Stop-Over Package
options to create your own tailored itinerary. Your tour coordinator will be happy
to assist you with questions and rates.
*Notes Tour prices quoted are per person. Quotes are subject to change without prior notice, and are valid for a minimum of 2 persons. Quotes are not applicable during special holidays, e. g. New Year, Chinese New Year. For Biking, Skiing, Diving, Golfing and Diving tours, quotes do not include equipment. Special rates for groups larger than 10 persons are available. Please contact us for more information.
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| Map |
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| Itinerary |
| Day 1 |
Depart USA |
| Day 2 |
Enroute |
| Day 3 |
Chengdu |
| Day 4 |
Chengdu |
| Day 5 |
Chengdu - Chongqing |
| Day 6 |
Cruise |
| Day 7 |
Cruise |
| Day 8 |
Wuhan - Beijing |
| Day 9 |
Beijing |
| Day 10 |
Beijing |
| Day 11 |
Beijing - Xi'an |
| Day 12 |
Xi'an |
| Day 13 |
Xi'an
- Departure |
Price |
| US$3, 960pp |
US$1,276 (Single Supplement) |
Tour Inclusions |
| 1) International Air from West Coast, except "Stop-over" tours and Hong Kong/Macau tours. |
| 2) English Speaking Guides as stated in itinerary. |
| 3) Hotel Accommodations are based on Run-of-House or standard. Rooms are based on twin beds unless otherwise specified. King bedrooms may be more (and may be based on availability at time of checkin). Non-smoking rooms may also not be available and are on request basis only. |
| 4) Cruises are based on standard room category. |
| 5) All flights are based on economy class. |
| 6) Round Trip Transfers are private unless otherwise stated in itinerary. |
| 7) Meals -
American (buffet) breakfast & Local Lunch & Dinner
unless otherwise stated in itinerary. B = Breakfast
L = Lunch D =Dinner. |
| 8) All tours and entrance fees private unless otherwise stated in itinerary. |
| 9) Generally, only one piece of checked baggage at 44 pounds in addition to one carry-on per person is allowed on all Chinese domestic flights, China to/from Hong Kong flights and some Intra-Asia flights. |
Tour Exclusions |
| 1) U.S. Domestic Air or Other Transportation not mentioned in itinerary. |
| 2) Items of a personal nature. |
| 3) Those items
as not stated as included. |
| 4) Guide and
Driver tips are left to your discretion. |
| 5) Hotel portage
baggage handling. |
| 6) Passport
and Visa Fees. (Visa services provided by China Professional
Tours. Ask your agent for details.) |
| 7) Excess
Baggage Fees. |
8) Travel & Tour
insurance. (Highly recommended optional insurance
available through China Professional Tours. Ask your
agent for details.) |
| 9) International
Cell Phone. (Rental of cell phone for international
use is available. Please call for details.) |
| 10) Other
U.S or International Departure Taxes. |
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