Visit Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, once the imperial
residence of the emperors and their families from the 1400s until
1911. After lunch, cruise Lake Kunming and explore the Summer
Palace, the 19th-century imperial garden and summer retreat. Later,
join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.
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Days 1-2: USA or Canada/Beijing, China
View the magnificent vistas of the Chinese countryside from
Mutianyu, the best-preserved section of the Great Wall. This
afternoon, visit Spirit Way and the Ming Tombs, the burial site for
13 of 17 emperors of the Ming Dynasty.
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Day 3: Beijing
This morning, enjoy the Temple of Heaven, said to be the single
most beautiful example of Ming period architecture, followed by
shopping at either Silk Alley or Hongqiao Market, where you can
buy everything from a beautiful, traditional Chinese dress to the
latest, most technologically advanced gadgets in the world. In the
afternoon, choose from DESIGN YOUR DAY options: Tour the winding alleys of the
hutongs (old traditional neighborhoods) by pedicab, or visit the
Lama Temple and Liulichang, an area known for its books and art.
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Day 4: Beijing
Fly to Xian and explore the site of the Terra Cotta Warriors,
thousands of life-size figures created to guard Emperor Qin
Shihuanghi in death. Your visit to this archaeological marvel
includes Pits One, Two and Three.
Shangri-La Hotel B L D
Day 5: Beijing
In the morning, go to the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, the Xian
Museum and the Ancient Gate of the City Wall. After lunch, visit
the Yangling Museum, home to archaeological discoveries from
Han dynasty tombs. Later, fly to Shanghai.
Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai B L D
Day 6: Beijing/Xian
Begin the day with a stroll through the Yu Garden and Old Town
before taking a guided walk along the Bund, the magnificent
waterfront Esplanade along the Huang Pu River. In the afternoon,
learn all about Shanghai at the Urban Planning Museum and the
Shanghai Museum. End your day at the famous Shanghai Acrobatic
Show.
Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai B L D
Day 7: Xian/Shanghai
In the morning, explore the beautiful water village of Zhujiajiao. In
the afternooon, Design Your Day in Shanghai from these options:
Enjoy the panorama of colorful lights
in the Bund Sightseeing Tunnel, Pearl TV Tower or embark on a guided
shopping expedition.
Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai B L D
Day 8: Shanghai
Fly to Yichang and board your elegant river cruiser, MS 'Yangzi Explorer.'
Sanctuary MS 'Yangzi Explorer' B L D
Day 9: Shanghai/Zhujiajiao/Shanghai
Cruise the mighty Yangzi, passing through the legendary Three
Gorges: Qutang, Wu and Xiling. This is perhaps the most
picturesque region in China, and your voyage is enhanced
with informative shore excursions led by expert historians and
naturalists.
Sanctuary MS 'Yangzi Explorer' B L D
Day 10: Shanghai/Yichang
Fly to Guilin and explore Tunnel Cave or Reed Flute Cave, two of
the many limestone caverns that dot the area. End your day with a
traditional Singing and Dancing Show.
Sheraton Guilin Hotel B L D
Days 11-13: Cruising the Yangzi River
A cruise on the scenic Li River is akin to travelling inside a Chinese
landscape painting. Take in amazing vistas of limestone mountains
on your way to rural Yangshuo. Afterwards, board your flight for
Hong Kong.
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Day 14: Chongqing/Guilin
Discover the Sheung Wan Market, Man Mo Temple and Victoria
Peak. Then take a sampan through Aberdeen Harbour and savor a
dim sum lunch.
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Day 15: Guilin/Hong Kong
View the world's largest outdoor bronze Buddha statue, Tian Tan.
Other sights include Po Lin Monastery, Ngong Ping Village and the
Ngong Ping Skyrail. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a
farewell dinner.
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Day 16: Hong Kong
Board your homebound flight.
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Day 17: Hong Kong
Day 18: Hong Kong/USA or Canada