General Tours > Yangtze Sampler 2008 Departures

Yangtze Sampler 2008 Departures
12 Days starting from $2,389

Countries Visited:
China

 

Length: 12 Days
Type: Fixed Departure Dates
Category: Uncategorized
Operator: General Tours
Tour Code: GT-275
   
 
About This Tour


Our General Tours World Traveler Ship... Victoria Katarina Spend 4 nights on-board this perfect, deluxe river vessel as you explore all of the highlights of China. The Katarina’s spacious outside cabins with private balconies ensure great comfort – and fantastic views – as you journey through the spectacular Three Gorges. With many meals in the itinerary, and all meals on-board, you’ll enjoy delightful dining throughout your vacation.
 
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  • Itinerary
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The General Tours World Traveler Advantage
  • Our most popular escorted vacation covering all the high points of China, including the Yangtze. An all-balconied, deluxe ship on the Yangtze and 4-star hotels in wonderful locations. Touch Antiquity in China’s first capital, Xian, a unique opportunity to hold artifacts thousands of years old. See the remarkable architectural venues of China’s Olympic Games in Beijing.

HOTEL INFORMATION:

Jianguo Hotel
Hotel Class: Superior First Class
The Jianguo Hotel in Beijing is the first international hotel in China since 1982, and the only garden hotel in Beijing. The hotel is situated at the diplomatic quarter of Beijing, but it is walking distance from the metro and the Silk Street Market. All guest rooms have air-conditioning, voicemail, telephone, cable TV, and mini-bar. Other hotel amenities include indoor heated pool, sauna, and fitness room.

Sofitel Hyland Hotel
Hotel Class: Superior First Class
The Sofitel Hyland Hotel is in the center of the commercial district of Shanghai close to regional shopping, on Nanjing Road. All 401 rooms include air-conditioning, mini-bar, radio, satellite TV, telephone, and voicemail. Additional amenities include bar, restaurant, WiFi internet, beauty salon, fitness center, massage center, and sauna.

Marriott Grand New World
Hotel Class: First Class
Located at the heart of Xian near the West Gate, guests are minutes from the local market, shopping, and cultural events. All rooms have radio, TV, minibar, climate control, and telephone. Additional amenities include gymnasium, swimming pool, sauna, and tennis courts.
 
Day 1 - Beijing
Check-in to the deluxe Jianguo Hotel, perfectly located on Beijing’s main avenue.

Day 2 - Discover Beijing
Begin in Tiananmen Square with an unforgettable experience: Kite flying in this vast public plaza with the guidance of a master kite maker. Then enter the sprawling Forbidden City#WHS#, legendary residence of Ming Dynasty emperors. Boarding rickshaws, you’ll explore a Hutong, one of Beijing’s old settlements, and meet with a resident family. Meals B,L

Day 3 - Beijing – Great Wall & Ming Tombs Excursion
A thrilling day unfolds as you travel into the rugged mountain landscapes north of Beijing, where the Great Wall#WHS# stretches onward for thousands of miles. You’ll walk atop this ancient fortification and then visit the Ming Tombs#WHS#, burial site of 13 Chinese Emperors. Stroll along the statue-lined Sacred Way and explore Changling Tomb, the largest and most architecturally grand of these ancient burial sites. Meals B,L

Day 4 - Beijing / Yichang – Embark your luxury ship
Visit the Pandas at the Beijing Zoo before touring the pavilions of the lovely Summer Palace#WHS#. En route to the airport, you’ll see stunning 2008 Olympic venues. Fly to Yichang to board the deluxe Victoria Katarina for a 4-night cruise up the legendary Yangtze. Victoria Katarina – Meals B,L

Day 5 - Cruising / Three Gorges Dam
The Three Gorges Dam has altered the landscapes and life of vast stretches of central China. Your visit to the Dam this morning reveals the far-reaching impact of this amazing engineering feat. Later, the Anna enters the 5-stage ship locks of the dam itself. Meals B,L,D

Day 6 - Cruising / Shennong Stream / Three Gorges
Disembark onto small boats for a dramatic journey up Shennong Stream, one of the most scenic of the Yangtze’s tributaries. Back on board, your ship continues through the lovely Wu Gorge and Qutang Gorge, the narrowest and some say most spectacular of the Three Gorges. Meals B,L,D

Day 7 - Cruising / Fengdu
Today’s excursion explores the famous “Ghost City” of Fengdu. Numerous temples here, some dating to the 14th century, feature fantastic carvings and depictions of spirits and beings from Chinese mythologies. Meals B,L,D

Day 8 - Arrive Chongqing / Fly to Xian
Disembark your ship and fly to Xian, the ancient capital for 13 dynasties. Upon arrival, you’ll be met and escorted to the beautifully-renovated Grand New World Hotel. Meals B,L

Day 9 - Xian
The Terra Cotta Warriors#WHS# is China’s most important archaeological discovery, a vast terra cotta army buried 2,000 years ago to guard the tomb of China’s first emperor. Today, you visit the excavation site where thousands of life-sized warriors and horses have been uncovered. Later, we’ve arranged for you to Touch Antiquity – an opportunity to handle and examine recently excavated relics. Meals B,L

Day 10 - Xian / Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai and travel from the airport to downtown via the city’s ultra-modern Mag-Lev Train, the world’s fastest. Our deluxe hotel is right on famous Nanjing Road in the city center. Sofitel Hyland Hotel – Meals B

Day 11 - A FreeStyle Day in Shanghai
Customize your vacation by choosing any one of these carefully planned and prepaid excursions:

• Classic City Tour - Discover Shanghai’s many highlights, from the graceful waterfront Bund through the historic French Concession to the tranquil Yu Yuan Gardens.
• Cultural City Tour: Tour Shanghai’s Jewish heritage district and visit the Shanghai Museum.
• Shanghai Architectural Showcase: See the old and new of this constantly changing city – the city’s liveliest galleries, boutiques and cafes.
• A Day in the Life: Visit local markets with a city resident to shop for ingredients before cooking lunch.

Meals B,D

Day 12 - Shanghai
Your program with us finishes after breakfast. It’s easy to discover more of Asia with our affordable FreeStyle Travel packages to Hong Kong, Japan, Southeast Asia and beyond! Meals B


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Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.
         
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The General Tours World Traveler Advantage
  • Our most popular escorted vacation covering all the high points of China, including the Yangtze. An all-balconied, deluxe ship on the Yangtze and 4-star hotels in wonderful locations. Touch Antiquity in China’s first capital, Xian, a unique opportunity to hold artifacts thousands of years old. See the remarkable architectural venues of China’s Olympic Games in Beijing.

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