EN202 Beijing-Yichang-Yangtze River Cruise-Chongqing-Guilin-Shanghai 12 Days
Friday, 23 January 2009 11:51
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EN202 Beijing-Yichang-Yangtze River Cruise-Chongqing-Guilin-Shanghai 12 Days
Tour Code: EN202
The tour includes Dignified Beijing, beautiful Three Gorges, dynamic Shanghai and breathtaking natural Guilin. The highlights of the Three Gorges are all collected in this Yangtze River Cruise tour.
Tour Itinerary:
D1. USA-Beijing
Depart USA to China.
D2. Beijing (L)
The flight arrives at Beijing , you are met by our tour guide and to be transferred to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax.
D3. Beijing (B, L)
In the morning, you take a half-day excursion to explore the incredible Forbidden City with its grand palaces and courtyards. Built in 1420, it was here that 24 emperors lived and ruled for over 500 years. The South Gate leads you to Tian'anmen Square - the biggest of its kind in the world.
In the afternoon, you continue to the beautiful Summer Palace where you can discover gardens, palaces and pavilions with temples and halls in a tranquil, landscaped lakeside setting. In the evening, you will enjoy a fascinating Peking Opera Show at the Liyuan Theatre.
D4. Beijing (B, L)
In the morning, you will take a half-day guided visit to the awesome Great Wall of China. Here you can enjoy the stunning views as you stroll along this seemingly endless piece of history, which winds its way into the far distance. In the afternoon, you continue to the Ming Tomb, which took over 200 years to complete.
D5. Beijing-Yichang-Yangtze River (B, L)
You visit the Temple of Heaven, where the Emperor prayed for harvest in Ming and Qing dynasty. Later in the day, you board a flight to Yichang and embark the cruise ship.
D6. Yangtze River (B, L)
The cruise's first stop is at Taipingxi (or Sandouping), where you disembark to visit the massive Three Gorges Dam Project. The ship sails through Xiling Gorge, the longest one of the Three Gorges. Then you disembark at Wushan where you board small riverboat for a leisurely ride through Shennong Stream, which offers clear running waters, picturesque rock formations, and even monkeys and goat along its banks. Then you sail through Wu Gorge, famous for its quiet beauty, and Qutang Gorge, the shortest and most dramatic one of the Three Gorges.
D7. Yangtze River (B, L)
You have an excursion at Shibaozhai or ‘ Ghost City ' Fengdu, depending on the river condition. Shaibaozhai is famous for its 12-story tall, 400 year old wooden pagoda, which is balanced precariously on top of the steep cliff.
D8. Yangtze River-Chongqing (B, L)
You disembark at Chongqing to visit Chongqing Zoo, where you can have an intimate contact with pandas and the General Joseph W. Stilwell Museum, who was chief commander of US forces in the China-Burma-India Theatre during World War II. You can stop at Ci Qi Kou old town if time permits.
D9. Chongqing-Guilin (B, L)
You depart Chongqing for Guilin by air. Upon arrival you visit historic Fubo Hill and the Reed Flute Cave- a 790 feet deep dripstone cave which includes myriads of stalactites and stalagmites of dazzling colors.
D10. Gulin-Yangshuo-Guilin (B, L)
Today you take a scenic river cruise along the Li River with its peaceful senerity and jagged limestone peaks. Lunch is included on board before arriving at Yangshuo where you have free time to explore and peruse the local shops and markets. Later you continue to take the private vehicle back to Guilin.
D11. Guilin-Shanghai (B, L)
You fly to Shanghai from Guilin. Upon arrival, you visit Shanghai Museum with its collection of ancient Chinese Art of bronze, ceramics, painting and calligraphy. In the evening, you attend a Chinese Acrobatic Show.
D12. Shanghai-USA (B, L)
In the morning, you visit the Yu Garden, which has over 30 pavilions, linked by a maze of corridors and bridges. In the afternoon, you are transferred to the airport for the flight back to the States.
Departure Date: January-December
Price: Special Offers on request.
Service Included:
* Entrance fees.
* Meals as listed in the itinerary, B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=Dinner.
* Private Car/Van for transfers & sightseeing and English-speaking Local Guide.
* Hotels deluxe/comfort class (Land category 4-star or 5 star by any possibility, twin share bases with breakfast).
* Trains and Flights as listed in the itinerary and Airport Taxes.
Service not Included:
* Visa Fees and International flight.
* Gratuities, Tips to guides and drivers.
* Personal Expenses.
* Single Room Supplement.
Note:
Prices are not valid by High Season and Chinese holiday periods, for e.g.: April 30th - May 3th, Sep 30th to Oct 7th, and Chinese New Year period which usually falls in End of January. With high season and main holidays the Price will increase. Price for Superior class hotels will be some higher and for middle class hotels will be some lower.
We thank you for your interest in the tour above. By questions please feel free to contact us. For a fast response, please submit a quick Reservation or Enquiry form below by clicking button "Enquiry", and we'll get back to you by e-mail within 24 hours.
Last Updated ( Friday, 06 March 2009 10:09 )
EN203 Shanghai-Suzhou-Yichang-Chongqing-Xi'an-Beijing 16 Days
Friday, 23 January 2009 11:52
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EN203 Shanghai-Suzhou-Yichang-Chongqing-Xi'an-Beijing 16 Days
Archeological Treasures-Yangtze River 16 Days
Tour Code: EN203
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1 USA-Shanghai
You will board your transpacific flight to Shanghai.
Day 2 Shanghai (L)
Upon arrival, you are met and escorted to the hotel.
Day 3 Shanghai (B, L)
Your full-day tour takes you to the Shanghai Museum, including handheld recorder highlighting the special features of the museum's permanent collection, Nanjing or Huai Hai Road shops and a carpet factory. Then you continue on to visit the European-style Bund and the Children's Palace. Tonight, you enjoy a performance of the renowned and amazing Shanghai acrobats.
Day 4 Shanghai-Zhujiajiao-Suzhou (B, L)
This morning you take a walking tour where you visit the picturesque water town of Zhujiajiao, known for its winding canals, arched bridges and Ming and Qing architecture. A highlight of your tour includes a sampan ride on the canals. Then you go to the charming garden city of Suzhou.
Day 5 Suzhou (B, L)
Today a tour of Suzhou, noted for its ancient gardens, takes you to the Pan Men City Gate, North Temple Pagoda and Lingering Garden. In the afternoon, you visit the new Suzhou Museum designed by I.M. Pei and Embroidery Research Institute.
Day 6 Suzhou-Shanghai-Yichang (B, L)
This morning you take a bus back to Shanghai for your flight/motorcoach to Yichang where you will board a ship and begin your cruise upstream in your outside cabin with balcony accommodations.
Day 7 Yangtze River Cruise: San Dou Ping-Xiling Gorge (B, L,D)
You stop at San Dou Ping to see the Three Gorges Dam Project. Then you board the ship and sail through the dramatic Three Gorges Ship Lock before continuing through Xiling Gorge, longest of the famed Three Gorges.
Day 8 Yangtze River Cruise: Wu Gorge-Daning River Small Gorges/Shennong Stream-Qutang Gorge (B, L,D)
This morning, you marvel at Wu Gorge's deep zigzagging valley. At Wushan, you take a cruiser excursion up the Daning River to see its famous Small Gorges including the picturesque mini-gorges of the Ma Du River by sampan. Depending on the water level of the Yangtze River, your excursion may be on Shennong Stream with its equally spectac-ular small gorges. Then you rejoin your cruise ship and pass through the grandeur of Qutang Gorge, framed by steep mossy cliffs.
Day 9 Yangtze River Cruise: Shibaozhai (B, L,D)
Known as the “Pearl of the Yangtze,” you visit the magnificent 12-story wooden pagoda at scenic Shibaozhai today.
Alternate shore excursion may visit Fengdu or Wanzhou.
Day 10 Yangtze River Cruise: Chongqing-Dazu-Chongqing (B, L)
In the morning, you cruise through now-gentle countryside to Chongqing. On arrival, you take motorcoach to Dazu, famed for its Buddhist archeological sites. Here, sightseeing includes the renowned monumental Buddhist sculptures at Baodingshan. Afterwards you return to Chongqing.
Day 11 Chongqing-Xi'an (B, L)
This morning's city tour includes the Chongqing Zoo, home to Pandas and the South China Tiger, one of the most endangered big cats. Later, you fly to Xi'an. On arrival you visit the Wild Goose Pagoda before checking in to your hotel.
Day 12 Xi'an (B, L)
You visit the famed life-sized terra-cotta legion of warriors, buried with the emperor for over 2,200 years firstly. Then you have a view of Circle Vision Movie and the Bronze Chariot. Later, you visit the Shaanxi Provincial Historical Museum with our exclusive visit to the private artifact room where you may white-glove handle some of the national treasures from the museum's collection.
Day 13 Xi'an-Beijing (B, L)
You take morning flight to China's capital, Beijing. In the afternoon, a fun-filled pedicab ride takes you through the Hutong district's ancient narrow streets to enjoy a close-up look at the heritage of this exciting city, including a visit with a local family.
Day 14 Beijing (B, L)
This morning, you visit the Temple of Heaven and see local morning exercise. Then you see the Imperial Vault of Heaven with its Echo Wall and the Nine-Dragon Cypress, thought to be more than 500 years old. Besides, you see Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City's Imperial Palace including the jewelry section.
Day 15 Beijing (B, L)
Today you tour the Great Wall at Badaling, and walk along its ancient ramparts. In the afternoon, you visit a cloisonné factory, and then stroll along the Sacred Way, lined with statues of warriors and mythical beasts, to the Ming Tombs and Chang Ling Exhibition Hall.
Day 16 Beijing-USA (B)
Today, you will be transferred to the airport and fly home.
Departure Date: January-December
Price: Special Offers on request.
Service Included:
* Entrance fees.
* Meals as listed in the itinerary, B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=Dinner.
* Private Car/Van for transfers & sightseeing and English-speaking Local Guide.
* Hotels deluxe/comfort class (Land category 4-star or 5 star by any possibility, twin share bases with breakfast).
* Trains and Flights as listed in the itinerary and Airport Taxes.
Service not Included:
* Visa Fees and International flight.
* Gratuities, Tips to guides and drivers.
* Personal Expenses.
* Single Room Supplement.
Note:
Prices are not valid by High Season and Chinese holiday periods, for e.g.: April 30th - May 3th, Sep 30th to Oct 7th, and Chinese New Year period which usually falls in End of January. With high season and main holidays the Price will increase. Price for Superior class hotels will be some higher and for middle class hotels will be some lower.
We thank you for your interest in the tour above. By questions please feel free to contact us. For a fast response, please submit a quick Reservation or Enquiry form below by clicking button "Enquiry", and we'll get back to you by e-mail within 24 hours.
Last Updated ( Friday, 06 March 2009 10:08 )
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EN205 Beijing-Yichang-Yangtze River-Chongqing-Xian-Guilin-Shanghai 15 Days
Friday, 23 January 2009 11:54
Kaisertour
EN205 Beijing-Yichang-Yangtze River-Chongqing-Xi'an-Guilin-Shanghai 15 Days
Majestic Yangtze 15 Days
Tour Code: EN205
Tour Itinerary:
D1. USA-Beijing
Depart USA to China.
D2. Beijing (L)
The flight arrives at Beijing , you are met by our tour guide and to be transferred to the hotel.
D3. Beijing (B, L)
Beijing is the capital of China, and the host city for the 2008 Olympics. You embark for a full day tour, beginning at Tian An Men Square, the largest public square in the world, its monuments and buildings situated around the square's perimeter. Then you visit the Forbidden City and Summer Palace as well as enjoy a walk along Lake Kunming.
D4. Beijing (B, L)
The Great Wall of China is one of the seven great man-made wonders of the world and definitely the focal point of China. Then you have a visit to the historic Hutong and Alley of Beijing old town, taking in the sights and sounds of the Beijing of olden times. And you enjoy the Traditional Chinese Kung-fu Show tonight.
D5. Beijing-Yichang-Yangtze River (B, L)
You visit the Temple of Heaven, where the Emperor prayed for harvest in Ming and Qing dynasty. Later in the day, you board a flight to Yichang and embark the cruise ship.
D6. Yangtze River (B, L,D)
The cruise's first stop is at Taipingxi (or Sandouping), where you disembark to visit the massive Three Gorges Dam Project. The ship sails through Xiling Gorge, the longest one of the Three Gorges.
D7. Yangtze River (B, L,D)
You disembark at Wushan where you board small riverboat for a leisurely ride through Shennong Stream, which offers clear running waters, picturesque rock formations, and even monkeys and goat along its banks. Then you sail through Wu Gorge, famous for its quiet beauty, and Qutang Gorge, the shortest and most dramatic one of the Three Gorges.
D8. Yangtze River (B, L,D)
You have an excursion at Shibaozhai or ‘ Ghost City ' Fengdu, depending on the river condition. Shaibaozhai is famous for its 12-story tall, 400 year old wooden pagoda, which is balanced precariously on top of the steep cliff.
D9. Yangtze River-Chongqing-Xi'an (B, L)
You disembark at Chongqing to visit Chongqing Zoo, where you can have an intimate contact with pandas, stop at Ci Qi Kou old town if time permits. Then you board a short flight to Xi'an. Xi'an was the starting point of the historic Silk Road. You are drived by the Ancient City Wall and stop to visit the Bell Tower.
D10. Xi'an (B, L)
Xi'an was the former capital of China and enjoys a 5000 year old history. In 221 BC, Qin Shi Huang unified China and became its first emperor. When he died, an entire Terra Cotta Army was constructed and buried with him. It was uncovered serendipitously in 1974 by farmers, and then became one of the century's great archeological discoveries. You can enjoy the magnificant view.
D11. Xi'an-Guilin (B, L)
You finish up the tour in Xi'an with a visit to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Then you depart Xi'an for Guilin by air. Upon arrival you visit the Reed Flute Cave and enjoy a local Folk Dance Show in the evening.
D12. Gulin-Yangshuo (B, L)
The highlight of today is a leisurely 4-hour cruise down the Li River, passing through valleys, bamboo groves and rice fields. Lunch will be served on board. The rest of the day is at leisure on your own. You can ride a bicycle or walk to the countryside and experience the real Chinese Farmer's life.
D13. Yangshuo-Guilin-Shanghai (B, L)
You finish up the tour in Guilin by visiting the Solitary Beauty Peak, which offers a panoramic view of the city. Flying to Shanghai, you visit Shanghai Museum to see the ancient Chinese art, furniture and jade. In the evening, you attend a Chinese Acrobatic Show.
D14. Shanghai (B, L)
The full day city tour includes a visit to Yu Garden, a classical Ming garden built by a wealthy businessman for his parents as an act of filial piety. Then you visit Shanghai Children's Palace, take in the local scenery at bustling shopping district Nanjing Road and travel along the famous Bund, a five-block long riverfront promenade containing many of Shanghai 's banks and trading houses. Afterwards you hop aboard a cruise of the Huangpu River, taking in the magnificent twinkling night scenery of Shanghai.
D15. Shanghai-USA (B)
You are transferred to the airport for the flight back to the States.
Departure Date: January-December
Price: Special Offers on request.
Service Included:
* Entrance fees.
* Meals as listed in the itinerary, B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=Dinner.
* Private Car/Van for transfers & sightseeing and English-speaking Local Guide.
* Hotels deluxe/comfort class (Land category 4-star or 5 star by any possibility, twin share bases with breakfast).
* Trains and Flights as listed in the itinerary and Airport Taxes.
Service not Included:
* Visa Fees and International flight.
* Gratuities, Tips to guides and drivers.
* Personal Expenses.
* Single Room Supplement.
Note:
Prices are not valid by High Season and Chinese holiday periods, for e.g.: April 30th - May 3th, Sep 30th to Oct 7th, and Chinese New Year period which usually falls in End of January. With high season and main holidays the Price will increase. Price for Superior class hotels will be some higher and for middle class hotels will be some lower.
We thank you for your interest in the tour above. By questions please feel free to contact us. For a fast response, please submit a quick Reservation or Enquiry form below by clicking button "Enquiry", and we'll get back to you by e-mail within 24 hours.
Last Updated ( Monday, 08 June 2009 13:59 )
EN206 Beijing-Shanghai-Yichang-Chongqing-Xi'an-Guilin-Guangzhou-Hong Kong 19 Days
Friday, 23 January 2009 11:55
Kaisertour
EN206 Beijing-Shanghai-Yichang-Chongqing-Xi'an-Guilin-Guangzhou-Hong Kong 19 Days
Classic China-Yangtze River 19 Days
Tour Code: EN206
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1 USA-Beijing
You will board your transpacific flight to Beijing.
Day 2 Beijing (L)
Upon arrival, you are met and escorted to your hotel.
Day 3 Beijing (B, L)
You tour Tiananmen Square, then go on to the Imperial Palace's For-bid-den City, including admission to living quarters and jewelry sections. Then you tour the exquisite Summer Palace with a boat ride on Lake Kunming (weather permitting).
Day 4 Beijing (B, L)
You behold the astonishing Great Wall today. In the afternoon, you visit a cloisonné factory. Then you walk along the Sacred Way to the Ming Tombs and Chang Ling Exhi-bition Hall. In the evening, you attend an exciting show, “The Legend of Kung Fu.”
Day 5 Beijing (B, L)
The day is free to explore. Perhaps you can a pedicab ride takes you through the Hutong district's ancient narrow streets. Then you visit Gu Lou (Drum Tower) and enjoy the views of the city below.
Day 6 Beijing-Shanghai (B, L)
Today, you fly to cosmopolitan Shanghai, one of China's centers of commerce. The rest of the afternoon is free to explore at your leisure. This evening, you attend an acrobatic show.
Day 7 Shanghai (B, L)
The full day tour shows you Nanjing or Huai Hai Road and the rich dynastic collections at the Shanghai Museum. In the afternoon you visit a carpet factory, the Bund and the Children's Palace.
Day 8 Shanghai-Yichang (B, L)
Morning is free in Shanghai. Then you fly to Yichang. Upon arrival, you board your cruise ship and begin your cruise upstream.
If direct flight is not available, fly to Wuhan and travel by motor coach on to Yichang.
Day 9 Yangtze River Cruise: San Dou Ping-Xiling Gorge (B, L,D)
You stop at San Dou Ping to see the Three Gorges Dam Project. Then you board the ship and sail through the dramatic Three Gorges ship lock before continuing through Xiling Gorge, longest of the famed Three Gorges.
Day 10 Yangtze River Cruise: Wu Gorge-Daning River Small Gorges/Shennong Stream-Qutang Gorge (B, L,D)
Early in this morning, you marvel at Wu Gorge's deep zigzagging valley. At Wushan, you take an excursion via cruiser up to see the Daning River's splendid Small Gorges. Then you continue by sampan to the picturesque mini-gorges of the Ma Du River with its clear, swift running water, unusual rock formations, and monkeys and goats along the banks. Depending on the water level of the Yangtze River, your excursion may be on Shennong Stream with its equally spectacular small gorges. Departing Wushan, you pass through dramatic Qutang Gorge, walled with steep mossy cliffs that crowd the sky.
Day 11 Yangtze River Cruise: Shibaozhai (B, L,D)
A shore excursion at scenic Shibaozhai shows its 12-story wooden pagoda. Over 400 years old, this magnificent pagoda is known as the “Pearl of the Yangtze.”
Day 12 Yangtze River Cruise: Chongqing-Xi'an (B, L)
You disembark in Chongqing. Then you visit the Stilwell Museum where you will see an intriguing collection of World War II memor-abilia of the famed Flying Tigers. Finally you fly to Xi'an and check into your hotel.
Day 13 Xi'an (B, L)
An extraordinary day begins as you tour the life-sized terra-cotta army, no two alike, buried with the emperor for over 2200 years, Circle Vision Movie, Bronze Chariot, and the collections at the renowned Shaanxi Provincial Historical Museum.
Day 14 Xi'an-Guilin (B, L)
You fly on to Guilin, heart of a magnificent landscape. The highlights are the Reed Flute Cave and Fu Bo Hill's dramatic rock formations.
Day 15 Guilin (B, L)
A cruise along the Li River reveals the haunting beauty of Guilin's mist-wrapped peaks surrounding the river en route to Yangshuo.
Day 16 Guilin-Guangzhou-Hong Kong (B, L)
You fly to Guangzhou and enjoy a tour of Chen Clan Temple and Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall. Then you are transferred by train to Hong Kong.
Day 17 Hong Kong (B, L)
The Hong Kong Island tour passes through Stanley Market, Repulse Bay, Aberdeen's floating community and a ride up to Victoria Peak to obtain spectacular panoramic views of the city and its splendid harbor.
Day 18 Hong Kong (B, L)
You are free today to shop and explore on your own.
Day 19 Hong Kong-USA (B)
You will be transferred to the airport and fly homeward.
Departure Date: January-December
Price: Special Offers on request.
Service Included:
* Entrance fees.
* Meals as listed in the itinerary, B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=Dinner.
* Private Car/Van for transfers & sightseeing and English-speaking Local Guide.
* Hotels deluxe/comfort class (Land category 4-star or 5 star by any possibility, twin share bases with breakfast).
* Trains and Flights as listed in the itinerary and Airport Taxes.
Service not Included:
* Visa Fees and International flight.
* Gratuities, Tips to guides and drivers.
* Personal Expenses.
* Single Room Supplement.
Note:
Prices are not valid by High Season and Chinese holiday periods, for e.g.: April 30th - May 3th, Sep 30th to Oct 7th, and Chinese New Year period which usually falls in End of January. With high season and main holidays the Price will increase. Price for Superior class hotels will be some higher and for middle class hotels will be some lower.
We thank you for your interest in the tour above. By questions please feel free to contact us. For a fast response, please submit a quick Reservation or Enquiry form below by clicking button "Enquiry", and we'll get back to you by e-mail within 24 hours.
Last Updated ( Friday, 06 March 2009 10:07 )
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