Rated 4.5 stars on Trustpilot
destinationbanner

Yangtze Essence

Discount - Save up to $150 per person on selected date

Overview

CODE: RDV
shareicon Share Trip

Yangtze Essence

  • FromPrices From $3550
  • 13 Days / 11 Nights

Experience the rich diversity of China on this 13-day trip through the country’s most famous cities and the mystical Yangtze River. Retrace the steps of ancient warriors as you walk along the Great Wall and step into the future among gleaming skyscrapers in Shanghai. Snap a photo with pandas in Chongqing and marvel at the inspiring Three Gorges. This journey showcases the manmade wonders and natural highlights of this unforgettable country

Read more
  • Beijing (3 nights)
  • Xian (2 nights)
  • Chongqing
  • Yangtze River (3 nights)
  • Yichang
  • Shanghai (3 nights)
Escorted helpicon
Moderate helpicon
overviewUpperleft overviewUpperright
itemimgbox_bottomimg
View all

Itinerary at a glance

DAY 1
USA – Beijing, China
DAY 2
Arrive in Beijing
DAY 3
Beijing
DAY 4
Beijing
DAY 5
Beijing – Xian by high speed train
DAY 6
Xian
DAY 7
Xian – Chongqing – Yangtze River Cruise
DAY 8
Yangtze River Cruise
DAY 9
Yangtze River Cruise
DAY 10
Yangtze River Cruise - Yichang - Shanghai
DAY 11
Shanghai
DAY 12
Shanghai
DAY 13
Shanghai - USA

Itinerary

DAY
1
USA – Beijing, China: Fly to China
DAY
2
Arrive in Beijing: Arrival & Leisure Time in Beijing
DAY
3
Beijing: Full Day City Tour
DAY
4
Beijing: Great Wall & Temple Tour
DAY
5
Beijing – Xian by high speed train: High-Speed Train to Xian + City Wall
DAY
6
Xian: Full Day Xian Tour
DAY
7
Xian – Chongqing – Yangtze River Cruise: Fly to Chongqing + Board Yangtze Cruise
DAY
8
Yangtze River Cruise: Yangtze Cruise Shore Excursion
DAY
9
Yangtze River Cruise: Yangtze Cruise Excursion + Gorge Views
DAY
10
Yangtze River Cruise - Yichang - Shanghai: Disembark Cruise + Fly to Shanghai
DAY
11
Shanghai: City Tour: Bund, Yu Garden & Nanjing Road
DAY
12
Shanghai : Leisure Day or Optional Suzhou Tour
DAY
13
Shanghai - USA: Depart from Shanghai
x

Inclusion

What's included

Comprehensive sightseeing tours including entrance fees as per itinerary

All hotel taxes, duties and surcharges, airport taxes

All hotel taxes, duties and surcharges, airport taxes (for land & air packages)

Tour Guide

Specialist English-speaking local guides

Air

Xian to Chongqing flight economy class

Yichang - Shanghai flight economy class

Highlights

Beijing : Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square and Great Wall

Xian : Terracotta Warriors Museum, City Wall

Shanghai : The Bund, Nanjing Road

Special entertainment: Xian - Tang Dynasty Dinner Show 

Meal

11 hotel buffet breakfasts, 8 lunches, 6 dinners

Transfer

Beijing to Xian High Speed train experience

Deluxe air-conditioned motor-coach touring

Important Notes

Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 10 guests

Hotels

Where you could stay

Beijing

Grand Hyatt Beijing or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Located on Wangfujing, within walking distance of The Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square, Grand Hyatt Beijing is part of Oriental Plaza with direct access to the adjacent shopping mall. Blending both western and oriental traditions encompassing contemporary design and classic standards of service and excellence, our hotel allows you to experience Beijing in our own way.

Xian

Hilton Xian or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Find us within the ancient city walls of Xi'an, directly opposite the popular Dongxin Street Night Market. Wulukou metro station is 900 meters from our hotel, and historic sites such as the Bell Tower and Big Wild Goose Pagoda are within seven kilometers. We have landscaped roof gardens, an indoor pool, and a spa.

Yangtze River

Victoria Cruises Lines or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Established in New York City in 1993, Victoria Cruise Lines has been the leader in luxury cruising on China’s majestic Yangtze River. Celebrating 30 Years. Over two million satisfied passengers have sailed with us. We have become the Yangtze’s preeminent cruise line because of the quality of our fleet, our outstanding service, and innovative itineraries. Victoria Cruises is an allied member of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), an associate member of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), and a member of the New York Chapter of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA).

Shanghai

The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai or Similar

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The award-winning Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is a landmark located in a retail, dining and entertainment complex on the famous West Nanjing Road. Situated in the heart of the commercial, shopping and entertainment district of the city, our luxury hotel features unparalleled service, exquisite dining experiences and spacious accommodations. 

Optional

Optional Tours

Get in Touch

888-345-7489

x

Yangtze Essence (RDV)

Calendar View
List View
Select no. of Travelers
Calendar View
List View
STEP 1 OF 3

Contact Details

STEP 2 OF 3

About You

STEP 3 OF 3

Your Trip

Thank you for your request

Our team aims to respond within 1-2 business days. If you have any questions in the meantime please feel free to Contact Us

RETURN TO TOUR PAGE