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3 Xishuangbanna All internal flights are included.
Hong Kong
OUR JOURNEY
DAY 1 | Welcome to Beijing On arrival, you’ll be escorted to the 5-star Fairmont Beijing Hotel.
DAY 2 | Imperial highlights Marvel at Tiananmen Square
and step into the days of the Ming Dynasty as you tour the Forbidden City , once the exclusive domain of China’s mighty emperors. Then explore by rickshaw through the narrow lanes of a hutong and have lunch with a family in their traditional courtyard home. Gather tonight at Hua’s for a festive Peking Duck banquet. meals b+l+d
DAY 3 | The Great Wall Experience the thrill of exploring atop the Great Wall at Juyong Pass, one of the most scenic sections of this ancient defensive structure and the site of many historic battles. Then stroll along the statue-lined Sacred Way at the MingTombs . mealsb+l
DAY 4 | Pandas + Palaces See the amazing panda bears
at the Beijing Zoo where the Panda Hall has been delighting visitors since 1989. Then tour the splendid Summer Palace for a fascinating glimpse into Imperial life long ago. meals b+l+d
DAY 5 | Embark your cruise Tour the Temple of Heaven
where we’ve arranged a private Tai Chi class. Then fly to Yichang and transfer to the pier to board the 5-star Yangzi Explorer. Settle in to your balcony stateroom as our voyage begins. meals b+l+d
DAY 6 | Three Gorges Dam Tour the immense Three Gorges Dam and learn how it’s changed life along the river. Sit down to Afternoon Tea as our elegant ship navigates through the lovely Xiling Gorge. meals b+l+d
DAY 7 | Yangtze’s Gorges Traditional sampans take you up one of the Yangtze’s most scenic tributaries. Return to ship and cruise through the dramatic Wu and Qutang Gorges. meals b+l+d
DAY 8 | Tailor your touring Enjoy your choice of included
tour: See ancient now-submerged rock carvings at the White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum or visit the 816 Underground Project, a former top-secret military installation. meals b+l+d
DAY 9 | Fly to Tibet Disembark in Chongqing and
fly to Lhasa. You’ll spend time with a local family for an intimate authentic introduction to Tibetan life and culture. Enjoy dinner and a leisurely 3-night stay at the Shangri-La Hotel. meals b+d
Xian’s Terra Cotta Warriors
Terra Cotta Warriors that were buried in perfect battle formation 2,000 years ago to guard the tombofanemperor. mealsb+l
DAY 14 | Fly to Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai where you’ll be escorted to the Fairmont Peace Hotel, an Art Deco landmark on the waterfront Bund. meals b
DAY 15 | Shanghai sightseeing From the esteemed exhibits of the Shanghai Museum and the handsome turn-of-the-century landmarks that grace the Bund to Yu Yuan Garden, completed
in the 16th century, today’s sightseeing reveals the city’s rich history and lively modern spirit. Tonight, we’ll enjoy a Farewell Dinner with wine. meals b+l+d
DAY16 | DepartShanghai We’ll take you to the airport today for your onward flight. meals b
ADD SOPHISTICATED ON HONG KONG
We include all transportation and our original private sightseeing. 4 days.
2 Shangri La 3 Lijiang
2 Dali
1 Kunming
PACIFIC OCEAN
DAY 10 | Exploring Lhasa Delve into Tibet’s rich spiritual heritage as you visit Norbulingka and Jokhang Monastery, a 4-story timber structure topped with gold. Then explore Barkhor Street with its lively markets. At a local hospital, a Tibetan doctor offers insight into his use of traditional and Western medicine. Then spend time with a master Tangka painter in his studio. meals b+l+d
DAY 11 | Experience Kora and
tour the Potala Palace
Join Tibetans this morning as
they perform Kora, an ancient
rite of walking and prayer. Then
tour the Potala Palace , the
Anichanggu Nunnery and Sera
Monastery. This evening, we’ll
savor traditional Tibetan cuisine.
meals b+l+d
DAY12 | FlytoXian
Fly to Xian, the ancient capital for 13 dynasties, and transfer to the deluxe Hilton Hotel where upgraded Executive Rooms have been reserved. meals b
DAY 1 3 | Terra Cotta Army Our exclusive Touch Antiquity
experience at the Xian Museum allows you to handle and examine priceless ancient artifacts as curators offer insight. Learn the art of traditional noodle-making at lunch. Later, you’ll stand in awe before the thousands of
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Yangtze