12-DAY IMPERIAL CHINA

* VCIT EXPERIENCES *

Shanghai - Xi'an - Yangtze River - Beijing

A well balanced tour. Embrace the long history of China, enjoy

gourmet meals and relax on the sail along beautiful Yangtze River.

 

Itinerary

DAY01 HOME CITY - SHANGHAI  

Board your transpacific flight from Vancouver. Cross the International Dateline. Enjoy your in - flight entertainment.

DAY02 SHANGHAI

Arrive Shanghai in the afternoon. Your national guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to hotel.

DAY03 SHANGHAI

Shanghai is China's largest city. You will visit the well-known 'BUND', the famed waterfront promenade. The popular 'Yu Garden' and the Town's God Temple where you will enjoy Shanghai's many traditions.

DAY04 SHANGHAI - Xi'an

Visit Shanghai's new Pudong area, the Orient Pearl TV Tower, after lunch, transfer to airport for your flight to Xi'an, China oldest Capital. Visit the Ancient city wall and enjoy a Tang Dynasty Musical show after dinner.

DAY05 Xi'an

Visit the Famous Terra Cotta Warrior Museum, Bell Tower and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda.

DAY06 Xi'an - Chongqing

Fly to Chongqing, former Capital of China has over 3,000 years of history. Visit the home of the Giant Panda at the Chongqing Zoo. Board the 5 stars Regal China Cruise in evening for your Yangtze River Adventure.

 

DAY07 Cruising the Yangtze River

Sailing along the Yangtze River , encounter Shibaozai on the north bank of the River. It is a gem of Chinese architecture. Also, take a short visit to Fengdu, the Ghost Capital.

 

DAY08 Cruising the Yangtze River

The Yangtze River will enchant you more and more when your sail through the Three Gorges. The Rushing waters, Limestone cliffs formed picturesque scenery. Visit the Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge.

DAY09 Cruising the Yangtze River to Yichang / Beijing

Your cruise will cross the site of Three Gorges Dam, the world's largest hydroelectric power project dam. Disembark in Yichang to conclude your Yangtze Cruise experience. Transfer to airport for flight to Beijing. 

DAY10 BEIJING

After breakfast, visit the Tian-an-menSquare, a must see destination which attract million of visitors every year. Forbidden City , the largest anceint imperial palace in the world. Also, visit the Summer Palace where you can imagine the luxury life of the emperor.

DAY11 BEIJING (GREAT WALL)

Your China experience will not be complete without a walk on the Great Wall. Building of the Great Wall began in 3rd century and the constructions have a total length of over 4,000 miles. Visiting the Great Wall is a truly  inspirational experience. Your tour will also visit the Ming Tombs tugged in the nearby mountain.

DAY12 BEIJING-SHANGHAI-VANCOUVER

After breakfast, we will transfer you to airport for your flight to Vancouver or your next destination.

 

Price ( Based on twin sharing / per person ) :

2008 :      23rd Feb;       08th Mar;      22th Mar;     05th Apr;      19th Apr       Cad$ 2589

                17th May;         07th Jun;      28th Jun;     13th Sep;      27th Sep      Cad$ 2699

                11th Oct;          25th Oct ;     14th Nov;     06th Dec                            Cad$ 2589

 

Single Supplement : Cad$ 539

 

Your Tour Package Includes :

• Economy class round trip airfare from Vancouver (BC)

• 4 Stars standard hotel accommodation and hotel taxes

• China domestic flights and ground transportation as specified on itinerary

• Escorted sightseeing; Attractions and Cultural Shows Admissions as specified on itinerary

• Meals as specified on itinerary

 

Your Tour Cost Does Not Include:  

* China Entry Visa

* Air Taxes, Airport Departure Taxes, and Airport Security Surcharges

* Gratitude and Expenses of a personal nature