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7 Days Yangtze upstream Cruise from Shanghai
- Tour Code:
- YRC-SH-01
- Duration:
- 7 Days & 6 Nights
- Departure Date:
- You Choose!
- Service:
- private tour guide/driver & private car/van
- Destinations:
- Shanghai – Yichang – Yangtze Cruise – Chongqing
- Features:
- If you have already visited Beijing and Xian, yet still want to explore more of this amazing country, this tour is for you. Our 6-day Shanghai Tour and Yangtze River Cruise will allow visitors to discover some of the most stunning natural and super-modern elements in China. On your visit to Shanghai you will experience the future of the world and on your cruise down the Yangtze River; you will discover just how amazing Mother Nature can be.
Sample Itinerary Overview
Day 1 Shanghai Arrival
Welcome to Shanghai! Clear the customs and retrieve your baggage by yourself upon arrival, be greeted by our tour guide in the Arrival Hall who is holding a sign on which says your name; transferred by your private car/van to your hotel downtown. The rest of the day is your own time.
Day 2 Shanghai (B, L)
Today you will first visit the magnificent Yu Garden. Right out of the Yu Garden, you can observe local people's life at the Yuyuan Market (Yu Garden Market). Proceed to the Temple of Jade Buddha. Take a stroll or shop in the famed Nanjing Road and then down to the Bund alongside the Huangpu River to explore the modern aspect of Shanghai. Drive to the Pudong New Area to enjoy a bird's eye view of Shanghai from the Jinmao Tower.
Day 3 Shanghai & Flight to Yichang from Shanghai (B, L)
Today will visit the People's Square and the Shanghai Museum. Then after the lunch, you will be escorted to the airport and take the flight to Yichang.
After Yichang arrival, you'll be picked up and transferred to the cruise pier, and board your ship. Your lifetime Yangtze cruise starts!
Day 4 Yangtze River Cruise (B, L, D)
Shore excursion to the world-famous Three Gorges Dam.
Day 5 Yangtze River Cruise (B, L, D)
Shore excursion to Lesser Three Gorges by smaller vessels.
The Lesser Three Gorges, like a shinning pearl hiddden in remote mountains, are much smaller, narrower and have some dramatic scenery to offer. That is the most splendid river adventure throughout China for you.
Note: Some cruise ships make the shore excursion to the Shennong Stream. You have the final say on which excursion to make, as we can book any of the cruise ships at great rates!
Day 6 Yangtze River Cruise (B, L, D)
Shore excursion to the Fengdu Ghost City to check why it has been regarded as the "City of Ghosts".
Day 7 Chongqing Departure (B, L)
You will disembark in Chongqing at around 9:00, and your local tour guide will meet and escort you to the Chongqing airport from the cruise pier. Take the flight to your next destination or back to your home.
Recommended Add-on Options
+ 3 more days to feel the imperial capital city World - Beijing
As a metropolis in northern china, Beijing served as the political and cultural centre for the immense China for a long history. Major buildings of each age in Beijing bear de facto historical and national significance. Its opulent palaces, temples and magnificent walls and gates make wonderful tourist destinations in China.
+ 2 more days to explore the Ancient of Heart - Xian
With a history of over 3000 years, Xian is the birthplace of Chinese civilization and capital of most important dynasties in early Chinese history. It is known as the eastern terminus of the famed Silk Road and home to the Terracotta Army along with many other historical sites.
+ 2 more days to shop in the world's shopping paradise - Hong Kong
Expansive skylines and deep natural harbor nurtured the world financial and trade centre. It is the most densely populated area in the world. Highly developed social system make Hong Kong an optimal destination for many tourists. And Hong Kong is frequently described as a place where "East meets West".
+ 2 more days to step back into a Ming-and-Qing Dynasty China - Pingyao
This former Chinese financial centre is renowned for its well-preserved ancient city walls and has been listed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Pingyao still retains the city layout from Ming and Qing Dynasties and most of city’s ancient streets and storefronts largely remain their historical appearance. It has always been a No.1 choice for those who would like to explore the genuine ancient China.
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