Beijing, Xian & River Cruise 11 Days
Days: 11 Days
Tour Price from £1,890
Average Group Size:16
Places to visit: Beijing, Xian, Chongqing, Yangtze River Cruise
Tour Price from £1,890
Average Group Size:16
Places to visit: Beijing, Xian, Chongqing, Yangtze River Cruise
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Tour Itinerery
Day 1: UK - Beijing
Our journey begins as we board our overnight scheduled flight to Beijing.(* For those who may experience jet lag, we recommend adding a pre-tour night in Beijing for a refreshing start of your holiday.)
Day 2: Beijing
Morning arrival into Beijing where you will be greeted by your Oriental Travel Tour Manager and chauffeured to your deluxe class hotel. Take the time to settle in. Later in the afternoon, we visit the majestic Summer Palace with a boat ride on the lake.This evening enjoy a warm welcome dinner in our favourite restaurant with fusion imperial court cuisine. Accommodation: 5* Marco Polo Parkside
Day 3: Beijing
Our days begins with a stroll through Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world, before retracing the steps of the great emperors of China and wander amongst the imperial splendour of the Forbidden City. We then take a rickshaw ride along Beijing's old quarter "Hutongs".This afternoon move onto the sacred Temple of Heaven.Conclude the day with a delicious Peking duck banquet dinner.
Day 4: Beijing
Enjoy marvellous scenery as we wind our way up to the Great Wall (Mutianyu Section) - a much quieter and picturesque section of the Great Wall.Here you will have plenty of time to climb up to the top of this magnificent structure. Unforgettable views, and when the weather is good, a lovely picnic lunch will go to make this a day to remember! On our return to the city, we stop by a Jade Carving Workshop.Oriental's Style:
We visit the Mutianyu Section of the Great Wall, avoiding the tourist traps at the popular Badaling section. When the weather is good, we will enjoy a lovely picnic lunch on an ancient watchtower.
Day 5: Beijing - Xian
Morning fly to Xian. En-route to the airport we drive pass and stop by the 2008 Beijing Olympic Stadium.Upon arrival Xian, embark on a discovery tour of the Tombs of Emperor Han Yangling. This tomb showcases the style in which the West Han Dynasty decorated their tombs in preparation for the afterlife. Drive past the Bell Tower to our deluxe hotel excellently located within the ancient walls.
Evening enjoy a Dumpling Banquet Dinner.
Accommodation: 5* Grand Noble Hotel
Day 6: Xian
Once the largest city in the world, Xian is a treasure trove of China's former glory. Our morning begins with a leisurely walk on the Ancient City Wall and South Gate. Next journey to the UNESCO heritage listed Terracotta Warriors. Here you will have plenty of time to personally inspect the eternal guard of the First Emperor.After lunch and a chance to sample local specialty of hand-pulled noodles, visit a workshop to view the production of Terracotta figurines by local craftsmen and perhaps purchase a 6 ft replica warrior for you garden or home!
Day 7: Xian - Chongqing
Fly to Chongqing. There will be a city tour visiting the Panda House and a local market if time allows. After a hot pot dinner, chauffeur to the dock and onboard our 5-star cruise for a three night journey down the mighty Yangtze River.Accommodation: 5* Victoria Cruises (private balcony cabin) or 5* Century Cruises (private balcony cabin)
Oriental's Style: Tonight we invite you for a special Hot Pot Dinner to savour the flavour that has made this food so world renowned. A hot pot containing chicken or vegetable stock will be served at the table where you cook the meat and vegetable into the hot pot yourself. Served with a variety of dipping sauce.
Day 8-9: Three Gorges & Yangtze River Cruising
Experience the joy of waking up each morning to an endless procession of magnificent views slowly unfolding before you. The next two days you will sail through the famed Three Gorges - Qutang, Wu Xia and Xiling Gorges. Highlights include a sampan ride through the Lesser Gorges, shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam and Fengdu Snow Jade Cave.Oriental's Style:
Our guests will stay in well appointed cabins with private balcony, allowing you some uninterrupted privacy to enjoy the marvellous scenery.
Day 10: Yichang - Beijing
Disembark our cruise at around mid-day. From here we make our way to the airport for a return flight to Beijing. Upon arrival, shuttle bus to hotel.Accommodation: 4* Sino Swiss Hotel Beijing Airport
Day 11: Beijing - UK
Morning shuttle bus to Beijing airport for your return flight home. Arrival the same afternoon. End of itinerary.Tour Price includes:
- Return international flights
- Escorted tour program as mentioned inc. domestic flights, land transportation, sightseeing entrance fee
- 6 nights hotel accommodation as listed above
- 3 nights 5-star Century Cruises (private balcony cabin) including shore excursion fee
- Daily buffet breakfasts and most lunches & dinners - 9 breakfast, 7 lunch/refreshment, 6 dinner
Tour Price exclude:
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- Chinese visa fee (we can arrange this for you)
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities to tour manager/guide
Tour Prices & Booking
If dates below do not meet your schedule, we can arrange private departures.
Please call us at 0207 6324550
Please call us at 0207 6324550
| Dates | Price (per person) |
Availability | |
| March 17 | £1,890 | Good | Book |
| April 1 | £1,964 | Good | Book |
| April 7 | £1,964 | Good | Book |
| May 5 | £1,964 | Low | Book |
| May 26 | £1,964 | Good | Book |
| June 2 | £1,964 | Good | Book |
| June 16 | £1,964 | Booked out | |
| July 10 | £1,964 | Good | Book |
| July 21 | £2,012 | Good | Book |
| August 2 | £2,012 | Good | Book |
| August 18 | £2,012 | Low | Book |
| September 8 | £2,012 | Good | Book |
| September 20 | £2,012 | Good | Book |
| October 4 | £2,012 | Good | Book |
| October 16 | £2,012 | Good | Book |
| October 27 | £2,012 | Good | Book |
| November 1 | £2,012 | Good | Book |
| November 10 | £1,964 | Good | Book |
| December 18 | £2,012 | Good | Book |
* Single room supplement: £195 (hotel only) / £230 (cruise only)
* Dates or budget not suitable? This tour can be organised as private tour using lower category of accommodation and at any of your chosen departure dates. Price from £1,865.
* Our Inclusive Tour International Flight fares are very good value which helps us to keep the cost of our tours to a minimum, however these seats are limited by airlines so may not be available at this cheaper price at the time of your booking in which case a small flight supplement, or if you wish, an alternative airline may apply. You can confirm this with our team at the time of booking.
Seasonal Choice
* Spring brings refreshing air to the land. Blossoming starts in late-March and flowers are everywhere. Mild climate. Good time to visit before tourist crowds gather in later months. Best match departure - April 1 & 7
* Colourful Autumn scene and nice weather. Witness beautiful sea of red leaves and fall foilage at the Great Wall and Suzhou gardens in the second half of autumn. Best match departures - October 21 & 27 and November 1 & 10.
* Dates or budget not suitable? This tour can be organised as private tour using lower category of accommodation and at any of your chosen departure dates. Price from £1,865.
* Our Inclusive Tour International Flight fares are very good value which helps us to keep the cost of our tours to a minimum, however these seats are limited by airlines so may not be available at this cheaper price at the time of your booking in which case a small flight supplement, or if you wish, an alternative airline may apply. You can confirm this with our team at the time of booking.
Seasonal Choice
* Spring brings refreshing air to the land. Blossoming starts in late-March and flowers are everywhere. Mild climate. Good time to visit before tourist crowds gather in later months. Best match departure - April 1 & 7
* Colourful Autumn scene and nice weather. Witness beautiful sea of red leaves and fall foilage at the Great Wall and Suzhou gardens in the second half of autumn. Best match departures - October 21 & 27 and November 1 & 10.
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