Majestic Yangtze

As the name suggests this tour has been designed for the visitor to experience first hand the majesty of the Yangtze River and the dramatic natural landscapes of the Three Gorges. Commencing with a visit to the commercial powerhouse city of Shanghai and then a 4 night Yangtze River cruise, this tour is enriched by including historical Xian, the capital Beijing and a visit to the Panda Research Centre in Chengdu. With all this being incorporated in a very concise 14 day itinerary, first time visitors to China will find this a great way to be introduced to the country.

TOUR ITINERARY

Days 1-2: South Africa to Shanghai

Fly overnight via Hong Kong to Shanghai with Cathay Pacific for 2 nights.

Day 3: Shanghai

Visit the Yu Gardens, the Old Town, Shanghai Museum, the Bund and the Xintiandi area. Enjoy an evening cruise on the Huangpu River before enjoying a sumptuous banquet of traditional Shanghai cuisine.

Day 4: Shanghai to Yichang (Yangtze Cruise)

This morning we visit the Pudong area before flying to Yichang. Upon arrival we drive to our Yangtze River cruise for the next 4 nights.

Days 5-7: Yangtze River Cruise

Enjoy a tour of the Three Gorges Dam before commencing our cruise on the Yangtze River, passing through the spectacular dramatic Shennong Stream or the Lesser Three Gorges (subject to change).

Day 8: Chongqing to Chengdu

Disembark in Chongqing this morning and drive to Chengdu.

Day 9: Chengdu to Xian

Visit the Panda Research Centre, before flying to Xian. This evening feast on a traditional Shui Jiao Dumpling Banquet.

Day 10: Xian

Today we visit the Terracotta Warriors, followed by the ancient City Wall. This evening enjoy a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing.

Day 11: Xian to Beijing

Visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda, the Shaanxi Provincial Museum, stroll through the Muslim Quarter to the Great Mosque and explore the Islamic food markets. Later fly to Beijing and enjoy a sample of ‘Peking Duck’.

Days 12-13: Beijing

Today we visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the exquisite Summer Palace. The next day visit the Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall and enjoy an evening Acrobatic show.

Day 14: Depart Beijing

Transfer to the airport for our overnight flight to South Africa.

Day 15: Arrive South Africa

Arrive home this morning.

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