Welcome to China! Upon your arrival, your friendly tour guide holding your name sign will greet you at the arrival hall, then transfer you to the hotel. Have a rest to recover from jet lag and get ready for your exciting China trip. 

Visit the essence of traditional Chinese garden Yu Garden and enjoy the beautiful layout which also presents the philosophy of Chinese people's life.

Then head to the bustling Nanjing Road and the Bund which is granted World Architecture Museum.

Get on top of Shanghai World Financial Center to get a bird's view of Shanghai, which may change your impression of China.

Continue to visit Xintiandi (New World of Shanghai) to see Shanghai's traditional Shikumen constructions.

At last, visit the peaceful Jade Buddha Temple built in 1882, housing the famous Reclining Jade Buddha statue imported from Burma.

The skyscrapers in The Bund

After a nice breakfast at your hotel, meet your guide and drive to Zhujiajiao Water Town. Walk through the old lanes along the bank of the watercourse and snap some photos from any angle that will turn out to be perfect. Enjoy a nice boat trip (your own expense) and catch sight of the old houses as cruising along on the watercourse.

Afterwards, you will be taken to airport for the flight to Yichang. Your local guide in Yichang will greet you with your name board at airport and then take you to check in on your luxury cruise ship. 

Today you will first explore the largest hydroelectric project in the world, the Three Gorges Dam. Immerse in the stunning view of the width of the river, large amount of water and the grandeur of the Dam.

Then drive back to the port and the cruise ship will weigh anchor and sail through Xiling Gorge, the longest and historically the most dangerous one among the three gorges of the Yangtze River.

The Captain's Welcome Party will be held tonight. Enjoy the dancing, music performances and have a fun night!

Spectacular Wu Gorge of Yangtze River

As the cruise ship continues sailing upstream you will pass the picturesque view of the Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge.

Disembark for an excursion to the Lesser Three Gorges consisted of the grand Longmen Gorge, dangerous Bawu Gorge and its most charming Dicui Gorge. Or you could take an excursion to experience a small boat trip on the magnificent Shennv Stream.

Afterwards, return back to the vessel and continue sailing along the mighty river.

Go ashore for an excursion to Shibaozhai, a 500-year old wooden construction on an isolated mountain along the Yangtze River. Follow your river guide to explore its famous unique architecture and learn the Chinese mythologies.

At night, the Farewell Party will be held and you will enjoy performances of the cruise staff.

This morning, you will need to prepare for disembarkation. Your memorable cruise tour ends in Chongqing. Meet your guide and pay a visit the Ciqikou Old Town, an old town built and around 1,000 years ago.

Afterwards head to the airport for your flight to Xian. Your Xian guide will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel.

About 1-hour drive from the downtown area, you will get to Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses Museum. ‘Incredible’ is the most frequently used word to describe the underground army after people see the vividly made clay figures, each owning distinctive facial expression, hair style, figure as well as uniform, protecting the emperor in his afterlife.

Then drive back to the city to visit the largest and best-preserved City Wall and have an overview of this old capital. Follow your guide to take a stroll on top and find some best angles to shoot some photos of the great architecture or cycle around a bit based on your preferences.

Afterwards, drive to the famous local Muslim Quarter and the ancient Great Mosque built in traditional Chinese style and enjoy some free time in the famous bazaar.

The Terracotta Army of Qin Dynasty

Tourists Biking on the City Wall

After breakfast, approach to the famous Small Wild Goose Pagoda built in 8th century. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and learn about its architectural miracle.

Then move to Xi'an Museum and unveil the earlier history of China before 13th century from the treasures stored here.

Afterwards, enjoy a 4.5-hour high-speed train ride to Beijing and get ready to discover China's capital Beijing.

Small Wild Goose Pagoda

Visit Temple of Heaven in the morning, soak up the beautiful architectures where emperors used to hold ceremonies. Encounter the locals gathering here for morning exercise which is quite popular among locals. You are more than welcome to join these friendly local people to exercise together.

Afterwards, visit Tiananmen Square and then move to Forbidden City, the largest collection of wooden constructions preserved today. Housing over a million incomparable treasures, it is also known as Palace Museum. As imperial palace for both Ming and Qing Dynasty, Forbidden City witnessed the rise and fall of the two dynasties from the year 1420 to 1912. Walking through different halls and exquisite architectures of the Palace, travel back into the history of ancient China with your professional guide. Transfer back to your hotel.

The Forbidden City

The Temple of Heaven

No visit to Beijing would be complete without a hike on the Great Wall. Since it was built, the majestic fortification has successfully accomplished its mission to stop the northern nomad and protect central China. Today, a 2-hour drive will take you to soak up the grandeur of the Mutianyu, the less crowded and best preserved longest section of the Great Wall and marvel at the historic wonder winding its way up the towering mountains built by the ancient Chinese without any machinery. Round-trip cable car is included for you to enjoy more leisure time on the Wall.

Afterwards, drive back to the city and have a stopover to the iconic Bird's Nest and Water Cube to take some great photos.

Then, drive to the imperial garden Summer Palace and stroll along the peaceful lake. Immerse in the imperial garden and take in the picturesque scenery of gardens, halls, and pavilions. 

The Mutianyu Great Wall

Farewell to China! Your guide and driver will escort you to the airport for your flight home. Your memorable trip with us finishes here.