Grand Yangtze Cruise
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| Great Wall of China | Terracotta Warriors | Pandas | Yangtze River Cruise | Beautiful Scenery | Temples & Palaces | UNESCO World Heritage | Cultural Show | Shopping |
Cruise the Yangtze in Style
18 days from £3290
A leisurely, luxurious cruise along the mighty Yangtze River with the five-star specialist, Victoria Cruises. Explore the former imperial capital of Nanjing and beautiful Mt Huang before sailing through the dramatic Three Gorges. There is also plenty of time to relax and admire the spectacular scenery from your own private balcony.
Days 1-2 : Fly to Shanghai
Fly overnight to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, also known as the ‘Paris of the East’.
Day 3 : Discover Shanghai
Sightseeing today includes a stroll through the beautiful Yu Gardens and the Old Town as well as a visit to the Shanghai Museum. We also walk along the famous Bund with its colonial architecture and explore the restored Xintiandi area with its unique 1920’s style Shikumen buildings. In the evening, take a cruise on the panoramic Huangpu River.
Day 4 : Yangtze River Cruise
Board the five-star Victoria Cruises Yangtze ship and spend eight nights sailing to Chongqing. The itinerary below is subject to change at the discretion of the cruise company.
Day 5 : Nanjing
A half day shore excursion to the ancient capital of Nanjing to visit the Dr Sun Yat Sen Mausoleum and the memorial to Nanjing’s Second World War victims.
Day 6 : Mt Huang
Visit the beautiful Mt Huang (Yellow Mountain). Take a cable car to the summit to enjoy the spectacular views of the oddly shaped peaks, rock formations, thousand year old pine trees and mysterious everchanging mist, all of which have inspired local artists for centuries.
Day 7 : Wuhan
We enjoy a shore excursion of Wuhan, capital of Hubei Province and visit the Hubei Provincial Museum.
Day 8 : Cruising the Yangtze
Spend the day relaxing on-board the ship as we continue cruising upstream towards Yichang.
Day 9 : Three Gorges Dam
We sail through the Gezhou Dam near Yichang and then visit the Three Gorges Dam, the largest in the world. We then sail through the Xiling Gorge before entering the Three Gorges Dam ship locks.
Day 10 : Wu Gorge & Qutang Gorge
We enter the Wu Gorge and then sail through the Qutang Gorge before taking an excursion to the Daning River Small Gorges.
Day 11 : Fengdu Ghost City
Join a shore excursion to the ‘Ghost City’ of Fengdu with its captivating temples. Fengdu is also known for its statues of ghosts and devils on Mingshan Hill.
Day 12 : Drive to Chengdu
Disembark from the cruise vessel and transfer to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province. Enjoy a delicious Sichuan meal in the evening.
Day 13 : Giant Pandas, fly to Xian
Visit the famous Panda Conservation Centre to see these charismatic animals being reared in wooded surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat before flying to Xian, the former ancient capital. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Shui Jiao dumpling meal followed by a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing.
Day 14 : Terracotta Warriors
Visit one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century – the Terracotta Warriors, and walk along the Ancient City Walls.
Day 15 : Explore Xian, fly to Beijing
Stroll through the lively Muslim Quarter to explore the Islamic food market. Later, fly to Beijing, China's capital city and visit the unique Temple of Heaven.
Day 16 : Forbidden City
Sightseeing today includes a stroll through Tiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum to the treasure-filled Forbidden City. Also enjoy a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic show in the evening.
Day 17 : Great Wall & Summer Palace
Walk on the Great Wall and tour the exquisite Summer Palace. Our evening meal includes the local delicacy, Peking Duck.
Day 18 : Fly Beijing to UK
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.
Dates and Prices
Tour departs Tuesday and returns Friday
- Prices are fully inclusive from the UK and based on London Heathrow departures
- Regional departures available
- Flight upgrades available on request
- Land only from £2,490pp (Shanghai - Beijing)
- Single supplement from £1,190 (no supplement if you are willing to share)
- Tipping payable locally US$73pp & RMB300pp
- Comfortable Paced tour
Dubai at Leisure - 4D/3N
Day 1: Arrive Dubai
You will be met at Dubai Airport and transferred to your hotel.
Days 2-3: Dubai
Two full days to relax on the beaches of Dubai, go shopping in the opulent malls, explore the city’s architectural wonders, or take an optional day tour. (B)
Day 4: Depart Dubai
Transfer from your hotel to Dubai Airport for your onward flight. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Marco Polo Hotel 3* from £260pp
Traders Hotel 4* from £360pp
Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort & Towers 5* from £490pp
Price from £ 260.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Optional Day Tours
Add an extra dimension to Days 2 or 3 of your Dubai experience with one of our additional packages:
Dubai Tour from £60
A city tour of Dubai introducing the unique combination of traditional and ultramodern that makes this city so special. (B)
Desert Trip to Hatta from £90
Experience the magic of the Desert on a trip to the ancient fortress village of Hatta. (B,L)
Traditional Dhow Cruise from £60
Enjoy a romantic dinner aboard a traditional Arabic Dhow that glides silently along the creek of Dubai under a starry and moonlit sky. (D)
Tour departs any day subject to availability and seasonal variation
Single supplement from £190
Sole passenger price from £450
Includes: accommodation, local transportation, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes: flights, departure taxes, visa and tipping
Emirates Extension - 5D/4N
Day 1: Arrive Dubai
You will be met at Dubai Airport and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2: Dubai
On a half day tour, visit Beach Road, drive along the Dubai Creek, stroll through the narrow lanes of the historic Bastakiya area, visit the Dubai Museum and explore Dubai’s traditional souks. (B)
Day 3: Explore Sharjah
The Emirate of Sharjah is regarded as the cultural centre of the Middle East. Visit the Natural History Museum, the corniche with the golden Al Majara Souk, Al Naboodah House, the Al Arsa Souk and the Central Souk, famous for its carpets and curios. Later, return to Dubai. (B)
Day 4: Visit Abu Dhabi
Capital of the UAE, Abu Dhabi is a cosmopolitan metropolis rising out of the sand. Visit the beautiful corniche, Dhow building yards, stunning palaces and the Petroleum Museum for an insight into the industry that has transformed the UAE. Later, return to Dubai. (B)
Day 5: Depart Dubai
Transfer from your hotel to Dubai Airport for your onward flight. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Marco Polo Hotel 3*+ from £460pp
Traders Hotel 4* from £590pp
Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort & Towers 5* from £690pp
Price from £ 460.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability and seasonal variation
Single supplement from £260
Sole passenger price from £720
Includes: accommodation, local transportation, touring, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes: flights, departure taxes, visa and tipping
This document is designed to be read in conjunction with the other pre-departure information provided by Wendy Wu Tours including the tour itinerary as described in our brochure and/or website. It aims to provide a straightforward description of the physical activities involved in sightseeing or travelling during the tour.
If there are any particular challenges, from the length of time spent on your feet, the length of drives and flights, to the standard of remote accommodation for our more adventurous tours; they will be explained here.
All passengers must read this document to ensure the itinerary is suitable for their interests and physical capabilities. This is not your final itinerary and therefore does not mention all the sites visited. The order of sightseeing is subject to change.
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