Vacation Packages

Take the hassle out of vacation planning. For your convenience, we've put together the best cities of Asia into affordable packages. Each package includes roundtrip international airfare, great hotels, and the most desirable can't-miss sightseeing spots. Add to that a daily American buffet breakfast at the hotel and a local lunch to tempt your taste buds, and you have the trip of a lifetime.

After the sightseeing tour has finished, evenings are free for you to fill as you please. Choose from a variety of meals, shows and attractions to finish off an exciting day.

Majestic China & Yangtze River 12 Days
A cruise along the dramatic landscapes of the majestic Yangtze River highlights this journey through China’s “Golden Triangle Cities.” Witness the timeless beauty of the Three Gorges on the Yangtze River and indulge your cultural curiosity in the nation’s capital of Beijing. Visit the historic Terra Cotta Warriors in Xian and experience the extraordinary variety of international Shanghai.
Visit :   Beijing,  Xian,  Chongqing,  Yangtze River,  Yichang,  Shanghai
Departure : 2/25, 3/2, Thursday
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Tour Code : AIV
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Day 1  USA – Beijing
Depart from the US and head overseas for an adventure of a lifetime. Spend the night aboard as the jetliner glides across the International Date Line.

Day 2  Arrival Beijing
Our local guide is there to greet us as we arrive in Beijing, the economic and political center of the nation. Transfer to the luxury accommodations provided for a good night’s rest.
Accommodation :
Doubletree Hilton Beijing

Day 3  Beijing (ABF)
Today, we start our Beijing Capital tour with Qianmen Street. Qianmen Street was a commercial and entertainment hub due to its convenient location, connecting the Imperial Palace with other communities in Beijing. In the run-up to the 2008 Olympics, the street underwent a rejuvenation to restore the streetscape to that of the early 20th. A visit to Tiananmen Square, the world-famous and historic Tiananmen Square, or “Gate of Heavenly Peace”. Located in the heart of Beijing, Tiananmen Square was once the main gate to the Imperial Palace during the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties. Today, it is home to the Monument to the People’s Heroes, Mao Zedong Memorial Hall, National Museum of China, and the Great Hall of the People. Afterwards, we drive by the famed Olympic Site and have a photo stop at Olympic National Stadium (the Bird's Nest), Olympic National Aquatics Center (the Water Cube) and National Center for the Performing Art. In the afternoon, you have the opportunity to explore the home to Ming and Qing emperors, Forbidden City. Comprised of 800 buildings covering 720,000 sq. meters, it is the world's largest palace complex.
Optional Tour :  Forbidden City   Peking Roast Duck 
Accommodation :
Doubletree Hilton Beijing

Day 4  Beijing (ABF)
Spend the day free or take the tour to visit the Great Wall, which is one of the man-built architectures can be seen from the low orbit of the earth. Great Wall is a massive defensive structure built to keep intruders from invading the mainland. It stretches an impossible 4000 miles across China's north, covering nine provinces. An enormous undertaking that originally began under Qin Shi Huang (first emperor of China) in 200 B.C., the Great Wall was not completed until the Ming Dynasty in 1640. This morning you have plenty of time to walk along its ancient path and experience part of China's fascinating history.
Optional Tour :  Great Wall & Sacred Way 
Accommodation :
Doubletree Hilton Beijing

Day 5  Beijing - Xian (ABF)
Today we continue our journey by flying to Xian, the capital of Shannxi Province, one of the oldest cities in China. Xian is one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China with more than 3100 years of history. The city was known as "Chang'an" before Ming Dynasty. Xian is the eastern teminus of the Silk Road and home to the Terra Cotta Warriors. Upon arrival in Xian, we will drive into town, passing through its massive City Wall, the best preserved defensive wall structure on earth and have a picture stop at Drum Tower and Bell Tower. In the evening, don't miss the chance to taste the local famous dumpling banquet.
Optional Tour :  Dumpling Banquet 
Accommodation :
Grand Nobel Xian

Day 6  Xian (ABF)
Spend the day free or take the tour to witness the famous "Terra Cotta Warriors." The serendipitous discovery of the Terra Cotta Warriors in 1974 has drawn throngs of visitors to Xian each year, and ranks as one of the world's most important recent archaeological finds. Three excavation pits have been opened to the public with a fourth underway. Spend some time admiring the fine troops, horses, and carriages in battle formation. After lunch, the motorcoach takes us back inside city limits to visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a well-preserved ancient building and a holy place for Buddhists. It is rated as a National Key Cultural Relic Preserve as well as an AAAA Tourist Attraction. Tonight, take the opportunity to enjoy the cultural musings of the Tang Dynasty Show, a song and dance performance which reflects the rich cultural history and prosperity of the Tang Dynasty (618-907).
Optional Tour :  Terracotta Warriors, First Qin Emperor's Mausoleum & Big Wild Goose Pagoda   Tang Dynasty Dinner Show 
Accommodation :
Grand Nobel Xian

Day 7  Xian - Chongqing - Yangtz River (ABF)
Fly to Chongqing, a picturesque mountain city nestled in the steep cliffs at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers. Located in the Sichuan province, it is also home to the spiciest cuisine in all China. In the afternoon, we take a brief tour before heading to the docks. Our fleet, the Victoria Selina, awaits to take us on a majestic voyage down the Yangtze River.
Optional Tour :  Upgrade to Promenade Deck   Upgrade to Executive Deck 
Accommodation :
Victoria Selina

Day 8  Yangtze River (B,L,D)
Today, you can choose to stay on board or go on the shore excursion to visit one of the three towns (depending on local river conditions): Shibaozhai, Fengdu, or Wanxien. Shibaozhai's main attraction is a majestic 12-story tall wooden pagoda, built 400 years ago without use of a single nail. Fengdu is a peculiar site nicknamed “ghost city”, because it contains mystical statues of devils and ghosts that roam the afterworld. Wanzhou is a small mountainous city which is considered an important port and industrial hub.
Optional Tour :  Victoria Cruises Shore Excursion 
Accommodation :
Victoria Selina

Day 9  Yangtze River (B,L,D)
Today we reach through the highlight of the cruise – the stunning Three Gorges. The first of the three is Qutang Gorge, the shortest, narrowest, but most visually dramatic. Next up is Wu Gorge, known for its serene beauty and twelve unique peaks which are usually covered in wisps of mist. Arrive at Wushan, you have the option to stay on board or disembark to board smaller vessels to reach the Lesser Three Gorges via one the Yangtze’s tributaries. After coming back from the Lesser Three Gorges, you will reboard the cruise ship and sail through Xiling Gorge, the longest and deepest of the three – its soaring vertical cliffs reach heights of 4000 feet. In the evening we sail through the Three Gorges ship locks.
Accommodation :
Victoria Selina

Day 10  Yangtze River - Yichang - Shanghai (B,L)
Arrive at Sandouping, you can stay on board and rest or take the optional shore excursion to explore the Three Gorges Dam Site, located in the middle of the Xiling Gorge. This massive water conservancy project is the largest of its kind in the world and will forever change the landscape of the Yangtze River valley. In addition to controlling flooding, navigation and irrigation, the dam does have a lofty green initiative – creating a major source of hydroelectric power for China. Reboard and sail on to Yichang, then transfer to the airport for a flight to Shanghai, China's largest metropolis.
Accommodation :
Renaissance Shanghai Yangtze Hotel

Day 11  Shanghai (ABF)
This morning, we visit the Shanghai Museum and view the exhibits of ancient Chinese art. Designed by a local Shanghai Architect, the current building was completed in 1993 and resembles the shape of a bronze cooking vessel. Afterwards, we visit City God's Temple, the Nanjing Road and the Bund. Spend the afternoon to relax at the hotel or take the optional tour to Lujiazui Finance and Trade Development Zone and a ride on Huang Pu River Cruise. In the evening, do not miss the opportunity to experience the exciting Chinese Acrobatics Show (with dinner).
Optional Tour :  Lujiazui FTDZ & Huang Pu River Cruise   Acrobatics Show with Dinner 
Accommodation :
Renaissance Shanghai Yangtze Hotel

Day 12  Shanghai - USA (ABF)
All good things must come to an end. Board a return flight back home and bid farewell to China.
     ABF-American Breakfast        B-Breakfast        L-Lunch        D-Dinner
*We reserve the right to substitute hotels, alter the itinerary,withdraw any tour and make any desirable alteration for the convenience of the tour's operation.
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