China & Yangtze River Journey
Priced From $2,280 Per Person, Double Occupancy
10 Days | 9 Nights
See the historic majesty of China on this 10 day journey that takes you through the highlights of Shanghai. Beijing, and along the stunning Yangtze River. With guided tours in Beijing and Shanghai, visits to gorgeous monuments such as the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, and the Summer Palace, as well as four incredible nights spent cruising along the Yangtze River in style, this itinerary will leave you with memories that will last a lifetime.
3 night pre-cruise stay in Beijing
All transfers
Sightseeing in Beijing including the Great Wall, Forbidden City and Summer Palace
Peking Duck Dinner
4 night Yangtze River Cruise with Victoria Cruises
All meals during cruise
Excursions including: Three Gorges Dam, Xiling Gorge, Shennong Stream, Wu Gorge, Qutang Gorge and Xiao Guan Shan Folk Culture Park
2 night post-cruise stay in Shanghai
Panoramic tour of Shanghai
City tour of Shanghai including Yu Garden, Old City, Waterfront Promenade
Hotel Taxes
**International and internal airfare not included. Additional sailing dates available.
Day 1 – Arrive Beijing
Arrive in Beijing, where you’ll be met and privately transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring China’s captivating capital at your own pace.
Day 2 – Imperial Beijing & the Great Wall
Discover the grandeur of imperial China with a guided tour of the magnificent Forbidden City, once home to generations of emperors. Continue to the less-crowded Juyongguan Pass for an unforgettable walk along the Great Wall of China, where sweeping mountain vistas showcase one of the world’s greatest engineering achievements.
Day 3 – Beijing’s Cultural Treasures
Visit the Temple of Heaven, where Ming and Qing emperors prayed for prosperous harvests, followed by the exquisite Summer Palace, renowned for its tranquil lakes, elegant pavilions, and beautifully landscaped gardens. This evening, savor an authentic Peking Duck dinner, one of China’s most celebrated culinary traditions.
Day 4 – Fly to Yichang & Embark Your Yangtze Cruise
Fly to Yichang and transfer by motor coach to the Three Gorges Cruise Terminal in Maoping (a suburb of Yichang) to board your elegant Victoria Cruises ship. Settle into your stateroom and enjoy a welcome buffet dinner as your Yangtze River journey begins.
Day 5 – Three Gorges Dam & Xiling Gorge
Visit the remarkable Three Gorges Dam, the world’s largest hydroelectric power project, before sailing through the dramatic Xiling Gorge, the longest and deepest of the famed Three Gorges. Towering cliffs, mist-covered peaks, and spectacular scenery provide an unforgettable introduction to the Yangtze.
Day 6 – Shennong Stream, Wu Gorge & Qutang Gorge
Transfer to a smaller vessel for a scenic excursion along the pristine Shennong Stream (or Goddess Stream, depending on river conditions), where emerald waters wind through narrow gorges lined with soaring limestone cliffs. Continue cruising through the serene beauty of Wu Gorge before entering the dramatic Qutang Gorge, the shortest yet most breathtaking of the Three Gorges.
Day 7 – Cultural Discovery Along the Yangtze
Enjoy a shore excursion to Xiao Guan Shan Folk Culture Park, offering insight into the region’s natural beauty and local traditions. If river conditions require, an alternate visit to the striking riverside pagoda of Shibaozhai will be substituted. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing onboard while taking in the ever-changing river landscapes.
Day 8 – Chongqing & Shanghai
Disembark in Chongqing, China’s vibrant “Mountain City,” and transfer to the airport for your flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel before an introductory tour showcasing Shanghai’s remarkable blend of historic neighborhoods, colonial architecture, and soaring modern skyline.
Day 9 – Shanghai Highlights
Explore the beautifully landscaped Yu Garden, a masterpiece of classical Chinese design dating back to the Ming Dynasty. Stroll through the adjacent Old City before visiting the iconic Bund, Shanghai’s famous waterfront promenade lined with grand European-era buildings overlooking the futuristic skyline of Pudong.
Day 10 – Depart Shanghai
After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to Shanghai International Airport for your onward journey, taking with you unforgettable memories of China’s imperial heritage, vibrant cities, and the timeless beauty of the Yangtze River.
| LOCATION | NUMBER OF NIGHTS | ACCOMMODATION |
| Beijing | 3 | Kunlan Hotel (or similar) |
| Cruise | 4 | Victoria Sabrina |
| Shanghai | 2 | Jinyang Hotel (or similar) |
3 night pre-cruise stay in Beijing
All transfers
Sightseeing in Beijing including the Great Wall, Forbidden City and Summer Palace
Peking Duck Dinner
4 night Yangtze River Cruise with Victoria Cruises
All meals during cruise
Excursions including: Three Gorges Dam, Xiling Gorge, Shennong Stream, Wu Gorge, Qutang Gorge and Xiao Guan Shan Folk Culture Park
2 night post-cruise stay in Shanghai
Panoramic tour of Shanghai
City tour of Shanghai including Yu Garden, Old City, Waterfront Promenade
Hotel Taxes
**International and internal airfare not included. Additional sailing dates available.
Day 1 – Arrive Beijing
Arrive in Beijing, where you’ll be met and privately transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring China’s captivating capital at your own pace.
Day 2 – Imperial Beijing & the Great Wall
Discover the grandeur of imperial China with a guided tour of the magnificent Forbidden City, once home to generations of emperors. Continue to the less-crowded Juyongguan Pass for an unforgettable walk along the Great Wall of China, where sweeping mountain vistas showcase one of the world’s greatest engineering achievements.
Day 3 – Beijing’s Cultural Treasures
Visit the Temple of Heaven, where Ming and Qing emperors prayed for prosperous harvests, followed by the exquisite Summer Palace, renowned for its tranquil lakes, elegant pavilions, and beautifully landscaped gardens. This evening, savor an authentic Peking Duck dinner, one of China’s most celebrated culinary traditions.
Day 4 – Fly to Yichang & Embark Your Yangtze Cruise
Fly to Yichang and transfer by motor coach to the Three Gorges Cruise Terminal in Maoping (a suburb of Yichang) to board your elegant Victoria Cruises ship. Settle into your stateroom and enjoy a welcome buffet dinner as your Yangtze River journey begins.
Day 5 – Three Gorges Dam & Xiling Gorge
Visit the remarkable Three Gorges Dam, the world’s largest hydroelectric power project, before sailing through the dramatic Xiling Gorge, the longest and deepest of the famed Three Gorges. Towering cliffs, mist-covered peaks, and spectacular scenery provide an unforgettable introduction to the Yangtze.
Day 6 – Shennong Stream, Wu Gorge & Qutang Gorge
Transfer to a smaller vessel for a scenic excursion along the pristine Shennong Stream (or Goddess Stream, depending on river conditions), where emerald waters wind through narrow gorges lined with soaring limestone cliffs. Continue cruising through the serene beauty of Wu Gorge before entering the dramatic Qutang Gorge, the shortest yet most breathtaking of the Three Gorges.
Day 7 – Cultural Discovery Along the Yangtze
Enjoy a shore excursion to Xiao Guan Shan Folk Culture Park, offering insight into the region’s natural beauty and local traditions. If river conditions require, an alternate visit to the striking riverside pagoda of Shibaozhai will be substituted. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing onboard while taking in the ever-changing river landscapes.
Day 8 – Chongqing & Shanghai
Disembark in Chongqing, China’s vibrant “Mountain City,” and transfer to the airport for your flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel before an introductory tour showcasing Shanghai’s remarkable blend of historic neighborhoods, colonial architecture, and soaring modern skyline.
Day 9 – Shanghai Highlights
Explore the beautifully landscaped Yu Garden, a masterpiece of classical Chinese design dating back to the Ming Dynasty. Stroll through the adjacent Old City before visiting the iconic Bund, Shanghai’s famous waterfront promenade lined with grand European-era buildings overlooking the futuristic skyline of Pudong.
Day 10 – Depart Shanghai
After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to Shanghai International Airport for your onward journey, taking with you unforgettable memories of China’s imperial heritage, vibrant cities, and the timeless beauty of the Yangtze River.
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