Uncover the Three Gorges

$2469 (Land only in China)

Guaranteed Depart Sundays & Thursdays*

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Guangzhou-Chongqing-Yangtze River-Yichang-Xi'an
Cruise the spectacular Yangtze River and uncover one of nature's most majestic sites. The Three Gorges characterized by steep mountains, rugged shoals, the vertical cliffs and grotesque peaks with clouds wrapping them in a blanket of mist, is one of China's most visited regions.

Tour code: DTT - TG05

Day 01: Guangzhou
Arrive in Guangzhou by air, then transfer to Zhouyou Hotel or similar. Known as the City of Goats, it is the capital of Guangdong province and the southern gateway to China. It is an important commercial centre, with its port, Huangpu being major foreign trading port at southern China in close proximity to Hong Kong and Macao.
Day 02: Guangzhou
Spend your day at your own pace to explore Guangzhou. Guangzhou the southern gateway to China is famous for its diversity in Chinese cuisines and also its pleasant tropical parks and tree-shaded streets. (B)
OPTIONAL: Tour around Guangzhou for a day, visiting its main attractions: The Chen Chamber which is a representative work of art focused on the traditional architecture of the ancient Guangdong and Guangxi regions. Also discover Dr. Sun Yat-Sen's Memorial Hall famous for its octagonal structure and then unveil down town Guangzhou. (B/L) $98 p/p
Day 03: Guangzhou - Chongqing
Depart Guangzhou and fly to Chongqing (approximate 2 hours). Transfer to the Chongqing Hotel or similar hotel on arrival. Renowned for its beauty at night Chongqing is where the Yangtze and Jialing rivers meet. After lunch tour around down town Chongqing and also visit Erling Park. (B/L)
Day 04: Cruise to Three Gorges of Yangtze River
Board cruise to Three Gorges of Yangtze River. Today the cruise will pass through the Pearl of the Yangtze River - Shibao Village, Wanxian Town and Zhangfei Temple. (B/L/D)
Day 05: Cruising through Three Gorges
Continue cruising down the Yangtze River to uncover the Xiling Gorge, Qutang Gorge and the Wuxia Gorge. (B/L/D)
Day 06: Three Gorges - Yichang
Continue cruising down the mighty Yangtze viewing some of China's most breathtaking landscapes. Arrive in Yichang late afternoon. Transfer to the Three Gorges Hotel or similar hotel. (B/L)
Day 07: Yichang
Half Day tour to the Gezhouba Project, the first large water conservation and hydropower project on China's Changjiang (Yangze) River. It consists of ship locks, power stations, a spillway and scouring slices, etc. Leisure time for personal sightseeing. Board overnight train (approximately 16 hours) with first class soft sleeping - bed to Xi'an, which was one of the most important cradles of Chinese civilization. It marked the start of the famous Silk Road that linked China with central Asia and the Roman Empire. It also served as the first capital of a unified China and the capital of 11 dynasties periodically from the 11th century B.C. to the early 10th century A.D. Xi'ann, covering 880 square miles and with a population of 2,915,000 still contains a host of historical sites. (B/L)
Day 08: Xi'an
Arrive in Xi'an early morning. Transfer to the Bell Tower Hotel or similar on arrival. Visit Terracotta Warriors and Horses where more than 7,000 life sized terracotta warriors and horses have been unearthed near the Tomb of Emperor Qin Shihuang. Encounter the Banpo Museum filled with artifacts from approximately 6,000 years ago, from a matriarchal commune of the Yellow River region. (B/L)
Day 09: Xi'an
Leisure time to explore Xi'an's many historical sites. Known as the city of "Everlasting Peace" Xi'an is one of the most important cradles of Chinese civilization and marks the start of the famous "Silk Road." (B)
OPTIONAL: Tour to the City Wall, China's only well preserved large-scale city wall surrounded by moats. Visit the Big Wild-Goose Pagoda, which was first built in the Tang Dynasty; it is the symbol of Xi'an. (B/L) $98 p/p
Day 10: Xi'an
Depart Xi'an (transfer to airport or train station) (B)

Inclusive:

	Transfers and transportation in China
	Breakfast and accommodation (which are based on twin share 3 star hotels listed at page of Hotels
	Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified in the itinerary
	English speaking tour guide with transfers & tours
	Evening entertainment where available
	*Guarantee departure to travel for a minimum of 2 passengers
Notes:	The two seasons of which you can travel in China:
	Low season (L):	January, February, March, June, July, August, November & December (Except Olympic Games)
	High season (H):	April, May, September & October
	Surcharge:	$290 per person surcharge for departure on high season
	Departure*:	Guaranteed departure on Sundays & Thursdays in Year 2008 & 2009 with minimum of two people

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