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Best of China with Yangtze Cruise
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Length
15 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Beijing (China)
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Ends in
Shanghai (China)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAR 29, 2026 to OCT 13, 2027
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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$6,995.40
Overview
Discover the cityscapes of Beijing and Shanghai, Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors and the rare giant pandas of Chengdu on this mesmerizing encounter with China, which includes a leisurely cruise along the Yangtze River.
Visited During Tour
Beijing (China) | Chengdu (China) | Chongqing (China) | Fengdu County (China) | Shanghai (China) | Xi'An (China) | Yichang (China)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Best of China with Yangtze Cruise tour dates available from Trafalgar. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Trafalgar Tour Code 411-1173
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1Say Ni Hao to China
Journey to the “Northern Capital” – a land of emperors, epic monuments and the cultural heart of China. On arrival in Beijing, you’ll be transferred to your hotel where you can relax before meeting your Travel Director for a dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals Included:
- Dinner
Accommodations: Novotel Peace -
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2Journey to the Great Wall
Visit the iconic Great Wall of China at Juyongguan this morning – its stone ramparts and walls snaking thousands of miles into the distance to defend the empire against nomadic invaders since 5th century B.C. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure and this evening for dinner indulge in a regional dinner of succulent Peking Duck – a must during any visit to Beijing.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Novotel Peace -
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3Discover the Icons of Beijing
Surround yourself with the grandeur of Beijing’s landmark Great Hall of the People, Qianmen Gate and the mausoleum of Mao Zedong as you walk through one of the world’s largest public areas, Tiananmen Square. Delve into China’s imperial heritage, passing the south gate into the frozen-in-time Forbidden City – once home to emperors and their households and today a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After lunch, indulge in a relaxing foot massage at the Foot Reflexology Center to ease you into an evening at leisure or consider joining an Optional Experience.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Novotel Peace -
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4Explore Beijing's Hutong and onwards to Xi'an Connect with Locals
Navigate the ancient alleyways of the courtyard Hutong residences, weaving through lively neighborhoods on the back of a traditional rickshaw. Stop at the home of a local family where you’ll Connect With Locals, enjoying a Be My Guest experience with lunch of traditional Chinese cuisine, then visit a nearby tea house. Here, you’ll delve into the art of chayi, joining a Local Specialist who’ll share first-hand the age-old ritual of tea-making. Leave Beijing behind, bound for Xi’an, an ancient departure point on the Silk Road.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Wyndham Grand Xi'an South -
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5Marvel at the legendary Terracotta Warriors Make Travel Matter
Start your day at a Gallery, where you’ll explore China’s artistic legacy. Dive into Culture at a traditional calligraphy class, where you’ll try your hand at Chinese writing, an art form dating back to the Han Dynasty. Then, step into history at the Yaodong cave dwellings on this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience — ingeniously crafted from Loess earth, these eco-friendly homes have sheltered families for centuries. After lunch, marvel at the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors standing guard over Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s tomb.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Wyndham Grand Xi'an South -
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6Take the bullet train to Chengdu Dive Into Culture
This morning, your choice of activities gives you an opportunity to join a Local Specialist in their T'ai Chi practice or embark on a cycle tour around part of the ancient City Wall of Xi'an. Later at a local restaurant, you will be watching a demonstration in the art of making dumplings, with an opportunity to sample these for lunch. Savor the juicy flavors of these boiled, steamed and fried treats, transporting you back to ancient China, then transfer to the railway station for your high-speed bullet train trip to Chengdu. On arrival in the hometown of the giant panda, you’ll check in to your hotel and savor the leisurely pace of local life on your terms.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Rhombus Park Aura -
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7See the Giant Pandas of China Make Travel Matter
Witness the ground-breaking work being done by the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding this morning. Join a Local Specialist and learn how this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience supports the non-profit research breeding facility which rescues and protects the endangered giant panda, of which fewer than 2,000 remain. Afterwards, return to your hotel for an afternoon at leisure.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Rhombus Park Aura -
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8Discover the cuisine of Sichuan Dive Into Culture
Indulge in the bold and spicy flavors of local cuisine as you Dive Into Culture and learn about regional cooking practices at the Museum of Sichuan Cuisine. Experience the art of grinding soybean for Tofu, and discover ancient kitchenware, books and manuscripts faithfully recording the history of Sichuan culinary cultures. Immerse yourself in the intoxicating scents wafting through Restaurant Alley, pay tribute to the Kitchen God before attempting to create your own culinary magic under the guidance of a local chef. Stomach and soul sated after a delicious encounter with Chengdu, you’ll have an afternoon to relax, explore further or perhaps take the opportunity to do some shopping.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Rhombus Park Aura -
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9Board your Yangtze River Cruise
Rub shoulders with the locals during a visit to People’s Park with its beautiful Chinese gardens, lake and tea houses. Gain insights into the day-to-day lives of the locals who spend their free time in tranquil surrounds indulging in a leisurely game of mah-jong, a quiet nap or neck massage. Venture to lively Jinli Old Street next, crossing beneath the imposing archway into a world of intricate handicraft, paintings and calligraphy. Stroll along the narrow street whose façades were modeled on the architectural style of a traditional old town in western Sichuan Province, then transfer to the railway station for a high-speed bullet train ride to Chongqing. Here, you’ll enjoy a city orientation tour with dinner before boarding your Yangtze River Cruise.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Victoria Jenna -
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10Cruise the Great Yangtze River
Step off your Yangtze cruise to visit Shuanggui Mountain near Fengdu, a national scenic area known for its forested slopes, osmanthus trees and centuries-old temples, with paths that lead up to courtyards, stone inscriptions and views over the Yangtze River. Back on board you’ll continue your journey along the Yangtze. Later you may choose an Optional Experience to Fengdu’s ‘Ghost City’, with temples and shrines depicting China’s vision of the afterlife and the legend of two officials-turned-immortals. In the evening another Optional Experience is the open-air Romance of the Three Kingdoms show, retelling battles between rival dynasties with stunts, acrobatics and strong visual effects.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Victoria Jenna -
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11Sail through the imposing Three Gorges
Wake up to another day on the Yangtze. This morning, choose one of two Optional Experiences: visit the White Emperor City, where rulers and poets once admired Qutang Gorge, or head to Chijia Mountain’s peak for sweeping views from the top of the Qutang Gorge. Return to your cruise and journey through Qutang Gorge’s towering cliffs, past Wu Gorge’s misty peaks, and into Xiling Gorge’s dramatic landscapes. Swap the ship for a small motorboat this afternoon and explore the Goddess Stream, gliding past sheer limestone cliffs covered in lush greenery—you’ll gain another perspective on this mighty river.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Victoria Jenna -
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12Onwards to Shanghai Stays With Stories
Make an early start this morning and ascend to the top deck of your cruise ship to enjoy the views of the vast Three Gorges Dam – the largest dam in the world with a production timeline that spanned decades. After disembarking at Maoping Port you’ll have another great photo opportunity to get shots of the dam before transferring to Yichang Airport to catch your flight to the city of Shanghai. This afternoon you’ll check in to your Stays With Stories hotel, The Kunlun Jing An. You might choose to unwind at the hotel, visit Jing An Temple and nearby Jing An Park or take a stroll along West Nanjing Road.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: The Kunlun Jing An -
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13Discover Vibrant Shanghai Dive Into Culture
Shanghai’s famous ‘Bund’ waterfront is the first stop on a day of sightseeing with your Travel Director. Admire the ornate neoclassical colonial buildings and skyscrapers that have sprung up from this former marshland, then Dive Into Culture during a visit to a silk museum. Embrace the tranquility of the famous Yu Garden next, with its pavilions, halls, rockeries, ponds and cloisters. Then, enjoy some free time for a local lunch of soup dumplings perhaps and shopping in the Old Town, a treasure trove of winding streets and vibrant markets that was once enclosed by the ancient walled city of Shanghai. Our final stop this afternoon is a visit to the Jade Buddha Temple, built in 1928 after the original temple was destroyed during the revolution that overthrew the Qing Dynasty. Admire the beauty of its precious jade Buddha statues made out of crystal-clear white jade, before you settle into an evening performance by the world-renowned Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: The Kunlun Jing An -
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14More Treasures of Shanghai
Ascend to the 88-storey Jin Mao Tower for panoramic views of the skyscrapers that loom over the most populous city on earth. Then embark on a walking tour with a Local Specialist through the Shanghai French Concession, for an exhilarating encounter with the opulent age of French colonial China. Wander through the narrow alleyways, past elegant villas and apartments dating back to the early 1900s when the territory was proclaimed a French settlement. Later this morning, you’ll see where the First Conference of the Communist Party took place in Xin Tian Di, whose charming antique façades hide a 21st century world of bars, cafes, boutiques and theme restaurants. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure, letting the sights and sounds of Shanghai infuse every sense or consider joining an Optional Experience. Say a fond farewell to newfound friends this evening during dinner.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: The Kunlun Jing An -
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15Farewell to China
Our epic encounter with China at its end, take a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
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Travelers Notes
* TRANSFERS: Complimentary transfers from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) or Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) are available on the arrival day of the itinerary or in conjunction with a pre-trip accommodation booked through Trafalgar. Complimentary transfers to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are available on the departure day of the itinerary or in conjunction with a post-trip accommodation booked through Trafalgar. * CHINA: USA passport holders require a visa for China. Visa must be obtained prior to departure . We recommend applying 60 days prior to departure. * IMPORTANT: Please see important visa details sent with your invoice.* INTERNAL FLIGHTS: This tour has an included internal flight; any excess luggage charges are at your own expense.* LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE: Each guest is permitted one bag with maximum dimensions of 58 linear inches (147 cm), the total of length, width, and height - and a weight not exceeding 44 lbs (20 kg). Guests may also bring one personal item, such as a purse, backpack, or similarly sized item that fits comfortably under the seat in front of them or the overhead compartment weighing no more than 15 lbs (7kg). * IMPORTANT: Minivans or minibuses may also be used depending on the group size. Motorcoaches without toilet facilities are used; the Tour Director will ensure to arrange regular stops on longer journeys to ensure guests' comfort throughout the tour.* GROUND HANDLER: This Trip is Operated by LAND - Beijing Central Tours and SAFARI, CRUISE - Victoria Cruises¿¿¿¿¿¿¿.* 3-NIGHT YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE: There is a flat service charge of approximately RMB$150 per guest to be paid at the start of the cruise to cover services provided by waiters, housekeeping staff and porters. This service charge does not include a gratuity for the Cruise Director, Local Guides and any additional special services which can be offered at the guest¿s discretion. This river cruise is operated by Victoria Cruises sailing on Victoria Jenna. The ship embarks in Chongqing in the evening and disembarks in Yichang in the morning.* NOTE: This Trip falls under LEVEL 2. Please refer to the below invoice notes section in order to review the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations fees policies.
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