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12-Nights China & the Yangtze - Luxury Small Group Journeys — CALL
Abercrombie & Kent
OFFER ID 1493678
China & the Yangtze
Discover China’s past and present — from historic Beijing to the bustling metropolis of Shanghai. Visit the iconic Terra Cotta Warriors and giant pandas, and explore the storied Yangtze River on an all-balcony river cruiser.
12 nights | Call for pricing
Abercrombie & Kent: China & the Yangtze
DAY 1 Beijing, China
Arrive in the capital city of Beijing, China’s longtime seat of power, where you are transferred to your luxurious hotel.
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Meals:
DAY 2 Beijing
Today, participate in a privately led tai chi lesson taught by a master instructor at the Temple of Heaven, a stunning example of classical Ming period architecture. After lunch, take in the sweep of history at Tiananmen Square before exploring the imperial grandeur of the Forbidden City. Tonight, gather for a special welcome dinner at your hotel.
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3 Beijing
This morning, Ride Like a Local on a pedicab through a hutong, a vast yet intimate neighborhood of small, winding alleyways dating to China’s dynastic period. Then, travel to the well-preserved Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China. Ride a cable car to the top of the wall to take in sweeping views of the surrounding mountains. After experiencing this wonder of the world, return to Beijing.
Four Seasons Hotel Beijing
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4 Xian
Fly to Xian, a modern city cloaked in over 3,000 years of history. Once the eastern terminus on the Great Silk Road, Xian has become a melting pot of Middle Eastern and Asian influences. Upon arrival, enjoy a Chef ’s Table noodle-throwing demonstration, followed by lunch. Visit the old city’s Muslim Quarter, with its teeming markets and beautiful Great Mosque, a 14th-century national heritage site. A blend of classic Chinese temple architecture and central Asian embellishments make it one of the most fascinating sites in Xian.
The Ritz-Carlton, Xian
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5 Xian
Today, accompanied by an on-site specialist, visit the excavation site of the Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses, the life-size army created during the Qin Dynasty to protect Qin Shi Huang, China’s first emperor, in his afterlife. More than 8,000 remarkably crafted soldiers are spread throughout three dig pits, each revealing a unique face. After lunch, stroll along the impressive ramparts of the City Wall. Tonight, gather for dinner.
The Ritz-Carlton, Xian
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6 Chengdu
Travel by bullet train to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province. For lunch, enjoy a spicy Sichuan hot pot, a regional specialty. Afterward, immerse yourself in local life and culture at People’s Park, where area residents play traditional Chinese instruments, practice calligraphy and engage in tai chi. While there, learn about unique, centuries- old matchmaking techniques still in use today before checking in to your hotel, where you observe a traditional tea demonstration.
Waldorf Astoria Chengdu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7 Chengdu & Chongqing
Today, visit the Chengdu Panda Breeding and Research Center. Enjoy the rare opportunity to observe these endangered creatures roaming freely in their specially designed habitat. Then, board a high-speed train for a ride through the Chinese countryside to Chongqing, where you embark on your river cruiser, ‘Sanctuary Yangzi Explorer,’ for a three-night journey to Yichang. Settle into your cabin as the ship sets a course downstream to the stunning Three Gorges region.
‘sanctuary Yangzi Explorer’
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8 Cruising the Yangtze
Start with tai chi on the deck before breakfast. Disembark in the small city of Fuling and visit the 816 Nuclear Military Plant, a massive yet unfinished Cold War era bunker. Back on board, learn about Chinese traditional medicine and reflexology. Tonight, attend the Captain’s Reception.
‘sanctuary Yangzi Explorer’
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9 Cruising the Yangtze
Early this morning, ‘Sanctuary Yangzi Explorer’ navigates the Qutang Gorge before docking at Wushan. Disembark and take in the scenic splendor of this rugged yet lush region on an adventure among the high peaks that surround the river. In the afternoon, continue your journey downstream, passing through the majestic Wu and Xiling Gorges. Tonight, savor a “Taste of China” dinner, followed by onboard entertainment.
‘sanctuary Yangzi Explorer’
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10 Yichang & Shanghai
This morning, disembark in Yichang and fly to Shanghai, stopping briefly to photograph the Three Gorges Dam, a project that resulted in the resettlement of 1.2 million residents of the cities submerged behind it. Upon arrival in Shanghai, transfer to your elegant hotel, located on the city’s historic Bund.
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai On The Bund
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 11 Shanghai
Explore dynamic Shanghai, where stunning modern skylines meet classic street markets and gardens. Head to the observation deck of the Shanghai Tower, where you are treated to a bird’s-eye view of the Huangpu River, the Bund and Shanghai’s panorama of skyscrapers. This afternoon, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities.
Walk Shanghai’s Historic Jewish Quarter and learn how it became a haven for Jews fleeing Europe in World War II.
Enjoy a Shopping Excursion to the trendy French Concession to browse the superb selection of artisan shops and navigate the maze of shikumen homes.
Cycle through Pudong, exploring Shanghai’s newest district filled with gleaming skyscrapers.
Then, toast your day with a relaxing Scenic Sundowner.
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai On The Bund
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12 Shanghai
Today, walk along the Bund, Shanghai’s most popular promenade, and then explore the Shanghai Museum accompanied by a curator, viewing exceptional collections of historically significant art and housewares, including bronzes, ceramics, jade, furniture and coins. Savor lunch at a local restaurant and later stroll the streets of Old Town, visiting the 16th-century Yu Garden, with its pavilions and ponds.
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai On The Bund
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 13 Shanghai
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to depart for home.
Meals: Breakfast
Vacation Details
* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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