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Shanghai and a cruise through the Yangtze Gorges
11 days from
Highlights include Shanghai Yangtze Gorges Suzhou Chongqing
£1249
Including
ALL MEALS & FULL SIGHTSEEING
Fly from Heathrow Or from your LOCAL AIRPORT
YANGTZE GORGE
Whats Included
Return scheduled flights to Shanghai Internal flights between Shanghai/Wuhan and Chongqing/Shanghai Transfers between airport and hotel All other transportation as detailed Nine nights accommodation four nights in Shanghai, one night in Chongqing, four nights aboard the cruise ship Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager and English speaking local representatives Shanghai Acrobatic Show All hotel baggage handling for one piece of luggage per person All State and local taxes All UK and overseas airport taxes and security charges
The fabled city of Shanghai and the mighty River Yangtze symbolise so powerfully the natural beauty, timeless history and the continuing enigma of China. Add the beautiful city of Suzhou and the bustling markets of Chongqing for a simply unique and unforgettable visit. Along a stretch of 150 miles of the Yangtze, sheer rock cliffs rise to stupendous heights on both sides of the turbulent, swirling waters.
The Yangtze is the longest river in Asia and the third longest in the world, after the Amazon and the Nile. The river winds 3,900 miles through the country from west to east and is known by the name of Changjiang, simply translated as Long River. The journey from Yichang to Chongqing is one of the most impressive sections of the river with wild mountain ranges, unbroken ravines, rapids and the dramatic Three Gorges of Qutang, Wuxia and Xiling. The various ports of call along the way offer great opportunities to experience Chinas ancient cultural heritage and picturesque natural scenery. YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 - Depart on your scheduled flight to Shanghai. DAY 2 - Arrival in Shanghai, where you will transfer to your hotel for a three night stay. During the afternoon you will be taken on a visit to the riverfront. DAY 3 - Shanghai has to be seen to be believed! As the fastest developing city in China, if not the world, this vibrant and exciting seaport is rapidly recovering its entrepreneurial prominence. Shanghais colourful history is embedded in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and today this combines with exciting modernity and a glimpse into Chinas future. At its heart is the Huangpu River, with its constant and extraordinary stream of water traffic. The Bund, the citys famous riverside boulevard, is lined with magnificent former colonial buildings which now stand as monuments to Shanghais one-time notoriety. Yet across the river in Pudong District, a new Manhattan is rising from the former marshlands. The labyrinth of streets in the old town form a stark contrast with modern Nanjing Road Shanghai truly is a shoppers Mecca. By night, the city is a culinary delight with all sorts of local and international foods and entertainment that just goes on and on! Our included sightseeing programme offers the best of Shanghai. Highlights include the thronging shopping thoroughfare of Nanjing Road, the traditional Old Town, with its ancient Wu Xing Ting Teahouse, and the Yu Yuan Gardens, a classic Chinese garden. You will also visit the beautiful Jade Buddha Temple and have time to stroll along the Bund. This evening there is an included visit to an Acrobatic Show. DAY 4 - Today you will be taken on a full day tour by train to Suzhou, situated on Chinas historic Grand Canal. This beautiful city is famous for its landscaped gardens, narrow canals and traditional Chinese architecture. Many of the gardens, known as far back as the 10th century, have been restored to
Excursions as follows:
- Shanghai city sightseeing - Suzhou by train - Chongqing city sightseeing
Your Hotels
You will stay in the Swan Hotel or Shanghai Hotel in Shanghai and the Holiday Inn in Chongqing. All rooms have private facilities, TV, telephone and a constant supply of tea, as is the custom in Chinese hotels. Other facilities include western and Chinese restaurants and bar.
Your Cruise Vessel
You will cruise the Yangtze Gorges on board the MV Sunshine or similar. This cruise vessel has twin cabins with private facilities for approximately 130 persons and features a restaurant, bar, coffee shop, viewing deck and is fully air-conditioned. We are sure you will be agreeably surprised by the standards of comfort and service on board.
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