Day 1 Arrival at Beijing
Your private guide will be ready to meet and greet you at the arrival hall. A comfortable private car (non-smoking) with an experienced driver will transfer you directly to your hotel. Your guide will help you to check-in.
Day 2 Beijing (B+L)
Experiences on the day include the classic, epic sites of Beijing. The Forbidden City was home to 24 emperors and the imperial palace where treasures are housed and history has occurred; the grand Tian’anmen Square is the largest city square in the world and has been witness to many major historical events,and after spending half a day walking around those two sites, you will get on a rickshaw to the hutongs to discover the traditional local lifestyle.
Day 3 Beijing (B+L)
Freshen up in the morning and start the day at the Temple of Heaven, which was a place for the emperor to pray for good weather and a good harvest. Interact with the locals and join in with different morning exercise groups to experience their happy lifestyle.Then continue to the Great Wall at Mutianyu, a less-crowded section of the Great Wall that allows for leisurely walks along it, passing through the watchtowers, and presenting a superb view as it snakes across the hills and mountains. The autumn colors are especially good for photography, as is the winter snow.
Day 4 Beijing to Xian (B+L+D)
Make a comparison between the traditional and contemporary art by visiting the Summer Palace and the 798 Art District in one day.Walk around the tranquil Summer Palace at a leisurely pace, and enjoy the royal garden that was built almost 300 years ago. Take a pleasant boat ride on the lake and have a stroll in the long corridor to enjoy viewing the exquisite painting on the ceiling. Immerse yourself in traditional Chinese architecture.As a new landmark of the urban culture, the 798 Art District presents the contemporary art trend of China. Linger around exhibition halls displaying different styles or have a cup of coffee at a shop that has an artistic ambience.In the evening, you will be driven to the airport and fly to Xi'an
Day 5 Xian (B+L)
This day includes all the highlights of Xi’an. The Terracotta Warriors and Horses, with each figure being unique, have guarded Emperor Qin's tomb since 210 BC. Have a silent conversation with these figures that are 2,200 years old. The arranged lunch will let you experience the traditional Hunan and Sichuan cuisine.The Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a simple, elegant brick pagoda built in the 7th century, stands in the grounds of the attractive Da Ci'en Temple.In the evening, you will be taken to the airport by your guide for the flight to Chengdu.
Day 6 Chengdu (B+L)
With fewer tourists, Dujiangyan Panda Base is now the only base in China to offer the Panda Keeper Program and the opportunity to hold a panda for photos. It takes about1? hours by car to get there. This unique one-day tour will utilize your time to have a close experience with the lovely giant pandas.With the guidance of the English-speaking staff, you will help them to clean the panda enclosures, feed the pandas from a very short distance, watch panda movies, and make cakes for the treasured creatures. Have a Chinese lunch with the staff in their canteen.This one-day close encounter with pandas makes for a sweet memory of a lifetime
Day 7 Chengdu to Chongqing (B+L)
Chengdu is a paradise of pandas; you will find lots of things related to the theme. During the day, you will continue to enjoy the cute panda world.Panda Post in Chengdu is the only postal service in the world with the giant panda as its theme, where you can buy everything featuring the giant panda, from stamps, postcards, albums, and envelopes to toys and souvenirs. You can post the lovely postcards to anywhere in the world.Created by the internationally renowned artist Lawrence Argent, the gigantic panda sculpture weighs 13 tons and has a height of 15 meters. Climbing on the wall of the Chengdu International Finance Square (Chengdu IFS) on Chunxi Road, this big panda has become a trendy landmark of Chengdu.?In the afternoon, your guide and driver will transfer you to the railway station to catch the HSR (high-speed rail) to Chongqing. Your guide in Chongqing will meet you at the exit and take you to the cruise dock, helping you to check-in at the luxury New Century Legend Ship that departs at 9:00pm.
Day 8 Yangtze River (B+L+D)
Enjoy the scenery of riverbanks passing by during the leisurely morning. In the afternoon, a short visit to Shibaozhai — a magnificent red pavilion providing a walkway to the top of a solitary hill — allows for spectacular views of the area. An optional tour to Fengdu Ghost City awaits those who are interested in mystical matters.A welcoming banquet and party ends the day, while you glide along the glistening river.
Day 9 Yangtze River (B+L+D)
Two of the magnificent three gorges, Qutang and Wu Gorge, are passed through this morning, so be ready with a camera. The wonder of engineering, the vast ship locks, and the majesty of nature present themselves to you as you sit back and relax.The afternoon is dedicated to visiting Shennong Stream, which has rushing waterfalls and an ancient plank path leading to suspended coffins in the cliff. You also have the option of visiting the White Emperor City.In the evening, the ship’s crew will entertain you with their performances
Day 10 Yangtze River (B+L)
The Three Gorges Dam is the highlight of the day, and a visit to the top of the dam gives you great photo opportunities. To see it is to believe it, and you will learn more about the world’s biggest hydroelectric project. After arriving in Yichang, you will be taken to the airport for a transfer flight to Shanghai. Your guide in Shanghai will escort you back to your hotel for a good rest.
Day 11 Shanghai (B+L)
The Shanghai World Financial Center observation deck, which is the tallest in the world, starts your day with the best views of the city.
The Jade Buddha Temple and Yuyuan Garden provide a taste of traditional Chinese garden architecture, while Yuyuan Market is a 'heaven' for tasting Shanghai’s snacks
Day 12 Departure from Shanghai (B)
Your private car, driver, and guide will transport you to the airport and take you all the way to the security gate for your convenience. Relax all the way to the airplane with us
