Luxury Yangtze River Cruise

PERFECT FOR:

  • Honeymooners & Couples
  • Nature Lovers & Foodies
  • Independent Travelers
  • Relaxation & Spa Experiences
  • Off-the-beaten path experiences
  • Touring China at a relaxed pace
  • First time and repeat travelers of China

A Private Luxury China Tour – Beijing – Xi’an – Yangtze River Cruise – Shanghai – Guilin – Longsheng – Hong Kong

19 days / 18 nights – land only – private tour – Friday Departures (March – November)

Imagine retracing the very footsteps of Mankind’s greatest construction atop the cobblestones of the magnificent Great Wall; strolling about the impregnable Forbidden City from which the most powerful Emperors ruled their Kingdom for centuries; embracing the mystique of The Three Gorges on board one of the most deluxe river cruise on The Yangtze; or immersing yourself in the vibrance of the world’s most exhilarating entertainment meccas. Well, imagine no more…

This remarkable journey features China’s signature destinations. Traveling in style, your 19-day luxuriously appointed itinerary boasts the must-sees of China, complemented with the world’s finest accommodations, sensational dining, dazzling entertainment, incomparable personalized guide service, and much, much more…. From Ancient Capitals to ultra-modern metropolises, towering mountains to raging rivers, magnificent Dragon Terraces to stunning Skylines.

With luxury, elegance and style, your most unforgettable China journey awaits….

TOUR INCLUDES:

  • Domestic Airfares* within China per itinerary
  • Private Tour with Services of specially appointed, expert guides
  • All ground transportation provided by private Sedan with Chauffeur
  • Hotel breakfast daily 
  • Tasteful combination of deluxe meals at exclusive dining venues

BEIJING (4 nights)

  • 4 nights at THE PENINSULA BEIJING (Deluxe Room)
  • Private Sightseeing of The Great Wall, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace & Tiananmen Square
  • Full day private car and guide at disposal
  • Peking Duck Dinner at Dadong Restaurant
  • Beijing Opera Performance with premium seating

XI’AN (2 nights)

  • 2 nights at the SOFITEL LEGEND (Deluxe Room)
  • Special Tang Dynasty Dinner and Performance with premium seating
  • Private Sightseeing of the City Wall, City Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Terracotta Museum, and Yangling Tombs

YANGTZE RIVER / THREE GORGES (3 nights)

  • 3 nights on board the luxurious YANGZI EXPLORER (Deluxe Cabin)
  • Daily Shore Excursions per Itinerary
  • All meals and nightly entertainment on board

SHANGHAI (3 nights)

  • 3 nights at THE PENINSULA SHANGHAI (Deluxe Riverview Room) | THE WALDORF ASTORIA (Deluxe Riverview Room)
  • Private Shanghai-by-night tour to experience the city’s spectacular skyline and bustling nightlife
  • Full day private city sightseeing with Western or Dumpling Lunch at a select venue
  • Evening ERA Acrobatics Show

GUILIN / LONGSHENG (3 nights)

  • 1 night at LI-AN LODGE
  • 2 nights in Guilin at SHANGRI-LA GUILIN (Horizon Club River View Room)
  • Li River Cruise with lunch on board
  • Extensive Sightseeing of Guilin, Yangshuo and Longshen per Itinerary

HONG KONG (3 nights)

  • 3 nights at the legendary PENINSULA HONG KONG HOTEL (Deluxe Courtyard Room)
  • Lunch at Repulse Bay’s Verandah Restaurant OR the exclusive members only China Club
  • Full day private sightseeing of Victoria Peak with a peak tram ride, Stanley Market, sampan ride in Aberdeen, Repulse Bay, Man Mo Temple and Hollywood Road.
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Day 1 (Fri): Arrive Beijing
Upon arrival, be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel in Beijing.

Day 2 (Sat): Beijing
Your introduction of China begins with an inspiring visit to the Great Wall at Mutianyu (with Cable Car ride). After lunch at The Beijing Golf Club (or similar), return to the city and enjoy a tour of the Hutongs OR Lamma Temple. In the evening, enjoy a Peking Duck dinner at the award-winning Dadong restaurant followed by breathtaking “Legends of Kung Fu” Performance. (B,L,D)

Day 3 (Sun): Beijing
Today’s full day private tour features all of “must sees” of Beijing. Visits include the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, and the Temple of Heaven. (B,L)

Day 4 (Mon): Beijing
Today, enjoy a private car and guide at your disposal (up to 8 hours) to shop or further explore this exciting capital of China. (B)

Day 5 (Tue): Beijing / Xi’an
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Xi’an. Upon arrival, commence city sightseeing of Yangling Museum (with glass bottom pit entrance) and the City Wall. Transfer to your hotel. In the evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel. (B,D)

Day 6 (Wed): Xi’an
Today’s full day tour includes the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the City Wall and the Tomb of the Emperor Qin Shi Huang Di with its remarkable Terracotta army dating over 2000 years. After lunch, visit the City or Shaanxi Museum before returning to your hotel. (B,L)

Day 7 (Thu): Xi’an / Chongqing / Yangtze River Cruise
Enjoy a morning sightseeing of the Great Mosque, Muslim Quarter and the Stone Tablets Forest. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Chongqing. Enjoy dinner at JW Marriott Chongqing before boarding the YANGZI EXPLORER for your river journey down the Mighty Yangtze. (B,D)

Day 8 (Fri): Yangtze River Cruise (Shibaozhai)
Today’s shore excursion takes you to Shibaozhai, gem of Chinese architecture. There you will find an 11-story-high red wooden pavilion built against a protruding rock with sheer cliffs on the north bank overlooking the great Yangtze. (B,L,D)
Note: When the water level is low, shore excursion will be changed to Wanxian.

Day 9 (Sat): Yangtze River Cruise / Wushan
Today cruise through the legendary Three Gorges: Qutang, Wu and Xiling. This afternoon, enjoy an unforgettable experience by journeying along Shennong Stream. (B,L,D)

Day 10 (Sun): Yangtze River Cruise / Yichang / Shanghai
Today visit the site of the Three Gorges Dam at Sandouping, the largest reservoir and power generation facility in the world. Upon disembarkation, transfer to the airport for your flight to Shanghai. Check-in at your hotel and admire the Shanghai's spectacular skyline from your hotel. (B,L)

Day 11 (Mon): Shanghai
Enjoy a morning tour of Old Town, Yu Yuan Gardens and Shanghai Museum. After a Dumpling or Western Lunch at one of the city's famed restaurants,  further explore Shanghai with your personal guide and car at your disposal. In the evening, enjoy a breathtaking ERA Acrobatics Show. (B)

Day 12 (Tue): Shanghai (Zhujiajiao)
This morning, take a break from Shanghai’s ultra-modern cityscape to Zhujiajiao’s tranquil countryside. The ancient water-town of Zhujiajiao is famous for its well-preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty architectures, stone bridges and quiet canals. Here, we stroll through the bustling morning market as well as explore its quiet canals by Sampan. Return to Shanghai in the afternoon and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure.

Day 13 (Wed): Shanghai / Guilin
Fly to Guilin. Upon arrival, commence sightseeing of Guilin city visiting Fubo Hill, Elephant Trunk Hill and Flute Reed Cave. This evening, enjoy dinner a fascinating Cormorant Fishing excursion along the Li River. Dinner is served at your hotel in Guilin. (B,D)

Day 14 (Thu): Guilin (Li River / Yangshou)
Today’s memorable excursion begins with an invigorating cruise down the majestic Li River to the quaint and charming artisan village of Yangshuo. Enjoy sightseeing of the area’s spectacular countryside visiting local villages, Moon Hill and Butterfly Spring Park. Return to Guilin in the afternoon. (B,L)

Day 15 (Fri): Guilin / Longsheng
After breakfast, we embark on a scenic 2.5 drive for Longsheng, a breathtaking scenic region renowned for its magnificent Dragon Rice Terraces. The Longji (Dragon Spine) Terrace began its construction in the Yuan Dynasty and was completed in early Qing Dynasty, a history of 650 years. The rolling mountains are sculptured with tightly packed terraces on the precipitous slopes, extending for hundreds of miles. All year round, the terraces present different beauty in different seasons. Upon arrival, embark on an invigorating hike (approx. 30 minutes) through Ping An village to the charming Li An Lodge that boasts panoramic views of the Longi Rice Terraces. Lunch and Dinner are served at the resort. (B,L)

Day 16 (Sat): Longsheng / Hong Kong
Morning at leisure to relax and soak up Longsheng pristine natural setting. Transfer to Guilin airport for your flight to Hong Kong. Upon arrival, be met and transferred to your hotel. (B)

Day 17 (Sun): Hong Kong
Private morning tour of Hong Kong Island visiting the Victoria Peak (with tram ride), Sampan Ride in Aberdeen, Stanley Market and a Western lunch at Repluse Bay’s Verandah Restaurant OR a Dim Sum Lunch at the Exclusive China Club, Man Mo Temple and Hollywood Road. Return to Kowloon by Star Ferry and walk back to the Peninsula Hotel. (B,L)

Day 18 (Mon): Hong Kong
A full day at leisure to sightsee, shop or sample the tantalizing culinary delights of Hong Kong. (B)

Day 19 (Tue): Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to the airport for your flight home. (B)

2021 Price Chart (Tour operates March thru November)
Hotel

Twin Sharing

Single Supplement

LS HS LS HS
Luxury Accommodations as listed 15,250 16,250 6,100 6,850
Tour requires minimum of 2 passengers to operate

  • Price is per person, based on double occupancy
  • Price includes all entrance fees, China domestic airport taxes & fuel surcharges
  • *Domestic Air based on Economy Class. Optional First/Business Class upgrade available at a supplement of $2,200 per person (market fares – subject to change)
  • Price excludes Trans-pacific airfares. Discount Economy and Business Class Fares available upon request.
  • Price excludes personal expenses, beverages, gratuities to guides and drivers
  • Low Season (LS) – March, June – August
  • High Season (HS) – April-May, September – November
  • Prices subject to change without notice

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Beijing’s Legendary Landmarks including the Great Wall, Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven
  • Xian’s Terracotta Museum, Yangling Tombs & City Wall 
  • Yangtze River Cruise on board the luxurious Yangzi Explorer
  • Bright lights & Big City Vibes of Shanghai 
  • Day Cruise on the Li River with visit to Yangshuo 
  • Longsheng Dragon Rice Terraces 
  • Hong Kong’s stunning Victoria Harbor & Stanley Market 

  Price Starting From:
   $15,250

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"We have used Explorient for three trips to Asia over the last five years, and they have done a great job for us. On our first two trips, everything was exceptional, with excellent hotels, guides, and all the trip details. Our most recent trip was to Japan. There were a few issues that were primarily due to the strict structure of travel companies in Japan, and Explorient handled those issues as they arose. Overall, we are very pleased with Explorient and will use them again when we are ready to return to that part of the world.”
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2011 - 2017 (Multiple Trips)
"Just Perfect!....Explorient arranged a custom first class trip for us to China. When we arrived in China, everything was handled perfectly. In each city we had a driver and an English speaking tour guide that took amazing care of us every day. The hotels were all top notch 5 star hotels, including the Peninsula, ShangriLa, Raffles, etc., and the daily itineraries were exactly what we had hoped for. Kervin spent a lot of time ensuring each aspect of the tour was what we wanted...very personalized experience. We would definitely use Explorient again.
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May 2014
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