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An unforgettable China travel package that will take you to the bustling city of Shanghai before joining the Yangtze River cruise to journey through the magnificent Three Gorges. This China travel tour continues onto the Xian, home to amazing archeological discoveries before concluding your China holiday in Beijing.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Economy class airfare to/from China
China domestic economy class air travel
9 nights 4-5 star hotel accommodation and 4 nights including tipping onboard the 5 star Victoria Cruises ship ‘Katarina’
13 buffet breakfasts, 12 lunches & 7 dinners, 3 morning/afternoon tea/coffee
3 evening cultural shows with transfers to/from your hotel
All specified transfers, sightseeing and entrance fees and shore excursions on Yangtze Cruise
Professional English-speaking guides
China visa for Australian passport holders
Travel kit including a 424 page Odyssey China book and cabin bag
A$465 departure taxes, security and fuel surcharges (subject to change)
Land content prices – excludes air travel to/from China
Facts File
Guaranteed to Depart, Minimum 2 persons
Flying Qantas Airways to/from China via Sydney/Hong Kong
Prices ex SYD, MEL, BNE, ADL or PER
Ex PER passengers departs one day earlier on Cathay Pacific Airways via Hong Kong
Guaranteed 4-5 star hotel accommodation. Maximum 3 persons in a room
Triple share consists of two single beds plus a rollaway/fold-up bed. Prices on application
Triple share is not available on the cruise
Child fare (2-11years) is 75% of adult twin share costs
Prices based on share twin per person
Deposit is $440.00 per person
Yangtze Wonders Itinerary
Day
1
WED: AUSTRALIA/SHANGHAI
Depart Australia on your Qantas Airways flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the Central Hotel for three nights.
2
THU: SHANGHAI
Spend a day exploring this gracious and cosmopolitan city. See the former Colonial Concessions along the Bund for a view of the ‘yesterday & today’ of Shanghai. Enjoy the sound and light show in the unique ‘cable car’ tunnel ride beneath the Huangpu River to Pudong and stop at the soaring Jin Mao Tower for a breathtaking panorama of the city. Stroll along the alleyways of Old Chinatown, visit the Yu Garden and enjoy a river cruise before returning to your hotel. This evening enjoy an acrobatic show.
Meals: Breakfast 1 | Lunch 1
3
FRI: SHANGHAI
Another exciting day to discover Zhujiajiao, an ancient water town with cobble stone lanes and well-preserved Ming and Qing buildings. Enjoy this charming and traditional town as you cruise along the canals and drift beneath stone arched bridges. End the day at Tianzi Fang where many artists and local designers have set up art studios and galleries – a great chance to shop at the boutiques or just relax at one of the street cafes.
Meals: Breakfast 1 | Lunch 1 | Dinner 1
4
SAT: SHANGHAI/YICHANG/YANGTZE CRUISE
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Yichang where you will be transferred to the pier to embark on your Victoria Cruise ship ‘Katarina’ this evening.
Meals: Breakfast 1 | Lunch 1 | Dinner 1
5-7
SUN-MON-TUE: YANGTZE RIVER
Enjoy spectacular days sailing along the mighty Yangtze River. Cruise to Chongqing through breathtaking scenery of steep cliffs and the famous three gorges. Shore excursions include the Three Gorges Dam site, the Goddess Stream, Daning River or Shennong Stream, Wanzhou or Shibaozhai (subject to water levels and navigation authority advice).
Meals: Breakfast 3 | Lunch 3 | Dinner 3
8
WED: CHONGQING/XIAN
Disembark at Chongqing, transfer to the airport for your flight to Xian and stay for two nights at the Days Hotel & Suites. Enjoy a cultural show with dinner at the Tang Dynasty Theatre.
Meals: Breakfast 1 | Lunch 1 | Dinner 1
9
THU: XIAN
In Xian marvel at amazing archaeological wonders – the Terracotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, the Chariot Exhibition, the Shaanxi History Museum and the 14th Century old City Wall.
Meals: Breakfast 1 | Lunch 1
10
FRI: XIAN/BEIJING
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Beijing where you stay four nights at the Beijing Marriott City Wall Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast 1 | Lunch 1
11-13
SAT-SUN-MON: BEIJING
Three days visiting fascinating sights such as the Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven, the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Tour the Sacred Way, the Exhibition Hall of the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall. See the giant pandas at Beijing Zoo and visit the Silk Market. Witness the ‘hutongs’ – the ‘back alley’ – by cycle rickshaw and dine with a local family where you can obtain a glimpse into their lifestyle. Enjoy a Peking Duck dinner and a performance of ‘The Legend of Kung Fu’ during your stay.
Meals: Breakfast 3 | Lunch 3 | Dinner 1
14
TUE: BEIJING/AUSTRALIA
Farewell China as you transfer to the airport for your overnight flight home.
Meals: Breakfast 1
15
WED: ARRIVE AUSTRALIA