Tour code:
NHF-07: Beijing (4 nights), Xian (2 nights), Three Gorges (3 nights), Shanghai (2 nights)
Early bird discount by booking 90 days before departure date (adult only):
$100 off
Group discount:
4-5 people $75.00/person off
6-9 people $100.00/person off
10 people & up $150.00/person off
Departure date
Return date
Adult Fare
Land Only (No International Airfare)
Child Fare (12yrs under, no bed)
Single Supplement
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Apr. 05, 19
Apr. 17; May. 01
$2299
$1699
$1760
$600
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May. 03, 17
May. 15, 29
$2399
$1799
$1830
$600
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May. 31; Jun. 14,29
Jun. 12, 26; Jul.10
$2399
$1799
$1830
$600
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Jul. 12, 27
Jul.24; Aug.08
$2399
$1799
$1830
$600
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Aug. 09, 23
Aug. 21; Sep. 04
$2399
$1799
$1830
$700
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Sep. 06, 20
Sep. 18; Oct. 02
$2399
$1799
$1830
$700
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Oct. 05, 19
Oct. 16, 30
$2399
$1799
$1830
$700
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Nov.01
Nov. 13
$2099
$1499
$1699
$600
The above fares are for passengers departing from San Francisco or Los Angeles. Domestic add-on fares are:
New York, Chicago, Washington D.C, Houston: $200.
U.S. Eastern and Central Standard Time Zone: USD$300.
U.S. Mountain Standard Time Zone: USD$200.
U.S. Pacific Standard Time Zone: USD$150.
..:: Package Tour Details ::..
Day 1
Hometown Beijing
Start your tour by taking a deluxe flight to Beijing, cross the International Date Line.
Day 2
Arrive in Beijing
Arrive in Beijing-the capital of China. Your tour guide will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 3
Beijing (B.L.D.)
Beijing served as the capital of 5 dynasties over a period of 800 years. Start your city tour with a visit to the Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world. Next stop is the Forbidden City. This complex, the largest and most intact conglomeration of ancient structures of the imperial palace ever built in the world, features more than 800 buildings with 9999 rooms, resplendent golden-glazed roofs, red lacquered pillars and vermilion walls. In the afternoon, continue your tour to the Temple of Heaven, which was used by Emperors to offer sacrifices to heaven and pray for good harvest in ancient times. In the evening, enjoy a fabulous Peking Roast Duck Banquet. Back to hotel for rest or attend an optional energetic show-- "Legend of Kung-fu" at your own expense.
Day 4
Beijing (B.L.D.)
This morning, you`ll also have an opportunity to shop at the largest Jade Center of Asia. The highlight today is a trip to the astonishing Great Wall at Juyongguan Pass. More than 12,000 Kilometers in total, the Great Wall is the most famous image of China throughout the world. It is the only manmade object visible from the moon, and as one of the Eight Wonders of the world, it is also a symbol of Chinese traditional culture and the pride of the Chinese nationality. After lunch, see skilled artisans at work at a Cloisonne Factory. Then take motor coach to the Ming Tombs and visit the Changling Exhibition Hall. Back to city, walk along the New Qianmen Street and have a outside view of the beautiful Bird`s Nets and Water Cube up close. After dinner, cap off the day by attending a superb performance of Chinese Acrobatic Show.
Day 5
Beijing (B.L.)
In the morning tour to the exquisite Summer Palace (Imperial Garden), the largest ancient preserved garden in China and a former summer resort for Emperors and the chosen few, with a boat ride on Lake Kunming (weather permitting). A shopping visit to a Silk Carpet Shop followed by lunch. You`ll have your afternoon free to explore the city by yourself. You may choose to join our optional Experience the Hutong Life Tour: a special journey exploring the ancient Beijing Alley District by a pedi-cab, plus a visit to a local family and a local market; or just pace yourself in the Wang-fu-jing Business Street, also called Gold Street. With hundreds year of history, it is the best place to capture the historical and modern cultures of Beijing. Today`s dinner will be on your own.
Day 6
Beijing Xian (B.L.D.)
Fly to Xi`an in the morning. Xi`an was the first Chinese city opening up its doors to the world during the Tang Dynasty. Over a period of more than 2000 years, Xian was the capital for eleven dynasties. Upon arrival, you will go to visit the Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses Museum, sightseeing the attached life-sized defending army to the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang. It is regarded as "the eighth wonder of the world" and among the top archaeological excavations of the 20th century. Visit an Art Ceramics Factory before we enjoy the special local Imperial Dumpling Banquet Dinner and the traditional Tang Dynasty Singing and Dancing Show in the evening.
Day 7
Xian (B.L.D.)
Visit the Shanxi Provincial Historical Museum in the morning. Enjoy a local special noodle lunch and watch Noodle Making Performance. After lunch visit the Ancient City Wall which is not only the most complete city wall that has survived in China, but also one of the largest and most complete ancient military defense systems in the world. Then visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the symbol of the city. It is said to have been built to house and protect Buddhist scriptures collected by the Chinese monk, Xuan Zang, the key figure in «Journey to the West».
Day 8
Xian Chongqing--Three Gorges (B.L.D.)
Fly to the mountain city Chongqing in the morning, the birthplace of ancient Ba and Yu culture with the history of 3,000 years. Upon arrival visit the Panda House. After dinner board the deluxe Yangtze River cruiser and start your venture tour on the Yangtze River. With a rich Chinese cultural heritage of thousands of years, the Three Gorges is not only a picturesque natural gallery, but also a spectacular treasure house.
Day 9
Three Gorges (B.L.D.)
The cruiser sails downstream. Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City, located on the north bank of the Yangtze River. A series of temples have been built here, each representing different aspects of hell according to Taoist belief. The temples are dominated by statues, frescos and carvings of the ghosts and devils who are believed to govern Taoist hell. Locals gather here to pray for a good afterlife and re-incarnation in their next life.
Day 10
Three Gorges (B.L.D.)
Transfer to smaller boats to see the Shennongxi Stream. Then the cruiser will pass Badong, Zigui, and sail into the Xiling Gorge, which is renowned for being extremely perilous and is the longest one of the Three Gorges. The water is full of turbulent currents and whirlpools and dangerous shoals. The cruiser will pass the ship-lock of the Three Gorges Dam, and arrive at Sandouping in the evening.
Day 11
Three Gorges--Yichang Shanghai (B.L.D.)
In the morning, shore excursion to visit the Three Gorges Dam, the largest project of China. Arrive Yichang after lunch, and then fly to Shanghai-the largest commercial and financial center of China.
Enjoy dinner after arrival in Shanghai.
Day 12
Shanghai (B.L.D.)
Visit the Yuyuan Garden and the Old God`s Temple in the morning. Stroll the Nanjing Road and the Bund (Wai Tan) waterfront area, a sweeping area along the Huangpu River, which used to be foreign concessions and now is the symbol of modern Shanghai. Here is the best place to capture the western influence.
Day 13
Shanghai Hometown (B.)
Tour guide will transfer you to the airport to return to your home sweet home.
Price Includes:
International airfare .SFO/LAX-Beijing, Shanghai-SFO/LAX. If you can`t depart or return with the tour group, then a $50 service fee will be charged per person and airfare difference may also apply.
All the transportation services in China (Land, Air, Water).
First class hotels in China (based on double occupancy).
Daily meals listed on the itinerary (American and Chinese combination breakfast, Chinese lunch and dinner).
All luggage transfer service between airports and hotels in China.
English speaking tour guide in China.
Admissions to all scenic destinations listed in the itinerary.