Exquisite China – A Signature Journey

Tour Highlights

• Stand in the heart of history at Beijing's iconic Tiananmen Square
• Walk the legendary Great Wall, where ancient empires once watched the horizon
• Savour a leisurely day discovering the rhythm and elegance of modern Shanghai
• Come face to face with the timeless Terracotta Warriors of Xi'an
• Wander through Chengdu's Kuanzhai Alley, where tradition lingers in every stone
• Glide across tranquil waters to the majestic Leshan Giant Buddha, carved over a thousand years ago
• Visit Bao Guo Temple on sacred Mount Emei, a sanctuary of serenity above the clouds
• Discover the old town of Lijiang, framed by snow-capped peaks and timeless charm

Itinerary at a Glance

1. Day 1: Australia (or New Zealand) – Beijing, China — Today, your journey begins as you depart Australia (or New Zealand), crossing oceans and time zones toward the heart of China — Beijing, a city where history and modern life exist in perfect harmony.
2. Day 2: Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City (or Temple of Heaven) — After breakfast this morning, you'll visit Tiananmen Square, one of the largest and most symbolic public squares in the world. Vast and awe-inspiring, it feels like the very heartbeat of the nation, w
3. Day 3: Great Wall of China — After breakfast, the day begins with a journey into one of China's most treasured symbols — jade. At a jade museum, you'll learn about the history of this sacred stone and watch skilled artisans bring
4. Day 4: Beijing – Xi'an (High-Speed Train) — After breakfast, the morning begins with a gentle introduction to China's ancient wisdom at a traditional Chinese health centre. Here, you'll learn about the philosophy of balance and harmony through
5. Day 5: Terracotta Warriors & Horses — Today's journey reaches a breathtaking peak with a visit to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. Discovered beneath the earth near Xi'an, this extraordinary army of thousands of life-size warrio
6. Day 6: Xi'an – Chengdu (High-Speed Train) — Today, you'll transfer to Xi'an Railway Station and board a sleek high-speed train, gliding smoothly across changing landscapes as you journey to Chengdu in around four hours. Chengdu, the capital of
7. Day 7: Chengdu – Leshan Giant Buddha – Emeishan — After breakfast, step into a world of gentle charm and quiet wonder at the Giant Panda Breeding & Research Base of Chengdu, where China's most beloved national treasure lives in harmony with nature. S
8. Day 8: Emeishan – Chengdu – Lijiang — This morning, enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery in China as you walk through the Emeishan area. This is your chance to visit Bao Guo Temple, the largest temple at Emei Mountain and the centre o
9. Day 9: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain — Today offers a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in some of China's most wild, poetic and untouched alpine scenery on a full-day exploration of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain — a place where clouds drif
10. Day 10: Lijiang – Changsha — Today you'll transfer to Lijiang airport for an approximately 2-hour domestic flight to Changsha. This is the capital of central China's Hunan province and is a large city with a history dating to the
11. Day 11: Changsha – Zhangjiajie — If the floating Hallelujah Mountains in Avatar once stirred your imagination, today promises a moment of awe as you encounter their real-life inspiration in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. China's f
12. Day 12: Zhangjiajie Free Day — Today you'll enjoy the day at leisure or have the opportunity to join an optional full-day tour to Yuanjiajie Scenic Area. The optional activity includes return rides on the Bailong Elevator, confirme
13. Day 13: Zhangjiajie – Yichang (Cruise Embarkation) — After breakfast this morning, enjoy a coach transfer to Yichang. Lunch will be provided. Upon arrival in Yichang, transfer to the pier to embark on the elegant Century Golden No.3. A light dinner will
14. Day 14: Three Gorges Dam — Awake to the gentle rhythm of the river and begin your day with a leisurely buffet breakfast, as morning light dances across the waters of the Yangtze. Late morning offers the freedom to linger onboar
15. Day 15: Wushan – White Emperor City (Fengjie) — The ship glides into the legendary Wu Gorge, where towering stone walls and drifting clouds create one of the most poetic scenes along the Yangtze. Optional extensions lead into the intimate waterways
16. Day 16: Shibaozhai – Fengdu Ghost City — Begin with a leisurely buffet breakfast as the river drifts quietly past. At midday, enjoy a relaxed buffet lunch onboard. In the afternoon, step ashore for an evocative visit to Fengdu Ghost City, a
17. Day 17: Chongqing – Shanghai — After breakfast, you'll disembark your cruise in Chongqing and transfer to Chongqing airport for your onward flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, a tour representative will meet you at Shanghai airport a
18. Day 18: Shanghai Sightseeing — After breakfast, step out on a half-day exploration of Shanghai, where old soul and modern rhythm meet in perfect balance. Wander through the elegant lanes of Xintiandi, stroll into the historic charm
19. Day 19: Shanghai – Australia (or New Zealand) — Today you will transfer to Shanghai airport for your return flight back to Australia (or New Zealand). Standard check-out time is 12:00 and luggage storage is available at the front desk for those wit
20. Day 20: Arrive Australia (or New Zealand) — Welcome home after an unforgettable 21-day journey through China's timeless soul.

What's Included

• Return international full-service flights (economy class), surcharges may apply
• 3 internal flights within China
• 14 nights of 4-star hotel accommodation
• Beijing: Beijing Friendship Hotel or similar
• Xi'an: Metropark Huanyu Hotel or similar
• Chengdu: Mercure Hotel Chunxi or similar
• Emeishan: Hua Sheng Hotel or similar
• Lijiang: Xianghe No.1 Holiday Hotel or similar
• Changsha: Ramada Plaza Hotel or similar
• Zhangjiajie: Best Western Plus Zhangjiajie or similar
• Yichang: Yichang Riverside No.1 Hotel or similar
• Yangtze Cruise: China Goddess No.2 or similar
• Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao West or similar
• 18 breakfasts
• 5 lunches including traditional Peking Duck lunch
• 5 dinners including all while cruising and Captain's Farewell banquet dinner
• Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicles
• 2 high-speed rail journeys
• Return airport and cruise port transfers