Grand China and the Yangtze

Yichang to Chongqing

River/Canal Cruising | 19 Nights

Experience the best of China from its bustling cities to its breathtaking natural splendors in one grand journey

Top▲Highlights

This amazing 20-day tour takes you from grand cities to the far reaches of China’s dramatic countryside. Visit the imperial city, Beijing, where history is all around you from the Forbidden City to Tiananmen Square. Enjoy the splendors of Shanghai and marvel at a performance of its world-famous acrobats. See the natural wonders of the gorge-carved Yangtze and the man-made wonders of the Great Wall, the Dazu Rock Carvings, and the Terra Cotta Warriors. Visit a tea farm; see an opera; gaze at giant pandas; and enjoy local musicians and dancers in Suzhou.

Discover the mighty Yangtze, Guilin’s awe-inspiring landscape and Hong Kong

Cruise down the Yangtze River where you’ll see the Three Gorges with their sharp, cloud-enshrouded peaks. Marvel at awe-inspiring landscape as you cruise along the Li River, and visit Guilin’s Reed Flute Cave, a dripstone cave boasting stalactites and stalagmites in dazzling colors. Cap your grand adventure off with a visit to the great city of Hong Kong. Great natural wonders, scenic beauty, imperial splendor, and ancient history come together in this never-to-be-forgotten journey.

Note: Substitute visits to other sights along the Yangtze River may occur depending on water levels or other uncontrollable factors.

Top▲Itinerary

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Top▲Dates & Prices

Seasonality

March to October

No sailings available in July.

Prices are per person, cruise/land only, based on double occupancy.

Ship subject to change

This example may be available on other dates or with different itineraries. We will gladly research other options for you! Special savings may be available for groups of 6 or more. Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, for standard and/or inside stateroom unless stated otherwise, are capacity controlled and are subject to availability. Fare is shown in US dollars unless otherwise stated. Government Fees and Taxes are additional. Refer to appropriate supplier brochure for terms and conditions. Pricing for Singles, 3rd, 4th or 5th guests if available, will be provided upon request and is subject to stateroom category availability. Unless specified, airfare is not included. Full details of airfare offers will be provided upon request and may vary by departure location. Prices vary by date of travel, were available when written, but are subject to restrictions and availability when booked, and may be withdrawn at any time. Offer not combinable with other promotions or discount offers. FST #ST37451 / CST #2092247-50 / WST #602-708-936

Top▲What's Included

• All domestic flights within China
• 4-night Yangtze River cruise in a riverview stateroom with a private balcony onboard the Victoria Anna
• 14 nights in deluxe hotels with buffet breakfast
• Captain’s Welcome Reception and Farewell Dinner onboard the ship
• 18 buffet breakfasts, 16 lunches and 15 dinners
• Captivating, fully escorted tours with English-speaking local guides
• Exciting evening entertainment
• Services of an experienced Uniworld Tour Manager
• All transportation on tours
• All transfers on arrival and departure days

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  Day 3 - Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and Temple of Heaven (Beijing)

  Beijing is home to many of the sights that make China a must-see destination—the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Temple of Heaven—all of which you will see. Be treated to a relaxing foot massage and, in the evening, savor a succulent Peking Duck feast.

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  Day 4 - The Great Wall, Ming Tombs, and the Beijing Opera (Beijing)

  You’ll walk along the Great Wall—a not-to-be-missed experience. Afterward, visit the lavish and historic Ming Tombs and, in the evening, enjoy a historic Beijing Opera performance.

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  Day 5 - Summer Palace, Hutongs tour, and Shichahai Lake (Beijing)

  Your tour takes you to one of China’s best-preserved imperial gardens at the Summer Palace. Later, take a rickshaw tour of the Hutongs in the old residential area of Beijing. In the evening, enjoy a cruise tour on Shichahai Lake.

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  Day 6 - Welcome ceremony and dumpling dinner (Xi'an)

  You’ll be greeted by a Royal Welcome Ceremony held just for you at the city gate. Be treated to a spectacular dumpling dinner.

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  Day 7 - Terra Cotta Warriors and Tang Dynasty dinner performance (Xi'an)

  Visit the iconic, life-sized Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses guarding the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China. In the evening, join us for a Tang Dynasty dinner and cultural show.

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  Day 8 - Tongli tour and evening performance in Suzhou (Tongli)

  Visit Tongli with its narrow streets, elegant homes, and teahouses.

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  Day 9 - Garden tour and Embroidery Institute visit (Suzhou)

  Tour the Humble Administrator Gardens, a splendid example of Suzhou’s famous gardens and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Embroidery Institute.

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  Day 10 - Shanghai city tour and Shanghai Acrobats performance (Shanghai)

  Enjoy the many splendors of Shanghai including Old Town, the Bund, and an evening performance by the world-famous Shanghai Acrobats.

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  Day 11 - Oriental Pearl TV Tower (Shanghai)

  Tour the Oriental Pearl TV Tower with its distinctive artistic spheres.

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  Day 12 - Three Gorges Dam (Three Gorges)

  Visit the Three Gorges Dam, and then sail the dramatic shoals and verdant cliffs of Xiling Gorge, the longest of the Three Gorges.

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  Day 13 - Lesser Gorges (Daning)

  Board a riverboat for a voyage down the enchanting Lesser Gorges of the Daning River or Shennong Stream.

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  Day 14 - Fengdu or Wanzhou (China)

  Visit the “Ghost City” of Fengdu or the port city of Wanzhou, depending on water levels.

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  Day 15 - Dazu Rock Carvings (Chongqing)

  Travel to Dazu to enjoy the Dazu Rock Carvings from the Tang, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. Marvel at the more than 50,000 Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian rock carvings.

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  Day 16 - Chongqing city tour and Chongqing Zoo (Chongqing)

  Enjoy a city tour and panda visit at the zoo

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  Day 17 - Yangshuo tour and Li River cruise (Guilin)

  Enjoy a half-day cruise down the Li River. Visit Yangshuo, a leading economic and cultural center since the Tang Dynasty.

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  Day 18 - Reed Flute Cave and Chinese tea farm (Guilin)

  Marvel at the distinctly colored stalactites and stalagmites in the Reed Flute Cave, and then visit a Chinese tea farm.

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  Day 19 - Half-day city tour (Hong Kong)

  Enjoy the best of the island—Victoria Peak, the Aberdeen Fishing Village, and Stanley Market.

Top▲Onboard Activities

Entertainment	Exciting evening entertainment

Top▲Vessel Information

Victoria Anna

Motor Ship (Riverboat) | 308 Passengers | Operated by Uniworld River Cruises, Inc.,

Designed for maximum comfort, flexibility and maneuverability, and with their special double-bottom hulls, the Victoria Anna offers travelers safe and smooth navigation.

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