Imperial Heritage & Yangtze River Odyssey
Journey Through Ancient Capitals and Natural Wonders
Day 1: Beijing Arrival - Gateway to Imperial China
Airport Transfer & Hotel Check-in
Arrive in Beijing, China's historic capital. Your personal guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy free time to rest and acclimate to this magnificent city.
Accommodation: Citadines Ritan Service Apartment ★★★★
Meals: No meals included
Day 2: Beijing's Imperial Heart - Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City Exploration, Temple of Heaven Visit
[09:00-12:30] Begin at Tiananmen Square, the world's largest public square, then enter the magnificent Forbidden City - the world's largest and most complete imperial palace complex.
[12:30-14:00] Authentic Chinese lunch at a local restaurant.
[14:00-16:30] Visit the Temple of Heaven, where emperors prayed for good harvests, representing China's finest sacrificial architecture.
[16:30-17:30] Return to hotel with optional evening plans including Peking Duck dinner.
Accommodation: Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing ★★★★
Day 3: Great Wall Majesty & Imperial Gardens
Summer Palace, Mutianyu Great Wall, Olympic Park Exterior
[08:00-12:30] Visit the Summer Palace, China's best-preserved imperial garden with included Kunming Lake boat ride, then proceed to Mutianyu Great Wall.
[12:30-13:30] Lunch at Xiaolongpu Restaurant featuring vegetarian specialties.
[13:30-17:30] Explore Mutianyu Great Wall with cable car option, then visit the exterior of Bird Nest and Water Cube at Olympic Park.
[17:30-18:30] Return to hotel with evening activity suggestions.
Day 4: Mountain City Charm - Beijing to Chongqing
Flight to Chongqing, Eling Park, People's Great Hall, Cruise Embarkation
Morning at leisure before flying to Chongqing. Visit Eling Park with its Suzhou-style gardens and Kansheng Tower for breathtaking Yangtze River views. Explore Chongqing People's Great Hall before boarding your Victoria cruise ship for evening departure.
Cruise: Victoria Cruise ★★★★★
Day 5: Yangtze River Mystique - Ghost City & National Park
Fengdu Shuanguishan National Park, Optional Ghost City, Captain's Reception
Morning shore excursion to Fengdu Shuanguishan National Park with optional Fengdu Ghost City visit. Enjoy Tai Chi practice, buffet meals, and evening Captain's Welcome Reception. Optional "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" show.
Note: Itinerary subject to river conditions and cruise schedule changes.
Day 6: Three Gorges Spectacular - White Emperor City & Goddess Stream
White Emperor City, Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge, Goddess Stream Boat Excursion
Optional morning excursion to White Emperor City, then sail through dramatic Qutang Gorge and scenic Wu Gorge. Afternoon boat excursion to Goddess Stream through deep valleys and forest-covered mountains. Evening Captain's Farewell Banquet.
Day 7: Engineering Marvel - Three Gorges Dam to Shanghai
Three Gorges Dam Site, High-Speed Train to Shanghai
Disembark at Maoping for Three Gorges Dam site tour. After lunch, take high-speed train (approximately 7.5 hours) to Shanghai with guide meeting service upon arrival.
Accommodation: SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund ★★★★
Day 8: Shanghai Contrasts - Ancient Temples & Modern Skylines
Jade Buddha Temple, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Yuyuan Garden, The Bund
[09:30-12:30] Visit Jade Buddha Temple with its 1,000 kg jewel-encrusted Buddha and exterior of Oriental Pearl TV Tower.
[12:30-13:30] Local specialty lunch featuring Dim Sum and Steamed Buns.
[13:30-16:30] Explore classical Yuyuan Garden, shop at Shanghai Old Street and Nanjing Road, then walk along The Bund's architectural gallery.
[16:30-17:30] Return to hotel with optional ERA Acrobatic Show evening entertainment.
Day 9: Shanghai Departure - End of Journey
Airport Transfer with Maglev Train Option
Free morning before airport transfer. Optional Maglev train experience to Pudong Airport or direct private transfer.
Service Ends