Day 01 arrive in Beijing ( D )

Lama Temple

Introduction :

Arrive at Beijing. You will be greeted by our excellent local English-speaking guide and transferred to hotel. In the afternoon, you will visit the Lama Palace (Yong He Gong) built in 1694. It is the largest Buddhist temple in China and one of the best places for exploring Chinese religious culture.

Accommodation :

Stay in Beijing 4-star hotel

Day 02 Beijing (B. L. D)

Great Wall

Introduction :

Half day excursion to the China Great Wall, one of the greatest wonders of the world, was listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO in 1987. Just like a gigantic dragon, the Great Wall stretches approximately 8,851.8 kilometers (5,500 miles) from east to west of China. Then you will Visit the Summer Palace, a fantastic place for visitors to admire the peaceful landscapes and magnificent architectures of the royal garden in China.

Accommodation :

Stay in Beijing 4-star hotel

Day 03 Beijing - Luoyang (B. L)

Temple of Heaven

Introduction :

This morning, you can walk along the famous Tiananmen Square - the largest square in the world, and reach the Forbidden City, the imperial palace for 24 Emperors between 1420 and 1911. In the afternoon, have a tour to Temple of Heaven. It was built by emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven for good harvest. Then take train T151(13:47 pm - 22:39 pm) to Luoyang. Arrive in Luoyang at night and our professional English-speaking guide will pick you up at the platform of the railway station.

Accommodation :

Stay in Luoyang 4-star hotel

Day 04 Luoyang (B. L. D)

Shaolin Temple

Introduction :

Visit Shaolinsi Temple, reputed to be 'the Number One Temple under Heaven', and is included on UNESCO's World Heritage list in 2010 and enjoy an amazing Kungfu show by the way. On the way back you will visit the local family, which is a good chance to contact with local people and know their life style.

Accommodation :

Stay in Luoyang 4-star hotel

Day 05 Luoyang - Xi'an (B. L. D)

Longmen Grottoes

Introduction :

Have a visit in Luoyang Dragon Gate Grottoes (Longmen Grottoes), located 12 Km south of Luoyang. The grottos are among the greatest treasure troves of ancient stone carving in China, together with Dunhuang in the north-west province of Gansu and Yungang in the Shanxi Province and go to Xi'an by train G2005 (14:18 pm - 15:56 pm) which is one of the fastest train in the world. The excellent English-speaking guide will pick you up at the platform of railway station and help you to check in hotel.

Accommodation :

Stay in Xi'an 4-star hotel

Day 06 Xi'an (B. L. D)

Terracotta Army

Introduction :

Today you'll be guided to visit the renowned Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, which was acclaimed to be the eighth wonder of the world; In the afternoon you will go to visit the North Square of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. The design of the whole square emphasizes the big wild goose pagoda and culture of Tang dynasty and also integrates both traditional and modern elements.

Accommodation :

Stay in Xi'an 4-star hotel

Day 08 Xi'an - Chongqing (B. L. D)

Gaint Panda

Introduction :

Take the flight to Chongqing in the morning and meet our English-speaking guide at the airport. Today your schedule is arranged to visit Panda House of Chongqing Zoo and Ciqikou Ancient City. Ciqikou Ancient City can date back to the late Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), and now has been partly restored, and remains an authentic and busy community. You will enjoy an Chinese tea performances in this ancient town. Then go to the Eling Park, also known as "courteous park", with special plant species and a newly built tower (Liangjiang Pavilion) providing the view of the entire city. After dinner, you will embark.

Accommodation :

M.S. Blue Whale / M.S. Yangtze Angel / M.S. Sunshine China

Day 09 The Three Gorges Cruise Tour (B. L. D)

Ghost Cityl

Introduction :

Today you will take shore excursion to Fengdu, the "Ghost City”or Shibaozhai, is where the devil lives, according to Chinese legend. It is said that spirits go to heaven, and evil goes to Fengdu. The town is the home the King of the Dead. The whole place has an eerie feel to it with deserted streets, tower blocks, empty shops and banks. The only people here are those who make a living from visiting cruise boats.

Accommodation :

M.S. Blue Whale / M.S. Yangtze Angel / M.S. Sunshine China

Day 11 Yichang - Shanghai (B. L. D)

Introduction :

Shore excursion to the Three Gorges dam, which is the largest water conservancy project ever undertaken by man. The whole construction has been competed in 2009. It is 2,335 meters long, 185 meters high, 18 meters wide on the top and 130 meters wide at the bottom. Set sail, passing through Xiling Gorge. Disembark as Peach Lossom pier in Yichang at 11:30.  Take the flight to Shanghai, and greeted by our excellent English-speaking guide at the airport. Shanghai is the largest and most cosmopolitan city in the world.

Accommodation :

Stay in deluxe 4-star hotel

Day 12 Shanghai (B. L. D)

Yuyuan Garden

Introduction :

In the morning, you will be guide to visit Yuyuan Garden, the most typical Chinese traditional garden built in 1709. In the garden, you can appreciate quintessential Chinese zigzag bridges, rockeries, and pavilions; the Longhua Temple, which is the oldest and largest as well as most active Buddhist temple in Shanghai. It is especially famous for its 10th-century, seven-story octagonal pagoda. Then walking along the Old Town, where you can find everything from popular local snacks and food, crafts, antiques and souvenirs to coffee shops, teahouses and some great restaurants. To end this day, you will watch a thrilling show (optional) - the Shanghai Acrobats.

Accommodation :

Stay in deluxe 4-star hotel

Day 13 Shanghai - Hometown ( B )

Introduction :

With new insights and found memories of China, you will be transferred to the airport according to your select airline, and our English-speaking guide would help you to board your homeward flight. Your unforgettable China tour ends here.