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Majestic Yangtze


Majestic Yangtze

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$3,545*

Majestic Yangtze

Luxuriate in comfort and travel in style.

Travel with like minded people. Small Groups has a maximum of just 12 travellers, this means you have the opportunity to make new friends on tour as well as in the destination. Travel of this type also allows you time to savour the wonderful cultural experiences you will have at a more relaxed pace and you can escape off the beaten track whilst including all the major highlights with some unique sites and hidden treasures as well.

Inclusions
  • 11 nights in 4 star hotels
  • 4 nights 5 star Yangtze River Cruise
  • Domestic flights
  • Most meals
  • All transfers
  • Sightseeing

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Highlights

13 nights accommodation
Extensive sightseeing
All transfers
Most meals

Itinerary

Day 1: Beijing

Transfer to the International Hotel on arrival. 

 

Day 2: Beijing

Today visit the Temple of Heaven followed by Tiananmen Square and Gate. After lunch visit the spectacular Forbidden City. Enjoy a Peking duck dinner to welcome the group to China. (B,L,D)

 

Day 3: Beijing

Travel north to see the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China. It is one of the best preserved sections of the Great Wall. Also see the 798 Art Zone. (B,L,D)

 

Day 4: Beijing - Xian

A short excursion to see (but not enter) the Birds Nest and Water Cube, followed by the spectacular Summer Palace. It is UNESCO World Heritage and the beautiful gardens and lake are deemed a masterpiece of Chinese landscape design. Later fly to Xian and transfer to the Grand Nobel Hotel. (B,L,D)

 

Day 5: Xian

A tour highlight, visit the famous Terracotta Warriors. The site was discovered in 1974 and contains warriors, chariots, horses, officials, acrobats, strongmen and musicians. Tang Dynasty dumpling dinner and show. (B,L,D)

 

Day 6: Xian

Nansuo village is famous for an artist whose paintings describe daily life in rural China. Visit the Painter’s home and stroll through the village with its old earthen houses. Return to Xian and visit the Tang Art Museum followed by the Wild Goose Pagoda and Baxian Gong. (B,L,D)

 

Day 7: Xian - Wuhan

Fly to Wuhan and transfer to Yichang. This evening join the 5 star Yangtze River cruise which sails at 9.00 pm. (B,L,D)

 

Day 8: Cruise - Three Gorge Dam site, ship locks, Xiling Gorge

Morning shore visit to the Three Gorges Dam site, the largest in the world. Later sail through the Three Gorges Dam ship locks and Xiling Gorge; the largest and deepest of the Three Gorges. (B,L,D)

 

Day 9: Cruise - Daning River (Small Gorges)

Morning excursion to Daning River (Small Gorges), which are narrower than the Three Gorges, but very impressive. Pass through the final two of the Three Gorges; Wu and Qutang Gorge. (B,L,D)

 

Day 10: Cruise - Fengdu

On shore excursion to Fengdu, visiting either the Ghost City, known for its statues of ghosts and devils, or the relocation village. (B,L,D)

 

Day 11: Chongqing - Chengdu

Disembarking in picturesque Chongqing at 09.00am. Later join the soft seat train to Chengdu. On arrival transfer to the Tibet Hotel (B,L,D)   

 

Day 12: Chengdu - Guilin

Visit the giant pandas at the Giant Panda Breeding and Research Centre. Later visit the Jinsha Ruins Museum. The ruins are one of the most important archaeological finds since the Terracotta warriors. Evening flight to Guilin and transfer to the Royal Garden Hotel (B,L,D)

 

Day 13: Guilin - Yangshuo

Join a cruise along the beautiful Li River, world-famous for its dramatic limestone karst scenery. Disembark in the afternoon and take a guided walk before checking in at the Green Lotus Hotel. This evening enjoy the Light Show, Liu Sanjie which uses the mountains and river as a stage with a staggering cast of 600  (B,L,D)  

 

Day 14: Yangshuo

A free day today to relax or explore. (B)  

 

Day 15: Yangshuo – Guilin

Transfer to Guilin and visit the Reed Flute Cave, Elephant Trunk Hill and Daxu old town en route. Check into the Royal Garden Hotel. (B,L,D)  

 

Day 16: Guilin

Free time until the transfer to Guilin airport. (B)

Prices & Tour Dates


Valid for travel selected dates Apr - Dec 11

Departures
2011: 17 Apr^; 29 May^; 19 Jun^; 10 Jul^; 21 Aug^; 11 Sep^; 9 Oct^; 30 Oct^; 19 Dec
2012: 13 Feb; 1 Apr^; 22 Apr^; 20 May^; 17 Jun^

^Surcharge applies

Fares are per person in Australian dollars based on twin occupancy*. Please contact your NRMA Travel consultant for a full range of fares and current availability.

Revised costing due to strong Australian dollar!

 Travel date Land only
 17 Apr; 11 Sep; 9, 30 Oct 11 $3,985
 29 May; 19 Jun; 10 Jul; 21 Aug 11 $3,798
 19 Dec 11 $3,545

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*Terms & Conditions

  • All fares are Australian dollars inclusive of GST, per person twin share, subject to change & availability
  • Advertised Member prices are for NRMA Members only
  • ^Surcharge applies
  • Valid for travel selected dates Feb 11 – Jun 12
  • Maximum group number is between 12. A valid Membership number must be stated at time of booking
  • A non-refundable deposit of $300 per person is required at the time of booking. This amount is based upon the itinerary and travel date chosen
  • Full payment required 60 days prior to travel
  • For departures within 60 days of departure, full payment is due at time of booking. New bookings can not be taken within 28 days of departure as unused hotel allocations will have been released
  • Minimum age is 16 years, travelling with a parent or legal guardian
  • Tours will operate once there is one 'twin share' booking, otherwise the tour date may be subject to cancellation but a minimum of 60 days notice will be given before departure
  • Credit card fees apply
  • International airfares are not included in price
  • Government fees and levies  included
  • Your tour is escorted by English speaking Local Guides throughout, and a dedicated Tour Leader once there are 6 or more people travelling
  • Passengers over the age of 70 will require a 'Medical Certificate' from their doctor to travel
  • Fares correct as at 28 Mar 11 and may fluctuate due to changes in charges, taxes, fuel surcharges and currency
  • Valid for new bookings only, not combinable with any other discount or offer
  • Cancellation fees apply
  • To be read in conjunction with suppliers terms and conditions, a copy of which can be obtained from your NRMA Travel Consultant 
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