From $5,319 - 28 Days, Fully Inclusive from selected Australian cities
Formerly known as Yangtze River Panorama, this journey showcases some of China’s most wonderful attractions. Discover the ancient sites of Beijing, Chengde and Xian. A visit to see Chengdu’s endangered Giant Pandas in Sichuan Province will delight everyone.
Cruise along the mighty Yangtze River; discover for yourself the dramatic gorges, majestic peaks, mountain villages, ancient temples and breathtaking scenery that illustrate a life unchanged for centuries.
The highlight for many will be the time spent in the amazing province of Yunnan, which features stunning natural scenery. China Encounters is a visual treat, full of unexpected surprises and many treasures waiting to be discovered.
Fly overnight with Singapore Airlines to Beijing for a two-night stay. Your welcome banquet includes a sample of the local delicacy, ‘Peking Duck’.
DAY 3: BEIJING
Take an exciting walk along the Great Wall and visit the 15th-century Temple of Heaven. This evening you will be entertained by a fascinating acrobatic show.
DAY 4: BEIJING TO CHENGDE
Travel by train to Chengde today. Your touring here includes a visit to the Imperial Mountain Villas and the exceptional temples built for Tibetan and Mongolian warlords.
DAY 5: CHENGDE TO BEIJING
Spend the morning visiting the temples of Puning and Puyou before returning to Beijing by train.
DAY 6: BEIJING TO XIAN
Today you will visit the famous Forbidden City, stroll through Tiananmen Square, passing Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum. Explore the Summer Palace before boarding your overnight sleeper train to Xian.
DAY 7: XIAN
Arrive in Xian this morning and visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda. This evening you will feast on a traditional Shui Jiao Dumpling banquet, a specialty of the region, whilst watching a performance of music and dance from the Tang Dynasty.
DAY 8: XIAN
Today you will visit the life-size Terracotta Warriors and the ancient City Wall.
DAY 9: XIAN TO WUHAN
Visit the Shaanxi Provincial Museum, walk through the lively Muslim Quarter and explore the Islamic food markets. This evening you will board your overnight sleeper train to Wuhan.
DAY 10: WUHAN TO YANGTZE RIVER
Arrive in Wuhan this morning where you will visit the Yellow Crane Tower and East Lake. From here, drive (approximately 4-5 hours) to Yichang, the boarding point of your Yangtze River cruise for the next four nights.
DAYS 11-13: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE
Tour the Three Gorges Dam before commencing your cruise along the Yangtze River. You will cruise through some of the most beautiful scenery in China and take shore excursions to explore the history and tranquil landscapes.
DAY 14: CHONGQING TO CHENGDU
Disembark in Chongqing this morning and drive to Chengdu where you will stroll around the local markets.
DAY 15: CHENGDU
Visit the Panda Research Centre to see these endearing animals being reared in surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. Later you will visit Mt. Qincheng, found in the dramatic and lush mountain forests of Sichuan Province, before feasting on a sumptuous Sichuan banquet.
DAY 16: CHENGDU TO KUNMING
Today you will board your overnight sleeper train to Kunming.
DAY 17: KUNMING
Arrive in Kunming this morning and visit the Flower Market. Sample ‘Across the Bridge Noodles’, a specialty of the region, for dinner this evening.
DAY 18: KUNMING
Visit the picturesque Stone Forest today where vast limestone columns rise to form surreal shapes and images.
DAY 19: KUNMING TO LIJIANG
This morning you will fly to the city of Lijiang. Upon arrival you will visit the Black Dragon Pool and spend the afternoon exploring the cobblestone streets of the Old Quarter.
DAY 20: LIJIANG
Catch a chairlift to explore one of the meadows of the impressive Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and enjoy the amazing scenery. Later you will visit the Baisha Frescoes.
DAY 21: LIJIANG TO ZHONGDIAN
Travel to Zhongdian today, visiting Tiger Leaping Gorge en route.
DAY 22: ZHONGDIAN
Today you will visit the Baishui Terrace, where spring water cascades over layers of white limestone pools.
DAY 23: ZHONGDIAN
Enjoy a visit to Napa Hai Lake and the Songshanlin Monastery, built by the 5th Dalai Lama over 300 years ago.
DAY 24: ZHONGDIAN TO DALI
Continue driving to Dali today. Visit the Ancient Quarter, Xizhou Village, the local market and an ancient courtyard home. See Bai women demonstrate their traditional tiedyeing technique in Zhoucheng Village.
DAY 25: DALI
Today you will visit the picturesque Three Pagodas and cruise on Erhai Lake. In the evening stroll down Foreigner’s Street and absorb the atmosphere at the local market stalls.
DAY 26: DALI TO KUNMING
Fly back to Kunming today for your final night in China.
DAY 27: DEPART KUNMING
This morning is free at your leisure before you are transferred to Kunming airport to board your overnight flight to Australia.
DAY 28: ARRIVE AUSTRALIA
Arrive home this morning.
Wendy Wu Tours Review:
"I have been back from this fabulous holiday for a couple of weeks now. My 3 travelling lady friends and I have some wonderful memories and so many photos of China. Our national guide was Emmanuel Tian (Manny) whom met us at the airport in Beijing and we all instantly got on very well. He is very knowledgable about all facts and every different place we visited. He made the trip most enjoyable with his good sense of humour and he had a knack for mixing with all different ages.
I really loved walking the Great Wall, and the Terracotta Warriors was a must to visit. While in Xian the four of us in our free time, went Tandem Bike riding on the wall. Have not done that for years!!! The small village of Jijiang was most enjoyable as we walked through the narrow streets to hunt down a bargain, and we did shop for our many friends and family members. The stone Forest was incredible. The list goes on, but site seeing just got better and better as we neared the Land of Shangri-la.
We were supposed to take an overnight train from Xian to Wuhan to connect for Yangtze River Cruise but because of weather conditions and an apparent landslide on tracks, we were taken back to hotel and transferred by Fast train to Wahan, which was so amazing. Good on you Manny and Wendy Wu Tours for your professionalism, dedication for making our trip even more wonderful. Our group of travelling buddies jelled together very well. We all took it in our stride. We had so many laughs. China has so many wonderful places to stay and visit. I will have to do another tour some day!!!
I would recommend this tour to anyone. It was so well organized. A special thanks to all the local guides and the many bus drivers we had. They were truly professional and caring in making our trip so amazing. Thanks again Manny. You are a credit to this company and I wish you well in the future."
28 Days, Fully Inclusive Twin Share Departing Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth with Singapore Airlines
From Price Includes
Tour cost $4,760, Airline Fuel Surcharge $464 & Tipping $95 (Subject to change with Tipping payable on arrival in China. See Booking Conditions)
From $610
Single Hotel Supplement
From $380
Single Cruise cabin Supplement
From $3,931
Land Only (Beijing to Kunming) includes Tipping
Tour Code
Depart Date
Return Date
Price AUD
2012
CYR1202
13-Mar
9-Apr
$5,319
CYR1206
10-Apr
7-May
$5,473
CYR1208
1-May
28-May
$5,319
CYR1212
15-May
11-Jun
$5,319
CYR1214
29-May
25-Jun
$5,319
CYR1216
10-Jul
6-Aug
$5,319
CYR1218
7-Aug
3-Sep
$5,319
CYR1220
21-Aug
17-Sep
$5,319
CYR1222
4-Sep
1-Oct
$5,319
CYR1224
18-Sep
15-Oct
$5,319
CYR1226
25-Sep
22-Oct
$5,319
CYR1228
16-Oct
12-Nov
$5,319
2013
CYR1302
12-Mar
8-Apr
$5,319
CYR1304
9-Apr
6-May
$5,319
CYR1306
30-Apr
27-May
$5,319
CYR1308
14-May
10-Jun
$5,319
Important Note: Above prices include Fuel surcharges and tipping of $559 (correct as at Feb 2012 and subject to change). Please note the Tipping amount of USD95 is payable on arrival in China.
Though status is regularly updated, availability above is indicative only, not live and hence does not guarantee that space is available on your selected tour when you or your agent calls Wendy Wu Tours to book. Booking early is the only way to ensure availability of your selected departure date.
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