From $4,058 - 14 Days, Fully Inclusive from selected Australian cities
As the name suggests, this tour is designed for the first-time visitor to experience the majestic Yangtze River. Discover for yourself the incredible gorges, mountain villages and breathtaking scenery. Be fascinated by the Three Gorges Dam project; this amazing feat of engineering needs to be seen to be believed.
You will gain insight into historical Xian and experience modern day China in the vibrant city of Shanghai. Discover China’s capital Beijing, renowned for its opulent palaces and temples. With a history dating back thousands of years, you will be enthralled! Sample the local delicacy, ‘Peking Duck’, see the delightful Giant Pandas, witness Tang Dynasty dancing and be amazed at the skills of performers during Beijing’s acrobatic show.
From the quiet waters of the Yangtze River to bustling city life, discover these gems of China for yourself.
Enjoy a full-day tour to explore this cosmopolitan city. See the antiques and fine arts at Shanghai Museum. Visit the Yu Gardens and the Old Town, stroll along the famous Bund and explore the Xintiandi area with its 1920s-style ‘shikumen’ buildings unique to Shanghai. This evening cruise along the stunning Huangpu River before feasting on sumptuous Shanghai cuisine.
DAY 3: SHANGHAI TO YICHANG - YANGTZE RIVER
This morning you will visit the Pudong area before flying to Yichang. Upon arrival board your Yangtze River cruise for the next four nights.
DAYS 4-6: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE
Tour the Three Gorges Dam before commencing your cruise along the Yangtze River. You will pass through spectacular scenery and take shore excursions to explore the tranquil landscapes.
DAY 7: CHONGQING TO CHENGDU
Disembark your cruise in Chongqing this morning and transfer to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, for an overnight stay.
DAY 8: CHENGDU TO XIAN
Visit the famous Panda Research Centre this morning to see these endearing animals being reared in surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. Later you will fly to the historic city of Xian. Feast on a traditional Shui Jiao Dumpling banquet this evening, a specialty of the region, whilst watching a performance of music and dance from the Tang Dynasty.
DAY 9: XIAN
Today you will explore one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th Century, the life-size Terracotta Warriors. You will also visit the ancient City Wall, one of the best preserved in all of China.
DAY 10: XIAN TO BEIJING
See the Little Wild Goose Pagoda and the Shaanxi Provincial Museum, stroll through the Muslim Quarter and explore the Islamic food markets. Later this afternoon fly to Beijing.
DAY 11: BEIJING
Stroll through the famous Tiananmen Square, passing Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum, visit the Forbidden City and wander through the Summer Palace. This evening you will watch an acrobatic show.
DAY 12: BEIJING
An often quoted saying in Beijing goes ‘you have not been to China until you have climbed the Great Wall’. Built over 2,000 years ago, it stretches all the way from the Shanhaiguan Pass on the east coast to the Gobi Desert in the west, more than 5,000km away. Walk along the wall, admire the panoramic views and reflect on the enormity of the material and labour required for its construction. This afternoon see the 15thcentury Temple of Heaven. Sample the local delicacy, ‘Peking Duck’, as your farewell dinner this evening.
DAY 13: DEPART BEIJING
This morning is free at your leisure before you are transferred to Beijing airport to board your overnight flight to Australia.
DAY 14: ARRIVE AUSTRALIA
Arrive home this morning.
Wendy Wu Tours Review:
"My husband and I have just returned from your Majestic Yangtze tour in China and I felt I had to tell you how very much we enjoyed this tour.
This was our first holiday overseas and we would repeat it again we were so impressed.
The whole tour went perfectly, the organisation and planning of the tour was amazing, we saw everything and your tour guide who travelled with us, her name was Judy, she needs a special mention, what a lovely lady she couldn’t do enough for us she made our tour very special, also all of the local guides were knowledgeable and told us much of the local history and were great company.
We would recommend this tour to anyone who asks, we found the tour just the right length and although most of us were tired by the time it finished we wouldn’t have changed anything. Thank you for a wonderful experience, when planning another tour we would consider your company first."
Wendy & Graeme Carlon, Western Australia - March 2011
Wendy Wu Tours Review:
"Dear Wendy Wu, I have just returned from the most remarkable 14 day tour of China organized by your company.
We had 28 in our group and I can’t believe that there wasn’t one problem in that 14 days, from being met in Shanghai airport when we arrived to checking into all the hotels, our 3 internal flights and the 3 day boat cruise. In quite a large group like that you would expect to encounter some problems, but our tour went off without a hitch. I am sure all of the credit of our trouble free tour must go to our National Tour Guide Li Jiang.
Li was with us from the first day we arrived until we left to come back to Australia. She is the most remarkable lady, the most beautiful smile and her knowledge of the cities we travelled to was fantastic. Even though we had local guides in each city, Li would give us information as well. I think Wendy Wu Tours should be very proud to be able to have people like Li representing your company and showing people around arguably the most amazing country in the world.
I will be recommending your tour company to any one I know who is thinking about China as their next holiday destination and Li as their National Guide."
Neville Brindley, Western Australia - October 2011
14 Days, Fully Inclusive Twin Share Departing Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth with Cathay Pacific (CX)
From Price Includes
Tour cost $3,680, Airline Fuel Surcharge $315 & Tipping $63 (Subject to change with Tipping payable on arrival in China. See Booking Conditions)
From $3,468 per person
14 Days, Fully Inclusive Twin Share Departing Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth with China Southern(CZ)
From Price Includes
Tour cost $3,180, Airline Fuel Surcharge $225 & Tipping $63 (Subject to change with Tipping payable on arrival in China. See Booking Conditions)
From $270
Single Hotel Supplement
From $380
Single Cruise cabin Supplement
From $2,786
Land Only (Shanghai to Beijing) includes Tipping
Tour Code
Depart Date
Return Date
Price AUD
2012
CMY1202
13-Mar
26-Mar
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1203
20-Mar
2-Apr
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1204
3-Apr
16-Apr
$4,253-CX
CMY1205
10-Apr
23-Apr
$4,253-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1206
17-Apr
30-Apr
$4,058-CX
CMY1208
24-Apr
7-May
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1210
1-May
14-May
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1212
8-May
21-May
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1214
15-May
28-May
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1216
22-May
4-Jun
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1218
29-May
11-Jun
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1220
5-Jun
18-Jun
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1222
19-Jun
2-Jul
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1224
24-Jul
6-Aug
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1226
7-Aug
20-Aug
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1228
14-Aug
27-Aug
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1230
21-Aug
3-Sep
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1232
28-Aug
10-Sep
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1234
4-Sep
17-Sep
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1236
8-Sep
21-Sep
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1238
11-Sep
24-Sep
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1240
15-Sep
28-Sep
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1242
18-Sep
1-Oct
$4,226-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1244
22-Sep
5-Oct
$4,226-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1246
25-Sep
8-Oct
$4,226-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1248
2-Oct
15-Oct
$4,226-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1250
9-Oct
22-Oct
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1252
16-Oct
29-Oct
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1254
23-Oct
5-Nov
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1256
30-Oct
12-Nov
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
CMY1258
6-Nov
19-Nov
$4,058-CX $3,468-CZ
Important Note:CX - Above prices include Fuel surcharges and tipping of $378 (correct as at Jan 2012 and subject to change). Please note the Tipping amount of USD63 is payable on arrival in China. CZ - Above prices include Fuel surcharges and tipping of $288 (correct as at Nov 2011 and subject to change). Please note the Tipping amount of USD63 is payable on arrival in China.
Some departure dates may utilise a vessel from the American Victoria Cruises and therefore an additional tipping amount of approximately US$22.50 per person, is payable onboard.
Though tatus 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.