Magical China & the Yangtze River with Hong Kong

Magical China & the Yangtze River with Hong Kong 2013 / 2014

14 days from Beijing to Hong Kong

Discover China’s ancient history and fascinating culture on this delightful China river cruise. Sightseeing with a Local Guide shows you the highlights in Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai, with inside visits that include the Forbidden City, Imperial Palace, Great Wall, Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs, the Terracotta Warriors, Dayan Pagoda, the Bund, and Yu Yuan Gardens. Enjoy an acrobatic show, participate in a calligraphy class, visit lacquer and cloisonné workshops, and attend a noodle-making demonstration. You’ll also tour the ancient Hutongs by rickshaw and visit a silk factory. Enjoy a performance of the Peking Opera, “The Tang Dynasty” dinner show, and an authentic Peking Duck dinner.

On your 3-night river cruise along the majestic Yangtze, see the impressive Three Gorges Dam site. Fly to Hong Kong for three overnights that include a cable car ride up Victoria Peak for panoramic views. Drive by Repulse Bay, a popular beach area, then to the Aberdeen fishing village for a sampan ride on the harbor. Free time on your own gives you a chance to explore the many markets, taste some authentic Chinese food, listen to the sounds of the city, or take an optional excursion. It’s a memorable vacation sure to leave you with many photos and stories to share back home.

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Highlights & Sightseeing

Cruise:
Deluxe 3-night cruise from Chongqing to Yichang in a Deluxe Stateroom with two lower beds, private facilities, and balcony

Beijing:
Sightseeing with a Local Guide including headsets; visit the Forbidden City, Imperial Palace, Tian’anmen Square, Summer Palace, Great Wall, cloisonné workshop, and Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs; Peking Duck welcome dinner; Peking Opera performance; Hutong tour by rickshaw

Xi’an:
Enjoy “The Tang Dynasty” dinner show; sightseeing with a Local Guide including headsets; visit the Terracotta Warriors, a lacquer workshop, and Dayan Pagoda; noodle-making demonstration; calligraphy class

Chongqing:
Visit a local zoo to see pandas; begin your Yangtze cruise aboard the Century Paragon

Shibaozhai:
Walking tour

Shennong Stream:
Boat excursion down one of the Yangtze’s lesser gorges including sampan ride

Three Gorges Dam Site:
Sightseeing of the impressive dam site with a Local Guide

Shanghai:
Sightseeing with a Local Guide including headsets; visit the Bund, Yu Yuan Gardens, a silk factory, and the Shanghai Museum; attend an acrobatic show

Hong Kong:
Sightseeing with a Local Guide; cable-car ride up Victoria Peak; sampan ride on harbor; visit Stanley Market; Host
service during your stay

Meals

B: American breakfast daily L: 8 lunches D: 8 dinners including a Peking Duck welcome dinner in Beijing and a farewell dinner in Shanghai

Hotels

Beijing China World Hotel (D), Xi’an Golden Flower by Shangri-La (SF), Yangtze Cruise Century Paragon, Shanghai Fairmont Peace Hotel (D); Hong Kong Harbour Grand Kowloon (harborview room) (D)

  • Indoor Swimming Pool

  • Modern comfort and elegant design

  • Non-smoking interior

  • Cinema room

  • English Speaking Crew

  • Included shore excursions with Local Guide.

  • Headsets for all sightseeing in Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai.

It's about you. You are the reason we've used our 80-plus years of travel expertise to design the very best small-ship cruising experience. Inspired by you, we've taken everything special about small-ship cruising and made it even better. Here are some of the features and amenities you'll experience with Avalon.

  • Modern comfort and elegant design.
  • Unique cultural experiences.
  • Reserved seating for evening entertainment.
  • Dinner features á la carte menu.
  • Complimentary regional wines at dinner.
  • Beer or soft drinks free with dinner.
  • Maintain your routine in the fitness center.
  • Modern bathrooms with bathtub and shower.
  • Remarkable service.
  • English-speaking crew.
  • Included shore excursions with Local Guide.
  • Deluxe Stateroom with 266 sq. ft. of indoor living space.
  • Private balcony with additional 35 sq. ft. of living space.
  • Exclusive shore excursions for Avalon passengers with Local Guide.
  • Headsets for all sightseeing in Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai.
  • Complimentary coffee and tea all day in the> VIP restaurant.
  • All meals in VIP restaurant (excludes Captains farewell banquet).
  • Breakfast and Lunch buffets featuring Western & Chinese cuisine.
  • Captain's farewell Chinese banquet in the main dining room.
  • Dinner in VIP restaurant with your choice of a buffet featuring Western and Chinese cuisine or an a la carte menu.
  • And, much more.

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