Arrive in Shanghai, the bustling commercial heart of China, known as “Paris of the East”. Meet your guide on arrival and be transferred to your comfortable hotel. (D)

Visit the Bund, at the west shore of the Huangpu River, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and the Jin Mao Tower can be seen on the opposite side. The splendid row of early 20th century Europe buildings remains the quintessential Shanghai sight. Visit fascinating Yuyuan Garden, a well-restored Suzhou-style garden, and take a walk through the Old Town filled with antique markets and specialty stores. Then, visit to the marvelous Shanghai Museum, a leading attraction of the city since it opened in 1994, containing some priceless collections of paintings, porcelains and bronzes. Enjoy a fabulous Acrobatic Show in the evening. (B-L-D)

After breakfast, the ship will cruise through Wu Gorge, which is the most beautiful section of the Yangtze River, flanked by high peaks that are often capped by fog or clouds. Around 09:00am-13:00pm, sight-seeing the Lesser Three Gorges – Longmen Gorge, Bawu Gorge and Dicui Gorge on the Daning River, a tributary of Yangtze River. Clean water, lush trees, pheasants, mallards and ancient hanging coffins are highlights. After lunch, the cruise will enter Qutang Gorge, 8km long, which is the last (most up stream) and shortest of the gorges, quite spectacular. Enjoy the Singing & Dancing Party in the evening. (B-L-D)

After exercising Chinese Taiji, around 08:00am-11:00am, you will disembark to visit the city of Fengdu, popularly known as the “city of ghost”, on the south bank of the river. In the afternoon, enjoy the performance of Chinese calligraphy and sculpture on the cruise ship. Enjoy a Farewell Dinner and Party in the evening. (B-L-D)

(Attention: The above Yangtze River Cruise itineraries & times are subject to be changed according to the climate factors, river conditions and restriction by the local authority.)

Begin the day’s activity with a visit to Tian’anmen Square, the largest urban square in the world. Then, move on to the Imperial Palace, also known as the “Forbidden City”, the biggest palace complex in the world. In the afternoon, visit the enchanting Summer Palace, one of China’s largest and best-preserved royal gardens, where you can have a walk along the famous Long Corridor. A Peking Duck Dinner concludes your first full day’s activities in Beijing. (B-L-D)

High Season: Apr., May, Sep., Oct., 1st Nov.-15th Nov
Shoulder Season: Mar., July, June, Aug., 16th Nov.-30th Nov
Low Season: Dec., Jan., Feb