China, Tibet & the Yangtze
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- Embark on a three-night cruise on the Yangtze River aboard all-balcony Sanctuary 'Yangzi Explorer'
- Discover Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet's spiritual capital
- Visit the less-crowded and well-preserved Mutianyu section of the Great Wall
- Enjoy a private tour with an on-site archaeologist at the Terra Cotta Warriors exhibit
- Visit the Panda Research Center, where you learn about China's unofficial national symbol in its natural habitat
- Experience the narrow winding lanes and courtyard residences of a traditional hutong
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With luxurious staterooms and public areas, expert onboard guides and a peerless staff and crew, ‘Yangzi Explorer’ is ideal for cruising the mighty Yangtze. Yangzi Explorer’s’ spacious and elegant staterooms range from a roomy Deluxe Cabin — at 333 square feet, the largest cabin of its kind on the river — to the palatial Imperial and Celestial suites at 1,183 square feet. Some suites feature a private sun deck/balcony, king-size bed and separate lounge with panoramic views. All cabins and suites include private balconies with al fresco sitting area, private bathroom, minibar, air conditioning and flat-screen TV.
38 deluxe cabins, 20 suites and four specialty suites Private balcony in all cabins and suites Viewing lounge with bar International restaurant offering a wide array of menu options Double-decker theater area with bar Spa and beauty salon
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- If 91 days prior to departure or more cancellation fee is $500
- Is 90-61 days prior to departure cancellation fee is 20% of program price
- If 60-31 days prior to departure cancellation fee is 50% of program price
- If 30 days prior to departure or less cancellation fee is 100% of the program price
16 Breakfasts,13 Lunches and 9 Dinners
- Extend Your Journey | Enhance your journey with a pre-tour extension to Mongolia (5 days from $3,995) and a post-tour extension to Guilin & Hong Kong (4 days from $1,995).
Pre-Tour Extension: Mongolia, Days: 5 | From: TBA
Internal Air Routing: Ulaanbaatar/Gobi Desert/Ulaanbaatar/Beijing
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Day 1
Accommodation: Shangri-La Hotel Ulaanbaatar
Arrive in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, and transfer to your hotel.
Day 2
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Accommodation: Three Camel Lodge
Fly to the vast Gobi Desert, visit scenic mountain gorges lined with glaciers, and enjoy a welcome dinner.
Day 3
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Accommodation: Three Camel Lodge
Stop at Bayan Zag, where dinosaur egg fossils were found amid the Flaming Cliffs. Visit a camel-breeding family and ride a Bactrian camel.
Day 4
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Shangri-La Hotel Ulaanbaatar
Return to Ulaanbaatar. Tour Gandan Monastery and visit Zanabazar Fine Art Museum and Sukhbaatar Square.
Day 5
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, fly to Beijing, China.
Post-Tour Extension: Guilin & Hong Kong, Days: 4 | From: TBA
Internal Air Routing: Shanghai/Guilin/Hong Kong
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Day 1
Accommodation: Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin
Fly from Shanghai to Guilin and transfer to your hotel. Visit Reed Flute Cave, Fubo Hill and Elephant Trunk Hill.
Day 2
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Accommodation: The Peninsula Hong Kong
Enjoy bamboo rafting from Yangdi to Xingping, transfer to Yangshuo, ride a bicycle or golf cart in the country. Fly to Hong Kong.
Day 3
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: The Peninsula Hong Kong
Depart for Sheung Wan, visit a local herbal medicine market and Man Mo Temple. Ride a sampan to a floating village in Aberdeen. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner with fellow guests.
Day 4
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and depart.
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