Including return international flights, all accommodation with 4 nights aboard a ship cruising the Yangtze river, breakfast daily, bullet train experiences, in-depth sightseeing, and more.
Delve into the charms of China with a 14 day Classic China tour that includes a remarkable cruise along the Yangtze river.
Beijing is brimming with world-famous landmarks and an incredibly rich history; both of which you will discover as you stand in the centre of Tiananmen Square and tour the Forbidden City. Strap on your sturdiest walking shoes to tackle a section of the Great Wall of China and journey to Jinan to see the city’s top sights before winding up in Tai’an.
Feel inspired by the beauty of the West Lake landscape in Hangzhou, meander through the Master of the Nets Garden in Suzhou, and stroll along the waterfront of Shanghai. Also explore the longest river in Asia, the Yangtze, from aboard a luxury cruise ship for four nights. Enjoy excursions to hill-perched temples and pagodas along the way, or simply relax on deck and soak in the passing landscape.
Day 1: Australia –
– Beijing
Your exciting tour of China starts the moment you board a flight from Australia to Beijing. Upon your arrival at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), you will be met and transferred to the hotel.
Day 2: Beijing (B)
Choose to get out and begin your discovery of Beijing or opt to join one of the optional activities.
Optional: Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City
Join your trip leader and head to Tiananmen Square. Admire this grand public plaza’s enormity as you stand in its centre, and then enter the grounds of the Forbidden City. Once the strict realm of emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties, the Forbidden City is a sprawling complex of imperial palaces, courtyards and opulent rooms. Additional cost applies.
Optional: Hutong Tour
Clamber into a traditional rickshaw to discover Beijing’s maze of hutongs (alleyways and laneways). There is a meal with a local family before returning to the hotel. Additional cost applies.
Day 3: Beijing (B,L,D)
Travel to the mountainous landscape north of Beijing to China’s most symbolic sight: the Great Wall of China. You will scramble up a section of this ancient defensive structure and learn about its history as you admire the sweeping views. Stop off at a jade factory on the return journey to Beijing and visit some of the stadiums used for the 2008 Summer Olympics, including the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube. An end-of-day reward comes in the form of a restorative foot massage at a centre for traditional Chinese medicine.
Day 4: Beijing – 
– Jinan – Tai’an (B,L)
Leave Beijing behind as you board a bullet train and venture to Jinan. A tour guide will greet you before an excursion to Daming Lake and Black Water Spring. Later this evening, the tour continues to Tai’an and checks in at the hotel.
Day 5: Tai’an (B)
A day of leisure to discover Tai’an at your own pace.
Day 6: Tai’an – – Hangzhou – West Lake (B,L)
Travel by bullet train to Hangzhou and then head out on a city tour upon arrival. As well as being the political, economic and cultural centre of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou is also the location of West Lake. This area has long entranced artists, poets and other creatives who have drawn inspiration from the surrounding temples, pagodas, pavilions and gardens. As well as admiring the natural beauty of the area for yourself, there is also a visit to a local tea plantation where you can learn about how green tea is hand-picked and pan-fried.
Day 7: Hangzhou – Suzhou (B,L)
Seek out Suzhou and explore the Master of the Nets Garden, a quintessential example of classic Chinese garden design.
Optional: Suzhou’s Grand Canal
Take to the water on a boat ride along Suzhou’s Grand Canal. Some sections of the canal date to the 5th century BC and admiring the old buildings and houses that line the canal makes for a truly beautiful outlook. Additional cost applies.
Day 8: Suzhou – Shanghai (B,L,D)
There is a trip to a working silk factory following breakfast, where you can gain insight into how this luxurious textile is produced and the role it played in Chinese history. A bus transfer takes the group to Shanghai where, upon arrival, you will visit the Nanjing walking district and the Shanghai Museum. Continue to The Bund, the waterfront precinct in central Shanghai.
Optional: Huangpu River Cruise
Enjoy an evening on the Huangpu river as you take in Shanghai’s riverside sights from a watery vantage point. Expect to see the Monument to the People’s Heroes and the Oriental Pearl Tower on the journey. Additional cost applies.
Day 9: Shanghai – – Yichang (B,D)
A high-speed train takes you from Shanghai to Yichang, where you will board the ship for your cruise of the Yangtze river. Settle into your cabin before departure tomorrow.
Day 10: Yangtze River Cruise (B,L,D) 
Begin your first morning cruising the Yangtze by taking up the opportunity for an exercise session. The day’s activities are up to you: remain on-board or join one of the optional excursions. Travellers return to the ship in the evening to attend the Captain’s welcome banquet, which includes entertainment.
Optional: Excursion to Three Gorges Dam Site
Additional cost applies.
Optional: Excursion to the Tribe of the Three Gorges
Visit the only scenic spot in the area that has not been touched by the work involved in the Three Gorges Dam project. This location also showcases the Ba and Shu Cultures. Additional cost applies.
Day 11: Yangtze River Cruise (B,L,D)
The ship continues its journey along the river, heading towards the western section of Xiling Gorge in the afternoon.
Optional: Lesser Three Gorges or Shennong Stream
Step into a smaller vessel to explore either the Lesser Three Gorges or Shennong Stream sites. Additional cost applies.
Optional: White Emperor City
Choose to discover White Emperor City, an ancient temple that sits atop Baidi Hill. Additional cost applies.
Day 12: Yangtze River Cruise (B,L,D)
Pass through the mountains of eastern Sichuan and make the most of your last day aboard the ship. There is a farewell dinner tonight.
Optional: Fengdu Ghost City
Fengdu Ghost City is made up of temples, monasteries and shrines all dedicated to the afterlife. Additional cost applies.
Optional: Shibaozhai
This 12-storey pagoda is built into a rocky hill near Chongqing. Take note of the steles and inscriptions made by past dynasties that are located on each floor. Additional cost applies.
Day 13: Chongqing – – Australia (B)
Disembark the cruise ship and make for the airport for an Australia-bound flight.
Day 14: Australia
Arrive home today.
Highlights
How to book:
Deposit Information:
Tour Excludes:
Single Supplement:
$650 per person in addition to your twin share vouchers. Payable direct to our Travel Partner upon confirming your booking.
Group Size: 10-40 people
Triple Share: Please purchase 3 x twin share vouchers. Please note third bed will be a rollaway bed
Optional Tours:
Hutong Rickshaw Tour & meal – $55 per person (approx)
Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City – $80 per person
Beijing Zoo – $45 per person
Suzhou’s Grand Canal Boat Trip – $40 per person
Huangpu River Cruise – $50 per person
Xintiandi Old Stone House area – $70 per person
Yangtze River Cruise – all of three of the below scenic excursions for $170 per person or $85 each:
Shennong Stream
Shibaozhai Pagoda
Three Gorges Dam Site
All optional tours are payable on your tour in local currency.
Accommodation:
Beijing: Park Plaza Science Park Hotel or similar
Tai’an: Four Points by Sheraton Tai’an or similar
Hangzhou: Hangzhou Holiday Inn Xiaoshan or similar
Suzhou: Suzhou Ramada Hotel or similar
Shanghai: Shanghai Koyal Hotel similar
Yangtze River Cruise: Gold 6# or similar
Health:
Different levels of travel involve varying degrees of activity and we recommend a good level of fitness and health in order to fully experience the package and optional tours purchased, including site-seeing by foot, climbing of stairs and extended day touring. It remains each passenger’s responsibility to inform Webjet Exclusives of any health or mobility issues that may impact the running of the tour, both for the safety of the passenger concerned and for other travellers in the group.
Child Price: Same price as adults – Minimum age 2 years
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Any deposits paid at the time of purchase are non-refundable.
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05 July*
02 August*
16 August*
30 August*
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13 September
04 October
11 October
18 October
25 October
01 November
08 November
15 November
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If you wish to modify the promotional airfare included in your Webjet Exclusives package, the following Flight Variations can be requested:
A $200 per person “breakaway” charge will apply per person plus any applicable fare and tax difference.
In order to obtain a quote for your requested variations, you must purchase your vouchers first and submit your request via the online booking form. On this form will be a section highlighted “Flight Quote Request”. You must complete the mandatory information in this section to be provided with an accurate quote.
PLEASE NOTE: No flight requests/quotes/upgrades will be actioned until your final payment has been made. At this time you will be contact by our operator in relation to your request. Payment of the breakaway fee and any applicable fare and tax difference is to be paid directly to our operator at the time of quotation.
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