Treasures of China
14 days from £2,699 per person
Summary
The Great Wall and the palaces of the Forbidden City. The army of Terracotta Warriors at Xi’an. The dramatic mountain scenery of the Yangtze Gorges. Let us introduce you to the sights and sounds of China. Over 14 days, we’ll discover the very best of this incredible country, from deliciously spicy Sichuan food to loveable giant pandas. We’ll spend three laid-back days cruising along the Yangtze River, taking in the views along this spectacular stretch of waterway.
Your holiday includes:
14 excursions and visits
- Tour of Jinli Old Street
- Szechuan meal, Peking duck dinner and tea in typical tea house
- Visit the Giant Buddha in Leshan with cruise along the river
- Panda Breeding Research Institute and Huanglongxi old town
- Visits to Shiboa Pagoda, Big Wild Goose pagoda, Terracotta Warrior Museum, Xi’an Ancient City Wall, Tian’anmen Square & Forbidden City, the Great Wall of China, and the Summer Palace
Plus:
- 9 nights in hotels, 3 nights cruise on MV Century Sun and 1 in flight (accommodation as specified or similar)
- International and internal flights as detailed. Prices are based on return flights with KLM from London Heathrow via Amsterdam. Supplements may apply from other airports
- 31 meals: 12 breakfasts (days 3-14) 11 lunches (days 3-13) 8 dinners (days 2-3, 5-7, 10-11 and 13)
Plus
- Captain’s welcome and farewell receptions
- Portable audio headset system on excursions
- Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service
- Local Titan tour manager and guide
- Travel in destination by coach
- Porterage
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Day 1 UK - In flight
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flight to Chengdu.
In flight
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Chengdu
We arrive into Chengdu early today. You’ll have time to freshen up before we visit Jinli Old Street, the bustling passageway with 1,800 years of architecture and traditions, temples and opera stages. In the evening we visit a local restaurant for a special Szechuan meal.
Dorsett Grand Chengdu (4-star)
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Chengdu
We journey to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mount Emei Scenic Area, to visit the remarkable Giant Buddha in Leshan. Carved out of a cliffside during the Tang Dynasty, it faces Mount Emei, overlooks the confluence of three rivers and, at 71 metres high, is the largest stone Buddha in the world. We enjoy a cruise of the river before an optional evening excursion to enjoy a Changing Face Show.
Dorsett Grand Chengdu (4-star)
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Chengdu
Next is a trip to the famous Panda Breeding Research Institute, where we observe one of the most iconic animals on earth. The institute’s 80-plus pandas are being reared in surroundings recreated to resemble their natural habitat - seeing these gentle giants up close is a truly memorable experience. We then visit Huanglongxi old town, which combines beautiful natural scenery with ancient Chinese culture.
Dorsett Grand Chengdu (4-star)
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Day 5 - Chengdu - Chongqing - Yangtze
After a cuppa in a typical tea house this morning, we’ll board a bullet train bound for Chongqing and then embark MV Century Sun. Our three-night cruise will take us along one of the most historic stretches of water in the world.
MV Century Sun (4-star)
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Day 6 - Yangtze (Shibaozhai Pagoda)
An afternoon excursion takes us to Shiboa Pagoda (also known as Shibaozhai). A highlight of the Yangtze river cruise, this structure stands majestically above its surroundings. We enjoy a captain’s welcome party before dinner this evening.
MV Century Sun (4-star)
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Day 7 - Yangtze (Shennong Stream)
Today our cruise sails through the spectacular Qutang and Wu Gorges before we board a smaller boat to sail along Shennong Stream, zigzagging through the beautiful gorges. Enjoy the captain’s farewell dinner this evening.
MV Century Sun (4-star)
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Yichang - Xi’an
We’ll view of the Three Gorges Dam and then after disembarking we’ll transfer to the airport for a flight to Xi’an, home of the renowned Terracotta Warriors. We’ll stay here for three nights.
Golden Flower Hotel, Xi’an (4.5-star)
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Xi'an
Today is free to relax, or explore at your own pace.
Golden Flower Hotel, Xi’an (4.5-star)
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Xi’an
We begin today at the 65-metre-high Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a holy place for Buddhists. Our tour continues to the incredible Terracotta Warrior Museum, one of the most significant archaeological excavations of the 20th century - the mausoleum that Emperor Qin Shi Huang commissioned in 246 BC. The museum already covers an enormous area, with the life-size warriors (each with an individual crafted head and face) and horses being the star features. Altogether there are more than 7,000 pieces, but as excavation work continues in the area it is speculated that even more treasures are yet to be uncovered. This evening, perhaps enjoy an optional Tang Dynasty show.
Golden Flower Hotel, Xi’an (4.5-star)
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Xi’an - Beijing
We make a stop at the Ancient City Wall, before transferring to Xi’an Airport for our flight to Beijing. This evening we savour a traditional Peking duck dinner.
Beijing Landmark Hotel (4-star)
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Beijing - Forbidden City
Today we visit Tian’anmen Square, the largest city square in the world, and one that has hosted many monumental events in Chinese history. We also explore the extraordinary complex of imperial palaces known as the Forbidden City. This afternoon you can join an optional tour to learn about the local history and culture of the ancient Beijing people.
Beijing Landmark Hotel (4-star)
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Beijing - Great Wall
The highlight of any tour to China has to be the Great Wall of China. Voted one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of the World’, it is a sight to behold. Epic in scale, it took 2,000 years to build and stretches thousands of kilometres. At its height, it was guarded by a million men. The Badaling Great Wall (the section we visit) dates to the Ming Period. We continue to the largest and best-preserved royal park in China - the Summer Palace. With a collection of fine pavilions, halls, palaces, temples and bridges, it perfectly showcases the grandeur of Chinese royal gardens.
Beijing Landmark Hotel (4-star)
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Day 14 Beijing - UK
We transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
Arrive Home
