6 days Xian Tour and Yangtze River Cruise
- Trip Highlights: If you have already visited Beijing and Shanghai, yet still want to explore more of this amazing country, this tour is for you. Our 6-day Xian Tour and Yangtze River Cruise will allow visitors to discover some of the most stunning natural and ancient treasures in China. On your visit to Xian you will visit the awesome Terracotta Warriors and on your cruise down the Yangtze River, you will discover just how amazing Mother Nature can be.
- Tour Route: Xian (Home of the Terracotta Warriors)
Chongqing (Start/End Point for Yangtze Cruises)Yangtze Cruises (Majestic Landscapes)Yichang (Start/End Point for Yangtze Cruises)
- Tour Code: COT-S-007F
- Dates: No fixed departure dates. You may go whenever you wish.
- Starts/Ends: Xian/Yichang
- Trip Type: River Cruise Holidays, Two Destination Tours
- Activity Level: Regular itinerary, Moderate walking
- Tour Customizable: Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry form)
- Special Experiences:
- Marvel at the life-size Terracotta Warriors & Horses, the First Chinese Emperor's 8000-strong underground army standing in formation to guard the his mausoleum for more than 22 centuries
- Taste delicious dumplings with surprising variety when appreciate Tang Dynasty Music and Dance reflecting the splendor of ancient China
- Boating on a scenic tributary, and shore excursions to the Ghost City and the Three Gorges Dam on the way of the Yangtze River cruise
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive / Xian
Transfer via: Flight or train arranged by you
Accommodations: Grand New World Hotel 
Upon your arrival, our local guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure.
Day 2 Xian (B,D)
Accommodations: Grand New World Hotel
Sites visited: Bell Tower, Ancient City Walls, Terracotta Warriors and Horses
Special Dinner: Dumpling Dinner
Unique Cultural Performance: Tang Dynasty Show
Today, you will enjoy a full-day excursion to the incredible life-size Terracotta Warriors and Horses, after lunch, the Ancient City Walls and the Bell Tower. Complete the day with a savory dumpling dinner and the Tang Dynasty show.
The Terracotta Warriors and Horses are China's first emperor's chariots afterlife.
You will amazed at the gorgeous and flourishing Tang Dynasty Show.
Day 3 Xian / Chongqing / Embarking (B)
Transfer via: Domestic flight arranged by China Odyssey Tours
Accommodations: Ship of Yangtze Cruise
Sites visited: Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Hanyang Tombs
After breakfast, you will tour Hanyang Tomb and Big Wild Goose Pagoda before your guide escorts you to the airport for your flight to Chongqing.When you arrive at Chongqing, you will be met and escorted to your ship.Departs Chongqing at 21:00.
Day 4 Yangtze cruise (B,L,D)
Accommodations: Ship of Yangtze Cruise
Sites visited: Shibaozhai
Shore excursion to Shibaozhai this morning.
Appreciate the extraordinary Yangtze beauty through the Yangtze Cruise.
Sailing on the exciting Shennong Stream through the sampan.
Day 5 Yangtze cruise (B,L,D)
Accommodations: Ship of Yangtze Cruise
Sites visited: Lesser Three Gorges
Shore excursion to Lesser Three Gorges by smaller vessels this morning.
Day 6 Yangzte cruise/ Yichang / Departure (B)
Transfer via: Flight or train arranged by you
Sites visited: The Three Gorge Dam
Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam site this morning. After lunch, you will disembark the ship in Yichang at 13:00. Upon your arrival, our guide will meet you and help you transfer to the airport for your flight to your next destination.
Price & Included Features
- China domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
- Accommodations: for 2 nights at four star hotels and 3 nights at five star cruise in comfortable twin-bedded rooms with a private bath, air-conditioning, television, telephone and minibar.
- 10 meals: 5 full breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners(included )
- 1 unique cultural performance-- Tang Dynasty Show
- Round-trip transfers between airports, hotels, and scenic spots in each city by private air-conditioned vehicles with experienced licensed drivers
- A local English-speaking guide in each city
- Entrance fees to all scenic spots listed in the itinerary
- Luggage transfers between airports and hotels
- Government taxes and service charges except tips for tour guides and drivers
Accommodation
The Grand New World Hotel in Xian is rated as one of the outstanding 4 Star Hotels in Xian in China. The hotel offers a host of amenities and facilities. It stands out among the other 4 star hotels due to its superior deliverance in customer satisfaction. Detail
Yangtze Cruises - Ship of Yangtze Cruise
All the 5-star luxury liners, considered to be truly excellent, are equipped to a very high standard. With various cuisine, English-speaking service and luxurious decor among the finest, they pride themselves on providing the highest quality service especially for overseas guests. Besides standard rooms, deluxe suites are also available, with modern facilities to satisfy your need. During the Yangtze River cruise, you can not only appreciate the impressive landscape, but participate in the various interesting activities, such as the captain's welcome & farewell receptions and dinner, morning Tai Chi exercise, fun and informative Chinese tea tasting, practicing and learning Chinese calligraphy and painting. Moreover, the cruises will make stops in ancient and fascinating riverside towns. It is more than just a cruise tour. It is an experience of nature and culture on an amazing land.
Meals
Most meals are included as specified in the itinerary. Meal codes are: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner.
Breakfast - Each breakfast will be served in your hotel. Breakfast selections include both Chinese and Western dishes to meet every diner's taste.
Lunch - Lunches are normally arranged at the Chinese restaurants near the scenic spots. Your tour guides will order food according to your appetite. Most are Chinese dishes, and some are modified to fit westerners' tastes. A complimentary glass of beer or soft drink is served with lunch.
Dinner - Same as lunch. If you prefer to not eat Chinese food, China Odyssey Tours suggests you have dinner on your own. Your local tour guide can recommend some good western restaurants in the area.
Transfer and Transport Service
China Odyssey Tours has received wide recognition for its transfer service. With our on-time service, you will never feel alone while traveling through China. We work hard to live up to the slogan's promise "You are not alone in China".
With our private small group tours, you can feel safe in the knowledge that you will enjoy flexible tour arrangements and you will have your own tour guide, car and driver in each destination, exclusive to your own group of friends or family.
