11-Nights Iconic China with Yangtze Cruise

Iconic China With Yangtze Cruise
A showcase of China's wonders: visit the majestic Great Wall, marvel at the Terracotta Warriors and journey down the Yangtze River and its Three Gorges on this Iconic China trip. This trip will tick all your travel boxes and then some, unlocking the journey you’ve been waiting for. From magnificent natural and man-made icons mixed with ancient culture, fascinating history and world-class cities to explore - this is China, done your way.

Dining Summary

• 4 Dinner (D)
• 11 Breakfast (B)
• 5 Lunch (L)

Essentials

• Visit the UNESCO-listed Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square and the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City
• Visit the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors
• Sail through the Three Gorges; the narrow Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge
• Visit the Bund, a Silk Factory Outlet and Nanjing Road

Iconic Experience

• Chongqing: You’ll get to know Chongqing, a major river city built on steep hills above the Yangtze. Busy shopping streets, high-rises and older alleyways sit side by side and hotpot restaurants are packed most evenings, showing you how people here eat, shop and spend their time.
• Xi'an: Explore the vast underground tomb complex of China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. Stand before the awe-inspiring Terracotta Army, thousands of life-sized warriors, horses and chariots crafted over two millennia ago to guard the emperor in the afterlife. Each figure is unique, offering a powerful glimpse into ancient artistry and imperial ambition.
• Xi'an: Step inside 2,000-year-old Yaodong cave dwellings, built from naturally insulating, earthquake-resistant Loess earth. As modern homes replace them, your visit helps families restore their homes, keeping their heritage alive while embracing the future. Your visit also directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
• Beijing: Gain insights into this fascinating city during a sightseeing tour of Beijing. See the Great Hall of the People and Tiananmen Square before stepping through the south gate of the Forbidden City. 
• Great Wall of China: Visit the Great Wall of China to marvel at the history of this renowned landmark. 
• Beijing: Discover the significance of jade in Chinese culture during a visit to a traditional workshop. You’ll learn to tell genuine jade from imitation, explore the stone’s cultural and mineral origins, and even watch skilled artisans at work. More than a jewelry stop, this experience offers insight into a tradition shaped by 2,500 years of history and Confucian values.