Tour Summary
- Package includes:
Beijing, Shanghai, Xian and Yangtze River Cruise - Duration:
13 Days, 12 Nights - Priced (in USD$) from:
USD $4,383*
(2 or more, dbl occupancy)
USD $5,670*
(2 or more, sgl occupancy)
USD $6,681*
(1 person, sgl occupancy)
Other Tours
- Shanghai Glamour
$2,955*7 Days,
6 Nights from: - Best of Both Worlds
$3,843*11 Days,
10 Nights from:
13 Days / 12 Nights
Splendor of China Tour
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Tour Summary
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Tour Package Details
Ideal for true cultural connoisseur. Explore the Shanghai Expo, see modern Shanghai, legendary Beijing, cultural Xian and sail along the Yangtze River to discover the true heartbeat of China.
13-Day Itinerary
Depart from the U.S.
Fly Cathay Pacific from the U.S. to Hong Kong. Aboard, enjoy a choice of delectable Asian or Western cuisine, nonstop on-demand entertainment and our signature "service straight from the heart" hospitality.
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Arrive in Shanghai [D]
After a comfortable flight, you'll arrive at our home, Hong Kong. Transit to Shanghai where you will be met by an English-speaking guide and transferred to the hotel.
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Shanghai Expo [B]
3 day Shanghai Expo admission tickets and metro travel card will be arranged for you.
As part of the Shanghai Expo's "Better City, Better Life" initiative, public transportation is the preferred mode of transportation to/from the Shanghai Expo. We will arrange for an English Speaking guide to meet you at the hotel and escort you to the Shanghai Expo by the Metro on the first day.
For more information on the Shanghai Expo, visit the official website - http://en.expo2010.cn/
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Shanghai Expo [B]
Please use the metro travel card provided to travel to the Shanghai Expo.
For more information on the Shanghai Expo, visit the official website - http://en.expo2010.cn/
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Shanghai Expo [B]
Please use the metro travel card provided to travel to the Shanghai Expo.
For more information on the Shanghai Expo, visit the official website - http://en.expo2010.cn/
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Fly to Xian [B,L,D]
Fly to Xian and transfer to the hotel.
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Terra Cotta Museum, Big Wild Good Pagoda & Banpo Museum [B,L,D]
Visit the historic city of Xian, home of the Terracotta Museum.
The remainder of the day will be spent at the famous Big Wild Goose Pagoda and
Banpo Museum.
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Yangtze River Cruise [B,L,D]
Travel from Xian to Chongqing by air, and transfer from the Chongqing airport to the pier where you will hop on the Yangtze River Cruise for a 3-night stay.
The Yangtze River is the third longest river in the world.
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Yangtze River Cruise [B,L,D]
Enjoy the Yangtze River Cruise with a shore excursion to Fengdu, Shibaozhai or Wanzhou.*
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Yangtze River Cruise [B,L,D]
Continue to set sail on the Yangtze River Cruise to the scenic Three Gorges region in the Yangtze River - Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge.
The ship docks for an excursion to Daning River Small Gorges or Shennong Stream.*
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Yangtze River Cruise [B,L,D]
On the final day of the cruise, visit the Three Gorges Dam, the world's largest hydroelectric river dam.
In the afternoon, disembark from Yichang and transfer to the airport where you'll board a flight to Beijing. Transfer to the Beijing hotel.
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Tour of Beijing [B,L,D]
Take a grand tour of China's capital city - Beijing. From the Tiananmen Square,
Forbidden City to the Temple of Heaven, the day will be a culture and history lesson for travelers.
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Great Wall & Ming Dynast Tombs [B,L,D]
Visit the legendary Great Wall, followed by the Ming Dynasty Tombs - UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Return to Hong Kong [B]
Bid farewell to Beijing with your private guide and transfer to the Beijing airport. Take Cathay Pacific from Beijing to Hong Kong and enjoy a convenient connection back to the U.S.
*Water level of the river determines the excursion stops.
[B] Breakfast at hotel, [L] Lunch outside of hotel at designated local restaurant, [D] Dinner outside of hotel at designated local restaurant.
Note: Price listed includes Economy Class travel in "L" fare class.
During peak seasons, the "L" fare class may not be available on your desired dates. There may be instances where you are required to purchase the next higher up fare class. Our tour sales staff will advise you of any surcharge at time of booking.
When planning your trip, be sure to have alternate travel dates planned so that our tour sales team can better assist you.
Tour Highlights
On board, you'll experience a world that revolves around you. Our new cabin offers fully flat beds in Business Class and fixed back shell seats in Economy Class that ensures no one intrudes on your personal space.
A choice of delectable Asian or Western cuisine will be offered along with a selection of complimentary wines and beverages. And, our widescreen personal TV with enhanced Audio Video On Demand gives you total control over hundreds of movies, TV shows, CDs and games.
Shanghai
Shanghai Expo
With 70 million visitors expected to attend, be one of the first to tour the site of the Shanghai Expo. It will be the first World Exposition to entertain the theme of "Better City, Better Life" where they will explore new approaches to human habitat, lifestyle and working conditions in the new century.
Xian
Terracotta Tour
Silently standing guard for over 2 millennia, the life-size army of Xian's Terracotta warriors and horses is the most significant archeological excavation of the 20th century.
The construction of this mausoleum began in 246 BC, when Qin Shi Huang, the First Emperor of China, ascended the throne. In 1974, local farmers near the Xian, Shaanxi province discovered the Terracotta figures.
North Square of Big Wild Goose Pagoda
One of Xian's most famous landmarks, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda was completed in AD 652 to house the Buddhist sutras brought back from India by the monk Xuan Zang.
Just north of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, is the biggest Tang-culture square composed of waterscape fountains, gardens and impressive large-scale sculptures.
Banpo Museum
The Banpo Museum, located just east of Xian at the base of the Banpo excavation site, houses a fascinating collection of artifacts from this very early settlement of a Neolithic matriarchal community dating back about 6,000 years.
Chongqing
Excursion: Fengdu
On the northern bank of the Yangtze River, Fengdu is about 107 miles from Chongqing and 296 miles form Yichang. With over 2000 years of history, Fengdu County is known as the resting place for the spirits of the dead.
Image - Britrob (Flickr)
Excursion: Shibaozhai
Shibaozhai, which literally translates to Stone Treasure Fortress, is located in Zhong County at the south bank of the Yangtze River. First built in 1750 during the Qing Dynasty, Shiboazhai has dramatically transformed its appearance throughout the years.
Most notable is the 12 story wooden architecture that stands on the riverside. Each of the 12 floors has been dedicated to a famous general of The Three Kingdoms and contains cultural artifacts, paintings and sculptures.
Excursion: Wanzhou
Wangzhou means "myriad-prefecture" and signifies the the point where both a myriad of rivers meet and where traders gather. Because of the Three Gorges Dam construction, nearly 47% of the Wanzhou's old urban areas will be underwater by the time the reservoir is filled.
Qutang Gorge
Qutang Gorge is the smallest, but the most majestic of the Three Gorges on the Yangtze River. The gorge begins at Baidi City and winds its way down to Daxi Town in Wushan Country. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to take in many of the gorges' most scenic spots.
Wu Gorge
Also known as Da Xia or Large Gorge, the Wu Gorge is the second of the Three Gorges. It is most famous for it serene elegance.
Covering over 25 miles, it starts at the Daning River (just east of Wushan) and ends at Guandukou in Badong (Hubei provinence).
Excursion: Daning River Small Gorges
A very important tributary in the Three Gorges Reservoir, The Daning River is famous for its scenery and its crystal clear waters. Sailing down this picturesque river, you'll be awe inspired by its beauty and serene atmosphere.
Image - Keith Marshall
Excursion: Shennong Stream
Shennong Stream is another tributary on the Yangtze River that flows swiftly from north to south through the deep gorges. As you cruise along the zigzagging watercourse, you'll be able to take in the mysterious and unique culture that lies along bank.
Image - Britrob (Flickr)
Three Gorges Dam
The famous Three Gorges Dam spans the Yangtze River in Sandouping, and is the world's largest electricity-generating plant of any kind. The dam was recently completed in 2006, but all the originally planned dam components was not completed until 2008.
Image - putneymark (Flickr)
Beijing
Tiananmen Square
At the heart of Beijing is the world's largest public square, Tiananmen Square.
On a clear day, the views at this historical square can be breathtaking with kites soaring through the sky and tourist huddling together for quintessential photo opportunity with the great helmsman's portrait.
The Forbidden City
The Forbidden City was home to 24 different Chinese emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties and the main stage for five centuries of royal intrigue, drama and scandal.
Today, it is the best-preserved collection of ancient architecture with 800 buildings spanning 720,000 sq meters.
Temple of Heaven
The Temple of Heaven was built in 1420 during the Ming Dynasty for Emperors to worship Heaven and to solemnly pray for good harvest. True to its sacred purpose, the Temple of Heaven was designed to reflect the mystical cosmological laws believed to be rooted in workings of the universe.
The Great Wall
Spanning 3,700 miles across China, The Great Wall is a genuine masterpiece of engineering and architecture.
This impressive brick and earth structure dates back to the Ming dynasty, when the wall was built to defend against Mongol forces to the North. The Great Wall stands 26 feet tall and 23 feet wide at the base.
Ming Tombs
The Royal Mausoleum of Ming comprises of mausoleums for 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty and 7 tombs for the imperial concubines. Built in 1409, this complex took more than 200 years to build.
Today, it still remains to be one of the must luxurious and awe- inspiring architectural structures built in China.
Image - rakastajatar (Flickr)
Luxury Package
Grand Hyatt Shanghai
Grand HyattJin Mao Tower, 88 Century Avenue, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 200121, China
Grand Hyatt Shanghai in China is one of the 'highest hotels in the world' (53rd to 87th floors of the Jin Mao Tower), in the centre of Pudong, Shanghai's financial and business district. The Hotel provides easy access to the Shanghai Stock Exchange, Shanghai World Financial Centre and the International Convention Centre.
The Hilton Beijing Hotel
Hilton Beijing1 Dong Fang, North Dong Sanhuan Road, 100027, China
Unwind and relax at The Hilton Beijing Hotel located in Chaoyang business district. This luxury hotel is equipped with all the latest state-of-the-art business and entertainment facilities.
Sheraton Xian Hotel
Sheraton XianNo. 262 Feng Hao East Road, Xian, Shaanxi, 710077, China
Located in the heart of China's oldest city, the Sheraton Xian Hotel is just steps away from many of Xian's fascinating historical sites.
Deluxe Package
Sofitel Shanghai Jin Jiang Oriental Pudong
Jin Jiang Oriental889 Yang Gao Nan Road, Pudong, 200127, China
Located nearby the 2010 World Expo site, Sofitel Shanghai Jin Jiang Oriental Pudong stands at the gateway of the Shanghai business district. This luxury hotel caters to the most discerning guest with style and ease.
View the Sofitel Shanghai Jin Jiang Oriental Pudong website »
Park Plaza Wangfujing
Park Plaza Wangfujing97 Jinbao Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100005, China
Located in a superb near the Wangfujing shopping district and Tiananmen Square, the Park Plaza Wangfujing offers exceptional services, including a Business Center and wireless Internet access. The Park Plaza also boasts three unique dining outlets, something not found at all hotels in Beijing.
Titan Times Hotel Xian
Titan Times HotelNo. 360 West Huan Cheng Road, China
The Titan Times Hotel is located at the border of the world famous Ancient City Hall, just 30 minutes away from the airport. Here, guests will enjoy the fresh air and beautiful greenery of the west countryside.
Standard Package
Grand Mercure Baolong Hotel Shanghai
Grand Mercure Baolong180 Yixian Road, 200434 Shanghai, China
The Grand Mercure Baolong Hotel Shanghai is located close to major shopping areas, points of interest and cultural centres, including local attractions such as Lu Xun Park, historic Duolun Road and Fudan University.
Hotel Novotel Beijing Sanyuan
Novotel Beijing SanyuanTower 18, A5 Shuguang Xili, Chao Yang District, 100028, China
Situated at the heart of the city, Novotel Beijing Sanyuan is close by downtown Beijing and the airport with direct access to the Beijing underground. Dining, business and leisure facilities will cater to each and every one of your needs.
Grand Mercure on Renmin Square
Grand Mercure319 Dongxin Street, Shannxi Province, China
Surrounded by quiet courtyards and elegant gardens, Xian Grand Mercure personifies the uniquely rich and historical essence of this ancient city. It is located inside the Ming Dynasty Wall of the city.
We invite you to extend your vacation in vibrant Hong Kong, home of Cathay Pacific. Stay at any of following hotels and receive a complimentary half day group tour (see below) with all hotel extensions.
Hotel Extension Options
The Excelsior, Hong Kong
The Excelsior281 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
The Excelsior hotel is one of the island's most famous hotels for travelers looking to explore the energetic entertainment and shopping areas of Causeway Bay. Just ten minutes from Central, Hong Kong's business district, we have a prime location overlooking Victoria Harbor and rooms with spectacular views.
The Kowloon Hotel
The Kowloon Hotel19-21 Nathan Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong
The Kowloon Hotel lies at the center of Nathan Road's "Golden Mile" shopping paradise. Within a few city blocks, guests enjoy easy access to the greatest harbor view in the world, shops, restaurants, the Star Ferry and the Hong Kong Cultural Center.
Novotel Hong Kong Nathan Road
Novotel Nathan Road348 Nathan Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Novotel Hong Kong Nathan Road Kowloon is centrally located on the main thoroughfare of Kowloon, also known as the golden mile.
Nathan Road is lined with restaurants, shops and entertainment venues, with many major tourist attractions including the Avenue of Stars, Clock Tower, Museum of HK History and the Space Museum all close by. The famous Jade Market and Temple Street night markets are an easy walk away.
The Park Lane Hong Kong
The Park Lane 310 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
The Park Lane Hong Kong is a luxurious, first-class hotel situated right in the heart of vibrant Causeway Bay, with spectacular views of Victoria Park, Hong Kong's largest park, and the famous Hong Kong harbor.
Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong
Kowloon Shangri-La64 Mody Road, Tsimshatsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong
The award-winning Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong, known for its legendary warm and friendly hospitality, is conveniently situated in the Tsim Sha Tsui East shopping and entertainment district overlooking the world famous Victoria Harbour.
All rooms of this Kowloon hotel are amongst the most spacious in town, offer the ultimate in luxurious comfort and feature a floor-to-ceiling bay window commanding breathtaking harbor views or exciting city vistas.
Intercontinental Hong Kong
Intercontinental18 Salisbury Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Internationally acclaimed as one of the world's top hotels for business and leisure, InterContinental Hong Kong, with its unique and convenient Kowloon waterfront location, offers unrivalled views of Victoria Harbor and Hong Kong Island, and unparalleled service and facilities.
Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong
Island Shangri-LaPacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Central, Hong Kong
The Island Shangri-La, a welcoming luxury retreat in the heart of the city, soars 56 floors above Hong Kong's most prestigious shopping, cultural and business addresses, with memorable views of the Peak and Victoria Harbor.
Half Day Hong Kong Tour
All Hong Kong Extension Hotels include a free half day Hong Kong sightseeing tour. Simply request it with our Cathay Pacific reservations team.
Sandy beach of Repulse BayBegin the tour at the popular Victoria Peak, where stunning views of Hong Kong's skyline, the world-famous Victoria Harbor and peaceful green hillsides await you. Afterwards, take a sampan (water taxi) ride at Aberdeen harbor, home to traditional fishermen living on fishing junks.
Visit the world's largest floating restaurant and elaborately decorated Jumbo. Afterwards, visit a local jewelry workshop for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the craftsmen at work.
End the tour with a casual stroll at Repulse Bay, known for its crescent-shaped beach and browse through designer shops before you are dropped back off at the hotel.
Duration of the tour:
Approx. 4 1/2 hours - 5 hours
Pick-up point/time:
Hong Kong side - Park Lane Hotel lobby at 9:30 am (310 Gloucester Road, Hong Kong)
Kowloon Side - Kowloon Hotel lobby at 9:00 am (19-21 Nathan Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong)
Note: Guests are responsible for their own transportation to/from their hotel to pick-up location. This tour is a group tour and may involve other parties.
World Expo Tour Package Comparison
| Shanghai Glamour Tour | Best of Both Worlds Tour | Splendor of China Tour | |||
| 7 Days, 6 Nights From $2,213 |
11 Days, 10 Nights From $3,004 |
13 Days, 12 Nights From $4,383 |
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Terms & Conditions
Pricing
- Prices are per person and quoted in U.S. dollars. Price includes all air transportation (includes taxes and fuel surcharges), land transportation, hotel accommodations, sightseeing, admissions, meals (as listed in itinerary B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner, meals will be provided at designated local restaurants), tour guides services and travel insurance.
Hotel Accommodations
- The accommodations listed with the tours are intended to be used with each tour. If changes become necessary for any reason, the accommodations substituted will be equivalent in standard to those shown. Unless requested otherwise, a non-smoking room will be requested on your behalf.
Tickets and Payments
- To ensure air and hotel availability, we suggest you book your trip as far in advance as possible and at least 120 days in advance.
- A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required at time of booking confirmation. Final payment is due 120 days prior to departure date. If Cathay Pacific does not receive final payment by this date, Cathay Pacific reserves the right to cancel the reservations without notice.
- Reservations must be made 120 days prior to departure. For reservations made less than 120 days before departure, payment in full is required upon booking confirmation.
- A copy of each traveler's valid passport will be required by our tour sales staff at time of booking.
Change Fees
- For changes made beyond 120 days, a change fee of $200 per occurrence will be charged for any alteration or revision made (i.e.: name change, travel date change) to a reservation once the deposit is paid.
- For changes made within 120 days of departure date, the booking will be treated as a cancellation and the cancellation policy applies. Please refer to Cancellation Fees #1 outlined below.
- Cathay Pacific promises to make every effort to operate all tours as advertised. We reserve the right to alter or curtail the itinerary, or substitute sightseeing, hotels, and/or conveyances as deemed necessary. Any savings realized by these changes will not be refunded to passengers. Any resultant added expense will be covered by Cathay Pacific. Although not expected, prices on this website may be modified due to unexpected significant external factors not forecasted at the time of printing.
Cancellation Fees
- Cancellation policy within 120 days of departure:
- 120-91 days prior to departure; 30% of total price
- 90-61 days prior to departures, 50% of total price
- 60-45 days prior to departure, 80% of total price
- 44 days or less prior to departure, 100% of total price.
- Please note, a change of traveler's name, date or itinerary within 120 days of departure date will be treated as a cancellation and the above cancellation policy will apply.
- No refund if for any reason guests do not participate in sections of the tour. No exception is allowed.
Personal Expenses
- The following are not included in the tour prices: meals not specified in the itinerary, charges for passports, visas, vaccinations and inoculations, excess baggage, telephone, laundry, items of a personal nature, incidental charges in hotels, and any items not specifically listed as included.
Visa and Travel Documents
- Passengers are responsible for obtaining the necessary visas to enter China. Passengers must also make sure that their passport has a sufficient remaining validity period for entry into the countries being entered or transited.
- Clients must provide identification in the form of a passport at the time of airport check-in. Your passport name must match the name on your tour reservation and airline ticket or you may be denied boarding.
International and Chinese Domestic Air Transportation
- Air transportation from North America to/from Hong Kong is serviced by Cathay Pacific. Air transportation from Hong Kong to/from Mainland China are serviced by Cathay Pacific's sister airline, Dragonair or Cathay Pacific except Hong Kong to Xian, serviced by China Eastern Airlines. Air transportation within China (between Beijing, Shangri-La, Kunming, Shanghai, Xian) is serviced by Mainland Chinese carriers.
Disclaimer
- Domestic American and Mainland China airlines, accommodations and other suppliers providing services are independent contractors and are not agents, employees of Cathay Pacific Airways, or its affiliates. Cathay Pacific Airways and assumes no responsibility and will not be held liable for any personal injury, property damage, or other loss, accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity by reason of (1) any wrongful or negligent acts or omissions on the part of its suppliers, (2) any wrongful, negligent, or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any employee of those suppliers, (3) any defect in or failure of any vehicle, equipment or instrumentality owned, operated, or used by any of these suppliers, or (4) any wrongful or negligent acts or omissions on the part of any other party not under the control, direct or otherwise, of Cathay Pacific Airways or (5) acts of God.
- Schedules and prices are subject to change without notice.
- Cathay Pacific reserves the right to terminate or change this offer without prior notice.
Additional Details
Tour Guides
- All tour guides are carefully selected, fluent in English and have many years of experience. They are all professionals licensed by the China Tourist Board not just for their language skills, but also for their knowledge of the geographical areas they will be serving. Our tour guides' wealth of information, friendliness, and enthusiasm earn them the highest praise from our guests.
- The name and contact information of the tour guide will be provided in the itinerary voucher after confirmation of your trip. Tour guide will have a Cathay Pacific China Experience badge.
- The tour guides listed on your itinerary are scheduled to provide service as planned. If changes become necessary for any reason, a tour guide of equivalent knowledge and service quality will be substituted and informed upon arrival at your destination.
Holiday and Museum Closures
- Museum visits and personal shopping time may be disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances or the many religious, state and local holidays locally observed. China celebrates The Labor Day festival on May-1 for one week and The National Day festival on October 1 for one week. During these extended holidays, travelers to China will encounter large crowds and some inconvenience.
Photography of Tour
- Occasionally, Cathay Pacific may use photographs taken by fellow guests or our tour guide for promotional purposes. If you prefer that your photo not be used in any marketing activities, please notify your tour guide at the start of your tour.
Gratuities
- Gratuities for the local guides and drivers are not included, and are at the guest's discretion. Gratuities are not included in the tour price. Suggested gratuity for tour guide is US$5-$10 per person per day and for driver is US$3-$5 per person per day.
- All appropriate gratuities for luggage handling, bellman, doorman, housekeepers, tour guides, and local crew are not included in the price of the tours.
Travel Insurance
- All tour package price includes a comprehensive insurance coverage for your peace of mind. Please find the following coverage highlights:
- Overseas medical expenses coverage up to USD57,700
- Personal accident benefit up to USD64,100 (for age under 16 and age over 80 is USD12,800).
If you would like to have further information, please click here.
For the details of appointed hospitals in China, please click here.
Any questions?
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