Beijing to Shanghai - 10 days
CRUISE HIGHLISTS INCLUDE:
- All domestic flights within China
- 8 nights in deluxe hotels with buffet breakfast
- 8 buffet breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners
- Captivating, fully escorted tours with English-speaking local guides
- Exciting evening entertainment
- Services of an experienced Uniworld Tour Manager
- All transportation during the tour
- All transfers on arrival and departure days
ITINERARY
- DAY 1: Depart Home Gateway City to Beijing
- DAY 2: Beijing Motorcoach
Featured Excursion: Arrive in Beijing and be greeted by a Uniworld representative who will escort you to the hotel. - DAY 3: Beijing Dining Out
Featured Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, and Peking Duck dinner
Tour the Forbidden City, a 250-acre complex of palaces, pavilions, courtyards, and gardens. It’s the most complete ancient imperial palace in the world. Visit Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing, and walk through the Tiananmen Gate, the “Gate of Heavenly Peace” and the entranceway to the Forbidden City. Continue on to another Beijing gem, the Summer Palace, which is one of China’s largest and best-preserved imperial gardens. At the end of the day, indulge in a succulent Peking Duck dinner. (BB, L, D) - DAY 4: Beijing
Featured Excursion: The Great Wall, Ming Tombs, and the Beijing Opera
In the morning, travel 40 miles north of Beijing for a memorable walk on a wonder of the ancient world—the Great Wall. Original construction began in the 3rd century BC as a way to keep out warring invaders and additional sections extended the wall over the centuries to its present length of nearly 4,000 miles. Before your return to Beijing, travel the Sacred Way, home to remnants of the Ming Tombs, the once lavish burial chambers of 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty. End your day with an evening at the spectacular Beijing Opera. (BB, L, D) - DAY 5: Beijing, fly to Xi’an
Featured Excursion: Hutongs rickshaw ride and dumpling dinner
Ride in a rickshaw for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Hutongs, ancient lanes located in the old residential area of Beijing. Fly to Xi’an in the afternoon, and be transferred to your hotel. You will enjoy a sumptuous traditional dumpling dinner in the evening. (BB, L, D) - DAY 6: Xi’an
Featured Excursion: Terra Cotta Warriors, City Wall, and Tang Dynasty dinner and show
Xi’an is the site of one of the most significant archaeological excavations of the 20th century, the Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses. After your amazing exploration of these fabulous sculptures, visit the City Wall. In the evening, indulge in a Tang Dynasty dinner and cultural show featuring music, dance, and traditional costumes. (BB, L, D) - DAY 7: Xi’an, fly to Shanghai, Tongli, Suzhou
Featured Excursion: Tongli tour and native music and dance performance
Fly to Shanghai and travel to Tongli en route to Suzhou. A charming town, Tongli boasts a picturesque collection of ancient bridges crisscrossing meandering rivers. Cruise a narrow river on a Sampan before going to Suzhou. In the evening, enjoy a gala at the Garden of the Master of the Fishing Nets in Suzhou, including a special performance of native classical music and dance. This is a rare opportunity to experience a truly intimate and memorable evening. (BB, L, D) - DAY 8: Suzhou, Shanghai
Featured Excursion: Garden of the Humble Administrator
The beautiful waterside city of Suzhou is known for its magnificent gardens, silk, and embroidery. Wander through the Garden of the Humble Administrator, which covers over 12 acres. These gardens are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and were originally built in 1509 during the Ming Dynasty. Afterward, you’ll visit the Embroidery Institute. In the late afternoon, travel to Shanghai and transfer to the hotel. (BB, L, D) - DAY 9: Shanghai
Featured Excursion: Shanghai city tour and Shanghai Acrobat performance
Stroll through Old Town and then along the Bund, Shanghai’s famed waterfront promenade. Visit the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. On your final night in China, be dazzled by the amazing Shanghai Acrobats. (BB, L, D) - DAY 10: Depart Shanghai
Featured Excursion: Transfer to the airport for your return flight home, or continue your tour with one of our popular optional extensions. (BB)
2009 Cruises
| Departs On | Price | Ship Name |
| March 21, 2009 | $2,179 | - |
| April 11, 2009 | $2,279 | - |
| April 25, 2009 | $2,279 | - |
| May 16, 2009 | $2,279 | - |
| May 30, 2009 | $2,229 | - |
| June 13, 2009 | $2,229 | - |
| June 27, 2009 | $2,229 | - |
| July 11, 2009 | $2,179 | - |
| July 25, 2009 | $2,179 | - |
| August 8, 2009 | $2,179 | - |
| August 22, 2009 | $2,229 | - |
| September 5, 2009 | $2,329 | - |
| September 19, 2009 | $2,329 | - |
| October 3, 2009 | $2,329 | - |
| October 17, 2009 | $2,329 | - |
| October 31, 2009 | $2,229 | - |
| November 14, 2009 | $2,229 | - |
| December 5, 2009 | $2,029 | - |
Prices: Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a stateroom or hotel room. Cruise/tour prices are based on costs, charges, tariffs, rates, taxes, levies, and exchange rates as of June 15, 2008. Should the total cruise/tour price increase by more than 10%, passengers will have the right to cancel their cruise within 7 days of notification of the surcharge without penalty. No surcharges in respect of cost or currency fluctuations will be made once payment for the deposit of your cruise/tour is received. This does not apply to fuel surcharges and any taxes, charges, or levies imposed by any government or their agencies. Air-inclusive pricing is provided from NYC, CHI, and LAX only. Other gateway cities are available at additional costs. Please ask your Reservations Consultant at the time of booking for details. A limited number of singles are available for an additional supplement. Reservations and Payments: A deposit of at least $200 per person is required at the time of reservation. Final payment is due at least 90 days prior to departure. Reservations will be cancelled if final payment is not received in a timely manner.
