17 Day China with 4 Day Yangtze River Cruise & Hong Kong Thursday Departure
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- Day 1DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for ChinaThu, Sep 03, 2026Depart for China
- Day 2DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in ShanghaiFri, Sep 04, 2026Arrive in Shanghai, the thriving metropolis on China's eastern coast. This dynamic city is constantly evolving, boasting an unforgettable skyline. Spend the balance of the day at leisure
Overnight: Shanghai - Day 3DAY 3, Saturday - Shanghai City TourSat, Sep 05, 2026This morning, see some of the city's major highlights. Begin at the lively Bund, Shanghai's popular promenade. Stroll along the park-like waterfront and experience the old-world charm. After, visit the classical Yuyuan Garden in the Old Quarter, built during the Ming Dynasty, a quiet and serene sanctuary in this frenetic city, with its scenic pavilions, ponds, and streams. Return to the hotel late in the afternoon and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager, followed by dinner
Overnight: Shanghai
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 4DAY 4, Sunday - Full Day in ShanghaiSun, Sep 06, 2026Today, is at leisure in Shanghai. Join the optional full day tour to Suzhou, including lunch and a cruise on the Grand Canal. Morning departure from Shanghai for the drive to Suzhou, known as the "Venice of the East." Upon arrival in this charming city, relax on a boat ride along the narrow waterways of the legendary Grand Canal. Later, walk along bustling Pingjiang Road, where the locals gather for entertainment and food and have lunch at a local restaurant. Then, continue to the beautiful and fragrant Garden of the Master of the Nets, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to Shanghai later this evening
Optional: Full Day Suzhou with Lunch
Overnight: Shanghai
Meals: Breakfast - Day 5DAY 5, Monday - Flight to Yichang, Cruise EmbarkationMon, Sep 07, 2026Spend the morning at leisure for independent explorations in Shanghai. In the afternoon, visit the Jade Buddha Temple, one of the most active Buddhist temples in Shanghai, dating back to the Qing Dynasty. Afterward, continue to a silk carpet and embroidery shop in Shanghai to understand more about this ancient Chinese craft; see some of the beautiful creations, unusual styles, and masterful techniques. Lunch is at a local restaurant. Later, transfer to the airport for the flight to Yichang, the second largest city in Hubei province after Wuhan, its capital. Upon arrival, continue to the port for embarkation on your cruise ship. This evening, you'll begin the scenic journey on the fabled Yangtze, the longest river in China and the third longest river in the world. You'll be warmly welcomed aboard by the friendly international staff
Overnight: Yangtze River
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 6DAY 6, Tuesday - Xiling GorgeTue, Sep 08, 2026This afternoon, participate in an optional tour to the Three Gorges Dam, the world's largest and most ambitious hydroelectric project ever undertaken by man, nearly six times the size of the Hoover Dam. In addition to producing electricity, the dam was constructed to increase the Yangtze River's shipping capacity and reduce the potential for floods. This project has forever changed the landscape surrounding the Yangtze River and has also forced the relocation of people who once lived along the river. Tour the massive site to see this impressive achievement of engineering. Following the visit, return to the ship as it cruises upstream and enters the dramatic Xiling Gorge, the longest and deepest section of the Three Gorges
Optional: Yangtze River Shore Excursion Package - Three Gorges Dam
Overnight: Yangtze River
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 7DAY 7, Wednesday - Wu Gorge & Qutang GorgeWed, Sep 09, 2026Awake this morning to beautiful vistas on the river. Sail through the Wu Gorge, famed for its magnificent Twelve Peaks. Today, your optional tour will take you either on a scenic journey up Shennong Stream, traveling in small ferry between rolling hills and rocky cliffs or on a scenic journey up Shennv Stream. Continue through the Qutang Gorge, the smallest of the three gorges, flanked by lush terraced hillsides
Optional: Yangtze River Shore Excursion Package - Shennv Stream or Shennong Stream
Overnight: Yangtze River
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 8DAY 8, Thursday - Cruise to Xiaoguanshan Ancient Folk Culture ParkThu, Sep 10, 2026This morning, the ship docks near Fengdu in Chongqing. Today's optional tour allows for exploration of the Xiaoguanshan Ancient Folk Culture Park* with its recreated ancient residential buildings, courtyards, temples, wood carvings, and city gates. You might catch a glimpse of people demonstrating Sichuan opera and showcasing acrobatic skills
*Depending on river conditions, this optional tour may be substituted with one that visits the Shibaozhai Temple.
Optional: Yangtze River Shore Excursion Package - Xiaoguanshan Ancient Folk Culture Park
Overnight: Yangtze River
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 9DAY 9, Friday - Disembarkation, Flight to XianFri, Sep 11, 2026Disembark the Yangtze River cruise this morning in Chongqing, a major metropolis and one of the top emerging cities in China. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Xian, ancient capital of eleven dynasties and an archaeological treasure trove. Arrive, and check into your hotel. Free time to explore on your own. Perhaps, visit the Muslim Quarter with its vibrant markets and historic mosques, or try some of the city's culinary delights
Overnight: Xian
Meals: Breakfast - Day 10DAY 10, Saturday - The Terracotta ArmySat, Sep 12, 2026Visit Xingqing Park this morning, a hub of activity where you may have the chance to join the residents of Xian in their morning exercise, singing, and dancing. Next, view the bronze chariot and horses, part of the Terracotta Army Museum. Afterward, stop at a lacquer furniture shop to learn more about this technique. Lunch is at a local restaurant. Then, an unforgettable experience! Visit the archaeological site of the magnificent Terracotta Warriors, a vast collection of life-size soldiers, horses, and chariots that were entombed with China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. This world-famous site, discovered by local farmers in 1974, is still being discovered and excavated today. This evening, choose the optional Tang Dynasty 6-course dinner followed by a historical dance performance by the Tang Dynasty troupe
Optional: Tang Dynasty Dinner & Show
Overnight: Xian
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch - Day 11DAY 11, Sunday - Flight to BeijingSun, Sep 13, 2026Depart Xian on a flight to Beijing, sprawling capital of modern China. The afternoon is at leisure. Feel the pulse of this city of contrasts with its astonishing history and wondrous sights. Join the optional half day Hutong Tour, which begins with a rickshaw ride through the old narrow streets and alleyways*. See the courtyard homes which once covered all of Beijing - only a few still survive today. Hear more about "old China" from a local family who will welcome you to their home
*During Chinese holidays, the rickshaw ride may be substituted with a coach ride.
Optional: Half Day Hutong Tour (PM)
Overnight: Beijing
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch - Day 12DAY 12, Monday - Great Wall of China, Summer PalaceMon, Sep 14, 2026Travel to the extraordinary 2000-year-old Great Wall of China, one of the most spectacular structures ever built by man, spanning nearly 4,000 miles of China's northern frontier. Climb the ramparts of this ancient wonder to view breathtaking mountain passes, plateaus, and grasslands from this 7th century defensive fortification. Stop at a local jade shop to admire wares crafted with one of China's most famous materials. Afterward, have lunch in a local restaurant. Continue to the fabled Summer Palace, a resort of the Empress Dowager with its palace grounds, filled with a variety of picturesque gardens and architectural structures. Weather permitting, take a relaxing boat ride across the lake and admire the scenery before strolling along the sprawling palace. Tonight, have dinner at a Beijing restaurant
Overnight: Beijing
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 13DAY 13, Tuesday - The Forbidden City, Beijing ZooTue, Sep 15, 2026Start your day with a visit to Tiananmen Square, the largest public plaza in the world built at the height of the Ming Dynasty. The square's Gate of Heavenly Peace was once used as a staging ground for imperial edicts and by Mao Zedong himself to declare the founding of the People's Republic in 1949. Next, enter the Forbidden City, which served as the Imperial Palace until 1912. The extraordinary and immense walled complex is truly a masterpiece of Chinese architecture; its complex consists of 800 buildings with more than 9,000 rooms. Then, continue to a local pearl shop to learn about the famous Chinese pearls. Have lunch at a local restaurant before heading to the Beijing Zoo to see the famous Pandas. Tonight, savor dinner featuring China's famous Peking duck and bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Beijing
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 14DAY 14, Wednesday - Flight to Hong KongWed, Sep 16, 2026Head to the airport this morning for your flight to Hong Kong situated on China's south coast, known for its expansive skyline and deep natural harbor. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Later, take an orientation walk around Kowloon. The rest of the evening is at leisure to explore on your own
Overnight: Hong Kong
Meals: Breakfast - Day 15DAY 15, Thursday - Hong Kong City TourThu, Sep 17, 2026Begin the day with a tour of Hong Kong Island. Visit Man Mo Temple, one of Hong Kong's oldest and most revered temples. Dedicated to the Civil God and Martial God, the temple is adorned with giant incense coils hanging overhead, golden deities, intricate wood carvings, and murals. Walk along Hollywood Road, a lively street lined with antique shops, art galleries, and trendy cafes to Tai Kwun. Once a colonial-era police station and prison, this heritage and arts center has been transformed into a cultural landmark. Wander through its historic courtyards and explore immersive displays. End the tour at Repulse Bay, a beautiful locale with one of the best beaches in the region. Visit the nearby Tin Hau statue dedicated to the goddess of the sea, before returning to the hotel. Spend the afternoon at leisure, or choose the optional Hong Kong Food Tour. Embark on a journey through Hong Kong's culinary scene, where traditional delicacies and local favorites await
Optional: Hong Kong Food Tour
Overnight: Hong Kong
Meals: Breakfast - Day 16DAY 16, Friday - Full Day in Hong KongFri, Sep 18, 2026Today is free to explore Hong Kong at your own pace. Perhaps, join the optional Lantau Island Tour. Escape the city and explore the natural beauty of Lantau Island. Begin with a cable car ride on the Ngong Ping 360, offering aerial views of lush mountains and the South China Sea. Arriving in Ngong Ping Villager, stroll through this cultural hub before visiting the iconic Tian Tan Buddha. Climb the steps to admire the imposing bronze statue and soak in panoramic views. Next, visit the serene Po Lin Monastery, a sacred Buddhist site before heading back to the hotel. Tonight, have dinner at the hotel
Optional: Lantau Island Tour
Overnight: Hong Kong
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 17DAY 17, Saturday - Depart Hong KongSat, Sep 19, 2026Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.
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†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
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Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers, but does include flights Shanghai-Yichang, Chongqing-Xian, Xian-Beijing, and Beijing-Hong Kong.
Passport information must be submitted to us Travel at least 60 days prior to departure.
Cruise itineraries are subject to change. Alternative sights may be visited depending upon water levels and darkness.
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Triple rooms cannot be accommodated on this program.
All Thursday departures except Mar 12 are scheduled to sail on Victoria Sabrina. The Mar 12 departure is scheduled to sail on the Century Voyage. Saturday departures are scheduled to sail on Victoria Katarina. Please note that the ship is subject to change due to local conditions.
Please note that the following inclusions may contain items that are only applicable when you purchase Land & Air. The brochure prices below are for Land Only - call us for our best deal.
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My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our trip with Affordable Tours/Gate 1. Having a direct flight as opposed to one stop over would have been welcomed as we arrived at Warsaw thoroughly exhausted. Also I would have welcomed the tours starting a little later in the morning. Overall the food, staff and accommodations were great.
The river cruise was superb. I can't think of anything to suggest improvements because everything and everybody was wonderful.
Great price with friendly staff and luscious food. All the tour guides were very knowledgeable on the areas we visited
The tour exceeded our expectations.
The cruise was great and so were all the staff, friendly and helpful. . Accommodations were very nice throughout. Food was delicious. Terrible weather (not just drizzle, but heavy downpour the entire time) ruined a couple of our optional excursions. Of course this is no one’s fault, but it is a caution for operator when determining pricing that it can turn out to be an awful day for which people have paid a lot of money, and they are told they should pay ahead. There should be plenty of good sized strong umbrellas for all who have paid for the excursion. (Little travel umbrellas are too small). The excursions when weather was nice were very informative and enjoyable and the guides were wonderful. Tour director was excellent, as was the activities director.
The staff on the Monarch Baroness was exceptionally pleasant and service-oriented. The cruise director had everything on and off the boat extremely well organized.
Was pleasantly surprised. Probably one of my best river cruises. The staff was amazing.
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We really enjoyed the river cruise. The accommodations were as expected, and we were very happy with that. It had enough closet space and the rooms were very comfortable.
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Pleasantly surprised at good quality, drinks offered, optional tours!
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