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20 Grand Yangtze 18-DAY ITINERARY, CLASSIC TOUR Spend eight glorious nights cruising down the mighty Yangtze River. Discover the history and culture in China's greatest cities and enjoy a leisurely, luxurious cruise along the mighty Yangtze River with five-star specialists Victoria Cruises. Explore the former imperial capital of Nanjing and beautiful Mt. Huang before sailing through the dramatic Three Gorges. Macau Air Road Boat Hong Kong Beijing (3N) Chongqing Shanghai (2N) Xian (2N) Chengdu (1N) Yichang 0 400 miles 0 400 km Inbound (1N) Yangtze River Cruise (8N) Wuhan Fengdu Nanjing Mt. Huang GRAND YANGTZE DAY 1: DEPART THE US Depart on your overnight flight from the US to China. DAY 2: ARRIVE SHANGHAI Upon arrival in Shanghai, you are met and transferred to your hotel. DAY 3: SHANGHAI Sightseeing today includes a stroll through the beautiful Yu Gardens and the Old Town, as well as a visit to the Shanghai Museum. You also walk along the famous Bund, with its colonial architecture, and explore the restored Xintiandi area, with its unique 1920s-style shikumen buildings. In the evening, take a cruise on the panoramic Huangpu River. (B, L, D) DAY 4: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE EMBARKATION Board the five star Victoria Cruises Yangtze River ship and spend eight nights sailing to Chongqing. (B, L, D) (**Yangtze River Cruise itineraries and excursions are subject to change due to water levels, river conditions and cruise line. Alternate excursions may be substituted at the discretion of the cruise company and cannot be guaranteed.) DAY 5: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE Enjoy a full-day shore excursion to the ancient capital of Nanjing to visit the Dr. Sun Yat Sen Mausoleum and the memorial to Nanjing's Second World War victims. (B, L, D) DAY 6: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE Drive to Jiuhuashan, known for its oddly shaped peaks, creating a stunning and inspirational view. Explore this exquisite site with a visit to the Huacheng Temple, the Saint Flesh Mortal Mummy Temple and Jiuhua Ancient Street. Board a cable car to the summit to visit the Longevity Temple and see the master monk Wuxia Mummy as well as the Natural Sleeping Buddha. DAY 7: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE Enjoy a shore excursion of Wuhan, capital of Hubei Province and visit the Hubei Provincial Museum. (B, L, D) DAY 8: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE Spend the day relaxing aboard the ship as you continue cruising upstream towards Yichang. (B, L, D) Wuhan