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Legends of China Premier Tour 35 DAY 10: YANGSHUO TO CHONGQING YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE EMBARKATION Fly to Chongqing and meander through the narrow streets of Ciqikou, lined with historical homes. Board the plush President No. 8 cruise vessel for the next three nights. Note: Shore excursions are subject to change depending on local conditions. Detailed daily itineraries will be handed out on the vessel each day. (B, L, D) DAYS 11-12: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE Relax as you explore the landscape along the Yangtze River with onboard activities and exciting shore excursions, which may include the Ghost City of Shibaozhai and Shennong Stream. Sail through the Three Gorges Dam Ship Locks, a mind-boggling spectacle. (B, L, D) DAY 13: DISEMBARK CRUISE – YICHANG TO SHANGHAI One of China's most legendary engineering projects awaits today. Visit the site of the Three Gorges Dam, the largest water conservancy project ever undertaken. Disembark and fly to Shanghai. (B, L) DAY 14: SHANGHAI – DAY TOUR TO ZHUJIAJIAO Spend the morning exploring a sleepy water town. Zhujiajiao's narrow alleyways exude old world charm, while its waterways are crossed by old stone bridges. (B) DAY 15: SHANGHAI Discover the Yu Gardens before wandering the Old Town and Shanghai Museum. Ascend to the Financial Center's viewing platform before dining on acclaimed dumplings at Din Tai Fung. End the evening with a cocktail at the legendary M on the Bund rooftop with views of Pudong skyline. (B, L, D) DAY 16: DEPART SHANGHAI Take the super-fast Maglev train to the airport to board your flight to the US. (B) INSIDER EXPERIENCES • Practice the art of tai chi at the Temple of Heaven • Champagne toast at the top of the Great Wall • A special souvenir from our calligraphy lesson at a local hutong home • Join Xian's best chefs at a dumpling-making class • Tour the Terracotta Warriors with an on-site archaeologist GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Outbound Return To USA Rates* MAY 13, 2015 MAY 28, 2015 SEP 16, 2015 OCT 1, 2015 OCT 14, 2015 OCT 29, 2015 NOTE: SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT APPLIES. For your convenience, we implement a one time tipping protocol of $128 per person on this tour to be paid locally. $5,590 MEALS INCLUDED: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner Consult your travel agent for more details on this and other escorted tours. PREMIER COLLECTION HIGHLIGHTS: LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS Beijing Shangri-La • Xian Shangri-La • Guilin Sheraton Yangshuo Resort • Yangtze River cruise vessel President No. 8 Shanghai Grand Central Hotel GOURMET DINNERS Legendary Peking duck at Quanjude Restaurant Decadent dumpling dinner & demo at De Fa Chang Relaxing atmosphere at Pure Lotus Vegetarian Acclaimed dumplings at Din Tai Fung Farewell cocktail at the swanky M on the Bund rooftop *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Visa services & fees for US and Canadian passport holders only Group airport transfers Domestic airfare and current taxes (within China) Domestic ground transportation (within China) Premier accommodations and taxes • Gourmet meals as indicated Sightseeing and entrance fees with English-speaking guide National Escort throughout with Local Insider Guides at each destination Terracotta Warriors, Xian