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Exquisite China Premier Tour 33 DAYS 9-10: YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE Relax as you explore the landscape along the Yangtze River with onboard activities and exciting shore excursions, which may include Shibaozhai and Shennong Stream. Sail through the Three Gorges Dam Ship Locks, a mind-boggling spectacle (B, L, D) DAY 11: 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 12: SHANGHAI – DAY TOUR TO ZHUJIAJIAO Spend the morning exploring the sleepy water town of Zhujiajiao where narrow alleyways exude old world charm. (B) DAY 13: SHANGHAI Discover the Yu Gardens before wandering the Old Town. Explore the fascinating Shanghai Museum and ascend the dizzy heights of the Shanghai Financial Center. Dine on acclaimed dumplings at Din Tai Fung and toast the end of the tour with a cocktail in a smart rooftop bar with views of the Pudong skyline. (B, L, D) DAY 14: DEPART SHANGHAI Take the super-fast Maglev train to the airport to board your flight to the US. (B) The Great Wall 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 • Chengdu Ritz Carlton 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 Quintessential Sichuan hot pot at Shu Jiu Xiang 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 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 • Learn about the panda bears with a reserve expert GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Outbound Return To USA Rates* MAY 8, 2015 MAY 21, 2015 SEP 11, 2015 SEP 24, 2015 OCT 9, 2015 OCT 22, 2015 NOTE: SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT APPLIES. For your convenience, we implement a one time tipping protocol of $112 per person on this tour to be paid locally. $4,990