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DAY 9: YICHANG The Three Gorges Dam is the world's largest hydroelectric project and it has changed the landscape along the shores of the Yangtze River. You will have the opportunity to visit the Three Gorges Dam site to see this engineering wonder before cruising along the most scenic section of the Yangtze, the Three Gorges. As you enter the Three Gorges, you will leave the modern world behind and become captivated by the picturesque landscape reminiscent of traditional Chinese paintings and folk tales. (B, L, D) DAY 10: DANING RIVER SMALL GORGES Explore the splendid landscapes up close as you board a small boat and cruise along a small tributary of the Yangtze, passing local villages, mysterious caves, monkeys and emerald waters. (B, L, D) DAY 11: FENGDU Early this morning you will explore Fengdu, a truly fascinating ancient 'Ghost City' which gained its reputation during the Eastern Han Dynasty. You will see images of demons representing the Chinese people's imaginings of Hell. (B, L, D) DAY 12: CHONGQING TO CHENGDU Disembark your cruise in Chongqing this morning and drive to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province. Enjoy a sumptuous banquet of traditional Sichuan cuisine. (B, L, D) TOUR DATES & RATES Outbound APR 16, 2013 SEP 10, 2013 OCT 8, 2013 Return To USA MAY 3, 2013 SEP 27, 2013 OCT 25, 2013 Rates* $3,995 $4,528 $4,528 $4,528 NOTE: SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT APPLIES. For your convenience, we implement a one time tipping protocol of $125 per person on this tour to be paid locally. MEALS INCLUDED: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner Consult your travel agent for more details on this and other escorted tours. *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Visa services and fees for US and Canada passports only Domestic airfare and current taxes (within China) Airport transfers • Meals as indicated Sightseeing with English speaking guide • Entrance fees Evening entertainment and feature dinners 5 star hotel accommodations and taxes DAY 13: CHENGDU TO XIAN Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding before flying to Xian. This evening, enjoy a Shui Jiao Dumpling banquet at De Fa Chang Restaurant and enjoy a performance of music and dance dating back to the Tang Dynasty. (B, L, D) DAY 14: XIAN Explore one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th Century, the life-sized Terracotta Warriors and Horses. You will also visit the Ancient City Wall, one of the best preserved in all of China. (B, L) DAY 15: XIAN TO BEIJING Wander through the Muslim Quarter and the Islamic food markets. Fly to Beijing and visit the Temple of Heaven. Enjoy dinner at Rose Town Restaurant. (B, L, D) DAY 16: BEIJING Your guide will lead you through the famous Tiananmen Square passing Chairman Mao's Mausoleum, to enter the treasure filled Forbidden City through the Gate of Heavenly Peace. This evening enjoy an acrobatics performance. (B, L) DAY 17: BEIJING It is a lifetime dream of many to visit the Great Wall of China and you will have the opportunity to walk on this magnificent man made structure. This afternoon, wander through the landscaped beauty of the Summer Palace which stretches for close to 2 miles. This evening, you will enjoy the famous dish of Beijing, Peking Duck at Quanjude Restaurant. (B, L, D) DAY 18: BEIJING TO US This morning is free at your leisure before you are transferred to Beijing airport to board your onward flight. (B) Grand Yangtze Deluxe 21