China Tours | Jiuzhaigou & Zhangjiajie
Chengdu, Huanglong, Jiuzhaigou, Leshan, Mt. Emei, Zhangjiajie, Yichang, Yangtze River Three Gorges Cruise, Chongqing 15 Days
Tour code: CS04
| Year 2025 Departure Date (Depart on Monday) |
Land Tour Fare | China Domestic Airfare | Int'l Airfare | Single Supplement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAR 17, 31 | $2799 | $200 | --- | $1000 |
| APR 07, 14 | $2799 | $200 | --- | $1000 |
| MAY 05, 19 | $2799 | $200 | --- | $1000 |
| JUN 02, 16 | $2799 | $200 | --- | $1000 |
| JUL 07, 21 | $2799 | $200 | --- | $1000 |
| AUG 04, 18 | $2799 | $200 | --- | $1000 |
| SEP 01, 08, 15 | $2799 | $200 | --- | $1000 |
| OCT 06, 13, 20, 27 | $2799 | $200 | --- | $1000 |
| NOV 10 | $2799 | $200 | --- | $1000 | * Land Tour Fare are per person in U.S. dollars based on two adults sharing one twin bedded room, double occupancy and does not include any air ticket. A customer who travels alone is required to pay a single room supplement. Children under 12 (2-11 years of age) share room with adult and not asking for extra bed, the rate is 90% of the adult price. If asking for extra bed, the price is the same as adult. Children 12 and older will be charged at the adult fare. |
Day 1 USA - Chengdu
Today we board an international flight bound for Chengdu, China. Cross the International Date Line.
Day 2 Chengdu
Arrive in Chengdu. Our guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the luxury hotel for rest and relaxation. Chengdu is the capital of "Heavenly State" (Tian Fu Zhi Guo), habitat of giant pandas and city of cotton-rose hibiscus. Benefiting from Dujiangyan Irrigation Project which was constructed in 256 B.C., Sichuan Province is reputed as "Tian Fu Zhi Guo", literally a place richly endowed with natural resources. Chengdu, as the capital, is extremely productive. The Min and Tuo Rivers, two branches of the Yangtze River, connected to forty other rivers, supply an irrigation area of more than 700 square kilometres (270.27 square miles) with 150-180 million kilowatts of water. Consisting of abundant mineral resources, the land is extremely fertile.
Day 3 Chengdu
In the morning, tour the Chengdu Panda Base. Chengdu Panda Base was founded in 1987, it started with 6 giant pandas that were rescued from the wild. It had about 150 panda births, and the captive panda population has grown to about 100 now. Visit Kuanzhai Alley. Kuanzhai Alley is a newly renovated Qing dynasty district in Chengdu, made up of three parallel lanes lined with traditional Chinese architecture. Kuanzhai Alley is a good place to stroll, try some local food, shop for souvenirs, and get a taste of local culture. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Marquis Wu and the Thatched Cottage of Du Fu. Enjoy the famous Sichuan local cuisine for dinner today.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 Chengdu - Huanglong - Jiuzhaigou
In the morning, take the high- speed train to Huanglong Jiuzhai. Upon arrival, tour to Huanglong. Huanglong is the world natural heritage site, famed for its peculiar karsts landscape and multihued ponds that are set off picturesquely by snow-top mountains, vertical ravines and vast forests. Finish sightseeing the main scenic spots in Huanglong, we drive to Jiuzhaigou.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Jiuzhaigou
The fairyland - Jiuzhaigou, the world natural heritage site, has been known for its natural wonders in terms of colorful waters appearing to be either magically peacock blue or emerald. All those who encounter it are overwhelmed by the breathtaking beauty of both its landscape and its lakes, springs, waterfalls, streams, rivers and shoals Jiuzhaigou National Park is a network of valleys in Sichuan province, it is located in Jiuzhaigou County, 450 kilometers to the north of Chengdu. Its name is due to the existence of nine stockaded villages of Tibetan origin, and it is always regarded as a holy mountain and watercourse by the Tibetan people. In the northern Shuzheng Valley, Nuorilang Waterfall cascades from the edge of a large tree-fringed lake. The Zharu Monastery is a place of worship for the park’s Tibetan villages. In the south, Rize Valley’s mountains are covered with ancient forests. Fallen trees are scattered on the bottom of the striking, multicolored Five Flower Lake. Jiuzhaigou is a great masterpiece of nature having dreamlike scenery and abundant natural resources. The best time to visit Jiuzhaigou is autumn, especially September and October. Whole day excursion exploring the fantasy of Jiuzhaigou including visits to Shuzheng Waterfall, Changhai Lake, the River View Pavilion and Tibetan Village. Enjoy a cultural performance of "Jiuzhai Romance" at night.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Jiuzhaigou - Chengdu - Leshan - Mt. Emei
After breakfast, we take the high speed train back to Chengdu. Later proceed by bus to Leshan, the tour of Leshan includes a cruise on Min River, and a view of Leshan Grand Buddha, the largest stone-carved Buddha in the whole world, described as "A mountain emerges as a Buddha, and a Buddha- a mountain". Finish sightseeing at Leshan, before we drive to Mt. Emei, enjoy the local cuisine dinner - Tofu Banquet.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Mt. Emei
A cable car ride takes us up to the Golden Summit. Sightseeing of Golden Summit at Mt. Emei. The Golden Summit rises over 3000 meters above sea level. There one may find an advantage point to appreciate sunrise, to view the sea of clouds, the Buddhist lamps and particularly the Buddhist flory which is most wonderful and captivating. Tonight we will enjoy Emei Vegetarian Dinner.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Mt. Emei - Dujiangyan - Chengdu - Zhangjiajie
After breakfast, visit Qingyanggong, the best preserved memorial temple for Lao Zi. Then, we travel to Dujiangyan, the ancient irrigation system. In the afternoon, we return to Chengdu and fly to Zhangjiajie.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie is acclaimed for its fantastic formations of peaks, crystal clear water, spectacular karst caves and the unrivalled high percentage of forest cover. Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Scenic Area is acclaimed for its fantastic formations of peaks, crystal clear water, spectacular karst caves and the unrivalled high percentage of forest cover and was listed as a world heritage site in 1992. Today our tour will start with a visit to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, the first authorized national forest park in China. Together with Suoxi Valley Nature Reserve and Tianzi Hill Nature Reserve, it makes up the famous Wulingyuan Scenic Area. Tianmen Mountain is one of the most representative natural sceneries of Zhangjiajie, we will take the cable car up Tianmen Mountain and tour the Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park. For dinner we are served the local Tujia Minority Cuisine. After dinner, we enjoy the entertainment of special effect show “Tienmen Mountain Fox Fairy”.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 Zhangjiajie
Today we continue our sightseeing tour in Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Scenic Area. First we will visit to another reserve - Tianzi Hill. We ascend and descend Mt. Tianzi by cable car. Mt. Tianzi has been given a sobriquet "King of Hoodoos", it is characteristic of the area to have high and dense hoodoos. Have a local flavor dinner.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 Zhangjiajie - Yichang - Three Gorges
After breakfast, we drive to Yichang. On the way to Yichang, we will visit Jingzhou old town. Afterwards, we are transferred to the docks to board our five-star Victoria Cruise vessel and begin our exciting Yangtze River adventure. Our hearts fill with excitement and anticipation as the ship departs in the night to sail up this mighty and mysterious river.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 Three Gorges
Victoria Cruises is the only American cruise line currently sailing China's Yangtze River. The Long River has been shaping China's geography and culture for thousands of years. It evokes a sense of timelessness. Enjoy the river's primordial wonders in the civilized comforts and amenities on board. Today we visit the Three Gorges Dam, the world's largest hydroelectric dam under construction. Dubbed the "Great Wall across the River", the dam's mandates are to control floods, improve navigation, and produce huge amounts of electricity. We sailing in the afternoon and the Xiling Gorge looms ahead. Xiling is the longest of the Three Gorges and its treacherous frothing currents demand skillful piloting.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 Three Gorges
The next Gorge we pass through is the Wu Gorge. Here, the long River turns and twists at very sharp angles while towering peaks, called the "12 Holy Peaks", look down. Try to catch a glimpse of the Goddess Peak for good luck. We reach Wushan and drop anchor. We arrive at Wushan to board small motorized sampans which afford us access to the Shennong Stream via the Daning River. We return to our ship in the afternoon and sail to the last remaining Gorge.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14 Three Gorges
Today sail through the last remaining gorge, the Qutang Gorge. Though the shortest of the Three Gorges, Qutang's soaring cliffs are the highest and its waters the most powerful. In the past, its churning whirlpools and swells and flying debris were feared as representations of the "river dragon". Today's travelers in modern ships safely and routinely ply these perilous rapids.Depending on the river conditions, our shore excursion takes us to either Fengdu or Shibaozhai (Please note: All shore excursions are at your own expense). The “Ghost City” Fengdu is known for its statues of ghosts and devils on Mingshan Hill. Shibaozhai’s attraction lays with its 12-story tall wooden pagoda, amazingly built 400 years ago without use of a single nail. After returning safely to our ship we again set sail.
Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15 Chongqing - USA
This morning, our Victoria Cruises ship's arrival in Chongqing marks the end of the memorable Three Gorges cruise. You are transferred to airport for your return flight back to your home. You will be in the United States the same day. End of tour.
Includes Breakfast
land Tour Fare Includes
1. Five star hotel accommodations or local best hotel accommodations;
2. Three meals a day in China as specified in itinerary including daily breakfast in hotels and local specialty cuisines;
3. Local transportation inside China as specified in itinerary;
4. All entrance fees to the sightseeing sites as outlined in itinerary;
5. Experienced and knowledgeable English speaking tour guide throughout China;
6. Travel accident insurance.
land Tour Fare not Includes
1. Chinese Visa fee;
2. Tips to tour guides and drivers.
Meals
Three meals a day for the entire trip as specified in the itinerary.
Buffet breakfast or Chinese breakfast each morning at hotel.
Chinese lunches and dinners at local restaurants.
Local Specialty Dinners
Chengdu: Sichuan Local Cuisine
Leshan: Tofu Banquet
Emeishan: Emei Vegetarian Dinner
Zhangjiaje: Local Tujia Minority Cuisine
Entertainment
Jiuzhaigou………Cultural performance of "Jiuzhai Romance"
Zhangjiajie..........Tianmen Mountain Fox Fairy Show
HOTELS
Chengdu..........Crowne Plaza Chengdu City Centre (5 stars)
Jiuzhaigou.......Howard Johnson Tian Yuan Jiuzhaigou (5 stars)
Mt. Emei..….....Emei Mountain Yuquan Bay Hotel (5 Stars)
Zhangjiajie.. ....Zhangjiajie Neodalle Hotel (5 stars)
Yangtze River.. .Victoria Cruises (5 stars)
COMPLIMENTARY
A bottle of mineral water provided on the bus every day;
Luggage tag and badge provided for your convenience.
