Discover China

2008 2009

Chinese River Cruises

China dominates a vast portion of the Eurasian continent, encompassing the earth's highest mountains, biggest desert and third longest river in the world.  Home of the oldest civilisation on the planet, today's China is full of amazing contrasts; the world's largest population, wild and rugged landscapes; remote villages where water buffalo still plow hand-planted fields and thriving urban centres jarring Western influences.  You owe it to yourself to discover this fascinating developing nation, from her imperial roots to her very lifeblood - the mighty Yangtze River.  Whichever of our varied itineraries you choose, you will find a holiday rich in beauty, culture and discovery. 

2009 Beijing - Shanghai

2009 China's Cultural Delights, from £2965

18 days/17nights, March-November

This 18-day adventure explores China's cradle of culture with a 10-day cruise on the Yangtze all the way from Chongqing to Nanjing. You'll still see the wonders of Beijing, Xian and Shanghai, but on this cruise you uncover the roots of Chinese civilisation from Jingdezhen, birthplace of porcelain; Mt. Jiu Hua’s remote Buddhist Temple complex; to Nanjing, former capital of ancient China; and beautiful Suzhou with its famed gardens. This adventure is for those who want to really understand the origins of Chinese culture.
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2009 Shanghai - Beijing

2009 Imperial Jewels of China, from £2365

13 Days/12 nights, March-November

You'll have time to explore cosmopolitan Shanghai, China's most cutting-edge, modern city. Next you'll cruise the legendary Yangtze from Wuhan, starting with a visit to the engineering marvel of the Three Gorges dam, through the widly beautiful Three Gorges and Lesser Gorges before you reach Chongqing. You'll visit Xian, home of the terracotta warriors. Finally in Beijing, you'll explore historic treasures like The Forbidden City, Great Wall and famed Summer Palace.
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2009 Beijing - Shanghai

2009 Roof of the World, from £3235

17 days/16 nights, April-October

Explore Tibet on this exotic 17-day adventure including Beijing, Xian, Shanghai and a 6-day Yangtze River Cruise. You'll discover the many faces of China, from her imperial treasures in Beijing and Xian, to bustling Shanghai and the unique beauty of the Yangtze's gorges. But with this journey, you'll visit Jokhang Temple, considered the holiest of Buddhism; Potala Palace, former home of the Dalai Lamas, and much more. Truly, this is an adventurer's journey of a lifetime.
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