After breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of Beijing.

Beijing, the heart of China, is always the first choice of travellers who are willing to know a time-honoured and developed city of China. It has been the political, economic and cultural centre of China for over 800 years from the Yuan Dynasty. The numerous royal buildings with long history endow it with incomparable charm, not only the 'Nation's Best' but also one of the 'World's Best'. On the other hand, as the host city of the 2008 Olympic Games, this oriental ancient city presented her best fashion fascination to the world.

Visit  Tiananmen Square, The monument to the Peoples Heroes, The Forbidden City, Pearl Store, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace etc which are the top attractions of the city.

In the evening enjoy a Kungfu Show at the theatre followed by roast-duck dinner

Further exploration of Beijing, visiting the Ming Tombs – one of the largest clusters of imperial cemeteries in China where 13 of the Ming Dynasty Emperors are buried. the Underground Place, Jade Carving Factory,from where you will know the process of Chinese jade carving and jade culture, The Great Wall at Mutianyu the most beautiful section originally built during the Northern Qi Dynasty in the mid-sixth century, then on to a panoramic view of the The National Stadium and the National Aquatic Centre. In the evening transfer to rail station. Experience China’s fast train to travel to Xian.

Departure at 2100 hrs.  Overnight on board – air-conditioned sleeper class

Meeting and assistance on arrival at 0800 hrs. and transfer to hotel

Breakfast. and later on check-in at the hotel. Later in the morning we proceed for the

Excursion to Terracotta Warriors and Dancheng Museum.

The great archaeological excavation of Qin (221BC-206BC) Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses unfolded a strong army of altogether 7,000 life-size pottery soldiers, horses, chariots and weapons arranged in battle formations symbolically, guarding the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang. The grand Mausoleum of the first emperor of Qin and the warriors and horses buried in loess for over 2,000 years amaze every visitor and is considered as one of the world’s best excavation site

Full day at leisure for own activities. In the evening  - optional cultural programme can be arranged

In the morning we leave by flight to Chongqing,  the starting point for the Yangtze River Cruise but is noted also for its famous chafing dish (hot pot) as well as excellent Sichuan Cuisine, features that you should not miss during your stay. Brief sightseeing tour of the

the city, Small Goose Pagoda and other attractions.. Traditional local dinner and

Transfer to board Yangtze River Cruise 

Take a shore excursion to Shibaozhai, with its impressive wooden pagoda, appropriately named “The Pearl of the Yangtze”. Depending on river conditions, an alternate excursion may be substituted to Fengdu, visiting the new relocation village built for families who have moved as a result of the Yangtze’s rising waters brought about by the Three Gorges Dam or additional Shore Excursion to Fengdu’s “Ghost City” (river conditions permitting), known for its statues of ghosts and devils on Mingshan Hill.

Enter the Three Gorges, one of nature’s most extraordinary sculptures. Today you will pass through the first two—Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge. Qutang Gorge is the shortest (5 miles), narrowest (500 feet), and most dramatic. The 25-mile long Wu Gorge is known for its quiet beauty, forest-covered mountains, and cliffs so sheer that the sun barely penetrates the precipices. Transfer to another vessel for a relaxing excursion through the attractive gorges of Goddess Stream. Depending on river conditions, an alternate excursion may be substituted to the gorges of Shennong Stream. In the evening enjoy Captain’s cocktails and farewell banquet.[ 

In the morning visit the Three Gorges Dam at Sandouping, the largest in the world.  Arrive Yichang by late morning to disembark, then transfer to Wuhan airport for your flight to Shanghai.

Overnight at hotel in Shanghai. 

Sightseeing of Shanghai - Shanghai offers an atmosphere that is comprised of both the traditional Chinese culture and the modern Western culture. Tall skyscrapers in the east side of the city overlook the classical architecture and ancient buildings of the west side. This mixture of Chinese and western culture provides tourists with a wide variety of experiences.

Visit the main attractions – The Jade Buddha Temple, Yuyan Garden, Nanjing shopping street,

The Bund, Silk Centre etc

After breakfast, day free until your transfer to the airport in time to connect your flight back home – Or Optional extension tour destination.