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Wonders of China and the Mighty Yangtze
15 DAYS FROM £1419
The tour guide who was with us throughout was first class, he took away all of the worries about being in a different environment and did so with cheerfulness and efficiency.
We took three internal flights, plus and over night of a train, plus a four day boat trip, everything ran very smoothly and on time. We stayed in 7 different hotels/train/boat all very good, well positioned and the service was excellent.
One of the highlights - and there were many - was the food. We were served a wonderful array of local food, well served and delicious - we were experts with chopsticks by the end of the holiday.
The selection of places we visited was just right, although somedays were very tiring. We saw all the major site with Xian and the Terracotta Warriors being my particular favourite, they really are breathtaking. We even saw Panda's a real treat and a lovely moment.
There are street vendors at most of the major site, but they are not intimidating as they can be elsewhere and by and large what they are selling are worth buying and haggling is fun, they make great gifts for the kids.
For more serious purchases, jade of course, fresh water pearls, silk in every shape and colour and Chinese art, some of their pictures are charming and not to expensive.
One thing which surprised us was when the guide referred to 'the old days' he was often talking about 20 - 25 years ago, we tend to forget how much of China's culture was destroyed during the Cultural Revolution. There has been a lot of restoration of the ancient sites and most of the city's are less than 15 years old, it is quite difficult getting your mind around the fact that in Shanghai for instance there are 30.7 million people, the skyline is magnificent.
We would totally recommend the trip, it is an experience but don't expect a rest.
From the minute we arrived at Heathrow until we arrived back exhausted but very happy every thing ran like clockwork, which was no mean feat considering the various flights, coaches, trains and boats that the trip involved.
We were also a very large group, requiring two coaches but our guide Anne was efficient, knowledgeable and calm at all times. The various guides and all the hotels were fantastic.
All the places that we visited will never be forgotten, and we will have no hesitation in booking another tour, which will certainly be with Archers.
Thank you for a wonderful holiday.
The sun shone most of the time, even if through the haze, and our fellow travellers were good company. Altogether an unforgettable holiday.
Your rep who met us at Heathrow was very pleasant and helpful, check in was quick and smooth, the cabin staff on board our aircraft were wonderful and the food and service was great. All the tours were fabulous, the hotels and restaurants you chose could not have been better, they were just first class.
The cruise was really superb, all of the crew were just great, so friendly and helpful and they put on a great show every night. We had a cabin with a balcony, which was roomy and comfortable and the food was just fantastic.
All the local guides we had were very friendly, helpful and very knowledgeable. Our rep and guide throughout the whole two weeks, Kitty Shi, was the most friendly, pleasant helpful and knowledgeable rep we have ever had and we have been going abroad for almost forty years. She could not do enough for us; she really helped make our holiday fabulous and memorable.
We will definitely be going on holiday with Archers again and will recommend your company to all of our friends.
Thank you for taking the time to read my letter and thank you once again from my wife and myself for such a wonder holiday, one we will never forget.
We were very impressed with your company and are considering just which holiday to choose next year.
The organisation, planning, hotels and guides were all excellent; we will most certainly consider another of your tours, and again thank you for a great holiday.
We have just returned from China on tour (Wonders of China & The Mighty Yangtze). Everything was so well organised. We were on the go from early morning to night time, but enjoyed every minute of it, the highlights being the Great Wall and the Terracotta Soldiers, but everything was so wonderful and breathtaking. I would recommend this holiday to anybody. The cruise on the Yangtze was more than we ever dreamed of, and the crew entertained us every night.
Thanks to our courier, Jessica, we had a marvellous time, looking forward to our cruise in September, even looking at the brochures for next year.
July 2006, we went on the China Holiday, it was absolutely unforgettable! Terracotta Warriors where my husband celebrated his birthday, and a walk along the Great Wall of China were just a few highlights of the trip. We extended our holiday to visit Inner Mongolia, only four of us on this trip and we were treated like celebrities! Chauffeur driven.
The most amazing experience was rising at 4.15am to watch sunrise over the grasslands, absolutely breath-taking! We spent a few nights sleeping in a yurt, and experienced the food and culture of Mongolia. Everything on trip was so well organised with Archers, which adds to the pleasure of the holiday. We would not even contemplate travelling with any other company now, and have recommended Archers Direct to a number of people.
February 27th 2007 is our Silver Wedding Anniversary and we look forward to celebrating it cruising down the Nile. Who else would we travel with? Archers Direct.
Archers organisation of this tour was spot on( besides leisure time). I will certainley be looking at booking another holiday with them in the future.
Visit the enchanting cities of China, cruise amongst the spectacular Yangtze Gorges, and marvel at the magnificent Terracotta Warriors.
Included highlights
Shanghai City sightseeing, evening acrobatic show
Wuhan Provincial Museum
Yangtze River Cruise Three Gorges Dam, Lesser Three Gorges (or Shennong Stream), Shibaozhai pagoda
Chongqing City tour
Xian Terracotta Warriors, Wild Goose Pagoda, Tang Palace evening dinner show, City Wall
Beijing Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Peking Duck dinner
Suzhou Garden of the Master of Nets, Panmen Gate, rickshaw ride, Grand Canal cruise
Price Includes
Flights: UK - Shanghai - Wuhan; Chongqing - Xian - Beijing; Shanghai - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Meals on tour 13 breakfasts (B), 12 lunches (L), 13 dinners (D)
Travel on tour by comfortable air-conditioned transport
English speaking guide on tour
Transfers between the overseas airports, hotels and cruise ship
All local and airport taxes
Not included in the price Tipping is at your own discretion, as a guide we recommend £3 per person per day
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: Depart UK.
Overnight flight to Shanghai.
DAY 2: Shanghai.
On arrival in Shanghai, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for two nights. The rest of the day is at leisure, which gives you time to experience the sophisticated and exciting city, once known as the 'Paris of the Orient'. (D)
DAY 3: Shanghai.
Today we immerse ourselves in cosmopolitan Shanghai, with tours of the surreal Yu Yuan Garden with its Ming Dynasty miniature landscapes, the famous Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai Museum and a stroll along The Bund (Shanghai's famous waterside boulevard). After dinner you'll enjoy an included acrobatics show. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: Shanghai - Wuhan.
This morning is at leisure before your transfer to the airport for the afternoon flight to Wuhan - the capital of Hubei Province and scene of China's 1911 revolution against the Manchu dynasty, for an overnight stay. (B, L, D)
DAY 5: Wuhan - Yichang.
This morning visit Wuhan Provincial Museum with its extraordinary 5th century Chinese relics, before travelling to Yichang to join your cruise boat in the early evening for your four night Yangtze odyssey. (B, L, D)
DAY 6: Yangtze River.
Setting sail in the early morning, your cruise boat will glide through the dramatic Three Gorges Dam Five Stage Ship Lock and the hauntingly serene Xiling Gorge. A shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam site, one of modern man's most remarkable undertakings, completes an enthralling day. (B, L, D)
DAY 7: Yangtze River.
Another unforgettable day, with a shore visit to the Shennong Stream (or Lesser Three Gorges). We also pass through Wu Gorge and Qutang Gorge. (B, L, D)
DAY 8: Yangtze River.
Today you will visit Shibaozhai - an ancient pagoda, known as the shining pearl on the Yangtze. (B, L, D)
DAY 9: Yangtze River - Chongqing - Xian.
You will disembark your cruise boat at Chongqing for a short city tour, which takes in the zoo (a chance to see pandas) and the Old Town area. Afternoon flight to Xian for a two night visit. (B, L, D)
DAY 10: Xian. Included Terracotta Warriors.
A much anticipated day discovering the highlights of Xian, one of greatest cities civilisation has ever known. You will see the breathtaking Terracotta Warriors - 8,000 hand-carved life-size warriors buried alongside China's first emperor. You will also visit the Banpo Neolithic Museum. In the evening, enjoy an included dinner and show at the Tang Palace Theatre Restaurant. (B, L, D)
DAY 11: Xian - Beijing.
We start with a morning tour of Xian's 7th century Wild Goose Pagoda and the stunning city walls built on foundations partially made from rice, followed by our flight to Beijing for two nights in this vibrant, historic city. (B, L, D)
DAY 12: Beijing.
An included full day tour of the legendary Great Wall of China at Juyunguan Pass. Stretching 6,000 kilometres and dating back to the Ming period, this startling edifice will stay etched in your memory forever. Other highlights include the Summer Palace with its ornate pavilions and halls and the fabled Sacred Way. In the evening, enjoy a Peking Duck dinner. (B, L, D)
DAY 13: Beijing - Suzhou by train.
Another fascinating day lies ahead with absorbing sightseeing in Beijing. We visit vast Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, seat of China's emperors. A visit to the 15th century Temple of Heaven also awaits before this evening, when you'll board an overnight train to Suzhou, one of China's most charming cities, known for its canals, arched bridges and silk-making.
Note: Accommodation on the train between Beijing and Suzhou will be in private sleeper compartments. There are two toilets in each carriage, one at each end, and a wash room. There is a dining carriage with a small bar on board. (B, L, D)
DAY 14: Suzhou. Included sightseeing.
After breakfast visit the Garden of the Master of the Nets, a beautiful miniature garden set beside a small lake, a Suzhou silk reeling factory and the city's enchanting Panmen Gate. You will then take a rickshaw ride to the canal for a short boat ride along its leisurely Grand Canal, before continuing to your hotel. (B, L, D)
DAY 15: Suzhou - Shanghai - UK.
Transfer to Shanghai Airport for your overnight flight to the UK. (B)
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Visa Requirements
A visa is required for entry into China. This must be obtained prior to departure.
Accommodation on Tour
Shanghai: Zhao An (3*); Wuhan: Holiday Inn Riverside (4*); Xian: Garden (4*);Beijing: Plaza (4*); Suzhou: Bamboo Grove (4*).
Note: Tour hotels will be as specified or alternatives of a similar standard.
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View Holiday PhotosPresident No. 6
President No. 6, is also known as the Yangtze Paradise. Her elegant European design, excellence in service and a leisurely lifestyle in opulent surroundings has won for herself the title of 'Eden of the Yangtze'. An excellent way to experience the culture and colourful history of China.
Public Rooms & Facilities
The ship has a restaurant; coffee shop; ballroom; bars, inner and outer viewing areas; beauty salon; foot massage.
Dining
Your cruise is on a full board basis. During the cruise enjoy traditional Chinese cuisine made and arranged by a high class chef. Breakfast and lunch feature a Chinese and Western style buffet. Dinner will be Chinese cuisine.
Cabins
All twin bedded cabins are outside facing with large windows with views over the river. Each cabin has air-conditioning, private facilities and satellite television. Your holiday price includes a standard cabin with window.
Options
Single Cabin; Cabin with balcony.
Note: Please note sailing times and itineraries are subject to change. Whilst the order of the itinerary is subject to change the content will not be sacrificed in anyway. Occasionally it may be necessary to use alternative cruise ships of the same standard and with similar facilities.
Holiday Extensions
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View Holiday PhotosWonders of China and the Mighty Yangtze + Hainan Island - 4 Extra nights from £446
You can extend your China holiday with a 3 night stay in the picturesque beach resort of Sanya Bay on Hainan Island. Located just off China's south coast, Hainan Island deserves its reputation as the 'Oriental Hawaii', enjoying a pleasant year round climate, tropical scenery and white sand beaches.
On the last day of your tour fly from Shanghai to Sanya for a 3 night stay at the Holiday Inn Sanya Bay. At the end of your stay, fly back to Shangahi for an overnight stay, before returning to the airport for your flight to the UK. -
View Holiday PhotosWonders of China and the Mighty Yangtze + Hong Kong - 4 Extra nights from £224
Experience the teeming streets of the Central District, Causeway Bay or Kowloon's 'Golden Mile'. Just an hour from the city's vibrant atmosphere are paddy fields and mountain ranges providing a further dimension to this unique holiday destination.
Accommodation on Extensions
Wonders of China and the Mighty Yangtze + Hainan Island - 4 Extra nights from £446
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View Holiday PhotosHoliday Inn Sanya Bay
Set close to the beach, this well-appointed resort hotel offers a fine selection of relaxational, recreational and entertainment facilities. For those who wish to explore, colourful Sanya City is just 8km away (reachable by the hotel's shuttle bus - a small charge may apply) and boasts a lively downtown area with markets selling spices and local produce.
Location: Next to Sanya Bay beach and 8km from Sanya City
Facilities: Outdoor swimming pool with swim up bar; international restaurant; Chinese restaurant; bar and lounge area; pool bar; beach bar; jacuzzi; fitness centre; sauna; spa; tennis court; billiards; cycle hire; gift shop; laundry facilities.
Note: Some facilities may incur a local charge.
Price includes: Bed and breakfast in a twin room with air conditioning; private bath and shower; hairdryer; satellite television; tea and coffee making facilities; mini-bar and safe.
Wonders of China and the Mighty Yangtze + Hong Kong - 4 Extra nights from £224
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View Holiday PhotosMetropark Hotel Kowloon
The Metropark Hotel Kowloon is situated within the heart of the Kowloon district and provides easy access to Hong Kong's major shopping areas, yet is set back from the bustle of the city, making it a peaceful haven of comfort in the heart of Hong Kong.
Location: The Metropark is situated in the bustling area of Mongkok with numerous shopping arcades, and entertainment places just round the corner.
Facilities: Swimming pool; poolside bar; health club; restaurants and bars; satellite TV.
Price includes: Room only in a well-appointed twin room with individually-controlled air-conditioning; TV with in-house movie system; radio channels; tea/coffee maker; minibar; refrigerator and private bathroom.
Options: Breakfast; single room.
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View Holiday PhotosEaton
The Eaton Hotel is a quality, affordable hotel that caters for both business and leisure travellers visiting Hong Kong.
Location: The Eaton Hotel is located in Nathan Road, at the heart of Kowloon's shopping and entertainment district and in close proximity to all local transportation.
Facilities: Restaurants; bars; internet access; laundry facilities; lounge; cocktail bar.
Activities: Swimming pool; gymnasium.
Price includes: Room only in a twin room with air-conditioning; cable/satellite TV; minibar; hairdryer and private bathroom.
Options: Breakfast; single room.
Official category: 4 star.
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