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approximately 12,000 feet above sea level, we spend
the remainder of the day acclimating. B,L,D
Day 10: Lhasa Our tour begins in the heart of the
old city at Jokhang, Tibet’s holiest temple. Built in
647, Jokhang is an intriguing complex that attracts pilgrims day and night. Surrounding Jokhang is Barkhor,
a plaza lined with chanting monks, street performers,
and vendors. Later we tour the summer palace of the
Dalai Lamas at Norbulinka; tonight, we enjoy dinner
at a local restaurant. B,L,D
Day 11: Lhasa Opened to foreigners only since
1984, Tibet is a profoundly spiritual place where
Buddhism has infused all aspects of life for 13 centuries. We see evidence of this at 17th-century Potala
Palace, with 200,000 Buddha images and 1,000 rooms,
some of which we explore this morning. This afternoon we visit the vast Sera Monastery. B,L,D
Day 12: Lhasa/Chongqing We fly today to
Chongqing, where we visit the local zoo to see the
beloved pandas. B,L,D
Day 13: Chongqing/Dazu/Board Ship Today’s
excursion features the Dazu Rock Carvings dating
back more than a millennium – and now a UNESCO
World Heritage site. These cliffside carvings reflect
Buddhist teachings, tenets of Confucianism, and local
folklore. Tonight we board our river ship and set sail
downstream. B,L,D
Day 14: Yangtze Cruising – Shibaozhai or
Fengdu Prized for its haunting natural beauty, the
Yangtze is one of the world’s longest ( 3,600 miles)
and busiest rivers. This afternoon we visit either the
Red Pagoda in Shibaozhai or the “ghost city” of
Fengdu. B,L,D
Day 15: Yangtze Cruising – Qutang Gorge/
Wu Gorge/Small Gorges/Xiling Gorge Today
we pass through narrow Qutang Gorge, followed by
tranquil Wu Gorge. Then we board a small sampan
for a cruise through the stunning Small Gorges, among
the most spectacular sights of our trip. Back on board
our Victoria Cruises ship this afternoon, we enter
42-mile Xiling Gorge. B,L,D
Day 16: Yangtze Cruising – Three Gorges Dam/
Shanghai After visiting the site of the immense Three
Gorges Dam, we continue on to Yichang, where we
disembark and transfer to the airport for the flight to
Shanghai, the “Paris of the East.” B,L
Day 17: Shanghai Our day begins with a walking
tour of the Xin Tian Di shopping and entertainment
area of reconstituted traditional homes. We continue
on to beloved 16th-century Yu Yuan Gardens, whose
plantings, courtyards, and pavilions create the illusion
of mountains, caverns, and lakes. Then after lunch
together we tour the acclaimed Shanghai Museum of
ancient Chinese art and artifacts. Tonight we dine on
our own then attend a lively acrobatics show. B,L
Day 18: Shanghai This morning we visit the Bund,
the mile-long riverside embankment where foreign investors – and their buildings – once held sway. Then
the remainder of the day is at leisure. Tonight we
toast our China adventure at a farewell dinner. B,D
Day 19: Depart for U.S. We depart Shanghai for
our return flight to the U.S. B
Your Tour Price Includes
• Round-trip air transportation from listed cities; all flights
within itinerary
• 17 nights’ accommodations: 3 nights aboard Superior First
Class ship of Victoria Cruises; 14 nights in Deluxe hotels
• 43 meals: 17 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 12 dinners
• Extensive sightseeing as described, including all entrance fees
• Services of an Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director
• Private motorcoach transportation throughout your trip,
including on shore excursions
• Luggage handling for one bag per person
• Gratuities for local guides, dining room servers, airport and
hotel porters, and all drivers
• $100 frequent traveler credit towards your next Odysseys
Unlimited tour ($200 after 3 tours; $300 after 10 tours)
Nanjing Road, Shanghai’s premier shopping street
2018 Tour Dates and Prices
including international airfare and all taxes, surcharges, and fees
May 2
May 9 Sep 5
Aug 22 Sep 12
Mar 22 Apr 18 Oct 10 Sep 26
Mar 28 Oct 24 Oct 17 Oct 3
Los Ang, San Fran $5,887 $6,287 $6,487 $6,587
Port(OR),Seattle $6,087 $6,487 $6,687 $6,787
Boston, Chicago,
New York,Phoenix, $6,187 $6,587 $6,787 $6,887
Washington, DC
Atlanta, Baltimore,
Charlotte, Cinc,
Cleveland,Dallas, $6,287 $6,687 $6,887 $6,987
Den, Detroit, Hou,
Miami, Minn, Orl,
Phil, Tampa
Please call if your city is not listed or for land only prices.
Prices are per person based on double occupancy in an
outside cabin and include airline taxes, surcharges, and
fees of $492, which are subject to change until final payment is made.
Single travelers please add $1,395 Mar-May; $1,695 all
other dates. Your $375 deposit is fully refundable up to 95
days prior to departure. All 2018 tour prices above (
excluding airline taxes, surcharges, and fees) are guaranteed.
Business Class upgrade on round-trip Trans-Pacific flight:
$3,695 per person
Please note: This trip involves full days of sightseeing
and significant amounts of walking. You should be in
good physical condition to enjoy the tour. Lhasa’s
altitude ( 12,090 feet) could pose problems for
travelers with certain health conditions. You should
consult with your physician if you have concerns.
Victoria Cruises Premier Ships
All Cabins: Private balcony; satellite TV with HBO
Launched/Rebuilt:
2004–2011
Registry: Chinese
Crew: 121–189
Air Conditioning: Yes
Decks: 5 or 6
Passenger Capacity:
218–378
Your Tour Price Includes
• 2 nights’ accommodations at Hilton Shanghai (Deluxe)
• 2 meals: 2 breakfasts
• Transfer to the airport
SHANGHAI – ON YOUR OWN
3 days/2 nights for $195 total price
Single Supplement: $165
Spend additional time exploring dynamic
Shanghai, China’s most prosperous, vibrant,
and cosmopolitan city.
Post-Tour Extension
A MAN GROWS TIRED
WHILE STANDING STILL.
– CHINESE PROVERB