Yangtze Wonders & Hong Kong

Included Highlights

• See giant pandas at Chongqing Zoo

• Experience Chongqing’s extraordinary urban landscape

• Visit the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings

• Cruise through the Yangtze Three Gorges

• Explore Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

• Ride the Bailong Elevator to Yuanjiajie

• Discover Tianmen Mountain and Tianmen Cave

• Walk across the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge

• Travel by high-speed train to Hong Kong

• Ride the Ngong Ping 360 cable car

• Visit the Tian Tan Buddha and Po Lin Monastery

• See Hong Kong from Victoria Peak

• Cruise Victoria Harbour by night

• Explore the markets and streets of Kowloon

Itinerary

Days 1–2 | Welcome to Chongqing

Fly overnight to Chongqing, one of China’s most distinctive cities. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy time to settle in and begin exploring at your own pace.

Day 3 | Discover Chongqing

Visit Chongqing Zoo to see the giant pandas, then stop at the famous Liziba Light Rail Station, where trains pass directly through a residential building. Spend the afternoon relaxing at a hot spring or exploring Jiefangbei before enjoying dinner overlooking illuminated Hongyadong.

Day 4 | Dazu & the Yangtze

Travel to the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings and discover thousands of Buddhist, Confucian and Taoist sculptures carved into the surrounding cliffs. Return to Chongqing and board your Yangtze River cruise ship for the next three nights.

Days 5–6 | Yangtze Three Gorges

Cruise downstream through the spectacular Three Gorges, passing dramatic cliffs, mountain scenery and peaceful riverside communities. Relax on board and enjoy upgraded cabin amenities, executive lounge access and included drinks with lunch and dinner.

Day 7 | Yichang to Zhangjiajie

Disembark in Yichang and continue to Zhangjiajie, where soaring sandstone pillars rise through mist-covered forests to create one of China’s most extraordinary landscapes.

Day 8 | Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

Ride the Bailong Elevator to Yuanjiajie and discover iconic formations including the Qiankun Pillar and First Bridge Under Heaven. Continue to Tianzi Mountain and Helong Park before descending by cable car.

Day 9 | Tianmen Mountain & Glass Bridge

Take the cable car to Tianmen Mountain and admire the immense natural arch of Tianmen Cave. Experience the cliffside glass skywalk before visiting the spectacular Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, suspended high above the valley floor.

Day 10 | Zhangjiajie to Hong Kong

Travel to Changsha before continuing by high-speed train to Hong Kong. Watch the landscape change as you approach one of Asia’s most famous skylines.

Day 11 | Lantau Island

Explore Hong Kong’s cultural side with visits to Wong Tai Sin Temple and Tin Hau Temple. Ride the Ngong Ping 360 cable car to see the Tian Tan Buddha and Po Lin Monastery, followed by a vegetarian lunch.

Days 12–13 | Discover Hong Kong

Ride the Peak Tram to Victoria Peak for panoramic harbour views before visiting Repulse Bay and Aberdeen Fishing Village. In the evening, cruise Victoria Harbour beneath the illuminated skyline. The following day, enjoy free time before exploring Tsim Sha Tsui, Temple Street Night Market and Nathan Road, followed by a farewell dinner.

Day 14 | Farewell Hong Kong

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Your Tour Includes

• 4-star hotel accommodation

• All transportation within China

• Professional local guide services

• Entrance fees for all listed attractions

• All meals as detailed above

Dining: 12 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches, 12 Dinners

Flight Information

Your journey begins in Changsha and concludes in Chongqing. Round-trip international flights from the UK are included in the tour price.

Departure Dates

2027: Jan 1, Feb 5, Mar 5, Apr 2, May 7, Jun 4, Jul 2, Aug 6, Sep 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3

2028: Jan 7, Feb 4, Mar 3, Apr 7, May 5, Jun 2, Jul 7, Aug 4, Sep 1, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1

Additional departure dates may be available subject to availability.