See the Yellow Mountains, Enjoy Yangtze River Valley and Take A Shanghai Vacation
A full 14 days and 11 nights are needed to fully appreciate this China's Mountains travel package that includes a visit to the Yellow Mountains, a picturesque Yangtze River valley trip and an interesting Shanghai vacation. As one of China's most popular tourist attractions, the Yellow Mountains offer a scenic beauty that has no rivals. With its hot springs and natural pools, it is a completely exhilarating portion of your vacation package. As the fourth longest river in the world, you can expect your drive along the Yangtze River to be scenic and memorable. Whether you're a thrill seeker or not, there's plenty to experience on your China's Mountains vacation.
Travel to Exotic Locales, Stay in World-Class Hotels, Enjoy Authentic Cuisine on Your Ideal Holiday
There's one mandatory item you must bring on your China's Mountains vacation: a camera! With stunning mountains reaching majestically toward the sky, the beauty of the Yangtze River and the historic landmarks that you will visit during your stay, extra film may be a necessity! This visit to China's mountains begins when you land in China's capital of Beijing. Travel the next day to Wuhan, where a visit to Yellow Crane Tower and Yangtze River Bridge sets your adventure off on the right foot. Then travel to Jiujiang where you can enjoy a train ride and then see the magnificent Mount Lu. From there, your trip will take you to the ceramic masters in the town of Jingdezhen. Witness the amazing pottery creation from start to finish in one of the modern factories. The Yellow Mountains are next on your itinerary to enjoy, where a cable car will transport you to the top of the mountain. The panoramic view is one that will inspire and astonish. Over the next few days, you will have the incredible opportunity to visit many of the sacred mountains of the region. An enlightening visit to the Confucius Temple is a sight that should not be missed before your travels take you to Shanghai by way of a romantic train ride. Your Shanghai tour will highlight many of the region's mystical locales and revered buildings. A return trip to the USA has you arriving home on the same day.
Sample Itinerary:
Day 1, Thursday - USA/Beijing
Depart the US via Cathay Pacific flight for Beijing.
Day 2, Friday - En Route
Cross the International Date Line.
Day 3, Saturday - Beijing
Arrive in Beijing, capital of China. Transfer to your hotel. (Prime Hotel)
Day 4, Sunday - Beijing/Wuhan
Take a morning flight to the central city of Wuhan, located on the middle reaches of the Yangtze River in Hubei province. Transfer to your hotel. Visit Yellow Crane Tower and the Yangtze River Bridge in the afternoon. (Mayflower Hotel) (B/L/D)
Day 5, Monday - Wuhan/Jiujiang
In the morning visit East Lake and provincial museum. In the afternoon travel by train downstream along the
Yangtze to Jiujiang, a bustling port city on the river. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. (International Hotel) (B/L/D)
Day 6, Tuesday - Jiujiang/Mt. Lu
Established as a mountain retreat in the late 19th century by western settlers, Mt. Lu was favored by both Kuomintang and Communist leaders in the 20th century. Drive uphill from Jiujiang to Mt. Lu and take in sites such as Fairy Cave, Three Ancient Trees, Meilu Vila, and People's Hall. Overnight in a mountain resort. (West Lake Hotel) (B/L/D)
Day 7, Wednesday - Mt. Lu/Jiujiang/ Jingdezhen
Journey downhill through rural Jiangxi province to Jingdezhen, the world-renowned ceramic town. Visit some of the ancient kilns that have produced blue-and-white china since the 12th century. Inspect one of the modern factories and view the complete pottery-making process. (Jingdezhen Hotel) (B/L/D)
Day 8, Thursday - Jingdezhen/Yellow Mountains
In the morning visit the ceramic museum. After lunch drive east to the Yellow Mountains. Upon arrival at the foot of the mountains, check in at your hotel. (Golf Hotel) (B/L/D)
Day 9, Friday - Yellow Mountains
Ascend to the top of the mountains by cable car. Once on the top, admire the scenic views of piercing peaks, ever-changing clouds, tenacious pine trees and ancient calligraphy chiseled on the rocks. Overnight at a mountain hotel. (West Sea Hotel) (B/L/D)
Day 10, Saturday - Yellow Mountains/Mt. Jiuhua
Descend by cable and drive to Jiuhua, yet another famous mountain, in southern Anhui province. Pass some quaint towns with architecture hundreds of years old. Check in a hotel at the foot of Mt. Jiuhua. (Dongya Hotel) (B/L/D)
Day 11, Sunday - Mt. Jiuhua/Nanjing
Today climb by cable car to Mt. Jiuhua, a sacred mountain of Chinese Buddhism. Enjoy waterfalls, terrace fields, and mountain shops along pebbled streets. Visit sacred Buddhist sites and temples. In the afternoon, drive east to Nanjing. (Jinling Hotel) (B/L)
Day 12, Monday - Nanjing
See Dr. Sun Yatsen's Mausoleum, Xuanwu Lake, Confucius Temple and the Ming Tomb. (B/L)
Day 13, Tuesday - Nanjing/Shanghai
Travel by train to Shanghai. Upon arrival transfer to the city to visit Yu Garden, Jade Temple, the Bund and Nanjing Road. (New World Mayfair Hotel) (B/L)
Day 14, Wednesday - Shanghai/USA
Depart via Cathay Pacific flight back to the US, arriving home the same day. (B)
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