AirCoachBoatRailInbound (1N)WuhanXian (2N)Overnigh tTrain (1N)Chengdu (2N)Chengde (1N)Overnig htTrain (1N)Yangtze River Cruise (4N)ChongqingDali (2N)Lijiang (2N)Zhongdian(3N)Kunming (3N)Outbound (1N)BEIJING (3N)Overnigh t Train (1N)warlords. The next day, visit the temples ofPuning and Puyou before returning by trainto Beijing. Day 6: Beijing - XianSightseeing today includes a stroll throughTiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao'sMausoleum to the treasure-filled ForbiddenCity. We also tour the exquisite SummerPalace before boarding the overnight train toXian, the former ancient capital.Days 7-8: XianArrive in Xian and visit the Little Wild GoosePagoda. In the evening, enjoy a traditionalShui Jiao dumpling meal followed by aperformance of Tang Dynasty dancing. Thenext day, visit one of the most importantarchaeological discoveries of the 20thcentury - the Terracotta Warriors and walkalong the Ancient City Wall. Day 9: Xian - WuhanVisit the renowned Shaanxi Museum whichis home to thousands of priceless relics. Wealso stroll through the lively Muslim Quarterto explore the Islamic food markets beforeboarding the overnight train to Wuhan. Day 10: Wuhan - Yangtze River Cruise Arrive in Wuhan and visit the Yellow CraneTower and East Lake. Travel to Yichang toboard the Yangtze River Cruise vessel. Days 11-13: Yangtze River Cruise Tour the Three Gorges Dam before cruisingupstream through some of the most dramatic36AirCoachBoatRailInbound (1N)WuhanXian (2N)Overnigh tTrain (1N)Chengdu (2N)Chengde (1N)Overnig htTrain (1N)Yangtze River Cruise (4N)ChongqingDali (2N)Lijiang (2N)Zhongdian(3N)Kunming (3N)Outbound (1N)BEIJING (3N)Overnigh t Train (1N)28 days from £2,990ppFully Inclusive from the UKAdmire some of China's mostspectacular scenery. Enjoy a four night cruise along the Yangtze River that passesthrough the dramatic Three Gorges and explore the beauty of Yunnanprovince. Visit attractiveLijiang, discover the Tibetantown of Zhongdian and relax in delightful Dali.This tour reaches a maximum altitude of4,500m at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.Days 1-2: UK - Beijing Fly overnight to Beijing, China's capital city.Our evening meal includes the local delicacy,Peking Duck. Day 3: Beijing Walk on the Great Wall, visit the uniqueTemple of Heaven and enjoy a fascinatingChinese Acrobatic show in the evening. Days 4-5: Chengde - Beijing Travel by train to Chengde and visit theimperial mountain villas and the exceptionaltemples built for Tibetan and MongolianChina EncountersUncover ancient treasures in beautiful Yunnan Province"Immerse yourselfinto the stunningscenery along thebreathtaking Yangtze River, local culture anduntouched Tibetantribes in Shangri-La."National Escort Jane Liu's tour highlights

37Departure Dates & PricesFully Inclusive price includes:Tour departs Tuesday and returns MondayPrices are fully inclusive from the UK (see page 8)Based on London Heathrow departuresRegional departures available.Flight upgrades available on request.Land only from £2,390 (Beijing - Kunming).Single room option from £690 (see page 9).Tipping payable locally US$95 (see page 10).Medium Paced TourSpecialist TourChina EncountersDepart UKArrive UKPrice13 Mar 201209 Apr 2012£2,99010 Apr07 May01 May28 May15 May11 Jun29 May25 Jun10 Jul06 Aug07 Aug03 Sep£3,29021 Aug17 Sep04 Sep01 Oct£3,19018 Sep15 Oct25 Sep22 Oct16 Oct12 Nov£3,09012 Mar 201308 Apr 2013£3,19009 Apr06 May£3,29030 Apr27 May14 May10 Jun28 May24 Jun09 Jul05 Aug??International flights and current taxes??Domestic transportation??Accommodation??All meals??Touring with guides and entrance fees??Visa fees for UK passport holdersscenery in the world. Over the next threedays, we will take a side-trip to the strikingShennong Stream in a pea-pod boat or visitthe Lesser Three Gorges and enjoy variousshore excursions along the way. Day 14: Chongqing - Chengdu Disembark from our cruise vessel thismorning and transfer to Chengdu, the capitalof Sichuan Province. Days 15-16: Chengdu - KunmingVisit the famous Panda Reserve to see theseadorable animals being reared in woodedsurroundings reminiscent of their naturalhabitat. Later, visit Mt Qincheng and explorethe colourful markets. Enjoy a deliciousSichuan meal in the evening. The next day,board the overnight train to Kunming, alsoknown as the 'City of Eternal Spring'.Days 17-18: KunmingArrive in Kunming. Visit the flower marketand sample the famous Across the BridgeNoodles. The next day, explore thepicturesque Stone Forest. Day 19: Kunming - Lijiang Fly to Lijiang, a UNESCO world heritage siteand wander through the quaint cobbledstreets and meandering canals of the OldQuarter. We also visit Black Dragon Pool. Day 20: LijiangVisit the impressive Jade Dragon SnowMountain, which soars to a height of 5,500m.We take a chairlift to explore one of thehighest meadows and enjoy the amazingscenery before touring the Baisha Frescoes. Day 21: Lijiang - Zhongdian Visit Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the mostdramatic and deepest gorges in the worldand enjoy the surrounding breathtakingscenery before continuing to Zhongdian.Days 22-23: ZhongdianExplore the Baishui Terrace, where springwater cascades over layers of whitelimestone pools. The next day, visit Napa HaiLake and the Songzanlin Monastery, built bythe 5th Dalai Lama over 300 years ago. Days 24-25: Zhongdian - Dali Travel to the enchanting town of Dali.Explore Dali's Ancient Quarter and visitXizhou Village to explore the bustling localmarket and the Yen Family House, anancient courtyard home and witness a tie-dye demonstration. The next day, visit theThree Pagodas and enjoy a cruise on ErhaiLake. In the evening, stroll downForeigners' Street and soak in the livelyatmosphere. Day 26: Dali - Kunming Fly to Kunming and enjoy the day at leisure. Days 27-28: Kunming - UK Fly overnight to the UK via Hong Kong,arriving home the following day.Book now on 0844 499 3899visit www.wendywutours.co.ukor see your preferred travel agentLijiang Old QuarterThe tour was to my mind a greatsuccess; it achieved for me allthat I had expected and more.Our National Escort wasextremely well organised andvery professional in her approach.Mr and Mrs Styles, May 2010""Hong Kong ExtensionDay 27: Kunming - Hong KongFly from Kunming to Hong Kong andtransfer to your hotel.Day 28: Hong KongEnjoy a half day island tour visitingVictoria Peak, Stanley Market andAberdeen Fishing Village. Theafternoon is at leisure. (B)Day 29: Hong KongEnjoy the day at leisure to furtherexplore Hong Kong. (B)Days 30-31: Hong Kong - UKTransfer to Hong Kong Airport and flyovernight to the UK. (B)Tour Extensions??Hong Kong from £360pp(above)??Hong Kong & Macau from £480pp(page 79)??Hong Kong & Lantau from £460pp(page 79)Additional flight costs may apply, subject to airline and season