ASIA, INDIA & THE PACIFIC

China, Tibet
& the Yangtze
17 days priced from $8,995
Limited to 18 guests
Visiting Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, Lhasa, Chongqing,
the Yangtze River, Yichang and Shanghai
Mongolia Pre-Tour Extension
5 days priced from $1,795
Guilin & Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension
4 days priced from $1,845

A&K ADVANTAGES
Embark on a three-night cruise upon the Yangtze River
in a deluxe cabin aboard boutique, all-balcony Sanctuary
Yangzi Explorer, the finest five-star vessel sailing the river
Discover Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibets spiritual capital
Enjoy a private tour with an on-site archaeologist at the
Terra Cotta Warriors exhibit
Visit the less-crowded and well-preserved Mutianyu
section of the Great Wall
Visit the Panda Research Center, where you learn about
Chinas unofficial national symbol in its natural habitat

Marvel at Shanghais extraordinary skyline as it comes to life at dusk

Take a private boat in Leshan to see the largest stonecarved Buddha in the world

DAY 4: Xian | The Eternal City

Stay at some of the regions most luxurious hotels, including

Four Seasons Hotel Beijing and The Peninsula Shanghai
Visit an artists studio in Shanghais up-and-coming M-50
Contemporary Art District

Fly to Xian, made famous by Marco Polo. Once the last stop on
the Great Silk Road, Xian is a melting pot of Asian and Middle
Eastern influences. Explore the Yangling Museum, site of Han
Dynasty tombs. View the Great Mosque and Muslim Quarter on
a fascinating Market Visit. Shangri-La Hotel, Xian | Meals: B L D

DAY 5: Xian | Terra Cotta Warriors

DAY 1: Arrive Beijing, China
Arrive in Beijing, Chinas capital and cultural hub, where you are
transferred to your luxurious hotel. Four Seasons Hotel Beijing

DAY 2: Beijing | The Great Wall

This morning, walk or ride a cable car to the top of the wellpreserved Mutianyu section of the Great Wall for sweeping views
of the surrounding countryside. Later, gather with fellow guests
for a welcome dinner. Four Seasons Hotel Beijing | Meals: B L D

DAY 3: Beijing | Imperial Glory

Start the day with a tai chi class taught at the Temple of Heaven,
one of the iconic sites of Beijing. Ride Like a Local on a pedicab
through a hutong, a neighborhood of small winding alleyways.
After lunch, explore Tiananmen Square and then walk in the
footsteps of emperors in the Forbidden City, seat of imperial
power for some 600 years. Four Seasons Hotel Beijing | Meals: B L

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Today, view the incomparable Terra Cotta Warriors. Lost to

the world for two millennia until accidentally discovered by a
farmer in 1974, you explore them with an archaeologist at your
side. Later, enter the Ancient Gate of Xians City Wall and cycle
along its ramparts. Shangri-La Hotel, Xian | Meals: B L

DAY 6: Chengdu | Up Close to Pandas

Fly to Chengdu to visit the Chengdu Panda Breeding and
Research Center and come face to face with pandas roaming free
in their natural habitat. Shangri-La Hotel, Chengdu | Meals: B

DAY 7: Chengdu | Leshans Giant Buddha

Today you travel off the beaten path to the relaxed riverside
city of Leshan, where a private boat ride brings you before its
1,300-year-old, stone-carved Buddha. At 233 feet tall, it is the
largest stone Buddha in the world. Hike to the summit to enjoy
the vistas before lunch. Shangri-La Hotel, Chengdu | Meals: B L D

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Set foot where Dalai Lamas once dwelled, in Lhasas magnificent Potala Palace

DAY 8: Lhasa | Gateway to Tibet

Fly to Lhasa, the heart and soul of Tibet, one of the highest cities
on earth at 11,450 feet and your home for the next three nights.
Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to relax and acclimatize.
Shangri-La Hotel, Lhasa | Meals: B

DAY 9: Lhasa | Buddhist Treasures

Visit the vibrant Ani Tsangkung Nunnery and reveal the
spiritual heart of Tibet at the sacred Jokhang, a 1,300-yearold temple housing Tibets most revered golden Buddha. After
lunch, wander Lhasas Barkhor Bazaar and visit renowned Sera
Monastery to witness lively monk debates. Discover the Dalai
Lamas former summer residence at Norbulingka, where the
Dalai Lama escaped in 1959. Shangri-La Hotel, Lhasa | Meals: B L D

WALK THE MAGNIFICENT CONFINES OF

GOLDEN-ROOFED POTALA PALACE, A
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE THAT
WAS ONCE HOME TO THE DALAI LAMA.

DAY 10: Lhasa | Footsteps of the Dalai Lama

Visit Sanggye Dhunghor, where some 200 statues are carved
into a dramatic rock face. Next, venture beyond the towering
walls of the awe-inspiring Potala Palace. A 13-story architectural

masterpiece replete with 1,000 rooms, it was the former winter

residence of the Dalai Lama. Shangri-La Hotel, Lhasa | Meals: B L D

DAY 11: Chongqing | Board Yangzi Explorer

Fly to Chongqing to board your boutique luxury river cruiser for
a three-night journey through the Three Gorges region. Tonight,
view a documentary on the Three Gorges Dam Project in the
ships Tang Theatre. Sanctuary Yangzi Explorer | Meals: B L D

DAY 12: Cruising the Yangtze | Asias Great River

Disembark for a shore excursion to Fengdu where you visit a
village relocated by construction of the Three Gorges Dam. Meet
a local family, visit a kindergarten and take in a kaleidoscope
of images at a farmers market. Attend the Captains Reception,
followed by dinner. Sanctuary Yangzi Explorer | Meals: B L D

DAY 13: The Three Gorges | Chinas Ultimate Scenery

Early this morning, Yangzi Explorer navigates the Qutang
and Wu Gorges before anchoring at Badong, where you board a
private ferry and travel up the Shennong Stream. Disembark to
board local pea pod boats poled by Tujia boatmen and view the
picturesque scenery of Bamboo Gorge. The Tujia are members
of a local minority culture famed for their boat-building skills
and keen knowledge of the Yangtze Rivers many currents and
eddies. Sanctuary Yangzi Explorer | Meals: B L D

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DAY 14: Yichang to Shanghai | Disembark Yangzi Explorer

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Fly to Shanghai and transfer to your elegant hotel, located on

the citys historic Bund. Enjoy a rooftop Scenic Sundowner while
taking in the panoramic views of Shanghais Bund and treelined Pudong districts. The Peninsula Shanghai | Meals: B L

DAY 15: Shanghai | Exhilarating Metropolis

Explore Shanghai, visiting Zhujiajiao, a water village evoking
Chinas past. Stroll its centuries-old lanes and board a sampan
(wooden boat) to glide along its main canal. Tonight, attend a
Shanghai Acrobatic show. The Peninsula Shanghai | Meals: B

DAY 16: Shanghai | Thriving Waterfront

Wander through the streets of Old Town and visit the
16th-century Yu Garden. Later, stroll the Bund, Shanghais most
popular promenade. Explore artist studios and galleries in the
M-50 Contemporary Art District, and then gather for a festive
farewell dinner. The Peninsula Shanghai | Meals: B L D

DAY 17: Depart Shanghai

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home or to
set off for a post-tour extension. Meals: B

NOTE: For more on Yangzi Explorer, see page 156.

TAKE THIS
JOURNEY
PRIVATE

This itinerary is available as a private journey, Signature

China, Tibet & the Yangtze, which departs regularly in
spring, summer and fall. Priced from $9,495.
Contact A&K for more details.
Carved into a cliff face , the ancient Leshan Giant Buddha towers 233 feet high

Mongolia Pre-Tour Extension

Guilin & Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension

5 days, priced from $1,795; internal air priced from $720

4 days, priced from $1,845; internal air priced from $775

DAY 1: Arrive in Ulaan Baatar, transfer to your hotel. Gather

for a welcome dinner. Kempinski Hotel Khan Palace | Meals: D

DAY 1: Fly from Shanghai to Guilin and transfer to your hotel.

DAY 2: Fly to the vast Gobi Desert, visit scenic mountain

gorges lined with glaciers. Three Camel Lodge | Meals: B L D

Shangri-la Hotel, Guilin

DAY 3: Stop at Bayan Zag, where dinosaur egg fossils were

transfer to Yangshuo, ride a bicycle or golf cart in the country.

Fly to Hong Kong. The Peninsula Hong Kong | Meals: B L

found amid the Flaming Cliffs. Visit a camel-breeding family

and ride a Bactrian camel. Three Camel Lodge | Meals: B L D
DAY 4: Return to Ulaan Baatar. Tour Gandan Monastery and

visit Zanabazar Fine Art Museum with time to shop.

DAY 2: Enjoy bamboo rafting from Yangdi to Xingping,

DAY 3: Depart for Sheung Wan, visit a local herbal medicine

market and Man Mo Temple. Ride a sampan to a floating
village in Aberdeen. The Peninsula Hong Kong | Meals: B L D

DAY 5: After breakfast, fly to Beijing. Meals: B

DAY 4: After breakfast, transfer to the airport and depart.

Meals: B

Available on the May 18, Jun 15, Aug 10, Sep 14, Sep 21
and Sep 28 departures.

Available on the May 4, May 18, Jun 15, Sep 14, Sep 21, Sep 28,
Oct 5, Oct 12 and Oct 19 departures.

Kempinski Hotel Khan Palace | Meals: B L D

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YOUR INSPIRING ACCOMMODATIONS

Here is a preview of your journeys best-in-class accommodations.

Four Seasons Hotel Beijing

The most luxurious cruise boat on the

river with all-balcony cabins.

Elegant, luxurious hotel on the 2014

Cond Nast Gold List.

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Sanctuary Yangzi Explorer

Ulaan Baatar
MONGOLIA
Beijing

Gobi Desert

Xian
Shanghai

CHINA

Yichang
Lhasa

Shangri-La Hotel, Lhasa

Shangri-La Hotel, Xian

Spacious, luxurious resort with

inspiring views of Potala Palace.

The citys most luxurious hotel

features large club-level rooms.

Chengdu

Chongqing
Guilin
Hong Kong

Shangri-La Hotel, Chengdu

The Peninsula Shanghai

Unwind in spacious rooms at the

best hotel in Chengdu.

Deluxe River Room on the Bund,

and the 2014 Cond Nast Gold List.

ARRIVE/DEPART
AIR
CRUISE
EXTENSION
Elevation:
Lhasa 12,000 ft.

DATES & PRICING

Departure
Dates
Apr 20May 6, May 420,
May 18Jun 3
Single Supplement

Jun 15Jul 1, Jun 22Jul 8, Jul 622,

Aug 1026
Single Supplement

Aug 31Sep 16, Sep 1430,

Sep 21Oct 7, Sep 28Oct 14,
Oct 521, Oct 1228, Oct 19Nov 4
Single Supplement

Internal airfare

All departures are guaranteed to operate.

Main
Deck

Xiling
Deck

Wu
Deck

Wu Deck
(Suite)

Qutang
Deck
(Suite)

Jade/
Mandarin
(Suite)

Celestial/
Imperial
(Suite)

$9,595

$9,675

$9,795

$10,795

$10,995

$12,395

$13,095

$4,295

$4,365

$4,435

$5,085

$5,195

$7,195

$7,695

$8,995

$9,075

$9,195

$10,195

$10,295

$11,395

$12,195

$3,150

$3,150

$3,150

$3,150

$3,150

$6,050

$6,550

$9,595

$9,675

$9,795

$10,795

$10,995

$12,395

$13,095

$4,295

$4,365

$4,435

$5,085

$5,195

$7,195

$7,695

Economy class from $1,475

Beijing/Xian/Chengdu/Lhasa/Chongqing; Yichang/Shanghai
Minimum age 10 years old. Please note that two groups of 18 A&K guests may be travelling on board Yangzi Explorer.

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