# 5-star and 4-star Hotels on the Yangtze River in China, etc.

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- Category: International Tours
- Duration: 10 Nights, 11 Days
- Next available date: 8 November 2026 – 18 November 2026
- Starting Price: 2,797 $ (143,050 ₺) / Per Person
- Getting Around: Flight

## Tour Program

### Istanbul - Beijing

We meet at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal and, after ticketing, baggage, and boarding procedures, we depart for Beijing on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight. We will spend the night on the plane.

### Beijing - Forbidden City - Temple of Heaven - Beijing

Upon our arrival in Beijing early in the morning, we will meet our private vehicle waiting for us and set off for a Panoramic Beijing Tour. Tiananmen Square, one of the world’s largest city squares and one of China’s most important symbolic areas politically and historically; Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, the monumental structure in Tiananmen Square where the remains of Mao Zedong, the founder of the People’s Republic of China, are displayed; the Great Hall of the People, the monumental state building that hosts the sessions of the National People’s Congress of China; and the National Museum of China, located on the east side of Tiananmen Square and one of the world’s largest museums showcasing China’s thousands of years of history, are among the places we will see panoramically. After our tour, we will transfer to the hotel and have free time for our guests to rest. Guests who wish may join the optional Lunch Included Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven Tour (100 USD), organized by our guide. Our first stop on the tour will be the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which was used as the palace of Chinese emperors for nearly 500 years during the Ming and Qing dynasties and is one of the world’s largest and best-preserved palace complexes. Surrounded by high red walls and golden roofs, this massive complex was the center of the imperial era and was called the “Forbidden City” because ordinary people were barred from entering it for centuries. We will have the opportunity to visit this structure, which contains hundreds of palace halls, courtyards, and the imperial garden. After our visit to the Forbidden City, we will continue to the Temple of Heaven, another UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important religious complexes where emperors of past dynasties prayed for good harvests and heavenly blessings. The temple is considered one of the most elegant examples of Chinese architecture. Surrounded by a large park area and ceremonial structures, this sacred site was one of the most important centers where imperial Chinese rituals were performed. We will have lunch at a local restaurant during the tour. After the tour, transfer to the hotel. Accommodation at the Beijing hotel.

### Beijing - Great Wall - Summer Palace - Beijing

After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we will have free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Great Wall & Summer Palace Tour with Lunch (110 USD), organized by our guide. The first stop on our tour will be the Great Wall of China, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, whose construction began in 220 BC to prevent invasions from the northern nomadic tribes of Central Asia. After visiting the Great Wall, we will have lunch, and then visit the magnificent Summer Palace, located on the shore of Kunming Lake. The Summer Palace is the best-preserved imperial garden and palace complex in China, situated in the northwest of Beijing. Its history dates back to the Jin Dynasty in the 12th century, but its current form was shaped during the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty in the 18th century. The emperor had it built to escape the busy atmosphere of the main palace and relax in nature. The palace was damaged during the Second Opium War in 1860 and was later restored by Cixi with funds allocated from the state navy budget. Although this event is known as a controversial anecdote, the elegant appearance of the palace today is the result of the detailed restorations carried out during that period. Afterwards, we will see the Bird’s Nest, the Beijing Olympic Stadium, from the outside. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant during the tour. Then transfer to the hotel. Accommodation at the Beijing hotel.

### Peking - Terra Cotta Museum - Xi'an

After the breakfast we will have at the hotel in the morning, we transfer to Xi’An by high-speed train. Upon arrival, we transfer to the hotel to rest and have free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Terra Cotta Museum Tour with Lunch (100 USD), which will be arranged by our guide. We will visit the “Underground Army” museum, known as the Terra Cotta Warriors, one of the most important archaeological excavations uncovered in the 20th century, built to protect the tomb of Shi Huang, the first emperor of China. Accidentally discovered by a farmer in 1974, this army houses 8,000 “terra cotta,” that is, “baked clay,” soldiers, each with a different facial expression and posture. These sculptures were prepared as a “spirit army,” with the belief that they would continue to protect the emperor after his death. During our visit, we will have the opportunity to see the emperor’s power and the level of craftsmanship present in his era. After our tour, we return to Xi’An. We will have our lunch at a local restaurant during the tour. At the end of the tour, we transfer to the hotel to rest. Accommodation at the Xi’An hotel.

**Depending on train availability, the train journey may be replaced by a flight.

### Xi'an - Chongqing - Victoria Cruise

After the breakfast we will have at the hotel in the morning, we will transfer to Xi’An Airport for our Chongqing flight. Upon our arrival, we will take a short Chongqing Tour. Among the places we will see are the Hongya Caves, one of the city’s most famous and touristy areas with its multi-story structures built on a cliff edge in traditional Chinese architecture, restaurants, and illuminated night view; the Ci Qi Kou Ancient Village, one of the best-preserved historic settlements with its narrow stone streets, traditional houses, and local markets from the Ming and Qing periods; and People’s Square, one of the city’s administrative and cultural centers and one of Chongqing’s most important public spaces with its large square, park areas, and surrounding historic buildings. After our tour, we transfer to our ship and complete our check-in procedures. Dinner and accommodation on the ship.

** Depending on airline availability, the flight journey may be carried out by train.

### Cruise - Fengdu (Ghost City) - Cruise

After breakfast on board, free time. If you wish, you can join the Tai Chi exercises organized on the ship. Guests who wish may participate in the optional Ghost City Fengdu Tour (130 USD), organized by our guide. We will visit Fengdu Ghost City, known in Chinese mythology as the “City of the Dead,” located on the banks of the Yangtze River and with a history of approximately 2,000 years. According to legend, this mystical area, believed to be a gateway to the world of spirits, is home to temples shaped by Buddhist and Taoist teachings, giant statues, and eerie demon figures. During our visit, we will have the opportunity to see places such as the Bridge of Helplessness, where spirits are believed to be judged. After our excursion, we return to the ship. Then free time and continue cruising on the Yangtze River. In the evening, guests who wish may join the optional Three Kingdoms Story Show (100 USD). In this unforgettable performance, we will watch one of the most important epics in Chinese history, “Romance of the Three Kingdoms.” In this show, presented with traditional costumes, impressive stage settings, and captivating performances, we will witness a world full of heroism, loyalty, and struggle. Then return to the ship. Lunch, dinner, and accommodation on board.

### Cruise - White Emperor City - Three Gorges Dam (Qutang & Wu Gorge) - Cruise

After breakfast on the ship, free time. If you wish, you can join the Tai Chi exercises organized on board. Guests who wish may join the optional White Emperor City Tour (100 USD) organized by our guide. This historic site, where Liu Bei, the legendary leader of the Three Kingdoms period, entrusted his last wishes to his loyal general Zhuge Liang, has been inspiring poets for centuries with its unique scenery and temples built on steep slopes. During our visit, we will also have the opportunity to see the famous landscape featured on the back of the 10 Yuan banknote. After our tour, we will return to the ship and continue cruising on the Yangtze River. During our voyage, we will be able to see the Three Gorges Dam, one of the world’s largest hydroelectric power plants and an engineering marvel. First, we will pass through Qutang Gorge, the narrowest and most majestic of the Three Gorges. Then, we will pass through Wu Gorge, located among misty mountains, and afterwards see the Three Gorges Dam. Lunch, dinner, and accommodation will be on board.

### Cruise - Yichang - Shanghai - Zhujiajiao - Shanghai

After breakfast on board, we disembark from the ship and transfer with our vehicle waiting for us to Yichang Airport. Upon arrival, after baggage and ticket procedures, we depart for Shanghai on our scheduled local airline flight. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Zhujiajiao Water Town Boat Tour with Dinner (85 USD), organized by our guide. On this tour, we will explore Zhujiajiao by boat, known as Shanghai’s “Water Town” and referred to as the “Venice of China.” Zhujiajiao has preserved its historical and ancient atmosphere from the Ming and Qing dynasties, away from the shadow of modern skyscrapers. This historic town is known for its maze-like waterways, stone bridges, and traditional courtyard houses lined along the riverbanks. We will have our dinner at a local restaurant during the tour. Afterwards, transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Shanghai.

### Shanghai - Jade Buddha Temple - Yu Garden - Shanghai

After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the optional, guided Jade Buddha Temple & Yu Garden Tour with Lunch (Including Tea Ceremony) (100 USD). Our first stop on the tour is Yu Garden. A traditional Chinese garden dating back to the Ming Dynasty, Yu Garden reflects traditional Chinese architecture with its pond, stone bridges, and pavilions. While exploring Yu Garden, we will also have the opportunity to take part in a Tea Ceremony, allowing us to delve deeper into Chinese culture. Afterwards, we will visit the Jade Buddha Temple, located in the heart of Shanghai and considered one of China’s most sacred Buddhist sites. Built in 1882 to house two magnificent Buddhist statues brought from Myanmar, this temple features the most elegant details of classical Song Dynasty architecture. During our visit, we will have the opportunity to see the world-famous Sitting Buddha and Reclining Buddha statues, carved from a single piece of white jade and adorned with precious stones, symbolizing inner peace. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant during the tour. After the tour, transfer to the hotel and free time. Accommodation at the Shanghai hotel.

### Shanghai

After breakfast at our hotel, we set off for our Shanghai tour. Our first stop will be the French Concession area, known for its narrow streets lined with plane trees and its European-style villas. Here, we will tour the district that bears the city’s western traces. Next, we will visit Xintiandi, one of Shanghai’s most elegant attractions, where traditional “Shikumen” architecture comes to life with modern restaurants and galleries. We then continue our tour to the Tianzifang area, where art studios, boutiques, and hidden cafés are tucked away in its maze-like side streets. Afterwards, there will be free time on Nanjing Road, one of the world’s most famous shopping streets. After the tour, transfer to the hotel. Accommodation at the Shanghai hotel.

### Shanghai - Istanbul

After breakfast with our packed lunch at the hotel, we transfer to Shanghai Airport for our flight to Istanbul. After baggage, ticket, and customs procedures, we board our scheduled Turkish Airlines flight to Istanbul, and our services conclude.

## What's Included

Türkish Airlines round-trip economy class airfare on the Istanbul (IST) – Beijing (PEK) // Shanghai (PVG) – Istanbul (IST) routes

Airport taxes

2 nights in Beijing, 1 night in Xi’An, 3 nights in Shanghai in 4-star hotels with bed and breakfast accommodation

3 nights accommodation on a 5-star Cruise Ship with All Meals Included

High-speed train ticket and taxes between Beijing - Xi’An

Flight and airport taxes on scheduled local airlines between Xi’An - Chongqing

Flight and airport taxes on scheduled local airlines between Yichang – Shanghai

Chongqing Tour

Shanghai Excursion

Panoramic Beijing Tour

Transfers between Airport - Hotel - Airport

All transfers required for the program

Professional Turkish-speaking guide and assistant services

Hotel and tourist city taxes

Travel and health insurance (a surcharge applies for those over 65 years of age)

## Not Included

Overseas departure tax stamp

Lunches and dinners not specified in the program

China Visa

Optional Tours

Personal Expenses

Driver tips and gratuities are excluded.

SAMPLE (etc.) HOTELS
SHANGHAI
4* Starr Hotel etc.
CRUISE
Victoria Jenna Cruise 5* etc.
XI’AN
4* Jian Guo Hotel etc.
BEIJING
Howard Johnson Paragon 4* etc.

Participation Requirement
This tour is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 30 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the final cancellation notice date is 20 days before the tour start date. Any tour canceled due to insufficient participation will be notified to you through your agency.
Visa
PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
Our VISA PROCEDURE regarding our CHINA tours is as follows.
Documents to be submitted to us
AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION, PLEASE REQUEST THEM DIRECTLY FROM OUR GUESTS AND FORWARD THEM TO US.
- Travelers must scan and send us a full-page copy of their passport. There should be no glare, reflection, or cut-off edges, etc.
- An up-to-date multilingual criminal record certificate must be obtained. (Guests with any record cannot obtain a China visa.)
After these 2 documents are delivered to us, we request an invitation letter from our local agency in China. It takes approximately 7 days to arrive.
After the invitation letter reaches us, we forward the traveler’s passport, criminal record certificate, invitation text, and several documents relevant to us, together with the traveler’s contact information, to Ligarba Tourism.
Then Ligarba Tourism contacts the passengers one by one and obtains the documents from our guests. (Including the passport) and applies for a group visa. It takes approximately 3 weeks to be finalized and costs 200 USD per person. Visa payment is made directly to Ligarba Tourism by the guests.
Travelers who will apply for a China visa cannot use their passport to travel to another country during the visa application process; their passports will remain at the consulate during the application period. Once the visa is finalized, they may collect it from Ligarba Tourism themselves, or Ligarba Tourism may send it to our guests by courier.
We need to begin procedures up to 65 days before the tour departure; otherwise, visas may be at risk.
Ordinary Passport - Visa required
People's Republic of China; holders of Ordinary Passports (Burgundy Passports) are subject to a visa. Holders of Special Passports (Green Passports), Service Passports, and Diplomatic Passports are exempt from a visa for trips with a stay of up to 30 days without obtaining a China visa.
Health
Those who use regular medication should bring more medication than they need. Not all medicines may be available. In addition, if you have a serious health issue (heart, blood pressure, diabetes, etc.), it is advisable to carry a signed document with you. We also recommend that you do not drink tap water and that you drink bottled water that you open yourself for the first time.
Flight Durations
Istanbul - Beijing 10 h 30 min
Shanghai - Istanbul 10 h 25 min
Optional Tours & Activities
Optional tours and activities are organized by the local agency at the service center with a minimum request of 10 people, and participation is not guaranteed. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the excursions may not be carried out, or the price, content, or means of transport of a tour/activity may vary. In addition, the dates and times of annual tours/activities may be changed by the guide depending on the opening/closing status of museums, archaeological sites, or venues at the destination, and on weather conditions.
Meal
During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., there may be distances exceeding km. It may be possible to accommodate 3 people in a room, but the bed provided for the 3rd person may be smaller than standard beds. A triple room consists of 1 large bed and 1 extra bed. Extra beds are foldable beds or rollaway beds; for 3rd person and/or child reservations, the frequent local congestion and the accepted bed type are deemed to have been declared. Child discounts are valid only for one (1) child staying with 2 adults and meeting the age groups specified in the conditions. Breakfasts included in the tour program services are typically served in line with the breakfast fee provided and are generally a continental breakfast with a limited menu consisting of eggs, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated for groups.
Currency
The currency of the People's Republic of China is the Yuan. It is recommended that you bring USD and denominations of it with you.
Time Zone
There is a 5-hour difference between Turkey and China. When it is 12:00 in Turkey, it is 17:00 in China.
Clothing and Necessary Items
We recommend bringing T-shirts that you can easily put on and take off, short- and long-sleeved shirts, various cotton trousers, and comfortable clothing for walking activities and evenings. In addition, you may also bring an umbrella, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, earplugs against possible noise, a camera, video cameras and their chargers, and spare memory cards. Although China, with its very large land area, shows climatic differences by region, it can generally be said to be a country with four seasons. Summers in the country are extremely humid, so temperatures are felt more intensely. Spring and autumn, on the other hand, are mild.
Culinary Culture
Chinese cuisine is an extremely rich cuisine reflecting the regional diversity of the geography. Peking duck, dumplings prepared with various fillings and eaten with sauces, and sweet mustard sauces are characteristic of the country’s cuisine. We remind you that it is a cuisine different from Turkish cuisine.
Shopping
China is a true shopping paradise. From electronics to textiles, you can find almost any product you are looking for across a very wide range.
Important Notes
Having a passport and/or obtaining a visa (i.e., for the required destination/passport) does not mean that entry into the country is guaranteed. The passport police have the authority to allow you into the country. Papua Tur is not responsible for this situation; responsibility lies with the passenger. Papua Tur is an intermediary company between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be a risk of delays on scheduled and private flights, or the current trip and pre-flight times may change. Papua Tur ensures that this information is reported as soon as possible. Our passengers have purchased the tour acknowledging that flight details may change. Passengers aged 0-2 do not pay for seat allocation and on-site services. Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours organized to introduce the cities in general and conducted panoramically with guide commentary from inside the vehicle, with archaeological site entrances lasting no more than 2-3 hours. Panoramic tours, including the other tours specified in the program, if on the day and place of the tour the local authorities do not allow visits or entry, or if there are closed roads due to any incident, and when the tour becomes impossible due to weather conditions, Papua Tur is not responsible for carrying out the mentioned tours. Some tours may be conducted using public transportation or on foot at points where roads are closed or vehicle entry is not permitted.

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