17 Day Tibet Discovery

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Trip Length

17 Days

Trip Starts

Shanghai

Trip Finishes

Chengdu

17 Day Tibet Discovery Itinerary (Scenic)

Countries Explored: China, Tibet

Trip Operator

Scenic

58 Reviews

Trip Style

River Cruise

Accommodation

4.5 - 5 Star

Max. Group Size

Guide Level

Fully Guided, Locally Guided

Trip Code

CHSC-1

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Scenic's 17 Day Tibet Discovery. Discover exciting Shanghai, delight in unique Xi'an. Indulge in China's incredible cuisine and in the visual splendour of its greatest waterway. When all is done, you may find yourself changed by all you've seen and experienced. And that of course will be the finest jewel of all.

Itinerary

Welcome to Shanghai where you will enjoy a three night Special Stay. (D)

Stroll along the famous Bund and compare its heritage buildings to those in Yu Gardens. Explore the Pudong area and admire the view from Shanghai Tower, the tallest building in Pudong. Tonight, witness the renowned agility and skill of the Shanghai Acrobats. (B/L)

Freechoice: Wander through the Shanghai Museum and People’s Square. Alternatively, visit Zhujiajiao water town or cruise along Huangpu River. Later, enjoy time at leisure to shop on Nanjing Road. (B)

Take the high-speed train to Yichang to board the boutique Yangzi Explorer. On board enjoy included wine and beer with lunch and dinner. (B/L/D)

Inspect the Three Gorges Dam project site. Continue sailing through Xiling Gorge while sampling afternoon tea delights. (B/L/D)

Glide up Shennong Stream by longboat (sampan). Later, traverse Wu Gorge, known for its sheer rock walls, and Qutang Gorge, the most dramatic of the Three Gorges. (B/L/D)

Join an insightful excursion to Fuling to see the 816 Underground Project. (B/L/D)

Disembark and visit Ciqikou and take a tour of Chongqing before flying to Lijiang. Over the next three nights you’ll enjoy a Special Stay at your resort, perfectly located in the old town. (B/L)

Walk around Lijiang’s World Heritage-listed Old Town. This afternoon is at leisure to explore on your own. Freechoice Dining: Try Sichuan and Yunnan specialties, or a restaurant serving Brazilian and South East Asian cuisine. (B/L/D)

Explore Black Dragon Pool, then witness the Impressions Lijiang outdoor cultural show. Drive to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain National Park for a gondola ride to Spruce Meadow. (B/L)

Welcome to the rooftop of the world where you’ll spend four nights. Freechoice Dining: Enjoy an international buffet, Cantonese or Sichuan cuisine. (B/D)

Explore Drepung Monastery or visit the Chakpori thousand-Buddha cliff stone carvings and Norbulingka. Alternatively, visit Anitsamkung Nunnery and a local tea house. Travel to Sera Monastery and witness the daily debate on the doctrines and teachings (B/L)

Join pilgrims strolling along the holy Barkhor Circuit to Jokhang Temple and visit Tibet’s iconic Potala Palace. Enjoy a Tibetan dinner with traditional music and singing. (B/L/D)

Travel to Samye Monastery and Tsedang, the cradle of Tibetan civilisation, visiting local families en-route. (B/L)

Fly to Chengdu and wander along Jinli Street. Enjoy a two night stay. Freechoice Dining: A choice of Sichuan cuisine, ribs and burgers in an Irish pub, or an international buffet dinner. (B/L/D)

Enrich: Experience an enchanting encounter with rare Giant panda cubs at the Dujiangyan Panda Base. Tonight, reminisce about your holiday at your farewell dinner. (B/L/D)

It’s time to bid farewell to China with many wonderful memories. Please note: pre-release itinerary subject to change (B)

Trip Inclusions

Five Star Luxury

With Scenic, perks and privileges come included. Enjoy a full range of luxurious benefits that will enhance your experience throughout your journey. Read more

Scenic Freechoice

These are hand-selected activities for you to choose from and enjoy at a pace that suits you. Read more

Scenic Enrich

These are experiences that offer once-in-a-lifetime multi-sensory moments that are completely inaccessible to the ordinary traveller. Read more

The nth Degree

Whether you’re travelling by road, ship or rail, you can look forward to first class or luxury standard transport with comfort and enjoyment in mind. Read more

Special Stays

Every carefully selected hotel on our tours has been handpicked by our expert Journey Designer to ensure it offers outstanding location and luxury. Read more

Yangtze Cruising

While cruising, you can look forward to private balcony cabins and on board inclusions exclusive to Scenic guests plus a dedicated Scenic Cruise Director.

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Tibet Discovery

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Day 1: Shanghai

Day 2: Shanghai

Day 3: Shanghai

Day 4: Shanghai - Yichang - Yangtze River Cruise

Day 5: Yangtze River Cruise

Day 6: Yangtze River Cruise

Day 7: Yangtze River Cruise

Day 8: Chongqing - Lijiang

Day 9: Lijiang

Day 10: Lijiang

Day 11: Lijiang - Lhasa

Day 12: Lhasa

Day 13: Lhasa

Day 14: Lhasa

Day 15: Lhasa - Chengdu

Day 16: Chengdu

Day 17: Chengdu

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