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ombine China's most dynamic cities and spectacular
countryside with the magnificence of Tibet and the
result is a unique and thrilling adventure—by land and water. From the excitement of Beijing to the peaceful Buddhist palaces of Tibet and the serenity and beauty of the Yangtze River, there is so much to take in. You'll begin with a tour of the picturesque Houhai district, where you'll enjoy lunch at a local family's home. From Beijing, it's off to Lhasa for a day of sightseeing and then to Chengdu and Chongqing before embarking on a cruise down the Yangtze. The region's history, culture, and natural splendor will amaze and delight even the most experienced travelers.

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The Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace in Beijing.
The Dalai Lama's winter and summer residences in
Lhasa, Tibet, and Sera and Drepung monasteries.
The deep valleys and towering mountains of Three Gorges, viewed while cruising the Yangtze River.
Shanghai Museum, with its collections of jade, bronzes, and ceramics, and the classical Yuyuan Garden in old Shanghai.
Dazu, home to an important archaeological site, a spectacular Buddhist grotto, and the huge Sleeping Buddha of Baodingshan.
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