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I specialize in creating combination tours with multiple destinations e.g. Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam combo, within a region, all inter linked smoothly, convenient and affordable routing. Of course, I will also book a single destination of your choice.
My formal background is a BS in Biological Science, and MA in education/administration and an MFA in Fine Arts, UCLA.
I have held several Assistant Professorships, as well as a career Painter and Writer of Plays which have been produced and represented in Hawaii and Asia. In my spare time, I enjoy sailing and Oh Yes...TRAVEL!
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Majestic Yangtze
The highlight of Wendy Wu's Majestic Yangtze Group Tour is a four-night cruise on the China's serene Yangtze River. You'll thoroughly enjoy sailing through the scenic Three Gorges, a natural phenomenon where stunning vertical cliffs rise from the water to create a dramatic vista. A visit to China's famous panda reserve in Chengdu will leave you in awe of the majestic natural wonders that a vacation in China can offer. Seeing these magnificent animals in a protected yet natural environment is simply fascinating, easily making his tour is a favorite for many of our guests.
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Overview
The highlight of Wendy Wu's Majestic Yangtze Group Tour is a four-night cruise on the China's serene Yangtze River. You'll thoroughly enjoy sailing through the scenic Three Gorges, a natural phenomenon where stunning vertical cliffs rise from the water to create a dramatic vista. A visit to China's famous panda reserve in Chengdu will leave you in awe of the majestic natural wonders that a vacation in China can offer. Seeing these magnificent animals in a protected yet natural environment is simply fascinating, easily making his tour is a favorite for many of our guests.
Days 1-2 : US – Shanghai
Fly to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, also known as the 'Paris of the East'. Arrive the following day.
Day 3 : Shanghai
Sightseeing today includes a stroll through the beautiful Yu Gardens and the Old Town as well as a visit to the Shanghai Museum, which houses over 120,000 pieces of bronze, coins, jade, ceramics, paintings and calligraphy. We also walk along the famous Bund with its colonial architecture and explore the restored Xintiandi area with its unique 1920's style shikumen buildings. In the evening, enjoy a cruise on the panoramic Huangpu River, where the historic Bund and the futuristic Pudong come face-to-face.
Day 4 : Yangtze River Cruise
Fly to Yichang and board our Yangtze River Cruise vessel.
Days 5-7 : Yangtze River Cruise
Enjoy a tour of the Three Gorges Dam before cruising upstream through some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. Over the next three days, we will take a side-trip to the striking Shennong Stream in a pea-pod boat or visit the Lesser Three Gorges. We also enjoy various shore excursions along the way, including the 'Ghost City' of Fengdu with its captivating temples.
Day 8 : Chongqing – Chengdu
Disembark from the cruise vessel and transfer to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province. Enjoy a delicious Sichuan meal in the evening.
Day 9 : Chengdu – Xian
Visit the famous Panda Reserve to see these adorable animals being reared in wooded surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. Later, fly to the former ancient capital of Xian. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Shui Jiao dumpling meal followed by a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing.
Day 10 : Xian
Visit one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century – the Terracotta Warriors and walk along the Ancient City Wall.
Day 11 : Xian – Beijing
Visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda and the renowned Shaanxi Museum, which is home to thousands of priceless relics. We also stroll through the lively Muslim Quarter to visit the Great Mosque and explore the Islamic food markets. Later, fly to Beijing, China's capital city. Our evening meal includes the local delicacy, Peking Duck.
Day 12 : Beijing
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing, which includes a stroll through Tiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao's Mausoleum to the treasure-filled Forbidden City, which has the largest and best-preserved collection of ancient buildings in China from the Ming and Qing Dynasties and houses more than 8,000 rooms. We also tour the exquisite Summer Palace.
Day 13 : Beijing
Walk on the Great Wall to appreciate 2,000 years of historical significance whilst admiring the panoramic views. The Great Wall is China's most iconic attraction, which stretches over 3,000 miles to the Gobi Desert. We also visit the unique Temple of Heaven and enjoy a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic show in the evening.
Day 14 : Beijing – US
Fly to the US, arriving home later the same day or the following morning depending on airline chosen.
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