Xiamen

During your voyage, enjoy a rare opportunity to explore the world’s most fascinating destinations in small, private groups, with knowledgeable guides to help you discover off –the-beaten- path gems. On an Overland Program, you’ll disembark the ship for one-night or more to enjoy a more authentic insider’s view, experiencing firsthand the colorful cultures, dramatic landscapes and exquisite landmarks before rejoining your ship.

Explore the spectacular icons in two of China’s greatest cities, including the Terracotta Warriors Museum, the Great Wall, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square.

Special Note: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.

Day 1 – April 2, 2022

Following breakfast on board, meet your guide and transfer to the airport for your flight to Xian. Lunch will be served on the flight. Upon arrival you will visit the famous Terracotta Warriors Museum, a repository for thousands of clay soldiers that were buried with China’s first emperor to accompany him in his eternal rest. Considered one of the world’s greatest archaeological treasures, the 7,000 life-size terracotta warriors and horses were buried for centuries until excavated in 1974.

The warriors are grouped in battle order, rank by rank, some mounted on horse-drawn chariots and others in infantry groups armed with spears, swords and crossbows. Each figure was individually created with unique characteristics.

Following your visit, you will check in at your hotel in Xian where the remainder of the evening is at leisure and dinner is on your own.

Day 2 – April 23, 2022

Following breakfast at the hotel, you will check out and proceed to the airport for a flight to Beijing. Lunch will be served on the flight.

Continue your trip with a visit to the Forbidden City, home to the emperors in the Ming and Qing dynasties and a 250-acre complex of pavilions, halls, courtyards and gates showcasing some of the most important treasures of China’s imperial past.

This is followed by a visit to the impressive Tian’anmen Square, the largest public square in the world and site of many important events in Chinese history.

Your day concludes with an evening at leisure and dinner on your own in China’s capital city, Beijing.

Day 3 – April 24, 2022

Following breakfast in the hotel, sit back and enjoy the scenic ride to the Great Wall at Juyongguan. Explore the amazing Great Wall, actually a series of walls first constructed over 2000 years ago in an attempt to ward off northern nomads.

NOTE: you will need to climb a series of steps to access the Great Wall.

Enjoy a traditional Chinese-style lunch at a local restaurant en-route to the airport. Fly from Beijing to Shanghai where you will re-board the ship.

Land Program Step by Step:

Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

Day 1 - timing subject to change based on actual flight details once confirmed

7:30am Depart from the pier in Xiamen

8:15am Arrive at the airport

9:45am Flight Xiamen to Xian (Flight details TBA and subject to change). Lunch is served on the flight.

12:35pm Arrive in Xi’an

2:00pm Visit the Terracotta Warriors Museum

5:30pm Check in at your hotel

Evening at leisure and dinner on your own

Overnight at the Wyndham Grand Xian South Hotel or similar hotel

Day 2 - timing subject to change based on actual flight details once confirmed

7:00am Buffet breakfast at your hotel

8:00am Depart for the airport

9:00am Arrival at the airport and check in

10:35am Flight Xi’an to Beijing (Flight details TBA and subject to change). Lunch is served on the flight.

12:25pm Arrive in Beijing.

2:00pm Visit to the Forbidden City

4:00pm Visit Tian’anmen Square

5:30pm Check in at your hotel

Evening at leisure with dinner on your own

Overnight at China World Hotel or similar hotel

Day 3 - timing subject to change based on actual flight details once confirmed

6:30am Buffet breakfast at your hotel

7:45am Check out and depart from the hotel

9:15am Visit the Great Wall at Juyongguan Pass

11:45am Lunch at a local restaurant

1:00pm Depart for the airport

2:30pm Arrival at the airport and check in

3:55pm Flight Beijing to Shanghai (Flight details TBA and subject to change)

6:20pm Arrive in Shanghai

7:45pm Arrive at the pier and re-board the ship

Expected Weather:

Xian and Beijing weather in April – The weather is typically sunny and warm during the day with temperatures averaging 20 °C (68 °F) during the day, and at night 10 °C (50 °F).

What to Bring: Comfortable clothing including a jacket as well as an umbrella and comfortable walking shoes. The attire is casual for the entire program.

Note about restrooms: Restrooms in China vary from having toilets to holes in the floor and their cleanliness standards are not always up to par with those of the western world. You will encounter both types of restroom facilities on your travels in China. It is advisable to have hand sanitizer and extra tissues /toilet paper at all times just in case they are needed.

Local Currency: The Chinese Yuan, denoted by CNY, is the official currency in China. You can use US dollars / Euros/ English pounds in hotels, in friendship stores, to buy things from vendors in the scenic spots, to pay for any optional tours and to tip porters of the hotels, tour guides and drivers or whomever you want to tip. You cannot use US dollars or other foreign currencies in department stores or small convenience stores, local restaurants, or if you try to buy things from some street vendors.

Electricity: The electricity in China is generally 220V, 50HZ, AC. A transformer is necessary. Most of the hotels in China have both 110V and 220V electrical outlets in the bathrooms, though in the guest rooms usually only 220V sockets are available. We recommend bringing your own travel adaptor should you have electric devices.

Luggage allowance for flights (subject to change):

Each passenger flying coach class can bring one piece of carry-on luggage, plus one checked bag. Carry-on luggage should not exceed 55x40x20cm (22x16x8 in) in size and 5 kg (11 lbs) in weight; Checked-in luggage should not exceed 100x60x40cm (39x24x16 in) in size and 20kg (44lbs) in weight.

These dimensions include wheels, handles and side pockets.

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

A Chinese Visa is required for this overland program as well as a valid passport.

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Failure to have the required documents ahead of time will result in denial of travel and guests will have to pay for any expenses incurred in order to not proceed with the program.

Hotel address:

Xian

Wyndham Grand Xian South Hotel

208 Ci’en East Road, Qujiang New District, Xi'an, Shannxi, China

TEL: 86-29-6821 9999

Beijing

China World Hotel (A Shangri La Hotel) Beijing

No 1 Jianguomenwai Avenue, Beijing, 100004, China

Phone: + 86 10 6505 2266

*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.

Program Include:

•1 night at the Wyndham Grand Xian South Hotel in Xian or similar – Deluxe Room

•1 night at the China World Hotel in Beijing or similar – Deluxe Room

•2 breakfasts, 2 lunches served on flights and 1 lunch served at local restaurant in Beijing (lunch in Beijing includes a choice of one soft drink, local beer or local mineral water)

•All transfers, sightseeing and entrance fees as per program

•Economy class flights between Xiamen– Xian - Beijing – direct flights not guaranteed

Program Excludes:

•Any meals and drinks not specified above

•Gratuities to drivers and tour guides

•Hotel incidentals and other personal items

•Chinese Visa

Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include: inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Mid cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 60 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty.