Beijing

Classic China Tour and 8 night Japan Cruise A

The Great Wall of China, Forbidden City, Terracotta warriors, Guilin, Li River Cruise, Shanghai, Kyoto, Tokyo and more

Departure available from Edinburgh, Gatwick, Heathrow, Manchester and Newcastle. Click here to see options.

Departure
09-Apr-2028
Duration
18 nights
Region
Far East
Ship
Spectrum of the Seas
Cruise line
Royal Caribbean
Depart point
Heathrow
Holiday type
Cruise & Tour
Deal number
SLT105558

Quick itinerary

Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Yangshou - Shanghai - Kyoto (Honshu) - Tokyo (Honshu)

from £5,689

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Embark on an unforgettable 17-night adventure combining a 9-night Classic China Tour and an 8-night Royal Caribbean Spectrum of the Seas Japan Cruise. Begin in Beijing, exploring the Great Wall, Forbidden City, and Tiananmen Square, then journey by first-class train to Xian to marvel at the Terracotta Warriors. Continue to Guilin for a serene Li River cruise through the breath-taking Karst landscapes, before arriving in Shanghai to ascend the iconic Shanghai Tower.

From here, set sail on a luxurious cruise visiting Kyoto, Tokyo, and more Japanese gems. This all-inclusive package covers flights, transfers, 4-star B&B hotels, guided tours, and premium train travel, blending China’s ancient wonders with Japan’s vibrant culture for the ultimate Asia experience.

What’s included

  • Return flights from the UK with checked baggage allowance
  • All transfers
  • English speaking guides throughout
  • Three nights’ four-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation in the Novotel Peace Hotel in Beijing (or similar)
  • Guided tours to the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square with lunch.
  • Guided tours to The Great Wall of China and a Hutong Walking Tour in Dongcheng District with lunch
  • Guided tours to The Summer Palace with boat ride, the Hidden Gem, Gardens of Virtue and Harmony with lunch
  • First class High Speed Train from Beijing to Xian
  • Two nights’ four-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation at the Eastern House Boutique Hotel in Xian (or similar)
  • Guided tours to the Ancient City Wall, the Terracotta Warriors, and a warrior restoration experience with lunch
  • Guided tours to Small Wild Goose Pagoda and Xi'an Museum with lunch.
  • Domestic flight from Xian to Guilin
  • One nights’ four-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation at the Guilin Lijiang Waterfall Hotel (or similar)
  • Li River cruise with lunch from Guilin to Yangshou
  • One nights’ four-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation at the Yangshou Muntian Retreat Hotel (or similar)
  • Yangshou countryside tour with lunch
  • Domestic flight from Guilin to Shanghai
  • Two nights’ four-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation at the Sunrise on the Bund Hotel in Shanghai (or similar)
  • Guided tours to the Shanghai Tower (including 118th Floor Observation Deck), The Bund, Yuyuan Garden, Former French Concession Precinct, Nanjing Road with lunch.
  • Eight nights' full board cruise accommodation on board Royal Caribbean spectrum of the Seas
  • Please note that hotel taxes and fees may be payable directly to the hotel upon check in - please call for details.

Itinerary

Fly overnight to Beijing.

Ship in this Deal

Spectrum of the Seas

Royal Caribbean

Hotels in this Deal

Novotel Beijing Peace

Xian Eastern House Boutique Hotel

Lijiang Waterfall Hotel

Yiangshuo Mountain Retreat

Sunrise on the Bund Hotel

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March 2027

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OriginStart dateInteriorOceanviewBalconySuite
Edinburgh19 Mar 2027Friday£6,139£6,199£6,269£7,549
Heathrow19 Mar 2027Friday£6,359£6,419£6,489£7,769
Manchester19 Mar 2027Friday£8,649£8,699£8,779£10,059
Newcastle19 Mar 2027Friday£6,889£6,939£7,019£8,299
Edinburgh13 Apr 2027Tuesday£6,319£6,359£6,449£7,949
Gatwick13 Apr 2027Tuesday£7,179£7,229£7,299£8,819
Heathrow13 Apr 2027Tuesday£5,899£5,959£6,039£7,549
Manchester13 Apr 2027Tuesday£6,039£6,079£6,169£7,669
Edinburgh9 Apr 2028Sunday£5,829£5,969£6,099£6,879
Heathrow9 Apr 2028Sunday£5,689£5,829£5,959£6,739

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