Beijing
Classic China Tour and Japan Cruise to Nagasaki
The Great Wall of China, Forbidden City, Terracotta warriors, Guilin, Li River Cruise, Shanghai, Nagasaki, and more
Departure available from Edinburgh, Gatwick, Heathrow, Manchester and Newcastle. Click here to see options.
- Departure
- 14-Mar-2027
- Duration
- 15 nights
- Region
- Far East
- Ship
- Spectrum of the Seas
- Cruise line
- Royal Caribbean
- Depart point
- Heathrow
- Holiday type
- Cruise & Tour
- Deal number
- SLT105559
- Airline
- Etihad Airways
Quick itinerary
Beijing - Xian - Guilin - Yangshou - Shanghai - Nagasaki (Kyushu) - Kagoshima (Kyushu)
from £4,929
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Discover the best of Asia with our exclusive 14-night package: a 9-night escorted China tour plus a 5-night Royal Caribbean Spectrum of the Seas cruise to Japan. Start in Beijing, walking the iconic Great Wall and exploring imperial treasures. Journey by first-class train to Xian for the awe-inspiring Terracotta Army, then on to Guilin for a picturesque Li River cruise to Yangshuo, surrounded by dramatic Karst peaks.
Conclude your land adventure in Shanghai, where modern marvels like the Shanghai Tower await. Then board your cruise for an unforgettable voyage to Nagasaki and other highlights of Kyushu Island. With flights, transfers, 4-star hotels, guided tours, and luxury rail travel included, this is the ultimate way to experience China’s history and Japan’s charm in one seamless journey.
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.
- Five 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
Flight information
Etihad Airways
Departure
Duration: 24h 5m
Heathrow (LHR)
Leave at 08:40
Sun, 14 Mar 2027
Etihad Airways
EY 62
Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Arrives at 19:40
Sun, 14 Mar 2027
Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Leave at 21:20
Sun, 14 Mar 2027
Etihad Airways
EY 888
Beijing (PKX)
Arrives at 08:45
Mon, 15 Mar 2027
Return
Duration: 18h 35m
Shanghai (PVG)
Leave at 19:25
Mon, 29 Mar 2027
Etihad Airways
EY 867
Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Arrives at 00:30
Tue, 30 Mar 2027
Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Leave at 02:20
Tue, 30 Mar 2027
Etihad Airways
EY 61
Heathrow (LHR)
Arrives at 07:00
Tue, 30 Mar 2027
Many alternative flight options are also available. Call the team to discuss.
Hotels in this Deal
Novotel Beijing Peace
Xian Eastern House Boutique Hotel
Lijiang Waterfall Hotel
Yiangshuo Mountain Retreat
Sunrise on the Bund Hotel
March 2027
Calendar shows the cheapest cabin that day. The table below is the full list.
| Origin | Start date | Interior | Oceanview | Balcony | Suite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | 14 Mar 2027Sunday | £4,929 | £4,999 | £5,099 | £5,619 | |
| Heathrow | 8 Apr 2027Thursday | £5,059 | £5,219 | £5,299 | £5,859 | |
| Heathrow | 1 Feb 2028Tuesday | £5,139 | £5,299 | £5,389 | £5,779 |
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