China by Rail, Japan by Sea

Destination:
China
Japan
Duration:
28 days
Travel Period:
February 2027 - February 2027

Overview

All aboard this exciting adventure by rail and ship! Travel across China by high-speed train, taking in the must-see sights as you go before cruising from Hong Kong to Japan via Hong Kong. Our Cruise & Tour journeys bring together all the joy of a cruise onboard the Norwegian Jade with the exciting exploration of a Wendy Wu Tours land itinerary. On this holiday you'll stand on the Great Wall, come face to face with the Terracotta Army and see the adorable giant pandas up close before setting sail to Taiwan and then Japan, to see Mount Fuji, explore Kyoto and Tokyo and much more.
Tour experiences:
  • Dine on Shui Jiao Dumplings, Dine on delicious, doughy Shui Jiao dumplings, a Xian speciality, before getting swept away in the sights and sounds of the Tang Dynasty with a spectacular show of traditional music, dancing and performance..
  • Learn to make Sushi, Discover the history and etiquette of making and appreciating sushi with a hands-on lesson before sitting down with your instructing chef to enjoy Japan's most famous cuisine. It's the taking part that counts!
  • Beijing Acrobatics, Gasp at the athletic abilities of the artists who perform in Beijing's must-see Chinese acrobatic spectacular! The show features all sorts of stunts and acts such as contortionism, juggling, plate spinning and much, much more. All the action will keep you firmly on the edge of your seat.
Places visited:
  • Beijing (3N)
  • Pingyao (1N)
  • Xian (2N)
  • Chengdu (2N)
  • Guilin (1N)
  • Yangshuo (1N)
  • Guilin (1N)
  • Hong Kong (2N)
  • NCL cruise (11N)
  • Tokyo (2N)
Price notes:
  • $900p.p non refundable & non transferable deposit required.
  • Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 June 2025. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
  • Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
  • Flight Inclusive rates only: Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request.
  • Tipping payable locally RMB740 (China) & HKD100 (Hong Kong).
  • Staterooms allocated may be subject to obstructed views.

What's Included

  • International flights and current taxes
  • 4* accommodation
  • 11 night cruise with NCL
  • NCL's - More At Sea™ package
  • Domestic transportation
  • Touring with guides and entrance fees
  • Cruise Gratuities
  • All meals
Start:Beijing, China
Finish:Tokyo, Japan
Tripcode:
XTNC002O_AU

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Your Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Beijing

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Day 2: Explore Beijing

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Day 3: The Great Wall

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Day 4: Travel to Pingyao

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Day 5: Travel to Xian

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Day 6: Explore Xian

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Day 7: Travel to Chengdu

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Day 8: Explore Chengdu

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Day 9: Train to Guilin

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Day 10: Li River Cruise

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Day 11: Around Yangshuo

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Day 12: Train to Hong Kong

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Day 13: Explore Hong Kong

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Day 14: Board the Norwegian Jade

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Day 15: Cruise – Explore Kaohsiung

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Day 17: Cruise – Explore Ishigaki

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Day 18: Cruise – At Sea

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Day 19: Cruise – Explore Nagasaki

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Day 20: Cruise – Explore Kagoshima

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Day 21: Cruise – Explore Hiroshima

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Day 22: Cruise – Explore Kochi

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Day 23: Cruise – Kobe (Kyoto)

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Day 24: Cruise – Mount Fuji

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Day 25: Arrive in Tokyo

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Day 26: Discover Tokyo

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Days 27-28: Fly Tokyo to Australia

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Days 27-28: Fly Tokyo to Australia

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Travel Partner
At Wendy Wu Tours we live and breathe Asia. With 26 years of experience, we offer a wide variety of group tours, private tours and tailor-made holidays. We’ve developed strong relationships with airlines, hotels and local ground partners to provide the best level of service and we continue to push boundaries and think of new ways to create unique travel experiences that our customers will remember for life...

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