Day 8 Xian
Xi’an was the capitol of China for 73 emperors in 12 dynasties extending over 1,100 years. Visit the Qin Tomb Park. Here you will find the Terra Cotta Amy, with some 8000 life-size infantrymen, archers, and cavalrymen each with distinct faces, holding swords, spears, axes, halberds, longbows, standing by ready next to their horses and chariots. These were arrayed to guard the tomb of Emperor Qin, which was rediscover by a farmer in 1974 while he was digging a well. You might see some archaeologists working on-site to uncover the rest of the vast tomb. (B/L/D)

Day 9 Xian - Chongqing
Take a flight to Chongqing. Spend half the day touring the city. Enjoy traditional Sichuan cuisine. Then board the luxurious Victoria Cruise to start your Yangtze River journey Stay three nights in Victoria Cruise. (B/L/D)

Day 10: Cruising along the Yangtze River
Cruise down the mighty Yangtze River (longest river in Asia and third longest in the world). Relax and enjoy the scenery of China’s mid-region. Disembark at Fengdu (City of Ghosts). The lifelike statues of ghost might startle you if you’re not careful. (B/L/D)

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