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Floating Far Away, from Houseboats to Riverboats Taking to the waters of a brand-new destination can make it feel like you’re really experiencing the heart of that country. Be it on the balmy waters of a bay or the weaving route of a slow-moving river, cruising often takes a spot near the top of many travellers' wish lists. Our beautifully diverse planet is unsurprisingly teeming with a whole host of incredible waterways waiting to be explored. It’s not an easy choice to make if your next passport stamp is to be determined by the cruising options of that destination. So, we thought we’d make it a little easier by showing you our favourite ways to discover some of the world’s most wonderous waters.
CHINA - Yangtze River China’s phenomenal Yangtze River needs no introduction, it has been the lifeline of the nation for millennia and along its riverbanks were where some of the earliest Chinese cultures flourished. A cruise along the Yangtze lets you see China from a whole new angle, one that’s significantly slower in pace and adorned with a backdrop of impressive gorges and glorious forest-covered mountains. Each bend of the river offers a new breathtaking panorama, from the sight of the magnificent, man-made Three Gorges Dam to the serenity of the Shennong Stream and Jade Emperor Scenic Area. It
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takes more than a day to get to grips with the expanse of the Yangtze and truly appreciate its vast beauty, and the Wonders of China tour provides visitors with a four-night cruise in which to do so. The Yangtze cruise ships are a haven on the waters, offering each guest a comfortable cabin with a private balcony and plenty to do on board, from learning Tai Chi to watching a cabaret show, that’s if you can tear yourself away from the incredible views. As well as the highlights of the mighty Yangtze, on this tour guests also embark on a trip along another of China’s magnificent, and some say even more
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mesmerising, waterways – the Li River. The unique scenery along the Li River has inspired artists and poets for centuries and it is easy to see why. Famous for its towering limestone peaks which loom over the lush greenery of China’s farmlands, the river meanders around the verdant fields of grazing buffalo and past the picturesque fishing villages which nestle between Guilin and Yangshuo. This is the kind of scenery that is best admired on a smaller scale than that of the Yangtze. Boats on the Li River hold just 100 passengers and have an open viewing area on the upper deck – ideal for soaking up the ambience of China’s tranquil rural pastures.
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