Ritz Tours Contracts Victoria Jenna For China Tours After Victoria Cruises Renovates Six-Year-Old Ship
The leading tour experts at Ritz Tours are reserving space on the Victoria Jenna, the youngest and largest river cruise ship in Victoria Cruises’ five-star fleet, launched less than seven years ago in late 2009.
The Victoria Jenna is receiving a major redesign this winter in the final stage of the cruise pioneer’s fleet-wide renovation project.
Victoria Cruises is the exclusive Yangtze River cruise partner of Ritz Tours and its flagship will be featured in the tour operator’s 11-night Yangtze Essence, 13-night Yangtze Essence & Hong Kong and 14-night Yangtze Discovery programs. Departures commence on April 9, 2016.
“We work exclusively with Victoria Cruises on the Yangtze River as the American-managed cruise line ensures a seamless experience by keeping its vessels in top condition, both mechanically and aesthetically,” said Max Chew, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Ritz Tours.
Starting at $2,299 per person, Ritz Tours’ 11-night Yangtze Essence program features the highlights of China with three nights in historical Beijing, two nights in the Tang Dynasty capital of Xian, two nights in the modern metropolis of Shanghai and a luxurious four-night Yangtze River cruise on the Victoria Jenna. The 13-night Yangtze Essence & Hong Kong tour follows the same itinerary with two additional nights in bustling Hong Kong, starting at $2,799 per person.
The Yangtze Discovery program is Ritz Tours most comprehensive China program with 14 nights of sightseeing in Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Chongqing, Guilin and Yangshuo, in addition to the four-night Yangtze River sailing. Rates start at $2,699 per person.
All programs feature luxurious five-star hotel and cruise accommodations as well as Victoria Cruises’ Luxury Amenities upgrade, which provides VIP perks such as “white glove” service, upper deck placement, access to exclusive ship areas, complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access, exclusive happy hour and enhanced culinary privileges.
Rates are per person, based on double occupancy, and include all intra-China tours and transportation, English speaking guides, meals as per the itineraries and entertainment. International airfare is not included but can be arranged at competitive rates from all major U.S. gateways.
“We enthusiastically recommend Ritz Tours as a great way to combine our Yangtze River cruise experience with some of China’s most fascinating treasures,” said Larry Greenman, Manager of Public Relations and Customer Service for Victoria Cruises. “With over three decades in the business, Ritz Tours offers the expertise and value our customers seek in an escorted tour.”
(Ritz Tours, Victoria Cruises)
