New for 2009—savor the sights and sounds of Chinese culture and delve into the rich history of this legendary land in a group of just 18-24 travelers. You'll tour the Forbidden City, stand on the magnificent Great Wall, and enjoy land stays in Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Guilin, and Hong Kong. In between, you'll relax on a five-night cruise along the Yangtze River, surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Yangtze gorges. You'll experience Chinese life and culture first hand through meeting local people, discovering the timeless traditions and hospitality of this fascinating country—all at a value you simply cannot beat!
Summary Itinerary
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Day
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1
Depart USA
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Land tour: Beijing, Shanghai
2
Beijing, China
: Park Plaza Beijing Science Park or similar
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3
Beijing
: Park Plaza Beijing Science Park or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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4
Beijing
: Park Plaza Beijing Science Park or similar
Meals: 1B
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5
Beijing
: Park Plaza Beijing Science Park or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L
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6
Fly Beijing/Shanghai
: Argyle International Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L
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7
Shanghai
: Argyle International Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L
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8
Shanghai
: Argyle International Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1D
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9
Shanghai/Transfer to Wuhan
: Regal China cruise ship or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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10
Yangtze River Cruising
: Regal China cruise ship
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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11
San Dou Ping/Three Gorges Dam
: Regal China cruise ship
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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12
Badon/Lesser Gorges excursion*
: Regal China cruise ship
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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13
Wanxian
: Regal China cruise ship
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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Land tour: Xian, Guilin, Hong Kong
14
Chongqing/Xian
: Jinshi International Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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15
Xian
: Jinshi International Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L
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16
Fly Xian/Guilin
: Guilin Royal Garden Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L
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17
Guilin
: Guilin Royal Garden Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1D
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18
Fly Guilin/Hong Kong
: The Kimberley Hotel or Royal Plaza Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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19-20
Hong Kong
: The Kimberley Hotel or Royal Plaza Hotel or similar
Meals: 2B, 1D
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21
Fly Hong Kong/U.S.
Meals: 1B
(Itinerary subject to change. Alternate itineraries may be available.)
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Dates & Prices at a Glance *
| | 2008
from | 2009
from |
| January | | |
| February | | |
| March | | $3295 |
| April | | $3895 |
| May | | $3995 |
| June | | $3895 |
| July | | $3595 |
| August | | $3595 |
| September | $3345 | $4195 |
| October | $3345 | $4195 |
| November | $3045 | $3595 |
| December | | |
* Prices shown include roundtrip airfare from NEW YORK, NY
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What's Included?
- Roundtrip transpacific air transportation
- Airport welcome
- Accommodations
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