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June 1, 6, 13, 22, 27
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Experiencing a China travel adventure with Tauck
incorporates a memorable Yangtze River cruise
through the Three Gorges, ancient treasures,
exotic gardens, architectural masterpieces, and
compelling UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Sightseeing includes Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong
Kong, as well as small villages hosting
elaborate temples and tall pagodas. In Tauck's
China, travel by trishaw in Old Beijing; take a
sampan cruise through a Hong Kong harbor, a
dragon boat ride past the Summer Palace, and the
tram to Hong Kong’s Victoria Peak. Walk atop the
Great Wall, marvel at the thousands of Terra
Cotta Warriors, and thrill to the sight of the
Shanghai Acrobat Troupe – highlights of Tauck's
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- Private Tea in Old Beijing
Take a trishaw tour of the hutong
quarters of Old Beijing for tea with a local
family.
- Private Tauck Cruise on the Li River
A private cruise on the mystical Li
River provides an in-depth look at
traditional Chinese villages along its
shores.
- Discover Age-old Cultural Traditions
Step back in time 1,700 years to the
remarkably preserved city of Zhu Jia Jiao,
and learn how silk is created from worms to
cocoons at a silkworm factory.
- World-Famous Shanghai Acrobats
Attend an evening performance of the
internationally renowned Shanghai Acrobats,
justifiably considered the world's finest
acrobatic troupe.
- Sampan Cruise in Aberdeen Harbor
Board a traditional Chinese sampan for a
cruise through Aberdeen Harbor, home to a
community of boat people who have lived
afloat their entire lives.
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16 Days from $5,700* plus airfare
(15 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, & 12 Dinners)
13 Days from $4,695** plus airfare
(12 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, & 11 Dinners)
Begins Hong Kong (16 days)
*Land Price + On-Tour Air (4 flights) =
Total per person
Double $5700 + $1295 = $6995
Single $7820 + $1295 = $9115
Triple $5430 + $1295 = $6725
Begins Beijing (13 days)
**Land Price + On-Tour Air (4 flights) =
Total per person
Double $4695 + $1295 = $5990
Single $6317 + $1295 = $7612
Triple $4503 + $1295 = $5798
International Airfare is additional. Call Tauck
for special rates on international air, in coach
or business, for travel originating in the U.S.
(subject to availability). On-tour air does not
include the Hong Kong – Beijing flight day 4
which must be purchased with your international
airfare.
Please ask at time of booking about additional
hotel nights before your tour begins and about
our Guest Protection Plan. |
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1. Arrive in Hong Kong
Tour begins: Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong.
Transfers from Hong Kong International Airport
are included to Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong,
where your extraordinary journey through China
begins with a three-night stay on the
Tsimshatsui East waterfront.
2. Sightsee Hong Kong
Ride the funicular tram to Victoria Peak for
a stunning view of Hong Kong, before driving to
Repulse Bay. Take a traditional Chinese sampan
through the busy harbor at Aberdeen, home to a
unique community of boat people who have lived
afloat their entire lives. Visit the old fishing
lanes of Stanley Market, now bustling with
open-air vendors selling Chinese artwork, silk
collectibles and more. The remainder of the day
is free. Meals BD
3. Explore Kowloon
Explore local markets hidden amidst the maze
of busy streets in Kowloon, renowned as a
shopping mecca. Visit colorful fish markets to
inspect some of the local specialties. The
remainder of the day is free for you to do as
you wish in this dynamic city. Meals B
4. Fly to Beijing / Peking Duck Dinner
Fly to Beijing for a three-night stay at one
of the world’s best hotels. Join us this evening
for a cocktail reception and a special Peking
duck dinner. 13-day tour begins: 6:00 PM, The
Peninsula Beijing. A transfer from Beijing
Capital Int’l Airport is included to The
Peninsula Beijing; tour begins at tonight’s
cocktail reception. Meals BD
5. Tiananmen Square / Forbidden City
Walk into Tiananmen Square and imagine the
historic events of the 20th century that took
place here. The memory of Mao Tse-Tung dominates
the square where his enormous portrait hangs
above the “Gate of Heavenly Peace” – behind
these walls, the Forbidden City looms. Step
inside and tour the palace where China’s
emperors ruled in absolute isolation. Take a
trishaw ride into the back streets of old
Beijing, known as the hutongs, and have tea with
a local family for a taste of daily life. Meals
BLD
6. Great Wall / Summer Palace
Travel outside of the city limits today to
the Great Wall; ride a cable car to the highest
point and take a walk along the wall. Spend the
afternoon at the 18th-century Summer Palace,
once a summer retreat for emperors of the
Forbidden City. View the pavilions and gardens
before boarding a dragon boat for a lakeside
cruise. Meals BLD
7. Temple of Heaven / Fly to Xi’an
Visit the Temple of Heaven, built in the
15th century; it is considered the supreme
achievement of traditional Chinese architecture.
Fly to Xi’an, once the ancient capital of China,
and journey through scenic countryside before
arriving at your hotel. Meals BLD
8. Terra Cotta Warriors / Theater
Sightseeing today includes China’s largest
and best-preserved city wall, 7th-century Little
Wild Goose Pagoda and the amazing Terra Cotta
Warriors. See an army of more than 8,000
life-sized terra cotta statues, each with
distinctive physical features, which has been
guarding their emperor’s underground tomb for
over 2,000 years! Attend a cultural performance
tonight. Meals BLD
9. Fly to Guilin
Take a flight to Guilin this morning for an
overnight stay. One of the most picturesque
places in China, Guilin boasts an inspirational
setting that never fails to stir the soul. Visit
Ludi Yan, the impressive Reed Flute Cave, and
enjoy a therapeutic foot massage, before
arriving at your hotel, flanked by the Li River
and the new Zhengyang Pedestrian Street. Meals
BLD
10. Yangtze River Cruise
A private Tauck cruise on the Li River sets
the stage for your three-night cruise through
the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River. An
evening flight brings you to Chongqing, where
you embark on your Victoria Cruises’ ship. Meals
BLD
11. Fengdu, the Ghost City
Witness the beauty of China’s longest river,
the mighty Yangtze, aboard one of the finest
ships to cruise these waters. Start your day
with relaxing Tai Chi exercises, followed by
on-board lectures about the history of the
Yangtze and Chinese healing arts. This
afternoon, take a shore excursion to the ghost
city of Fengdu. Meals BLD
12. The Three Gorges
A shore excursion to the Daning River
enhances your viewing of Qutang Gorge this
morning. Back aboard ship, see Goddess Peak as
you pass through 25-mile Wu Gorge, then join a
kite master for a kite flying lesson. You will
have an opportunity to learn some basic Chinese
and attend a freshwater pearl lecture as the
ship makes its way through Xiling Gorge, the
last and longest of the Three Gorges. Enjoy a
farewell dinner banquet and cabaret tonight
starring the ship’s crew. Meals BLD
13. Yichang / Fly to Shanghai
Sail to Yichang through the locks adjacent
to China’s new engineering marvel, the Three
Gorges Dam. The largest project of its kind in
the world, it is scheduled for completion in
2009 and will continue to change the face of
China’s interior and economy throughout the 21st
century. Disembark the ship and fly to Shanghai,
which is one of China’s most cosmopolitan
cities. Note: Due to limited flight schedules,
some groups will fly from Wuhan to Shanghai.
Meals BLD
14. Shanghai’s Sights and Sounds
Shanghai, once known as the “Paris of the
East,” is now a dynamic city with a population
that surpasses 16 million people; enjoy a
sightseeing tour of the city today. Visit Yu
Gardens, classical Chinese gardens with over 30
pavilions linked by a maze of corridors and
bridges over ponds, and tour the Shanghai
Museum, frequently cited as the best museum in
China. See a daring performance by the
world-renowned Shanghai Acrobat Troupe after
dinner; Shanghai's dazzling troupes are
considered China’s very finest at this ancient
craft. Enjoy dinner on your own tonight;
Shanghai is known for its wonderfully diverse
dining venues, including traditional teahouses
and restored colonial mansions; your choice!
Meals BL
15. Discover Zhu Jia Jiao
Explore Zhu Jia Jiao, dating back more than
1,700 years; walk along lovely willow tree-lined
streets descending from the Ming and Qing
dynasties and see centuries-old bridges still in
use today. Learn how silk is created at a local
silk weaving factory before returning to
Shanghai for time at leisure. Meals BD
16. Journey Home
Tour ends: Shanghai, China. A transfer is
included from Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai to
Shanghai Pudong International Airport. You
should allow 21/2 hours for flight check-in at
the airport. Meals B |
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Night 1,2,3 Kowloon Shangri-La
Kowloon, Hong Kong
Night 4,5,6 The Peninsula Beijing
Beijing, China
Night 7,8 Shangri-La Hotel
Xi'an, China
Night 9 Sheraton Guilin Hotel
Guilin, China
Night 10,11,12 Aboard Victoria Cruises
Yangtze River, China
Night 13,14,15 Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai
Shanghai, China
Victoria Cruises:
Rated “The
largest five star fleet on the Yangtze” by the
China National Tourism Administration,
American-managed Victoria Cruises offers a
cruise experience that is the epitome of comfort
and style. Comfortable cabins feature a picture
window through which to view the mighty Yangtze
River and the ever-changing panorama along its
banks. On-board facilities include a reading
room, fitness area, gift shop, beauty shop and
health clinic with a doctor on staff.
Award-winning Chinese cuisine, with a fusion of
western dishes, makes the dining experience
aboard Victoria Cruises memorable. The
international, multi-lingual staff provide
expert commentary; on-board activities include
lectures on Chinese culture and history, Tai Chi
lessons, calligraphy demonstrations and unique
evening entertainment. |
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