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Victoria Anna

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Shangri-La Hotel (Beijing , China)
Shangri-La Hotel is a landmark in the western part of the city, close to the financial district, Summer Palace, State Guesthouse, the Beijing Exhibitions Hall and Beijing Zoo. Its location and fine reputation has made it the choice of business and leisure travelers to Beijing, one of the world's oldest cities and China's administrative capital. From each room, guests may enjoy magnificent view of the 3,000-square-meter hotel garden or the skyline of Beijing.

JW Marriott Hotel (Chongqing, China)
Located in the heart of Chongqing's main shopping and commercial district, JW Marriott Hotel Chongqing provides a comfort and service to this famous "Mountain City" in the Southwest of China. The hotel boasts luxurious accommodation and numerous dining options, including Chinese, Japanese, Western as well as its very own Steakhouse. It also offers an exclusive Cigar Bar for discerning smokers. The "View Lounge" on the top floor provides a panoramic view of the city

Sheraton Hotel (Guilin, China)
Located alongside the Li River lies the five-star Sheraton Guilin Hotel. Guilin has been an inspiration to Chinese poets and artists throughout the centuries. Today, our hotel sits in the heart of this enchanting city. This hotel boasts 430 well-appointed rooms, including 19 suites with breathtaking views of the Li River and hotel garden. All rooms feature individually-controlled heating and air-conditioning, IDD telephone, personal computer outlets and electronic door locks.

Shangri-La Kowloon Hotel (Hong Kong, Hong Kong)
Award-winning luxury hotel – the landmark on Tsim Shat Sui East’s waterfront with great views.

Shangri-La Pudong (Shanghai, China)
Prominently sited along the famous Huangpu River, the Hotel has breathtaking views of Shanghai's legendary riverfront - the Bund and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Its newest tower has a range of trend-setting designer restaurants and bars, a second Ballroom, an additional Health Club and swimming pool, and CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La. Each room features the full array of Shangri-La amenities, including broadband access, data ports and IDD, satellite TV and tea and coffee-making facility.

Sheraton Hotel (Suzhou, China)
Sheraton Suzhou Hotel & Towers is conveniently located in the heart of Suzhou. The fitness center, indoor and outdoor heated swimming pool, steam room, sauna, and Jacuzzi are available when you need to reenergize.

Shangri-La Golden Flower Hotel (Xian, China)
Xian itself was named the Land of Kings and Flowers, and was home to eleven of China’s great dynasties. The Shangri-La Golden Flower Hotel represents this history, and promises modern services to match past greatness. All of the guest rooms include amenities such as internet access, telephone, mini-bar, satellite TV, and air-conditioning. The hotel recreational facilities include a Mahjong Room, massage, sauna, steam room, fitness center, indoor swimming pool, and Jacuzzi. With its elegant mirror-glass exterior, this hotel is the premier address in the city.

Shangri-La Hotel, Xian (Xian, China)
A retreat for discerning travelers, the Shangri-La Hotel boasts a minimum 40 square meters and includes 24-hour room service, same day laundry and valet service, satellite TV, data ports and broadband internet services. The Shangri-La Hotel, Xian also provides a selection of bars and restaurants including a lobby lounge, coffee shop, and specialty and Chinese restaurants and health club with an indoor swimming pool.
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This 18-day escorted cruise & tour with complete sightseeing including Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Guilin, Hong Kong & a luxury Yangtze cruise starts at $4,199 and features 35 meals, sightseeing, port charges, and all internal flights.

Victoria Anna. The largest and most luxurious vessel in the impressive Victoria fleet is perfect for this deluxe, all-inclusive, fully-escorted vacation. You’ll enjoy spacious cabins with private balconies for stunning views every moment of your cruise, the highlight of our most comprehensive China program. Delight in our 5-star city-center Shangri-la Hotels, in-depth sightseeing, our unique FreeStyle Day in Guilin – plus 35 meals, including à la carte Continental dining every evening onboard ship.

Beijing, Xian, Chongqing, Dazu, 3-night Victoria Cruise, Yichang, Shanghai, Suzhou, Tongli, Guilin & Hong Kong
Included Features
  • Our most complete and luxurious escorted tour of China, including a three-night Yangtze cruise on the all-balconied Victoria Anna featuring à la carte continental dining nightly.
  • We feature city-center luxury hotels throughout, including Shangri-La Hotels in Beijing, Xian, Shanghai and Hong Kong.
  • Touch Antiquity in Xian, a rare chance to examine 4,000-year-old artifacts.
  • See Beijing’s stunning 2008 Olympic venues just before or after the Games.
  • 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

A single entry China visa is required for US citizens.

Pricing
Begin Beijing - Standard Cabin
Begin Finish Per Person Double Single
3/26/08 4/12/08 $4,399 $6,359
4/9/08 4/26/08 $4,599 $6,879
4/16/08 5/3/08 $4,599 $6,879
5/7/08 5/24/08 $4,499 $6,389
5/14/08 5/31/08 $4,499 $6,159
5/21/08 6/7/08 $4,399 $5,989
6/4/08 6/21/08 $4,199 $5,749
7/16/08 8/2/08 $4,199 $5,719
9/17/08 10/4/08 $4,459 $6,359
10/1/08 10/18/08 $4,699 $6,839
10/15/08 11/1/08 $4,699 $6,619
10/22/08 11/8/08 $4,699 $6,619
11/12/08 11/29/08 $4,199 $5,889
3/18/09 4/4/09 $4,299 $6,139
4/1/09 4/18/09 $4,599 $6,569
4/15/09 5/2/09 $4,599 $6,569

 
Begin Beijing - Junior Suite
Begin Finish Per Person Double Single
3/26/08 4/12/08 $4,999 $8,009
4/9/08 4/26/08 $5,199 $8,529
4/16/08 5/3/08 $5,199 $8,529
5/7/08 5/24/08 $5,099 $8,039
5/14/08 5/31/08 $5,099 $7,809
5/21/08 6/7/08 $4,999 $7,639
6/4/08 6/21/08 $4,799 $7,399
7/16/08 8/2/08 $4,799 $7,369
9/17/08 10/4/08 $5,059 $8,009
10/1/08 10/18/08 $5,299 $8,489
10/15/08 11/1/08 $5,299 $8,269
10/22/08 11/8/08 $5,299 $8,269
11/12/08 11/29/08 $4,799 $7,539
3/18/09 4/4/09 $4,899 $7,789
4/1/09 4/18/09 $5,199 $8,219
4/15/09 5/2/09 $5,199 $8,219

 
Begin Beijing - Deluxe Suite
Begin Finish Per Person Double Single
3/26/08 4/12/08 $5,369 $8,689
4/9/08 4/26/08 $5,569 $9,209
4/16/08 5/3/08 $5,569 $9,209
5/7/08 5/24/08 $5,469 $8,719
5/14/08 5/31/08 $5,469 $8,489
5/21/08 6/7/08 $5,369 $8,319
6/4/08 6/21/08 $5,169 $8,079
7/16/08 8/2/08 $5,169 $8,049
9/17/08 10/4/08 $5,429 $8,689
10/1/08 10/18/08 $5,669 $9,169
10/15/08 11/1/08 $5,669 $8,949
10/22/08 11/8/08 $5,669 $8,949
11/12/08 11/29/08 $5,169 $8,219
3/18/09 4/4/09 $5,269 $8,469
4/1/09 4/18/09 $5,569 $8,899
4/15/09 5/2/09 $5,569 $8,899

 
Begin Beijing - Shangri-La Suite
Begin Finish Per Person Double Single
3/26/08 4/12/08 $5,679 $9,369
4/9/08 4/26/08 $5,879 $9,889
4/16/08 5/3/08 $5,879 $9,889
5/7/08 5/24/08 $5,779 $9,399
5/14/08 5/31/08 $5,779 $9,169
5/21/08 6/7/08 $5,679 $8,999
6/4/08 6/21/08 $5,479 $8,759
7/16/08 8/2/08 $5,479 $8,729
9/17/08 10/4/08 $5,739 $9,369
10/1/08 10/18/08 $5,979 $9,849
10/15/08 11/1/08 $5,979 $9,629
10/22/08 11/8/08 $5,979 $9,629
11/12/08 11/29/08 $5,479 $8,899
3/18/09 4/4/09 $5,579 $9,149
4/1/09 4/18/09 $5,879 $9,579
4/15/09 5/2/09 $5,879 $9,579

Port charges are included in 2008 prices.

Add our attractively-priced air & transfers
See your travel agent or call us for current international airfare associated with this program. We offer both economy and business class fares. When you purchase air from us, arrival and departure transfers are automatically included. Prices are in U.S. currency and are per person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted. Availability is limited.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Beijing
Check-in to your luxury hotel – the Shangri-La Hotel – one of the finest in the city.

Day 2 - Beijing
Visit the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square – where you meet with a master kite maker and try your hand at this traditional pastime. En route to the Summer Palace, you’ll see Beijing’s remarkable 2008 Olympic venues. Enjoy a Peking Duck Dinner this evening. Meals B,L,D

Day 3 - Beijing
Walk the Great Wall, and then visit the Ming Tombs. Meals B,L

Day 4 - Beijing / Xian
The day begins as it does for millions of Chinese, with Tai Chi in a local park. Enjoy this ritual in the shadow of the Temple of Heaven. Fly to Xian and check-in to your city-center luxury hotel. Tonight’s Dinner Show features song & dance of the Tang Dynasty. Guests stay at the Shangri-La Hotel – Meals B,D

Day 5 - Xian / Terra Cotta Warriors
Discover China’s greatest archaeological site where thousands of life-sized terra cotta warriors and horses were buried 2,000 years ago to guard the tomb of China’s first emperor. Meals B,L

Day 6 - Xian: Touch Antiquity / Chongqing
At the Xian Museum, you’ll join curatorial staff for a private session to Touch Antiquity, a rare opportunity to handle priceless artifacts thousands of years old. Fly to Chongqing and transfer to your deluxe hotel with sweeping views of this city.
JW Marriott – Meals B,L

Day 7 - Chongqing / Dazu / Embarkation
Journey to Dazu, renowned for one thousand year old magnificent stone carvings. Board your ship and enjoy an a la carte Continental dinner. Victoria Anna – Meals B,L,D

Day 8 - Cruising / Shibaozhai
Visit Shibaozhai’s 12-story Qing Dynasty temple overlooking the Yangtze. Meals B,L,D

Day 9 - Cruising / 3 Gorges and Lesser Gorges
Cruise Qutang Gorge, the narrowest and most spectacular of the Three Gorges. Later, motorized sampans take you up the Danning River through the picturesque Lesser Gorges. Then, the ship passes through Wu Gorge before entering the ship locks of the Three Gorges Dam. Meals B,L,D

Day 10 - Cruising / 3 Gorges Dam / Shanghai
Visit the Three Gorges Dam itself before disembarking in Yichang. Fly to Shanghai your award-winning luxury hotel. Shangri-La Pudong – Meals B,L

Day 11 - Shanghai
Full-day touring begins with a drive along the Bund , then through the historic French Concession to Yu Yuan Gardens and the Shanghai Museum. Meals B,L

Day 12 - Shanghai / Suzhou
Travel to Suzhou, famed for its classic gardens. Visit the Garden of the Master of Nets, one of the most elegant. Continue with a boat ride along the ancient Grand Canal. Your deluxe accommodations capture the graceful charm of this garden city.
Sheraton Hotel – Meals B,L

Day 13 - Suzhou / Tongli / Guilin
Travel to Tongli, an ancient city of beautiful bridges and scenic waterways before flying to Guilin. Sheraton Hotel – Meals B,L

Day 14 - Li River Cruise
Cruise the Li River through limestone peaks and densely forested slopes and vistas that have inspired artists and poets for centuries. Meals B,L

Day 15 - Guilin FreeStyle Day / Hong Kong
Before flying to Hong Kong, enjoy a free morning and FreeStyle afternoon with any of these prepaid features:
• Reed Flute Cave & Elephant Trunk Hill
• Guilin Tea Institute & scenic Yao Hill
• Local School & traditional Chinese Medicine
• Ancient town of Daxu

Shangri-La Kowloon Hotel – Meals B,L

Day 16 - Hong Kong
A complete survey tour of Hong Kong starts atop Victoria Peak, continues with a sampan ride through Aberdeen Fishing Village and ending with shopping at Stanley Market. Meals B

Day 17 - Hong Kong
You have the full day free. Meals B

Day 18 - Hong Kong
Your program with us finishes after breakfast, or discover more of Asia with our FreeStyle Travel. Meals B
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