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Culture of China Tour
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ChinaStudies
has crafted the ultimate China Culture Tour. Visit ancient sites and
experience the wonder of this mystic land. ChinaStudies will introduce you
to unique individuals, places and practices found only in the Middle
Kingdom.
Your personal guides for this tour program are Helen and
James Jay, renowned China travel experts. They have led expeditions to
Asia
since 1997 and have escorted hundreds of adventurers on cultural and
educational programs throughout the entire breadth of this vast country.
The Jays are also known for their mastery of the ancient
Chinese art of Feng Shui and have led numerous workshops throughout the
US,
China, Europe and Mexico.
This tour program is a luxury 5 star, top of the line
excursion. Travel with the best. Travel with ChinaStudies.
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TOUR DATES:
October 12-24, 2007
Price: $2,993.00
U.S./person/double occupancy.
Single supplement is $700. All prices U.S. currency. Includes all meals, hotels, tours and transfers.
Tour includes:
5 Star hotel accommodations – (based on double occupancy / shared room. If
you do not have a roommate or prefer a single room, a single supplement
must be purchased.), western breakfasts, traditional Chinese cuisine
lunches and dinners, all gratuities (approx. $150.00 U.S.), English
speaking guides, private air-conditioned ground transportation and flights
in China, cultural
performances and entrance fees.
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ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrive
Beijing
Welcome to the capital of
Beijing. Upon
arrival at Beijing
airport, transfer to the
Beijing International
Hotel (5 star – 4 nights). Free evening to get some rest.
Day 02: Beijing
American breakfast in hotel. Morning orientation will be on the bus. A full
day of touring Beijing city including Tian'an Men Square and after lunch,
the Forbidden City. Explore its chambers and view the priceless treasures of
China's past. From the bustling energy of the city we move on to a quiet
side of old Beijing and enjoy a rickshaw Hutong Tour. Roast Peking Duck
Dinner. |
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Day 03: Beijing
American breakfast in hotel. Morning Tai chi Demonstration located in a
nearby park. Travel by private coach to the Sacred Way of the Ming Emperors and walk among the magnificent animal sculptures
guarding the tomb area entrance. Tour a Jade Factory and watch the craftsmen
carving this traditional stone of
China. After
lunch, we’ll continue on our journey to the Great Wall at little visited
Juyongguan Pass. |
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Day 04: Beijing
American
breakfast in hotel. Visit Yong He Gong Tibetan Buddhist Temple, the largest
Tibetan Buddhist temple in China outside of Tibet. After lunch, Walk the
sacred grounds of the Temple of Heaven where each year the Emperor came to
pray for the wealth and health of the nation. Dinner at “Lao Beijing” old
style Beijing noodle house. |
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05: Beijing /
Xi’an
American breakfast in hotel. Transfer to airport for flight to Xi’an.
Upon arrival at Xian airport, transfer to 5 star Hotel – 2 nights). Relax
and enjoy sampling some of China’s finest Green Tea, then we’ll tour the
Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and after dinner, wander the Muslim Quarter and
Market Place.
Day 06: Xi’an
American breakfast in hotel. The day commences with a visit to the
Terracotta Warriors Museum. |
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After lunch, tour to
a Silk Rug Factory where you can watch the craftswomen hand knotting
precious silk rugs. Tonight enjoy a local favorite Xi’an Dumpling Dinner.
Day 07: Xi'an/Chongqing
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Chongqing. Upon arrival visit the
Luohan Temple, a Buddhist Temple that dates from A.D.1000. After dinner
we’ll transfer to board the Victoria Cruise (5 star – 3 nights). |
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Day 08 & 09: Yangtze River
Cruise
Onboard activities
feature lectures on Chinese history and culture, Tai Chi lessons, and
calligraphy demonstrations. Narrative by knowledgeable river guides while
sailing through the Three Gorges. See below for sample river itinerary.
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Day 7
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9:00 pm depart
Chongqing |
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Day 8
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Shore excursion to
Shibaozhai or Wanzhou |
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Day 9
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Sail through Qutang
Gorge/Wu Gorge
Excursion to Daning
River Small Gorges or Shennong Stream
Sail through Three Gorges shiplocks |
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Day 10
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8:00 am arrive Yang Jia Wang
Morning visit Three Gorges Dam site
12:00 noon disembark Yichang |
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Itineraries and times
are subject to change according to river conditions.
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Day 10: Yichang / Shanghai
Arrive in Yichang at noon, meet and transfer to the airport for flight to
Shanghai.
Upon arrival at
Shanghai
Hongqiao airport, transfer to 5 star Hotel – 3 nights) for rest.
Day11: Shanghai
American breakfast in hotel. Visit the beautiful Jade Buddha Temple, Relax
in the Old Town Bazaar Huxinting Tea House. Enjoy some free time after lunch
to explore the Bazaar area. Meet at hotel for dinner. |
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Day12: Shanghai
American breakfast in hotel. Free day in beautiful
Shanghai!
Day 13: Shanghai
Transfer to the airport for the flight back.
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Not included in tour price:
International airfare & airport transfers, all passport applications, fees
and China entry visa, and personal hotel amenities and expenditures. Single
Room Supplement price for this itinerary is an additional $700.00.
Please remember when purchasing your airline
tickets, the tour begins in
Beijing October 12, 2007 (arrival
city) and ends in Shanghai
(departure city) October 24, 2007.
Flights from the
U.S. require a departure date of October 11th to insure arrival
on the 12th in Beijing.
REGISTRATION: To register for this tour, a $300.00 U.S. deposit is
required. Balance of payment for China Culture Tour is due September 1,
2007. Tour may be tax deductible - check with your accountant. If you would like to speak to
a real live person about this tour, please call our office at
1-800-551-2482 or 530-470-9215. Fax to 530-470-9205. Our office hours are
10-4 M-F Pacific Time. Email: info@chinastudies.com
Click here to Register on-line!
Note: Itinerary subject to change due to local conditions,
transportation schedule changes or at guides' discretion. |
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