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The Magnificent Great Wall, Beijing

Terra-cotta Warriors, Xian

Typical Farm Culture, Guilin

Ocean Park, Hong Kong

CHINA FAMILY SPECTACULAR (Program A) -  14 days/12 nights  (CFA)

Beijing / Xian / Guilin / Yanghsuo / Hong Kong

Private Journey* -- Daily departure.

Designed specifically for families, this action-packed journey to China combines culture, history and great family fun to bring you the holiday experience of a lifetime! This meticulous planned 14-day itinerary features two of China's greatest ancient capitals, an invigorating visit to one of China's most beautiful countrysides, and one of the top shopping and entertainment Meccas our planet has to offer.

Your introduction to China begins in Beijing, where the opportunity of a glimpse into China's magnificent three thousand year history awaits. You will visit legendary landmarks such as The Forbidden City, Ming Tombs, The Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, and of course, the Great Wall of China -- all with the convenience and comfort of China's modern day infrastructure, personalized service and superb accommodations. A short flight then takes you to Xian, the  beautiful  ancient capital  for over 1,000 years of 13 dynasties, and home of the legendary Terracotta Warriors -  an archaeological gem that has inspired millions from across the globe.  

Next, we take you to beautiful Guilin, a land of stunning sceneries and timeless farm culture that seems almost unreal in today's society. Here, you will embark on a breathtaking river cruise along the majestic Li River, enjoy simple pleasures by taking a leisurely bike ride around Yangshuo's picturesque countryside, and discover the charm of the artisan village of Yangshuo along West Street.  Finally, we top off this incredible journey by touching down in Hong Kong, forever known as the "Pearl of the Orient", where vast entertainment, fabulous cuisine and fantastic shopping can be found everywhere!  A visit to Ocean Park, a Sea World-like marine based theme park renown for its spectacular Oceanarium, roller-coaster thrills, dolphins shows and ecological wonders, will leave everyone talking for years to come.

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!   

TOUR INCLUDES:

• Round-trip air from the U.S. via All Nippon Airways

• All China Domestic Airfares

• Private Tour*: Sightseeing & Transfers by private car, driver and Professional English-speaking guides 

BEIJING (4 nights)

• 4 nights at Renaissance Beijing Hotel (Superior) OR Park Plaza Hotel (Deluxe)

• Hotel American Breakfasts Daily

• 3 Lunches

• 1 Peking Duck dinner

• Evening Acrobatics Performance

• Half day private Hutong Tour and luncheon with local family

• Full day private Great Wall at Mutianyu with cable car ride and Ming Tombs Tour

• Full day private Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Tiananmen Square and Temple of Heaven Tour

XIAN (2 nights)

• 2 nights at  Shangri-la Golden Flower (Superior) | Sofitel Xian (Deluxe)

• Hotel American Breakfasts Daily

• 1 Lunch

• 1 Tang Dynasty dinner and cultural show

• Full day private Tour to Terracotta Army excavation site, Shaanxi Museum, and City Wall

GUILIN / YANGSHUO (3 nights)

• 2 nights at Waterfall Hotel in Guilin

• 1 night at Paradise Hotel in Yangshuo

• Hotel American Breakfasts Daily

• 1 lunch

• 1 dinner

• Li River Cruise

• Full day private Guilin Tour with Cormorant Fishing Show

• Private Nature discovery hiking or biking excursion in Yangshuo

HONG KONG (3 nights)

• 3 nights at The Royal Garden (Superior) | InterCon. Grand Stanford¹ (Deluxe)

• Hotel American Breakfasts Daily

• Half-day Hong Kong sightseeing tour by seat-in-coach

• Full day excursion to Ocean Park by seat-in-coach

*except in Hong Kong -  sightseeing and airport transfers will be provided by air-conditioned motor-coach

¹ Accommodation at InterContinental Grand Stanford (deluxe option) based on Harbor view room

  S = Superior | D = Deluxe

 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Prices are per person, based on double occupancy

• When Trans-Pacific travel takes place on a weekend (Fri-Sun), add $50 per person each direction.

• 2008 Olympics:

  • Blackout dates in Beijing between Aug. 01 - 31, 2008

  • Hotel surcharges & other restrictions apply during, pre & post Olympic Period (July 15 - Sept. 15)

• U.S. & Foreign departure taxes, fees and fuel surcharges are not included (Approx. $600).

• For add-on fares from eligible connecting U.S. domestic cities, please refer to Connecting Cities chart.

• Price excludes personal expenses, beverages, gratuities to guides and drivers

• *For air & land option, airfare supplement of $160 applies for travel between December 9 - 29

• Holiday surcharges applies for stays during Dec. 23 - Jan. 05

• Passengers returning to JFK/IAD/ORD will have an overnight at Narita (Tokyo). Arrive home the next day.

• Land-only price includes China Domestic Airfares

• China visa fee not included.  Passport must be valid at least 6 months from date of trip return