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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! 

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 Park Plaza Beijing (Superior) | Renaissance Capital (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 Golden Flower by Shangri-la (Superior) OR Shangri-la 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 Guilin Hotel (Superior) | Shangri-la Guilin¹ | Sheraton Guilin (Deluxe)

• 1 night at Green Lotus 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 Park Hotel Hong Kong (Superior) | InterContinental Grand Stanford² (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

¹Shangri-la Guilin scheduled to open in Q1 2010 (Sheraton will used before Shangri-la opens). Deluxe option features Deluxe River View Room.

² Accommodations at InterContinental Grand Stanford (deluxe option) based on Harbor view room

Tsing Ma Bridge, Hong Kong

Sunset in Yangshuo

Guilin's Elephant Trunk