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The Magnificent Great Wall, Beijing

Terra-cotta Warriors, Xian

Panda in Chengdu

World's Fastest Train - The MagLev

CHINA FAMILY SPECTACULAR (Program B) -  13 days/ 11 nights  (CFB)

Beijing / Xian / Chengdu / Shanghai / Zhujiajiao

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 itinerary features two of China's greatest ancient capitals, a visit to the world-renowned Panda Research & Breeding Center in Chengdu, and touching down on one the planet's top entertainment Meccas.

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 Chengdu in Sichuan Province famous for its natural beauty and Panda inhabitance. Here you will have an opportunity to see Pandas in action as well as to visit the world's oldest irrigation system at Dujiang Weir built over two thousand years ago. We then take you to the ultra-modern metropolis of Shanghai where you have the world virtually at your finger tips. In addition to all the great sites in Shanghai, we visit the ancient water-town of Zhujiajiao, forever known for its beautiful canals, local markets and traditional setting. Finally your farewell to China is greeted with an awe-inspiring ride on the planets fastest, and one-and-only MagLev Train. A futuristic marvel with a magnetic levitation system that propels a train with no wheels, wings or engine at a top speed exceeding 300 mph. But don't blink -- there is a lot to be missed with a bat of an eye!

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 per itinerary

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

BEIJING (4 nights)

• 4 nights at Renaissance Capital Hotel

• Hotel American Breakfasts Daily

• 3 Chinese lunches

• 1 Peking Duck dinner

• Half day private Hutong Tour and luncheon with local family

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

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

• Evening "Legends of Kung Fu" Performance

XIAN (2 nights)

• 2 nights at Shangri-la Golden Flower

• Hotel American Breakfasts Daily

• 2 Chinese lunches

• 1 Tang Dynasty dinner and cultural show

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

CHENGDU (2 nights)

• 2 nights at Sheraton Lido Hotel

• Hotel American Breakfasts Daily

• 1 Chinese Lunch

• 1 Chinese dinner

• Extensive private sightseeing of Panda Research & Breeding Center and Dujiangyan Irrigation System

SHANGHAI (3 nights)

• 3 nights at New World Mayfair Hotel

• Hotel American Breakfasts Daily

• 1 Chinese lunch

• 1 Dinner

• Full day private sightseeing including the Bund, Yu Yuan Garden, Shanghai Museum & Urban Planning Exhibition Center

• Half Day private excursion to the ancient water-town of Zhujiajiao

• Evening Shanghai Acrobatics Performance

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.

• U.S. & Foreign departure taxes, fees and fuel surcharges are not included (Approx. $500).

• 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 $180 applies for travel between December 9 - 29

• 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 required for entry. Not included in package.  Passport must be valid at least 6 months from date of trip return