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SOUTHERN CHINA FAMILY ODYSSEY -  13 days/11 nights  (SCF)

Hong Kong / Sanya / Guilin / Yangshuo / Shanghai

Private Journey* - Daily Departure

Searching for that unforgettable family holiday that will bring you a memories of a lifetime?  We've got that perfect trip for you! Our Southern China Family Odyssey program features an uncommon journey to Southern China's Top Spots. Blessed with mild climate year-round, these cities blends an exotic mix of inspiring culture, beautiful sceneries, white sandy beaches, and outdoors adventures for all ages.

Your unforgettable voyage begins in Hong Kong, forever known as the "Pearl of the Orient", a sophisticated, diverse and bustling metropolis where millions come to savor its culinary delicacies, hunt for extraordinary shopping bargains, and soak up the energy of its electrifying city life.

A short flight takes to the beautiful Tropical Paradise of Hainan Island. Situated on the southern-most tip of China and blessed with 300 days of bright sunny skies annually, Sanya is home to The "Miss World Pageant" in 2004, 2005 & 2007 and is now amongst the hottest beach destinations in Asia. With pristine white sandy beaches, crystal waters, lush mountain sceneries, you are sure to find yourself in total relaxation in Sanya.

Next, destination Guilin. There will be nothing short of disbelief as your flight makes its final descend upon Guilin. Its stunning landscape has mesmerized poets and artists from around the world for centuries. Here enjoy visits to the revered treasures of Guilin, a riverboat journey along the mystic Li River, and an invigorating bike ride around Yangshuo's beautiful countryside set amidst rice paddies, local villages and water-buffalos. Last but not least, Shanghai. A World Class Metropolis famous for its spectacular skyline, fantastic shopping, top-notch cuisines and endless entertainment. Oh, be sure to fasten your seat beats on board the planets fastest, 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!

TOUR INCLUDES:

• Round-trip air from the U.S. via Cathay Pacific Airways

• One way Hong Kong / Sanya / Guilin / Shanghai Airfares

• Private Tour*: Sightseeing & Transfers by private car, driver and Professional English-speaking guides (except in Hong Kong)

HONG KONG (3 nights)

• 3 nights at Royal Garden Hong Kong Hotel

• Hotel Breakfasts Daily

• Half-day Hong Kong sightseeing tour

SANYA (3 nights)

• 3 nights at Grand Soluxe Resort

• Hotel Breakfasts Daily

• Private Excursion to Monkey Island with Cable Car Ride

GUILIN / YANGSHUO (2 nights)

• 1 night at Shangri-la Guilin¹ in Guilin

• 1 night at Green Lotus Hotel in Yangshuo

• Daily breakfasts at the hotel

• 1 lunch & 1 dinner

• Extensive private sightseeing per itinerary

• Evening Cormorant Fishing Excursion

SHANGHAI (3 nights)

• 3 nights at Swissotel Grand Shanghai

• Hotel American Breakfasts Daily

• 1 lunch & 1 Dinner

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

• Evening Shanghai Acrobatics Performance

*except in Hong Kong -  sightseeing and airport transfers on join basis, provided by air-conditioned motor-coach

¹Shangri-la Guilin scheduled to open in Q1 2010 (Sheraton will used before Shangri-la opens).

Junk boat, Hong Kong

Sanya

Water Buffalo, Guilin