Tour Code:CA-OAX
Detailed Itinerary
- Day 01 : USA - Beijing
We start our vacation by boarding an international flight bound for Beijing, the bustling capital of modern-day China. Spend the night on board as we cross the International Date Line.
- Day 02 : Arrive Beijing
We arrive in the evening. Beijing is in the midst of much change as it prepares to host the 2008 Summer Olympics and welcome a record number of visitors. There is no sightseeing planned for this evening, so relax and unwind in luxury hotel accommodations.
- Day 03 : Beijing (AB, L, DP)
China's political center is home to over 13 million people. Today we enjoy a full day tour of this rich historical city. we begin by visiting the expansive Tiananmen Square, which is distinguished as being the world's largest public square. We continue on to the Forbidden City, so named as commoners were forbidden entry thgough its gates. later, we tour the magnificent Summer Palace, a place of rest and relaxation away from the blazing Beijing heat for the emperor and his family. in the evening, we are captivated by an impressive Chinese Acrobatics show and a delicious Peking Duck Banqet has been prepared for our enjoyment.
- Day 04 : Beijing (AB, L, DH)
The highlight of any tour to China is the massive Great Wall. Meandering its way thousands of miles across Northern China, the Wall can be seen even from the Moon. We spend ample time traversing the ancient steps of the Great Wall, descending later to visit the Ming Tomb Museum.
- Day 05 : Beijing (AB)
Two full days of sightseeing has left us in need of some free time. Enjoy a full day of leisure as we explore Beijing at our own pace.
- Day 06 : Beijing - Xian (AB, L, DH)
We complete our Beijing tour by visiting the Temple of Heaven. Widely regarded as the noblest example of religious architecture in all of China, the Temple of Heaven is where emperors came to pray for a bountiful harvest. We fly to Xian in the afternoon and then head to the City Wall.
- Day 07 : Xian (AB, L, DS)
Xian is home to the life-sized Terra-Cotta Warriors of Qin Shi Huang. Made to protect China's first emperor even in death, the Terra- Cotta Army was found by a farmer in 1974 and attracts thousands of visitors each year. After viewing the fine troops, we head back into town to visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. We are in for a treat this evening as we enjoy an Imperial Dumpling Banquet, after which we observe an exciting Tang Dynasty Stage Show.
- Day 08 : Xian - Shanghai (AB, L, DH)
Shanghai is undoubtedly China's largest city with a population of well over 14 million. This dynamic port city boasts a creative blend of East and West styles and traditions. An afternoon city tour of this cosmopolitan metropolis takes us to Yu Garden, bustling Nanjing Road, and the famous waterfront Bund.
- Day 09 : Shanghai (AB)
The entire day is free for leisure activities. Do some last-minute souvenir shopping or tour the "Garden City" of Suzhou. Suzhou is a city interlaced by canals and famous for its highquality silk fabrics.
- Day 10 : Shanghai - USA (AB)
Bid a fond farewell to China as we board our homebound international flight. Arrive back in the U.S. on the same day we left China.
Features
- Hotels:
- Beijing - New Otani Hotel (5 stars)
- Xian - Hyatt Regency (5 stars)
- Shanghai - Radisson Plaza (5 stars)
- Tour Package Includes:
- Fine Dining:
3 meals a day for the entire trip except free days
Full American or buffet breakfast daily
Chinese or western dinners in hotels or at local restaurants
- Local Specialties:
Beijing - Peking Duck Banquet
Xian - Imperial Dumpling Banquet
- Special Entertainments:
Beijing - Chinese Acrobatics Show
Xian - Tang Dynasty Stage Opera
- Round trip trans-Pacific air ticket
- China domestic air tickets
- Comprehensive sightseeing tours and shore excursions as specified
- Experienced and knowledgeable tour guides throughout your trip in China
- Travel Protection Insurance is provided at no additional cost, if final payment is received at least 45 days prior to departure date
- "USTOA" $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program
- Tax for this package is $88
Departure - Return & Pricing from New York (JFK)
- 7/8/2005 - 7/17/2005/ $ 1749.00
- 7/22/2005 - 7/31/2005 / $ 1749.00
- 8/5/2005 - 8/14/2005 / $ 1749.00
- 8/19/2005 - 8/28/2005 / 1749.00
- 9/2/2005 - 9/11/2005 / $ 1849.00
- 9/9/2005 - 9/18/2005 / $ 1849.00
- 9/16/2005 - 9/25/2005 / $ 1849.00
- 9/23/2005 - 10/2/2005/ $ 1849.00
- 9/30/2005 - 10/9/2005 / $ 1849.00
- 10/7/2005 - 10/16/2005 / $ 1849.00
- 10/14/2005 - 10/23/2005 / 1849.00
- 10/21/2005 - 10/30/2005 / $ 1749.00
- 10/28/2005 - 11/6/2005 / $ 1749.00
- 11/4/2005 - 11/13/2005 / $ 1649.00
- 11/18/2005 - 11/27/2005 / $ 1649.00
- Single Supplement $ 360.00
- International Air Taxes $ 88.00
Starting September 1, 2005 China domestic airports will no longer collect airport taxes on the spot. Instead, domestic China airport taxes are to be included in the airline tickets issued prior to departure. Thus, we must charge the domestic tax amount as a seperate charge from the tour fare for all tour dates departing after September 1, as listed below:
Domestic China Airport Taxes (by Gateway)
New York (JFK) $ 29.00
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