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China's Best Treasures (2012)

14 Days from only $2799

Beijing, Xian, Guilin, Long Sheng, Suzhou, Tongli, Shanghai

Overview

This exciting program includes China's top five tourist destinations - Beijing, Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Suzhou. Beijing - the vibrant capital of historic and modern China, is a repository of countless Imperial treasures. Visits include the legendary Great Wall and the Forbidden City. Tour the ancient alley-ways by richshaw in a special Hutong tour. Xian - the ancient captial of 11 Dynasties, is the site of the amazing Terra-Cotta Warriors of the First Emperor. Marvel at this archaeological find which, is still in progress. In China's subtropical south, Guilin - the incredible landscapes are reminiscent of classical Chinese scrolls. The dynamic limestone pinnacles form a surreal backdrop as you cruise along the Li River. Go off-the-beaten-path and visit Long Sheng's Dragon Spine Rice Terrace. The modernistic metropolis of Shanghai - destined to be an international finciancial and commercial center, already has the tallest building in China, the 88 story Jin Mao Tower, this tour covers all.

What's Included

Roundtrip non-stop flights from Vancouver (YVR) and New York (JFK) to Beijing with Air China

All Intra-China flights, ground transportation and transfers

First class hotel accommodationa with private bath, daily American buffet breakfast

Comprehensive private sightseeing tours including entrance fees

32 bountiful meals including 12 American buffet breakfast, 10 lunches and 10 dinners (subject to change depending on China internal flight schedule)

Unique culinary events including an authentic Peking Duck dinner, a traditional Mongolian Barbecue buffet lunch, and a delicious Dumpling Banquet in Xian

Special evening shows including Tang Dynasty stage show and a breathtaking Shanghai Acrobatics

Exclusive Culture InSites Program: Hutong tour in rickshaws, including a visit to a local family home, and home-hosted lunch; visit to a cave dwellings in Xian, etc.

Professional service of an expert, resident Tour Director throughout China for a group of 10 travelers or more

Professional local guiding service in each destination city

Baggage handling service throughout China

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