• Day 1 - Depart North America



• Day 2 - Arrive Beijing (4 nights) Arrive in Beijing and be greeted by a Trafalgar Tour Director who will escort you to the Kempinski Hotel.
  
  Hotel: Kempinski



• Day 3 - Beijing Beijing is home to many sights that make China a must-see destination, including your stops today: the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and the Temple of Heaven. You’ll also be treated to a relaxing foot massage, and in the evening, savor a traditional Peking Duck feast. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Highlight dinner)



• Day 4 - Beijing You’ll walk along the Great Wall, which dates from the 3rd century BC and extends 4,000 miles – a not-to-be-missed experience. Afterwards, visit the lavish and historic Ming Tombs. In the evening, enjoy a historic Beijing Opera performance. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)



• Day 5 - Beijing Join your tour guides for a visit to one of China’s best-preserved imperial gardens at the Summer Palace. Take a rickshaw tour of the Hutongs in the old residential area of Beijing. In the evening, enjoy a boat tour of Shichahai Lake. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)



• Day 6 - Beijing – Xi''an (2 nights) This morning, you’ll fly to the ancient city of Xi’an, where upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by a Royal Welcome Ceremony held just for you at the city gate. After the ceremony, transfer to the Sofitel Hotel, and then be treated to a spectacular dumpling dinner. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Highlight dinner) 
  
  Hotel: Sofitel



• Day 7 - Xi''an Visit the iconic life-sized Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses guarding the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China. During the evening, enjoy a Tang Dynasty dinner and cultural show. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Highlight dinner)



• Day 8 - Xi''an – Shanghai - Tongli - Suzhou Fly to Shanghai, and then continue on to charming Tongli with its narrow streets, and elegant homes, teahouses and intriguing shops. Next you’ll visit Suzhou, known for its famous and delicate gardens. Before going to your evening performance of music and dance, you’ll check in to the Shangri-La Hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) 
  
  Hotel: Shangri-La



• Day 9 - Suzhou - Shanghai (2 nights) You will tour the Humble Administrator Gardens, a splendid example of Suzhou’s famous gardens and also listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. Visit the Embroidery Institute before returning to bustling Shanghai where you will transfer to the Regal International Hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Regal International



• Day 10 - Shanghai Enjoy the many splendors of Shanghai including Old Town, the Bund, and an evening performance by the world-famous Shanghai Acrobats. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)



• Day 11 - Shanghai – Yichang – Yangtze Cruise (4 nights) Tour the Oriental Pearl TV Tower with its distinctive artistic spheres before your flight to Yichang, where you’ll board your luxurious Victoria Cruises ship. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)



• Day 12 - Cruising the Yangtze River Visit the Three Gorges Dam. Admire the dramatic shoals and verdant cliffs of Xiling Gorge, the longest of the Three Gorges. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)



• Day 13 - Cruising the Yangtze River Board a riverboat for a voyage down the Lesser Three Gorges, depending on water levels. After returning to the cruise ship, sail through Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
  



• Day 14 - Cruising the Yangtze River You’ll visit Shibaozhai, Fengdu or Wanzhou, depending on water levels. These are some of the Yangtze River’s most impressive sights. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
  



• Day 15 - Cruising the Yangtze River - Chongqing - Dazu - Chongqing Disembark in Chongqing, and travel to Dazu to enjoy the Dazu Rock Carvings from the Tang, Ming and Qing Dynasties. Marvel at the more than 50,000 Buddhist, Taoist and Confucian rock carvings. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) 
  
  Hotel: Marriott



• Day 16 - Chongqing - Guilin (2 nights) Tour Chongqing, known for its great Sichuan cuisine. Next tour Chongqing Zoo and visit the pandas before flying to Guilin. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) 
  
  Hotel: Sheraton



• Day 17 - Guilin - Yangzhou Enjoy a half-day cruise down the Li River. Visit Yangshuo, a leading economic and cultural center since the Tang Dynasty. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
  
  



• Day 18 - Guillin – Hong Kong (2 nights) Marvel at the distinctly-colored stalactites and stalagmites in the Reed Flute Cave. Visit a Chinese tea farm and fly to Hong Kong. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch) 
  
  Hotel: Sheraton



• Day 19 - Hong Kong Enjoy the best of the island on a half day tour – Victoria Peak, the Aberdeen Fishing Village and Stanley Market. (Buffet breakfast)
  



• Day 20 - Hong Kong – North America Transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  Note: Substitute visits to other sights along the Yangtze River may occur depending on water levels, or other factors.
  
  

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3/17/2009 - 4/5/2009	$5,340	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/7/2009 - 4/26/2009	$5,699	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/21/2009 - 5/10/2009	$5,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/28/2009 - 5/17/2009	$5,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/5/2009 - 5/24/2009	$5,499	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/12/2009 - 5/31/2009	$5,499	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/26/2009 - 6/14/2009	$5,399	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
6/9/2009 - 6/28/2009	$5,040	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
6/30/2009 - 7/19/2009	$4,999	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/14/2009 - 8/2/2009	$4,999	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/28/2009 - 8/16/2009	$4,999	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
8/11/2009 - 8/30/2009	$4,999	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
8/18/2009 - 9/6/2009	$4,999	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/1/2009 - 9/20/2009	$5,640	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/8/2009 - 9/27/2009	$5,640	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/15/2009 - 10/4/2009	$5,640	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/22/2009 - 10/11/2009	$5,699	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/29/2009 - 10/18/2009	$5,699	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
10/6/2009 - 10/25/2009	$5,699	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
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10/27/2009 - 11/15/2009	$5,699	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates. ** Please Note: Guarenteed roomshare is not available on this tour. *** The “LAND+CRUISE ONLY” prices include all intra-China air. **** Ship and hotels are subject to change. Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons. For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent. The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts.

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

4-6 months SAVE 2.5%

7-9 months SAVE 5%

10-12 months SAVE 7.5%

1 year or more SAVE 10%

All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.