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Treasures of Japan & China
Your incredible journey begins in Tokyo, Japan's capital city, with wonders that include the Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace Plaza, and Asakusa Kannon Temple. Head south for Hakone and a cable car ride with panoramic views of spectacular Mount Fuji (weather permitting), then, a thrilling bullet train ride delivers you to Kyoto to visit Kinkakuji, the Temple of the Gold Pavilion, and the Heian Shrine & Garden. Fly to Shanghai, where you"ll experience the Shanghai Museum, Yu Yuan Gardens, and the Children's Palace. On to Guilin for vistas of unique limestone mountain during a leisurely Li River cruise. In Xi"an, enjoy "The Tang Dynasty" dinner show and see the enormous tomb of China's first emperor with its legion of Terracotta Warriors. Fly to Beijing for sightseeing that includes the Forbidden City's Imperial Palace, Tian"anmen Square, the Beijing Zoo, the former Imperial Summer Palace, the Great Wall, and the Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs. Your adventure concludes with a delightful Peking Duck dinner.
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| Call (203) 238-1251 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6530327 | | Globus | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Board your transpacific flight | (Fri.) Board your transpacific flight. | | Day 2 | Tokyo | (Sat.) Welcome to Japan's capital city. Hotel rooms are available for immediate check-in. | | Day 3 | Tokyo | (Sun.) Meet your traveling companions prior to a sightseeing tour of Japan's capital city, home to more than 8 million people. A Local Guide takes you to the MEIJI SHRINE, a magnificent 20th-century Shinto monument set in a man-made forest, followed by a drive to see the Imperial Palace Plaza. Next, visit an ARTIST'S STUDIO and enjoy demonstrations of a master calligrapher before trying it yourself. Last stop is the ASAKUSA KANNON TEMPLE with the NAKAMISE SHOPPING ARCADE where you can sample some local delicacies. The balance of the day is at leisure. Perhaps stroll through the famous Ginza area. Tonight, join your traveling companions at a WELCOME DINNER hosted by your Tour Director. After dinner, join your Tour Director for a WALKING TOUR among the dazzling neon lights of Tokyo. (B,D) | | Day 4 | Hakone | (Mon.) This morning, head south for Hakone via Kamakura to see the Great Buddha China. Upon arrival, take a CABLE CAR RIDE for panoramic views of spectacular Mount Fuji (weather permitting). This evening, enjoy a special Japanese-style dinner. (B,D) | | Day 5 | Kyoto | (Tue.) Today, enjoy a thrilling ride on a bullet train to Kyoto. Established in 1964, Japan's bullet trains, or Shinkansen, were the world's first high-speed trains and now travel at speeds in excess of 185 miles per hour. (B) | | Day 6 | Kyoto | (Wed.) This morning's city tour features the extraordinary NIJO CASTLE, built in 1603 as the official residence of Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. Next, visit Kinkakuji, the TEMPLE OF THE GOLD PAVILION, and the HEIAN SHRINE and GARDEN. For lunch, participate in a special JAPANESE COOKING CLASS. Under the instruction of a local chef you will learn how to make a popular Japanese dish. You will also visit a KIMONO FACTORY where you will try on this traditional dress and have your picture taken. Perhaps join the afternoon optional excursion to Nara, the oldest capital of Japan, where you will visit Todaiji Temple with Great Buddha; Kasuga Shrine, famous for stone and bronze lanterns; and Kofuji Temple with its 5-story pagoda China. (B,L,D) | | Day 7 | Kyoto | (Thu.) A full day at leisure for you to enjoy the many temples, shrines, palaces, and pagodas at your own pace. (B) | | Day 8 | Shanghai | (Fri.) Transfer to the airport for your flight to Shanghai, China's most populous city and
center of trade and industry. Tonight there will be plenty of time to enjoy the city, and shop some of the 400 stores on Nanjing Road and the famous Friendship Store on the Bund. (B,D) | | Day 9 | Shanghai | (Sat.) Full day of sightseeing. Stroll along the Bund, the city's riverfront boulevard lined with historic buildings housing banks and trade houses. You'll visit the SHANGHAI MUSEUM and experience the YU YUAN GARDENS. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant and visit the CHILDREN'S PALACE, one of China's famous kindergartens. This evening, consider joining an optional tour to see a spectacular ACROBATIC SHOW. (B,L) | | Day 10 | Guilin | (Sun.) After a morning at leisure, transfer to the airport for your flight to Guilin, one of China's most beautiful areas. Tonight, you may choose to join our optional trip to see trained cormorants dive for fish, the traditional Lijiang fishing method. (B,D) | | Day 11 | Guilin | (Mon.) Limestone mountains, their needle peaks hidden in mist, rise from the green plain surrounding Guilin. The scene conveys a sense of mystery that for centuries artists have tried to capture. Savor unique vistas during a leisurely CRUISE on the Li River China, where you'll enjoy a light lunch. (B,L) | | Day 12 | Xi'an | (Tue.) A short flight brings you to the city of Xi'an in central China for an overnight stay. This evening, enjoy "The Tang Dynasty" DINNER SHOW featuring a colorful assemblage of classical performances. (B,D) | | Day 13 | Beijing | (Wed.) One of the largest and wealthiest cities in the world when China dominated the silk trade, Xi'an today is an archaeological treasure-trove. In 1974, the enormous TOMB of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huangdi, was accidentally discovered by local farmers. Marvel at the legion of TERRACOTTA WARRIORS that has been guarding the burial site for 2,000 years. During lunch, enjoy a NOODLE-MAKING DEMONSTRATION by a master chef and learn how Chinese noodles are made by hand. Later, fly to Beijing. (B,L) | | Day 14 | Beijing | (Thu.) Your full-day sightseeing includes a visit to the Forbidden City China's IMPERIAL PALACE, once the sacred home of China's great emperors. Nearby is TIAN'ANMEN SQUARE, the largest public square in the world, where the People's Republic of China was proclaimed in 1949. You'll visit the BEIJING ZOO to see pandas, and discover the former Imperial SUMMER PALACE, a complex of pavilions, temples, and galleries situated around Kunming Lake. (B,L) | | Day 15 | Beijing | (Fri.) The GREAT WALL OF CHINA China once stretched for over 4,000 miles across northern China's most barren terrain. The part that has been best preserved and restored lies 40 miles north of Beijing. A walk along the wall affords unforgettable vistas of this mammoth fortress spanning the countryside. Then, visit a CLOISONNE WORKSHOP where you will see local artisans use the techniques of this ancient art form to turn pieces of copper into colorful decorative items. After lunch in a local restaurant, take a leisurely walk down the SACRED WAY of the Ming Tombs and marvel at the impressive hand-carved stone statues. This evening is the perfect finale to a great adventure as you're hosted to a special Peking Duck FAREWELL DINNER. (B,L,D) | | Day 16 | Return Home | (Sat.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B) |
| | | TOKYO Hilton Tokyo (D) | | HAKONE Palace Hotel Hakone (F) | | KYOTO ANA Hotel Kyoto (F) | | SHANGHAI Sofitel Hyland Shanghai (F) | | GUILIN Sheraton Guilin (F) | | XI"AN Grand Mercure on Renmin Square (F) | | BEIJING Traders Hotel (F) | |
| | US$ Price Details Applicable air fare taxes and fees Single Room Supplement:
OA $1048. Triple Rooms are not available.
Extra Nights per person in Tokyo:
In single room $207; in twin room $130.
Extra Nights per person in Beijing:
May-Jun., Sep.-Nov. in single room $185; in twin room $104.
Extra Nights per person in Hong Kong:
May-Jun., 1 Sep.- 10 Sep., 1 Oct.- 7 Oct. in single room $176; in twin room $108. 11 Sep.- 30 Sep., 8 Oct.-Nov. in single room $327; in twin room $184.
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-We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city.
-Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available at our low prices.
Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
Price Guarantee: All vacation prices are based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Prices are subject to increase without notice if such rates change prior to departure. The current price will be confirmed at the time of reservation. However, once Globus has received your deposit for any vacation departing during the current year, that land price is guaranteed, and any subsequent land cost increases are at our expense, not including any government tax increases. Airfares included as part of air-inclusive vacation prices are guaranteed when we receive confirmation of air itinerary and full payment. Vacation prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single room supplements and triple room reductions may be applicable.
Not included in the tour price: Federal Inspection Fees for the U.S. Customs and immigration; International Air Transportation Tax; agricultural tax; any other taxes; security fee; airport taxes and fees; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your tour director; tour host; tour driver; local city guides; gratuities on ferries, trains and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table d'hote menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature. |
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