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World Traveler Privately-Guided Touring
HOTEL INFORMATION:  Shangri-La China WorldHotel Class: Deluxe Located in the heart of Beijing's diplomatic and business district, the Shangri-La's China World Hotel is the leading address for distinguished business and government leaders as well as discerning travellers visiting the capital of China. Fully renovated in 2003, the award-winning hotel stands tall over the majestic China World Trade Centre complex.With comfort, luxury and style in mind, all 716 newly- refurbished guestrooms and suites are decorated with sleek fabric wall panels, luxurious furnishings and contemporary Asian art. The guestrooms provide every amenity for the seasoned traveller.  Peninsula HotelHotel Class: Luxury The Peninsula Hong Kong is the most historical hotel in Hong Kong, having first opened in 1928. The hotel offers a unique array of dining experiences and function venues, recreational facilities, spa by ESPA, a harbor-view swimming pool and a sun terrace. All guest rooms include air conditioning, fully stocked minibar, satellite television, hair dryer, daily newspaper, direct-dial phone, and internet access.  Four SeasonsHotel Class: Luxury Ideally located in Shanghai’s downtown, a short distance from the prestigious shopping, entertainment and business areas of Nanjing and Huaihai roads, Four Seasons is a 37-storey modern highrise offering 439 guest rooms and suites. Onsite amenities include a state-of-the-art Fitness Centre with saunas, steam rooms, and hot and cold plunge pools as well as an indoor pool with an adjacent hot whirlpool. The hotel also houses five restaurants and two lounges.  Sheraton HotelHotel Class: Deluxe Sheraton Suzhou Hotel & Towers is conveniently located in the heart of Suzhou. The fitness center, indoor and outdoor heated swimming pool, steam room, sauna, and Jacuzzi are available when you need to reenergize.  Shangri-La Hotel, XianHotel Class: Luxury A retreat for discerning travellers, the Shangri-La Hotel boasts a minimum 40 square metres and includes 24-hour room service, same day laundry and valet service, satellite TV, data ports and broadband internet services. The Shangri-La Hotel, Xian also provides a selection of bars and restaurants including a lobby lounge, coffee shop, and speciality and Chinese restaurants and health club with an indoor swimming pool.
Day 1 - Beijing
Check-in to your luxury hotel in the heart of downtown. China World Hotel Day 2 - Beijing Your privately-guided sightseeing includes Tiananmen Square, the largest public plaza in the world, and the palaces and courtyards of the Forbidden City#WHS#. Then visit the Summer Palace#WHS# and see Beijing’s amazing 2008 Olympic venues. Meals B,L Day 3 - Beijing Experience the Great Wall#WHS# without the usual crowds. Your personal car and guide will take you to a remote section where restoration is ongoing; you can assist in the efforts by placing your own personalized brick in the wall. Later, explore one of Beijing’s traditional neighborhoods on our Make-A-Friend program and meet with a resident family for a cooking class and lively discussion. Dine tonight at the Quan Jude Peking Duck Dinner Restaurant, established in 1864 and famous throughout China. Meals B,L,D Day 4 - Beijing / Xian Fly to Xian and transfer by private car to your luxury hotel. Touch Antiquity at the Xian Museum, a rare opportunity to handle ancient artifacts from China’s 5,000 year history. Tonight, your personal guide will lead you through the bustling night markets of the city. Meals B,D Shangri-La Hotel Xian Day 5 - Xian / Terra Cotta Warriors#WHS# Today’s privately-guided sightseeing features the Terra Cotta Warriors, China’s greatest archaeological discovery, where a terra cotta army, thousands-strong has guarded an emperor’s tomb for 2,000 years. Explore the ancient city walls and then enjoy a lively demonstration of noodle-making followed by lunch. Meals B,L Day 6 - Xian / Shanghai / Suzhou Fly to Shanghai and travel by car to Suzhou. Cruise on the ancient Grand Canal and overnight at your deluxe hotel in the heart of town. Meals B,L Sheraton Hotel Day 7 - Suzhou / Shanghai Visit the Garden of the Master of the Nets#WHS# and the Panmen Gate. Travel to Shanghai by train and transfer to your city-center hotel. Meals B,L Four Seasons Hotel Day 8 - FreeStyle Day in Shanghai Tailor your stay with the tour of your choice: • City Tour: The Bund, Yu Yuan Gardens, Old City Bazaar and the Urban Planning Institute. • Heritage Tour: The Jewish Heritage District, People’ Square and Shanghai Museum. • Architecture Tour: Jinmao Tower, French Concession, Pudong and Xintiandi. Meals B,D Day 9 - Shanghai Enjoy a free day to explore this friendly, exciting city at your own pace. Meals B Day 10 - Shanghai / Hong Kong Fly to Hong Kong where your car, driver and guide are waiting to transport you to your legendary luxury hotel in the heart of Kowloon. Meals B Peninsula Hotel Day 11 - Hong Kong Your private-car sightseeing tour of Hong Kong includes enchanting views from atop Victoria Peak and continues with a sampan ride through Aberdeen Fishing Village. Stop in scenic Repulse Bay and browse through Stanley Market before returning to your hotel. Meals B Day 12 - Hong Kong Venture forth to explore and shop in Hong Kong at your own pace today. Meals B Day 13 - Hong Kong Your tour with us finishes this morning. Or, explore more of Asia with our FreeStyle Travel. Meals B
World Traveler Privately-Guided Touring
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