Tour Itinerary

• Day 1 - October 7 - Depart SFO to Beijing (IM)

  Day 1 - October 7 - Depart SFO to Beijing

  Meals: In-Flight(IM)

  An exciting adventure awaits you as you embark on a non-stop flight to Beijing via Air China. Your Flight CA 986 takes off at 2:50 pm. En route, cross the International Dateline and lose one day.

   

  Flight detail: 12-hour non-stop flight from SFO to Beijing. Please click on the following link for
  details on Air China’s Flight Schedule.

• Day 2 - October 8 - Arrive Beijing (IM)

  Day 2 - October 8 - Arrive Beijing

  Meals: In-Flight(IM)

  Upon arrival at Beijing International Airport, you will be greeted by your guide(s) and transferred to the hotel in the evening. Observe and revel at the amazing city lights and make sure to be well rested for tomorrow, which is your official first day of exploring Beijing and all of its beauty.Chang An Grand Hotel (5 stars)
• Day 3 - October 9 - Beijing (B, L, SD)

  Day 3 - October 9 - Beijing

  Meals: Breakfast(B), Lunch(L), Special Dinner(SD)

  The first day of your journey begins with a wake-up call arranged by the tour guide.  Enjoy an American breakfast before starting your day. A deluxe motor coach and your devoted tour guide(s) are ready for your memorable trip.  Your first peek into the capital city of Beijing begins with a tour to the world’s largest and renowned public square where many historical events once took place - Tiananmen Square. Around the vast square, you can see The Great Hall of People, holding the congress of the Communist Party and National People's Congress, History Museum, Military Museum and Monuments to the People's heroes. When available, you can visit Mao's Mausoleum where his body is in a crystal coffin. Under the famous Mao's portrait, which is positioned at the center of “The Gate of Heavenly Peace” entrance, you will walk into the Forbidden City (also known as Imperial Palace), which holds 9,999 rooms. Experience the intricate architecture and exquisitely designed layout of these grand buildings once housed by Chinese Emperors who ruled during the period of the Qing and Ming Dynasties for almost 500 years (1420-1911).  Thereafter, you will partake in a tranquil visit to the picturesque landscape of the Summer Palace with historic temples, numerous pavilions, marble boat, and famous 728-yard Long Corridor, situated on the man-made Kunming Lake. You will then wrap up the evening with a delicious Peking duck dinner at one of the most prestigious restaurants in Beijing recognized for its specialty.
• Day 4 - October 10 - Beijing Business Seminar (B, L)

  Day 4 - October 10 - Beijing Business Seminar

  Meals: Breakfast(B), Lunch(L)

  Today a business seminar will be arranged in the hotel conference hall.  Representative from Department of Commerce will present a seminar on how to establish your business in China.
• Day 5 - October 11 - Beijing (B, L, D)

  Day 5 - October 11 - Beijing

  Meals: Breakfast(B), Lunch(L), Dinner(D)

  Today you will begin the morning by setting out to the Great Wall of China, also considered as one of the greatest wonders of the world.  This massive wall stretches well over 4,000 miles and once was used as the soldiers’ safeguard to protect the Chinese empire’s northern borders against invaders. You then have the opportunity to climb up the mammoth sized wall at your own pace. Be sure to take in the experience and enjoy the breath-taking view from the top of one of the greatest achievements of civilization. After lunch, you will tour the exterior portion of the Beijing National Stadium, also familiar to the world as the Bird’s Nest and the home to the 2008 Olympics. The stadium designed by an architecture firm in Switzerland implemented the world’s largest structure built out of steel. Later you will capture the lifestyles of families residing within the Historic Hutong by rickshaw. The amazing gray brick courtyard residence is Beijing’s oldest and remains infused with timeless culture and history.  In the mid 1990’s, most of the original Hutongs vanished rapidly and was substituted by high-rise buildings and commercial offices.
• Day 6 - October 12 - Beijing to Shanghai (B, L, D)

  Day 6 - October 12 - Beijing to Shanghai

  Meals: Breakfast(B), Lunch(L), Dinner(D)

  Another spectacular day is here! Today you will visit the Temple of Heaven where the Chinese Emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties would go to pray for bountiful harvests. It was a critical task for all emperors to Perform rituals and tasks in order for his empire to reap successful harvests and good fortune. Capture the detailed essence of all the rich colors blended together on the hand painted tiles and roofing of the structures.  This remarkable construction is pledged highest level of Chinese traditional architecture. A plane will then whisk you away to your next destination Shanghai, the largest city in China, most active financial and business center of the country as well . You will be transferred to East Asia Hotel (5 stars)
• Day 7 - October 13 - Shanghai (B, SL, D)

  Day 7 - October 13 - Shanghai

  Meals: Breakfast(B), Special Lunch(SL), Dinner(D)

  Explore the vibrant culture and lifestyle of Shanghai. The day will first begin with a visit to the world renowned Shanghai Bund. Take a glimpse into Shanghai’s architecture and see how it looked centuries ago. This landmark known for its distinct neo-classic architecture of 52 European style buildings not only lined the Huangpu River but at one time in the past housed most financial institutions including national banks that were considered part of the “Big Four.” After feasting on a delicious and special Mongolian BBQ meal, you will then tour the  Pearl TV tower and Shanghai Museum and thereafter a visit to the emporium-lined Nanjing Road. In the evening you will attend a mesmerizing Shanghai Acrobatic Show.
• Day 8 - October 14 - Shanghai Expo (B, D)

  Day 8 - October 14 - Shanghai Expo

  Meals: Breakfast(B), Dinner(D)

  Today you will have a splendid tour of the World Expo, Shanghai, which will contribute to human-centered development, scientific and technological innovation, cultural diversity and win-win cooperation for a better future, thus composing a melody with the will contribute to human-centered development, scientific and technological innovation, cultural diversity and win-win cooperation for a better future, thus composing a melody with the key notes of highlighting innovation and interaction in the new century. About 192 nations and international organizations will take part in the exhibition as well as 70 million visitors from home and abroad.  At 5:00 pm we will take our deluxe coach for a dinner. Then we will aboard cruise on the Huangpu to view and enjoy the Vegas like lights are on the Bund (Old Shanghai) & the new developed Pudong District. Dinner will be included, but lunch will be on your own inside the World Expo.
• Day 9 - October 15 - Shanghai Business Seminar (B, L)

  Day 9 - October 15 - Shanghai Business Seminar

  Meals: Breakfast(B), Lunch(L)

  Today we will have a full day seminar in the hotel conference hall.  We will invite Shanghai government officials and local business women and men to attend the seminar. You will have the opportunity of seeking and find some future partners to establish or develop your business in China.  Buffet lunch will be provide by the hotel. We will have list of Shanghai fine dining restaurants for you and you can choose and go on your own.  Enjoy your favor of dishes yourselves.
• Day 10 - October 16 - Shanghai to Suzhou Day Trip (B, L, D)

  Day 10 - October 16 - Shanghai to Suzhou Day Trip

  Meals: Breakfast(B), Lunch(L), Dinner(D)

  Today you will spend an exciting day in Suzhou. You will travel by deluxe motor coach to a city nicknamed the “Venice of the Orient.” Indulge in the magnificent waterside architecture along with gorgeous gardens Prevalent in Suzhou. Enjoy a canal ride on the Grand Canal. Notice the crisscross with canals and watch the daily traditional lifestyle of the locals that live in this graceful wonderland. Upon arrival, you will visit the Garden of the Master of the Nets, the smallest and most proportional of all the beautiful gardens in Suzhou. Shortly after, you will be taken to the original Silk Spinning Factory, where you will learn the true art form of silk production.
• Day 11 - October 17 - Shanghai on your own (B, SD)

  Day 11 - October 17 - Shanghai on your own

  Meals: Breakfast(B), Special Dinner(SD)

  Today is a free day to explore the vibrant culture and lifestyle of Shanghai. Relax and indulge yourself by shopping at the stores along the Nanjing Road. Have a great time and enjoy the splendors of this magnificent city. Tonight we will have a farewell party in the hotel.
• Day 12 - October 18 - Farewell to China - Shanghai to SFO (B, IM)

  Day 12 - October 18 - Farewell to China - Shanghai to SFO

  Meals: Breakfast(B), In-Flight(IM)

  We hope you enjoyed your time in China and will be leaving this country with endless amounts of stories, memories and captivating pictures of the entire journey. You will be transferred to the airport and experience  Maglev train at the max speed of 287 mph. Air China will take you home the same day.
  
  Flight detail: 16-hour flight of Air China to SFO with a stopover in Beijing (Luggage is automatically transferred to SFO).
  
  Please click on the following link for details on Air China’s Flight Schedule

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  Available Departure Dates: Please Select 10-07-2010

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  Zone 1 ($160 Roundtrip)FAT: Fresno, CALAS: Las Vegas, NVLAX: Los Angeles, CAPDX: Portland, ORPHX: Phoenix, AZPSP: Palm Springs, CARNO: Reno, NVSAN: San Diego, CASBA: Santa Barbara, CASEA: Seattle, WASLC: Salt Lake City, UTSMF: Sacramento, CATUS: Tucson, AZ
  
  Zone 2 ($330 Roundtrip)ATL: Atlanta, GAAUS: Austin, TXBHM: Birmingham, ALBNA: Nashville, TNBOS: Boston (Logan), MABUF: Buffalo, NYBWI: Baltimore, MDCLE: Cleveland, OHCLT: Charlotte, NCCOS: Colorado Springs, COCVG: Cincinnati, OHDAY: Dayton, OHDCA: Regan National, DCDEN: Denver, CODFW: Dallas Ft. Worth, TXDTW: Detroit, MIFLL: Ft. Lauderdale, FLHFD: Hartford, CTIAD: Dulles Int'l, DCIAH: Houston, TXIND: Indianapolis, INJFK: New York City, NYLIT: Little Rock, ARMCO: Orlando, FLMEM: Memphis, TNMIA: Miami, FLMKC: Kansas City, MOMKE: Milwaukee, WIMSP: Minneapolis, MNMSY: New Orleans, LAOKC: Oklahoma City, OKOMA: Omaha, NEORD: Chicago (O'Hare), ILORF: Norfolk, VAPBI: West Palm Beach, FLPHL: Philadelphia, PAPIT: Pittsburgh, PAPVD: Providence, RIRDU: Raleigh/Durham, NCRIC: Richmond, VAROC: Rochester, NYSAT: San Antonio, TXSTL: St. Loius, MOTPA: Tampa, FLTUL: Tulsa, OK
  
  Zone 3 ($390 Roundtrip)ABE: Allentown, PACHS: Charleston, SCCMH: Columbus, OHDAB: Daytona Beach, FLGSO: Greensboro, NCHSV: Huntsville, ALJAX: Jacksonville, FLMLB: Melbourne, FLSDF: Louisville, KYSRQ: Sarasota, FLSYR: Syracuse, NY
  
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