China's Cultural Delight
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- See all the wonders of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai and the Three Gorges
- Visit the birthplace of porcelain
- See the elegant classical gardens of Suzhou
- Explore a sacred Buddhist mountain and much more
- Visit the enormous Tiananmen Square
- Travel to the Badaling Hills
- Tour Old Beijing’s hutongs (narrow alleys) via rickshaw
- Scenic cruising along the Yangtze
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- 11-day Yangtze River cruise in veranda stateroom
- 2 nights in Shanghai: Westin, Ritz-Carlton Portman or Jing An Shangri-La; 2 nights in Xian: Sheraton, Hilton or Crowne Plaza; 3 nights in Beijing: Kerry, Regent Beijing or Ritz-Carlton (or similar)
- Fully escorted: 16 guided tours with audio headset
- All meals: 17 breakfasts, 16 lunches, 16 dinners, featuring regional specialties with select meals at local restaurants, including Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner and Captain’s Farewell Dinner
- Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with onboard dinner and lunch service
- Visit 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Intra-China flights
- Culture Curriculum: Attend a colorful ethnic costume show; listen to lectures on the Yangtze River, Buddhism, Mao Zedong & current affairs; enjoy a tea ceremony; learn tai chi from a master; find out how to make your own dumplings
- All port charges
- Free internet service, connection speed may vary
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