 You’re
invited to join the 2009 President’s Cruise
and experience first hand the
beauty of China.
Hosted by Mr. & Mrs. Jim McDowell CEO
of AAA Arizona our Exclusive Highlights of
China and the Yangtze with Uniworld Grand River
Cruises. Mark your calendar for an Imperial
Experience.
| Departs: 9/8/09 |
| Price: Starting
at $2994 per person. |
| Price Includes: |
- All domestic flights within China
- 7 Nights in Deluxe hotels
- Fully escorted with English Speaking Guides
- Services of an experienced Uniworld Tour Manager. Private for AAA group.
- All transportation in China
- All transfers in China
- Taxes
- All Meals and Complimentary Wine with Dinner*
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Reserve your spot today or have a AAA Travel Agent contact you about this trip.
Itinerary - Beijing to Shanghai 13 days |
» Day 1-5
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Depart
for Beijing, China |
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Beijing Arrive
in Beijing and be greeted by a Uniworld
representative who will escort you to the
Sheraton Hotel.
Welcome Reception at Sheraton Exclusive to AAA President’s Cruise Guests |
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Beijing - Exclusive
to AAA Arizona – Extra Day in Beijing
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Featured
Excursion: Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and Peking Duck feast.
Beijing is home to many of the sights that make China a must-see destination. Among the fascinating places you will visit is the Forbidden City, the largest and most complete ancient imperial palace in the world, with more than 800 buildings and 9,000 rooms. Visit Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing. Walk through the Tiananmen Gate, the “Gate of Heavenly Peace” and the entranceway to the Forbidden City. You’ll be treated to a relaxing foot massage and in the evening, top off a fabulous day with an authentic Peking Duck dinner. (BB, L, D)
Exclusive to AAA Arizona – Relaxing Foot Massage |
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Day
4:
9/11/09 |
Beijing |
Featured
Excursion: The Great Wall, the Ming Tombs and Beijing Opera
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Great Wall is without question one of the man-made wonders of the world. To walk this marvel of the ancient world is truly memorable. Later in the day, travel the Sacred Way, home to the remnants of the Ming Tombs, the once lavish burial chambers of 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty. End your day with yet another highlight, an evening at the magnificent Beijing Opera. (BB, L, D) |
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Day
5:
9/12/09
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Beijing |
Featured
Excursion: Summer Palace, Hutong tour and Beijing Zoo.
Admire one of China’s best-preserved imperial gardens at the Summer Palace before heading to the Beijing Zoo. Ride in a rickshaw for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Hutongs (ancient lanes and alleyways), located in the old residential area of Beijing, then Dine with a local Family in their home. We will finish this evening with an evening boat tour of the Shichahai Lake. (BB, L, D)
Exclusive to AAA Arizona Beijing Zoo Tour, Dinner with Local Family and Shichahai Lake Boat Tour |
» Day 6-9
Day
6:
9/13/09
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Beijing,
fly to Xi’an |
Fly to Xi’an and be greeted by a Royal Welcome Ceremony at the city gate. Then transfer to Sheraton Hotel with a delicious dinner waiting for you. (BB, L, D)
Exclusive to AAA Arizona
Royal Welcome in Xi’an
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Day
7:
9/14/09 |
Xi'an |
Featured
Excursion:Terra Cotta Warriors,
City Wall, Dumpling lunch, Tang Dynasty
dinner and performance
Xi’an is the capital of
Shaanxi Province and the site of one
of the most significant archaeological
excavations of the 20th century, the
Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses. Visit
the City Wall, one of the oldest and
best preserved walls in China. In the
evening, indulge in a Tang Dynasty dinner
and cultural show. (BB, L, D) |
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Day
8:
9/15/09
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Xi’an,
fly to Chongqing (embark), Cruising the
Yangtze River |
Featured
Excursion:Panda visit and Big Wild
Goose Pagoda
Visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a well-preserved
ancient building and a holy place for
Buddhists. Fly to Chongqing, where you’ll
board an elegant Victoria Cruises ship
for your cruise of the awe-inspiring
Yangtze. But, before we cast off, visit
the Chongqing Zoo for a glimpse of giant
pandas, lesser pandas and Chinese tigers.
(BB, L, D) |
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Day
9:
9/16/09 |
Cruising
the Yangtze River |
Featured
Excursion: Shibaozai
Sail along
the Yangtze with its vertical limestone
cliffs. Your journey will take you through
the Three Gorges. If water levels cooperate,
we’ll stop at Shibaozai, a magnificent
wooden pavilion constructed without nails.
(BB, L, Captain’s Welcome Dinner)
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» Day 10-13
Day
10:
9/17/09
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Cruising
the Yangtze River |
Featured
Excursion: Lesser Three Gorges
Board a riverboat
and embark on a voyage down the Lesser
Three Gorges, depending on water levels.
It’s an enchanting and tranquil journey
that will take you through “Dragon Gate,”
“Misty Gorge” and “Emerald Gorge.” After
returning to the cruise ship, you’ll sail
through Xiling Gorge, and in the evening,
you’ll pass through the Three Gorges ship
locks. (BB, L, Captain’s Farewell Dinner) |
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Day
11:
9/18/09 |
Yichang
(disembark), fly to Shanghai |
Featured
Excursion: Three Gorges Dam
On the way to Yichang, visit the site of the controversial Three Gorges Dam before disembarking your luxury ship. Fly to Shanghai and transfer to the Regal International Hotel. (BB, L, D) |
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Day
12:
9/19/09
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Shanghai |
Featured
Excursion: Shanghai tour and Shanghai
Acrobat Performance
You’ll visit
the peaceful Yu Yuan Gardens and then you’ll
stroll through Old Town and along the Bund,
Shanghai’s famed waterfront promenade.
Visit the Oriental Pearl TV Tower with
its distinctive artistic spheres representing
“large and small pearls dropping onto a
jade plate.” On your final night in China,
prepare to be dazzled by the amazing Shanghai
Acrobats. (BB, L, D) |
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Day
13:
9/20/09
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Shanghai
(depart) |
| Transfer to
the airport for your return flight home
or continue your tour with a visit to Hong
Kong. (BB) |
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OverView Map
*1st Night Meal is Cocktails Hot Appetizers not full meal.
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