China Links Travel - Brochure 2016-17

Your Gateway to the Far EastJANUARY 2016 – JUNE 2017 CHINAVIETNAM CAMBODIA LAOS JAPAN KOREASMALL GROUP TOURS TAILOR-MADE JOURNEYS

Welcome to China Links Travel Born and raised in China, my passion is to share the beauty of both my home country and neighbouring countries with travellers of all backgrounds. Having travelled extensively throughout China and across the Asia region, our team benefits from the extensive knowledge and unrivalled understanding of the many unique cultures and wonderful places to visit. We ensure that clients are catered for at the very highest level through providing honest travel advice, creating small group tours with guaranteed departures, tailor-made itineraries and themed tours focused around what you have a passion for. The destinations we specialise in, and have first-hand experience of, are China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Japan and Korea. Our office in Beijing allows us to provide you with remarkable value for money, comfort throughout your holiday, excellent local service and no unforeseen extra costs. Please feel free to contact our dedicated team who are on hand to understand and listen to what you wish for from your holiday of a lifetime. Thank you for sharing this experience with us. Xiexie Helen Li - (Owner, China Links Travel)2

CONTENTSCHINA page INDOCHINA page Your China Destinations 4-5 Your Indochina Destinations 52-53China Travel Guide 6-8 Indochina Travel Guide 54-55Small Group Tours 9 TOURSTOURS Grand Indochina 20 days 56-57Ancient and Cosmopolitan 9 days 10-11 Best of Indochina 16 days 58-59 10 days 12-13China Essential 12 days 14-15 Classic Vietnam 13 days 60-61 13 days 16-17Essential Plus Panda 13 days 18-19 Essential Vietnam and Cambodia 17 days 62-63 13 days 20-21China Dreams 14 days 22-23 Vietnam and Mekong Cruise 20 days 64-65 16 days 24-25Essential Plus Cruise 16 days 26-27 The Mekong Cruise 13 days 66-67 16 days 28-29China Scenic 16 days 30-31 Discover Burma (Myanmar) 16 days 68-69 16 days 32-33Grand Yangtze Discovery 20 days 34-35 22 days 36-37China Highlights 22 days 38-39 INDOCHINA ADD-ONS Sapa Cruise and Panda Phan Thiet - Mui Ne 4 days 70 Phu Quoc 4 days 70Memories of China Nha Trang 4 days 70 Phuket 4 days 71Tibet and Cruise Bangkok 4 days 71 3 days 71Historic China Great China Beauty of China Amazing China Mekong River Cruises Overview 72-73CHINA ADD-ONS 3 days 40 Indochina Tailor-made Journeys 74-75Hong Kong 3 days 40Macau 5 days 40 A selection of hotels in Indochina 76-77Sanya 5 days 41Yangtze River Cruise 4 days 41 JAPAN and KOREA pageChengdu 7 days 41Tibet 8 days 42 Your Japan Destinations 78Yunnan 3 days 42 Japan Travel Guide 79Jiuzhaigou 3 days 42Yellow Mountain 8 days 43 TOURS 80-81Shaolin 5 days 43 82-83Zhangjiajie 7 days 43 Essential Japan 6 days 84-85Taiwan 9 days 86-87 Japans Golden Route 13 days 88-89 15 days Cherry Blossom and Garden 15 days 90 91 Japan Heritage 92-93Yangtze River Cruises Overview 44 China and Japan 94-95Hong Kong 45 96-97 Your South Korea Destinations China Tailor-made Journeys 46-48 South Korea Travel Guide 98 99A selection of hotels in China 49-51 TOURS 7 days Treasures of South Korea 11 days Wonders of South Korea 17 days North Korea and China AABBTTAANNoo..8Y85829858 Why Travel With China Links Travel Terms and Conditions 3

YOUR CHINA DestinationsKashgar SHANXI - Being one of the birth places of Chinese civilisation, Shanxi offers many cultural sites and ancient structures including the Ancient city of Pingyao a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Others impressive sites include the incredible Hanging Monastery, the Buddhist wonder of the Yungany Grottoes, the oldest and tallest ancient wooden pagoda in China - Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, Qiao Family Courtyard and Jinci Temple. There are also a number of beautifulUarnudmsqcienic places including Mount Wutai and Hukou Waterfalls. Dunhuang TIBET - Regarded as the roof of the world, this is an TIBET Xining Lanzhou enthralling land of mountains, monasteries and monks Lhasa with one of the most extraordinary cultures in the SICHUAN world. With 1,300 years of history, Lhasa is the centre CHENGDU of Tibet’s culture, economy, politics and religion. The imposing Potala Palace, the main residence of the Lijiang Dalai Lama until 1959, now welcomes visitors as a museum. Beyond Lhasa drive along the Friendship YUNNAN Highway to the stunning Yamdrok Lake and the mountain passes to Shigatse and Gyantse. Dali Kunming SICHUAN - Known for its breathtaking forests, SANYA - Located in the southern island of Hainan, billed mountain scenery and mouth-watering cuisine it is also the natural habitat of the Giant Panda. Buddhist as the ‘Hawaii of the Orient’ relax in the tropical climate, sites and natural wonders of Emei mountain, the Le white sandy beaches, an array of watersports and the chance Shan Buddha carved into a cliff face, ancient rock to go hiking in the rainforests. At 25º celcius even in the carvings in Dazu can be visited from Chengdu. ‘winter’ it is warm enough to swim in the sea. It is the perfect Jiuzhaigou National Park and Huanglong Valley are place to unwind after a tour of China. home to Tibetan villages and an area of natural scenic beauty, they are World Cultural and Natural Heritage Sites. YUNNAN - Located in the south west bordering Vietnam, Laos and Myanmar, Yunnan’s exciting and scenic highlights include trekking along the dramatic Tiger Leaping Gorge and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. The ethnic minority people have retained many of their own customs, languages and cultures, distinct from the Chinese. The Stone Forest near Kunming is a big draw as are the ancient towns of Dali and Lijiang, explore the willow-lined canals, cob- bled streets, markets and cafes.4

BEIJING - The capital of China offers world class historical palaces and monuments including the incredible Forbidden City, the world’s largest palace complex where 24 Emperors reigned for nearly 500 years. Other attractions include the serene Temple of Heaven, The Summer Palace and the unmissable Great Wall of China. A Hutong Tour is a unique experience that will give you a glance of traditional local life. Beijing is a city with great splendour – a key destination for any trip. XIAN - One of China’s ancient Capital Cities for several dynasties, famed for one of the 20th century’s most important archaeological discoveries. The Terracotta Warriors form part of the Mausoleum of Emperor Qin, guarding his journey into the afterlife. The Ancient City Wall can be explored by foot or more popularly on a bicycle. The Shaanxi Museum is probably China’s finest collection of over 400,000 artefacts Hohhot Datong BEIJING spanning several dynasties.HUANG HE Yungang Hanging TIANJIN SHANGHAI - A vibrant economic centre, this city offers a (YELLOW Grottoes Monastery RIVER) Wooden great blend of modern shopping and dining. Highlights include Pagoda Yu Yuan Gardens, renowned for its traditional style and is one of Shijiazhuang the best classical gardens in China. The Jade Buddha TempleYinchuSanHANJXinIci Temple Taiyuan was founded in 1882 and today it serves as a Buddhist Mon- astery. Much of The Bund’s architecture reflects the heritage of Pingyao Jinan European banks, trading houses and consulates. Take an even- ing cruise along the Huang Pu River. XIAN Zhengzhou Shennong Nanjing Suzhou Yangtze RIVER - The Yangtze River is the longest river Hefei Stream The Three in Asia and the third-longest in the world. It is historically, economically and culturally important to China. A relaxing andShibaozhai Gorge Dam Wuhan SHANGHAI informative way to enjoy the Yangtze river is on a 5 star river RIVER Nanchang Hangzhou cruise, where you can witness the stunning scenery and explore Fuzhou the ancient cultural sites along the river. One of the highlight is theFengdu YANGTZE Yichang wonder of Three Gorges Dam, the largest dam project and hydro-electric power station in the world.CHONGQUING Changsha TAIWAN - Taiwan offers the complete range of ChineseRIVERYANGTZE cuisines including stir fries, beef noodles, dumplings and Guiyang GUILIN Yangshuo TAIWAN barbecued wild boar, washed down with local fresh juices. Guangzhou With its all-around adventure landscape, diverse folk traditions LI RIVER and vibrant night market scene, Taiwan provides you with the freedom to go anywhere. Nanning HONG KONG HONG KONG - The classic ‘East meets West’ former British Colony is a shopping and dining paradise. Top attractions include a tram ride to the best vantage point on the island Victoria Peak giving splendid views of the Haikou skyscrapers and harbour. Take a cable car ride on Lantau Island to the Tian Tan Buddha. Ride the Star Ferry across Victoria Harbour, the best views are SANYA from Tsim Sha Tsui - the southern tip of the Kowloon peninsula and rising towards the glittering skyscrapers of Central. GUILIN - LI RIVER - YANGSHOU - Guilin City is your starting point to visit the surrounding attractions. These include the impressive Reed Flute Cave, the beautiful Longshen rice fields, and the enchanting Li River . The Li river cruise will take you through breathtaking landscape of stunning limestone peaks and picturesque villages to the town of Yangshuo. Here you will witness the traditional method of Cormorant fishing. 5

CHINA TRAVEL GUIDEWhere Your Journey Begins...FLIGHTS Check-in BaggageYour flights are an important part of your China Links Travel experience. Most international flights allow 23kgWe only work with reputable airlines for both international and domestic for economy class, 30kg for businessroutes. All of our group tours to China include direct flights with British class and 40kg for first class. PleaseAirways from London Heathrow. British Airways fly direct to Beijing, note that internal flights in ChinaShanghai, Chengdu and Hong Kong. Flight time is between 11-12 have a strict allowance of 20kg andhours. Upgrades to World Travel Plus and business class are available excess baggage charges will apply.on request. Cathay Pacific flies direct to Hong Kong. Virgin Atlantic fliesto Shanghai and Hong Kong. Air China flies to Beijing 7 days a weekand has an extensive internal network. For regional departures Emiratesoffer a comprehensive service via Dubai, also allowing a free stopoverin Dubai. Please feel free to contact us for further details on yourpreferred flights options and, if required, upgrades.If you have purchased your own international flights, we are flexibleto build the schedule into a Land Only Tour for you. For the scheduledGroup Tours, you will still be met at the airport upon arrival andtransferred to your hotel. Likewise, upon departure we will transferyou to the airport from your hotel.6 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

GETTING AROUNDDue to the sheer size of the country, flying is the quickest and most convenient way of covering large distancesdomestically. We also offer transport in the form of trains, private cars, coaches and cruise ships.TRAINS BICYCLE SMART TRAVELDomestic train travel in China is a No trip to China would be complete Overall, China is a safe place, butwonderful way to see more of the without a bicycle ride, after all they as always when travelling abroad,countryside and scenery away from have the largest fleet in the world please exercise common sensethe big cities. Meet local Chinese and is used as the main form of especially at the major tourist sites.travellers and experience the transport. It’s a fantastic way to Certain travel and living conditionsever-changing countryside. get closer to the real China and a differ to the UK so please travel chance to meet some local people. with an open mind. We provideTo cover large distances, like Suggested cycle rides include Xian’s additional information for gettingBeijing to Xian or Xian to Shanghai, Ancient City Wall, which is a car- the most from your holiday viawe normally suggest taking an free zone and gives you a perfect “Your Travel Guide to China”.overnight sleeper train. Private berths view of the city. Yangshuo’s ricewith 4 beds are available, saving paddies and tranquil villages give a MOBILITYon the cost of a flight or hotel. fascinating insight into rural life. Many sights across require a fair level of physical activity. The sheerShanghai has the Maglev train that VISA scale of the some attractions meanswhisks you from Pudong Airport to Most foreign visitors require a valid walking is involved. Our localthe city centre in about 8 minutes, visa to enter China. We can take representatives will do their utmostreaching a top speed of over 400 care of this process for you via our to accommodate any requests andkm per hour. in-house visa service. Just send your where possible suggest alternative passport application to us and we routes. Advise us of any specialThe Qinghai - Tibet railway takes will manage the process and return requirements in advance and weyou to the stunning plateaus of the the passports in the Special Delivery will do our utmost to provide aHimalayas at an altitude of over envelope that you provide. Visa wheelchair or other assistance.5000m above sea level and is the fees are included in all of our smallworlds highest train track. group tours. British Citizen visitors WEATHER can enter Hong Kong and Macau China’s climate is very diverse.TAXIS visa free for 180 days. You can experience subtropicalTaking a taxi is a comfortable, easy conditions in the south, through toand secure way of getting around TRAVEL INSURANCE chilly winters in the north. Springin cities, big and small. Prices vary Each passenger booked on a China and Autumn are considered thefrom city to city but overall they offer Links Travel holiday must have best seasons to visit China when thegood value. A good tip it to have adequate insurance. We recommend climate is most comfortable foryour hotel write down your desti- our own policy, but if you wish to the popular destinations. In thenation in Chinese for the driver to take out a different policy or already summer, sunshine and warmthread. have one, please forward a copy of make for good holiday weather. the documents for our reference.CRUISEOur small group tours and The Average Temperaturestailor-made journeys give you thechance to experience some truly Temp °C Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Decwonderful river scenes, from theYangtze River where we use the Beijing -4 -2 5 14 20 24 26 25 20 13 4 -25 Star fleet of Victoria Cruises andSanctuary Explore, to the traditional Chengdu 6 7 12 17 20 24 26 26 22 18 11 8fishing vessels of the farmers of theLi River near Guilin and Yangshuo. Guilin 8 10 13 19 23 27 28 28 26 21 15 10Explore the ancient canals of theWater Villages near Shanghai. Hangzhou 4 5 10 16 20 24 29 29 23 18 12 6 Hong Kong 16 16 20 22 26 28 29 29 28 25 21 18 Kunming 8 10 13 18 19 20 20 20 19 15 11 8 Lhasa -2 2 5 8 12 16 18 15 13 9 3 -1 Sanya 20 21 21 25 27 28 29 28 27 25 22 22 Shanghai 5 6 9 15 20 24 29 29 24 19 13 7 Xian -1 3 8 15 20 25 27 25 19 15 7 1020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent 7

CHINA TRAVEL GUIDEMONEY WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWChina’s currency is the Renminbi Prior to your departure we will(RMB), the basic unit of which is the send you a detailed travel guideYuan. It comes in paper notes in with helpful advice and culturaldenominations of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50 information that will enable youand 100. There is a customs limit to get the very most from yourof taking 20,000 RMB in cash per holiday. You will even be able toperson per day into the country. The practice some useful phrases.Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) is usedin Hong Kong and Macau Pataca(MOP) in Macau.TIPPING FOOD AND DININGTipping is a way of life in China China is a well known gourmet’sand we would like to honour paradise. Ingredients include manythat tradition by offering the tour fresh vegetables, meat, noodles,guides and drivers a token of our bread, rice, dumplings, soups andappreciation. For your convenience regional specialities with an amazingthe amount of tips due will be stated HEALTH number of ways to prepare, cook andon your travel documents. If you The NHS travel advice for China, serve. Eating is a communal affair,have a National Guide on arrival in at the time of going to print, is that dishes are shared around the tableBeijing, simply pay the guide your health risks while travelling vary and you normally use chopsticks andtip money (RMB). They will follow between individuals. You should bowls. With many practisingyou through the tour and tip the consult your GP or Practice Nurse Buddhists who take a meat free dietLocal Guides in each city on your 6-8 weeks before departure. They as religious practice. Prepare to bebehalf. If you have a Local Guide will assess your particular health amazed by the sheer variety of dishesonly, then pay the guide in Beijing needs before suggesting vaccines and cooking styles on offer. Chineseand he/she will pay your money to and or malaria tablets. chefs are highly skilled in creatingour Beijing head office and at the Immunisations incredible mouth-watering dishes.end of the tour all your guides will • Confirm primary courses and Vegetarians are also catered for.be paid. The Yangtze River cruise boosters are up to date asand all the cruise companies who recommended for life in Britain. TEAwork on the river stipulate a • Usually advised - Hepatitis A and Polio. Drinking tea is an important part ofmandatory 150 RMB per person • Others to consider - Tetanus, traditional and cultural customs overtip.This amount should be paid in Typhoid, Rabies, Hepatitis B, many centuries. Enjoy the fragrance,cash (RMB) upon boarding the ship. Cholera, Japanese Encephalitis, aroma, colour and texture of the teaUnfortunately this amount cannot be Tick-borne Encephalitis. as the flavour grows stronger. Sampleincluded on the total cost of your a delicious brew in a traditional teainvoice, it must be paid directly to LANGUAGE house where you will be entertainedthe cruise company. Mandarin is the national language by the ingenious serving methods. and is spoken / understood by“Everything went like clockwork - most of the population. Manynothing - not even the little things service staff in hotels and touristthat happen on every trip - went areas can communicate in English.wrong. it was perfect. Of particular If you plan to go out and explore bynote were the guides in Beijing yourself, take a copy of the hotel’s(Galen) and Xiang (Amber) who business card to assist a driverwere excellent. We would really with directions. In Hong Kong,appreciate it if you are able to pass Cantonese and English are theon our appreciation to them. official languages. English signageIt was a ‘holiday of a lifetime’.” is very common and service staff inRosemary and Norman the tourist areas can speak English.8 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

SMALL GROUP TOURSSMALL GROUP TOURS FAMILIES QUALIFIED TOUR GUIDESAll our small groups tours provide Our group tours and private tours All of our English speaking guidesguaranteed departures and named accommodate families looking for are licensed and qualified, they4 star accommodation at the time of that family holiday of a lifetime. are committed to show you thebooking. The size of the group will There are many additional activities best of the country that they arebe up to a maximum of 20 people on offer that can be included in your proud to represent. They will alsosharing transport, local guides and tour, like getting close to a Giant be on hand to assist you with thingsmeals with fellow passengers. These Panda! like restaurant recommendations,tours are recommended for those shopping tips, etc. All small groupwho like a fixed schedule, TRAVELLING ON YOUR OWN tours and tailor-made journeyspre-ordered meals and enjoy We look forward to welcoming include guides. These include ourmeeting and socialising with you on our tours to join like-minded local guides who cover one regionlike-minded travellers. Small Group travellers on your journey through where they have expert localTours have set departure dates with China. All our named hotels offer knowledge, so at each destinationthe option to extend your stay (see great value when looking for you will have a new guide to greetadd-ons on pages 40-43). single occupancy rates. Please visit you. Groups of 10 or more will our tour pages for further details on have a National Escort who will also“Our trip to China was a great the named hotels and prices. accompany you throughout the Chinaexperience. We were very tour along with the Local Guides insurprised to find our tour was a MEALS each city / province.small group in number this was very Breakfast will normally be takengood as we did not want a large at the hotel, and it is usually in a “We would especially like togroup. Thanks for your help buffet style with Chinese and Western mention some of the guides.throughout this tour.” cuisine. Lunches and dinners will be William in Beijing and ConnieGraham and Karen at local Chinese restaurants. in Xian are amazing!!! We felt they Vegetarians and travellers with went far beyond being just guides, special dietary needs will also be they were superb and should be catered for. acknowledged. We would highly recommend china links to other people and friends and thank you very much for a trip of a lifetime.” Dawn and Martin TAILOR-MADE JOURNEYS If you are seeking more flexibility, a wider choice of hotels and more destinations to include, then please visit pages 46 - 48 for details.PRIVATE TOURS NAMED HOTELSPrivate Tours are based on grouptour itineraries but you have your Our small group tours offer named 4 star hotels at the time of quotationown guides in each location who and booking. Additional options include upgrades to 5 star hotels andare looking after you and you alone. small boutique properties in more remote areas. Our office in ChinaThese are ideal tours for passengers chooses the right hotels based on your travel requirements and personallooking for more personal service budget. Due to the longstanding relationship we have with the hotels,and would appeal to couples, all of our clients receive value and are very well looked after in resort.families and even small groups offriends. See pages 49 - 51 for details020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent 9

ANCIENT AND COSMOPOLITAN 9 DAY TOURPeak tram, Hong KongExplore the contrasting and diverse cities 3 NIGHTS(and their cultures) of Beijing, Xian and Hong. BEIJINGYour journey starts in the ancient city of Beijing HUANG HE Inboundvisiting all the historic attractions including Temple (YELLOW flightof Heaven, Forbidden City and the Great Wall. RIVER) to Beijing 2 NIGHTS XIANYou then fly to the ancient city of Xian where you RIVERwill visit one of the most significant and extremely YANGTZEimpressive archaeological finds, The TerracottaWarriors. Your final stop will be 2 nights in the RIVER Outbound flight YANGTZE to London, Heathrowcosmopolitan and vibrant city of Hong Kong. 2 NIGHTS ........ FlightA half day island tour will include a ride on the HONG KONG Drivefamous Peak Tram to Victoria Peak, offering a Trainspectacular perspective of the city. You will also Cruisebe taken to the must-go places of Stanley Market,Repulse Bay and Aberdeen. The rest of the day Sanyaand following day is at your leisure to exploreHong Kong at your own pace or simply relax by Day 1 London Heathrow to Beijingthe stunning rooftop swimming pool. You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing with British Airways. Regional departures available on request. Your 4★ and 5★ Hotels Beijing: Guangxi Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D) Xian: Grand New World Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to Hong Kong: Harbour Grand Kowloon your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time to relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will be pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the early evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meet your fellow group members.See pages 49 - 51 for details10 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD) Day 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) Day 7 To Hong Kong (B)In the morning you will visit the Temple of In the morning you will visit the Summer In the morning transfer to the airport for yourHeaven - this was the place where the Ming Palace, which includes a grand collection of flight to Hong Kong. Upon arrival, you willand Qing emperors worshipped the god of lakes, gardens and palaces where you can be transferred to the hotel, rest of the day isheaven and prayed for good harvest for the expect lovely views and walks. Afterwards, at leisure.year. Where you can observe the tradition of you will have a chance to enjoy a relaxingpracticing Tai Chi in the courtyard. This will boat ride on the beautiful Kunming Lake. This Day 8 Hong Kong city tour (B)be followed by a stroll through Tiananmen will be followed by a stop at the Birds Nest Start your day with a half day island tour.Square, one of the largest city squares in Stadium and Water Cube, which hosted the Highlights include Victoria Peak with the mustthe world. Finally, there will be a visit to the memorable 2008 Olympics. Following an do tram ride up, Stanley Market, Repulse BayForbidden City which served as the grand opportunity for photographs, the final stop and Aberdeen. The afternoon is free for youimperial palace for centuries. of the day will be at the Hutongs. Here, you to explore or enjoy the hotel’s facilities. can expect a more personal insight into the everyday life of traditional Beijing citizens. Finally, you will catch a flight to Xian.Day 4 The Great Wall (BLD) Day 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) Day 9 Fly Home (B)Today will begin with a visit the Great Wall Today your guide will take you to visit the You will have most of the day at leisure.at Mutianyu, a post along the wall which Terracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of In the evening, you will be transferred to theoffers all round stunning views and a less ten thousand life size statues of the Chinese airport for your flight to London Heathrow.crowded atmosphere. Mutianyu was built in army made over two thousand years ago,the mid-6th century and its rich history can yet preserved almost perfectly. This will be “It was a marvellous trip and all thebe observed in its unique construction. In the followed by a visit to the ancient city wall in arrangements worked well with the meetevening there will be a sumptuous Peking Xian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyed and greet, hotels and travel arrangements.Duck Dinner, a traditional delicacy and an through a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. We managed to see so much more than weabsolute culinary must in Beijing! It is the most complete city wall that has hoped and thank you for your suggestions for survived in China, it is one of the largest sights to see in each city”. military defensive systems in the world. This Marilyn evening you will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying the Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful Extend your holiday performance of traditional music and dance. 5 days on Yangtze River Cruise from £499 5 days in Sanya from £499 Includes: domestic flight, transfers, 4★ accommodation and daily breakfast See pages 40 - 43 for details Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 18/03/16 from £2098 01/09 – 09/09/16 from £2248 22/03 – 30/03/17 from £2198 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £2198 from £2248 from £2248 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 01/04/16 from £2198 08/09 – 16/09/16 from £2248 05/04 – 13/04/17 from £2248 and visa fees. from £2198 from £2248 from £224807/04 – 15/04/16 from £2198 15/09 – 23/09/16 from £2298 12/04 – 20/04/17 from £2248 Price excludes: from £2198 from £2298 from £2248 Local tips: £29 (approx. £3.22 per day),14/04 – 22/04/16 from £2198 22/09 – 30/09/16 from £2298 19/04 – 27/04/17 from £2248 personal spending and travel insurance. from £2098 from £2298 from £214805/05 – 13/05/16 from £2348 06/10 – 14/10/16 from £2098 10/05 – 18/05/17 from £2348 from £199812/05 – 20/05/16 13/10 – 21/10/16 17/05 – 25/05/1719/05 – 27/05/16 20/10 – 28/10/16 24/05 – 01/06/1709/06 – 17/06/16 27/10 – 04/11/16 07/06 – 15/06/1728/07 – 05/08/16 03/11 – 11/11/1604/08 – 12/08/16 01/12 – 09/12/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 11on request. Single supplement from £285. Land only from £1398. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

CHINA ESSENTIAL 10 DAY TOURForbidden City, Beijing ÜrümqiVisit the illustrious capital, Beijing, the vibrant 3 NIGHTS Kashgar Dunhuang BEIJINGcity of Shanghai and the historical city of Xian,giving you a wonderful taster of China’s most HUANG HE Inbound (YELLOW flight RIVER) to Beijinghistorically attractions. There is also an opportunity Outbound flightto visit Suzhou, known as “Venice of the East”, 2 NIGHTS to London, Heathrow XIANwhich will ensure the trip is complete with RIVER 3 NIGHTS YANGTZE SHANGHAIpicturesque views of China’s scenic countrysideLha.saThis tour is ideal for those looking for a taste RIVER YANGTZEof China. ........ Flight Drive Train Cruise“Just wanted to say we all thoroughly Sanyaenjoyed our tour. All the guides were veryknowledgeable and helpful in getting us from Day 1 London Heathrow to BeijingA to B. Our hotel choices were spot on and we You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing.would certainly recommend them to others”. Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport.Dot and Party Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D) Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time to relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will beYour 4★ Hotels pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the early evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meetBeijing: Guangxi your fellow group members.Xian: Grand New World Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD)Shanghai: Riverview In the morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven - this was where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped the god ofSee pages 49 - 51 for details heaven and prayed for good harvest for the year. Here, you can12 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

observe the tradition of practicing Tai Chi in Day 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) Day 8 Shanghai city tour (BLD)the courtyard. This will be followed by a stroll Today your guide will take you to visit the The first attraction of the day your guide willthrough Tiananmen Square, one of the largest Terracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of take you to will be the Yu Yuan Gardens, firstcity squares in the world. Finally, there will ten thousand life size statues of the Chinese conceived in1559 during the Ming Dynastybe a visit to the Forbidden City which served army made over two thousand years ago, by Pan Yunduan. The Yu Yuan Gardensas the grand imperial palace for centuries. yet preserved almost perfectly. This will be occupies an area of 5 acres and is home followed by a visit to the ancient city wall in to beautiful pavilions, corridors, rockeries,Day 4 The Great Wall (BLD) Xian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyed streams, ponds, courtyards and flowers.Today will begin with a visit to the Great through a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. It is Perfect for the horticulturist. At the JadeWall at Mutianyu, one of the best-preserved the most complete city wall that has survived Buddha Temple, you can view impressiveparts of the Great Wall. It used to serve as in China and one of the largest military temples, both historical and modern,the northern barrier defending the capital defensive systems in the world. This evening sporting large, intricate sculptures of Buddha.and the imperial tombs. Mutianyu is an area you will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying The porcelain artworks of the two preciousof the Great Wall with much fewer tourists, the Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful Jade Buddhas are rare relics. Afterwards youand offers stunning views. It was built in performance of traditional music and dance. will spend time at the Shanghai museum,the mid 6th century and its rich history can followed by the opportunity to visit thebe observed in its unique construction. In Day 7 Xian city tour and to Shanghai (BLD) impressive waterfront attraction of the Bundthe evening join your fellow travellers for a Today, you will visit to the Shaanxi museum to admire Shanghai as a modern metropolis.delicious Peking Duck Dinner, a traditional which houses over a quarter of a million Later, take a trip to the on top of thedelicacy and a culinary must in Beijing! artefacts on display, including treasures from Shanghai world financial centre, where you many periods of China’s history. The next can enjoy a breathtaking bird’s eye view ofDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) stop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, will the whole city. The optional recommendedDuring the morning you will visit the Summer explore China’s unique architecture style. The night cruise on the Bund can be booked withPalace, which includes a grand last stop you will visit the Muslim Quarter to your local tour guide in Shanghai.collection of lakes, gardens and palaces see local life in the community. Finally, youwhere you can expect scenic views and will be transferred to the airport for your flight Day 9 Suzhou day trip (BLD)walks. Afterwards, you will have a chance to to Shanghai. Today will feature an excursion to the scenicenjoy a relaxing boat ride on the beautiful city of Suzhou, known as the ‘Venice of theKunming Lake, followed by a stop at the East’. Its attractive gardens are renownedBirds Nest Stadium and Water Cube, which for their remarkable history and skilledhosted the memorable 2008 Olympics. horticulturalists, an example being theFollowing an opportunity for photographs, the Master of the Nets Garden. Later in the dayfinal stop of the day will be at the Hutongs, enjoy a cruise on the striking Grand Canal, aoffering a personal insight into the everyday local silk mill still in operation, but uses onlylife of traditional Beijing citizens. Late that traditional methods for silk production.afternoon you will catch a flight to Xian. Finally, there will be a chance to visit the famous historical landmark, Panmen Gate. It is estimated to be around 2,500 years old. Return to Shanghai. Day 10 Fly back to London (B) Transfer to the airport for your flight back to London Heathrow. Extend your holiday 3 days in Hong Kong from £399 5 days in Sanya from £499 Includes: domestic flight, transfers, 4★ hotel and daily breakfast See pages 40 - 43 for details Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 19/03/16 from £1898 01/09 – 10/09/16 from £2248 22/03 – 31/03/17 from £1948 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £1998 from £2248 from £2148 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 02/04/16 from £2098 08/09 – 17/09/16 from £2248 05/04 – 14/04/17 from £2148 and visa fees. from £2098 from £2248 from £214807/04 – 16/04/16 from £2198 15/09 – 24/09/16 from £2248 12/04 – 21/04/17 from £2248 Price excludes: from £2198 from £2248 from £2248 Local tips: £38 (approx. £3.80 per day),14/04 – 23/04/16 from £2198 22/09 – 01/10/16 from £2248 19/04 – 28/04/17 from £2248 personal spending and travel insurance. from £2098 from £2248 from £214805/05 – 14/05/16 from £2348 06/10 – 15/10/16 from £1948 10/05 – 19/05/17 from £2348 from £174812/05 – 21/05/16 13/10 – 22/10/16 17/05 – 26/05/1719/05 – 28/05/16 20/10 – 29/10/16 24/05 – 02/06/1709/06 – 18/06/16 27/10 – 05/11/16 07/06 – 16/06/1728/07 – 06/08/16 03/11 – 12/11/1604/08 – 13/08/16 01/12 – 10/12/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 13on request. Single supplement from £248. Land only from £1198. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

ESSENTIAL PLUS PANDA 12 DAY TOURGiant Panda, Chengdu ÜrümqiThe perfect 12 day tour for the first time traveller 3 NIGHTS Kashgarto China wanting to spend time withDunhuang BEIJING observe andChina’s most recognised and adorable animal, Inbound flightThe Giant Panda. As well as travelling to the to Beijinghistorical cities of China. These include the 2 NIGHTS XIAN Outbound flightillustrious capital, Beijing, the modern and vibrant to London, Heathrow RIVERof Shanghai and the historical city of Xian. There YANGTZE Suzhou ... 3 NIGHTS SHANGHAIis also an opportunity to visit Suzhou, known as 2 NIGHTS Chengdu RIVER YANGTZE“Venice of the East”. ........ Flight Drive Train Cruise “Just returned from fabulous holiday. Sanya All arrangements went smoothly and the Day 1 London Heathrow to Beijing Guides were brilliant. Thank you so much for You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing. the excellent service”. Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport. Anne and Peter Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D) Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time toYour 4★ Hotels relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will beBeijing: Guangxi pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the early evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meetXian: Grand New World your fellow group members.Chengdu: Greenland Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD)Shanghai: Riverview In the morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven - this was the place where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped the god ofSee pages 49 - 51 for details heaven and prayed for good harvest for the year. Here, you can14 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

observe the tradition of practicing Tai Chi in Day 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) Day 9 Giant Pandas and to Shanghai (BLD)the courtyard. This will be followed by a stroll Today your guide will take you to visit the After breakfast, the first stop will be at thethrough Tiananmen Square, one of the largest Terracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of Chengdu Panda Breeding and Researchcity squares in the world. Finally, there will ten thousand life size statues of the Chinese Centre, just 6 miles from downtown Chengdu.be a visit to the Forbidden City which served army made over two thousand years ago, Here naturalistic habitats have been createdas the grand imperial palace for centuries. yet preserved almost perfectly. This will be to provide the best possible environment for followed by a visit to the ancient city wall in rearing and breeding the adorable pandas.Day 4 The Great Wall (BLD) Xian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyed Afterwards transfer to the airport for a flight toToday will begin with a visit to the Great through a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. It is the buzzing metropolis of Shanghai.Wall at Mutianyu, one of the best-preserved the most complete city wall that has survivedparts of the Great Wall used to serve as the in China, it is one of the largest military de- Day 10 Shanghai city tour (BLD)northern barrier defending the capital and the fensive systems in the world. This evening you The first attraction of the day will be the Yuimperial tombs. It is a post along the wall will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying the Yuan Gardens followed by the Jade Buddhawhich offers all round stunning views and a Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful performance Temple. The centuries old Yu Yuan Gardensless crowded atmosphere. Mutianyu was built of traditional music and dance. is home to beautiful pavilions, corridors,in the mid 6th century and its rich history can streams, courtyards and flowers, perfect forbe observed in its unique construction. In the Day 7 To Chengdu (BLD) the horticulturist. At the Jade Buddha Temple,evening there will be a sumptuous Peking Today, you will visit the Shaanxi museum one can expect impressive temples, bothDuck Dinner, a traditional delicacy and a which houses over a quarter of a million historical and modern, sporting large,culinary must in Beijing! artefacts on display, including treasures from intricate sculptures of Buddha. After viewing many periods of China’s history. The next the Shanghai museum, there will be anDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) stop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, will opportunity to visit the waterfront attractionAfter breakfast, there will be a visit to the explore China’s unique architecture style, of the Bund to admire Shanghai as a modernSummer Palace, which includes a grand then you will visit the Muslim Quarter to see metropolis. Later, on top of the Shanghaicollection of lakes, gardens and palaces local life in the community. Finally, you will world financial centre, you can enjoy awhere you can expect lovely views and be transferred to the airport for your flight to breathtaking bird’s eye view of the whole city.walks. Afterwards, you will have a chance to Chengdu.enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the beautiful Day 11 Suzhou day trip (BLD)Kunming Lake, followed by a stop at the Day 8 Leshan Buddha (BLD) Today will feature an excursion to the scenicBirds Nest Stadium and Water Cube, which A full day excursion to the magnificent Leshan city of Suzhou, known as the ‘Venice of thehosted the memorable 2008 Olympics. Buddha a 233-foot tall stone statue, built East’. Its attractive gardens are renownedFollowing an opportunity for photographs, the during the Tang Dynasty. The Buddha is for their remarkable history and skilledfinal stop of the day will be at the Hutongs, carved out of a cliff face that lies at the horticulturalists, an example being theoffering a personal insight into the everyday confluence of the Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi Master of the Nets Garden. After, enjoy alife of traditional Beijing citizens. Finally, you rivers near the city of Leshan, and it is the cruise on the striking Grand Canal, a localwill catch a flight to Xian. largest stone Buddha in the world. You will silk mill still in operation, still only using also visit the ancient town of Huanglongxi. traditional methods. Finally, there will be a chance to visit the Panmen Gate before returning to Shanghai. Day 12 Fly back to London (B) Transfer to the airport for your flight back to London Heathrow. Extend your holiday 3 days in Hong Kong from £399 5 days in Sanya from £499 Includes: domestic flight, transfers, 4★ hotel and daily breakfast See pages 40 - 43 for details Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 21/03/16 from £2298 01/09 – 12/09/16 from £2448 22/03 – 02/04/17 from £2348 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £2298 from £2448 from £2448 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 04/04/16 from £2398 08/09 – 19/09/16 from £2448 05/04 – 16/04/17 from £2448 and visa fees. from £2398 from £2448 from £244807/04 – 18/04/16 from £2398 15/09 – 26/09/16 from £2448 12/04 – 23/04/17 from £2448 Price excludes: from £2398 from £2448 from £2448 Local tips: £45 (approx. £3.75 per day),14/04 – 25/04/16 from £2398 22/09 – 03/10/16 from £2448 19/04 – 30/04/17 from £2448 personal spending and travel insurance. from £2298 from £2448 from £234805/05 – 16/05/16 from £2548 06/10 – 17/10/16 from £2348 10/05 – 21/05/17 from £2548 from £204812/05 – 23/05/16 13/10 – 24/10/16 17/05 – 28/05/1719/05 – 30/05/16 20/10 – 31/10/16 24/05 – 04/06/1709/06 – 20/06/16 27/10 – 07/11/16 07/06 – 18/06/1728/07 – 08/08/16 03/11 – 14/11/1604/08 – 15/08/16 01/12 – 12/12/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 15on request. Single supplement from £308. Land only from £1598. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

CHINA DREAMS 13 DAY TOURTerracotta Warriors, Xian ÜrümqiThe perfect balance between China’s 3 NIGHTS Kashgar Dunhuang BEIJINGbreathtaking countryside, striking history andbustling cities. Spend time in the illustrious HUANG HE Inboundcapital of Beijing, followed by the ancient city (YELLOW flightof Xian. Guilin, Yangshuo and Suzhou offer an RIVER)insight into China’s remarkable collection of to Beijingpicturesque landscapes such as the Li River in 2 NIGHTS XIAN Outbound flight to London, Heathrow RIVER YANGTZE Suzhou ... SHANGHAI 3 NIGHTSGuilin. Finally, the bustling and vibrant city of RIVERShanghai will bring you to China’s present. YANGTZE Guilin .... Flight Drive 1 NIGHT 2 NIGHTS ........ Train CRUISE TO Yangshuo Cruise YANSHUO“Thanks for arranging our excellent China Day 1 London Heathrow to BeijingDreams tour. We thoroughly enjoyed every You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing.minute. All of the guides you provided were of Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport.a very high standard. Informative and helpfulbeyond any reasonable expectation”. Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D)Helen and MichelleYour 4★ Hotels Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred toBeijing: Guangxi your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time toXian: Grand New World relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will beGuilin: Bravo pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the earlyYangshuo: Guifu evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meetShanghai: Riverview your fellow group members.See pages 49 - 51 for details Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD) This morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven - this was the place where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped the god of heaven and prayed for good harvest for the year. Here, you16 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

can observe the tradition of practicing Tai Day 7 Xian city tour and to Guilin (BLD) Day 10 Reed Flute Caves andChi in the courtyard. This will be followed by Today, you will visit to the Shaanxi museum to Shanghai (BLD)a stroll through Tiananmen Square, one of which houses over a quarter of a million This morning you visit the Reed Flute Caves,the largest city squares in the world. Finally, artefacts on display, including treasures from which is a remarkable collection of colourfullya visit to the Forbidden City which served as many periods of China’s history. The next illuminated stalactites and stalagmites.the grand imperial palace for centuries. stop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, will Afterwards your guide will take you to explore China’s unique architecture style. Visit Fubo Hill and Elephant Trunk Hill to enjoyDay 4 The Great Wall (BLD) the Muslim Quarter to see local life in the panoramic countryside views. Before beingToday starts with a visit to the Great Wall at community. Finally, you will be transferred to transferred to the airport for a flight to theMutianyu, a post along the wall which offers the airport for your flight to Guilin. bustling city of Shanghai.all round stunning views and a less crowded Day 8 Li River cruise and Cormorantatmosphere. Mutianyu was built mid-6th Fishing Show (BLD) Day 11 Suzhou day trip (BLD)century and its rich history can be observed Morning transfer to Zhujiang quay for a four Today take an excursion to the scenicin its unique construction. In the evening there hour boat cruise on the breathtaking Li River city of Suzhou, known as the ‘Venice of thewill be a sumptuous Peking Duck Dinner, a towards Yangshuo. On the Li River, there are East’. Its attractive gardens are renownedtraditional delicacy in Beijing. opportunities to enjoy the tranquil rural scenes for their remarkable history and skilled of buffalo farming the rice terraces and the horticulturalists, an example being the MasterDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) towering karst mountain peaks. Arrival will of the Nets Garden. After, enjoy a cruiseAfter breakfast, there will be a visit to the be at around 14:00 in Yangshuo. In the on the striking Grand Canal, a local silk millSummer Palace, which includes a grand evening, you will enjoy the cormorant still in operation, still only using traditionalcollection of lakes, gardens and palaces fishing show. methods. Finally, there will be a chance towhere you can expect lovely views and visit the Panmen Gate before returning towalks. Afterwards, you will have a chance Day 9 Yangshuo and Yulong River (BLD) Shanghai.to enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the beautiful This morning is free for leisure and relaxation.Kunming Lake, followed by a stop at the In the afternoon, our guide will take you for a Day 12 Shanghai city tour (BLD)Birds Nest Stadium and Water Cube, which pleasant walk along the Yulong River to visit First stop is the Yu Yuan Gardens followedhosted the memorable 2008 Olympics. the local families in the countryside. An by the Jade Buddha Temple. The centuriesFollowing an opportunity for photographs, the optional choice of activity this evening is to old Yu Yuan Gardens is home to beautifulfinal stop of the day will be at the Hutongs, view the spectacular ‘Impressions of Liu pavilions, corridors, streams, courtyards andoffering a personal insight into the everyday Sanjie’ show. Unique from other shows, this flowers. At the Jade Buddha Temple you canlife of traditional Beijing citizens. Finally, you one is actually staged in the Li River itself! expect both historical and modern, sportingwill catch a flight to Xian. large, intricate sculptures of Buddha. After viewing the Shanghai museum, there will beDay 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) an opportunity to visit the waterfront attractionToday your guide will take you to visit the of the Bund to admire Shanghai as a modernTerracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of metropolis. Later, on top of the Shanghaiten thousand life size statues of the Chinese world financial centre, you can enjoy aarmy made over two thousand years ago, breathtaking bird’s eye view of the whole city.yet preserved almost perfectly. This will befollowed by a visit to the ancient city wall Day 13 Fly back to London (B)in Xian in the afternoon, which can be Transfer to the airport for your flight back toenjoyed through a peaceful stroll or a bike London Heathrow.ride. It is the most complete city wall thathas survived in China, it is one of the largest Extend your holidaymilitary defensive systems in the world.This evening you will try a dumpling dinner 3 days in Hong Kong from £399while enjoying the Tang Dynasty Show, a 5 days in Sanya from £499colourful performance of traditional musicand dance. Includes: domestic flight, transfers, 4★ hotel and daily breakfast See pages 40 - 43 for details Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 22/03/16 from £2498 01/09 – 13/09/16 from £2648 22/03 – 03/04/17 from £2548 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £2498 from £2648 from £2648 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 05/04/16 from £2598 08/09 – 20/09/16 from £2648 05/04 – 17/04/17 from £2648 and visa fees. from £2598 from £2648 from £264807/04 – 19/04/16 from £2598 15/09 – 27/09/16 from £2648 12/04 – 24/04/17 from £2648 Price excludes: from £2598 from £2648 from £2648 Local tips: £47 (approx. £3.62 per day),14/04 – 26/04/16 from £2598 22/09 – 04/10/16 from £2648 19/04 – 01/05/17 from £2648 personal spending and travel insurance. from £2498 from £2648 from £254805/05 – 17/05/16 from £2748 06/10 – 18/10/16 from £2448 10/05 – 22/05/17 from £2748 from £224812/05 – 24/05/16 13/10 – 25/10/16 17/05 – 29/05/1719/05 – 31/05/16 20/10 – 01/11/16 24/05 – 05/06/1709/06 – 21/06/16 27/10 – 08/11/16 07/06 – 19/06/1728/07 – 09/08/16 03/11 – 15/11/1604/08 – 16/08/16 01/12 – 13/12/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 17on request. Single supplement from £338. Land only from £1698. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

ESSENTIAL PLUS CRUISE 13 DAY TOURCruise the Yangtze River in Style ÜrümqiEnjoy a relaxing cruise along the Yangtze River, 3 NIGHTS Kashgar the most Dunhuang BEIJINGthe longest river in Asia, and arguablypicturesque. See the sights in the illustrious capital HUANG HE (YELLOWof Beijing, followed by the historical city of Xian, RIVER) Inbound flight 1 NIGHT Chongqing to Beijingthe ancient capital, offering stunning attractions RIVER 2 NIGHTS YANGTZE XIANincluding the Terracotta Warriors. Finally, the RIVER 2 NIGHTS YANGTZE SHANGHAIvibrant city of Shanghai will bring you to China’s Outbound Yichang flightpresent. 3 NIGHTS to London, YANGTZE Heathrow RIVER CRUISE TO YICHANG ........ Flight Drive“Thank you for all your help in the organisation of our Traintrip to China. It was a fabulous holiday and China Cruiseis ‘awesome’ the places we visited and the sites we Sanyasaw will stay in my memory for a long time. I will mostcertainly be recommending your company to my friends Day 1 London Heathrow to Beijingand family who are thinking about a trip to China”. You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing.Gail and Party Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport. Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D) Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred toYour 4★ Hotels your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time toBeijing: Guangxi relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will beXian: Grand New World pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the earlyChongqing: DLT evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meetYangtze River Cruise: Victoria your fellow group members.Shanghai: Riverview Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD)See pages 49 - 51 for details This morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven - this was the place where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped the god of heaven and prayed for good harvest for the year. Here, you can18 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

observe the tradition of practicing Tai Chi in followed by a visit to the ancient city wall inthe courtyard. This will be followed by a stroll Xian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyedthrough Tiananmen Square, one of the largest through a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. It iscity squares in the world. Finally, a visit to the the most complete city wall that has survivedForbidden City which served as the grand in China, it is one of the largest militaryimperial palace for centuries. defensive systems in the world. This evening you will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying the Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful perfor- mance of traditional music and dance.Day 4 The Great Wall (BLD) Day 7 To Chongqing (BLD) journey on a small motorboat through theToday starts with a visit to the Great Wall at Today, you will visit to the Shaanxi museum tranquil Goddess Stream while marvelling atMutianyu, a post along the wall which offers which houses over a quarter of a million the soaring limestone cliffs rising sheer from theall round stunning views and a less crowded artefacts on display, including treasures from water.atmosphere. Mutianyu was built mid-6th many periods of China’s history. The nextcentury and its rich history can be observed stop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, will Day 11 To Shanghai (BLD)in its unique construction. In the evening there explore China’s unique architecture style. Visit You have nearly arrived at the end of yourwill be a sumptuous Peking Duck the Muslim Quarter to see local life in the cruise. Before arriving at Yichang, you willDinner, a traditional delicacy in Beijing. community. Finally, you will be transferred to visit The Three Gorges Dam, the world’s largest the airport for your flight to Chongqing. power station site. Disembark at Yichang atDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) Day 8 Transfer to Yangtze River Cruise (BLD) noon and our guide will escort you to theAfter breakfast, there will be a visit to the In the morning visit the panda’s at the local airport for a flight to Shanghai.Summer Palace, which includes a grand zoo and in the afternoon visit the ancientcollection of lakes, gardens and palaces town market called Ciqou. In the evening you Day 12 Shanghai city tour (BLD)where you can expect lovely views and will board your 5 star ship for the start of your First stops are the Yu Yuan Gardens followedwalks. Afterwards, you will have a chance cruise along the majestic Yangtze River. by the Jade Buddha Temple. The centuriesto enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the beautiful old Yu Yuan Gardens is home to beautifulKunming Lake, followed by a stop at the Days 9-10 Yangtze River Cruise (BLD) pavilions, corridors, streams, courtyards andBirds Nest Stadium and Water Cube, which On the first day of the cruise, you can relax flowers. At the Jade Buddha Temple, you canhosted the memorable 2008 Olympics. while the ship meanders through the expect large, intricate sculptures of Buddha.Following an opportunity for photographs, the Yangtze, enjoying its scenic views. Today’s After viewing the Shanghai museum, therefinal stop of the day will be at the Hutongs, excursion will be Shibaozhai, with its will be an opportunity to visit the waterfrontoffering a personal insight into the everyday impressive wooden pagoda, appropriately attraction of the Bund to admire Shanghailife of traditional Beijing citizens. Finally, you named “The Pearl of the Yangtze”. The final as a modern metropolis. Later, on top of thewill catch a flight to Xian. excursion of the last day will be an enjoyable Shanghai world financial centre, you can enjoy a breathtaking bird’s eye view of theDay 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) whole city.Today your guide will take you to visit theTerracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of Day 13 Fly back to London (B)ten thousand life size statues of the Chinese Transfer to the airport for your flight back toarmy made over two thousand years ago, London Heathrow.yet preserved almost perfectly. This will be Extend your holiday 3 days in Hong Kong from £399 5 days in Sanya from £499 Includes: domestic flight, transfers, 4★ hotel and daily breakfast See pages 40 - 43 for details Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 22/03/16 from £2598 01/09 – 13/09/16 from £2748 22/03 – 03/04/17 from £2648 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £2598 from £2748 from £2748 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 05/04/16 from £2698 08/09 – 20/09/16 from £2748 05/04 – 17/04/17 from £2748 and visa fees. from £2698 from £2748 from £274807/04 – 19/04/16 from £2698 15/09 – 27/09/16 from £2748 12/04 – 24/04/17 from £2748 Price excludes: from £2698 from £2748 from £2748 Local tips: £45 (approx. £3.47 per day),14/04 – 26/04/16 from £2698 22/09 – 04/10/16 from £2748 19/04 – 01/05/17 from £2748 personal spending and travel insurance. from £2598 from £2748 from £264805/05 – 17/05/16 from £2848 06/10 – 18/10/16 from £2548 10/05 – 22/05/17 from £2848 from £234812/05 – 24/05/16 13/10 – 25/10/16 17/05 – 29/05/1719/05 – 31/05/16 20/10 – 01/11/16 24/05 – 05/06/1709/06 – 21/06/16 27/10 – 08/11/16 07/06 – 09/06/1728/07 – 09/08/16 03/11 – 15/11/1604/08 – 16/08/16 01/12 – 13/12/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 19on request. Single supplement from £458. Land only from £1798. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

CHINA SCENIC 13 DAY TOURLi River, Yangshuo Ürümqi 3 NIGHTSDiscovery China’s contrasting areas of the North, BEIJING Kashgar HUANG HE 2 NIGHTS InboundSouth and West. It will take you on an memorable (YELLOW XIAN flightjourney starting in the illustrious capital, Beijing, RIVER)taking in all the must-do sights including the Great RIVER to BeijingWall. See the Terracotta Warriors in Xian then 3 NIGHTS YANGTZEexplore the stunning landscape and natural beauty Chengdu SHANGHAIof the Southern province Guangxi. After spendingseveral days seeing the Giant Pandas and the RIVERmagnificent Leshan Buddha in Chengdu, take your YANGTZEdirect flight home. Outbound Guilin .... Flight flight 1 NIGHT Drive 2 NIGHTS ........ Train to London, CRUISE TO Yangshuo Cruise Heathrow YANSHUO “We were extremely impressed with the holiday. Sanya The organisation was superb. The tour guide who accompanied us throughout the tour – Annie ,was Day 1 London Heathrow to Beijing wonderful”. You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing. Denise and Malcolm Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D)Your 4★ Hotels Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred toBeijing: Guangxi your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time toXian: Grand New World relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will beGuilin: Bravo pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the earlyYangshuo: Guifu evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meetChengdu: Greenland your fellow group members.See pages 49 - 51 for details Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD) In the morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven - this was the place where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped the god of heaven and prayed for good harvest for the year, where you can observe the tradition of practicing Tai Chi in the courtyard. This will be followed20 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

by a stroll through Tiananmen Square, one of in China, it is one of the largest military Day 10 Reed Flute Caves andthe largest city squares in the world. Finally, a defensive systems in the world. This evening to Chengdu (BLD)visit to the Forbidden City which served as the you will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying Visit the Reed Flute Caves, a remarkablegrand imperial palace for centuries. the Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful collection of colourfully illuminated stalactites performance of traditional music and dance. and stalagmites. Afterwards your guide willDay 4 The Great Wall (BLD) take you to Fubo Hill and Elephant Trunk Hill,Today will begin with a visit the Great Wall Day 7 Xian city tour and to Guilin (BLD) where you can enjoy panoramic views. In theat Mutianyu, a post along the wall which Today, you will visit to the Shaanxi museum afternoon you will be transferred to the airportoffers all round stunning views and a less which houses over a quarter of a million for a flight to Chengdu.crowded atmosphere. Mutianyu was built in artefacts on display, including treasures fromthe mid-6th century and its rich history can many periods of China’s history. The next Day 11 Leshan Buddha (BLD)be observed in its unique construction. In the stop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, will A full day excursion to the magnificentevening there will be a sumptuous Peking explore China’s unique architecture style. Visit Leshan Buddha a 233-foot tall stone statue,Duck Dinner, a traditional delicacy in Beijing. the Muslim Quarter to see local life in the built during the Tang Dynasty. The Buddha community. Finally, you will be transferred to is carved out of a cliff face that lies at theDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) the airport for your flight to Guilin. confluence of the Minjiang, Dadu andIn the morning visit to the Summer Palace, Qingyi rivers near the city of Leshan, andwhich includes a grand collection of lakes, Day 8 Li River cruise and Cormorant it is the largest stone Buddha in the world.gardens and palaces where you can expect Fishing Show (BLD) You will also visit the ancient town oflovely views and walks. Afterwards, you will You will be transferred to Zhujiang quay for Huanglongxi.have a chance to enjoy a relaxing boat ride a four hour boat cruise on the breathtakingon the beautiful Kunming Lake. This will be Li River towards Yangshuo. On the Li River, Day 12 Giant Pandas and city tour (BLD)followed by a stop at the Birds Nest Stadium there are opportunities to enjoy the tranquil After breakfast, the first stop will be at theand Water Cube, which hosted the 2008 rural scenes of buffalo farming the rice Chengdu Panda Breeding and ResearchOlympics. Following an opportunity for terraces, children playing in the river and the Centre, just 6 miles from downtownphotographs, the final stop of the day will towering karst mountain peaks. Arrival will Chengdu. Here naturalistic habitats havebe at the Hutongs. Here, you can expect a be at around 14:00 in Yangshuo. In the been created to provide the best possiblemore personal insight into the everyday life evening, you will see the fascinating environment for rearing and breedingof traditional Beijing citizens. Finally, you will cormorant fishing show. pandas. In the afternoon, you will have a citycatch a flight to Xian. tour to visit Jili Street and Kuanzhai Lane, to Day 9 Yangshuo and Yulong River (BLD) see local people’s life.Day 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) Your morning is at leisure. In the afternoon,Today your guide will take you to visit the our guide will take you for a pleasant walk Day 13 Fly back to London (B)Terracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of along the Yulong River to visit the local Transfer to the airport for your flight back toten thousand life size statues of the Chinese families in the countryside. An optional London Heathrow.army made over two thousand years ago, choice of activity this evening is to view theyet preserved almost perfectly. This will be spectacular ‘Impressions of Liu Sanjie’ show. Extend your holidayfollowed by a visit to the ancient city wall in Different from other shows that take place 3 days in Hong Kong from £399Xian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyed in an enclosed space, this one is actuallythrough a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. It is staged in the Li River itself! 5 days in Sanya from £499the most complete city wall that has survived Includes: domestic flight, transfers, 4★ hotel and daily breakfast See pages 40 - 43 for details Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 22/03/16 from £2498 01/09 – 13/09/16 from £2648 22/03 – 03/04/17 from £2548 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £2498 from £2648 from £2648 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 05/04/16 from £2598 08/09 – 20/09/16 from £2648 05/04 – 17/04/17 from £2648 and visa fees. from £2598 from £2648 from £264807/04 – 19/04/16 from £2598 15/09 – 27/09/16 from £2648 12/04 – 24/04/17 from £2648 Price excludes: from £2598 from £2648 from £2648 Local tips: £47 (approx. £3.62 per day),14/04 – 26/04/16 from £2598 22/09 – 04/10/16 from £2648 19/04 – 01/05/17 from £2648 personal spending and travel insurance. from £2498 from £2648 from £254805/05 – 17/05/16 from £2748 06/10 – 18/10/16 from £2448 10/05 – 22/05/17 from £2748 from £224812/05 – 24/05/16 13/10 – 25/10/16 17/05 – 29/05/1719/05 – 31/05/16 20/10 – 01/11/16 24/05 – 05/06/1709/06 – 21/06/16 27/10 – 08/11/16 07/06 – 19/06/1728/07 – 09/08/16 03/11 – 15/11/1604/08 – 16/08/16 01/12 – 13/12/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 21on request. Single supplement from £338. Land only from £1698. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

GRAND YANGTZE DISCOVERY 14 DAY TOURThe Scenic Waterways of ChinaSpend 8 days of your tour relaxing on a Ürümqi BEIJING Kashgar Dunhuangcruise along the Yangtze river, stopping attraditional settlements and landmarks for day HUANG HE Inboundexcursions. Marvel and wonder at the spectacular (YELLOW flight RIVER) to Shanghaimountains and the historic engineering success.Prior to your cruise take in the modern and vibrant Nanjing Outboundcity of Shanghai. After disembarking your cruise flighttake the bullet train to Chengdu to spend time with 2 NIGHTS Shennong The Three Wuhan 2 NIGHTSChina’s most recognised animal, The Giant Chengdu Stream Gorge Dam SHANGHAI from Chengdu to London, Chongqing Fengdu Heathrow RIVER Yichang YANGTZE 8 NIGHTS YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE TO CHONGQING FROM SHANGHAIPanda. ........ Flight Drive Train Cruise “We just wanted to let you know that we thoroughly Sanya enjoyed our trip to China, and obviously wanted to let your Company know!! The hotels that we stayed in were Day 1 London Heathrow to Shanghai absolutely first class, and we could not fault them. We must You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to also say how much we enjoyed our cruise on the Yangtze, Shanghai. Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your this was excellent very relaxing and the staff were very local airport. attentive. Thank you China Links, (Maria) for our wonderful experience of China which we will never forget”. Day 2 Arrive Shanghai Jane and Colin Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel, where you will have a chance to relax and freshen up.Your 4★ HotelsShanghai: Riverview Day 3 Shanghai city tour (BLD)Yangtze River Cruise: Victoria The first attraction of the day will be the Yu Yuan GardensChengdu: Greenland followed by the Jade Buddha Temple. The centuries old Yu Yuan Gardens is home to beautiful pavilions, corridors, streams,See pages 49 - 51 for details courtyards and flowers, perfect for the horticulturist. At the Jade Buddha Temple, one can expect impressive temples, both22 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

historical and modern, sporting large, Day 8 Sailing (BLD) Day 11 Shibaozhai (BLD)intricate sculptures of Buddha. After viewing Today the ship will continue to sail on the Today’s excursion will be Shibaozhai, with itsthe Shanghai museum, there will be an Yangtze river, giving you an opportunity impressive wooden pagoda, appropriatelyopportunity to visit the waterfront attraction to relax and peacefully enjoy the views named “The Pearl of the Yangtze”.of the Bund to admire Shanghai as a modern aboard the ship. Shibaozhai represents one of the gems ofmetropolis. Later, on top of the Shanghai Chinese architecture along the Yangtze River.world financial centre, you can enjoy a A red pavilion hugs one side of this rock. Itsbreathtaking bird’s eye view of the whole city. tall yellow entrance gate is decorated with lions and dragons.Day 4 Transfer to Yangtze River Cruise (BLD)Today, you will be transferred to your cruise Day 12 Bullet train to Chengdu (BLD)ship, where it will sail upstream, giving you Today, you will disembark the ship at thean impressive view of Shanghai. picturesque Chongqing. Then you will be transferred to the train station for a two hour bullet train to Chengdu.Day 5 Nanjing (BLD) Day 9 Three Gorges Dam (BLD) Day 13 Giant Pandas (BLD)Today’s excursion will be a visit to Nanjing, This morning, the ship will sail through After breakfast, the first stop will be at thewhere you can enjoy a tour around the Sun Gezhou Dam near Yichang. In the Chengdu Panda Breeding and ResearchYat-sen Memorial and a Qing Dynasty style afternoon, you will visit the Three Gorges Centre, just 6 miles from downtownbazaar, which surrounds a Confucian Temple. Dam, the largest in the world, where the Chengdu. Here naturalistic habitats have ship will sail through the Xiling Gorge, the been created to provide the best possibleDay 6 Jiuhuashan (BLD) longest (41 miles), and the deepest of the environment for rearing and breedingToday features a full day excursion to Three Gorges. In the evening, you will have pandas. Afterwards, we will have a city tourJiuhuashan or ‘Mountain of the Nine Lotuses’, a chance to explore the Three Gorges Dam to visit Jinli street to see local people’s life.one of the four sacred mountains in Chinese ship locks.Buddhism. The one hundred square km area Day 14 Fly back to London (B)is known for its quiet beauty, winding paths, Day 10 Shennong Stream (BLD) Transfer to the airport for your flight back towaterfalls, streams and ancient temples. Today you will enter Wu Gorge, known for London Heathrow. its quiet beauty and forest covered mountains.Day 7 Wuhan (BLD) Then the ship will sail through the shortest, Extend your holidayWuhan, the capital of the Hubei Province, narrowest and most dramatic gorge. Thisis today’s excursion, which takes place in the will be followed by an excursion through the 3 days in Hong Kong from £399evening. You will visit the Hubei Provincial Shennong Stream Small Gorges, which are 5 days in Sanya from £499Museum, home to over 200,000 objects, narrower than the Three Gorges, but equallygiving you an interesting insight into China’s as impressive (depending on river conditions, Includes: domestic flight, transfers,history and culture. (Depending on arrival an alternate excursion may be substituted to 4★ hotel and daily breakfasttime, an alternate excursion may be substituted the Daning River or Goddess Stream, whichto the JiangHan Pedestrian Street, which all feature their own attractive gorges). There See pages 40 - 43 for detailscontains hundreds of establishments, including may be an additional Shore Excursion tofood shops, retail stores and theatres.) White Emperor City (river conditions Price includes: permitting), an ancient city overlooking the International flights and domestic flights western end of Qutang Gorge.  in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as Departures and Prices specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), 12/04/16 - 18/10/17 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes and visa fees. Depart Return from £2598 12/04 – 25/04/16 from £2598 Price excludes: 26/04 – 09/05/16 from £2598 Local tips: £20 (approx. £1.43 per day), 10/05 – 23/05/16 from £2598 personal spending and travel insurance. 24/05 – 06/06/16 from £2698 06/09 – 19/09/16 from £2698 20/09 – 03/10/16 from £2698 04/10 – 17/10/16 from £2698 18/10 – 31/10/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 23on request. Single supplement from £588. Land only from £1898. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

CHINA HIGHLIGHTS 16 DAY TOURPudong’s skyline, Shanghai ÜrümqiSee the country’s most scenic and spectacular 3 NIGHTS Kashgarlocations, from the illustrious of Beijing to Dunhuang BEIJING capitalthe historic city of Xian, giving you China’s rich HUANG HEand unique culture. The Yangtze River cruise will (YELLOWtake you along Asia’s longest river. Guilin, RIVER) Inbound flight to Beijing 2 NIGHTS XIANlocated in southern China, offers an insight into Yichang 2 NIGHTS OutboundChina’s remarkable countryside. The vibrant of SHANGHAI flightShanghai will bring you to China’s present RIVER 1 NIGHT YANGTZE to London, Chongqing Heathrow RIVER YANGTZE 3 NIGHTS YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE TO YICHANG Guilin . 2 NIGHTS Flight 1 NIGHT ...Yangshuo Drive“I thought I should drop you a line saying how Trainmuch we thoroughly enjoyed our trip (China CRUISE TO ........ CruiseHighlights in June). I cannot fault anything - the YANSHUOitinerary, hotels, reps, food, etc were allexcellent”. SanyaPeter and Richard Day 1 London Heathrow to Beijing You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing. Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport.Your 4★ Hotels Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D)Beijing: Guangxi Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred toXian: Grand New World your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time toGuilin: Bravo relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will beYangshuo: Guifu pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the earlyChongqing: DLT evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meetYangtze River Cruise: Victoria your fellow group members.Shanghai: Riverview Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD)See pages 49 - 51 for details This morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven - this was the place where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped the god of heaven and prayed for good harvest for the year. Here, you can observe24 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

the tradition of practicing Tai Chi in the Day 7 Xian city tour and to Guilin (BLD) Days 12-13 Yangtze River Cruise (BLD)courtyard. This will be followed by a stroll Today, you will visit to the Shaanxi museum On the first day of the cruise, you canthrough Tiananmen Square, one of the largest which houses over a quarter of a million relax while the ship meanders through thecity squares in the world. Finally, a visit to the artefacts on display, including treasures from Yangtze, enjoying its scenic views. Today’sForbidden City which served as the grand many periods of China’s history. The next excursion will be Shibaozhai, with itsimperial palace for centuries. stop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, explore impressive wooden pagoda, appropriately China’s unique architecture style. Visit the named “The Pearl of the Yangtze”. The finalDay 4 The Great Wall (BLD) Muslim Quarter to see local life in the excursion of the last day will be an enjoyableToday starts with a visit to the Great Wall at community. Finally, transfer to the airport for journey on a small motorboat through theMutianyu, a post along the wall which offers your flight to Guilin. tranquil Goddess Stream while marvelling atall round stunning views and a less crowded the soaring limestone cliffs rising sheer fromatmosphere. Mutianyu was built mid-6th Day 8 Li River cruise and Cormorant the water.century and its rich history can be observed Fishing Show (BLD)in its unique construction. In the evening Morning transfer to Zhujiang quay for a 4 Day 14 To Shanghai (BLD)there will be a sumptuous Peking Duck hour boat cruise on the breathtaking Li River You have nearly arrived at the end of yourDinner, a traditional delicacy in Beijing. towards Yangshuo. Enjoy the tranquil rural cruise. Before arriving at Yichang you will scenes of buffalo farming and the towering visit The Three Gorges Dam, the world’sDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) Karst mountain peaks, arriving around largest power station site. Disembark atIn the morning visit The Summer Palace, which 14:00 in Yangshuo. In the evening, you can Yichang at noon and our guide will escortincludes a grand collection of lakes, gardens enjoy the cormorant fishing show. you to the airport for a flight to Shanghai.and palaces. Afterwards, you will enjoyrelaxing boat ride on the beautiful Kunming Day 9 Yangshuo and Yulong River (BLD) Day 15 Shanghai city tour (BLD)Lake, followed by a stop at the Birds Nest This morning is free for leisure and relaxation. First stop Yu Yuan Gardens followed by theStadium and Water Cube, which hosted the In the afternoon, our guide will take you for Jade Buddha Temple. The centuries old Yumemorable 2008 Olympics. The final stop is a pleasant walk along the Yulong River to Yuan Gardens is home to beautiful pavilions,be at the Hutongs, offering a personal insight visit the local families in the countryside. An corridors, streams, courtyards and flowers.into the everyday life of traditional Beijing optional choice in the evening is to view the At the Jade Buddha Temple you can expectcitizens. Before catching a flight to Xian. spectacular ‘Impressions of Liu Sanjie’ show. both historical and modern, sporting large, Which is actually staged in the Li River itself! intricate sculptures of Buddha. After viewingDay 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) the Shanghai museum, there will be anToday your guide will take you to visit the Day 10 Reed Flute Caves and opportunity to visit the waterfront attractionTerracotta Warriors, a stunning collection to Chongqing (BLD) of the Bund to admire Shanghai as a modernof ten thousand life size statues of the This morning visit the Reed Flute Caves, metropolis. Later, on top of the ShanghaiChinese army made over two thousand a remarkable collection of colourfully world financial centre, you can enjoy ayears ago, yet preserved almost perfectly. illuminated stalactites and stalagmites. breathtaking bird’s eye view of the whole city.This will be followed by a visit to the ancient Afterwards your guide will take you to Fubocity wall in Xian in the afternoon, which can Hill and Elephant Trunk Hill, where you can Day 16 Fly back to London (B)be enjoyed through a peaceful stroll or a enjoy the panoramic countryside views. In the Transfer to the airport for your flight back tobike ride. It is the most complete city wall that afternoon you will be transferred to airport for London Heathrow.has survived in China, it is one of the largest a flight to Chongqing.military defensive systems in the world. This Extend your holidayevening you will try a dumpling dinner while Day 11 Transfer to Yangtze River Cruise (BLD)enjoying the Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful In the morning visit the panda’s at the local 3 days in Hong Kong from £399performance of traditional music and dance. zoo an important base for the protection and 5 days in Sanya from £499 research of the immigrant wild animals and in the afternoon visit the ancient town market Includes: domestic flight, transfers, called Ciqou. In the evening you will board 4★ hotel and daily breakfast your 5 star ship for the start of your cruise along the majestic Yangtze River. See pages 40 - 43 for details Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 25/03/16 from £2798 01/09 – 16/09/16 from £2948 22/03 – 06/04/17 from £2848 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £2798 from £2948 from £2948 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 08/04/16 from £2898 08/09 – 23/09/16 from £2948 05/04 – 20/04/17 from £2948 and visa fees. from £2898 from £2948 from £294807/04 – 22/04/16 from £2898 15/09 – 30/09/16 from £2948 12/04 – 27/04/17 from £2948 Price excludes: from £2898 from £2948 from £2948 Local tips: £57 (approx. £3.56 per day),14/04 – 29/04/16 from £2898 22/09 – 07/10/16 from £2948 19/04 – 04/05/17 from £2948 personal spending and travel insurance. from £2798 from £2948 from £284805/05 – 20/05/16 from £3048 06/10 – 21/10/16 from £2748 10/05 – 25/05/17 from £3048 from £254812/05 – 27/05/16 13/10 – 28/10/16 17/05 – 01/06/1719/05 – 03/06/16 20/10 – 04/11/16 24/05 – 08/06/1709/06 – 24/06/16 27/10 – 11/11/16 07/06 – 22/06/1728/07 – 12/08/16 03/11 – 18/11/1604/08 – 19/08/16 01/12 – 16/12/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 25on request. Single supplement from £548. Land only from £2198. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

CRUISE and PANDA 16 DAY TOURYangtze River ÜrümqiUnforgettable experiences with China’s most 3 NIGHTS Kashgarrenowned and adorable the Giant PandaDunhuang BEIJING animal, Inboundas well as a relaxing cruise as it meanders HUANG HE flight (YELLOW RIVER) to Beijingalong the Yangtze River, stopping at traditional Outbound flightsettlements and landmarks for day excursions. The 2 NIGHTS XIAN to London, Heathrowillustrious capital, Beijing and the historical city of 2 NIGHTS Yichang Suzhou ...Xian, gives you China’s rich and unique history. ChengduFinally, the vibrant city of Shanghai will bring you 4 NIGHTSto China’s present. Chongqing SHANGHAI RIVER 3 NIGHTS RIVER YANGTZE YANGTZE YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE TO YICHANG ........ Flight Drive“Thank you for a memorable holiday on the TrainCruise and Panda itinerary. Throughout the Cruiseholiday all transfers were no problem at all aswe were met and welcomed at each stage Sanyaof the journey by efficient and informativepeople”. Day 1 London Heathrow to BeijingRev. Peter and Alice You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing. Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport. Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D)Your 4★ Hotels Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time toBeijing: Guangxi relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will beXian: Grand New World pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the earlyChengdu: Greenland evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meet your fellow group members.Yangtze River Cruise: Victoria Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD)Shanghai: Riverview This morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven - this was the place where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped the god of heavenSee pages 49 - 51 for details and prayed for good harvest for the year, where you can observe26 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

the tradition of practicing Tai Chi in the many periods of China’s history. The next Day 13 Zhujiajiao (BLD)courtyard. This will be followed by a stroll stop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, will Visit Zhujiajiao, an ancient water town withthrough Tiananmen Square, one of the largest explore China’s unique architecture style. Visit a history of over 1,700 years known ascity squares in the world. Finally, a visit to the the Muslim Quarter to see local life in the the “Pearl Stream.” We will see Ming andForbidden City which served as the grand community. Finally, you will be transferred to Qing Dynasty bridges, ancient buildingsimperial palace for centuries. the airport for your flight to Chengdu. and the Ma Family Garden before heading back to Shanghai at the end of the day.Day 4 The Great Wall (BLD) Day 8 Leshan Buddha (BLD)Today starts with a visit to the Great Wall at A full day excursion to the magnificent Day 14 Suzhou day trip (BLD)Mutianyu, a post along the wall which offers Leshan Buddha a 233-foot tall stone statue, Today will feature an excursion to theall round stunning views and a less crowded built during the Tang Dynasty. The Buddha is scenic city of Suzhou, known as the ‘Veniceatmosphere. Mutianyu was built mid-6th carved out of a cliff face that lies at the of the East’. Its attractive gardens arecentury and its rich history can be observed confluence of the three rivers near the city of renowned for their remarkable history andin its unique construction. In the evening there Leshan, and it is the largest stone Buddha in skilled horticulturalists, an example being thewill be a sumptuous Peking Duck Dinner, the world. You will also visit the ancient town Master of the Nets Garden. After, enjoy aa traditional delicacy in Beijing. of Huanglongxi. cruise on the striking Grand Canal, a local silk mill still in operation, still only usingDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) Day 9 Giant Pandas and Transfer to traditional methods. Finally, a chance toAfter breakfast, you’ll visit The Summer Palace, Yangtze River Cruise (BLD) visit the Panmen Gate before returning towhich includes a grand collection of lakes, After breakfast, the first stop will be at the Shanghai.gardens and palaces. Afterwards, you’ll is a Chengdu Panda Breeding and Researchrelaxing boat ride on the beautiful Kunming Centre. Here naturalistic habitats have been Day 15 Shanghai city tour (BLD)Lake, followed by a stop at the Birds Nest created to provide the best possible First stop Yu Yuan Gardens followed byStadium and Water Cube, which hosted the environment for rearing and breeding pandas. the Jade Buddha Temple. The centuriesmemorable 2008 Olympics. With the final Afterwards transfer to the train station for 2 old Yu Yuan Gardens is home to beautifulstop is be at the Hutongs, offering a personal hours bullet train to Chongqing. Upon arrival, pavilions, corridors, streams, courtyardsinsight into the everyday life of traditional you will be met and transferred to 5 star and flowers. At the Jade Buddha TempleBeijing citizens. Before catching a flight to Xian. Victoria Cruise. you can expect both historical and modern, sporting large, intricate sculptures ofDay 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) Days 10 - 11 Yangtze River Cruise (BLD) Buddha. After viewing the ShanghaiToday your guide will take you to visit the On the first day of the cruise, you can museum, next is a visit the waterfrontTerracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of relax while the ship meanders through the attraction of the Bund to admire Shanghaiten thousand life size statues of the Chinese Yangtze, enjoying its scenic views. Today’s as a modern metropolis. Later, on top of thearmy made over two thousand years ago, excursion will be Shibaozhai, with its Shanghai world financial centre, you canyet preserved almost perfectly. This will be impressive wooden pagoda, appropriately enjoy a breathtaking bird’s eye view of thefollowed by a visit to the ancient city wall in named “The Pearl of the Yangtze”. The whole city.Xian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyed lastday will be an enjoyable journey on athrough a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. It is small motorboat through the tranquil Goddess Day 16 Fly back to London (B)the most complete city wall that has survived Stream while marvelling at the soaring lime- Transfer to the airport for your flight back toin China, it is one of the largest military stone cliffs rising sheer from the water. London Heathrow.defensive systems in the world. This eveningyou will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying Day 12 To Shanghai (BLD) Extend your holidaythe Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful You have nearly arrived at the end of yourperformance of traditional music and dance. cruise. Before arriving at Yichang you will 3 days in Hong Kong from £399 visit The Three Gorges Dam, the world’s 5 days in Sanya from £499Day 7 To Chengdu (BLD) largest power station site. Disembark atToday, you will visit to the Shaanxi museum Yichang at noon and our guide will escort Includes: domestic flight, transfers,which houses over a quarter of a million you to the airport for a flight to Shanghai. 4★ hotel and daily breakfastartefacts on display, including treasures from See pages 40 - 43 for details Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 25/03/16 from £2798 01/09 – 16/09/16 from £2948 22/03 – 06/04/17 from £2848 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £2798 from £2948 from £2948 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 08/04/16 from £2898 08/09 – 23/09/16 from £2948 05/04 – 20/04/17 from £2948 and visa fees. from £2898 from £2948 from £294807/04 – 22/04/16 from £2898 15/09 – 30/09/16 from £2948 12/04 – 27/04/17 from £2948 Price excludes: from £2898 from £2948 from £2948 Local tips: £57 (approx. £3.56 per day),14/04 – 29/04/16 from £2898 22/09 – 07/10/16 from £2948 19/04 – 04/05/17 from £2948 personal spending and travel insurance. from £2798 from £2948 from £284805/05 – 20/05/16 from £3048 06/10 – 21/10/16 from £2748 10/05 – 25/05/17 from £3048 from £254812/05 – 27/05/16 13/10 – 28/10/16 17/05 – 01/06/1719/05 – 03/06/16 20/10 – 04/11/16 24/05 – 08/06/1709/06 – 24/06/16 27/10 – 11/11/16 07/06 – 22/06/1728/07 – 12/08/16 03/11 – 18/11/1604/08 – 19/08/16 01/12 – 16/12/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 27on request. Single supplement from £528. Land only from £2098. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

MEMORIES OF CHINA 16 DAY TOURGuilin ÜrümqiExplore The Ling Yin Temple, spend time with 3 NIGHTS Kashgar Dunhuang BEIJINGChina’s famous Giant Pandas, witness theLeshan Giant Buddha, take cruise down Li River HUANG HEand watch the fascinating cormorant fishing. (YELLOWThis comprehensive tour takes you to the exciting RIVER) Inbound flight to Beijing 2 NIGHTS XIANillustrious capital, Beijing, the vibrant city of RIVER 3 NIGHTS ...Shanghai and the historical city of Xian, giving YANGTZE SHANGHAIyou a taste of China’s most essential and historical 2 NIGHTS RIVER Hangzhou Outbound Chengdu YANGTZE 1 NIGHT flight to London, Heathrowattractions. Guilin . 2 NIGHTS Flight 1 NIGHT ...Yangshuo “If there is a WOW factor to be given for fantastic organisation ........ Drive CRUISE TO Train YANSHUOthen it has to go to China Links. This company definitely provided Cruisefantastic value for money and we would not hesitate to give them thehighest recommendation possible and we can only thank them for Sanyaall the fantastic memories we will treasure for the rest of our lives”. Day 1 London Heathrow to BeijingCorrine Macnae You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing. Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport.Your 4★ Hotels Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D)Beijing: Guangxi Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred toXian: Grand New World your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time toGuilin: Bravo relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will beYangshuo: Guifu pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the earlyChengdu: Greenland evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meetHangzhou: Wuyang your fellow group members.Shanghai: Riverview Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD) This morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven - this was the place where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped the god ofSee pages 49 - 51 for details heaven and prayed for good harvest for the year. Here, you can observe the tradition of practicing Tai Chi in the courtyard.28 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

This will be followed by a stroll through Day 8 Li River cruise and Cormorant Day 13 West Lake (BLD)Tiananmen Square, one of the largest city Fishing Show (BLD) Today will begin with an exciting visit to thesquares in the world. Finally, a visit to the Following breakfast, you will be transferred Buddhist Monastery of Ling Yin Temple, oneForbidden City which served as the grand to Zhujiang quay for a 4 hour boat cruise on of the largest and wealthiest Buddhist templesimperial palace for centuries. the breathtaking Li River towards Yangshuo in China that contains numerous pagodas with opportunities to enjoy the tranquil rural and Buddhist grottoes. This will be followedDay 4 The Great Wall (BLD) scenes of buffalo farming, children playing by a visit the famous Longjing Tea Planta-Today starts with a visit to the Great Wall at in the river and the towering Karst mountain tions where you can sample some traditionalMutianyu, a post along the wall which offers peaks, arriving around 14:00 in Yangshuo. brews in a local Tea House. In the afternoon,all round stunning views and a less crowded In the evening, you will see the fascinating you will enjoy a cruise on the West Lake.atmosphere. Mutianyu was built mid-6th cormorant fishing show. You will be transferred to Shanghai in thecentury and its rich history can be observed evening.in its unique construction. In the evening there Day 9 Yangshuo and Yulong River (BLD)will be a sumptuous Peking Duck Dinner, a This morning is free for leisure and relaxation. Day 14 Suzhou day trip (BLD)traditional delicacy in Beijing. In the afternoon, our guide will take you for Today will feature an excursion to the scenic a pleasant walk along the Yulong River to city of Suzhou, known as the ‘Venice of theDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) visit the local families in the countryside. An East’. Its attractive gardens are renownedAfter breakfast, visit The Summer Palace, optional choice in the evening is to view the for their remarkable history and skilledwhich includes a grand collection of lakes, spectacular ‘Impressions of Liu Sanjie’ show. horticulturalists, an example being thegardens and palaces. Afterwards, you can Which is actually staged in the Li River itself! Master of the Nets Garden. After, enjoy aenjoy a relaxing boat ride on the beautiful cruise on the striking Grand Canal, a localKunming Lake, followed by a stop at the Day 10 Reed Flute Caves and silk mill still in operation, still only usingBirds Nest Stadium and Water Cube, which to Chengdu (BLD) traditional methods. Finally, a chance tohosted the memorable 2008 Olympics. The This morning, following breakfast, you visit visit the Panmen Gate before returning tofinal stop will be at the Hutongs, which gives the Reed Flute Caves, which is a remarkable Shanghai.you a chance to see the life of locals. Finally, collection of colourfully illuminated stalactitesboard your flight to Xian. and stalagmites. Afterwards your guide will Day 15 Shanghai city tour (BLD) take you to Fubo Hill and Elephant Trunk Hill, First stop Yu Yuan Gardens followed by theDay 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) where you can enjoy panoramic countryside Jade Buddha Temple. The centuries old YuToday your guide will take you to visit the views. In the afternoon you will be transferred Yuan Gardens is home to beautiful pavilions,Terracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of to the airport for a flight to Chengdu. corridors, streams, courtyards and flowers.ten thousand life size statues of the Chinese At the Jade Buddha Temple you can expectarmy made over two thousand years ago, Day 11 Leshan Buddha (BLD) both historical and modern, sporting large,yet preserved almost perfectly. This will be A full day excursion to the magnificent intricate sculptures of Buddha. After viewingfollowed by a visit to the ancient city wall in Leshan Buddha a 233-foot tall stone statue, the Shanghai museum, next is a visit theXian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyed built during the Tang Dynasty. The Buddha is waterfront attraction of the Bund to admirethrough a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. It is carved out of a cliff face that lies at the con- Shanghai as a modern metropolis. Later, onthe most complete city wall that has survived fluence of the Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi top of the Shanghai world financial centre,in China, it is one of the largest military de- rivers near the city of Leshan, and it is the you can enjoy a breathtaking bird’s eye viewfensive systems in the world. This evening you largest stone Buddha in the world. You will of the whole city.will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying the also visit the ancient town of Huanglongxi.Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful performance Day 16 Fly back to London (B)of traditional music and dance. Day 12 Giant Pandas and to Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Hangzhou (BLD) London Heathrow.Day 7 Xian city tour and to Guilin (BLD) After breakfast, the first stop will be at theToday, you will visit to the Shaanxi museum Chengdu Panda Breeding and Research Extend your holidaywhich houses over a quarter of a million Centre, just 6 miles from downtownartefacts on display, including treasures from Chengdu. Here naturalistic habitats have 3 days in Hong Kong from £399many periods of China’s history. The next been created to provide the best possible 5 days in Sanya from £499stop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, will environment for rearing and breedingexplore China’s unique architecture style. pandas. Afterwards transfer to the airport Includes: domestic flight, transfers,Visit the Muslim Quarter to see the local life. for a flight to Hangzhou. 4★ hotel and daily breakfastFinally, you will be transferred to the airportfor your flight to Guilin. See pages 40 - 43 for details Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 25/03/16 from £2798 01/09 – 16/09/16 from £2948 22/03 – 06/04/17 from £2848 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £2798 from £2948 from £2948 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 08/04/16 from £2898 08/09 – 23/09/16 from £2948 05/04 – 20/04/17 from £2948 and visa fees. from £2898 from £2948 from £294807/04 – 22/04/16 from £2898 15/09 – 30/09/16 from £2948 12/04 – 27/04/17 from £2948 Price excludes: from £2898 from £2948 from £2948 Local tips: £59 (approx. £3.68 per day),14/04 – 29/04/16 from £2898 22/09 – 07/10/16 from £2948 19/04 – 04/05/17 from £2948 personal spending and travel insurance. from £2798 from £2948 from £284805/05 – 20/05/16 from £3048 06/10 – 21/10/16 from £2748 10/05 – 25/05/17 from £3048 from £254812/05 – 27/05/16 13/10 – 28/10/16 17/05 – 01/06/1719/05 – 03/06/16 20/10 – 04/11/16 24/05 – 08/06/1709/06 – 24/06/16 27/10 – 11/11/16 07/06 – 22/06/1728/07 – 12/08/16 03/11 – 18/11/1604/08 – 19/08/16 01/12 – 16/12/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 29on request. Single supplement from £498. Land only from £2098. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

TIBET and CRUISE 16 DAY TOURTibet; the Roof of the WorldExperience a unique and incredible insight into 3 NIGHTSTibet and the “Roof of the World” the highest BEIJINGregion on Earth. This, the spiritual heart of China, HUANG HE Inboundpresents historical and religious sites in the area’s (YELLOW flight RIVER) to Beijingexceptional landscape. After Tibet, relax and 2 NIGHTSenjoy a 4 day cruise along Asia’s longest river, XIANThe Yangtze. In addition visits to the illustriouscapital, Beijing, the vibrant city of Shanghai and Suzho.u.. Outboundthe historical city of Xian. flight SHANGHAI to London, 3 NIGHTS Heathrow Yichang Lhasa Chongqing 3 NIGHTS RIVER 3 NIGHTS YANGTZE YANGTZE RIVER YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE TO YICHANG ........ Flight Drive“I can say: waw, waw, waw about China links. I had the perfect Trainholiday: 4 domestic flights, one cruise, 5 big cities, 6 guides, Cruiseand all went excellent, no delay, no small single mistake, every-thing on time....to be honest I did not believe your website till I Day 1 London Heathrow to Beijingwent with you. I am very happy I went with China links and I will You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing.go to Vietnam and Cambodia with you”. Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport.Maurice Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D) Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred toYour 4★ Hotels your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time toBeijing: Guangxi relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will beXian: Grand New World pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the early evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meetLhasa: The Tibet Cang Guyan your fellow group members.Yangtze River Cruise: Victoria Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD)Shanghai: Riverview This morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven - this was the place where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped the god ofSee pages 49 - 51 for details heaven and prayed for good harvest for the year. Here, you can30 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

observe the tradition of practicing Tai Chi in Day 7 To Lhasa (BLD) Day 13 To Shanghai (BLD))the courtyard. This will be followed by a stroll After breakfast, you will depart Xian following You have nearly arrived at the end of yourthrough Tiananmen Square, one of the largest your transfer to the airport for a flight to cruise. Before arriving at Yichang you willcity squares in the world. Finally, a visit to the Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet. On arrival, visit The Three Gorges Dam, the world’sForbidden City which served as the grand our local guide will bring you to the hotel largest hydroelectric power station site.imperial palace for centuries. for check-in. The rest of the day is free for Disembark at Yichang at noon and our relaxing and acclimatising to the altitude of guide will escort you to the airport for aDay 4 The Great Wall (BLD) 3,700 metres. flight to Shanghai.Today starts with a visit to the Great Wall atMutianyu, a post along the wall which offers Day 8 Potala Palace (BLD) Day 14 Suzhou day trip (BLD)all round stunning views and a less crowded Today, you can expect a tour of the inspiring Today will feature an excursion to theatmosphere. Mutianyu was built mid-6th 13-story Potala Palace, winter home of the scenic city of Suzhou, known as thecentury and its rich history can be observed Dalai Lama since the 7th century. This will ‘Venice of the East’. Its attractive gardensin its unique construction. In the evening there be followed by visit to the 1,300-year-old are renowned for their remarkable historywill be a sumptuous Peking Duck Dinner, a Jokhang Temple, with opportunities to explore and skilled horticulturalists, an exampletraditional delicacy in Beijing. the maze-like Barkhor Market in the spiritual being the Master of the Nets Garden. heart of the city. After, enjoy a cruise on the striking GrandDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) Canal, a local silk mill still in operation,After breakfast, there will be a visit to the Day 9 Norbulingka Palace (BLD) still only using traditional methods. Finally,Summer Palace, which includes a grand This morning you will visit Norbulingka a chance to visit the Panmen Gate beforecollection of lakes, gardens and palaces Palace, built in 1755. It served as the returning to Shanghai.where you can expect lovely views and traditional summer residence of thewalks. Afterwards, you will have a chance successive Dalai Lamas from the 1780s up Day 15 Shanghai city tour (BLD)to enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the until the 14th Dalai Lama’s exile in 1959. First stop Yu Yuan Gardens followed bybeautiful Kunming Lake. This will be followed This afternoon, you can enjoy a visit to the the Jade Buddha Temple. The centuriesby a stop at the Birds Nest Stadium and Sera Monastery, one of the ‘great three’ old Yu Yuan Gardens is home to beautifulWater Cube, which hosted the memorable Gelukpa university monasteries of Tibet. pavilions, corridors, streams, courtyards2008 Olympics. Following an opportunity and flowers. At the Jade Buddha Templefor photographs, the final stop of the day will Day 10 To Chongqing (BLD) you can expect both historical and modern,be at the Hutongs. Here, you can expect a You will leave the ‘Roof of the World’ behind sporting large, intricate sculptures ofmore personal insight into the everyday life this morning as you fly to Chongqing. Upon Buddha. After viewing the Shanghaiof traditional Beijing citizens. Finally, you will arrival, you will be met and transferred to museum, next is a visit the waterfrontcatch a flight to Xian. your 5 star Yangtze River Cruise ship. attraction of the Bund to admire Shanghai as a modern metropolis. Later, on top of theDay 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) Days 11-12 Yangtze River Cruise (BLD) Shanghai world financial centre, you canToday your guide will take you to visit the On the first day of the cruise, you can relax enjoy a breathtaking bird’s eye view of theTerracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of while the ship meanders through the whole city.ten thousand life size statues of the Chinese Yangtze, enjoying its scenic views. Today’sarmy made over two thousand years ago, excursion will be Shibaozhai, with its Day 16 Fly back to London (B)yet preserved almost perfectly. This will be impressive wooden pagoda, appropriately Transfer to the airport for your flight back tofollowed by a visit to the ancient city wall in named “The Pearl of the Yangtze”. The final London Heathrow.Xian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyed excursion of the last day will be an enjoyablethrough a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. It is journey on a small motorboat through the Extend your holidaythe most complete city wall that has survived tranquil Goddess Stream while marvelling atin China, it is one of the largest military de- the soaring limestone cliffs rising sheer from 3 days in Hong Kong from £399fensive systems in the world. This evening you the water. 5 days in Sanya from £499will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying theTang Dynasty Show, a colourful performance Includes: domestic flight, transfers,of traditional music and dance. 4★ hotel and daily breakfast See pages 40 - 43 for details Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 25/03/16 from £3398 01/09 – 16/09/16 from £3398 22/03 – 06/04/17 from £3398 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £3398 from £3398 from £3398 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 08/04/16 from £3398 08/09 – 23/09/16 from £3398 05/04 – 20/04/17 from £3398 and visa fees. from £3398 from £3398 from £339807/04 – 22/04/16 from £3398 15/09 – 30/09/16 from £3398 12/04 – 27/04/17 from £3398 Price excludes: from £3398 from £3398 from £3398 Local tips: £59 (approx. £3.68 per day),14/04 – 29/04/16 from £3398 22/09 – 07/10/16 from £3398 19/04 – 04/05/17 from £3398 personal spending and travel insurance. from £3298 from £3398 from £329805/05 – 20/05/16 from £3548 06/10 – 21/10/16 from £3248 10/05 – 25/05/17 from £3548 from £319812/05 – 27/05/16 13/10 – 28/10/16 17/05 – 01/06/1719/05 – 03/06/16 20/10 – 04/11/16 24/05 – 08/06/1709/06 – 24/06/16 27/10 – 11/11/16 07/06 – 22/06/1728/07 – 12/08/16 03/11 – 18/11/1604/08 – 19/08/16 01/12 – 16/12/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 31on request. Single supplement from £498. Land only from £2598. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

HISTORIC china 16 DAY TOURHanging Monastery, Hunyuan County ÜrümqiJourney through China and discover its ancient 3 NIGHTS Kashgar 2 NIGHTS Dunhuang Datong BEIJINGand remarkable history. Magnificent locationsincluding UNESCO World Heritage sites, ancient HUANG HE ....... Taiyuantowns and cities, the incredable1,500 year old (YELLOW .....Hanging Monastery and the ancient water town RIVER)of Zhujiajiao. One of the many tour highlightsis the impressive Kung Fu performance at Shaolin Inbound Pingyao flight to Beijing 2 NIGHTS 2 NIGHTS XIAN ..... Zhengzhou Luoyang 1 NIGHT 1 NIGHT RIVER Suzhou ... Outbound YANGTZE flight 3 NIGHTS SHANGHAI to London, HeathrowTemple in Songshan mountain. Also visit the RIVERillustrious capital, Beijing, the vibrant city of YANGTZEShanghai and the historical city of Xian. ........ Flight Drive “Just a quick note to let you know Ms Susan Bradley called Train in today to say what a wonderful trip she and Christine Cruise had to China. She could not praise China Links Travel enough. Thank you for all your help with their booking”. Sanya Sally, Go Travel Day 1 London Heathrow to Beijing Your 4★ Hotels You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing. Beijing: Guangxi Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport. Xian: Grand New World Luoyang: Peony Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D) Dengfeng: Shaolin International Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to Pingyao: Hong Shan Yi your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time to Datong: Datong relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will be Shanghai: Riverview pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the early evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meet See pages 49 - 51 for details your fellow group members. Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD) In the morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven - this was the place where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped the god of32 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

heaven and prayed for good harvest for the Day 7 Xian city tour and Bullet train to Day 13 Zhujiajiao (BLD)year, where you can observe the tradition of Luoyang (BLD) Today is a day trip to Zhujiajiao, anpracticing Tai Chi in the courtyard. Today, you will visit to the Shaanxi museum ancient water town with a history of overThis will be followed by a stroll through which houses over a quarter of a million 1,700 years known as the ‘Pearl Stream’.Tiananmen Square, one of the largest city artefacts on display, including treasures from Locations include the Ming and Qingsquares in the world. Finally, there will be a many periods of China’s history. The next Dynasty bridges, ancient and historicvisit to the Forbidden City which served as stop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, will buildings, and finally, the Ma Familythe grand imperial palace for centuries. explore China’s unique architecture style. Visit Garden before heading back to Shanghai the Muslim Quarter to see local life in the at the end of the day.Day 4 The Great Wall (BLD) community. Finally, you will be transferred toToday will begin with a visit the Great Wall the train station for your bullet train to Luoyang. Day 14 Suzhou day trip (BLD)at Mutianyu, a post along the wall which Today will feature an excursion to theoffers all round stunning views and a less Day 8 Shaolin Temple (BLD) scenic city of Suzhou, known as the ‘Venicecrowded atmosphere. Mutianyu was built in Today will start with a short journey to visit of the East’. Its attractive gardens arethe mid-6th century and its rich history can the UNESCO protected Longmen Grottoes, renowned for their remarkable history andbe observed in its unique construction. In the one of the three finest existing examples of skilled horticulturalists, an example being theevening there will be a sumptuous Peking Chinese Buddhist art. You will also visit the Master of the Nets Garden. After, enjoy aDuck Dinner, a traditional delicacy in Beijing. Shaolin Temple located in the Songshan cruise on the striking Grand Canal, visiting Mountain where you can enjoy an impressive a local silk mill still in operation, but usesDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) Kung Fu Performance. There will be an only traditional methods for silk production.After breakfast, there will be a visit to the overnight stay in Dengfeng County. Finally, there will be a chance to visit theSummer Palace, which includes a grand Panmen Gate before returning to Shanghai.collection of lakes, gardens and palaces Day 9 Train to Taiyuan (BLD)where you can expect lovely views and walks. This morning will include a three hour bullet Day 15 Shanghai city tour (BLD)Afterwards, you will have a chance to enjoy train from Zhengzhou to Taiyuan. Your guide The first attraction of the day will be the Yua relaxing boat ride on the beautiful Kunming will meet you and transfer you to Pingyao. Yuan Gardens followed by the Jade BuddhaLake. This will be followed by a stop at the Temple. The centuries old Yu Yuan GardensBirds Nest Stadium and Water Cube, which Day 10 Explore Pingyao (BLD) is home to beautiful pavilions, corridors,hosted the memorable 2008 Olympics. Pingyao is a listed World Heritage Site, streams, courtyards and flowers, perfectFollowing an opportunity for photographs, the offering great insight into the architectural for the horticulturist. At the Jade Buddhafinal stop of the day will be at the Hutongs. styles of Imperial China. Highlights include Temple, one can expect impressive temples,Here, you can expect a more personal insight the Ancient City Wall and Ancient Ming both historical and modern, sporting large,into the everyday life of traditional Beijing and Qing Street. Further examples include intricate sculptures of Buddha. After viewingcitizens. Finally, you will catch a flight to Xian. the Rishengchang Financial House Museum, the Shanghai museum, there will be an Zhengguo Temple and Shuang Lin Temple. opportunity to visit the waterfront attractionDay 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) of the Bund to admire Shanghai as a modernToday your guide will take you to visit the Day 11 Train to Datong (BLD) metropolis. Later, on top of the ShanghaiTerracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of Today, our guide will transfer you to the train world financial centre, you can enjoy aten thousand life size statues of the Chinese station for the train to Datong. Upon arrival, breathtaking bird’s eye view of the wholearmy made over two thousand years ago, you will be met and transferred to the hotel. city.yet preserved almost perfectly. This will befollowed by a visit to the ancient city wall in Day 12 Yungang Caves and Hanging Day 16 Fly back to London (B)Xian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyed Monastery (BLD) Transfer to the airport for your flight back tothrough a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. It is Today, you will visit the UNESCO Listed London Heathrow.the most complete city wall that has survived Yungang Caves, ancient Buddhist templein China, it is one of the largest military grottoes, an excellent example of rock-cut Extend your holidaydefensive systems in the world. This evening architecture. Following this, there will be ayou will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying visit the 1,500 year old Hanging Monastery, 3 days in Hong Kong from £399the Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful perfor- notable not only for its location on a sheer 5 days in Sanya from £499mance of traditional music and dance. precipice but also because it is the only existing temple with the combination of three Includes: domestic flight, transfers, Chinese traditional religions: Buddhism, 4★ hotel and daily breakfast Taoism, and Confucianism. After, you will board a flight to Shanghai. See pages 40 - 43 for details Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 25/03/16 from £2698 01/09 – 16/09/16 from £2845 22/03 – 06/04/17 from £2745 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £2698 from £2845 from £2845 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 08/04/16 from £2798 08/09 – 23/09/16 from £2845 05/04 – 20/04/17 from £2845 and visa fees. from £2798 from £2845 from £284507/04 – 22/04/16 from £2798 15/09 – 30/09/16 from £2845 12/04 – 27/04/17 from £2845 Price excludes: from £2798 from £2845 from £2845 Local tips: £59 (approx. £3.68 per day),14/04 – 29/04/16 from £2798 22/09 – 07/10/16 from £2845 19/04 – 04/05/17 from £2845 personal spending and travel insurance. from £2698 from £2845 from £274505/05 – 20/05/16 from £2945 06/10 – 21/10/16 from £2645 10/05 – 25/05/17 from £2945 from £254512/05 – 27/05/16 13/10 – 28/10/16 17/05 – 01/06/1719/05 – 03/06/16 20/10 – 04/11/16 24/05 – 08/06/1709/06 – 24/06/16 27/10 – 11/11/16 07/06 – 22/06/1728/07 – 12/08/16 03/11 – 18/11/1604/08 – 19/08/16 01/12 – 16/12/16Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 33on request. Single supplement from £498. Land only from £2098. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

GREAT CHINA 20 DAY TOURGreat Wall, Beijing ÜrümqiThis tour offers unforgettable experiences of China, 3 NIGHTS Kashgar Dunhuang BEIJINGfrom the incredible landscapes and beautifulcountryside, including Yangshuo, Guilin and HUANG HEHangzhou to the modern and vibrant cities. Enjoy (YELLOWa 5 star cruise along the Yangtze River, Asia’s RIVER) Inbound flight to Beijing 2 NIGHTS XIANlongest and arguably most scenic river. Spend 2 NIGHTS RIVER Suzhou ... Outboundtime with China’s most famous and adorable Chengdu YANGTZE SHANGHAI flightanimal, The Giant Panda, in Chengdu. Inaddition to this, you will visit the classic sights Chongqing Yichang 4 NIGHTS to London,Beijing, Xian and Shanghai have to offer. Heathrow RIVER 3 NIGHTS Hangzhou YANGTZE YANGTZE 1 NIGHT RIVER CRUISE TO YICHANG Guilin . 2 NIGHTS Flight 1 NIGHT ...Yangshuo ........ Drive CRUISE TO YANSHUO“I had a brilliant holiday. I’d been looking forward to Trainthe trip for a year. China certainly was an amazing Cruise experience and I think the tour I chose allowed me to Day 1 London Heathrow tSoanyBa eijing see some of the many ‘wonders’ of the country”. You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing. Nicky Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport.Your 4★ Hotels Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D)Beijing: Guangxi Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred toXian: Grand New World your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time to relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will beGuilin: Bravo pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the earlyYangshuo: Guifu evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meetChengdu: Greenland your fellow group members. Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD)Yangtze River Cruise: Victoria This morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven where Ming andHangzhou: Wuyang Qing emperors worshipped and prayed for good harvest for theShanghai: Riverview year, you can also observe the tradition of practicing Tai Chi in the courtyard. This will be followed by a stroll through TiananmenSee pages 49 - 51 for details Square, and a visit to the Forbidden City, a grand imperial palace for centuries.34 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

Day 4 The Great Wall (BLD) Day 9 Yangshuo and Yulong River (BLD) Day 16 West Lake (BLD)They day will begin with a visit to the Great This morning is free for leisure and relaxation. Today includes a visit to one of China’sWall at Mutianyu, a post along the wall In the afternoon, our guide will take you for a most famed natural scenic spots to enjoy thewhich offers all round stunning views. Built pleasant walk along the Yulong River to visit the West Lake’s numerous gardens, forests,mid 6th century, its rich history can be local families in the countryside. At evening nature walks, temples and pagodas. Youobserved in its unique construction. In the there is the spectacular ‘Impressions of Liu can also enjoy a cruise on the West Lake.evening there will be a sumptuous Peking Sanjie’ show actually staged in the Li River itself! After lunch we will visit the BuddhistDuck Dinner, a traditional delicacy in Beijing. Monastery of Ling Yin Temple. Day 10 Reed Flute Caves and to ChengduDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) (BLD) Day 17 Train to Shanghai (BLD)After breakfast, there will be a visit to the After breakfast, you’ll visit the Reed Flute Visit a Tea Plantation and sample someSummer Palace, full of peaceful lakes and Caves, a remarkable collection of colourfully traditional brews in a local Tea House.gardens. Afterwards, you will enjoy a illuminated stalactites and stalagmites. Explore the local markets around Qing Herelaxing boat ride on the beautiful Kunming Afterwards you will visit Fubo Hill and Fong Street. After, you will catch a train toLake, followed by a stop at the Birds Nest Elephant Trunk Hill, with panoramic country- Shanghai.Stadium. The final stop of the day will be at side views. Later, you will fly to Chengdu.the Hutongs, before catching a flight to Xian. Day 18 Shanghai city tour (BLD) Day 11 Leshan Buddha (BLD) The first attraction of the day will be theDay 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) A full day excursion to the magnificent Leshan Yu Yuan Gardens followed by the JadeToday your guide will take you to visit the Buddha at 233-ft tall. Built during the Buddha Temple. The centuries old Yu YuanTerracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of TangDynasty, the Buddha is carved out of a Gardens is home to beautiful pavilions,ten thousand life size statues of the Chinese cliff face that lies at the confluence of the corridors, streams, courtyards andarmy made over two thousand years ago, Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi rivers. You will flowers, perfect for the horticulturist. Atyet preserved almost perfectly. This will be also visit the ancient town of Huanglongxi. the Jade Buddha Temple, one can expectfollowed by a visit to the ancient city wall in impressive temples, both historical andXian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyed Day 12 Giant Pandas and Cruise (BLD) modern, sporting large, intricate sculpturesthrough a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. It is After breakfast, the first stop will be at the of Buddha. After viewing the Shanghaithe most complete city wall that has survived Chengdu Panda Breeding and Research museum, there will be an opportunity toin China, it is one of the largest military Centre, Here naturalistic habitats have been visit the waterfront attraction of the Bund todefensive systems in the world. This evening created for the best possible environments for admire Shanghai as a modern metropolis.you will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying rearing and breeding pandas. Afterwards Later, on top of the Shanghai worldthe Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful take 2 hours bullet train to Chongqing to financial centre, you can enjoy aperformance of traditional music and dance. board your cruise. breathtaking bird’s eye view of the whole city.Day 7 Xian city tour and to Guilin (BLD) Days 13 - 14 Yangtze River Cruise (BLD)Today, you will visit to the Shaanxi museum On the first day of the cruise, you can relax Day 19 Suzhou day trip (BLD)which houses over a quarter of a million while the ship meanders through the Today will feature an excursion to theartefacts on display, including treasures from Yangtze, allowing you to enjoy its scenic scenic city of Suzhou, known as the ‘Venicemany periods of China’s history. The next views. Today’s excursion will be Shibaozhai, of the East’. Its attractive gardens arestop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, will with its impressive wooden pagoda, renowned for their remarkable history andexplore China’s unique architecture style. Visit appropriately named “The Pearl of the skilled horticulturalists, an example beingthe Muslim Quarter to see local life in the Yangtze”. The final excursion of the last day the Master of the Nets Garden. After, enjoycommunity. Finally, transfer to the airport for will be an enjoyable journey on a small a cruise on the striking Grand Canal, ayour flight to Guilin. motorboat through the tranquil Goddess local silk mill still in operation, but uses Stream while marvelling at the soaring only traditional methods for silk production.Day 8 Li River cruise and Cormorant limestone cliffs rising sheer from the water. Finally, there will be a chance to visit theFishing Show (BLD) Panmen Gate before returning to Shanghai.Following breakfast, you will be transferred to Day 15 To Hangzhou (BLD)Zhujiang quay for a four hour boat cruise on You have nearly arrived at the end of your Day 20 Fly back to London (B)the breathtaking Li River towards Yangshuo. cruise. Before arriving at Yichang you will Transfer to the airport for your flight back toOn the Li River, there are opportunities to visit The Three Gorges Dam, the world’s London Heathrow.enjoy the tranquil rural scenes of buffalo largest power station site. Disembark atfarming the rice terraces and the towering Yichang at noon and our guide will escortkarst mountain peaks. In the evening, you will you to the airport for a flight to Hangzhou.see the fascinating cormorant fishing show. Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 29/03/16 from £3198 01/09 – 20/09/16 from £3348 05/04 – 24/04/17 from £3348 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £3198 from £3348 from £3348 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 12/04/16 from £3298 08/09 – 27/09/16 from £3348 12/04 – 01/05/17 from £3348 and visa fees. from £3298 from £3348 from £334807/04 – 26/04/16 from £3298 15/09 – 04/10/16 from £3348 19/04 – 08/05/17 from £3348 Price excludes: from £3298 from £3348 from £3348 Local tips: £65 (approx. £3.25 per day),14/04 – 03/05/16 from £3298 22/09 – 11/10/16 from £3348 10/05 – 29/05/17 from £3248 personal spending and travel insurance. from £3198 from £334805/05 – 24/05/16 from £3448 06/10 – 25/10/16 from £3148 17/05 – 05/06/17 from £3448 from £324812/05 – 31/05/16 13/10 – 01/11/16 24/05 – 12/06/1719/05 – 07/06/16 20/10 – 08/11/16 07/06 – 26/06/1709/06 – 28/06/16 27/10 – 15/11/1628/07 – 16/08/16 03/11 – 22/11/1604/08 – 23/08/16 22/03 – 10/04/17Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 35on request. Single supplement from £608. Land only from £2398. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

BEAUTY OF CHINA 22 DAY TOURLijiang at night ÜrümqiDiscover the charm and elegance of the country, 3 NIGHTS Kashgarfrom the scenic Yangtze the spectacular Dunhuang BEIJING River, toJade Dragon Snow Mountain in Yunnan province. HUANG HETime is spent with the country’s most famous and (YELLOWadorable animal, the Giant Panda. See up close RIVER) Inbound flight to Beijing 2 NIGHTS XIANthe Leshan Giant Buddha, the largest and most 2 NIGHTS Yichang Suzhou ... Outboundimpressive stone Buddha statue in the world. Also Chengdu flightvisit the illustrious capital, Beijing, the vibrant city 3 NIGHTS 4 NIGHTSof Shanghai and the historical city of Xian. Chongqing YANGTZE SHANGHAI to London, Heathrow “Please pass on our thanks to all those involved in making RIVER RIVER RIVER YANGTZE YANGTZE CRUISE TO YICHANG Lijiang 3 NIGHTS Guilin . 2 NIGHTS Flight 1 NIGHT ...Yangshuo ........ Drive CRUISE TO YANSHUO this a truly memorable holiday. All the guides were very Train efficient and knowledgeable. We would have no Cruise hesitation in recommending China Links to anyone Sanya who is thinking of visiting China in the future”. Greg and Cheryl Day 1 London Heathrow to Beijing You will take a scheduled flight from London Heathrow to Beijing.Your 4★ Hotels Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport.Beijing: GuangxiXian: Grand New World Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D)Guilin: Bravo Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to yourYangshuo: Guifu hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time to relaxChengdu: Greenland or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will be pleasedLijiang: Manxin to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the early eveningYangtze River Cruise: Victoria your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meet yourShanghai: Riverview fellow group members.See pages 49 - 51 for details Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD) This morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven, where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped and prayed for good harvest for the year. Here, you can observe the tradition of practicing Tai Chi in the courtyard. This will be followed by a stroll through Tiananmen Square, and a visit to the Forbidden City, a grand imperial palace for centuries.36 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

Day 4 The Great Wall (BLD) Day 9 Yangshuo and Yulong River (BLD) Days 16 - 17 Yangtze River Cruise (BLD)Starting off with a visit to the Great Wall at This morning is free for leisure and relaxation. The first day of the cruise can be spentMutianyu, a post along the wall which offers In the afternoon, our guide will take you for a relaxing while the ship meanders throughall round stunning views. Built mid-6th pleasant walk along the Yulong River to visit the Yangtze, while you enjoy its sceniccentury and its rich history can be observed the local families in the countryside. In the views. Next will be Shibaozhai, with itsin its unique construction. In the evening there evening there is the spectacular ‘Impressions impressive wooden pagoda, appropriatelywill be a sumptuous Peking Duck Dinner, a of Liu Sanjie’ show actually staged in the Li named “The Pearl of the Yangtze” followedtraditional delicacy in Beijing. River itself! by an enjoyable journey on a small motorboat through the tranquil GoddessDay 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) Day 10 Reed Flute Caves and to Chengdu Stream marvelling at the soaring limestoneAfter breakfast, a visit to the Summer Palace, (BLD) cliffs rising sheer from the water.full of lakes, gardens and palaces with lovely This morning, after breakfast, you’ll visit theviews and walks. Afterwards, you will enjoy Reed Flute Caves, a remarkable collection Day 18 To Shanghai (BLD)a relaxing boat ride on the beautiful Kunming of colourfully illuminated stalactites and You have nearly arrived at the end of yourLake. Followed by a stop at the Birds Nest stalagmites. Afterwards you will visit Fubo cruise. Before arriving at Yichang you willStadium and Water Cube. The final stop of Hill and Elephant Trunk Hill, with panoramic visit The Three Gorges Dam, the world’sthe day will be at the Hutongs, before finally, countryside views. In the afternoon you will largest power station. Disembark at Yichangcatching a flight to Xian. be transferred to the airport for a flight to at noon and our guide will escort you to the Chengdu. airport for a flight to Shanghai.Day 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD)Today your guide will take you to visit the Day 11 Leshan Buddha (BLD) Day 19 Suzhou day trip (BLD)Terracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of A full day excursion to the magnificent Leshan Today you will visit the scenic city of Suzhou,ten thousand life size statues of the Chinese Buddha at 233-ft tall. Built during the Tang known as the ‘Venice of the East’. Itsarmy made over two thousand years ago, Dynasty, the Buddha is carved out of a attractive gardens are renowned for theiryet preserved almost perfectly. This will be cliff face that lies at the confluence of the remarkable history and skilled horticulturalists,followed by a visit to the ancient city wall in Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi rivers. You will eg. The Master of the Nets Garden. After,Xian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyed also visit the ancient town of Huanglongxi. enjoy a cruise on the Grand Canal, andthrough a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. It is visit a local silk mill still in operation. Finally,the most complete city wall that has survived Day 12 Giant Pandas, to Lijiang (BLD) visit the Panmen Gate before returning toin China, it is one of the largest military After breakfast, the first stop will be at the Shanghai.defensive systems in the world. This evening Chengdu Panda Breeding and Researchyou will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying Centre, Here naturalistic habitats have been Day 20 Shanghai city tour (BLD)the Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful created for the best possible environments for First stop is the centuries old Yu Yuanperformance of traditional music and dance. rearing and breeding pandas. Afterwards Gardens, home to beautiful pavilions, transfer to the airport for a flight to Lijiang. streams, courtyards and flowers, followedDay 7 Xian city tour and to Guilin (BLD) by the Jade Buddha Temple, where you canToday, you will visit to the Shaanxi museum Day 13 Tiger Leaping Gorge (BLD) expect both historical and modern, intricatewhich houses over a quarter of a million Visit picturesque Black Dragon Pool, a short sculptures of Buddha. After viewing theartefacts on display, including treasures from walk from the Old Town of Lijiang. Drive to Shanghai museum, next up is the waterfrontmany periods of China’s history. The next the dramatic scenery of the Tiger Leaping attraction of the Bund. Later, on top of thestop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, will Gorge - one of the deepest gorges in the Shanghai world financial centre, you canexplore China’s unique architecture style. world. enjoy a breathtaking bird’s eye view of theVisit the Muslim Quarter to see local life in the whole city.community. Finally, you will be transferred to Day 14 Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (BLD)the airport for your flight to Guilin. Today you will visit Jade Dragon Snow Day 21 Zhujiajiao (BLD) Mountain taking a cable car half way up. Today will start with a visit to Zhujiajiao, anDay 8 Li River cruise and Cormorant Afterwards visit Baisha Naxi minority village ancient water town with a history of overFishing Show (BLD) to learn about its ancient wall paintings. The 1,700 years known as the Pearl Stream.Following breakfast, you will be transferred to rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore After, you can expect to see the Ming andZhujiang quay for a four hour boat cruise on Lijiang Old Town. Qing Dynasty bridges, two ancient andthe breathtaking Li River towards Yangshuo. historic buildings, and the Ma Family GardenOn the Li River, there are opportunities to Day 15 To Chongqing (BLD) before heading back to Shanghai.enjoy the tranquil rural scenes of buffalo Depart Lijiang this afternoon and board afarming, the rice terraces and the towering flight to Chongqing and after board your 5 Day 22 Fly back to London (B)karst mountain peaks. In the evening, you will star ship to start your cruise along the majes- Transfer to the airport for your flight back tosee the fascinating cormorant fishing show. tic Yangtze River. London Heathrow. Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 31/03/16 from £3398 01/09 – 22/09/16 from £3548 05/04 – 26/04/17 from £3548 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £3398 from £3548 from £3548 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 14/04/16 from £3498 08/09 – 29/09/16 from £3548 12/04 – 03/05/17 from £3548 and visa fees. from £3498 from £3548 from £354807/04 – 28/04/16 from £3498 15/09 – 06/10/16 from £3548 19/04 – 10/05/17 from £3548 Price excludes: from £3498 from £3548 from £3548 Local tips: £67 (approx. £3.05 per day),14/04 – 05/05/16 from £3498 22/09 – 13/10/16 from £3548 10/05 – 31/05/17 from £3448 personal spending and travel insurance. from £3398 from £354805/05 – 26/05/16 from £3648 06/10 – 27/10/16 from £3348 17/05 – 07/06/17 from £3648 from £344812/05 – 02/06/16 13/10 – 03/11/16 24/05 – 14/06/1719/05 – 09/06/16 20/10 – 10/11/16 07/06 – 28/06/1709/06 – 30/06/16 27/10 – 17/11/1628/07 – 18/08/16 03/11 – 24/11/1604/08 – 25/08/16 22/03 – 12/04/17Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 37on request. Single supplement from £698. Land only from £2698. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

AMAZING CHINA 22 DAY TOURJade Dragon Snow Mountain, Yunnan ÜrümqiExplore China’s rich and varied locations. From 3 NIGHTS Kashgar Dunhuang BEIJINGthe spectacular landscape views of Chengduand its Giant Pandas, to the Stunning Jade Dragon HUANG HESnow Mountain and Lijiang Old Town. Amazing (YELLOWChina gives you the chance to take in the Yunnan RIVER) Inbound flight to Beijing 2 NIGHTS XIANProvince, a location that features numerous RIVER Suzhou ... Outboundpicturesque locations, populated namely by YANGTZE SHANGHAI flight 2 NIGHTS 4 NIGHTS to London, Chengdu Heathrowminority peoples whose vibrant culture gives this 3 NIGHTS RIVERtour its uniqueness. Lijiang YANGTZE “Just returned from fabulous holiday. All arrangements .... went smoothly and the Guides were brilliant. Thank ..... you so much for the excellent service”. Dali Guilin 2 NIGHTS Flight Anne 2 NIGHTS Kunming 1 NIGHT Yangshuo ........ Drive Train 1 NIGHT CRUISE TO Cruise YANSHUO SanyaYour 4★ Hotels Day 1 London Heathrow to BeijingBeijing: Guangxi Depart London Heathrow to Beijing with British Airways.Xian: Grand New World Alternatively, we can arrange departures from your local airport.Guilin: BravoYangshuo: Guifu Day 2 Arrive Beijing (D)Chengdu: Greenland Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred toLijiang: Manxin your hotel for a 3 night stay. In the afternoon you will have time toDali: Landscape relax or take a walk in the surrounding area. Your guide will beKunming: Jingjiang pleased to advise on what you can do at your leisure. In the earlyShanghai: Riverview evening your guide will escort you for dinner where you will meet your fellow group members.See pages 49 - 51 for details Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD) This morning you will visit the Temple of Heaven, where the Ming and Qing emperors worshipped and prayed for good harvest for the year. Observe the tradition of practicing Tai Chi in the38 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

courtyard. This will be followed by a stroll Day 8 Li River cruise and Cormorant Day 15 Drive to Dali (BLD)through Tiananmen Square and a visit to the Fishing Show (BLD) Today, you will drive to the ancient town,Forbidden City, a grand imperial palace. Transfer to Zhujiang quay for a leisurely four Dali. On the way stop at the ancient town hours boat cruise on the breathtaking Li River. Xizhou for a great opportunity to see localDay 4 The Great Wall (BLD) Enjoy the rural scenes of farmers working in village life.Visit the Great Wall at Mutianyu, a post their rice fields with water buffalo, and thealong the wall which offers stunning views. towering karst mountain peaks. Disembark Day 16 Three Pagodas (BLD)Built in the mid-6th century, its rich history can in Yangshou. In the evening, you will watch Visit Erhai Lake to see its crystal clear watersbe observed in its unique construction. In the the fascinating cormorant fishing show. and the spectacular Cangshan Mountains.evening there will be a sumptuous Peking Afterwards, enjoy a folk dance performanceDuck Dinner, a traditional delicacy in Beijing. Day 9 Yangshuo and Yulong River (BLD) by the ethnic Bai and tea ceremony, followed Morning at your leisure. In the afternoon, by a visit to Dali’s iconic The Three Pagodas.Day 5 Beijing city tour and to Xian (BLD) your guide will take you for a walk alongThis morning visit the Summer Palace, full the Yulong River to visit the local families in Day 17 To Kunming (BLD)of lakes, gardens and palaces with scenic the countryside. In the evening there is the Explore the old town of Dali beforeviews and walks. Later, enjoy a relaxing boat spectacular ‘Impressions of Liu Sanjie’ show transfering you to the airport for a flight toride on the beautiful Kunming Lake. Followed staged in the Li River itself. Kunming, the capital city of Yunnan province.by a stop at the Birds Nest Stadium andWater Cube. The final stop of the day will Day 10 Reed Flute Caves and to Chengdu Day 18 To Shanghai (BLD)be at the Hutongs, followed by your flight to (BLD) Today visit Kunming and the incredible StoneXian. Today visit the Reed Flute Caves, a colourful Forest - through 270 million years erosion collection of illuminated stalactites and Mother Nature has created towering stoneDay 6 Terracotta Warriors (BLD) stalagmites. Later visit Fubo Hill and Elephant sculptures that rise from the ground. LaterToday your guide will take you to visit the Trunk Hill, offering wonderful panoramic board a flight to the vibrant city of Shanghai.Terracotta Warriors, a stunning collection of views. In the afternoon you will be transferredten thousand life size statues of the Chinese to the airport for a flight to Chengdu. Day 19 Suzhou day trip (BLD)army made over two thousand years ago, Today you will visit the city of Suzhou, knownyet preserved almost perfectly. This will be Day 11 Leshan Giant Buddha (BLD) as the ‘Venice of the East’. Its attractivefollowed by a visit to the ancient city wall in A full day excursion to the magnificent Leshan gardens are renowned for their remarkableXian in the afternoon, which can be enjoyed Giant Buddha (71 metre). Built during the history and skilled horticulturalists. After, enjoythrough a peaceful stroll or a bike ride. It is Tang Dynasty, the Buddha is carved out of a cruise on the Grand Canal, a visit to a silkthe most complete city wall that has survived a cliff face that lies at the confluence of the mill and The Panmen Gate before returning toin China, it is one of the largest military de- Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi rivers. You will Shanghai..fensive systems in the world. This evening you also visit the ancient town of Huanglongxi.will try a dumpling dinner while enjoying the Day 20 Shanghai city tour (BLD)Tang Dynasty Show, a colourful performance Day 12 Giant Pandas and to Lijiang (BLD) First stop, the Yu Yuan Gardens,home toof traditional music and dance. This morning you will visit the Chengdu beautiful pavilions, streams, courtyards Panda Breeding and Research Centre, where and flowers, followed by the Jade BuddhaDay 7 Xian city tour and to Guilin (BLD) naturalistic habitats have been created for the Temple. Visit the Shanghai museum and theToday, you will visit to the Shaanxi museum best possible environments for rearing and famous Bund. Later, enjoy a breathtakingwhich houses over a quarter of a million breeding pandas. Afterwards transfer to the bird’s eye view of the whole city at the topartefacts on display, including treasures from airport for a flight to Lijiang. of the Shanghai world financial centre.many periods of China’s history. The nextstop, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, will Day13 Tiger Leaping Gorge (BLD) Day 21 Zhujiajiao (BLD)explore China’s unique architecture style. Visit Visit picturesque Black Dragon Pool, a walk Today visit Zhujiajiao, an ancient water townthe Muslim Quarter to see local life in the from Lijiang Old Town of. Drive to the dramatic with a history of over 1,700 years. Later,community. Finally, you will be transferred to and stunning scenery of Tiger Leaping Gorge - the Ming and Qing Dynasty bridges and thethe airport for your flight to Guilin. one of the deepest gorges in the world. Ma Family Garden before heading back to Shanghai. Day 14 Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (BLD) Today visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Day 22 Fly back to London (B) taking a cable car to half way up. Visit Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Baisha Naxi minority village and learn about London Heathrow. its ancient wall paintings. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore Lijiang Old Town. Departures and Prices 10/03/16 - 07/06/17 Price includes: International flights and domestic flightsDepart Return Depart Return Depart Return in economy class, 4★ accommodation, transfers, English speaking guides, meals as10/03 – 31/03/16 from £3498 01/09 – 22/09/16 from £3648 05/04 – 26/04/17 from £3548 specified (B= Breakfast,L= Lunch,D= Dinner), from £3498 from £3648 from £3648 entrance fees to the sites listed, airport taxes24/03 – 14/04/16 from £3598 08/09 – 29/09/16 from £3648 12/04 – 03/05/17 from £3648 and visa fees. from £3598 from £3648 from £364807/04 – 28/04/16 from £3598 15/09 – 06/10/16 from £3648 19/04 – 10/05/17 from £3648 Price excludes: from £3598 from £3648 from £3648 Local tips: £69 (approx. £3.14 per day),14/04 – 05/05/16 from £3598 22/09 – 13/10/16 from £3648 10/05 – 31/05/17 from £3548 personal spending and travel insurance. from £3498 from £364805/05 – 26/05/16 from £3748 06/10 – 27/10/16 from £3448 17/05 – 07/06/17 from £3748 from £354812/05 – 02/06/16 13/10 – 03/11/16 24/05 – 14/06/1719/05 – 09/06/16 20/10 – 10/11/16 07/06 – 28/06/1709/06 – 30/06/16 27/10 – 17/11/1628/07 – 18/08/16 03/11 – 24/11/1604/08 – 25/08/16 22/03 – 12/04/17Prices are per person based on twin share departing from London Heathrow with British Airways. Regional departures and flight upgrades 39on request. Single supplement from £578. Land only from £2798. also AVAILABLE AS 5★ OPTION AND as a private Tour 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

CHINA ADD-ONSHONG KONG (3 Days) MACAU (3 Days) SANYA (5 Days)Prices from £399 per person Prices from £299 per person Prices from £499 per personIncluding domestic flights to Hong Kong, Including return ferry from Hong Kong, Including domestic flights to Sanya,return airport transfers, city tour, 2 nights’ city tour, 2 nights’ accommodation at return airport transfers, 4 nights’accommodation at the 4★ Metropark a named 4★ hotel and meals as stated. accommodation at the 5★ Resort IntimeKowloon hotel and meals as stated. and meals as stated.Hong Kong’s English name is derived from Macau is a place where the East meets A perfect way to relax and unwind on thethe Chinese meaning ‘Fragrant Harbour’, it West. In this tour, you will be shown the beach after your tour to China. Hainanis a vibrant 24 hour city with plenty to see charm of the Chinese and Portuguese islands greenery, beautiful beaches, azureand do for visitors of all ages. This 3 day heritages embraced in arrays of modernized seas, blue skies and bright sunshine makeadd-on includes a half day sightseeing architecture. sightseeing tour begins with it a popular destination and ideal fortour of Hong Kong Island showing you certain World Heritages Sites including honeymoons. This 5 day add-on gives you athe popular attractions of the former British section of the Old City Walls, Na Tcha leisurely time to see and do as much or littleColony. English is an official language so Temple, Mount Fortress and Temple of A-ma. as you like. Sanya is Hainan Islands mainthere should be no problems exploring by We will first visit the landmark of Macau – resort and where most of the 5 star hotelsyourself, on foot or by the efficient public Ruins of St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church. are located. A tropical paradise for suntransport system. The church was build in 1602 and burned seekers. by fire in 1835. Miraculously, fine art ofDay 1 To Hong Kong carving and statues can be seen on the Day 1 To SanyaTake your flight to Hong Kong. Upon arrival surviving facade. Take your flight to Sanya. Upon arrival youyou will be met and transferred to your hotel. will be met and transferred to your hotel.Rest of the day at your leisure. Day 1 Ferry to Macau (L) Rest of the day at your leisure. Hotel pick up and transfer to Hong KongDay 2 Hong Kong (B) Ferry Terminal for departure to Macau. Upon Days 2 - 4 Sanya (B)Today we have a half day island tour, start- arrival, sightseeing tour begins with World A wonderful place to relax and soak up theing in the morning we visit Victoria Peak with Heritages Sites including section of the Old sun by the beach or take an excursion awaya tram ride up, Stanley Market, Repulse Bay City Walls, Na Tcha Temple, Mount Fortress from the resort to see more of the island,and Aberdeen. Afternoon is free for you to and Temple of A-ma. Other visits include such as the Guan Yin Statue, Wuzhizhouexplore. the landmark of Macau – Ruins of St. Paul’s Island or Nanshan Dongtian Park. Roman Catholic Church. The church wasPopular attractions include: build in 1602 and burned by fire in 1835. Popular attractions include :Victoria Peak – The highest vantage point Miraculously, fine art of carving and statues Yalong Bay National Resort is situated in theon Hong Kong island, taking a trip 500 can be seen on the surviving facade. same latitudes as Hawaii - hence the namemetres up to the peak affords spectacular ‘Hawaii of the Orient’. The crystal blue seaviews across sparkling skyscrapers and the Day 2 Macau (B) has visibility down to 10 metres makingharbour - one of the world’s most spectacular Day at leisure to explore Macau. Yalong Bay an ideal location for swimmerscityscapes. and scuba divers. Dadonghai Bay – TheTian Tan Buddha – The bronze statue of one Day 3 Maccau and onward journey (B) Chinese name means ‘Great East Sea’ is aof the world’s largest Buddhas has breath- Take a ferry back to Hong Kong. resort comprising bars, restaurants andtaking views of the surrounding scene. shopping with a gorgeous 2km crescentA cable car also operates to take you to shaped beach. Guan Yin Statue – The Guanthe summit. Enjoy a vegetarian meal at the Yin of the South Sea is 108m tall, situatedPo Lin Monastery’s restaurant. on the south coast of Hainan.Day 3 Hong Kong and onward journey (B) Day 5 Sanya and onward journey (B)Day at leisure until the transfer to the airport After breakfast, transfer to the airport for yourfor your onward flight. flight to your onward destination.40 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

CHINA ADD-ONSYANGTZE RIVER CRUISE (5 Days) CHENGDU (4 Days) TIBET (7 Days)Prices from £499 per person Prices from £399 per person Prices from £1237 per personIncluding domestic flights to Yichang, 5★ Including domestic flights to Chengdu, Including domestic flights to Lhasa,Victoria Cruise based on 2 people sharing airport transfers, day tours, 3 nights’ airport transfers, day tours as stated,an outside cabin, excursions and accommodation at a 4★ hotel 6 nights’ accommodation at a 4★ hotelmeals as stated. and meals as stated. and meals as stated.The longest river in China, flowing through This Panda add on leads you into the heart The Tibetan Plateau is the highest andeight provinces starting in Qinghai and of Sichuan - the largest province in China. largest on earth, being regarded as the roofending in Shanghai. The shoreline of the Located in the south west, it is known for of the world, this region is an enthrallingriver is home to hundreds and thousands of breathtaking forests, mountain scenery and land of mountains, monasteries, and monksancient relics and architecture such as mouth-watering cuisines and the natural with one of the most extraordinary cultures intemples, mansions, pavilions and gardens. habitat of the Giant Pandas. Sichuan is the world. The capital city is Lhasa - 1,300 also blessed with several UNESCO World years of history places it as the centre ofDay 1 To Yichang Heritage Sites. Based in Chengdu you can Tibets culture, economy, politics andTake your flight to Yichang. Upon arrival you visit the Leshan Buddha and Giant Panda’s. religion.will be met and transferred to the cruise ship. Day 1 To Chengdu (D) Day 1 To LhasaDays 2 - 4 Yangtze River Cruise (BLD) Take your flight to Chengdu. Upon arrival Take your flight to Lhasa. Upon arrival youCruise upstream through the Three Gorges you will be met and transferred to your hotel. will be met and transferred to your hotel.from Yichang to Chongqing. Tour the Three In the evening enjoy a traditional SichuanGorges Dam and take a trip in small boats Welcome Dinner. Day 2 Lhasa (BLD)on the Shennong Stream. We will also Tour the 13-story Potala Palace,winter homeenjoy an excursion to the Shibaozhai, with Day 2 Chengdu (B) of the Dalai Lama since the 7th century.its impressive wooden pagoda, A full day excursion to the magnificent Later, visit 1,300-year-old Jokhang Templeappropriately named “The Pearl of the Leshan Buddha, standing at 71 metres and explore the maze-like Barkhor Market.Yangtze” tall, it’s one of the world’s largest Buddha statues. Day 3 Lhasa (BLD)Day 5 Chongqing and onward journey (B) See Norbulingka, the Dalai Lama’s summerAfter breakfast, transfer to your onward Day 3 Chengdu (B) palace, and stroll through its parkland. Thisdestination. After breakfast, an early start to visit the afternoon visit Sera Monastery, an active Giant Pandas at the Breeding Centre. temple with monks in training.Highlights include : This is a wonderful opportunity to see theseThree Gorges Dam – The world’s largest beautiful, yet endangered animals in their Day 4 Lhasa - Gyantse (BLD)dam is one of the 21st centuries engineering home environment. The rest of the day is Transfer to Gyantse, on the way visitfeats. The scenic area displays the culture of the free for leisure. You may take a stroll down Yamdrok Lake and the Palkhor Monastery -water conservancy project. From the viewing to Jingli Street, famed for its Qing Dynasty a mixture of Chinese, Tibetan and Nepaliplatform, you will be treated to a panoramic architecture, it is a great place to pick up architecture.view. souvenirs such as snacks, embroidery, folk handicrafts and calligraphy. You may even Day 5 Gyantse - Shigatse (BLD)Shennong Stream – On the border between catch a performance of Sichuan Opera Transfer to Shigatse, upon arrival visit theWu Gorge and Xiling Gorge, crystal clear Tashi Lhumpo Monastery, once having overwater flows swiftly through deep gorges. Day 4 Chengdu and onward journey (B) 4,000 monks in attendance.A sampan tour will allow you to experience The morning is at leisure. Afternoon transfera high speed adventure. to the airport for the flight to your onward Day 6 Shigatse - Lhasa (BLD) destination. Transfer back to Lhasa, day at leisure. Day 7 Lhasa and onward journey (B) Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent 41

CHINA ADD-ONSYUNNAN (8 Days) JIUZHAIGOU (3 Days) YELLOW MOUNTAIN (3 Days)Prices from £1477 per person Prices from £639 per person Prices from £399 per personIncluding domestic flights to Kunming and Including domestic flights to Huang Long, Including domestic flights to Huangshan,Dali, return airport transfers, daily tours, return airport transfers, daily tours, return airport transfers, daily tours,7 nights’ accommodation at a 4★ hotel 2 nights’ accommodation at a 4★ hotel 2 nights’ accommodation at a 4★ hoteland meals as stated. and meals as stated. and meals as stated. Yunnan is the most south west region of Situated in Sichuan, the Jiuzhaigou Situated in AN HUI province and regardedChina, bordering Vietnam, Laos and Myanmar. Valley and Scenic Area first opened to as the Number One mountain in China,It has a diverse geographical make-up visitors in 1984 and people have been Yellow Mountain lets you experience fourranging from alpine mountains to tropical rain- attracted to the region ever since to see seasons in one day, stunning scenery andforests and is home to 25 ethnic minorities. some of China’s most beautifully scenic areas. climb the heights to feel like you are walking Near the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, it has amongst the clouds of heaven. TheDay 1 To Kunming forests, meadows, rivers, valleys, mountains, backdrop has been an inspiration to mayTake your flight to Kunming. Upon arrival multi-level waterfalls and colourful lakes. famous and traditional Chinese scrollyou will be met and transferred to your hotel. With some of the most beautiful and paintings, literature and poetry.Rest of the day is at your leisure. inspiring scenery on earth, some of the reserves scenic spots are considered holy Day 1 Huangshan cityDay 2 Kunming (BLD) by the local Tibetan and Qiang people. The Upon arrival at the airport be met by theFirst is the flower market then Stone Forest, valley consists of two main parks - Huang guide and transferred to the Yangguangcomprising natural stone masterpieces over a Long and Jiuzhaigou, together they form a hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisureperiod of 270 million years. UNESCO Heritage Site. to explore the town and relax after your journey.Day 3 Kunming to Dali (BLD) Day 1 To Huang Long (D)Fly to Dali. Visit Erhai Lake by local fishing Take your flight to Huang Long. Upon arrival Day 2 Huangshan (BD)boat and the 1,300 year old Three Pagoda’s. you will be met and transferred to the This morning you will be driven to Yellow Huang Long Scenic and Historic Interest Mountain. Take the Cable Car from YunguDay 4 Dali to Lijiang (BLD) Area. Famed for its waterfalls and hot springs. station to the top of the mountain. CheckIn the morning drive to Lijiang. On the way Here you can explore by foot and take a into the Xihai hotel then visit Brush Pen Peakwe will visit the ancient town of Dayan. cable car ride for an aerial view of the followed by a tour to Begin to Believe Peak.Upon arrival we will visit Black Dragon Pool. wonderful scenery. Onward journey to your See the ancient twisted pine trees, Lion Peak hotel in Jiuzhaigou. and Xihai Grand Canyon. In the eveningDay 5 Lijiang (BLD) enjoy the sunset from the Cloud DispellingRide the cable car to Jade Dragon Snow Day 2 Jiuzhaigou (B) Pavillion. Stay overnight at the summit.Mountain, enjoy the Basha Naxi minority village Today a full day tour of the valley -and its ancient wall paintings. Enjoy the Naxi Jiuzhaigou. Its Chinese name means ‘Nine Day 3 Huangshan and onward journey (B)Ancient Music Show in the evening. Village Valley’. The valley is 35km long and Wake up early to catch the magnificent is filled with with diverse natural beauty. sunrise. After breakfast descend the mountainDay 6 Lijiang to Shangri La (BLD) You can walk around the attractions or take by foot down the western side, along theToday enjoy the dramatic scenery of the the optional eco-friendly buses. Highlights way you will see Flying Rock, climb over theTiger Leaping Gorge - one of the deep- include the Multi-coloured Lake and the Brightness Apex - the 2nd highest peak onest gorges in the world. Drive onwards to Nourilang Waterfalls. Yellow Mountain - and Turtle Peak. After allShangri-La. the walking over the last two days, take a Day 3 Jiuzhaigou and onward journey (B) cable car from Yuping station down to theDay 7 Shangri La (BLD) Visit a Tibetan family in their village and see foot of the mountain. Transfer to the airportVisit the Grand Gedan Songzang Lin how they make traditional cheese, bread for your onward connection.Tibetan Lama Temple followed by a trip to and butter tea. Transfer to the airport for yourthe Pudacuo Scenic Region. onward flight.Day 8 Shangri La to Kunming (B)Catch a flight to Kunming, and then take aconnecting flight to your onward destination.42 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

CHINA ADD-ONSSHAOLIN (8 Days) ZHANGJIAJIE (5 Days) TAIWAN (7 Days)Prices from £1069 per person Prices from £799 per person Prices from £997 per personIncluding domestic flights to Datong, return Including domestic flights to Zhangjiajie, Including domestic flights to Taiwan, returnairport transfers, train transfers, day tours, return airport transfers, day tours, 4 nights’ airport transfers, day tours, 6 nights’2 nights’ accommodation at a 4★ hotel accommodation at a 4★ hotel and meals accommodation at a 4★ hotel and mealsand meals as stated. as stated. as stated.Kung Fu theory is based upon classical Wulingyuan Scenic Area is comprised of Taiwan remains one of Asia’s largelyConfucian philosophy. The sacred Shaolin several national parks, the most famous of undiscovered destinations. The island is anMonastery is widely regarded as the which is Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, a eclectic mix of Chinese, Western, Japanesebirthplace of one of the most popular 243 square mile park is full of 3,000 and indigenous influences, while retainingbranches of Chinese Kung Fu. stunning karst pillars of sandstone, covered many of the traditions. with sub-tropical rainforest. The HallelujahDay 1 To Datong (B) Mountains in film Avatar were inspired by Day 1 To TaipeiTake a morning train to Datong. Upon Heavenly Pillar in Zhangjiajie National Take your flight to Taipei. Upon arrival, metarrival transfer to your hotel. Forest Park. and transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.Day 2 Datong (BLD) Day 1 To ZhangjiajieVisit the Yungang Caves and the 1400 Take your flight to Zhangjiajie. Upon Day 2 Taipei city tour (B)year old Hanging Monastery. arrival be met and transferred to your hotel. This morning enjoy a half day city tour, pass Rest of the day at your leisure. by the Presidential Office and visit the ChiangDay 3 Datong to Pingyao (BLD) Kai-Shek Memorial Hall. Next the NationalTake the train to Taiyuan. Upon arrival you Day 2 Zhangjiajie (BLD) Palace Museum and a visit to traditionalwill be met and transferred to Pingyao. Today we will visit the Zhangjiajie Taiwanese Temple and a Handicraft Centre. National Forest Park. In the afternoon weDay 4 Pingyao (BLD) will go to Jinbian Brook, at 5700 metres Day 3 Taipei to Sun Moon Lake (B)A World Heritage Site. This town offers a long, it is famous for Jinbian Cave. You will Tour around the lake and visit Wenwugreat insight into the architectural styles of have the best view of Wulingyuan along the Temple, the Ita Thao Indigenous Village,Imperial China. Highlights include the Ancient brook. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Tse En Pagoda and the Holy Monk Shrine.City Wall, Ancient Ming and Qing Street.The Rishengchang Financial House Museum, Day 3 Zhangjiajie (BLD) Day 4 Sun Moon Lake to Kaohsiung (B)Zhengguo Temple and Shuang Lin Temple. In the morning we will take the cable car to Drive to Foguangshan Buddhist Monastery, enjoy the views and relax at Mt. Tianzishan. the biggest in Taiwan. Visit the Main Shrine,Day 5 Taiyuan to Zhengzhou (BLD) In the afternoon we will go to Bailong, the Great Buddha Land, Buddha Statue and theDrive from Taiyuan to visit the Twin Pagoda sightseeing elevator is the highest and fastest Former British Consulate, Liuho Night MarketTemple. then take the train to Zhengzhou. in the world and provides a spectacular and the Love River In Kaohsiung. view of the Sandstone Peak Forest.Day 6 Zhengzhou to Luoyang (BLD) Day 5 Kaohsiung to Taitung (B)Travel by coach to visit the Shaolin Temple Day 4 Zhangjiajie to Fenghuang (BLD) Visit Maopitou, The 21m high Oluanpi Lightin the Songshan Mountains and watch a Head to the ancient city of Fenghuang. house is known as the ‘East Asian Light’ andKung Fu performance. Afterwards we will Located at the western border of Hunan by Kenting National Park with mountains, forests,drive to Luoyang and stay overnight. the riverside of the beautiful Tuo River. lakes, sand dunes, beaches, and coral reefs. It is ancient, quiet, secluded and home toDay 7 Luoyang to Zhengzhou (BLD) historical legends. Day 6 Taitung to Hualien (B)Drive to the UNESCO listed Longmen Drive to Hualien along the East Coast Highway.Grottoes. Afterwards we will drive to Day 5 Fenghuang and onward journey (B)Zhengzhou and stay overnight. In the morning after breakfast, we will Day 7 Hualien and onward journey (B) transfer to the airport at Zhangjiajie to catch Drive to the Taroko Gorge Gateway, visit theDay 8 Zhengzhou to Beijing (B) your onward flight. Eternal Spring Shrine, the Swallow Grotto andTake the train back to Beijing. the Tunnel of Nine Turns. Stop off at a Marble Factory before driving to Taipei.020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent 43

YANGTZE RIVER CRUISESA holiday to China is not complete without a 5 star cruise along the Yangtze River, the longest river in Asia,flowing through China’s spectacular and diverse scenery. The cruises mainly operate between Chongqingand Yichang in either direction taking 3 nights downstream and 4 nights upstream. There is also 6 and 8night cruises (depending on direction) operating between Chongqing and Shanghai. One of the highlightsof a Yangtze cruise is witnessing the Three Gorges Hydroelectric River Dam, the largest and most dramaticdam in the world. Other excursions can include the Daning River Small Gorges, Shennong Stream, GhostCity of Fendu and Tribe of Three Gorges. Excursions vary per your ship’s itinerary so please call for furtherdetails. The staff on all our preferred the ships deliver an attentive and professional service.Victoria Cruise 5★ Sanctuary Explore 5★Used on all our group tours, boasting the largest five-star Carrying just 124 passengers, the Yangzi Explorer offersfleet on the Yangtze River. All cabins have modern an intimate cruising experience. International standardsamenities featuring private bathrooms and balconies. of service, delivered by the highest ratio of staff to guests,You also have the option to upgrade to Executive Deck ensure that every level of comfort is catered for during thefor only £99 (3 night cruise). Restaurants serve delicious cruise. facilities include fitness centre, luxury spa,onboard meals. Spectacular views of the scenery can be two-tiered theatre, coffee lounge, viewing lounge, Cigargain from every stateroom and public area. Bar, sun deck, and multi-language library.44 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

HONG KONGHong Kong is a recommended 3 or 4 day add-on to your small group tour or tailor-made journeyLocated on the southern coast of China, Hong Kong (“Fragrant Harbour”) is where “East meets West”. Witha deep natural port, the waterfront in Hong Kong is remarkable and full of possibilities. The Star Ferry andits seven-minute crossing is a popular and enjoyable form of transport, providing you with the opportunity toexperience the wonderful sights of the skyline from sea level.Whilst in Hong Kong, take a trip up to the Peak. A 120-year-old funicular tram takes you up the almost400 metres where you can then view the dramatic display of Victoria Harbour and the skyscrapers in thedistance. There are plenty of shopping opportunities in Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui in Kowloon being one ofthe most popular. The surrounding islands of Lamma (amazing seafood restaurants at Sok Kwu Wan) andLantau (home to the Giant Buddha and Ngong Ping Cable Car) can be reached by a short ferry ride.A selection of day tours: Deluxe Island tour From £48 Hong Kong Disneyland Highlights - Peak Tram ,Victoria Peak, Magic tour From £77Victoria Harbour Dinner Cruise with Aberdeen Fishing Village, Stanley Market,A Symphony of Lights From £68 and THE SKY TERRACE 428. Experience the magic of Disneyland in beautiful Hong Kong including round tripHarbour Cruise Bauhinia with transportation and admission fees.sumptuous buffet and live band,A Symphony of lights show.Macau with Cotai Strip From £117 360 Lantua Explorer tour From £79 Highlight of the Night tour From £87Highlights - St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Highlights - Peak Tram ,Victoria Peak, Highlights - Open-Top Bus Ride, shoppingChurch, Section of the Old City Walls Na Aberdeen Fishing Village, Stanley Market, on Temple Street, Harbour Cruise BauhiniaTcha Temple (World Heritage), Mount The Ngong Ping Cable Car, Avenue of with sumptuous buffet and live band, AFortress (World Heritage), Museum of Stars, Po Lin Monastery, Museum Beneath Symphony of lights show.Macau,Temple of A-Ma (World Heritage), the Buddha, Vegetarian Lunch at Po Lin Mon-Macau Tower (Admission on own expenses), astery, Tai O Fishing Village, The Stilts HouseCasino, Cotai Strip. and Ngong Ping Village.A selection of hotels in Hong KongMetropark Causeway Bay 4★ Harbour Grand Kowloon 5★ Mandarin Oriental 5★This superior mid-range hotel offers amazing Discover Harbour side luxury, just steps away Located on the island, and over looking Victo-value for money. The large rooms , friendly from Victoria Harbour. This stunning waterside ria Harbour. Steeped in timeless tradition andstaff and roof top swimming pool make for a location in the Hung Hom district of Kowloon. legendary service, this iconic hotel providesmemorable stay on Hong Kong Island. Experience the spectacular swimming pool elegant rooms and 10 dining options.Located only a 2-minute walk from Tin Hau on floor 21. Provides free half-hourly shuttle to Features include an indoor pool and spaMTR. Provides free city shuttles. Tsim Sha Tsui, offering traditional Chinese treatments. 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent 45

CHINA Tailor-made JourneysLi River Wutaishan Temple Qiao Family MansionWhen travelling with China Links Travel, your HUANG HE 3 NIGHTS Inboundindividual preferences and interests always come (YELLOW flightfirst when arranging your tailor-made journey. RIVER) BEIJINGWe will carefully design your holiday in line with to Beijingyour budget and dedication to quality. Our offices XIAN Pingyaoin London and Beijing are equipped with specialist 3 NIGHTS 2 NIGHTStravel advisers who have broad expertise in designingtrips built around individual aspirations. 2 NIGHTS RIVER Chengdu YANGTZESimply tell us what you want from your Chinaexperience and we will offer you the most suitable RIVER Guilin . 2 NIGHTStailor-made itinerary, at great value and within 24 YANGTZE 2 NIGHT ...Yangshuohours. The more detailed information you provide, Flightthe better we can customise the tour for you. The Outbound CRUISE TO Drivetailor-made itineraries are carefully made to suit your flight Trainneeds. You will benefit from our specialist knowledge YANSHUO ........ Cruisethroughout the journey. Those tours offer extra Sample Itinerary 1flexibility, enabling you to travel at your own pace. Sample Itinerary 1To give you a taste of what is possible, a small 16 Dayssample of tailor-made journey’s that other clientshave thoroughly enjoyed can be found on the next Enjoy trekking on the Great Wall, spend a night in a ancientfew pages. city, visit the first draft bank in China’s history, take a cable car ride up one of China’s Five Great Mountains, spend time at Qiao Family’s Mansion - first built in Qing dynasty, journey on the bullet train to the see the Terracotta Warriors, get close up to the tallest stone Buddha in the world, end your stay with China’s adorable Giant Pandas. Day 1 London Heathrow to Beijing Fly directly to Beijing with British Airways. “We had a list of places and things we Day 2 Arrive in Beijing wanted to do in China so we gave this to Upon arrival, meet your Local Guide and transfer to hotel. China Links and they came back with an Rest of the day at leisure. itinerary that ran like clockwork”. Corrine Macnae Day 3 Beijing city tour (B) Today, you will have a city tour to explore Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City.46 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

Ürümqi Kashgar Sample ItineraDunrhuyang 2 10 DaysDay 4 The Great Wall (BL)Trekking on the Great Wall between the HUANG HE BEIJING (YELLOWareas of Jinshanling and Simatai. RIVER) 3 NIGHTSDay 5 Bullet Train to Pingyao (BL) InboundVisit Summer Palace, photo stop at Bird Nest flightand Water Cube. Bullet train to Pingyao. to Beijing This private tour offers upgraded 2 NIGHTS accommodation including the XIAN Imperial Mansion Beijing, XianDay 6 Pingyao (BL) Hilton, Shangri La Guilin and RIVERExplore the Ancient Town including the the boutique Hotel, Yangshuo YANGTZERishengchang Financial Museum,. Tea Cozy. Attractions including a picnic lunch on the Great RIVER Wall, a rickshaw ride around YANGTZE the Hutong area of Beijing andDay 7 Bullet Train to Xian (BL) private tour of Terracotta Guilin .... FlightVisit the Qiao family mansion, shuanglin Warriors. 2 NIGHT Drivetemple and Zhengguo temple. Transfer to 1 NIGHT Traintrain station for the bullet train to Xian. CRUISE TO Yangshuo Cruise YANSHUO ........ Sample Itinerary 2 Outbound flightDay 8 Terracotta Warriors (BL) Day 1 London Heathrow to Beijing SanyaVisit Terracotta Warriors, small wild goose Fly directly to Beijing with British Airways.pagoda and Muslin street. Sample Itinerary 3Day 9 Huashan (BL) Day 2 The Great Wall (B) 6 Days in BeijingDay at Huashan with cable car up and trek Upon arrival, be met and transferred to thedown. Visit Jade springs and Xiyue Temple. Imperial Mansion Beijing. Learn about Imperial China during your time in Beijing. Watch the flag-raising at dawnDay 10 Xian city tour and to Guilin (BL) Day 3 Beijing city tour (BLD) in Tiananmen Square. visit Chairman Mao’sVisit Shaanxi historical museum and the Great Wall at Mutianyu with cable car ride. body in his mausoleum, discover Jingshanancient city wall. Flight to Guilin. Picnic Lunch on the Wall. In the evening Park, visit the Great Wall at Mutianyu, take enjoy the traditional Peking Duck at the a Toboggan Ride down the Great Wall and excellent Jingzun Restaurant. watch a traditional Kung Fu Show. Day 4 Giant Pandas and Hutong (BL) Day 1 Arrive in Beijing Morning tea ceremony followed by a visit Upon arrival, meet and transfer to hotel. to see Giant Pandas. Rickshaw around Hutong Area. Dumpling Making at local Day 2 Beijing (BL) family. A private night walking tour around Watch flag-raising at dawn in Tiananmen Houhai Area. Square followed by a tour of the Square and a visit to see Chairman Mao’s body Day 5 Beijing to Xian (B) lying on show in his mausoleum. Visit the Transfer to the airport for your flight to Xian. Forbidden City and walk up Jingshan Hill for Upon arrival, be met and transfer to Xian panoramic views of the city. Enjoy a leisurely Hilton. Visit Big Wild Goose Pagoda. walk along the scenic area of Shishahai. Day 6 Xian (B)Day 11 Longji Rice Field (BL) Full day private tour of Terracotta Warriors Day 3 The Great Wall (BL)Day excursion to Longji, visit rice terrace and horses and also explore the City Wall. Visit the Great Wall at Mutianyu, a postfields and minority village. along the wall which offers all round Day 7 Xian to Guilin (B) stunning views and a less crowdedDay 12 Li River cruise (BL) Transfer to airport for flight from Xian to atmosphere. Take a Toboggan Ride ownLi River cruise to Yangshuo. Visit Moon hill Guilin. Upon arrival, be met and transferred the wall. In the evening enjoy the highlyand Banyan tree. to Guilin Shangri La Hotel. This evening skilled Kung Fu Show. enjoy the cormorant cishing show.Day 13 Yangshuo (B)Day at leisure in Yangshuo. Day 8 Guilin (BL) Day 4 Beijing (BLD) Day excursion to Longsheng Rice Terrace Visit the Temple of Heaven followed byDay 14 Reed flute cave and to Field. Depart from hotel, drive to Longsheng. Beijing Zoo to see China’s Giant Pandas.Chengdu (BL) Visit the minority Guzhuang village and Visit the Summer Palace, which includesVisit Reed flute cave, Elephant trunk s hill and terrace field there. a grand collection of lakes, gardens andFubo Hill. Flight to Chendu. palaces where you can expect lovely views Day 9 Guilin to Yangshuo (BL) and walks. Enjoy a relaxing boat ride on theDay 15 Chengdu (B) Cruise along the Li River and enjoy the beautiful Kunming Lake. In the evening enjoyVisit the Chengdu Panda Breeding Research breathtaking landscape of limestone hills, a traditional Peking Duck Meal.Center .Photo opportunity with a Giant tranquil fishing scenes and peaceful villages.Pandas. Wenshu Monestery and Bamboo Watch the Impression show of Sister Liu. Day 5 Beijing (B)Park. Stay at the Yangshuo Tea Cozy Xiatang Enjoy the activities in Happy Valley. You will Village. also watch the Golden Mask Dynasty showDay 16 Fly back to London (B)Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Day 10 Fly back to London (B) Day 6 Depart (B) London Heathrow. Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Depart for your onward journey. London Heathrow. 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent 47

CHINA Tailor-made JourneysMinority Village Yungang Caves, Datong Stone Forest, KunmingSample Itinerary 4 Kashgar Ürümqi 3 NIGHTS22 Days Day 9 Xizhou village and BEIJING Three Pagodas (BL) DunhuangAn historic and picturesque journey that takes Visit Bai minority in the HUANG HE Inboundyou to some of ancient cities and minority little town of Xizhou, (YELLOW flightvillages of China. Travel through one of the dating back to the reign RIVER)most diverse provinces in China, Yunnan. of the Nanzhao Kingdom to BeijingFinish your tour with time in the cosmopolitan (730-902 AD). XIANcity of Hong Kong. Afterwards, you will visit 2 NIGHTS the Three Pagodas. Drive to Shaxi. RIVER YANGTZEDay 1 London Heathrow to Beijing Day 10 Shaxi (B) 4 NIGHTS RIVERFly directly to Beijing with British Airways. Morning walk around Lijang YANGTZE Shaxi, once a bustlingDay 2 Beijing trade station that linked Longsheng 2 NIGHTSOn arrival you will be met and transferred to Yunnan and Tibet with 1 NIGHTyour hotel. Rest of day at your leisure. Southeast Asia for tea Shaxi ...G.uilin and horse trading. 1 NIGHT ...Day 3 Beijing city tour (B) Drive to Lijiang. ... ...Highlights include Temple of Heaven, 2 NIGHTS CRUISE TOSummer Palace, Tiananmen Square and Dali Outbound ........ FlightForbidden City. LI RIVYERa2ngNsIGhHuToS HONG KONG flight Drive Kunming TrainDay 4 Great Wall at Jinshanling (B) 3 NIGHTS CruiseVisit the Great Wall at Jinshanling, built from1570 BC during the Ming Dynasty. Sample Itinerary 4Day 5 Bullet train to Xian (B) Day 11 Wenhai Lake and Suhe Village (B) SanyaExperience the Bullet train from Beijing to Walk to Wenhai Lake; a natural wild lake atXian. Journey time 4 hours 40 minutes. the feet of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Visit Day 15 Longsheng (B) Suhe Village; is a well-preserved town along Visit the village of Ping An, where theDay 6 Terracotta Warriors (B) the ancient tea route and one of the earliest ethnic Yao minority live. This village isVisit the Terracotta Warriors, a stunning settlements of the ancestors of Naxi people. found between the towering 1200m highcollection of ten thousand life size statues of Longji rice terraces.the Chinese army made over two thousandyears ago. Spend time at the ancient Xian Day 16 Guilin (B)city wall. Enjoy a walk through the local villages and along the rice terraces. Drive back to Guilin.Day 7 To Dali (B)Morning flight to Dali. Rest of day at your Day 12 Tiger Leaping Gorge to Day 17 Li River Cruise (BL)leisure. Zhongdian (B) Enjoy a leisurely four hours boat cruise on the breathtaking Li River towards Yangshuo.Day 8 Linden Centre (B) Visit the Tiger Leaping Gorge; a scenicEnjoy a cycle ride around the countryside, canyon on the Jinsha River. It is one of the Day 18 Yangshuo (B)take a cooking class or practice Tai Chi with deepest and most spectacular river canyons Day at leisure in Yangshuo.locals. in the world. Drive to Zhongdian. Day 13 Songzanlin Monastery (B) Day 19 To Hong Kong (B) Visit the Songzanlin Monastery; the largest Take your flight to Hong Kong. Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan. Later, visit the beautiful Napa Lake. Days 20 - 21 Hong Kong (B) Half day city tour including Peak Tram. Day 14 Kunming (B) Fly to Kunming. Visit the famous Stone Forest. Day 22 Fly back to London (B) Evening take the flight to Guilin. Transfer to the airport for your flight back to London Heathrow.48 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent

A SELECTION OF HOTELS IN CHINABeijing: Guangxi Hotel 4★ Tour hotel Beijing: Hilton Wangfujing 5★ Beijing: Courtyard 7 Boutique Located in Wangfujing, Beijing’s shopping A classical Chinese house from theConveniently located near the Panjiayuan district. Tiananmen Square and Forbidden Qing Dynasty with a 300 year history. City are within walking distance. An award Charming and beautifully restored with threeAntique Market and 5 km from Hongqiao winning hotel with a rooftop swimming pool. courtyards. Located in the Hutong district.Market and Temple of Heaven. Facilitiesinclude an indoor swimming pool.Beijing: Red Wall Garden Boutique Xian: Grand New World 4★ Tour hotel Xian: Sofitel on Renmin Square 5★This Boutique hotel is located in one of the Located near Great Mosque, Drum Tower Combining modern living and long historicalcity’s historic neighbourhoods, Shijia Hutong. and the Bell Tower. Recreational amenities culture. Stylish rooms, an elegant restaurant,During the spring and summer months the include an indoor pool and a health club. bar, spa and gym are available to guests.Courtyard Bistro features Cultural Nights. There is also a restaurant and a nightclub. Historic sites are just a short stroll away.Xian: Bell Tower Hotel 4★ Xian: Grand Mercure Renmin Square 5★ Chengdu: Greenland Hotel 4★ Tour hotelLocated in the centre of Xian, neighbouring Located within the ancient city walls. Located in the heart of Chengdu. Over 200the Bell Tower and Drum Tower Square Designed to be decorative yet simplistic, rooms combine detailed wood decor withwhere the historical and modern attractions the Grand Mercure epitomises classical luxurious bedding. The restaurant specialisescan exploredt. elegance with a fusion of east with west. in the local Sichuan cuisine.Chengdu: Buddha Zen Hotel Boutique Chengdu: Shangri-La 5★ Shanghai: Riverview Hotel 4★ Tour hotelCombines the beauty of traditional Chinese Luxurious accommodation located in the Staying in the large deluxe rooms, acultures with modern facilties. Located next city centre, offering views of Jinjiang river. fantastic location on the South Bundto Tianfu Plaza and Chunxi Road. It has 35 Providing some of the best restaurants in Waterfront area adjacent to the Yurooms, Chinese restaurant and tea room. Chengdu. Garden Temple and close to old town. 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent 49

A SELECTION OF HOTELS IN CHINAShanghai: Astor House Hotel 3.5★ Shanghai: Hyatt on the Bund 5★ Shanghai: The Yangtze Boutique 5★The most famous and architecturally A luxury hotel, uniquely located on the banks Located in Shanghai’s city centre, blendingsignificant hotel in Shanghai. Spacious of the Huang Pu River. Elegantly furnished 1930’s Shanghai charm with luxuries of therooms are decorated in a Victorian baroque rooms at this luxurious property offers modern world. Rooms combine oldstyle, representing the city’s Golden Age. spectacular views. Facilities include an Shanghai culture and Art Deco. LocatedLocated close to The Bund and the shops. indoor swimming pool. close to The Bund and the shops.Guilin: Bravo Hotel 4★ Tour hotel Guilin: White House 4★ Longji: Li An Lodge Boutique Former residence of Bai Chongxi, an A unique lodge located in the LongjiOnly a 10 minutes walk from the city admiral of Republic of China before 1949. Terraces area it offers 16 individually Located in Guilin Ronghu Scenic Area, just designed rooms that feature local Chinesecenter and night market. The rooms have a a few steps from Two Rivers and Four Lakes arts and crafts and views of the enchanting Scenic Spot. rice terraces of Ping’an village.European feel and the Skylight Lobby Bar isthe perfect spot to relax. Facilities include anoutdoor swimming pool.Yangshuo: Guifu Holiday Hotel 4★Tour hotel Yangshuo: Tea Cozy Boutique Chongqing: DLT Hotel 4★ Tour hotelLocated on the banks of the Li River with a Situated by the banks of the Dragon River,unique architectural style in a flourishing area offering a back drop of the Karst peaks. Located in the heart of Chongqing, this hotelof Yangshuo. Guest facilities include Chinese Only a short distance from Yangshuo’sand Western restaurants, hairdressers, mas- famous West Street. Its tea provides a vast is within 1 mile of Datianwan Stadium andsage and sauna. range of Chinese teas for you to explore. Great Hall of the People. Three Gorges Museum and Goose Neck Park are 2 miles away.Hangzhou: Wuyang 4★ Tour hotel Sanya: Resort Intime 5★ Sanya: Mandarin Oriental 5★Located in Xiacheng District of Hangzhou A romantic and relaxing hotel facing 7km Luxury beach resort with 296 guestroomsand only a 10-minute drive from the famous of sandy white beaches. With a splendid providing stunning beach and hillside views.West Lake. Westlake Yintai Shopping Mall sea scene, lush tropical gardens, coconut A superb selection of dining options, 3is 10 minute walk away and the Wushan palms and lotus ponds. Most of the 420 outdoor swimming pools and private beachNight Market 14 minute walk way. charming guest rooms have private balconies. with coral reef.50 020 8543 8133 or visit your local travel agent