China featuring T ibet & Hong Kong

Shanghai & Beyond
A brilliant mélange of old and new, Shanghai embodies all that is modern China but at the same time, it is unlike anywhere else in the country.
There are surprises and delights at every turn – from the futuristic skyline to the Colonial Bund, from quiet alleyways and peaceful parks to glitzy cocktail bars.
After a few days soaking up the excitement of one of Asia’s most vibrant cities, why not head out to one Shanghai’s neighbouring ancient canal towns such
as Zhujiajiao, Suzhou or Wuzhen. The picturesque West Lake of Hangzhou is also nearby and further afield is the magnificent fabled mountain of Huang Shan.
Shanghai
Shanghai City Stay
5 days/4 nights. Departing Shanghai. daily
Grading: Easy
From $ 458 pp
On our unique City Stay experience you will explore the sights for which Shanghai is most
famous, along with some of its hidden gems.
Your exploration of Shanghai begins with a walk along the historic riverfront Bund, home to
an impressive collection of Art Deco buildings, and some of the city’s classiest dining and
shopping. Wander through the bustling Old Chinese Quarter and the contrasting tranquility of
Yu Garden before heading to the Shanghai Museum and People’s Square. End your day with
a visit to the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Centre for a glimpse of Shanghai’s future.
During your stay you will also travel to the ancient canal town of Zhujiajiao and stroll the
backstreets, cruise the waterways and absorb its charming, old world atmosphere. A visit to
the famous Jade Buddha Temple and an evening acrobatics performance also awaits. Before
you leave, there’ll be a chance to view a unique private collection of propaganda art and
witness the modern Shikumen developments of Xintiandi in the French Concession. On your
final evening, view Shanghai by night on a river cruise.
Inclusions 4 nights accommodation with breakfast daily • private touring • transport
(including Huangpu River cruise, weather permitting and Zhujiajiao canal cruise) • entrance
fees • local English-speaking guide • arrival and departure transfers
Want more? After a few days exploring the city, why not kick back on the deck of a
Yangtze cruise to experience some of China’s fabulous scenery? Refer to pages 20-23 for
our range of cruising options.
Standard, Superior and Deluxe options twin
per person
available.
01 Jan 10 - 28 Feb 10 $458
World Expo 2010 Shanghai
3 days/2 nights. Departing Shanghai. daily
From $ 353 pp Shanghai is buzzing with talk of the next World Expo which the city will host in 2010!
World Expo 2010 will run from May to October, with national pavilions and exhibitors from all
over the world showcasing a dazzling array of art, culture, performing arts, design, science
and technology.
Events are designed to intrigue and entertain with something on offer to surprise and delight
everyone. To ensure you don’t miss out on this very special event when visiting Shanghai in
2010, ask us about our World Expo packages which include accommodation plus transfers
and entrance fees to the World Expo site.
Inclusions Return airport transfers • 2 nights accommodation with breakfast daily
• 1-day pass to World Expo 2010 Shanghai
twin
per person
• one-way transfer to the World Expo site
4 May 10 - 25 Jun 10
$353
12 Jun 10 - 17 Sep 10
Shanghai Day Tours
Departing Shanghai. daily
From $ 17
Per person twin
Shanghai. Full-Day City Tour. from $ 99 pp.
Stroll the Bund and famous Nanjing Road, explore the Old Chinese Quarter market and the
tranquil Yu Garden, then visit the excellent Shanghai Museum and People’s Square.
Shanghai Pudong. Half-Day Tour. from $ 119 pp.
Stroll from the historic Bund through the Bund Tourist Tunnel on a ‘futuristic’ journey
underneath the Huangpu River to modern Pudong. View Shanghai from the top of the
Oriental Pearl TV Tower or Jinmao Tower before exploring the History Museum.
Wuzhen Water Town. Full-Day Tour. from $ 195 pp.
Escape to charming Wuzhen with its network of waterways, old wooden houses, stone
bridges and narrow laneways, and explore its maze of waterways on a canal cruise.
Zhujiajiao Water Town. Half-Day Tour. from $ 124 pp.
Explore the ancient Chinese canal town of Zhujiajiao. Visit the Yuanjin Monastery and Taoist
Temple, the great Qing Post Office and the old Chinese Pharmacy. Take a canal cruise and
browse through hole-in-the-wall family-run stores.
Shanghai Markets. Full-Day Tour. from $ 86 pp.
Begin your day at Dongtai Lu Antique Street, then visit Dongjiadu Fabric Market. In Yu Garden
Bazaar and Fangbang Street in the Chinese Old Quarter, shop for ceramics, paintings, gold
and more.
Shanghai Acrobats. from $ 17 pp. (Price applicable when combined with a day tour).
Experience the incredible skill and agility of Chinese acrobats. This is one of the most
entertaining, jaw-dropping shows in the Middle Kingdom!
All day tours are private.
All prices valid 01 Jan 10 - 31 Mar 11
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