CHINA & JAPAN - Scenic Tours

CHINA & JAPAN 

INCLUDING LUXURY YANGTZE CRUISING 2014

Welcome to Scenic Tours China and Japan. I would like to 

invite you to discover these fascinating countries of the 

mystical Orient on a luxury journey with Scenic Tours. China 

and Japan are home to an extraordinary array of icons such 

as the magnificent Great Wall, Beijing’s intriguing Forbidden 

City and Japan’s spectacular Mount Fuji and countless ancient 

temples and shrines. In 2014 we have some exceptional new 

itineraries and experiences, including a visit to Hangzhou 

and its fabled West Lake, excursions to Jade Dragon Snow 

Mountain near Lijiang and a small village famous for its 

Peasant Paintings. 

An unrivalled experience 

We promise simply incredible experiences from the unique 

opportunity of holding a Giant Panda cub in Chengdu, 

gaining an insight into the amazing Terracotta Warriors with 

the museum’s curator to speeding through the Japanese 

countryside on the famous Bullet train and uncovering the 

secretive world of Geishas with a local expert in Kyoto. 

Experience Peking Duck cooked to perfection, feast on 

tantalising varieties of dim sums and delectable Japanese 

Hida beef; discover wasabi variations you would never 

dream of and the freshest sushi you will ever taste. 

Countries of contrasts 

Both China and Japan mesmerise with their ever-present 

contradictions of awe-inspiring ancient monuments versus 

space-age technology, immense urban developments versus 

country towns seemingly frozen in time and familiar cultural 

clichés versus prevalent customs completely foreign to our 

own. With Scenic Tours you will uncover all aspects of these 

fascinating countries as we take you off the beaten track and 

introduce you to the real China and Japan. 

2 | The ultimate experience

Spectacular 

China and Japan 

Scenic Tours Signature 

– all-inclusive luxury 

Scenic Tours is a leading operator of all-inclusive and 

fully escorted tours in China and Japan. This means 

we cover absolutely everything from airport transfers 

to porterage, tipping and gratuities so you only need 

to plan for your personal expenses. You will truly 

appreciate the remarkable value and peace of mind 

that Scenic Tours offers. We are a private, Australianowned 

company and I find it rewarding that so many of 

you travel with us again and again. To those who have 

enjoyed travelling with us before, we look forward to 

welcoming you back. And to those who are considering 

us for the first time, we hope to have the pleasure of 

your company in China and Japan in the near future. 

Glen Moroney 

Founder and Managing Director 

scenictours.com.au | 3

Contents 

Scenic Tours China and Japan - The Ultimate Experience 

Let Scenic Tours show you China and Japan 6 

Incredible Stories 8 

Extraordinary Icons 10 

Exceptional Hotels 12 

Luxury Yangtze Cruise 14 

Tantalising Feasts 16 

Scenic Enrich 18 

Scenic FreeChoice 20 

Scenic FreeChoice Activities 22 

Scenic FreeChoice Dining 23 

18 Day Grand China and Luxury Yangtze Cruise CHGC 24 

17 Day China Jewels and Luxury Yangtze cruise CHJW 28 

13 Day China Express and Luxury Yangtze Cruise CHEY 32 

13 Day Cultural Treasures of Japan JPCT 34 

Hong Kong Stopover 38 

Exceptional hotels in amazing locations 40 

Pre & Post Tour Accommodation 41 

Booking Information 

Terms and Conditions 42 



Let Scenic Tours show you 

China and Japan 

Discover all the wonders of the Orient in 5-star luxury 

with the experts on a fully escorted small group journey 

The experience of 5-star touring with the experts through 

the heart of China and Japan is an unforgettable opportunity 

of a lifetime. The Scenic Tours passion for these destinations 

means you will experience the warmth of the locals that will 

stay with you forever and discover the changing face of history 

and vivid colours at every turn. Filled with extraordinary World 

Heritage-listed icons and home to the most exotic cuisine, 

your tour to the timeless Orient with Scenic Tours will be an 

extraordinary journey full of memories. 

Intimate small groups 

A Scenic Tours 5-star fully escorted luxury tour of China or 

Japan is the ultimate way to discover the very best sights and 

experiences with the experts. All our groups are limited to 

just 24 guests ensuring a significantly more personalised and 

intimate journey throughout. To enhance your small group 

experience even further, we provide audio headsets for 

every guest. 


Travel with complete confidence 

Scenic Tours have been operating fully escorted luxury tours 

to Asia since 2003 and we regularly travel across the region 

to create the most exciting itineraries with the best new 

experiences. We know these countries inside and out and have 

connected with the best people to share authentic and inspiring 

encounters with you. We have thought of absolutely everything 

including porterage, tipping and gratuities. There are no 

hidden extras. 

Fully escorted luxury 

Our professional local Tour Directors and English-speaking 

Guides are committed to providing you with the ultimate luxury 

experience. They are bursting with knowledge, expertise and 

passion and love their countries as much as they love sharing 

them with you. The numerous glowing reports from our past 

guests only serve to show how they will make your memories 

extra special. 

Unrivalled experiences and 

meticulous service 

Our fascinating itineraries are unrivalled in their meticulous 

attention to detail and service and have been expertly planned 

to maximise your time and enjoyment. All our itineraries are 

designed to extend time at key destinations and are scheduled 

at the most incredible times of the year for culture, experiences 

and weather. The standard and locations of our hotels are 

exceptional and we have included some of the best dining 

Chinese and Japanese cuisine have to offer, as well as an array 

of Western fare. Some of our unique experiences such as 

holding a Giant Panda cub, learning to play Mahjong and 

discovering the secretive world of Geishas will last a lifetime. 


Incredible Stories 

The timeless allure of the exotic Orient lies 

in its mystery, cultural traditions and charm 

Intoxicating, intriguing and unforgettable, tours to 

China or Japan reveal a myriad of fascinating sights, 

traditions and friendly people. They are filled with 

extraordinary experiences and with Scenic Tours you 

will be treated to the very best with our unique and 

captivating itineraries showcasing the most iconic 

sites and the diversity of the culture and landscapes. 

Captivating China 

China is bursting with a mix of historical treasures, 

architectural wonders, stunning natural scenery and 

modern cities. Be enthralled by one of the world’s 

great cities, Shanghai, whilst Beijing boasts the 

magnificent Forbidden City and the ancient ramparts 

of the Great Wall. In Xi’an, witness the amazing life 

size warriors of the Terracotta Army, whilst the iconic 

Giant Pandas are best encountered in their natural 

habitat in Chengdu. Cruise along the mighty Yangtze 

River, admire the beautiful scenery and discover the 

Three Gorges Dam. 

The traditions of Japan 

The Land of the Rising Sun is steeped in tradition 

from the secret world of the Geisha to the legacy 

of Hiroshima. This is a country of contrasts from 

the neon lights of Tokyo to carefully preserved 

old-world villages, enchanting temples and shrines, 

famous cherry blossoms, hot springs and the iconic, 

near perfect cone of Mt Fuji. From its famous bullet 

trains speeding through the countryside to hightech 

bathroom wizardry, you will appreciate why 

Japan is regarded as the world’s leader of innovative 

technology and unusual inventions. 

Discover unique destinations 

In China, explore the charming Old Town of Lijiang 

with its waterways and bridges, once a confluence 

for trade along the old tea horse road. Witness 

dramatic landscapes and spectacular limestone karst 

hills from your cruise down the Li River and discover 

the spectacular treasure trove of Buddhists images at 

the Dazu grottoes. In Japan witness the floating Torii 

Gate at Miyajima and discover the ancient town of 

Takayama in the Japanese Alps. 

Experience cultural treasures 

Be enriched with unique cultural performances 

including the spectacular Peking Opera, the amazing 

Legend of Kung Fu show, the acrobats of Shanghai and 

the spectacle of Yangshuo Impressions set against the 

stunning Li River. Kyoto’s cultural capital is a beautiful 

kaleidoscope of ancient shrines, glittering temples, 

authentic teahouses and kimono-clad Geishas. In 

nearby Nara, Japan’s first permanent capital, discover 

unforgettable historic treasures, Buddhist monasteries 

and some of the world’s oldest wooden buildings. 



Extraordinary Icons 

Discover the World Heritage-listed marvels that 

are part of the cultural stories of China and Japan 

The UNESCO World Heritage List is a collection 

of cultural sites and natural landscapes of 

outstanding universal value. The legacy of some 

of Asia’s most unique history will be revealed 

with Scenic Tours as you visit the Hiroshima 

Peace Park, the only structure to survive the first 

atomic bomb, and Beijing’s legendary Forbidden 

City, a priceless testimony to Chinese civilisation. 

Archaeological extravaganzas 

The site where the first unifier of China is 

buried, the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor 

is surrounded by the iconic Terracotta Warriors; 

whilst The West Lake of Hangzhou has inspired 

famous poets, scholars and artists since the 9th 

century with its pagodas, pavilions and gardens. 

The story of Beijing 

The story of Beijing’s extraordinary landmarks 

can be told through its enormous contribution 

to the World Heritage List. The Temple of 

Heaven is a 15th century complex symbolising 

the relationship between heaven and earth; 

the famous Great Wall is the world’s largest 

military structure, stretching more than 

6,000 kilometres; and the Forbidden City is 

a remarkable legacy of gardens and imperial 

buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. 

Architectural magnificence 

Japan’s historic village of Shirakawa-go boasts 

steeply pitched thatched roofs shaped like 

praying hands whilst the shrines and temples of 

Nikko have for centuries been closely associated 

with the history of the Tokugawa Shoguns. 

China’s Old Town of Lijiang is noted for its 

ancient water system that still functions today. 

Capital culture 

Built in 794, Kyoto was the imperial capital of 

Japan until the middle of the 19th century and its 

historic monuments illustrate the development 

of Japanese wooden architecture and gardens. 

Nara was the capital of Japan from 710 to 784 

enjoying great prosperity and cultural notoriety. 

Its Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines and 

excavated remains of the great Imperial Palace 

provide a vivid picture of life of ancient Japan. 

Scenic beauty 

The Chinese hillsides of Dazu boast a series of 

Buddhist rock carvings dating from the Tang 

and Song Dynasties. Miyajima Island’s Great 

Torii Gate guards the entrance to the famous 

Itsukushima Shrine, a holy place of Shintoism. 



Exceptional 

Hotels 

Experience exclusive luxury and impeccable service 

The countries of the Orient are renowned for their 

impeccable service and traditions and each of these luxury 

hotels deliver the ultimate experience of the region visited. 

Our Scenic Special Stays promise outstanding properties, 

some members of the world’s most distinguished hotel 

groups and others remarkable for their location, character 

and heritage. The following Scenic Special Stays are some 

of the extraordinary properties you will visit with Scenic 

Tours. All Scenic Special Stays are highlighted on each 

itinerary page. 

Beijing – Fairmont 

The Fairmont Beijing boasts natural light-filled interiors that are 

accented by contemporary Chinese artwork and is located in 

the cultural heart of Beijing, just minutes from the Forbidden 

City and Silk Street Market. 

Shanghai – Fairmont Peace Hotel 

Proud, legendary and lavish, the Fairmont Peace Hotel overlooks 

Shanghai’s Huangpu River and the famous waterfront area 

known as the Bund. Boasting eight decades of history, this 

landmark hotel has played host to diplomats and celebrities alike. 


Xi’an – The Westin 

The Westin’s ancient address is just steps from the Big Wild 

Goose Pagoda and Xi'an’s many cultural gems as well as 

restaurants and an upscale shopping area. Ancient art is on 

show at the onsite Xi'an Qujiang Museum of Fine Arts. 

Lijiang – Crowne Plaza 

Just moments from the Old Town and a short hike from the 

plunging cliffs of Tiger Leaping Gorge, old world opulence and 

modern luxury combine at Crowne Plaza Lijiang Ancient 

Town Resort. 

Tokyo – Conrad 

Minimalist Japanese design, the latest technology and panoramic 

views over the Tokyo skyline are all hallmarks of a stay at the 

Conrad. Tokyo’s most spacious guestrooms wait with pure 

luxury minutes from the famous Ginza shopping precinct. 

Kyoto – Hyatt Regency 

The contemporary and luxurious Hyatt Regency is located in 

the traditional and historic Higashiyama Shichijo area in the 

heart of Kyoto and on the doorstep of Sanjusangendo Temple, 

Kyoto National Museum and Hishakuin Temple. 


Luxury Yangtze Cruise 


Witness breathtaking scenery and dramatic landscapes 

from the luxury of your private balcony stateroom 

Experiencing the Yangtze River, the world’s third 

longest river, weave its way through the heart of China 

is an extraordinary adventure with stunning scenery of 

dramatic gorges and cliff faces. Discover the enigmatic 

Three Gorges, one of nature’s most extraordinary 

sculptures carved along the Yangtze on board your 

luxury river cruise. 

The ultimate Yangtze cruise 

Our partner, Victoria Cruises are the only Americanmanaged 

5-star cruise line sailing the Yangtze River. 

Completely refurbished in 2013, the Victoria Anna is five 

decks of sheer elegance providing the highest quality 

accommodation, amenities and service with a boutique 

atmosphere and unrivalled experiences. Your luxury 

river cruise ship features a library, cocktail lounge, beauty 

parlour, spa, fitness areas and observation decks. 

Private balcony stateroom 

The best views of the countryside gracing the banks of 

the Yangtze River are from your Superior Stateroom with 

private balcony. Enjoy your welcome fruit basket in your 

spacious, air-conditioned stateroom featuring an ensuite, 

luxury fittings, minibar and flat screen television. With 

Scenic Tours you gain access to the exclusive Victoria Anna 

Executive Program which includes complimentary internet 

and laundry service, a daily ‘Happy Hour’ and reserved 

seating for the nightly entertainment plus a choice of two 

dining rooms. 

A culinary and cultural affair 

Experience both Chinese and Western cuisine expertly 

prepared with the highest quality fresh ingredients on 

board and enjoy complimentary wine and beer with 

dinner. Dine in the Dynasty Dining Room or enjoy à la 

carte selections in the upper deck VIP Club restaurant. 

Early morning energising Tai Chi, informative lectures 

and demonstrations of traditional painting, calligraphy or 

acupuncture and commentary of the scenic surroundings 

will keep you entertained on board during the day whilst 

evenings in the elegant Yangtze Club promise traditional 

music and colourful dance performances. 

Private Scenic Tours shore excursions 

On your private Scenic Tours shore excursions you will 

discover the tenets of Taoism in the ‘Ghost City’ of 

Fengdu or visit a relocation village where families have 

been relocated as a result of the dam project. Admire the 

engineering marvel of the Three Gorges Dam Project, 

the world’s largest, and ride a sampan along the beautiful 

Shennong Stream or Daning River of the ‘Small Gorges’. 



Tantalising Feasts 

Dine on the authentic flavours and local 

specialities of two of the world’s greatest cuisines 

Chinese and Japanese cuisine is loved the world over 

thanks to its melting pot of flavours, fragrances and 

spices. Each is unique, yet influenced by one another, 

and the ultimate foodie adventure is discovering the 

finest of feasts at the very source. You wouldn’t miss 

this culinary extravaganza for all the tea in China. 

Details of all included highlight dining experiences are 

outlined on the itinerary pages. 

Uncover China’s culinary diversity 

The great tradition of spicy, fresh and fragrant Sichuan 

cuisine is shared in Chengdu with an iconic Hot Pot 

of broth filled with skewers of vegetables and meat. 

Indulge in Xi’an’s famous dumplings prepared by 

master chefs and discover the local speciality, yak 

meat in Lijiang’s Old Town. Shanghai is famous for 

its dim sum including xiaolongbao (little basket bun), 

Shengjian (fried steamed bread) and Guotie (fried 

dumplings). Fish and breakfast rice noodles identify 

the cuisine of Guilin and Beer Fish is Yangshuo’s 

signature dish made from Li River carp. 

An epicurean adventure 

Japanese food is more often associated with sushi, 

sashimi and rice, best discovered at its freshest at the 

world’s biggest fish market at Tsukiji, but its iconic 

Okonomiyaki, most renowned in Hiroshima, is a 

delicious savoury pancake. The name is derived from 

the word okonomi, meaning ‘what you like’ and yaki 

meaning ‘grilled’. 

Exceptional highlight dining 

The incomparable Peking Duck will be revealed 

at Duck de Chine, Beijing’s most innovative duck 

restaurant. Enjoy unrivalled views of Shanghai’s skyline 

and the Bund during your delicious dinner featuring 

Shanghainese cuisine. Enjoy a special lunch of Hida 

Beef, the name given only to exceptionally excellent 

Japanese black beef produced in Gifu Prefecture 

and sample traditional Japanese dishes given a 

contemporary twist during your exquisite Farewell 

Dinner with spectacular skyline views of Tokyo. 


Scenic Enrich 

Be treated to our superb collection of 

unforgettable highlights and unique cultural events 

From a journey on board Japan’s famous bullet train, 

the Shinkansen, travelling at incredible speeds to a 

cycle rickshaw through Beijing’s atmospheric hutongs 

(alleyways) before a fascinating tea ceremony; our 

renowned Scenic Enrich program features a selection of 

extraordinary included events and highlights, ensuring 

you truly ‘live’ each experience. These special touches 

will undoubtedly be a highlight of your journey. Many 

Scenic Enrich events are unique and exclusive to Scenic 

Tours and details of all Scenic Enrich events are outlined 

in each itinerary. 

Once-in-a-lifetime memories 

With Scenic Tours you will get to hold some of China’s 

most famous residents, the Giant Pandas at the Giant 

Panda Research and Breeding Centre in Chengdu 

where these fascinating animals, China’s national 

symbol, are nursed from birth. You will also partake in 

a remarkable welcome ceremony as you are given the 

‘Keys to the City’ of Xi’an at its ancient city wall and 

unravel the mystery of the magnificent life size army of 

Terracotta Warriors from a special VIP platform with 

a museum curator. In Kyoto you will enjoy a guided 

walking tour through the streets of Gion, one of the 

main Geisha enclaves, to discover more about this 

ancient Japanese tradition with a local expert. 

Extraordinary events 

Witness the energy and excitement of a performance 

of Shanghai’s world-renowned acrobatics blending 

amazing stunts with state-of-the-art technology, 

whilst in Xi’an you will enjoy a grand performance 

of traditional songs, dances and colourful costumes 

from the Tang Dynasty period. Watch the amazing 

‘Impression of West Lake’, a spectacle of light, music, 

dance and theatrics based on a Hangzhou legend; in 

Lijiang enjoy a performance of traditional Naxi music 

featuring 70-90 year old men on local instruments; 

and be entertained by the 300-year-old Sichuan 

Opera in Chengdu. 

Cultural traditions 

Join a Tai Chi Master at the Temple of Heaven for 

an authentic experience and discover the healing 

powers of this traditional martial art; visit a Chengdu 

teahouse and learn the finer details of Mahjong; and 

explore an old painting village close to Xi’an and 

uncover a distinctive style of art. In Japan make a 

‘sarubobo’, the special mascot of Takayama said to 

prevent sickness and accidents; and enjoy a uniquely 

Japanese experience, a special tea ceremony inside 

Tokyo’s Hama-Rikyu gardens. 




Scenic FreeChoice 

Personalise your experience of China and Japan from 

our incredible selection of included activities and dining 

Scenic FreeChoice is an extra array of activities in key 

destinations giving you the freedom to discover the sights 

that interest you the most. Scenic FreeChoice is available 

at a relaxed, moderate or active pace and regardless of 

what you choose there’s no extra to pay. Details of all 

the Scenic FreeChoice activities are highlighted on each 

itinerary page. Here is a selection of the extraordinary 

activities on offer. 

Beijing 

Uncover Beijing’s architectural past and present like the 

Water Cube and Bird’s Nest or perhaps enjoy a cooking 

class in a restored Hutong courtyard house. In the evening 

attend the 200-year-old Peking Opera or enjoy a martial 

arts spectacular of Kung Fu, dance and acrobatics. 

Shanghai 

In Shanghai visit ancient Zhujiajiao Watertown with a 

history of over 1,700 years or explore the old Jewish 

Quarter, then wander the tree-lined avenues of the 

French Concession; or discover a glimpse of daily life 

with a local family. 

Yangshuo 

Discover the beautiful countryside and enjoy a sumptuous 

lunch with a local farmer or learn the art of Chinese 

cuisine; or visit the magnificent Silver Cave and marvel at 

the waterfall-like rock formations and glistening 

stone curtains. In the evening, perhaps choose to witness 

the incredible display of cormorants, seabirds that catch 

fish for local farmers, or enjoy ‘Impression Liu Sanjie’, 

a music and light show performed by hundreds of singers 

and dancers. 

Tokyo 

In Tokyo you can visit Ryogoku, the home of sumo 

wrestling where the stadium and training stables are 

found; or venture into the world’s biggest fish market 

in Tokyo for the freshest sushi you’ll ever taste; or enjoy 

a guided walk through a maze of streets filled with 

traditional shops. 

Scenic FreeChoice Dining 

Our Scenic FreeChoice Dining program allows you to 

indulge in Japanese foods like tempura, sashimi, sushi and 

sake as you cruise Tokyo Bay on board a Yakatabune, 

an old fashioned houseboat; in Guilin dine at a local 

restaurant featuring the finest Cantonese, Hunan, 

Huaiyang and Guilin delicacies. In Hangzhou you could 

dine at a buffet restaurant revolving around an interactive 

show kitchen that allows guests to watch skilled chefs in 

action and in Lijiang enjoy authentic Cantonese cuisine 

with signature Yunnan and Sichuan specialities. 


Scenic FreeChoice Activities 

Choose what you wish to do from these included 

activities in key destinations. 

China 

Beijing (Daytime) (Excludes Tour CHEY) 

Beijing’s Architecture 

Uncover Beijing’s architectural past 

and present like the Water Cube and 

Bird’s Nest. Moderate Pace 

Yangshuo 

Farm Tour 

Discover the beautiful countryside 

and enjoy a sumptuous lunch with a 

local farmer. Relaxed Pace 

Shanghai 

Architectural Walk 

Explore the old Jewish Quarter, then 

wander the tree-lined avenues of the 

French Concession. Moderate Pace 

Summer Palace 

Marvel at a masterpiece of Chinese 

landscape garden design at the World 

Heritage-listed Summer Palace. 

Moderate Pace 

Hutong Cooking Class 

Enjoy a fun and hands-on cooking 

class in a restored Hutong courtyard 

house. Relaxed Pace 

Chinese Cooking Class 

Wander the bustling local markets, 

shop for fresh ingredients and learn 

the art of Chinese cuisine. 

Relaxed Pace 

Silver Cave 

Visit the magnificent Silver Cave 

and marvel at the waterfall-like rock 

formations and glistening stone 

curtains. Moderate Pace 

Taste of Daily Life 

Get a taste of daily life as you visit a 

park, wander through a wet market 

and have lunch with a local family. 

Relaxed Pace 

Ancient Watertown 

With a history of over 1700 years, 

discover old bridges across bubbling 

streams and ancient temples. 

Moderate Pace. (Excludes Tour CHJW) 

Beijing (Evening) 

Peking Opera 

Attend the 200-year-old Peking 

Opera for traditional music, vocals, 

mime, dance and acrobatics. 

Relaxed Pace 

The Legend of Kung Fu 

Appreciate a martial arts spectacular 

of kung fu, dance and acrobatics. 

Relaxed Pace 

Yangshuo (Evening) 

Bird Fishing 

Watch the incredible display of 

cormorants, seabirds that catch fish 

for local farmers. Moderate Pace 

Yangshuo Impressions 

Witness ‘Impression Liu Sanjie’ an 

outdoor folk music and light show 

performed by hundreds of singers 

and dancers. Relaxed Pace 

Japan 

Toyko 

Sumo in Ryogoku 

Visit Ryogoku, the home of sumo 

wrestling where the stadium and 

training stables are found. 

Relaxed Pace 

Fish Markets 

Venture into the world’s biggest fish 

market at Tsukiji and experience sushi 

at its freshest. Relaxed Pace 

Hidden Tokyo 

Enjoy a guided walk through a maze 

of streets filled with traditional shops 

and restaurants. Moderate Pace 


Scenic FreeChoice Dining 

Choose where to dine, dine as a couple 

or with friends, sample regional cuisine. 

China 

Guilin 

Chinese Delicacies 

Dine at a Chinese restaurant featuring 

the finest Cantonese, Hunan, 

Huaiyang and Guilin delicacies. 

International Buffet 

Choose from a buffet showcasing five 

live cooking stations of the best of 

international cooking 

Hangzhou 

Hangzhou Specialities 

Enjoy a Chinese restaurant serving 

traditional dishes from Hangzhou, 

as well as specialities from 

surrounding cities. 

Interactive Buffet 

Dine at a buffet restaurant revolving 

around an interactive show kitchen 

that allows guests to watch skilled 

chefs in action. 

Japan 

Tokyo 

Mt Fuji 

Yakatabune Dinner Cruise* 

Indulge in Japanese foods like tempura, 

sashimi, sushi and sake as you cruise 

Tokyo Bay on board a Yakatabune, an 

old fashioned houseboat. 

Dinner with a view 

Dine on exquisite Japanese cuisine 

and enjoy views over Tokyo from 

the 42nd-floor of the Shiodome 

City Center. 

Bellevue Restaurant 

Enjoy the tradition of French cuisine 

in a full-course menu that uses fresh 

ingredients from the foothills of 

Mt Fuji. 

Shikishima Restaurant 

Delight in the delicate, elegant formal 

Kaiseki cuisine unique to Japan, made 

from ingredients from the local area. 

Takayama 

Bonjour French Restaurant 

A restaurant with a relaxing 

atmosphere in which to enjoy 

French cuisine using Hida’s 

seasonal ingredients. 

Japanese Restaurant 

Enjoy Japanese banquet dishes 

with seasonal bounties of the 

Hida mountains 

Chinese Restaurant 

Dine on traditional Chinese 

cuisine using local ingredients. 

Lijiang 

Cantonese Delights 

Dine at a Chinese restaurant 

showcasing authentic Cantonese 

cuisine with signature Yunnan and 

Sichuan specialties. 

Tastes of South East Asia 

Tickle your taste buds with selections 

of popular Thai and other Southeast 

Asian inspired dishes. 

Relaxed Pace: These leisurely activities may include some short distance walking over even ground, combined with a 

relaxing pace and will suit all fitness levels. 

Moderate Pace: These excursions are more active and may involve walking moderate distances. The ground may not 

always be level and may involve more strenuous activities during the tour. This suits guests with a reasonable level of 

fitness. 

Active Pace: These excursions involve strenuous activity, may involve steps and walking for extended periods of time 

over uneven surfaces and will require good fitness levels. 

Scenic FreeChoice activities are subject to minimum numbers and or seasonal operation. 

*Note: Seating on board Yakatabune Dinner Cruise in Tokyo is traditional Japanese style on Tatami mats with cushions. 


EXCLUSIVE TO 

SCENIC TOURS 

18 Day Grand 

China and Luxury 

Yangtze Cruise 

1 Nights 

Land Content 

River Cruise 

Flight Content (Included) 

Map provided is a guide only. 

Please refer to terms and conditions 

Chengdu 

2 

Dazu 

1 

Yangtze 

River 

Cruise 

3 

Chongqing 

2 

Xi’an 

1 

1 

Great Wall of China 

Yichang 

Guilin 

Yangshuo 

4 

CHINA 

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Beijing 

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Ultimate Inclusions 

• Small Group - up to 24 guests 

• “Must See” attractions 

• All internal flights included 

• Well paced with multi-night stays 

• Scenic FreeChoice activities and 

dining included 

• Exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences 

• Centrally located hotels 

• Breakfast included daily plus 

many lunches and dinners 

• Local beer, soft drink, water 

and tea with select lunches 

and dinners 

• Free in-room Wi-Fi at select 

hotels, complimentary internet 

access on Yangtze cruise 

• Escorted by a professional and 

passionate Tour Director 

• Knowledgeable English-speaking 

local guides 

• Private vehicle for all included 

sightseeing excursions 

• Bottled water and wet towels 

during sightseeing 

• Audio headsets on select days 

• Airport Transfers on first and last 

day of tour 

• ALL TIPPING, GRATUITIES and 

PORTERAGE INCLUDED 

So much more with Scenic Tours 

INCLUDED Scenic Enrich 

• Take a cycle rickshaw through Beijing’s atmospheric Hutongs 

(alleyways) followed by a fascinating tea ceremony 

• In Beijing, join a Master at the Temple of Heaven to discover the 

principles of Tai Chi and be guided through some gentle moves 

• Partake in a remarkable welcome ceremony as you are given the 

Key to the City at Xi’an’s Ancient City Wall 

• In Xi'an, enjoy a grand performance of traditional songs, dances 

and colourful costumes from the Tang Dynasty period 

• Unravel the mystery of the magnificent life size army of Terracotta 

Warriors from a special VIP platform with the museum curator 

• Get up close and personal to the Giant Pandas, as you hold one 

of these special animals at the world famous Breeding Centre 

• Visit a Chengdu teahouse and learn the finer details of Mahjong, 

a game the people of this city are passionate about 

• Enjoy a unique performance of Sichuan Opera in Chengdu; a 

300-year old tradition adapted from Chinese legends and stories 

• Witness a performance of Shanghai’s world renowned acrobatics 

blending amazing stunts with state-of-the-art technology 

INCLUDED Scenic Special Stays 

• Fairmont Beijing, located in the cultural heart of Beijing and is close 

to the city’s famous Silk Market 

• The Westin Xi’an is just steps away from the Big Goose Pagoda, 

one of the city’s ancient cultural relics 

• Shangri-La Guilin sets a new standard for luxury and provides 

breathtakingly spectacular views of the picturesque Li River 

• Fairmont Peace Hotel, overlooking Shanghai’s Huangpu River and 

the historic Bund, boasts more than eight decades of history 

INCLUDED Scenic FreeChoice 

• In Beijing discover the past, present and future of some of the city’s 

architecture; or explore the stunning imperial Summer Palace; or 

join a cooking class in one of Beijing’s old Hutongs 

• In Beijing, enjoy a performance of the famous Peking Opera; or the 

martial arts spectacular The Legend of Kung Fu 

• In Yangshuo watch the local fisherman who have trained 

cormorant birds to catch fish; or witness a spectacular sound and 

light show, Yangshuo Impressions 

• In Yangshuo discover the pretty countryside and meet a local 

farmer and his family; or wander through local markets and shop 

for seasonal ingredients for your cooking class; or explore Silver 

Cave and admire the glistening rock formations 

• In Shanghai stroll the old Jewish quarter and the charming treelined 

avenues of the French Concession; or get a taste of daily life 

as you visit a park, wander through a wet market and meet with a 

local family; or discover the unique features of a water town with 

old bridges and ancient temples 

INCLUDED Scenic FreeChoice Dining 

• In Guilin dine at a Chinese restaurant featuring the finest 

Cantonese, Hunan, Huaiyang and Guilin delicacies; or choose 

from a buffet showcasing five live cooking stations of the best of 

international cooking 

INCLUDED Scenic Dining 

• 36 superb meals including 17 Full Buffet Breakfasts (FB), 2 Highlight 

Lunch (HL), 7 Lunches (L), 1 Light Lunch (LL), 4 Highlight Dinners 

(HD) and 5 Dinners (D) 

• Dine on a sumptuous Peking Duck at the highly acclaimed Duck de 

Chine during your Welcome Dinner 

• Indulge in a delicious selection of Xi’an’s famous dumplings 

• Tingle your taste buds with a Sichuan Hot Pot and discover the 

traits of this unique cuisine being spicy, hot, fresh and fragrant 

• Enjoy unrivalled views of Shanghai’s skyline and the Bund during 

your delicious Farewell Dinner featuring Shanghainese cuisine 

INCLUDED Scenic Highlights 

• Explore the intriguing Forbidden City and stroll Tiananmen Square 

• Visit the impressive Great Wall at Mutianyu and marvel at the 

magnificence of this manmade structure 

• Take a sightseeing battery car along the complete circuit of Xi'an’s 

ancient walls, the best preserved in China 

• Witness dramatic landscapes and spectacular limestone karst hills as 

you cruise the picturesque Li River 

• Visit Wenshu Temple, one of Chengdu’s major temples of Zen 

Buddhism and dedicated to wisdom 

• Wander Chengdu’s ancient Jinli Street, one of the oldest in China 

• Explore the intricate World Heritage rock carvings at Dazu 

• Visit the ‘Ghost City’ of Fengdu and float along Shennong Stream 

during your luxury Yangtse River cruise 

• Enjoy a guided tour of the Three Gorges Dam Project 

• Walk along the Bund, uncover historic lanes and bustling markets in 

Old Shanghai and Yu Yuan Gardens 

• Discover ancient treasures in the fascinating Shanghai Museum 

• Travel at speeds in excess of 400 kilometres per hour on China’s 

famous Maglev (magnetic levitation) train 


GRAND CHINA AND 

LUXURY YANGTZE CRUISE 

Terracotta Warriors, Xi'an 

Day 1 Arrive Beijing Ni Hao and welcome to 

China! On arrival you will be met by your Scenic 

Tours Representative and escorted to your luxurious 

hotel in the heart of downtown Beijing (please 

arrive by 5.00pm). This evening meet your Tour 

Director and fellow travellers for your tour briefing 

followed by your special Included Welcome Dinner, 

a Peking Duck Banquet at the highly acclaimed Duck 

de Chine restaurant. Four Night Special Stay : 

Fairmont Beijing, Deluxe room Meals: HD 

Day 2 Beijing Embark on your Included tour of 

Beijing, a city rich in history and one of the world’s 

truly great cities. Home to the Imperial families 

during the Ming era, the Forbidden City, with the 

towering portrait of Chairman Mao looming above, 

will astound you with the beauty of the many 

Imperial Palaces, elegant gardens and pavilions 

within. Stroll around Tiananmen Square, one of 

the world’s largest and home to the Great Hall of 

the People and Mao Zedong Mausoleum. Scenic 

Enrich: Take a rickshaw ride through Beijing’s 

atmospheric Hutongs (alleyways) to witness 

traditional Chinese life before enjoying the finer 

art of a tea ceremony. 

Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 3 Great Wall of China Journey to 

Mutianyu, for your Included visit to one of the lesser 

visited sections of the Great Wall, where dramatic 

scenery provides a picture-perfect backdrop as it 

snakes through the countryside. Standing on the 

ancient ramparts is the only way to fully appreciate 

this magnificent structure, built more than 2,500 

years ago, and to truly experience the vastness of 

China and the essence of the Chinese spirit. This 

evening enjoy your Included Scenic FreeChoice 

activity, select from: (1) enjoy the artistry of 

performers and the colourful costumes from the 

famed Peking Opera; or (2) witness the emotion 

and action of traditional martial arts combined 

with evocative dance, and flying acrobatics at the 

spectacular Legend of Kung Fu show. Meals: FB,LL 

Day 4 Beijing Absorb the early morning 

atmosphere during your Included visit to the 

magnificent Temple of Heaven. Scenic Enrich: Join 

your Master as they explain the principles of Tai Chi 

and guide you through some basic moves. Join your 

Included Scenic FreeChoice activity, select from: 

(1) discover the past, present and future of Beijing 

as you view some of the city’s architecture; or (2) 

explore the magnificent Summer Palace with its 

beautiful lakeside grounds and temples; or (3) travel 

to a small Hutong and join a cooking class with a 

close friend of Scenic Tours. 

Meals: FB 

Day 5 Beijing – Xi’an Transfer to the airport 

for your Included flight to Xi’an, the ancient capital 

for eleven dynasties and east end of the Silk Road. 

Visit the Ancient City Walls, one of the oldest in 

China which still encompass the centre, for your 

special ceremony. Scenic Enrich: Be greeted by 

a Tang Dynasty official and soldiers as you are 

presented with a key to the city. Delve into Xi’an’s 

historical past and enjoy the panoramic view as you 

navigate the city’s walls on your Included battery 

car journey. Scenic Enrich: This evening witness a 

grand performance of traditional songs, dances and 

colourful costumes from the Tang Dynasty period 

and enjoy your dumpling dinner. This spectacular 

cultural show features more than 145 actors on 

Temple of Heaven, Beijing 


Luxury Yangtze cruise on board Victoria Anna 

18 Day Grand China and Luxury Yangtze Cruise continued 

stage and incorporates a live classical Chinese 

orchestra. Two Night Special Stay : The Westin, 

Deluxe room 

Meals: FB,HD 

Day 6 Xi’an Discovered by a local farmer only 

late in the 20th century, the remarkable and aweinspiring 

Terracotta Warriors and Horses which 

were created to protect the tomb of China’s first 

Emperor Qin Shi Huang, are over 2000 years old. 

Scenic Enrich: Experience the fascinating army of 

more than 6000 life size figures from a special 

VIP platform with the museum curator. Meals: FB,L 

Day 7 Xi’an – Guilin Travel to the airport for 

your Included flight to Guilin. Situated on the Li 

River and surrounded by spectacular karst scenery, 

Guilin is one of China’s most picturesque regions 

and its breathtaking scenery has attracted many 

famous poets and artists for thousands of years. This 

evening enjoy your Included Scenic FreeChoice 

Dining, select from: (1) a Chinese restaurant 

featuring the finest Cantonese, Hunan, Huaiyang 

Dazu Rock Carvings 

and Guilin delicacies; or (2) a buffet showcasing 

five live cooking stations of the best of international 

cooking. Overnight Special Stay : Shangri-La 

Hotel, Deluxe River View room Meals: FB,HD 

Day 8 Guilin – Yangshuo Discover why the Li 

River was recently listed by National Geographic 

as one of the world’s top ten water wonders 

during your Included leisurely cruise along the 

most picturesque section to Yangshuo. Along 

the way, soak up the beauty of the jagged green 

limestone karst scenery, small fishing villages and 

farmers tending their rice fields. This evening enjoy 

your Included Scenic FreeChoice activity, select 

from: (1) watch the local fisherman who have 

trained cormorant birds to catch fish; or (2) enjoy 

a spectacular sound and light show, Yangshuo 

Impressions choreographed by Zhang Yimao, 

who directed the magnificent opening ceremony 

of the Beijing Olympics. Overnight Stay: Green 

Lotus Hotel. 

Meals: FB,L 

Day 9 Yangshuo – Guilin – Chengdu This 

morning enjoy your Included Scenic FreeChoice 

activity, select from: (1) discover the pretty 

countryside and meet a local farmer and his family; 

or (2) wander the local markets and shop for 

seasonal ingredients for your cooking class; or 

(3) explore Silver Cave and admire the glistening 

rock formations. Travel to the airport for your 

Included flight to Chengdu, the laid back and spicy 

capital of Sichuan and home to China’s National 

symbol the Giant Panda. Two Night Stay: 

Shangri-La Hotel. 

Meals: FB 

Day 10 Chengdu – Giant Panda Research 

Centre Observe some of the many programs 

being implemented to protect the endangered 

Giant Panda and their habitat at the Research and 

Breeding Centre during your Included visit. Scenic 

Enrich: Be enchanted as you encounter one of 

these Pandas up close and personal whilst holding 

one of these special animals which are nursed from 

birth at the centre. Hot Pot is famous for the use 

of the traditional spice, Sichuan pepper and you 

will appreciate why the Chengdu variation is so 

special during your Included lunch. Explore the 

tranquil halls of the Wenshu Temple, one of the 

major temples of Zen Buddhism in China during 

your Included visit. Wander ancient Jinli Street, 

one of the oldest commercial streets in China and 

reconstructed in a traditional architectural style of 

the Qing Dynasty. Scenic Enrich: Watch a unique 

performance of the ancient Sichuan Opera, this 300 

year old tradition is adapted from Chinese legends 

and stories. 

Meals: FB, HL 

Day 11 Chengdu – Dazu Scenic Enrich: Visit 

a Chengdu teahouse and learn the finer details of 

the game of Mahjong, a game the people of this 

city are passionate about. Early afternoon transfer 

to Dazu, a small Chinese city made famous by the 

discovery of amazing rock carvings, opened only to 

foreign tourists in 1980 and now a World Heritage 

site. Overnight Stay: Ramada Plaza Chongqing 

West Hotel. 

Meals: FB,D 


GRAND CHINA AND 


Li River, Guilin 

Day 12 Dazu – Yangtze River Cruise 

Dating back to the Tang Dynasty in the 7th 

century the rock carvings combine elements from 

Confucianism, Daoism and Buddhism. As you will 

discover during your Included visit, the thousands 

of carvings decorating the limestone walls are 

a unique blend of these religions. Continue to 

Chongqing, the mountain city and gateway to the 

mighty Yangtze River and embark on your Included 

luxury Yangtze River cruise. After settling in, 

enjoy dinner before the ship sets sail downstream 

through the Three Gorges. Three Night Luxury 

Cruise: Victoria Anna, Superior Cabin with 

Executive Amenities. 

Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 13 Yangtze River Cruise Start your 

morning with an energising Tai Chi session on deck 

before an Included shore excursion to either the 

“Ghost City” of Fengdu or the new relocation village 

for families that have been relocated as a result of 

the dam project. Fengdu is an interesting place to 

learn some of the tenets of Taoism and the story 

behind the ghost city name. Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 14 Yangtze River Cruise Travel through 

the most scenic stretch of the Yangtze as it makes its 

way through a spectacular series of limestone ridges, 

known as the ‘Three Gorges’. Cruise through 

Qutang Gorge, the shortest, narrowest and most 

dramatic gorge then through Wu Gorge, known for 

its quiet beauty. Float along Shennong Stream in a 

sampan, before cruising through Xiling Gorge, the 

longest of the three gorges. Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 15 Yangtze River Cruise – Shanghai This 

morning enjoy an Included shore excursion to the 

site of the Three Gorges Dam Project. Disembark at 

Yichang and transfer to the airport for your Included 

flight to the exciting metropolis of Shanghai. Stroll 

along the magnificent historic riverfront Bund, 

with its 1930s European colonial architecture and 

incredible views across the Huangpu River to the 

Oriental Tower and skyscrapers of Pudong. Three 

Night Special Stay : Fairmont Peace Hotel, 

Fairmont room 

Meals: FB,L 

Day 16 Shanghai Take your Included ride on 

Shanghai’s famous Maglev Train and travel at speeds 

in excess of 400 kilometres an hour. Encounter 

amazing treasures and antiques on your Included 

visit to the Shanghai Museum before strolling nearby 

People’s Square. Enjoy a delicious lunch of dim 

sum before exploring the narrow historic lanes 

and bustling street markets on your Included visit 

to the exquisite Yu Yuan Gardens of old Shanghai. 

Scenic Enrich: Witness the energy and excitement 

of a performance by the world renowned Shanghai 

Acrobatic Troupe. The amazing show blends 

Chinese acrobatics with state-of-the-art multimedia 

technology and innovation and is sure to be a 

highlight of your trip to Shanghai. Meals: FB,HL 

Day 17 Shanghai Enjoy your Included Scenic 

FreeChoice activity, select from: (1) explore the old 

Departure Dates and Prices 

18 day tour • Beijing to Shanghai 

2014 Twin Share Single Supplement 

Mar 07 $8,695 $2,055 

Apr 04 $8,795 $2,260 

May 09 $8,795 $2,260 

Jun 06 $8,495 $2,055 

Jul 11 $8,495 $2,055 

Deposit: 

Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking) $1,000 

Upgrade your cabin: 

Yangtze Cruise add per person twin share: 

Executive Suite from $220. Deluxe Suite from $1,110 

Shangri-La Suite from $1,285. 

• Up to $300 with airport transfers included 

• Up to $360 with all tips and gratuities included 

Jewish Quarter and charming tree-lined avenues of 

the French Concession; or (2) wander through a 

market and meet with a local family; or (3) discover 

the unique features of a water town with old bridges 

and ancient temples. This evening join your Tour 

Director for your Included Farewell Shanghainese 

Dinner overlooking the Bund and watch the 

incredible spectacle of the lights illuminating this 

incredible metropolis. 

Meals: FB,HD 

Day 18 Depart Shanghai After breakfast enjoy 

some free time before your Included transfer to the 

airport for your onward or homebound flight (flight 

not included). 

Meals: FB 

Twin Share 

Single Supplement 

Aug 08 $8,595 $2,055 

Sep 12 $8,895 $2,260 

Oct 10 $8,895 $2,260 

Nov 07 $8,695 $2,055 

2015 Departure Dates 

Mar 06, Apr 03, May 08, Jun 05, July 10, Aug 07, Sept 11, Oct 09, Nov 06. 

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Please enquire for full details. 

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• Up to $400 with Scenic FreeChoice inclusions 

• Enquire for Savings on groups of 10 or more 

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fare surcharges and taxes. Tour and cruise price based on Superior cabins with Executive Amenities on the Yangtze River Cruise. Scenic FreeChoice in Beijing on Day 3 and 

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Hong Kong Stopover 

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• Witness the energy and excitement of a performance of Shanghai’s 

world renowned acrobatics blending amazing stunts with state-ofthe-art 

technology 

• Watch the amazing Impression of West Lake, a spectacle of light, 

music, dance and theatrics based on a Hangzhou legend 

• Witness the magnificent Impression Lijiang outdoor cultural show 

staged on Jade Dragon Mountain 

• Enjoy a performance of traditional Naxi music in Lijiang, featuring 

70-90 year old men performing on local instruments 

• In Xi'an, enjoy a grand performance of traditional songs, dances 

and colourful costumes from the Tang Dynasty period 

• Unravel the mystery of the magnificent life size army of Terracotta 

Warriors from a special VIP platform with the museum curator 

• Take a cycle rickshaw through Beijing’s atmospheric Hutongs 

to witness traditional Chinese life followed by a fascinating tea 

ceremony 


• Fairmont Peace Hotel, overlooking Shanghai’s Huangpu River and 

the historic Bund, boasts more than eight decades of history 

• Hyatt Regency in Hangzhou offers impressive views over the 

legendary West Lake 

• Crowne Plaza in Lijiang provides stunning views of Jade Dragon 

Snow Mountain 

• The Westin Xi’an is just steps away from the Big Goose Pagoda, 

one of the city’s ancient cultural relics 

• Fairmont Beijing, located in the cultural heart of Beijing and close to 

the city’s famous Silk Market 


• In Shanghai explore the old Jewish quarter and the charming treelined 

avenues of the French Concession; or get a taste of daily life 

as you visit a park, wander through a wet market and meet with a 

local family 

• In Beijing, enjoy a performance of the famous Peking Opera; 

or the martial arts spectacular The Legend of Kung Fu 


• In Hangzhou enjoy a Chinese restaurant serving traditional dishes 

from Hangzhou, as well as specialities from surrounding cities; or a 

buffet restaurant revolving around an interactive show kitchen that 

allows guests to watch skilled chefs in action. 

• In Lijiang dine at a Chinese restaurant showcasing authentic 

Cantonese cuisine with signature Yunnan and Sichuan specialties; 

or tickle your taste buds with selections of popular Thai and other 

Southeast Asian inspired dishes. 


• 33 superb meals including 16 Full Buffet Breakfasts (FB), 

1 Highlight lunch (HL), 6 Lunches (L), 1 Light Lunch (LL), 

4 Highlight Dinners (HD) and 5 Dinners (D) 

• Enjoy unrivalled views of Shanghai’s skyline and the Bund during 

your delicious Welcome Dinner featuring Shanghainese cuisine 

• Indulge in a delicious selection of Xi'an's famous dumplings 

• Dine on a sumptuous Peking Duck at the highly acclaimed 

Duck de Chine during your Farewell Dinner 


• Walk along the Bund, uncover historic lanes and bustling markets in 

Old Shanghai and Yu Yuan Gardens 

• Discover ancient treasures amongst the more than 120,000 items 

in the fascinating Shanghai Museum 

• Ride China’s high speed rail network through the countryside and 

travel over 300 kilometres per hour 

• Explore the beauty of Hangzhou and the West Lake during an 

included sightseeing tour and cruise 

• See first-hand the process of farming and picking tea during your 

visit to Hangzhou’s famous Longjing Tea Plantation 



during your luxury Yangtze River cruise 

• Wander the cobbled streets of Lijiang and see the Naxi women in 

traditional dress during your orientation walk 

• Uncover the well preserved frescoes in the village of Baisha and 

take in the spectacular views of Jade Dragon Mountain 

• Take a sightseeing battery car along the complete circuit of Xi'an’s 

ancient walls, the best preserved in China 

• Explore the intriguing Forbidden City and stroll Tiananmen Square, 

the world’s largest public square 

• Visit the impressive Great Wall at Mutianyu and marvel at the 

magnificence of this man-made structure 


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Day 1 Arrive Shanghai Ni Hao and welcome 

to China! On arrival you will be welcomed by your 

Scenic Tours Representative and escorted to your 

luxurious hotel located on the famous Bund. (Please 

arrive by 5.00pm). Stroll along the lively waterfront, 

admire the 1930s European colonial architecture 

or simply relax and settle in. This evening, meet 

your Tour Director and fellow travellers for your 

tour briefing followed by your Included Welcome 

Shanghainese Dinner, overlooking the Bund; 

and watch the incredible spectacle of the lights 

illuminating this incredible metropolis. Two Night 

Special Stay : Fairmont Peace Hotel, Fairmont 

room 

Meals: HD 

Day 2 Shanghai This morning take a walk along 

the Bund, then meander through the narrow lanes 

and bustling street markets on your Included visit 

to the exquisite Yu Yuan Gardens of old Shanghai. 

Enjoy a delicious lunch of dim sum, a Shanghai 

speciality. Encounter amazing treasures, including 

bronzes, ceramic and calligraphy on your Included 

visit to the Shanghai Museum, one of the largest 

museums in China with a collection of more than 

120,000 pieces. Wander People’s Square, the large 

public square adjacent to the museum, which was 

part of the horse racing course of Shanghai. Scenic 

Enrich: Witness the energy and excitement of a 

performance by the world renowned Shanghai 

Acrobatic Troupe. The amazing show blends 

Chinese acrobatics with state-of-the-art multimedia 

technology and innovation and is sure to be a 

highlight of your trip to Shanghai. Meals: FB,HL 

Day 3 Shanghai – Hangzhou Enjoy your 

Included Scenic FreeChoice activities select from: 

(1) explore the old Jewish Quarter and charming 

tree-lined avenues of the French Concession; or 

(2) wander through a market and meet with a local 

family. Take your Included bullet train to Hangzhou 

once described by Marco Polo as the most splendid 

city in the world. Together with its stunningly 

beautiful West Lake, this UNESCO World Heritage 

site, has inspired famous poets, scholars and 

artists since the 9th century. This evening enjoy 

your Included Scenic FreeChoice Dining, select 

from: (1) a Chinese restaurant serving traditional 

dishes from Hangzhou, as well as specialties 

from surrounding cities; or (2) a buffet restaurant 

revolving around an interactive show kitchen that 

allows guests to watch skilled chefs in action. Two 

Night Special Stay : Hyatt Regency Hangzhou, 

Lake View room 

Meals: FB,HD 

Day 4 Hangzhou This morning take an Included 

cruise on the magnificent West Lake before exploring 

the Old Town. Visit the Museum of Chinese 

Medicine and uncover magnificent examples of 

courtyard architecture at the residence of Hu Xueyan 

during your Included sightseeing tour. Discover the 

largest and most famous temple in southern China, 

the Lingyin Temple or Temple of Soul’s Retreat on 

your Included visit. Hangzhou is considered the 

tea capital of China, and you will see first-hand the 

process of farming tea trees and picking tea leaves 

during your Included visit to Longjing Tea Plantation. 

Scenic Enrich: This evening watch the amazing 

Impression of West Lake, a spectacle of light, music, 

dance and theatrics based on a Hangzhou legend 

staged entirely upon the lake. Meals: FB,L 

Lijiang with Jade Dragon Snow Mountain 

Day 5 Hangzhou – Yangtze River Cruise 

Transfer to the airport for your Included flight to 

Wuhan and then board the high-speed train to 

Yichang. Opened in 2012, the bullet train, passing 

through dramatic scenery, has cut the travelling 

time to only 90 minutes. On arrival transfer to 

the port where you will embark on your luxury 

Yangtze River cruise. Four Night Luxury Cruise: 

Victoria Anna, Superior Cabin with Executive 

Amenities. 

Meals: FB,D 

Day 6 Yangtze River Cruise This morning take 

your Included guided tour of the Three Gorges 

Dam, the largest in the world. Later cruise slowly 

through the fascinating ship locks and continue 

through Xiling Gorge, the longest and deepest of 

the Three Gorges. 

Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 7 Yangtze River Cruise Take an excursion 

through the Small Gorges, which are narrower than 

the Three Gorges but still impressive. Then cruise 

Children in traditional dress in Lijiang 


Peking Opera, Beijing 

17 Day China Jewels and Luxury Yangtze Cruise continued 

Forbidden City, Beijing 

through the most scenic stretch of the Yangtze 

as it makes its way through the spectacular Wu 

Gorge known for its quiet beauty, forest covered 

mountains and cliffs so sheer that the sun barely 

penetrates the precipices. Then sail through Qutang 

Gorge, the shortest, narrowest and most dramatic 

of the gorges. 

Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 8 Yangtze River Cruise Disembark for 

your Included shore excursion to Fengdu, known 

as the ‘Ghost City’ due to the plethora of statues 

of ghosts and devils, demon-decorated temples 

and buildings. Alternatively visit the new relocation 

village, built for the families who have moved as a 

result of the Yangtze’s rising waters. Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 9 Yangtze River Cruise – Lijiang 

Disembark in Chongqing and transfer to the airport 

for your Included flight to Lijiang, a UNESCO World 

heritage listed town. Complete with elaborate 

wooden houses lining the cobbled streets, and 

bridges arcing over glimmering waterways, Lijiang is 

a charming town. This evening enjoy your Included 

Scenic FreeChoice Dining, select from: (1) a 

Chinese restaurant showcasing authentic Cantonese 

cuisine with signature Yunnan and Sichuan specialties; 

or (2) tickle your taste buds with selections of popular 

Thai and other Southeast Asian inspired dishes. 

Three Night Special Stay : Crowne Plaza 

Lijiang, Superior room. 

Meals: FB,D 

Day 10 Lijiang Take in the spectacular Jade Dragon 

Mountain views with your Included chairlift to the 

meadows and forests of the mountain. Scenic 

Enrich: Enjoy the magnificent Impression Lijiang 

outdoor cultural show. Uncover the secrets of the 

well preserved frescoes in the small village of Baisha. 

Return to Lijiang and wander the cobbled streets on 

your Included orientation walk. The old city is crisscrossed 

with canals and the market is crowded with 

Naxi women in traditional dress. Meals: FB 

Day 11 Lijiang Today is your free day to discover 

the beauty and charm of this ancient town with 

its spectacular mountain scenery. Or perhaps 

you would prefer to indulge in a traditional spa 


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Shanghai skyline view from the Bund 

treatment. The more energetic might like to hike 

the nearby Tiger Leaping Gorge and uncover 

the secret of the ancient story that surrounds its 

name. Scenic Enrich: Enjoy a performance of 

traditional Naxi music featuring 70-90 year old 

men performing traditional Chinese music on local 

instruments. 

Meals: FB 

Day 12 Lijiang – Xi'an Take your Included 

flight to Xi’an where you will be transferred to 

your hotel. Scenic Enrich: This evening witness a 






orchestra. Two Night Special Stay : The 

Westin, Deluxe room 

Meals: FB,HD 

Day 13 Xi’an This morning you will travel to 

the remarkable and awe-inspiring Terracotta 

Army. More than 2,000 years old, these terracotta 

warriors and horses were created to protect the 

tomb of China’s first Emperor Qin Shi Huang 

and were only discovered by a local farmer late 

in the 20th century. Scenic Enrich: Experience 

the fascinating army of more than 6000 life size 

figures from your special VIP platform with the 

museum curator. Delve into Xi'an’s historical 

past and enjoy the panoramic views as you 

navigate the city’s walls, originally built in the 

14th century, on your Included sightseeing battery 

car journey. Later, discover the famous Big Wild 

Goose Pagoda. 

Meals: FB,L 

Day 14 Xi’an – Beijing This morning take 

your Included flight to Beijing and transfer to your 

luxurious hotel in the heart of downtown Beijing. 

Admire the hotel’s unique architecture accented by 

contemporary Chinese artwork or take a stroll and 

explore the surrounding area including the famous 

Silk Market. This evening enjoy your Included 

Scenic FreeChoice activity, select from: (1) enjoy 

a performance of the famed Peking Opera; or (2) 

witness the spectacular Legend of Kung Fu show. 

Three Night Special Stay : Fairmont Beijing, 

Deluxe room 

Meals: FB 

Day 15 Beijing Embark on your Included tour 

of Beijing, a city rich in history with its myriad of 

ancient monuments, and one of the world’s truly 

great cities. Home to the Imperial families during 

the Ming era, the Forbidden City, with the towering 

portrait of Chairman Mao looming above, will 

astound you with the beauty of the many Imperial 

Palaces, elegant gardens and pavilions within. Stroll 

around the impressive Tiananmen Square, one 

of the world’s largest public squares and home to 

the Great Hall of the People and the Mao Zedong 

Mausoleum. Scenic Enrich: Take a rickshaw 

ride through Beijing’s atmospheric old Hutongs, 

(narrow winding back streets) to witness 


17 day tour • Shanghai to Beijing 


Mar 24 $8,195 $2,225 

May 19 $8,195 $2,225 

Jul 21 $7,995 $2,155 

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traditional Chinese life before enjoying the finer 

art of a tea ceremony. 

Meals: FB,L 

Day 16 Great Wall of China Leaving Beijing 

early, travel to Mutianyu for your Included visit to 

one of the lesser visited sections of the Great Wall. 

The dramatic scenery provides a picture perfect 

backdrop as you explore this grand structure built 

hundreds of years ago. This evening join your 

Tour Director for your Included Farewell Dinner, a 

sumptuous Peking Duck Banquet. Meals: FB,LL,HD 

Day 17 Depart Beijing After breakfast take your 

Included transfer to the airport for your onward or 

homebound flight (flight not included). Meals: FB 


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Twin Share Single Supplement 

Aug 25 $7,995 $2,155 

Sep 15 $8,295 $2,225 

Oct 20 $8,295 $2,225 



All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. Single Supplement is additional to the twin share price. Tour price shown includes all sightseeing, entrance 

fees, Scenic FreeChoice inclusions, meals as specified, accommodation, internal flights and coach transport as detailed in the itinerary. Flights may change 

and are subject to additional fare surcharges and taxes. Tour and cruise price based on Superior cabins with Executive Amenities on the Yangtze River 

Cruise. Scenic FreeChoice in Shanghai on Day 3 must be booked prior to final payment. Tour itinerary and prices valid for departures from 01 Mar 2014 

to 30 Nov 2014. Tour Maps: Any maps or other route depictions are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon. Please refer to 

terms and conditions clause 4.2. For full terms and conditions, please see pages 42 & 43. 




EXCLUSIVE TO 

SCENIC TOURS 

13 Day China 

Express and Luxury 


3 


Mutianyu 

3 

Beijing 


Xi’an 

S M A L L 

ro 

G R O U P 

24 

GUESTS 


1 Nights 

Land Content 

River Cruise 




Yangtze River 

Cruise 

3 

Yichang 

Chongqing 

3 

Shanghai 








• Scenic FreeChoice activities 

included 







and dinners 







local guides 







day of tour 





• Take a cycle rickshaw through Beijing’s atmospheric Hutongs (alleyways) to 

witness traditional Chinese life followed by a fascinating tea ceremony 

• In Xi'an, enjoy a grand performance of traditional songs, dances and colourful 

costumes from the Tang Dynasty period 

• Unravel the mystery of the magnificent life size army of Terracotta Warriors 

from a special VIP platform with the museum curator 

• Witness the energy and excitement of a performance of Shanghai’s world 

renowned acrobatics blending amazing stunts with state-of-the-art technology 


• Fairmont Beijing, located in the cultural heart of Beijing and close to the city’s 

famous Silk Market 

• The Westin Xi’an is just steps away from the Big Goose Pagoda, one of the 

city’s ancient cultural relics 

• Fairmont Peace Hotel, overlooking Shanghai’s Huangpu River and the historic 

Bund, boasts more than eight decades of history 


• Scenic FreeChoice activities in Beijing and Shanghai 


• 27 superb meals including 12 Full Buffet Breakfasts (FB), 1 Highlight Lunch (HL), 

6 Lunches (L), 1 Light Lunch (LL), 3 Highlight Dinners (HD) and 4 Dinners (D) 

• Dine on sumptuous Peking Duck during your Welcome Dinner 

• Indulge in a delicious selection of Xi’an’s famous dumplings 

• Enjoy unrivalled views of Shanghai’s skyline during your delicious Farewell Dinner 


• Explore the intriguing Forbidden City and stroll across Tiananmen Square 

• Visit the impressive Great Wall at Mutianyu and marvel at the magnificence of 

this manmade structure 

• Take a sightseeing battery car along the complete circuit of Xi'an’s ancient walls, 

the best preserved in China 

• Explore Big Goose Pagoda and the history of this ancient Buddhist Temple 

• Visit Hu Xi'an County, famous for Peasant Painting 



• Walk along the Bund, uncover historic lanes and bustling markets in Old 

Shanghai and Yu Yuan Gardens 

• Discover ancient treasures in the fascinating Shanghai Museum 

• Travel at speeds in excess of 400 kilometres per hour on China’s famous 

Maglev (magnetic levitation) train 

Day 1 Arrive Beijing Ni Hao and welcome to 

China! On arrival you will be met by your Scenic 

Tours Representative and escorted to your luxurious 

hotel in the heart of downtown Beijing (please arrive 

by 5.00pm). This evening meet your Tour Director 

and fellow travellers for your tour briefing followed 

by your special Included Welcome Dinner, a Peking 

Duck Banquet at the highly acclaimed Duck de Chine 

restaurant. Three Night Special Stay : Fairmont 

Beijing, Deluxe room 

Meals: HD 

Day 2 Beijing Embark on your Included tour of 

Beijing, one of the world’s truly great cities. Home 

to the Imperial families during the Ming era, the 

Forbidden City, with the towering portrait of Chairman 

Mao looming above, will astound you with the beauty 

of the many Imperial Palaces, elegant gardens and 

pavilions. Stroll around Tiananmen Square, one of the 

world’s largest squares and surrounded by museums 

and monuments including the Great Hall of the People 

and Mao Zedong Mausoleum. Scenic Enrich: Take a 

rickshaw ride through Beijing’s atmospheric Hutongs 

(alleyways) to witness a traditional Chinese lifestyle 

disappearing fast before enjoying the finer art of a 

tea ceremony. 

Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 3 Great Wall of China Journey to Mutianyu, 

for your Included visit to one of the lesser explored 

sections of the Great Wall, where dramatic scenery 

provides a picture-perfect backdrop as it snakes 

through the countryside. Standing on the ancient 

ramparts is the only way to fully appreciate this 

magnificent manmade structure, built more than 

2,500 years ago, and to truly experience the 

vastness of China and the essence of the Chinese 

spirit. This evening enjoy your Included Scenic 

FreeChoice activity, select from: (1) enjoy the artistry 

of performers and the colourful costumes from the 

famed Peking Opera; or (2) witness the emotion 

and action of traditional martial arts combined 

with evocative dance, and flying acrobatics at the 

spectacular Legend of Kung Fu show. Meals: FB,LL 

Day 4 Beijing – Xi’an Transfer to the airport 

for your Included flight to Xi’an, the ancient 

capital for eleven dynasties and east end of the 

Silk Road. Scenic Enrich: This evening witness a 




CHINA EXPRESS AND 






orchestra. Three Night Special Stay : The 

Westin, Deluxe room 

Meals: FB,HD 

Day 5 Xi’an Discovered by a local farmer only late 

in the 20th century, the remarkable and awe-inspiring 

Terracotta Warriors and Horses which were created 

to protect the tomb of China’s first Emperor Qin 

Shi Huang, are over 2000 years old. Scenic Enrich: 

Experience the fascinating army of more than 6000 

life size figures from a special VIP platform with the 

museum curator. This afternoon explore the Big 

Goose Pagoda during your Included visit. Meals: FB,L 

Day 6 Xi’an Scenic Enrich: Travel to nearby 

Hu Xi'an County, famous for Peasant Painting. 

Developed during the 1950s, this naive style of 

painting features strong colours and depicts everyday 

life and the beautiful landscape surrounding Hu 

Xi'an County. Enjoy your Included lunch at a local 

painter's home before returning to Xi’an. Delve into 

its historical past and enjoy the panoramic views as 

you navigate the Ancient City Walls, one of the oldest 

in China originally built in the 14th century, on your 

Included sightseeing battery car journey. Meals: FB,L 

Day 7 Xi’an – Chongqing Travel to the airport 

for your Included flight to Chongqing, the mountain 

city and gateway to the Yangtze River and embark 

on your Included luxury Yangtze River Cruise. After 

settling in, enjoy dinner before the ship sets sail 

downstream through the Three Gorges. Three 

Night Luxury Cruise: Victoria Anna, Superior 

Cabin with Executive Amenities. Meals: FB,D 

Day 8 Yangtze River Cruise Start your day with 

an energising Tai Chi session on deck before an Included 

shore excursion to either the “Ghost City” of Fengdu or 

the new relocation village for families relocated as a result 

of the dam project. Fengdu is an interesting place to learn 

some of the tenets of Taoism and the story behind the 

ghost city name. 

Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 9 Yangtze River Cruise Travel through 

the most scenic stretch of the Yangtze as it makes 

its way through a spectacular series of limestone 

ridges, known as the ‘Three Gorges’. Cruise through 

Qutang Gorge, the shortest, narrowest and most 

dramatic gorge then through Wu Gorge, known for 

its quiet beauty. Float along Shennong Stream in a 

sampan, before cruising through Xiling Gorge, the 

longest of the three gorges. Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 10 Yangtze River Cruise – Shanghai This 

morning enjoy an Included shore excursion to the 

site of the Three Gorges Dam Project. Disembark at 

Yichang and transfer to the airport for your Included 

flight to the exciting metropolis of Shanghai. Stroll 

along the magnificent historic riverfront Bund, with 

its colonial architecture and incredible views across 

the Huangpu River to the Oriental Tower and 

skyscrapers of Pudong. Three Night Special Stay : 

Fairmont Peace Hotel, Fairmont room. Meals: FB,L 

Day 11 Shanghai Take your Included ride on 

Shanghai’s famous Maglev Train and travel at speeds 

in excess of 400 kilometres an hour. Encounter 

amazing treasures and antiques on your Included 

visit to the Shanghai Museum before strolling nearby 

People’s Square. Enjoy a lunch of dim sum before 

exploring the narrow historic lanes and bustling 

street markets on your Included visit to the exquisite 

Yu Yuan Gardens of old Shanghai. Scenic Enrich: 

Witness the energy and excitement of a performance 


13 day tour • Beijing to Shanghai 


Apr 16 $6,195 $1,630 

May 28 $5,995 $1,490 

Jun 25 $5,795 $1,490 

Deposit: 








by the world renowned Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe. 

The amazing show blends Chinese acrobatics 

with state-of-the-art multimedia technology and 

innovation and is sure to be a highlight of your trip 

to Shanghai. 

Meals: FB,HL 

Day 12 Shanghai Enjoy your Included Scenic 

FreeChoice activity, select from: (1) explore the old 

Jewish Quarter and charming tree-lined avenues of 

the French Concession; or (2) wander through a 

market and meet with a local family; or (3) discover 

the unique features of a water town with old bridges 

and ancient temples. This evening join your Tour 

Director for your Included Farewell Shanghainese 

Dinner overlooking the Bund; and watch the 

incredible spectacle of the lights illuminating this 

incredible metropolis. 

Meals: FB,HD 

Day 13 Depart Shanghai After breakfast enjoy 

some free time before your Included transfer to the 



Meals: FB 


Apr 15, May 27, June 24, July 29, Aug 26, Oct 07. 







TOUR CODE 

CHEY 


Jul 30 $5,795 $1,490 

Aug 27 $6,095 $1,630 

Oct 08 $6,195 $1,630 



All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. Single Supplement is additional to the twin share price. Tour price shown includes all sightseeing, entrance fees, Scenic 

FreeChoice inclusions, meals as specified, accommodation, internal flights and coach transport as detailed in the itinerary. Flights may change and are subject to additional 

fare surcharges and taxes. Tour and cruise price based on Superior cabins with Executive Amenities on the Yangtze River Cruise. Scenic FreeChoice in Beijing on Day 3 

must be booked prior to final payment. Tour itinerary and prices valid for departures from 01 Apr 2014 to 31 Oct 2014. Tour Maps: Any maps or other route depictions 

are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon. Please refer to terms and conditions clause 4.2. For full terms and conditions, please see pages 42 & 43. 




EXCLUSIVE TO 

SCENIC TOURS 

13 Day Cultural 

Treasures of Japan 

1 

Nights 

Land Content 

Rail Content 

Hiroshima 



1 

Miyajima Island 

Shinkansen 

Bullet Train 

Shinkansen 

Bullet Train 

3 

Nara 

Takayama 

JAPAN 

Kyoto 

2 

Nagoya 

Mt Fuji 

Region 

12 nights round trip from Tokyo 

2 

Shinkansen 

Bullet Train 

Nikko 

National Park 

3 1 

Tokyo 

S M A L L 

ro 

G R O U P 

24 

GUESTS 






• Well paced with many 2 and 3 

night stays 



• Exclusive Scenic Enrich 

experiences 




• Unique cultural experiences 

• Free internet access at select 

hotels 




local guides 





• Audio headsets throughout 

• Airport arrival and departure 

transfers on first and last day 

or tour 





• Enjoy a uniquely Japanese experience, a special tea ceremony 

inside Tokyo’s Hama-Rikyu landscaped gardens 

• Experience making a Sarubobo, the special mascot of Takayama, 

said to prevent sickness and accidents 

• Join a local expert for a walking tour into Kyoto’s main Geisha 

area and discover more about this ancient culture 

• Sit back and relax as you travel on board Japan’s bullet train, 

the Shinkansen, travelling at speeds in excess of 300kms/hour 


• Conrad Tokyo is a luxury contemporary hotel set in the heart of 

the city and enjoys panoramic skyline views 

• Hyatt Regency Kyoto featuring a contemporary design, is located 

in a traditional and historic neighbourhood 


• In Tokyo, enter the Ryogoku, the home of Sumo and learn about 

Japan’s national sport; or venture into the world’s biggest fish 

market at Tsukiji and taste sushi at its freshest; or enjoy a guided 

walk through Yanaka, a maze of traditional streets with original 

shops and restaurants 


• Indulge in Japanese foods like tempura, sashimi, sushi and sake as 

you cruise Tokyo Bay on board a Yakatabune, an old fashioned 

houseboat; or dine on exquisite Japanese cuisine and enjoy views 

over Tokyo from the 42nd floor of the Shiodome City Center. 

• In Mt Fuji enjoy French cuisine at Bellevue restaurant; or delight 

in the delicate, elegant formal Kaiseki cuisine unique to Japan 

• In Takayama dine at a French restaurant; or a Japanese restaurant; 

or a Chinese Restaurant all using fresh seasonal ingredients from 

the Hida mountains 


• 26 meals including 12 Full Buffet Breakfasts (FB), 2 Highlight 

Lunch (HL), 6 Lunches (L), 2 Highlight Dinners (HD) and 

4 Dinners (D) 

• Enjoy a special lunch of Hida Beef, the name given only to 

exceptionally excellent Japanese black beef from Gifu Prefecture 

• Dine like the Japanese on a traditional bento box as you speed 

through the countryside on the bullet train 

• Reflect on the cultural treasures of Japan during your exquisite 

Japanese Farewell Dinner with spectacular skyline views of Tokyo 


• In Tokyo explore beautiful gardens, ancient temples and cruise 

the Sumida River 

• Admire the view from atop the world’s tallest tower, the 

Tokyo Skytree 

• Experience Sensoji, the oldest Buddhist temple in the city and 

wander through Tokyo’s famous Meiji Shrine 

• Encounter the fashion conscious people at Tokyo’s “Champs- 

Elysees” and Harajuku area 

• Visit Nikko, a World Heritage site and discover shrines and 

temples 

• Glimpse views of Mt Fuji as you travel up the cable car and 

cruise Lake Ashi 

• Visit the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum to see the wonderful 

kimonos dyed using a more than 300 year old technique 

• Explore a fascinating Wasabi farm and sample some of the variety 

of products including wasabi sausages, beer, juice and chocolate 

• Explore the historic area of Takayama’s old town with its old 

wooden buildings 

• In Shirakawago, a World Heritage site, discover the traditional 

thatched farmhouses 

• Remember and reflect on Hiroshima’s history with a visit to the 

Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum 

• On Miyajima Island be spellbound by the beautiful “Floating” 

Torii Gate of the Itsukushima Shrine 

• Experience Kyoto’s many temples, shrines and gardens 

• Travel to Nara and visit Todaiji Temple, the largest wooden 

structure in the world 

• Visit a sake brewery and sample the famous drop during a tasting 

• Admire the 10,000 red torii gates featured in the movie Memoirs 

of a Geisha, which form a path behind the Inari Shrine 

• Wander through the lively Nishiki Markets, known as 

‘Kyoto’s Kitchen’ 


CULTURAL TREASURES 

OF JAPAN 

Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto 

Day 1 Arrive Tokyo Konnichiwa and welcome 

to Japan! On arrival you will be met by your Scenic 

Tours Representative and transferred to your luxury 

hotel. Overlooking Tokyo’s Shiodome area and the 

Tokyo Bay skyline, your hotel is only five minutes 

from the Ginza Shopping Street. This evening 

meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers, for 

a welcome briefing and your Included Welcome 

Drink. Three Night Special Stay : Conrad 

Tokyo, City View Room. 

Day 2 Tokyo Enjoy your Included sightseeing 

tour of this bustling city. Start with a walk through 

the private gardens of Hama-Rikyu landscaped 

gardens which are where the shogun would 

hunt and relax. Scenic Enrich: Enjoy a moment 

of calm and tranquillity and a uniquely Japanese 

experience, a special tea ceremony in the gardens. 

Cruise on the Sumida River for a different view and 

perspective of Tokyo before visiting Asakusa district, 

an atmospheric part of the city for a glimpse into 

Tokyo’s past. Admire the spectacular views from 

atop the world’s tallest tower, the Tokyo Skytree. 

Experience Sensoji, the oldest Buddhist temple in 

the city and wander through Tokyo’s famous Meiji 

Shrine, dedicated to the late Emperor, and set 

in a beautiful forest of more than 120,000 trees. 

Leaving this tranquil setting behind, navigate your 

way through Harajuku district, a fashion mecca 

for youth and Tokyo’s “Champs-Elysees” with its 

flagship fashion stores designed by internationally 

renowned architects. This evening enjoy your 

Included Scenic FreeChoice Dining, select from: 

(1) a very special authentic Japanese experience 

as you set sail on a Yakatabune, an old-fashioned 

houseboat, and enjoy the Tokyo skyline whilst 

dining on delicious Japanese cuisine; or (2) dine 

on exquisite Japanese cuisine and enjoy views 

over Tokyo from the 42nd floor of the Shiodome 

City Center. 

Meals: FB,L,HD 

Day 3 Tokyo – Nikko National Park – 

Tokyo Discover why Japanese want to visit this 

beautiful site at least once in their lifetime during 

your Included full day tour to Nikko. See its fine 

collection of World Heritage-listed gilded shrines 

and temples. In the mountains above the park, 

spend time beholding the natural beauty of Kirifuri 

no Taki Waterfall. Visit Tamazawa Imperial Villa, 

a beautiful traditional Japanese house which was 

used as a summer villa by the Imperial Family 

of Japan. 

Meals: FB,L 

Day 4 Tokyo – Mt Fuji region Enjoy your 

Included Scenic FreeChoice activity select from: 

(1) learn about sumo wrestling with a visit to a 

Ryogoku or; (2) venture into the world’s biggest 

fish market at Tsukiji and experience sushi at 

its freshest; or (3) enjoy a guided walk through 

Yanaka, a maze of streets with traditional shops 

and restaurants. This afternoon leave Tokyo and 

head south along the coast to Kamakura to see 

the 750-year-old Great Buddha before continuing 

on to the Mount Fuji area. Tonight enjoy your 

Included Scenic FreeChoice Dining, select from: 

(1) French cuisine at Bellevue restaurant; or (2) 

delight in the delicate, elegant formal Kaiseki cuisine 

unique to Japan. Two Night Stay: Fuji View 

Hotel. 

Meals: FB,D 

Day 5 Mt Fuji region Travel up through 

the mountains glimpsing amazing views of the 

surrounding valleys. Embark on your Included 

cable car ride for a birds-eye view of the lakes 

and peaks and your Included cruise on Lake Ashi. 

Perhaps you will even try the famous black eggs 

cooked in the volcanic waters, said to lengthen 

your life by 10 years! Throughout the day you 

will have the opportunity to glimpse majestic Mt 

Fuji but remember she is notoriously shy! This 

afternoon continue to the intriguing Itchiku Kubota 

Art Museum, standing in the wooded hills alongside 

Lake Kawaguchi, to see the wonderful kimonos dyed 

using an ancient technique more than 300 years old 

Floating Torii Gate, Miyajima Island 


Mount Fuji 

13 Day Cultural Treasures of Japan continued 

Farmhouses Shirakawago 

during your Included visit. The museum’s buildings 

made of Okinawan coral and limestone and 

gardens are also fascinating. Meals: FB,L 

Day 6 Mt Fuji region – Takayama Continue 

through the beautiful Japanese Alps, take in the 

fresh mountain air and absorb the incredible 

landscapes of this alpine region on your way to 

the quiet and preserved hill town of Takayama, 

where old traditions are untouched by the passage 

of time. On the way stop at a wasabi farm and 

sample some of the product varieties including 

wasabi sausages, beer, juice and chocolate. In 

Takayama, discover this beautifully preserved old 

hill town, previously isolated and inaccessible, 

which has developed its own unique culture 

including the mascot of the region, the Sarubobo. 

Scenic Enrich: Experience making one of these 

special mascots said to prevent sickness and 

accidents. Tonight enjoy your Included Scenic 

FreeChoice Dining, select from: (1) dine at a 

French restaurant; or (2) a Japanese restaurant; or 

(3) a Chinese Restaurant all using fresh seasonal 

ingredients from the Hida mountains. Two Night 

Stay: Hida Hotel Plaza. Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 7 Takayama Wander through the old 

town filled with old wooden buildings and visit 

the local market to taste some of the region’s 

delicious produce on your Included walking 

tour. Enjoy a special Included lunch of Hida 

Beef, the name given only to exceptionally 

excellent Japanese black beef produced in 

Gifu Prefecture. Continue on for your Included 

journey to the World Heritage site Shirakawago, 

famous for its traditional farmhouses. Built to 

resemble the hands of Buddhist monks pressed 

together in prayer, some are more than 250 

years old. 

Meals: FB,HL 

Day 8 Takayama – Hiroshima Board your 

Included rail journey, one of the most scenic in 

Japan, winding your way through tall mountains 

and stunning gorges to Nagoya. Scenic Enrich: 

Dine like a local on your bento box as you 


CULTURAL TREASURES 

OF JAPAN 

Temple lanterns at Sensoji Temple, Tokyo 

travel on the world famous Shinkansen bullet 

train and experience the impressive efficiency 

and engineering feat of the Japan’s railways as you 

speed your way to Hiroshima. Perhaps more than 

any other city in the world, Hiroshima is famous for 

one moment in history and you will have time to 

reflect and remember this on your Included visit 

to the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum. 

This evening enjoy your Included Okonomiyaki 

dinner, a famous Hiroshima variant of a Japanese 

style pancake. Overnight Stay: Sheraton 

Hiroshima. 

Meals: FB,HL,D 

Day 9 Hiroshima – Miyajima – Kyoto Begin 

the day with your Included visit to Miyajima Island. 

Explore the island’s many shrines and temples and 

encounter the most photographed site in Japan 

– the 6th century Floating Torii Gate, as it rises 

majestically out of the sea during high tide. Travel at 

speeds of 300km/hour on your Included Shinkansen 

bullet train journey to Kyoto, the heart of Japan’s 

cultural capital. Three Night Special Stay : 

Hyatt Regency, Standard Room. Meals: FB,L,D 

Day 10 Kyoto Enjoy your Included full day 

tour of Kyoto, Japan’s ancient and cultural capital, 

home to an astonishing 2000 shrines and temples, 

including several World Heritage-listed sites. 

Explore the back streets of this former capital; 

visit the shimmering reflection of Kinkakuji Temple, 

known as the Golden Pavilion, in the small lake 

and the classical Zen Garden of Ryoanji Temple 

a simple and yet elaborate Japanese rock garden 

built in the 15th century, and Nijo Castle, which 

symbolised the power, prestige and riches of 

the Edo based Shogunate. Head to the beautiful 

Kiyomizu-Dera (Pure Water) Temple for your 

Included visit. Looking out over a lush canopy 

of red, yellow and green foliage below, you will 

appreciate the extensive views of the city below 

and the brilliant hues of its many shrines and 

pagodas. Scenic Enrich: Stroll through the streets 

of Gion, one of the main Geisha enclaves with your 

local expert and learn more about the interesting 

world of the Geisha. If you are lucky you will have 

the chance to see a Geisha or Maiko (apprentice 

Geisha) as they head to their first appointment of 

the evening. 

Meals: FB,L 

Day 11 Kyoto – Nara – Kyoto Travel to 

Nara, home to Japan’s original emperors and 

its capital for 74 years in the 8th century, where 

your Included tour will visit the Todaiji Temple, 

the world’s largest wooden building with fine 

sculptures and huge bronze Buddha. Covering 

a finely wooded area, the Nara Park is popularly 

known as Deer Park for its herd of gentle deer. 

Enjoy your Included visit to Inari Shrine featured 

in the movie Memoirs of a Geisha. This site is 

home to over 10,000 red torii gates which form a 

path up the mountain behind the temple. Return 

to Kyoto and indulge in sake tasting during an 

Included visit to a sake brewery. Meals: FB 


13 day tour • Round trip from Tokyo 


May 17 $9,295 $1,635 

Sept 06 $8,995 $1,635 

Oct 18 $9,595 $1,635 

Deposit: 





Day 12 Kyoto – Tokyo This morning take a 

short Included guided walk through the lively Nishiki 

Markets, known as ‘Kyoto’s Kitchen’ then enjoy some 

free time until you take your Included Shinkansen 

bullet train to Tokyo. Tonight appreciate the Tokyo 

skyline through floor-to-ceiling windows and admire 

the contemporary Japanese decor as you join your 

Tour Director for your Included Farewell Japanese 

Dinner. Overnight Special Stay : Conrad Tokyo, 

City View Room. 

Meals: FB,HD 

Day 13 Depart Tokyo After breakfast there will 

be time to squeeze in some last minute shopping 

before taking your Included transfer to Tokyo 



Meals: FB 


Mar 14 $9,395 $1,635 

Apr 11 $9,295 $1,635 

May 16 $9,295 $1,635 

Additional 2015 Departure Dates 

Sep 05, Oct 17. 






TOUR CODE 

JPCT 

• Up to $800 Scenic FreeChoice Inclusions 

All prices are per person, twin share in AUD. Single Supplement is additional to the twin share price. Tour price shown includes all sightseeing, entrance 

fees, Scenic FreeChoice inclusions, meals as specified, accommodation, train and coach transport as detailed in the itinerary. Arrival and departure 

transfers are Seat in Limousine Coach Service. Scenic FreeChoice in Tokyo on Day 2 and Day 4 must be booked prior to final payment. Tour itinerary 

and prices valid for departures from 01 May 2014 to 31 May 2015. Tour Maps: Any maps or other route depictions are intended as an indication only 

and should not be relied upon. Please refer to terms and conditions clause 4.2. For full terms and conditions, please see pages 42 & 43. 





Break your journey with a stopover in cosmopolitan 

and dynamic Hong Kong 

With its soaring skyscrapers and glittering harbour, Hong Kong is one of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities. A city of 

contrast with high-rise commercial complexes sitting next to traditional Chinese wet markets and bustling night markets 

adjacent to department stores filled with international brands and designer labels. On our three night stopovers we take 

you on a full day trip to neighbouring Macau with its Portuguese history and sparkling casinos. 

Your stopover is escorted by our team of passionate English-speaking Local Guides, Drivers and Tour Representatives 

whose role is to ensure you capture the essence of Hong Kong. 

The Langham Hong Kong 

Pre-eminent among Hong Kong hotels, The Langham Hong 

Kong presents a refined European-style haven in the heart of the 

bustling Tsimshatsui shopping district. With gracious charm and 

polished five star luxury, The Langham Hotel Hong Kong is the 

only Hong Kong hotel that can claim the legendary heritage of 

the original grand hotel. 

Hong Kong – One night stay 

Day 1 Hong Kong Welcome to Hong Kong. On arrival you 

will be met by a Scenic Tours Representative and transferred to 

your luxurious hotel. Overnight Special Stay : The Langham 

Hong Kong. 

Day 2 Hong Kong This morning you will be transferred to 

the airport for your onward or homebound flight (flight not 

included). 

Meals: FB 

Grand Room Grand Room 


One Night Stopover From $345 From $315 


Hong Kong – Two night stay 

Day 1 Hong Kong Welcome to Hong Kong. On arrival you 

will be met by a Scenic Tours Representative and transferred to 

your luxurious hotel. Two Night Special Stay : The Langham 

Hong Kong. 

Day 2 Hong Kong Ride the Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak for 

spectacular views over Hong Kong’s skyline then visit Aberdeen’s 

floating community on board a sampan. Visit Stanley, a popular 

market town on the southern side of Hong Kong Island and enjoy 

the relaxed ambience, crisp sea environs and great bargains. This 

afternoon enjoy time at leisure to explore on your own, perhaps 

cross the harbour on the Star Ferry or take time for some retail 

therapy. 

Meals: FB 

Day 3 Hong Kong This morning you will be transferred to 

the airport for your onward or homebound flight (flight not 

included). 

Meals: FB 



Two Night Stopover From $785 From $475 

Hong Kong – Three night stay 

Day 1 Hong Kong Welcome to Hong Kong. On arrival you will be met 

by a Scenic Tours Representative and transferred to your luxurious hotel. 

Three Night Special Stay : The Langham Hong Kong. 

Day 2 Hong Kong Ride the Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak then visit 

Aberdeen’s floating community and the market town of Stanley. This 

afternoon enjoy time at leisure to explore on your own. Meals: FB 

Day 3 Macau Day trip Experience Macau’s diverse history, influence 

and architecture during your full day sightseeing tour of this thriving 

enclave. Enjoy the 60-minute ferry ride before discovering the essence 

of this former Portuguese colony, exploring the UNESCO sites in the old 

town, and indulging in a Macanese lunch. Before leaving Macau for your 

return journey to Hong Kong, perhaps try your luck at the gambling tables 

of the world-famous casinos. 

Meals: FB,L 

Day 4 Hong Kong This morning you will be transferred to the airport 

for your onward or homebound flight (flight not included). Meals: FB 



Three Night Stopover From $1,125 From $645 

Prices are per person twin share in AUD inclusive of accommodation, meals, transfers and touring, porterage, tipping and gratuities as outlined in your chosen stopover 

package. Day trip to Macau is on a seat in coach basis. This is an independent, non-escorted stopover which can be added at the start or the end of your chosen China or 

Japan tour. The Hong Kong Stopover must be booked in conjunction with a Scenic Tours tour featured in this brochure. Tour itinerary and prices are valid for departures from 

01 Mar 2014 - 31 Mar 2015. Single Supplement is additional to the twin share price. 


Exceptional hotels in amazing locations 

Scenic Tours showcase the finest hotels in each location, 

reflecting the character of the area we visit 


BEIJING 

Fairmont Beijing 

One of China’s most sought after luxury 

hotels welcomes you to the heart of 

the capital’s central business district, just 

moments from renowned shopping at 

the legendary Pearl and Silk Markets. 

The gate-form architecture showcases 

natural light-filled interiors accented by 

contemporary Chinese artwork. 

SHANGHAI 

Fairmont Peace Hotel 

Proud, legendary and lavish, the luxury 

Fairmont Peace Hotel boasts a history 

which overshadows that of any other 

hotel in the Far East and truly is the 

city’s most exclusive and prestigious 

address. Bask in the soothing luxury of 

the hotel’s indulgent guest rooms – just 

as the celebrities of yesteryear did. 

GUILIN 

Shangri-La Hotel 

This deluxe property overlooks the 

picturesque Li River, a stylish sanctuary 

in which to rest and rejuvenate. 

The hotel’s distinct Chinese-style 

architecture is a fascinating sight to 

behold. Your spacious room provides 

a magnificent view of the Li River 

and gorgeous landscaped gardens. 

LIJIANG 

Crowne Plaza 

Experience old world opulence and 

modern luxury at the Crowne Plaza 

Lijiang Ancient Town Resort. At your 

doorstep is Lijiang Old Town, where 

elaborate wooden houses line the 

streets and bridges arc over glimmering 

waterways. 

CHENGDU 

Shangri-La Hotel 

A modern sanctuary awaits in an 

ancient capital. Located in the city 

centre, this luxury property boasts 

modern grandeur with legendary 

Shangri-La hospitality. The guest 

rooms offer spacious comfort with 

a contemporary style and luxuriously 

appointed amenities. 

HANGZHOU 

Hyatt Regency 

Looking over the iconic West Lake, 

the Hyatt Regency Hangzhou offers 

a privileged location in downtown 

Hangzhou within walking distance of 

the city’s main business, shopping and 

entertainment centres. This 5-star 

luxury hotel provides a graceful oriental 

ambience and modern design. 

XI’AN 

The Westin 

Located in one of the cradles of 

Chinese civilization, The Westin Xi’an 

offers total renewal just steps from 

the ancient city’s myriad of cultural 

attractions, restaurants and shopping. 

Experience refined Chinese hospitality 

in a historic location. 

YANGSHUO 

Green Lotus Hotel 

Located at the foot of the Green Lotus 

Peak, the hotel is a luxury property 

that integrates the natural beauty of 

the surrounding mountains and rivers 

with architectural features of the local 

minority people. Most rooms enjoy 

views across these and down to the 

beautiful Li River. 

DAZU 

Ramada Plaza Chongqing 

West Hotel 

East meets West at the Ramada Plaza 

Chongqing West Hotel located near 

the famous Dazu Rock Carvings. 

Facilities include a pool, gym and spa. 



TOKYO 

Conrad 

Legendary Conrad excellence meets 

the calming and inspiring design of 

modern day Japan at the Conrad 

Tokyo, conveniently located just 

minutes from the famous Ginza 

Shopping Street. Panoramic views 

and one of Tokyo’s most spacious 

guestrooms combine to create a 

truly luxurious experience. 

KYOTO 

Hyatt Regency 

In the heart of historic Kyoto, this 

stylishly designed hotel is close to 

the main city landmarks including the 

traditional neighbourhood famous 

for Geishas. The simple, elegant and 

functional rooms combine traditional 

Japanese design with modern 

luxuries. 

MT FUJI REGION 

Fuji View Hotel 

At the foot of Mt. Fuji is the 

beautiful Lake Kawaguchi and the 

Fuji View Hotel with unrestricted 

panoramas and extensive gardens. 

The hot spring waters of the 

Lake Kawaguchi Onsen Village 

are part of this exceptional hotel 

experience. 

HIROSHIMA 

Sheraton Hiroshima 

Located next to the Hiroshima 

Station, with direct access to the 

bullet trains, the hotel is close to all 

the historic sites. The rooms are 

well appointed, and with several 

restaurants and bars, heated pool, 

fitness facilities and a spa your stay 

will be complete. 

TAKAYAMA 

Hida Hotel Plaza 

The hotel is close to Takayama’s 

historic train station, and makes a 

great base for walking discoveries of 

the many old shop houses, temples 

and shrines in this wonderful little 

city. Enjoy the graceful hospitality of 

a hotel and relaxing atmosphere of 

a Japanese Ryokan. 

Pre & Post Tour Accommodation 

Extend your holiday with these great hotel options 


BEIJING Twin Share Single Room 

Fairmont from $160 from $320 


SHANGHAI Twin Share Single Room 

Fairmont Peace Hotel from $165 from $330 


TOKYO Twin Share Single Room 

Conrad from $265 from $495 

All prices are per person, twin share in AUD and include buffet breakfast, taxes and return airport transfers – subject to availability. Supplements may apply during certain periods; you will 

be advised at the time of booking. 


Terms and Conditions 

1 The Contract 

1.1 The contract between Scenic Tours Pty Limited (“Scenic”, “We”, “Us” or 

“Our”) and You includes: 

(a) these Terms and Conditions; and 

(b) Your Itinerary, 

(“Contract”). 

1.2 It is important that You carefully read the Contract as You will be bound 

by it once You have signed these Terms and Conditions or otherwise paid the 

earlier of Your Booking Deposit or the Tour Price. 

2 What You need to know 

2.1 Who is providing the Tour? 

We will either: 

(a) provide the Tour directly through Our staff; or 

(b) arrange for the Tour to be provided by a Service Provider. 

2.2 What’s included in the Tour Price? 

Where indicated in Your Itinerary, Your Tour Price includes (a) all coach 

and cruise travel; (b) services of a Scenic Tour Director; (c) airport transfers 

outside Australia or New Zealand (refer to clause 4.8); (d) specified meals; 

(e) accommodation; (f) sightseeing and admissions where stated; (g) economy 

class internal flights and Air taxes set out in Your Itinerary; (h) GST (where 

applicable); (i) port charges; (j) porterage on escorted land tours and cruises 

(subject to clause 4.10) and (k) all gratuities and tipping on escorted land tours 

and cruises. 

2.3 What’s not included in the Tour Price? 

(a) Unless expressly listed in Your Itinerary, costs will not be included in the 

Tour Price. In particular, the following costs are not included in the Tour Price: 

(a) airfares and airline taxes (unless specified in Your Itinerary); (b) additional 

optional activities (c) accommodation upgrades; (d) meals not specified in Your 

Itinerary; (e) drinks; (f) laundry; (g) passport fees; (h) visas; (i) vaccinations; (j) 

government taxes and charges (excluding GST); (k) all other airport transfers 

(except as set out in clause 4.8) (l) items of a personal nature or (n) porterage, 

gratuities and tipping on unescorted extensions. 

(b) Overnight accommodation required to meet Your Tour and any flight 

connections are not included in the Tour Price and will be at Your expense. 

2.4 Erroneous Pricing 

We reserve the right not to honour any published prices that We determine 

were erroneous due to printing, electronic, or clerical error. 

2.5 How do You pay? 

Booking Deposit 

(a) You must pay the Booking Deposit per Tour within 7 days of making Your 

Booking. 

(b)Any accommodation, sightseeing or flights We book for You separately to 

those stated in Your Itinerary are not included in the Booking Deposit or Tour 

Price and You must pay both the deposits and full costs for such additional 

services separately to the Booking Deposit and Tour Price. Any requests for 

such additional services will not be processed until Your Booking Deposit is 

paid in full. 

(c) Your booking will be automatically cancelled if We do not receive Your 

Booking Deposit by the due date. 

(d) Booking Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable to other tours 

or third parties (Refer to the “Deposit Protection Plan” outlined in clause 4.11 

of these Terms and Conditions). 

Booking within 91 days of Tour Departure Date 

(e) If You place a booking with Us within 91 days or less of Your chosen Tour 

Departure Date You must pay Your Booking Deposit before We can process 

Your booking and confirm Your Tour Price. If You do not accept the Tour Price, 

We will refund Your Booking Deposit. If You accept Your Tour Price, You must 

pay the outstanding Tour Price within 24 hours of Us notifying You of the Tour 

Price, or We will cancel Your booking and retain Your Booking Deposit. 

Final Payment 

(f) You must pay the balance of the Tour Price to Us no later than 91 days 

before the Tour Departure Date 

(g) All Tour Prices are quoted in Australian dollars or New Zealand dollars 

(please refer to brochure applicable to your market or Your booking summary). 

Payments to Travel Agents 

(h) If You have booked through a travel agent, Your travel agent should forward 

Your Booking Deposit or Tour Price to Us on Your behalf. However, payments 

by You to Your travel agent are not considered to be payments by You to 

Us. We will consider payment has been received by Us from You when We 

receive payment from Your travel agent. 

Credit card surcharge 

(i) If You pay Us by credit card, the following surcharges will be added to Your 

Tour Price: 

Credit card Surcharge Surcharge on Tour 

on Deposit 

Price or Fees 

Visa 0 1% 

Mastercard 0 1% 

American Express 3% 3% 

2.6 Fees 

Late Booking Fee 

(a) If You book 21 days or less before the Tour Departure Date, You must pay 

a late booking fee of $50.00 per person. 

Variation Fee 

(b) If You vary Your booking, other than by varying the Tour Departure Date or 

Tour Code, You must pay a variation fee of $50.00 per person. This fee is on 

account of administrative expenses incurred by Us in varying Your Tour and is a 

genuine and reasonable estimate of Our expenses. 

(c) Third party operators may charge their own variation fees for booking 

changes. If we incur any third party variation fees on Your behalf You must 

reimburse Us. 

(d) We may accept or reject Your request for variation at Our absolute 

discretion. 

Cancellation Fee 

(e) Any cancellation of the Tour by You prior to Your Tour Departure Date 

(including any changes to Your Tour Departure Date, Tour Code or name 

change) will result in the following cancellation fees: 

Days of notice prior 

Cancellation charge 

to Tour commencement (per person) 

91 days and over Loss of deposit 

90 to 66 days 50% of Tour Price 

65 days or less 100% of Tour Price 

(f) We will not consider accepting a cancellation until We have received, during 

office hours, a written cancellation notice signed by You. 

(g) You may also be liable to pay cancellation fees to airlines and other third 

parties. 

(h) You must pay for any additional overnight accommodation required as a 

result of changes to Your flights. 

(i) You must pay for all expenses which arise due to changes to Your Itinerary 

after Your Tour Departure Date. This includes changes due to illness or other 

personal reasons. 

2.7 What are Our Tour obligations? 

We will use reasonable endeavours to provide the Tour You have booked in 

accordance with Your Itinerary. However, due to the nature of travel, it may 

not always be possible for Us to adhere strictly to Your Itinerary. Where, due 

to circumstances outside of Our control, We are unable to provide the Tour in 

accordance with Your Itinerary, We will use reasonable endeavours to provide 

or arrange appropriate alternatives. 

2.8 What are Your Tour obligations? 

Tour Safety 

(a) You must follow the Tour Director’s instructions at all times to ensure 

on Tour safety. You acknowledge that failure to do so will result in restricted 

access to areas on Tour, or if necessary for Your own safety and that of other 

passengers, withdrawal from the Tour. 

(b) If We, or Our staff or Service Providers are of the view You are negatively 

affecting Your own health, safety or enjoyment, or that of other passengers, 

We can terminate the Contract immediately and We are not liable to You for 

any loss, cost or damage resulting from Your withdrawal from the Tour. If You 

are withdrawn from the Tour, You must make Your own travel arrangements 

at Your own expense. 

(c) You must make Your own enquiries regarding Your Tour, including being 

aware of the relevant government travel safety warnings. 

Passports and visas 

(d) You must have a valid passport with at least six (6) months validity from Your 

Tour return date. 

(e) You must ensure that all required entry visas for countries to be visited 

are obtained prior to departure as failure to obtain correct documentation 

may affect Your participation in certain shore excursions and entry to certain 

countries while on Tour. 

(f) If You do not have the correct visa or other documentation necessary to 

enter a country or participate in any aspect of a Tour (“Documentation”): 

(1) We will not refund to You all or any portion of the Tour Price; and 

(2) You will be responsible for any costs You incur as a result of Your failure 

to obtain the required Documentation, including any costs associated with 

rejoining the Tour. 

2.9 What happens if We need to cancel or delay the Tour? 

Tour Operation 

(a) Your booking is conditional on Us receiving a minimum number of tour 

or cruise bookings to operate the Tour and ensure an enjoyable group 

atmosphere. Where sufficient numbers cannot be achieved, We may cancel or 

delay a scheduled Tour or Tour Departure Date. 

(b) We will endeavour to make any decision to cancel or delay a Tour or cruise 

at least 60 days prior to the scheduled Tour Departure Date. 

Tour Cancellation 

(c) Where We cancel a Tour, for whatever reason, before departure We 

will use reasonable endeavours to offer the closest available tour or cruise 

departure. 

(d) Where the proposed alternative tour or cruise is: 

(1) cheaper than Your original Tour Price, We will refund the difference to 

You; or 

(2) more expensive than Your original Tour Price, You must pay the difference 

to Us. 

(e) If You accept the proposed alternative tour or cruise, You will be bound by 

a new contract made up of these Terms and Conditions and Your amended 

Itinerary. 

(f) If You do not accept the proposed alternative tour or cruise within 7 days of 

being notified by Us of the alternative, Our Contract with You will terminate, 

We will refund all monies paid directly to Us and We will have no further 

liability to You. 

(g) We are not liable for any third party costs You may incur, which We have 

not booked on Your behalf, for example airfares or other arrangements booked 

independently through or paid to a travel agent. 

Tour Delay 

(h) Where We delay the departure of a Tour or cruise, for whatever reason, 

for more than 7 days, You may terminate this Contract and We will either: 

(1) provide You with a full refund of all amounts paid to Us; or 

(2) provide You with a credit towards future tours with Us which will be valid 

for 24 months from the date You notify Us of the termination of this Contract. 

2.10 How can We vary this Contract? 

(a) Subject to the remainder of this clause 2.9, We may amend these Terms 

and Conditions at any time. 

Tour Price 

(b) We may vary Your Tour Price at any time only where there is an increase 

to the Tour costs for reasons outside Our control, including airfares, fuel, 

government taxes and charges, exchange rate fluctuations or other Tour related 

costs or tariffs. Once We have received the total Tour Price from You, there will 

be no increases to Your Tour Price regardless of any increases in the Tour cost 

inside or outside Our control. 

(c) If You have not paid Your full Tour Price and We must vary Your Tour Price 

due to an increase in Tour costs outside Our control, any increase We apply to 

the Tour Price will be only to the extent required to meet such additional costs. 

Tour Variations 

(d) We may change or vary Your Itinerary. 

(e) Although We will use reasonable efforts to operate the Tour as close 

as possible to Your Itinerary, changes or substitutions may be necessary for 

reasons outside Our control. These circumstances may include, but are not 

limited to: 

(1) road or weather conditions; 

(2) national or local holidays affecting the closure of public buildings and 

attractions; 

(3) strikes; 

(4) civil disturbances and advices by governments or other Force Majeure 

Events or 

(5) internal flight delays. 

(f) Cruise itineraries may be varied due to high or low water levels, flooding, 

unscheduled vessel maintenance or for any other circumstances beyond Our 

control. 

(g) We may substitute (at the nearest reasonable standard) another vessel 

or motorcoach for all or part of the Itinerary and also provide alternative 

accommodation, where necessary. 

(h) Where We make a variation to the Itinerary, We are not liable to You for 

such variations. 

2.11 How will We tell You about variations to the Contract? 

(a) Any changes to these Terms and Conditions will be posted on Our Website. 

(b) Any changes to Your Itinerary will be notified to You: 

(1) if prior to Your Tour Departure Date, by phone, email or post using the 

most recent contact details You have provided to Us; or 

(2) if during Your Tour, personally by Your Cruise Director or Tour Director. 

2.12 Notification of General Risks 

(a) You acknowledge and agree that there are general risks associated with 

travelling, which are beyond Our control and We are not liable to You for 

any loss, cost or damage You may incur as a result of these general risks. Such 

general risks include: 

(1) Tour variations or interruptions caused by road, river or weather conditions; 

national or local holidays affecting the closure of public buildings and attractions; 

strikes, civil disturbances and advices by governments; Force Majeure Events; 

hazards associated with travelling in undeveloped areas; travel by boat, train, 

automobile, aircraft and other means of transportation; high water levels; 

low water levels; flooding; lock closures; unscheduled vessel or vehicle 

maintenance; 

(2) forces of nature; illness; flight schedule changes or cancellations; loss of 

luggage; epidemics, pandemics or illness in regions without means of rapid 

evacuation or medical facilities; political unrest; accidents; acts of terrorism or 

other criminal acts; changes to government visa or travel requirements; or 

(3) any other circumstances beyond Our control. 

(b) You acknowledge and agree that where the Tour, part of the Tour, 

accommodation, flights or any other good or service is not directly provided 

by Us or Our staff, but is provided by a Service Provider, in the event of any 

dispute or claim including for loss, damage, breach of contract or negligence 

arising from the conduct of the Service Provider, You must pursue Your claim 

directly against the relevant Service Provider. 

2.13 Limitation of Liability 

(a) You acknowledge and agree that We accept no responsibility and will not be 

liable to You (or any third party) for any loss, cost or damage (including loss of 

enjoyment) suffered directly or indirectly in connection with: 

(1) any Tour risks or other aspects of the Tour notified to You in the Contract; 

(2) any change to Your Itinerary or delays in departure or arrival times of aircraft 

or otherwise during the conduct of the Tour; 

(3) any loss or damage to Your baggage; 

(4) any personal injury or death resulting from the acts or omissions or 

negligence of any third parties providing goods or services to You during the 

Tour, including air carriers, hotels, shore excursion operators, restaurateurs, 

transportation providers and medical personnel; or 

(5) any loss of Your enjoyment due to circumstances outlined in the Contract 

or otherwise beyond Our control. 

(b) In addition to (and in no way affecting) those limitations set out in clause 

2.13 (a)(1)-(5) above, You acknowledge and agree that where You ride on a 

motorcoach as a part of a Tour, neither We nor Our agents, nor third parties 

co-operating a Tour on Our behalf, will be liable to You for any injury, illness 

or death or for any damages or claims You may have against Us or Our agents 

or relevant third parties arising from any accident or incident occurring whilst 

You are riding on a motorcoach, if (at the time of any such accident or incident) 

You are not: 

(1) wearing a safety belt whilst seated in the motorcoach; or 

(2) seated while the motorcoach is in motion. 

Total liability 

(b) Despite any other provision of the Contract, and to the extent permitted 

by law, Our maximum liability to You or any third party (including any claims of 

negligence by Us) is limited to the Tour Price You have paid to Us. 

Consequential loss 

(c) You acknowledge and agree We are not liable to You, under any 

circumstances, for any loss of enjoyment, opportunity, profit, savings, revenue 

or interest or any other consequential or indirect, incidental, special or punitive 

loss, damage or expenses. 

Force Majeure 

(d) You acknowledge and agree that We are not liable for any delay or failure 

by Us or a Service Provider to perform Our obligations under the Contract, 

resulting from or as a consequence of a Force Majeure Event. 

(e) If a delay or failure occurs or is anticipated due to Force Majeure Event, Our 

obligations are suspended for the duration of the Force Majeure Event. 

(f) We may immediately terminate the Contract, if the Force Majeure Event 

delays performance of the Tour by Us or a Service Provider for a period of 7 

days or more, calculated from the date We notify You of the Force Majeure 

Event. 

2.14 Warranties 

(a) To the extent permitted by law, all express or implied warranties, 

guarantees, representations, or terms are expressly excluded. 

(b) Where the law implies any guarantee, condition or warranty which cannot 

be excluded, Our liability to You for breach of such an implied guarantee, 

condition or warranty is limited, to one or more of the following: 

(1) in the case of goods: the repair of goods, replacement of goods, the supply 

of equivalent goods or the cost of repair, replacement or supply of equivalent 

goods; or 

(2) in the case of services: supplying the services again or payment of the cost 

of supplying the services again. 

2.15 Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) 

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions operates to exclude, restrict or modify 

the application of any provision of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 

(Cth) or any equivalent State or Territory legislation, the exercise of a right 

conferred by such a provision, or any of Our liability for breach of a guarantee, 

condition or warranty implied by such a provision, where it is unlawful to do 

so. 

2.16 Travel Insurance 

You are urged to arrange comprehensive travel insurance to cover any 

unforeseen circumstances that may occur during the Tour. 

2.17 What if I am unhappy with something on Tour? 

If You are unhappy with something that does or does not happen on Your Tour, 

You must first use all reasonable endeavours to negotiate with Us in good faith 

to settle the dispute before commencing proceedings in any court or tribunal. 

2.18 General Provisions 

Entire Agreement 

(a) The Contract, and any variations or amendments to the Contract made 

by Us in accordance with these Terms and Conditions, constitutes the entire 

agreement between You and Us about its subject matter and any previous 

agreements (whether oral or in writing), understandings and negotiations on 

that subject matter have no effect. 

Waiver and Variation 

(b) We may only waive a right or remedy created under these Terms and 

Conditions in writing. 

(c) Our delay in exercising a right or remedy does not constitute a waiver of 

that right or remedy, nor does any waiver by Us (either wholly or in part) 

operate as a subsequent waiver of the same or any other right. 

Governing Law 

(d) These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws in force in New 

South Wales, Australia. 

(e) The parties submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New 

South Wales and any courts competent to hear appeals from those courts. 

Survival 

(f) Any term which is, by its nature, intended to survive termination of these 

Terms and Conditions survives termination. 

Interpretation 

(g) In these Terms and Conditions, unless the context otherwise indicates a 

contrary intention: 

(1) headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation; 

(2) singular includes the plural and vice versa; 

(3) a reference to a party includes its successors, permitted assigns, 

administrators and substitutes; 

(4) where a word or phrase is defined, its other grammatical forms have the 

corresponding meaning; 

(5) the word ‘include’ in any form is not a word of limitation; 


(6) no rules of construction apply to Our disadvantage on the basis that these 

Terms and Conditions were prepared by Us; 

(7) a reference to a natural person includes their personal representatives; and 

(8) a reference to a body (including institute, association or authority) which 

ceases to exist or whose powers or functions are transferred to another body 

is a reference to the body which replaces it or which substantially succeeds to 

its powers or functions. 

Brochure Validity 

(h) The Tour Brochure and these Terms and Conditions are valid for Tour 

Departure Dates from China: 01 Mar 2014 – 30 Nov 2014. Japan: 01 

May 2014 – 31 May 2015 unless otherwise indicated in Your Itinerary, and 

supersedes all previous brochures. 

2.19 Definitions 

Booking Deposit means the mandatory deposit to be paid by You to reserve 

Your booking, in the amount We notify to You at the time You place Your 

booking. 

Deposit Protection Plan means Our deposit protection plan as set out on 

Our Website. 

Cruise Director means Our guide on Your cruise who is Our employee. 

Force Majeure Event means any act of God, war, terrorism, fire, flood 

or any other extreme weather conditions, loss of power, epidemics or 

pandemics, industrial disputes, slow-downs or other strike activities, riots or 

civil disturbances, acts of government, semi government or other authorities, 

inability to obtain any necessary licence or consent and delays caused by 

sub-contractors, suppliers or other third parties (including telecommunications 

carriers), material shortages or other disruption to the Tour. 

Itinerary means Your itinerary for Your Tour as amended from time to time by 

Us in accordance with the Contract. 

Service Provider means an independent contractor engaged by Us to provide 

a tour or any services for a tour. 

Single Supplement Rate means the additional cost We will inform You of 

before You place Your booking, which You must pay as part of Your Tour Price if 

You choose not to share a room with another passenger during the Tour. 

Tour means the tour You have booked with Us outlined in Your Itinerary, as 

amended in accordance with these Terms and Conditions. The number of 

days duration stated in Your Itinerary includes the Tour Departure Date and: 

(A) for land only bookings - the date the Tour concludes; or 

(B) for flight inclusive bookings – the day of return. 

Tour Brochure means the current brochure for the relevant tour as published 

on the Website. 

Tour Departure Date means the Tour departure date listed in Your Itinerary. 

Tour Director means Our guide on Your Tour who may be either Our 

employee or the employee of a Service Provider. 

Tour Price means the total amount payable by You to Us for participation in 

the Tour and includes Your Booking Deposit or any additional fees or charges 

as set out in the Contract. 

Website means Scenic’s website at www.scenictours.com.au. 

You / Your means each individual who books to conduct a Tour with Us. A 

separate Contract will apply between each individual and Us. 

3 Important notices about Your Tour 

3.1 Tour Participation 

(a) We welcome You if You have a disability or other special need, provided 

You are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all the assistance 

You require. Please note that although We will use reasonable endeavours to 

provide You with all the activities on Your Itinerary, depending on Your disability, 

You may not be able to participate in every activity and the Tour Director will 

have the right to refuse Your participation if the Tour Director believes Your 

health and safety or the health and safety of other passengers may be impacted 

by Your participation. You must advise Us (or Your travel agent) of any disability, 

medical condition or dietary requirement at the time of booking. 

(b) It is important to note that: 

(1) for safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs cannot be carried on boarding 

ramps (which may be steep due to water levels) whilst the vessel is tied up or 

at anchor, or on to motor coaches; 

(2) wheelchairs and walkers cannot be carried in the luggage compartment of 

motorcoaches due to space limitations; and 

(3) tours include walking on steps, uneven ground and surfaces whilst visiting 

monuments and antiquities for lengths of between 1-5 kilometres and full 

mobility may be required. If you choose to participate You should be in an 

appropriate physical condition to complete any sightseeing expeditions forming 

part of the Tour. 

(c) We may, in Our absolute discretion, decline Your booking if We are of the 

view that: 

(1) We cannot provide for any or all of Your special needs; 

(2) Your health, safety or enjoyment, or that of any other passengers attending 

the Tour may be at risk; or 

(3) You cannot or will not abide by any reasonable directions of the Tour 

Director. 

(d) Vaccinations 

It is Your responsibility to ensure You have all required vaccinations for Your 

Tour and We recommend You refer to www.smarttraveller.gov.au for full details 

and also consult Your doctor. 

(e) Medical Conditions 

We strongly recommend a visit to Your doctor and dentist prior to Your Tour. 

If You are aged 70 or over at the Tour Departure Date, You must provide to 

Us a doctor’s letter confirming You are fit and healthy enough to take part in 

the specified Tour including reference to the Itinerary, destinations and Tour 

Departure Date. You must advise Us of any pre-existing medical conditions 

that might reasonably be expected to increase Your risk of requiring medical 

attention, affect the normal conduct of the Tour and/or the enjoyment of other 

Tour members. You will be required to fill in Our health and fitness form and 

hand it to Your Tour Director on the Tour Departure Date. 

3.2 Cruises 

(a) Deckplan 

The deck plan, cabin sizes, images, inclusions and layout are indicative only and 

may vary. Pictured representations of cabins or rooms in Tour Brochures are 

not drawn to scale. 

(b) Cruise Cabins 

The Tour Price is based on the cabins as indicated in the brochure. Upgrades 

are subject to availability and will be at additional cost. 

(c) Noise, Vibration and Odour 

While We take reasonable steps to minimise noise, vibrations and odours 

on Cruise ships, You acknowledge and accept that some noise, vibration and 

intermittent odours may be experienced on vessels and that We will not be 

liable to You for any such noise, vibration or odours. 

(d) Docking Position 

During port stops, ships may dock side-by-side, obstructing views and requiring 

You to pass through other ships to embark and disembark. 

(e) Internet Service 

(1) Internet facilities are available for an additional charge. 

(2) Internet availability and quality may vary from country to country and can 

also be affected by technical issues, weather, unfavourable terrains or other 

factors outside Our control. 

(3) We do not guarantee the availability and quality of internet connections and 

no refund will be paid for any problem which may be experienced with the 

internet service. 

(f) Photography 

We cannot guarantee that every scene or highlighted featured in a Tour 

Brochure or Itinerary will be available on each Tour. No refund will be available 

for any resulting missed scene or photographic “opportunity”. 

(g) Smoking 

(1) Smoking is limited to designated smoking areas on vessels and trains, and is 

not permitted in cabins or on balconies. 

(2) You acknowledge that We may restrict smoking to specific times and 

locations during Your Tour for the comfort of all passengers. 

(3) Smoking is not permitted on coaches, rail or such other places as 

nominated by Us from time to time. 

(4) Although We will use reasonable endeavours to ensure there are 

opportunities for You to smoke during the Tour, We cannot guarantee such 

opportunities will be available. 

(h) On board Language 

The language on board Cruises is English. All staff, crew and tour guides speak 

English and all announcements and lectures will be made in English. 

(i) Medical Services 

(1) Ships do not carry a doctor on board, however medical services may be 

called at Your own expense. 

(2) Due to the large number of passengers on board, We cannot provide a 

personal escort for such medical visits. 

(3) We are not, and Our Service Providers are not, liable regarding the 

provision of any medical care You may require or choose to accept during 

the Tour. 

3.3 Coaches 

(a) Seat Rotation 

(1) To ensure all passengers have the opportunity to enjoy front and window 

seats, a daily seat rotation system is employed on all of Our coaches and You 

must follow the seat rotation system. 

(2) If You suffer from travel sickness, You should arrange medication or other 

alternatives to treat symptoms, as We cannot make allowances for this. 

3.4 Group Sizes 

The number of participants will be limited to 24 guests on each coach for land 

tours over 5 days in duration. 

4 Additional Important Information 

4.1 Airfare Conditions 

(a) Discounted airfares are subject to availability and conditions apply. 

(b) Our reservations consultant will book the most appropriate fare for Your 

Tour. 

(c) Some discounted airfares have conditions which make them unsuitable 

to be used in conjunction with Our tours. Full details and conditions may be 

obtained from Your travel agent. If You have any questions or concerns please 

contact Our reservations consultant. 

(d) Airfares booked as part of Your Tour will be through the most appropriate 

route. If You request a customised route You will be responsible for all 

additional costs. 

(e) Please contact Your travel agent for applicable rules and regulations relating 

to Your air travel. 

4.2 Tour and Cruise Maps 

Maps or tour depictions contained in Tour Brochures or any other brochures 

We issue are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon as 

the actual route taken during the Tour. 

4.3 Pictures, Images and Information 

All images in Tour Brochures represent typical scenes and descriptive detail 

for each tour, however it is possible that the particular subject matter may not 

be seen or experienced on Tour. Also, some pictures may have been digitally 

enhanced. 

4.4 Sightseeing on Tour 

Sightseeing in many ancient sites, historic towns and cities can only 

be undertaken by walking tours as motorcoach access is not possible. 

Consequently, an appropriate level of fitness is required as the sightseeing tour 

may involve steps and extensive walking over uneven surfaces. 

4.5 Special Diets 

You must advise Us in writing of any and all special requests and dietary 

requirements at the time of booking. We will make every reasonable effort to 

accommodate Your dietary requests but cannot guarantee that such requests 

can be met. 

4.6 Solo Passengers and Single Accommodation 

(a) Prices quoted in Tour Brochures are on a twin share basis. If Your booking is 

not a twin share booking We will notify You of the applicable Single Supplement 

Rate, and You must pay the Single Supplement Rate for the Tour, at the time 

of booking. 

(b) If You are willing to share a room with another single traveller of the same 

gender, You must pay the Single Supplement Rate, at the time of booking. 

If You remain matched throughout the entire Tour, You will be refunded the 

Single Supplement Rate within two weeks of completion of the Tour. 

(c) We accept no responsibility for the suitability of the allocated rooming 

partner. 

(d) If at any time during the Tour, You consider Your rooming partner 

unsuitable, We will use reasonable endeavours to arrange single 

accommodation for You for the remainder of the Tour, subject to availability, 

using the pre-paid Single Supplement Rate. You acknowledge that if there is no 

availability of single accommodation for the remainder of the Tour, You will be 

required to continue to share with Your nominated rooming partner for the 

remainder of the Tour. 

(e) A limited number of single rooms are available at a Single Supplement Rate 

for each Tour. In some locations, single rooms are smaller than twin rooms and 

may not be available. 

4.7 Young Passengers 

(a) Passengers under the age of 21 years (as at the Tour Departure Date) must 

be accompanied by an adult and share their accommodation with an adult. 

(b) Children under the age of 12 years are not encouraged (with the exception 

of Christmas tours) and are accepted or rejected at Our sole discretion. 

4.8 Airport Transfers 

(a) Airport transfers are only available on the first and last day of Your Tour and 

at times We designate. 

(b) Transfers outside these times will be at Your expense and must be secured 

by Your own arrangements. 

(c) Passengers who have purchased Our pre and post Tour hotel 

accommodation and airfares will be provided airport transfers to/from 

their hotel in the Tour start or end city only, on the day of the pre or post 

accommodation booking. 

(d) If You do not book Your flights with Us, You must ensure Your flight details 

are provided to Us at least 60 days before the Tour Departure Date by: 

(1) entering Your flight details in tour personaliser at www.scenictours.com. 

au; or 

(2) phoning Our reservations consultant. 

(e) No refund will be given for unused transfers. 

(f) Transfers cannot be routed to other pick-up points or destinations. 

(g) If You miss the pre-booked transfer You will be responsible for making Your 

own way to the Tour departure point, at Your own expense. 

(h) Airport transfers may be group transfers scheduled to coincide with multiple 

flight arrival times. 

(i) Japan airport transfers are Seat in Limousine Coach Service. 

4.9 Hotel Accommodation 

(a) We may substitute hotel accommodation of a similar standard in the place 

of the advertised hotel. 

(b) Although We have taken reasonable steps to secure the most suitable hotel 

accommodation in the area of the Tour, We are not liable to You for the quality, 

size or fitness of hotel rooms. 

4.10 Luggage 

(a) Tour participants are entitled to one suitcase per person. 

(b) Your suitcase must not exceed 76 x 53 x 28cms (30’’ x 21’’x 11’’) and must 

not weigh more than 20kg (42lbs). 

(c) Personal items should be carried in a travel bag which does not exceed 4kg 

(8lbs) of weight. In addition, airline passengers should consult with their airline 

as size and weight restrictions may vary from airline to airline and also according 

to the class booked. 

(d) You must comply with all airline and airport luggage safety regulations. 

(e) It is Your responsibility to ensure Your luggage complies with these 

requirements and You acknowledge that We, contracted carriers or Service 

Providers may elect not to carry overweight items. 

(f) You will be responsible for any excess baggage charges imposed by airlines 

or other carriers. 

When You are travelling there may be luggage restrictions due to limited 

luggage space on flights, trains, cruise ships and four wheel drive safari vehicles 

which will be outlined in your Tour Documentation. We recommend You 

use a soft bag (sports bag or alternative) to pack essential items into during 

this portion of the Tour. Suitcases are unable to be taken with You and will be 

delivered back to You at the next possible destination and Our Service Provider 

will take reasonable steps to ensure the safety and security of the remainder of 

Your luggage during this portion of the Tour. 

4.11 Carriers 

The carriers (including airlines, rail and sea carriers used in association with the 

tours) are not responsible for statements or features in Tour Brochures. The 

conditions of sale of each carrier constitute a separate contract between You 

and the carrier and We have no responsibility in relation to contracts between 

You and the carriers. 

4.12 Deposit Protection Plan 

The “Deposit Protection Plan” is provided at a cost of $55 per person per tour 

(including GST). The cost is non refundable and must be paid at the time of 

booking Your tour. Where You cancel a tour prior to the invoiced final Payment 

Date, and the Deposit Protection Plan applies, We will hold Your deposit for 

Our tour products only (i.e. not products provided by third parties such as air 

travel) and We will credit that portion of the deposit towards an alternative tour 

product if You book within 24 months of cancellation. If You do not book within 

24 months, Your Deposit will be forfeited. The Deposit Protection Plan does 

not, nor is it intended to, replace travel insurance. 

4.13 Scenic Freechoice 

(a) Your Scenic Freechoice activity in Your first destination must be pre-booked 

with Us before Your Tour Departure Date. 

(b) All other Scenic Freechoice activities can be booked while on Tour with Your 

Tour Director (unless otherwise stated). 

(c) All activities are subject to availability, seasonal and operational factors. Some 

activities require a minimum and maximum number of participants to operate. 

4.14 Scenic Enrich 

It may not always be possible to offer every Scenic Enrich activity in the Tour 

Brochure on Your Tour. Wherever possible, suitable alternatives will be 

provided without liability to You. 

4.15 Scenic Club Loyalty Program 

The Scenic Loyalty Club Program was launched in 2008 and replaces the 

previous program. Details including the range of benefits and qualification for 

membership are available on www.scenictours.com.au. Currently the program 

is only available to Australian, New Zealand and United Kingdom residents. 

4.16 Additional optional extras 

(a) Additional activities undertaken by You such as sightseeing tours purchased 

by You in addition to those activities outlined in the Tour Brochure during Your 

Tour are not included in Your Tour Price and incur an additional cost. 

(b) Additional activities are subject to availability, season and operational factors. 

Some activities require a minimum and maximum number of participants to 

operate. 

4.17 Clothing 

We recommend casual and comfortable clothing. Please bring comfortable 

walking shoes as You will need these daily whilst sightseeing, which includes 

walking over rough and uneven ground. Closed-in shoes are recommended 

to keep out the dust and sand. Dinner attire is casual-open-neck shirts, slacks 

and dresses. 

4.18 Help understanding this Contract 

If You do not understand the Terms and Conditions, or any aspect of this 

Contract, please seek advice from an appropriately qualified professional. For 

communications assistance, please call the National Relay Service on 133 677. 

If You require an interpreter, the Translating and Interpreting Service may be 

able to assist on 131 450. 

4.19 Our After Hours Emergency Number 

Our after hours emergency number when calling in Australia is freecall 1800 

620 105. Our after hours emergency number when calling in New Zealand is 

freecall 0800 441 611. 

GreenChoice 

Climate Friendly Offices 

Since the start of 2007 Scenic Tours have partnered with Climate 

Friendly to make our offices and sales team climate friendly. We have 

also formed a committee dedicated to reducing our environmental 

impact and increasing the efficiency of our operations. 

Carbon Friendly Touring and Cruising 

Climate Friendly have calculated 

the average emissions for our 

Asian itineraries. From just $5* per person per 

day you can make your holiday climate friendly. 

Simply let your travel agent know 

that you wish to take the Scenic GreenChoice 

option and Scenic will add GreenChoice to 

your booking. For more information visit 

www.scenictours.com.au/climatefriendly. 

MAKE 

YOUR TOUR 

CLIMATE 

FRIENDLY 

FOR ONLY 

$ 

5 PER 

DAY 

Offset Your Flights 

Offsetting your international flights can be done directly through 

Climate Friendly. Your payment goes directly to Climate Friendly 

in exchange for carbon credits for renewable energy projects. 

Scenic does not profit in anyway from these payments. Please visit 

our website www.scenictours.com.au/climatefriendly for more 

information about how Scenic’s carbon offset program 

works. 


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