Day 1 SFO / BEIJING
Depart from San Francisco by Air China or United Airline’s jetliner for Beijing. Cross the International Date Line and lose a day.
Day 2 ARRIVE BEIJING
Arrive in Beijing, the capital of China, and transfer to the Five-star Wanda Realm Beijing Hotel or similar.
http://www.wandarealmbeijing.com/
Day 3 BEIJING (AB, L, D)
Today’s sightseeing includes Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City where the emperors of Ming Dynasty and Qing Dynasty ruled China and Beijing Zoo. After lunch, visit the Olympic Venue of “Bird’s Nest” stadium if it is open to the public. Band or choir or dancing performance will be arranged with local high school performing team in the school Art Center. There will be time for social exchange between the students
Day 4 BEIJING (AB, L, D)
In the morning, take a coach to the Great Wall, a symbol of China and a fantastic sight that can never be omitted. You will do a brief performance at the Great Wall entrance plaza and a special group picture will be taken at the Great Wall. In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Summer Palace, on the Shore of Kunming Lake, the traditional emperors’ summer residence. Enjoy Beijing Duck Banquet in the evening.
Day 5 BEIJING/SHIJIAZHUANG (AB, L, D)
Visit the Temple of Heaven, where the emperors offered sacrifices to heaven and pray for good harvest. In the afternoon transfer to the city of Shijiazhuang by deluxe coach. Check into the Five-Star Hebei Century Hotel or similar. In the evening Welcoming Banquet will be hosted by Tourism Administration of the Provincial Government of Hebei and other Provincial leaders.
http://www.hebei-centuryhotel.com/en/
Day 6 SHIJIAZHUANG (AB,L, D)
City tour includes Longxing Monastery in the morning. After lunch, there will be a band or choir or dancing performance with Shijiazhuang No.1 High School students in the school campus. In the evening the band performs a concert at the Art Center sharing program with Chinese musicians.
Day 7 SHIJIAZHUANG / BEIJING / SHANGHAI (AB, L, D)
In the morning depart for Beijing by deluxe coach. After lunch, direct transfer to the airport for flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, transfer to the Five-star Four Points by Sheraton Shanghai, Daning or similar. Enjoy Acrobatic Show at night.
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpoints/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1986
Day 8 SHANGHAI (AB, L, D)
Shanghai, a unique city, which was once, a European concession, blending the western architecture, oriental culture and bustling economic life together. Today’s city tour encompasses the Bund, the fascinating waterfront thoroughfare, and Pudong Development Zone, which are full of new skyscrapers at the other side of Huangpu River. Also visit the Yu Garden. In the afternoon, an exchange performance will be arranged with Shanghai local high school . There will be time for social exchange between the students.
Day 9 SHANGHAI / SFO (AB)
Fly home on board Air China or United Airline’s jetliner.
Price Includes:
1. Int'l & China domestic air tickets;
2. All airline fuel surcharges, U.S. & China government taxes & fees.
3. Transfers & sightseeing;
4. Hotels & meals as itinerary indicated;
5. English speaking guide service;
6. Shanghai acrobatic show, Beijing Duck Dinner and VIP banquets.
7. Performing theater charge.
8. One free of charge (FOC) out of every 25 Pax. (limited 8 Pax only) If the airline doesn’t provide FOC, Asia Holiday Travel will provide one free of charge out of every 25 Pax for land portion only. (limited 8 Pax only.)
Price Excludes:
1. The surcharge of any extra baggage, oversize & overweight luggage both for U.S. & China int’l & domestic air, traveler pays the fee at the airport when check-in. (Click here for more information on Air China's baggage policies)
2. U.S. domestic air connection to SFO.
3. China Visa Fee (if applicable)
4. Tips to Guides & Drivers, Porter fees, Personal expenses
Remarks:
> Tour price & tax are subject to change without notice prior to booking deposit.
> Price is based on travelers paying by check.
> Prices are based on M-TH departure. Surcharge may apply on weekend and holidays travel.
> Group departure date will be discussed with school
> AB--American breakfast
> L--- Lunch D---Dinner
> Deposit: US $300 per person
> Final payment: 90 days before departure.
