AMAZING
CHINA
for
Jewish Singles in their 30's, 40's and 50's
LIMITED
AVAILABILITY!
Sponsored
by the
Jewish
Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh
&
Amazing
Journeys
November 2 - 12, 2008
Embark on the journey of a lifetime and discover 5,000 years of
history as you share the untamed spirit and rich culture of China. From
the magnificent Terra Cotta Warriors of Xian, to the vast Great Wall of China, we will take you on the
road less traveled. Experience major attractions, authentic cuisine and
culturally-inspired entertainment. Explore vibrant cities and ancient
empires from long ago. We
look forward to hosting you in China for what promises to be an amazing journey.
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| Your tour package includes: |
- 11
Day and 9 Night Tour in 5-Star Accommodations
- International
Flights from USA and Flights Within China
-
All
Transportation within China
- Exciting
Daily Sightseeing as Listed on Itinerary
-
20
Meals; 9 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 6 Dinners
- Experienced
and Knowledgeable Tour Guides Throughout
- Amazing
Journeys and JCC Escorts
- Baggage Handling
(1 bag per person)
- Roommate
Matching Available
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- Evening
Cultural Programs to Include Beijing
and Shanghai Chinese Acrobatics Shows, Xian Tang Dynasty Stage Opera,
Xian Imperial Dumpling Banquet, Beijing Peking Duck Banquet and more
- V.I.P.
Treatment Throughout
- Travel
Protection Insurance is provided at no additional cost, if final
payment is received at least 60 days prior to departure date (does
not include pre-existing conditions - ask Amazing Journeys for
details)
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Rates
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| Double
Occupancy |
$3099* |
| Single
Occupancy |
$3999* |
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International
Airfare from Los Angeles, Air within China, Air taxes,
international taxes and government fees are included in the above rates.
Airfare is available from JFK for an additional $150.00, based upon
availability.
*$458
Taxes,
Surcharges and Government Fees are not included in the above rates and are
subject to change.
If
airfare is not needed, deduct $150.00 from the above rates. Taxes
for Land Only Package are $41 additional.
Contact Amazing Journeys
for more details.
$350 deposit due with reservation.
Full payment due by 8/22/2008.
Deduct
$100 from the above rates if final payment is paid by check.
Rates are subject to
change based on availability.
A
Passport and a Chinese Visa are necessary to travel on this
itinerary. Amazing Journeys can process your visa. There is a
$160 fee for the visa.
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| Day |
Highlights |
| Sunday, November 2
Home City - Beijing
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Anticipation
fills the air as we board our international flight bound
for Beijing, China's historic capital city. Spend the night on
board as we cross the International Date Line. |
| Monday,
November 3: Arrive
Beijing |
Our
flight crosses the International Date Line and lands in
Beijing
in the evening. After touching down, we are met and
transferred to our luxuriously appointed, five-star hotel accommodations.
After our group orientation and traditional Chinese foot massage, you’ll have the
opportunity to have some dinner before heading off to catch up on your
sleep.
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| Tuesday,
November 4: Beijing |
Welcome
to
Beijing, one of the world’s most historic
capital cities. Today we will show you both the ancient past along with
modern Beijing. A
symbol of national pride, Tiananmen Square, or “Gate of Heavenly Peace”, is located in the
heart of Beijing. We pass through this, the world’s largest public
square, and continue on to the Forbidden City, where, for over 500 years, commoners were forbidden
to enter. We will drive past some of the venues from the 2008 Summer
Olympic Games in Beijing that the Chinese are so proud of. Our final
stop is a visit the regal Summer
Palace, the summer home of the emperor and his royal court.
We end our busy day by attending an exciting Chinese Acrobatics Show. (B,
L, D)
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| Wednesday,
November 5: Beijing |
Built
over 2,000 years ago, the Great Wall embodies the magnificence and
resilience of Chinese culture. Spanning thousands of miles across five
provinces and two autonomous regions, the Great Wall can even be seen from
the moon. We descend the Great Wall to visit the Ming
Tomb
Museum, home to many ancient relics of porcelain, jade
carvings, silk, jewels and other precious items. In the evening, we savor
a traditionally prepared Peking Duck Feast. (B, L, D)
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| Thursday,
November 6: Beijing |
This
morning, join us as we travel by rickshaw to the “Hutongs” of Old Town
Beijing. Going through the old
narrow alleys and passages of
Beijing
, we will end up at our “hosts” home, where we can
enjoy tea and conversation with the locals.
The rest of the day is free for us to explore the city of
Beijing
on our own.
(B)
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| Friday,
November 7:
Beijing
- Xian
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Today
we finish up our
Beijing
tour by visiting The Temple of Heaven.
Widely regarded as the noblest example of religious architecture in
all
China
,
it was the site where emperors came to pray for a bountiful harvest. We
fly to Xian in the afternoon,
China
’s
ancient capital and the much-celebrated starting point of the famed
Silk
Road
.
We drive by the massive City Wall and visit the ancient
Bell
Tower
on the way to town. Enjoy a Shabbat Service at our hotel in Xian.
(B, L, D)
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| Saturday,
November 8: Xian |
The
highlight of our sightseeing today is the world-famous, life-sized Terra
Cotta Warriors, one of the greatest archeological discoveries, unearthed
in 1974 by a local farmer, 2,200 years after being buried with Emperor Qin
Shi Huang. Afterwards, we visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Tonight after
partaking in a local specialty, the Imperial Dumpling Banquet, we’ll
enjoy a captivating Tang Dynasty Stage Opera. (B,
L, D)
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| Sunday,
November 9: Xian
- Shanghai |
After
breakfast, we are transferred to the airport to board our flight to
Shanghai
.
Upon arrival, we tour
China
’s
largest and most vibrant city. It’s
modern history dates back to the early 1900’s and is a modern mix of
East and West. Experience the
modern sophistication and historical charm of
Shanghai
as we visit Yu Garden,
Nanjing
Road
and the famous waterfront “Bund”.
(B,L,
D) |
| Monday,
November 10: Shanghai |
Today we will have the
opportunity to explore our Jewish Chinese past.
From palaces and luxurious hotels, going deep into the
Ghetto Allies, enhance your trip to
China
by
taking our Jewish Tour of Shanghai, illustrating the remarkable history of
Jews in
Shanghai
.
For one hundred years, from 1850 to 1950, many Jews made an important
cultural impact on the economic and development of
Shanghai
while others found a safe heaven escaping Nazi persecution.
Hear this incredible story and see where it all took place. Because
this tour is very limited in size due to the places we will be visiting,
we will split into a morning and an afternoon tour lasting approximately
four hours. The rest of the
day is at leisure. (B)
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| Tuesday,
November 11: Shanghai |
A
full day is free for leisure activities. Spend it resting, shopping or
sightseeing. For those who wish, an optional tour to the “Garden City”
of
Suzhou
is available. This
evening we will get together for our group farewell dinner followed by an
amazing Chinese Acrobatic performance.
(B,
D)
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| Wednesday,
November 12: Shanghai
- Home |
This
morning is free until we board our home-bound international flight and bid
a fond farewell to China, or continue
with us on our Post-Package to Hong Kong.
(B)
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Your
Itinerary at a Glance
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Day
1
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Overnight
Flight
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Day
2 – 5
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New
Otani Hotel, Beijing
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Day
6 – 7
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Sheraton,
Xian
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Day
8 - 10
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JinJiang
Cathay Garden, Shanghai
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Day
11
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Flight
Home
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Please Note:
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3 NIGHT HONG KONG PACKAGE
November 12 - 15
Fly with us to Hong Kong, nicknamed,
"Pearl of the Orient." This vibrant, energizing city is rich in
style and culture.
Our Itinerary
is as follows:
Wednesday, November 12:
Shanghai
–
Hong
Kong
While
the rest of the group flies home, you continue on a short flight to
Hong Kong
, the “Jewel of the Orient.” The
rest of the day is yours to relax and take in the beautiful surroundings.
Thursday, November 13:
Hong Kong
We
begin our day with a half-day sightseeing tour to acquaint you with
Hong Kong
. We’ll visit
Victoria
Peak
where we’ll enjoy an unrivaled panoramic view
of
Hong Kong
and its harbor. We continue
to Stanley Market,
Repulse
Bay
and
Aberdeen
’s Floating Community.
The rest of the day is yours to walk around, shop, or take an optional
tour. This evening is at leisure,
but for those who want to join us, we’ll explore Lan Kwai Fong - a great
street on Hong Kong
Island
for nightlife and good restaurants. (B)
Friday, November 14:
Hong
Kong
Today
is a full day at leisure to spend as you please.
Fill your day with world class
shopping, exceptional cuisine and an eclectic blend of modern and historic
sights. Optional tours will be
available for you today if you choose. (B)
Saturday, November 15:
Hong
Kong
– Home
This morning we say good-bye to beautiful
Hong
Kong
as we transfer to the airport
for our homebound international flight. (B)
Our
Three-Night Hong Kong Package Includes:
-
3 nights at the 5-Star Intercontinental Grand Stanford on Kowloon Harbour
-
Flight
from
Shanghai
to Hong Kong
(for those taking our group international air package)
-
Breakfast
Daily at the Hotel
-
Tour
Features as outlined above
-
Round-Trip
Transfers
-
All
Gratuities
-
Baggage
Handling Throughout
-
JCC
and Amazing Journeys Escort
Rates:
Double
Occupancy: $999*
Single
Occupancy $1699*
*Air taxes are $50 additional |
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
Items listed in this brochure are subject to change at any time. By
providing payment you agree to the terms and conditions as outlined in this
brochure.
Air: Airfare is
included from Los Angeles and New York - JFK (for JFK add $150.00).
Cancellation Policy: From
the time of initial deposit prior to July 1, 2008, there is a $75.00 penalty
for cancellation. From July 2 - August 22, 2008, the cancellation penalty is
$350.00. From August 23 - October 2, 2008, the cancellation penalty is
$750.00 per person.
From October 3 - 30, 2008, the cancellation penalty is 50% of the total package
price plus any airline fees from air tickets that have already been issued. Cancellations made from October 31 until the day of departure
(November 2, 2008), and "no-shows" will receive no refund.
There is no refund in the event of interruption or cancellation by a passenger after the start of the
tour.
Travel Protection Insurance:
Trip insurance is included with the tour package if tour is purchased at least
60 days prior to departure. Important: please note that some
exclusions may apply to certain medical conditions. Please contact Amazing
Journeys for more details. You will receive a
certificate of insurance which describes the benefits and basic provisions of
the policy with your travel documents.
Pricing:
Rates for
this tour are
based on current value of the Yuan to the US Dollar.
If the rate fluctuates greater than 3%, Amazing Journeys reserves the
right to adjust the rates accordingly. Taxes, surcharges and government fees are subject to increases as
local governments require.
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