A few highlights of your journey Historic, Yet Modern
Shanghai is China’s largest city; with a population of more than 20 million it is actually one of the world’s largest cities. Located at the mouth of the Yangtze River on the China Sea, it is also the world’s largest cargo port. Visitors enjoy seeing historic areas like the waterfront Bund as well as modern wonders like the stunning Pudong skyline. The city offers world- class museums, shopping, dining and nightlife as well.
There, see some of the thousands of life-sized Terra Cotta Warriors that were buried with him. Walkways provide a bird’s-eye view of the manmade necropolis where the Terra Cotta Army was discovered in the 1970s. Marvel at each man and horse, molded with its own distinctive features.
Shibaozhai Temple
With the literal translation of “Precious Stone Fortress,” the Shibaozhai Temple is a wondrous sight along the Yangtze River. Originally built in 1650 hugging the cliffs high above the river, this Qing Dynasty architectural masterpiece now stands alongside the river as the water level has risen with the completion of the Three Gorges Dam. Climb to the top of the 12-story red pavilion for spectacular views.
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In Xian, tour the mausoleum where Emperor Qin Shi Huang was laid to rest over 2,000 years ago, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ride Back in Time
Laid out as early as the 14th century, hutongs are the ancient city alleyways of Old Beijing. Originally a form of imperial urban planning, hutongs were arranged according to complex social systems. The number of hutongs
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has recently declined dramatically, but some remain as protected areas that maintain their traditional charm. Ride through the hutongs in a rickshaw; see groups of elderly citizens sitting together playing cards, mahjong or Chinese chess and stop to visit a traditional courtyard home.
That’s Entertainment
Enjoy the dazzling dexterity of the famous Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe during a wonderful performance. Their movement is art — tightly choreographed and rehearsed endlessly. Be amazed as these athletes spin, fly, dance and demonstrate balance and flexibility at their best.
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Hong Kong & Guilin 4 NIGHTS—$1,699 PER PERSON
Mystical Guilin’s semi-tropical Li River and fascinating limestone peaks are awe-inspiring. Bustling Hong Kong is a shopper’s paradise offering items from handicrafts and designer suits to antiques. See Victoria Harbor, Stanley Market and the floating city of Aberdeen. One night at the Guilin Shangri-La and three nights at Hong Kong’s Kowloon Shangri-La (or similar); daily breakfasts; Hong Kong city tour; and hotel/airport transfers are included in this fully escorted post-cruisetour package.
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