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China
Enchanted China

Beijing, Chengdu, Guilin, Shanghai, Hong Kong


Daily Itinerary
DAY ONE
Beijing
Arrive in Beijing
Upon exiting customs, you will be met by an Adventures by Disney representative who will escort you to your transfer vehicle. Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and escorts you to The Peninsula Beijing.

The Peninsula Beijing
You've had a very long flight that crossed the International Date Line. Take the day to relax and settle into this elegant hotel, conveniently located near many of Beijing's landmarks. Enjoy the Chinese decor and the modern amenities.

Welcome Reception
Meet the other families that are sharing the adventure. You will begin with a traditional long-spout, tea-pouring ceremony, followed by a dinner of classical Chinese dishes, with special options for Junior Adventurers. After dinner, you may choose to dress up in Chinese Imperial costumes and have your photograph taken.

Meal included: Dinner

DAY TWO
Beijing
Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City
Join a privately guided, family-focused tour of Tiananmen Square and discover Beijing's fascinating history. Afterwards, walk through the imposing Forbidden City— the palace complex where China's emperors ruled the Middle Kingdom for nearly 500 years.

Lunch at Da San Yuan
Enjoy a family style lunch at a Cantonese restaurant.

Discover Beijing
After lunch, you may relax or take the opportunity to explore the sights of Beijing on your own. Visit quaint teahouses and fascinating temples, or look for bargains at one of the many markets. Ask your Adventure Guide for suggestions.

Welcome Dinner
Before dinner, adults and Junior Adventurers create their own souvenirs with the help of a master kite maker, a master calligrapher and a master opera mask painter. After a dinner of Eastern and Western dishes, you are treated to a short private performance of Beijing opera.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

DAY THREE
Beijing
Stroll on the Great Wall
Ride a cable car up to the Great Wall at Mutianyu, one of the New Wonders of the World. Walk along the top of
this incredible structure and admire the fabulous view!

The Schoolhouse in Mutianyu
Enjoy a western-style lunch at this converted village schoolhouse in the shadow of the Great Wall. Afterwards, a local chef demonstrates how to create perfect noodles, and an artisan creates whimsical glass figurines.

An Evening On Your Own in Beijing
Savor the flavors of Beijing during your final evening on your own in this vibrant city. You have a choice of wonderful restaurants and night markets. Or attend a performance of a colorful Beijing opera or exciting acrobat show. Your Adventure Guides can help find the perfect activity for you and your family.

Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch

DAY FOUR
Chengdu
Hutong Pedicab Tour*
Travel by pedicab through the narrow streets of Beijing's ancient Hutong neighborhoods. At stops along the way, participate in demonstrations of traditional crafts like knot-tying and decorative paper-cutting, as well as a remarkable acrobatic display by a yo-yo master.

Lunch at the Noble House Restaurant
Enjoy lunch in the hutong at a relaxed lakeside setting in the city.

Fly to Chengdu
After lunch you fly to Chengdu (flight time 2:40 hours), the capital of the Sichuan province in western China. This 2400-year-old city is famous for its brocade fabrics and as a center for breeding Giant Pandas.

Dinner at Local Restaurant
Before settling in at the Shangri La Chengdu Hotel, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant known for its exquisite Sichuan cuisine.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
*There is a maximum weight of 375 lbs per pedicab.

DAY FIVE
Chengdu
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
Observe a variety of delightful pandas in an unforgettable visit to China's premier institution devoted to the preservation of these rare animals. Your privately guided visit includes a presentation by a biologist and a peek at the natural habitats that have been recreated for the pandas.

Pizza Party
Lunch at the Center is a family-friendly pizza party, followed by a demonstration of classic Chinese stick-fighting. Adventurous Mulan fans are welcome to participate and learn a few handy moves.

Sichuan Face-Changing Opera
After an early dinner at the hotel, enjoy an evening of fun at the Sichuan Face-Changing Opera. This classic Chinese art form provides a variety of entertainment, including amusing acrobatic stunts, musicians, puppets and culminating with the amazing "face-changing" act.

Meals include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

DAY SIX
Guilin
Fly to Xi’ian
Travel by coach with lunch enroute to tour the Terra Cotta Warriors. Then fly to Guilin.

Hotel of Modern Art
Travel by coach to your hotel that is in a setting that will take your breath away. Around the hotel is a park displaying larger-than-life outdoor sculptures, playscapes and an art museum. And beyond the park is a scene right out of a classical Chinese painting - the beautiful limestone karst formations known affectionately as the "Gumdrop Mountains."

Junior Adventurer's and Adults-Only Dinner
Later at the hotel, Junior Adventurers can enjoy their own special dinner and view a Disney movie in the museum's state-of-the-art theater. Adults may join them or dine at the hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

DAY SEVEN
Guilin
Morning Activities
Let the art and harmony of your surroundings inspire you. Take part in a workshop on stone painting or spend an hour by the lake learning Tai Chi from a local master. For a more energetic start, join a privately-guided bike tour or stroll through the spectacular, traffic-free Modern Art Park.

Boat Cruise on the Lijiang
Soak in the beauty and enjoy lunch on the boat as you cruise along the lazy Lijiang River through stunning landscapes of soaring magical formations. See for yourself why so many Chinese poems and paintings celebrate these wonders.

Market at Yangshuo and Dinner
In the afternoon, try out your bargaining skills and find interesting souvenirs at the bustling shops of Yangshuo. Then enjoy your final evening at this hotel with a barbeque next to the park's lake, and Junior Adventurer’s enjoy a special dinner of their own.

Meals include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

DAY EIGHT
Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai
Today you travel (2-hour flight) to cosmopolitan Shanghai. Lunch will be served in-flight.

Welcome to Shanghai
Explore the city from The Peninsula Shanghai, a gleaming tower, which is within walking distance of the city's main shopping districts. Shanghai's spectacular skyline is said to rival New York's and its international influences will surprise and delight you.

Children's Palace
During your orientation tour of Shanghai, enjoy a stop at the Children's Palace for a charming welcome song and dance by local schoolchildren.

Dinner on the Bund
Dine at one of Shanghai's premier restaurants on the Bund — the city's vibrant waterfront district. Feast on European cuisine with an Asian flair, while taking in the breathtaking view from the terrace.

Meals include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

DAY NINE
Shanghai
Fuxin Park Activities
Join the locals at Fuxin Park — designed by French émigrés to remind them of their beloved Parisian Parks — for demonstrations of fan dancing and martial arts.

Tour of Old Shanghai and Yu Gardens
Stroll the narrow streets of Old Shanghai, a colorful district known for its preserved classic architecture and lively open-air markets. Yu Gardens is the perfect place to unwind. This 300-year-old oasis offers a calm retreat in the heart of one of the world's busiest cities.

Lunch at Jin Mao Tower
Enjoy a buffet lunch at the Grand Café at the Hyatt.

Afternoon On Your Own in Shanghai
After lunch on the 54th floor of the famous Jin Mao Tower — one of the world's tallest buildings — the afternoon is yours to enjoy the hotel's amenities or explore Shanghai's many attractions and fabulous restaurants on your own. Ask your Adventure Guide for suggestions.

Meals include: Breakfast and Lunch

DAY TEN
Shanghai
Museums or Morning Rest
It's your choice. Relax and take a break from organized activities and explore the city on your own. Or as an optional visit, hop on the coach for a complimentary ride to either of Shanghai's two top museums. The Shanghai Museum* houses China's finest collection of art and relics, and the Science and Technology Museum* is an imaginative interactive experience for kids of all ages.

Shanghai Acrobat Show
After a dinner of classic Shanghai dishes, enjoy a visual feast and amazing show: ERA - Intersection of Time. This production is an updated version of classic Chinese acrobatics enhanced with a live rock band, exciting choreography, light effects and a breathtaking array of talented performers. You won't want to miss the grand finale featuring eight motorcycles!

Meals include: Breakfast and Dinner
* Additional charges will apply for entry.

DAY ELEVEN
Hong Kong
Fly to Hong Kong
After breakfast, you will transfer to the Shanghai Airport via the MagLev Train (7-minute ride) and take a 2 1/2 hour flight to Hong Kong. Lunch is included in-flight.

An Afternoon at the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
Welcome to Hong Kong! After checking in to the Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy the Park. Your VIP experience includes built-in Disney's FASTPASS® service, special entry passes for stage shows, and reserved viewing for the afternoon parade.

Meal included: Breakfast

DAY TWELVE
Hong Kong
Breakfast and Beyond
Start your day with some of your favorite Disney characters in the Enchanted Garden Restaurant in the Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel. Afterwards, you can stay at the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort to spend more time at the Park* or to enjoy the hotel's many amenities, including a spa*, pool and tennis courts on your own. However, if you prefer more activity, join your Adventure Guides for a privately-guided tour of fascinating Hong Kong.

Tour of Hong Kong
Hong Kong is famous for its skyscrapers, expansive harbor, stunning views and world-class shopping. Take the morning to shop and lunch on your own at Stanley Market. In the afternoon, enjoy the stunning panoramic views from the Observation Center atop Victoria Peak, descend the hill on the historic Peak Tram (a funicular railway), and ride the classic ferry service across the famous harbor to Kowloon.

Farewell Dinner
Join other Adventurers for a delicious dinner in the Crystal Lotus, the hotel's elegant and evocative restaurant, with a menu that celebrates the Four Beauties of China and caps your unforgettable trip to this amazing country.

Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner
* Additional charges will apply

DAY THIRTEEN
Hong Kong
Breakfast at the Hotel
Say farewell to China and your newfound friends over a final breakfast in the Enchanted Garden Restaurant.

Transfers to the Airport
Relax while we handle your luggage and arrange for transportation to the airport.

Meal included: Breakfast

Information subject to change


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Prices for this trip vary within these ranges based primarily on when you book and travel; they are subject to change without notice. Please note, the price ranges set forth below include double, triple and quad occupancy.

Adult $5,849 - $5,959
Child $5,279 - $5,379


Trip Dates and Current Rates
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Rates based on double occupancy Adult Child
May 15, 2011 - May 27, 2011 (Adult Exclusive - 18 and over) $5,849 N/A
Jun 12, 2011 - Jun 24, 2011 $5,849 $5,279
Jul 10, 2011 - Jul 22, 2011 $5,849 $5,279
Jul 31, 2011 - Aug 12, 2011 $5,849 $5,279
Aug 07, 2011 - Aug 19, 2011 $5,959 $5,379

(1) All prices are in U.S. dollars. AIRFARE TO AND FROM DESTINATION IS NOT INCLUDED IN OUR LAND PACKAGE PRICES. Your land package pricing, which will be confirmed once we receive your USD$300 per person deposit, is guaranteed at the time of booking for your party. Government fees or taxes are subject to change. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added. The child rate applies to Guests under 12 at the time of travel when accompanied by an adult in the same room. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. If you are traveling with children, check this trip's minimum eligibility age and recommended minimum age, which you can find in the Overview, FAQs and Itinerary. Room configurations are subject to availability. Please see "Notes on Accommodations" for room configurations.

(2) Guarantee Terms & Conditions: Adventures by Disney Travel Services, Inc. will not cancel any regularly scheduled departure of any 2011 season itinerary less than 70 calendar days prior to its scheduled start date, except if cancellation of same is due to: (1) non-payment by the Guest; or (2) factors beyond our reasonable control, such as, but not limited to: industry-wide strikes, civil unrest, embargos, fires, explosions, floods, earthquakes, typhoons or similar severe storm, wars (whether or not declared), or acts or threats of terrorism or a direct response to same; in which case the provisions of our standard Terms and Conditions shall apply

Note on Accommodations: Subject to availability:
•  Parties of three in Beijing, Chengdu, Guilin, and Shanghai are accommodated in one room having a rollaway and one king bed, one queen bed or two double beds. Parties of three at the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort are accommodated in one room with two queen beds.
•  Parties of four booked as a quad: In Beijing, Chengdu, Guilin, and Shanghai, quads must be accommodated in two connecting rooms, each having one king bed, one queen bed or two double beds. At the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, quads are accommodated in two connecting rooms with two queen beds.
•  Parties of four booked as two doubles are accommodated in two rooms, each having one king or one queen bed or two double or two queen beds. Connecting rooms and rollaways may be requested.

 
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