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Bid Per Package Valid for an Amazing 13 Day Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai, CHINA Tour Including Air, Accommodations, and More!

An In-Depth Look at China's Imperial Cities!

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Item Description

Item #: 1395071
This is a Bid Per Person Auction. Bid for the price you are willing to pay for a single person. When you win, you may request up to 8 people to travel at your per person winning price each. For example, if you win this auction for $50, then up to 8 people may travel for $50 each! At least 2 people must travel.

Depart via the services of United Airlines from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland (Oregon) or many other U.S. and Canadian departure cities (at an additional cost per person - see click-thru below for details) to Beijing, China on one of the following Thursdays:

September 4 or 18, 2008
October 9, 2008
November 6 or 13, 2008

Seasonal Surcharges apply for travel on certain dates.  Please see below for details.

TOUR ITINERARY


Day 1 Thursday: USA or Canada to BEIJING
Fly transpacific aboard United Airlines as you head toward your vacation in Scenic China!

Day 2 Friday: ARRIVE BEIJING
Welcome to China's capital, Beijing. You are greeted and escorted to check in to the Capital Hotel Beijing.

Day 3 Saturday: BEIJING
Today's tour introduces impressive Tian An Men Square and the Forbidden City's Imperial Palace, with admission to the living quarters, museum and jewelry sections. After lunch,continue to the exquisite Summer Palace, with a cruise on Lake Kunming (weather permitting).
MEALS: American Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 Sunday: BEIJING
A highlight of your visit to China today: stroll along the ancient ramparts of the renowned Great Wall.Visit a cloisonn factory and observe the skilled artisans create intricate designs.Walk along the Sacred Way to the Ming Tombs and Chang Ling Exhibition Hall.
MEALS: American Breakfast, Lunch



Day 5 Monday: BEIJING
A free dayyou might join our optional Hutong tour.You'll be carried by pedicab through the Hutong's ancient streets, then visit a courtyard-style family residence, and admire the city view from atop the Drum Tower Pagoda.
MEALS: American Breakfast

Day 6 Tuesday: BEIJING
Explore this historic city on your own. Perhaps take an optional tour of The exquisite Temple of Heaven, or shop for souvenirs.
MEALS: American Breakfast

Day 7 Wednesday: BEIJING to XI'AN
Fly to historic Xi'an, ancient capital of China. Then see the scenic Wild Goose Pagoda. Overnight at the Grand New World Hotel.
MEALS: American Breakfast

Day 8 Thursday: XI'AN
View the extraordinary life-sized terracotta army, no two alike, buried for over 2200 years; Circle Vision Movie; Bronze Chariot, Shaanxi Provincial Historical Museum and a jade carving factory.
MEALS: American Breakfast, Lunch

Day 9 Friday: XI'AN to SHANGHAI
Today, take a flight bound for cosmopolitan Shanghai and check in to the Hua Ting Hotel & Towers. The balance of the day is free.
MEALS: American Breakfast

Day 10 Saturday: SHANGHAI
Today's sightseeing: emporium-lined Nanjing or Huai Hai Road, the glories of old China at the Shanghai Museum and the Jade Buddha Temple.Visit a carpet factory and then on to the famous Bund and to see a performance at the Children's Palace.
MEALS: American Breakfast, Lunch

Day 11 Sunday: SHANGHAI
Free day to enjoy at leisure or take one of our optional excursions.
MEALS: American Breakfast

Day 12 Monday: SHANGHAI
Free day to explore on your own or for last minute shopping and sightseeing. Perhaps take an optional tour.
MEALS: American Breakfast

Day 13 Tuesday: SHANGHAI TO USA or Canada
Fly home today on United Airlines.
MEALS: American Breakfast

Optional Tours - BEIJING:
~Hutong Half-Day Tour (includes lunch) for +$46 per person
~Tibetan Lamasery and Temple of Heaven (includes lunch) for +$65 per person
~Beijing Duck Dinner and Acrobatic Show for +$60 per person
~The Legend of Kung Fu Performance for +$30 per person

Optional Tours - SHANGHAI:
~
Hongkou (Jewish Heritage) Half-Day Tour for +$79 per person
~Full Day Zhujiajiao Tour (includes lunch) for +$72 per person
~Full Day Suzhou Tour (includes lunch) for +$89 per person
~Full Day Hangzhou Tour (includes lunch) for +$99 per person
~Chinese Dinner with Acrobatic Show for +$50 per person

Single Supplement: Accommodations are based on double occupancy and a minimum of 2 passengers must travel.  A $695.00 single supplement is available for odd numbered parties over 2 people.

Air Tax, Fuel Surcharges & security charges of $440.00 per person additional.

Reservations subject to availability.

All U.S. and Canadian citizens require a valid entry Visa for travel into China.

The names submitted must be spelled correctly and exactly match the names on the Passports. Any fees associated with correcting misspelled names will be the responsibility of the passengers.

Minimum of 6 passengers required for guaranteed departures. Supplemental charges apply if the group is less than 6 members.




Bid price is per person based on double occupancy. Some room types allow additional guests. Please refer to offer description for details. If you are bidding for more than two people, please advise your rooming preferences during submission.
Fuel Surcharge Notification
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Surcharges
  • Seasonal Surcharge (6/26/2008-9/18/2008) for $200 per person
  • Seasonal Surcharge (6/12/2008, 10/9/2008) for $275 per person

Options Available
  • BEIJING: Beijing Duck Dinner and Acrobatic Show for $60 per person
  • BEIJING: Hutong Half-Day Tour (includes lunch) for $46 per person
  • BEIJING: The Legend of Kung Fu Performance for $30 per person
  • BEIJING: Tibetan Lamasery and Temple of Heaven (includes lunch) for $65 per person
  • SHANGHAI: Hongkou (Jewish Heritage) Half-Day Tour for $79 per person
  • SHANGHAI: Full Day Zhujiajiao Tour (includes lunch) for $72 per person
  • SHANGHAI: Full Day Suzhou Tour (includes lunch) for $89 per person
  • SHANGHAI: Full Day Hangzhou Tour (includes lunch) for $99 per person
  • SHANGHAI: Chinese Dinner with Acrobatic Show for $50 per person

Travel Details

Airline(s): United Airlines **
Departure Cities:
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Destination Cities:
Beijing, China (BJS)
Departure Dates Allowed: Anytime within the following date(s):
9/4/2008 9/18/2008 10/9/2008 11/6/2008 11/13/2008
Return Dates Allowed: Anytime within the following date(s):
4/29/2008 thru 11/25/2008
Minimum/Maximum Stay:
12 nights.
First possible travel day is 14 day(s) after submission of travel preferences.
Taxes/Service Charges: $440 additional per person
Single supplement charge: $695

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