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This document summarizes a 10-day tour of China organized by Asia Getaway Inc for the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce from March 15-24, 2011. The tour will visit Beijing, Hangzhou, and Shanghai, staying in 5-star hotels. It provides details on flights, visa requirements, meals, transportation, guides and an itinerary that includes major sites like the Great Wall and Forbidden City. Optional excursions like shows and shopping are also listed.
Presentation from Information Session
- 1. China Discovery Tour Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce March 15-24, 2011 By Asia Getaway Inc Your Gateway to Asia
- 2. 10 Days Beijing, Hangzhou & Shanghai See the Imperial, Scenic and New China
- 3. We make it easy for you to travel
- 4. How to Get There More than 30 flights per day from North America to China. Direct flights include: United, Northwest, China Southern, China Eastern and Air China.
- 5. Tentative Flight Schedule Departure Date Arrival Date Departure / Arrival City Flight Number Departure / Arrival Time March 15, 2011 March 15, 2011 San Antonio / San Francisco United Airlines UA 6253 8:00 AM / 9:43 AM March 15, 2011 March 16, 2011 San Francisco / Beijing United Airlines UA 889 1:07 PM / 4:25 PM March 24, 2011 March 24, 2011 Shanghai / San Francisco United Airlines UA 858 12:45 PM / 8:23 AM March 24, 2011 March 24, 2011 San Francisco / San Antonio United Airlines UA 6252 2:32 PM / 7:54 PM
- 6. Weather
- 7. Visa Application Visa is required for all American to China. Visa can be obtained through Chinese Consulate or contact Asia Getaway Inc for our visa service.
- 8. Accommodations 5 Stars hotels Western comforts with hair dryer, phone, safe, necessary amenities, English Channel TV, mini bar. Even come with slippers!
- 9. Health Requirement No special vaccinations are required. Travelers should bring with them any special health remedies or medications they require. Travel to high-altitude areas such as Tibet is not recommended for those with pulmonary or heart problems.
- 10. Luggage & Customs Regulations One piece of checked in bag of 44 lbs is allowed when travel within China. One piece of hand carry is allowed. Reasonable amount of currency (up to $5000) Alcohol and cigarettes, cameras, and tape-recorders can be brought into China. Liquor has to be check in.
- 11. Currency Chinese money is called Renminbi (RMB) means "The People's Currency". The popular unit of RMB is yuan " . The official exchange rate between U.S. dollar and Renminbi yuan currently is about 1:6 .75 (1 US dollar = 6.75 yuan RMB)
- 12. Electrical Throughout China 220 volt/50 cycle is used. Although 5 star hotels are wired for use of 110 electrical appliances. Most hotels have a hand hair-dryer in each room.
- 13. Group check-in Special group check in at hotel and airport.
- 14. Transportation Deluxe air-conditioned coach 53 seats coach
- 15. Food & Taste of Local Cuisine Dumpling Breakfast – all breakfasts will be full international buffet style, which includes eggs, meats, coffee, tea, juice, breads, fruit, cereal etc. Lunch and dinner arranged in Chinese family style. Some buffet dinners will be included. One soft drink included during meal. Refills, coffee, tea is not included with Chinese meals. DINNER AT HOTEL Added Value
- 16. Restaurants
- 17. Tour Guide Bilingual Tour Guides Extensive and knowledgeable experiences. The top winner of local guide in Zhejiang province
- 18. Program 10 Days China Discovery Tour Beijing / Hangzhou / Shanghai March 15-24, 2011
- 19. Itinerary Day 1 (Mar 15): Depart from your gateway to Beijing. Day 2 (Mar 16): Arrive in Beijing. Meet and transfer to hotel. Enjoy a welcome dinner in the evening. (D) Day 3 (Mar 17): Morning, visit the Summer Palace, Pearl Workshop, Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City. Evening, enjoy a famous Peking Duck dinner. Optional Kung Fu Legend show. After dinner, suggest you join the optional Kung Fu Legend show . (B/L/D) Day 4 (Mar 18): This morning, join the local to do morning exercise followed by visit the Temple of Heaven, Cloisonne Factory and Sacred Road. Lunch with Jade Workshop. Then climb the Great Wall and pass by the 2008 Olympic Sites. (B/L/D)
- 20. Itinerary (Con ’ t) Day 5 (Mar 19): Fly to Shanghai and transfer to Hangzhou. Visit the Economic Development Zone to see the future of China. (B/L/D) Day 6 (Mar 20): Visit Lingyin Temple, the West Lake, and taste the world famous Dragon Well Tea. (B/L/D) Day 7 (Mar 21): Proceed to Shanghai. Optional Traditional Chinese Reflexology. Optional ERA-Intersection of Time by Cirque du Solei. (B/L/D) Day 8 (Mar 22): Explore Shanghai by visiting Yuyuan Garden, the Bund and Silk Weaving Workshop. Optional Evening Cruise on Huangpu River. (B/L/D) Day 9 (Mar 23): Full day free at explore Shanghai or join the optional Watertown Tour to Fengjing . Farewell dinner (B/-/D) Day 10 (Mar 24): Transfer to airport for your flight home. Optional Maglev Train ride. (B)
- 21. Beijing The capital of China
- 22. Summer Palace Summer Palace, the UNESCO site and is an ancient royal resort. alace literally "Garden of Nurtured Harmony”. It is an ancient royal resort. In 1998, UNESCO included the Summer Palace on its World Heritage List.
- 23. Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City Tiananmen Square was built in 1651, is the largest public square in the world. Forbidden City is the largest and most complete Imperial palace in the world, which was built in 1406.
- 24. Peking Duck Dinner Peking Duck (Peking Roast Duck) is a famous duck dish from Beijing that has been prepared since the imperial era, and is now considered one of China ’ s national foods.
- 25. Morning Exercise & Temple of Heaven Learn Tai Chi and other morning exercise with the locals. Temple of Heaven was built in 1420. It was the temple where emperors prayed for good harvest.
- 26. Sacred Way Alongside the Sacred Way are 18 pairs of marble figures that over 500 years old.
- 27. Great Wall The only man made object can be seen from the moon. It was first built in 7 BC. Approximately 45 minutes ride from the city.
- 28. Olympic Sites Beijing National Stadium (Bird’s Nest) Beijing National Aquatics Center (Water Cube)
- 29. Hangzhou The scenic city
- 31. Lingyin Temple & West Lake Lingyin Temple is a Buddhist Temple. It is one of the largest and wealthiest Buddhist temples in China, and contains numerous pagodas and Budddhist grottoes. West Lake is a famous fresh water lake. It is famous for its picturesque landscape.
- 32. Longjing Tea Plantation Longjing actually means, "Dragon Well" and according to legend, the Dragon Well was discovered in about 230AD. Tea Ceremony and learn how to drink Dragon Well Tea
- 33. Shanghai The largest city in China
- 34. Yuyuan Garden & the Bund Yuyuan Garden is one of the China ’ s finest examples of Ming Dynasty. It is one of the four best garden in China. The Bund - The birthplace and the symbol of Shanghai. It is China ’ s most famous waterfront is lined with 1930 ’ s buildings
- 35. Silk Weaving Workshop Silk weaving is an age-old handicraft industry in China. At the Silk Weaving workshop, you will see the entire process of produce silk from silkworm.
- 36. Accommodations
- 37. Beijing Marriott City Wall Hotel
- 38. Hangzhou Sofitel Xanadu Resort
- 39. Shanghai Renaissance Zhongshan Park Hotel
- 40. Optional Tours & Shopping
- 41. Kung Fu Legend Show (Optional) Kung Fu Legend Show is a combination of the elements of kung fu, story telling, acrobatics, modern dance and original music to celebrate the philosophy and skill of martial arts. (USD 28 per person)
- 42. Traditional Chinese Reflexology (Optional) The Traditional Chinese reflexology is the ancient art of healing by working pressure points on the feet corresponding to different parts of the body. It helps unblock these pathways by ridding the body of toxins and improving blood circulation. (USD 28 per person)
- 43. Acrobatic Show (Optional) The must see show in Shanghai. (USD35 per person)
- 44. Huangpu River Cruise (Optional) The cruise will absolutely build in every one an unforgettable impression of Grand Shanghai! (USD 25 per person)
- 45. Fengjing Ancient Watertown (Optional) Enjoy the beautiful and natural scenery of this small town. You will also visit the Old Street Long Corridor, the ancient drama stage. (USD38 per person)
- 46. Maglev Train (Optional) Shanghai maglev train, the fastest bullet train, at top speed of 431 kilometers per-hour. It takes only 7 minutes and 20 seconds to cover 30-kilometer trip, which currently takes 30 to 40 minutes by driving. (USD 15 per person)
- 47. Best Buy in China Pearl, Jade, Cloisonne, and Silk.
- 48. About Asia Getaway Established in 1997, Asia Getaway is highly specialized in designing and operating travel programs for business, professional and special interest groups. Whether you are an association looking for an appealing venue for your next conference, a company wishing to network with similar business colleagues overseas, or a travel agent booking a senior group, Asia Getaway's experts have the experience and the contacts to make your journey successful.
- 49. Testimonials
- 50. Testimonials
- 51. Testimonials
- 52. Famous Chinese Quote See you in China!
- 53. STEPS TO REGISTER : Complete Registration Form, $250 deposit Submit photocopy of passport Submit travel insurance to Asia Getaway Submit Chinese Visa Application with 2 passport size photos, payment & passport
- 54. IMPORTANT DEADLINES TO REMEMBER: Friday, January 28 th – payment in full Friday, January 17 th – 1 st visa deadline Monday, February 7 th – 2 nd visa deadline Monday, February 14 th – optional tours
Editor's Notes
- #54: Complete Registration Form (must sign 3 rd page consent form); registration form must be accompanied by deposit or payment in full Submit photocopy of passport needs to have at least 6 months validity from date we travel. If your passport expires before September 25 th , 2011, you will need to renew your passport Submit travel insurance to Asia Getaway; comprehensive package that offers trip cancellation coverage, emergency medical, baggage loss, etc. Prices vary based on age bracket you fall in; whether you’re paying member or non-member price, single occupancy, busn class upgrade. Recommend you purchase biz pack if you think you may have to cancel for business reasons. Submit and pay for your insurance within 14 days after your first trip payment (deposit or full). Submit Chinese Visa Application with 2 passport size photos (2 x 2) & passport (passport photos for $12 at Walgreens, CVS, Wal-Mart, etc.)
- #55: Expect to be without your passport for about 30 days from the day you sumbit it. Usually takes only about 2-3 weeks