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Glories of China 15 DAY 9: XIAN Visit one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20 th century, the Terracotta Warriors. The figures were created 2,000 years ago to accompany Qin Shihuang into the afterlife. You will also walk along the ancient city wall, one of the best preserved in China. (B, L, D) DAY 10: XIAN TO BEIJING Visit the Little Wild Goose Pagoda and the renowned Shaanxi Museum, which is home to thousands of priceless relics. You will also stroll through the lively Muslim Quarter to explore the Islamic food markets before flying to Beijing, China's capital city. (B, L, D) DAY 11: BEIJING Sightseeing today includes a stroll through Tiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao's Mausoleum to the treasure-filled Forbidden City, the largest and best-preserved collection of ancient buildings in China from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, housing over 8,000 rooms. (B, L, D) DAY 12: BEIJING Walk on the Great Wall to appreciate 2,000 years of historical significance while admiring panoramic views. The Great Wall is China's most iconic attraction, and stretches over 4,000 miles from the Shanhaiguan Pass on the east coast to the Gobi Desert in the west. Also visit the unique Temple of Heaven and see a fascinating Chinese acrobatic show in the evening. (B, L, D) DAY 13: BEIJING Experience a rickshaw ride through the traditional hutong district, showing you an older side of this intriguing city. Tour the exquisite Summer Palace, considered a masterpiece of Chinese landscape design. Your evening meal includes the local delicacy, Peking duck. (B, L, D) DAY 14: BEIJING TO US Fly to the US, arriving home later the same day or the following morning, depending on flight schedules. (B) For a degree of independence and flexibility, this tour is available as a private option as well. Pricing is available upon request. GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & RATES Outbound Return To USA Rates* FEB 14, 2015 FEB 27, 2015 FEB 21, 2015 MAR 6, 2015 MAR 7, 2015 MAR 20, 2015 MAR 21, 2015 APR 3, 2015 MAR 28, 2015 APR 10, 2015 APR 4, 2015 APR 17, 2015 APR 11, 2015 APR 24, 2015 APR 16, 2015 APR 29, 2015 MAY 5, 2015 MAY 18, 2015 MAY 9, 2015 MAY 22, 2015 MAY 23, 2015 JUN 5, 2015 JUN 6, 2015 JUN 19, 2015 JUN 27, 2015 JUL 10, 2015 JUL 25, 2015 AUG 7, 2015 AUG 15, 2015 AUG 28, 2015 SEP 5, 2015 SEP 18, 2015 SEP 12, 2015 SEP 25, 2015 SEP 19, 2015 OCT 2, 2015 SEP 26, 2015 OCT 9, 2015 OCT 10, 2015 OCT 23, 2015 OCT 17, 2015 OCT 30, 2015 OCT 31, 2015 NOV 13, 2015 NOV 14, 2015 NOV 27, 2015 NOV 21, 2015 DEC 4, 2015 NOTE: SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT APPLIES. For your convenience, we implement a one time tipping protocol of $63 per person on this tour to be paid locally. $2,490 $2,890 $3,140 $3,290 $3,390 $3,190 Forbidden City, Beijing MEALS INCLUDED: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner Consult your travel agent for more details on this and other escorted tours. *RATES ARE PER PERSON, BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDE: Visa services for US and Canadian passport holders only Group airport transfers Domestic airfare and current taxes (within China) Domestic ground transportation (within China) Accommodations & taxes • Meals as indicated Sightseeing and entrance fees with English-speaking guide National Escort throughout with Local Insider Guides at each destination $2,590