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6 Exploring China Discover the magic of China with one of our popular group tours. By traveling with a group of likeminded people on tried and tested itineraries, our group tours offer a fully inclusive vacation at an excellent value. YOUR NATIONAL ESCORT, PLUS LOCAL GUIDES One of the key benefits of traveling on a group tour is that you will be accompanied by a National Escort throughout your vacation, from your arrival in China right up until you depart for home (minimum 10 passengers). You will also be joined by expert Local Guides who provide an authentic view of each place we visit. Our customers consistently sing the praises about the knowledge and professionalism of our National Escorts and Local Guides, particularly their friendly, supportive nature. GUARANTEED DEPARTURES ON ALL TOURS Book with confidence knowing that our tours are guaranteed to depart. This is subject to a minimum of two passengers traveling and applies to all departures. A National Escort will accompany each group of over 10 travelers, while groups of a smaller size will use Local Guides only. SMALL GROUP SIZE The group size varies depending on the tour, but we offer a maximum of no more than 28 passengers on all Classic Group Tours, and 18 passengers on Premier Tours, although you may meet other groups traveling concurrently. Traveling with a small group of fellow travelers is a great way to enjoy new places, share new experiences and meet new people. SEAT-AND-A-HALF POLICY Your comfort is our priority, so for a group of 28 passengers, we use a motorcoach with about 48 seats. This gives our passengers over a seat and a half of space each, allowing ample seating and storage space. On some departures where we have a smaller number of passengers, we may reduce the vehicle size, but will always endeavor to maintain our seat-and-a-half policy. The only exceptions are where we are in remote areas or are obliged to use official vehicles (e.g. within a national park). The prices of Classic Group Tours are a great value because they are absolutely, fully inclusive: • Domestic transport and transfers • All accommodations and cruises • Meals as indicated • National Escort and Local Guides • Daily tours with entrance fees • Visa fees for US and Canadian passport holders • Taxes On Classic Group Tours, all you have to pay for locally are tips and any personal expenditures, which could include optional excursions, shows or, of course, souvenirs. PREMIER COLLECTION TOURS Wendy Wu's Premier Collection offers authentic experiences with added swag. We've combined the Hassle Free Inclusions Wendy Wu is popular for with high end accommodations, gourmet meals, more leisure time and some very unique experiences. We have selected five- star luxury hotels for you to enjoy. These hotels are of a western standard in central locations, such as the Shangri-La Hotel in Beijing, the Grand Central Hotel in Shanghai and the Sheraton in Guilin. The group sizes are limited to a maximum of 18 total passengers per group. Not only does this give you more space on the coach, it also gives you more one-on-one time with your guides. Remember, you will be guided by two escorts: one remains with you throughout your tour and a second Local Guide who is a specialist in each city you visit. We upgrade the meals to give you more choices and extraordinary culinary experiences, including Peking duck at the famed Quanjude Restaurant and a Shui Jiao dumpling banquet at De Fa Chang Restaurant in Xian. We also leave some evenings free so you can enjoy a quiet evening away from your group. Your Tour Director will be available to help you make reservations. PREMIER EXPERIENCES China is as much about experiences as it is iconic attractions. We've included some unique events to truly become immersed in the culture and make certain encounters all the more memorable. Take home a special souvenir from a calligraphy class with a local family in the hutongs and discover the incredible Terracotta Warriors with an archeologist at this working site. Become captivated by the panda bears at the Chengdu Panda Reserve when touring with a resident expert and celebrate your climb to the top of the Great Wall with a champagne toast! Whatever your choice, Classic or Premier, you are about to journey to a magical place and have the experience of a lifetime. CLASSIC AND PREMIER COLLECTION GROUP TOURS 6 Classic and Premier Collection Group Tours Shanghai

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