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15 Day Tibet & Yangtze River Cruise Tour

YOUR 15 DAY VACATION INCLUDES... Roundtrip Airfare from Orlando All Intra - China Air China VISA Roundtrip transfer to Orlando Driver Gratuity for transfer National Tour Guide & Driver Gratuities in China Customary Onboard Gratuities All Meals & Entertainment Onboard Ship 14 Breakfasts, 10Lunches, & 12 Dinners on Tour 11 Nights in Deluxe Hotels 3 Nights on VICTORIA CRUISES in an outside cabin with a balcony Special Group Feature: Hutong Tour by old fashion pedi-cab

April 2 - 17, 2012


Monday - Tuesday 15 Days, 14 Nights

HARBOR CITY TRAVEL & TOURS

Itinerary Map

With visits to... Bejing, Shanghai, Three Gorges, Terra-Cotta warriors, Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City & the Great Wall of China
Journey to Tibet & China, including the Yangtze River experience. Depart for Bejing, returning from Shanghai. This phenomenal itinerary presents China & Tibets key highlights, from the modern city of Shanghai to the legendary Yangtze including the scenic Three Gorges. See the extraordinary Terra-Cotta warriors, Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City & the Great Wall of China. Experience the Tibetan summer palace, the Drepang Monastery & the world-famous Potala Palace, former living quarters of the Dalai Lama.

Day 1 Depart USA and Arrive Beijing Day 5 Xi'an AB, L, D Depart the USA and cross the international dateline. You will check in your See the extraordinary Terra-Cotta legion of Deluxe accommodations. warriors , the Bronze Chariot, buried with the emperor for over 2,200 years, and the Circle Day 2 Beijing AB, L, D Vision Movie. After lunch, tour to Xi'an City This morning, see vast Tiananmen Square and the Wall. extravagant Ming-era Imperial Palace in the Forbidden Day 6 Xi'an / Lhasa AB, D City , including the jewelry section. After lunch, visit After breakfast, Fly to Lhasa, capital of Tibet where you will be the elegant Summer Palace, a UNESCO World greeted at the airport with a traditional Tibetan welcome Heritage site, with the largest imperial garden in the ceremony.* The rest of the day is free to adjust to the altitude of world. The grounds include over 3,000 structures with a variety of pavilions, towers and arched bridges one of the world's highest plateaus about 12,000 feet above sea surrounding Lake Kunming with boat ride (weather level.*Welcome ceremony with 10 or more passengers. If direct permitting). Tonight, attend a Beijing Duck dinner. flight is not available, fly from Xi'an to Chengdu to Lhasa. Day 3 Beijing AB, L, D A highlight of your trip today as you visit the renowned Great Wall. On the way, if traffic allows, stop to photograph the iconic "Bird's Nest" the Beijing National Stadiumhost to many spectacular events of the 2008 Summer Olympics. Then arrive at the amazing Great Wall, and walk along its ramparts as emperors once did. After lunch, visit a Cloisonn Factory and observe the skilled artisans at work as they create intricate designs. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to shop and explore on your own, after enjoying the included group feature - Hutong Tour.

Day 7 Lhasa AB, L, D An extraordinary day of sightseeing shows Norbulingkha, the Tibetan summer palace, built by the seventh Dalai Lama in the 18th century. Then visit scenic Drepung Monastery, once home to 10,000 Lamas or visit Sera Monastery to see groups of redrobed young monks debate Buddhist doctrines in lively traditional style.

Day 8 Lhasa AB, L, DS You'll not soon forget the spectacular architecture at the worldDay 4 Beijing / Xi'an AB, DS famous Potala Palace. This morning, visit the exquisite 15th century Temple of Heaven , renowned for its unique blue dome. See the Imperial Ceiling of Heaven, Former living quarters of the Dalai Lama, its massive 1,000 room Echo Wall and the Nine-Dragon Cypress, more than 500 years old. structure towers over this mountain city. Continue on to visit the Perhaps shop for local bargains. Then fly to historic Xi'an, former capital of famous Barkhor Market where you may shop for Tibetan items. China. Tonight, you are our guest at the celebrated Tang Dynasty dinner At Barkhor Square tour one of Tibet's holiest shrines, revered 7th show. century Jokhang Temple, where pilgrims come to worship before the statue of the Sakyamuni Buddha, lavishly enthroned in gold. This evening, enjoy a memorable Tibetan dinner and show.

Itinerary continued...
Day 9 Lhasa / Chongqing* / Yangtze Cruise AB, L, D This morning depart for the airport and fly to Chongqing. Sightsee this mountainside city, where neighborhoods rise in tiers along the riverbank above the mighty Yangtze River . Visit Giant Pandas at the Chongqing Zoo. Board a Victoria Cruises ship to begin your memorable cruise. Enjoy a buffet dinner on board ship.*If direct flight is not available, fly from Lhasa to Chengdu and motorcoach to Chongqing. Day 10 Yangtze Cruise Fengdu* AB, L, D At Fengdu, a shore excursion shows Mingshan Hill's unique temples, with statues of ghosts and devils. *Alternate shore excursion may visit new Immigration Village or Wanzhou. Day 11 Yangtze Cruise Qutang Gorge / Small Gorges Excursion / Wu Gorge / Xiling Gorge AB, L, D An exciting day begins as you cruise through the first of the fabled Three Gorges: Qutang Gorge hemmed by mossy cliffs. Arriving at Wushan, transfer to a cruiser for an excursion up the Daning River to view the breathtaking Small Gorges. Continue by sampan to the picturesque mini-gorges of the Ma Du River with its clear, swift water and unusual rock formations. Alternatively, your excursion may be on Shennong Stream with its equally spectacular small gorges. Rejoin your cruise ship and sail on through Wu Gorge, celebrated for its Twelve Peaks, and on through Xiling Gorge, the last and most scenic gorge. Finally, you sail through the Three Gorges ship locks. Day 12 Yangtze Cruise Yichang to Shanghai* AB, L, D This morning, visit the historic Three Gorges Dam at San Dou Ping, the world's largest hydroelectric project. At Yichang, disembark and board your flight to Shanghai. *If direct flight is not available, travel by motorcoach to Wuhan and fly to Shanghai. Day 13 Shanghai AB, L, D Sightsee Shanghai's highlights: the Shanghai Museum, with an audio tour describing the special features of the museum's permanent collections, Children's Palace or Urban Planning Center , Yu Garden and the Old Town , the city's colonial European past at The Bund, the modern Xintiandi, and a renowned Shanghai silk carpet factory. Tonight after dinner, enjoy an astonishing performance of the world-famous Shanghai acrobats. Day 14 Shanghai AB Full day at leisure to shop and explore this modern cosmopolitan city on your own or take an optional tour. Day 15 Journey Home AB After breakfast, your program draws to a close, as we say farewell and board our plane for the U.S.

Ship Facts & Features


Awarded 5-Stars by the China National Tourism Administration in 2003, the Victoria Selina is the recognized leader on the Yangtze River along with its sister ships, the Prince and Lianna. With sky blue lighting glowing from the periphery of high ceilings, and elegant decor throughout the ship's interior, passengers will sail in comfort as they experience the scenery, natural history and culture of the Yangtze. Traveling in sophisticated style, passengers will have on-board internet access, international cable television in living quarters, and international phone service available aboard the ship. Beautifully furnished cabins and suites boast authentic Shanghainese cotton bed spreads and pillow cases, and private balconies for viewing the scenery of the gorges.
Year Built 1994 Rebuilt 2011

Ship Specifications & Features


Elevator 2 Restaurants 4 Passenger Decks 121 Crew Members 100 Superior Cabins 7 Executive Suites 2 Shangri-La Suites 109 Total Cabins / 218 Total Passengers

Gross Tonnage 4587T Length 89.4m Beam/Width 16.4m Draft 2.7m Speed 28km/h

All inclusive air/tour/river fares: $4,999.00


3rd Deck and Higher is an additional $150.00 per person and includes A-la-Carte Dining, exclusive use of Executive Lounge, small group excursions, all day coffee, tea and soft drinks, complimentary Happy Hour with local wine and beer, private lectures and reserved seating at evening entertainment. The rate is per person, based on double occupancy. Port charge, airfare and air taxes are included and are subject to change. Single add on is $1,299.00. Triple or quads are not available. DEPOSITS & PAYMENTS: Deposit of $1,000.00 per person due with reservation, along with a copy of your passport. $500.00 per person must be by cash or check. Final payment January 16, 2012.

Tibet & Yangtze River Cruise - Terms & Conditions


CREDIT CARDS: All major credit cards are accepted for payment, except $500.00 per person by check or cash. A signed credit card authorization form in required. AIR TRANSPORTATION: Is included and will be arranged in economy class. Air schedules are not available until approximately 4 to 8 weeks before departure. Flights can be arranged from other cities at lowest available fares DOCUMENTS/FEES: U.S. Citizens are required to carry a passport that is valid up to at least 6 months past our expected return date. China VISA is required and is included in your fare. U.S. Passport should have at least (4) blank pages for VISA stamps, excluding pages 22, 23 & 24 which are not accepted as VISA pages. Your passport, completed VISA Application and (1) passport photo (2x2) must be received by our office no later than January 16, 2012. Tibet entry permits are included with tour. Please let us know if you are a citizen of any other country. You will be advised closer to departure if any special foreign airport departure fees are required. You will be responsible for any additional costs. VACCINES & IMMUNIZATIONS: None Required. Please refer to www.nc.cdc.gov/ travel or consult your personal physician for guidance. CANCELLATION, CHANGES AND REFUNDS: After deposit, $1,000.00 per person, additionally at 75-69 days, 25% plus any air fees, 68-45 days, 35% plus any air fees, 44-30 days, 50% plus any air fees, 29 days or less, 100%. Should you fail to complete the trip for any reason there are no refunds for unused features. An additional charge may apply for any alteration or revision you make to your reservation after deposit and/or final payment date. TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN: Schedule of Coverage and Services Benefits: Limits Per Person Trip Cancellation - Up to Trip Cost* Trip Interruption - Up to 100% of Trip Cost* Trip Delay/$150/day - $500 Emergency Accident/Sickness Medical Expense - $25,000 Emergency Evacuation, Medically Necessary Repatriation, Repatriation of Remains $50,000 Baggage/Personal Effects - $1,000 Limit Per Article - $250 Combined Limit Valuables - $500 Baggage Delay (24 hours) - $300 Accidental Death & Dismemberment $10,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment/ Common Carrier (Air Only) - $30,000 Worldwide Assistance Services Included * Up to the trip cost paid, up to a maximum of $15,000 Protect Your Travel Investment Sometimes the unexpected can force you to cancel your trip. Consider the sickness or injury of you, your family member or your traveling companion; or a terrorist event in a city on your itinerary; bad weather that delays your departure; or storm damage to your home. Purchase your plan within fourteen (14) days of your initial trip deposit to be eligible for waiver of pre-existing conditions. You must be medically able to travel at the time you purchase the plan and this must be the first booking for the same travel period and destination. ESCAPADE TOURS: A group of 10 or more participants will be escorted by a professional bilingual Tour Director throughout mainland China and locally guided outside of mainland China, when applicable. With less than 10 participants, the tour will be locally guided throughout and we reserve the right to alter arrangements to best accommodate a smaller group, or to cancel the tour. HOST: Trip will be hosted by Dan & Diane Scheuerer. BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE: Handling for 1 suitcase per person is included for the International Flights Only. You are also allowed one carry-on or flight bag that you will handle yourself. NOT INCLUDED: Accommodations and meals not stated in the itinerary, passport fees, beverages not stated in the itinerary, laundry and all other items of a personal nature, optional tours, gratuities to local guides and hotel porters. Increases due to abnormal cost fluctuations and/or circumstances beyond supplier control. Since airfares and their conditions are subject to change, other charges may apply. CHANGES TO ITINERARY: We reserve the right to vary itineraries, suppliers, vendors and substitute the best alternate features available. In the event of cancellation or alteration of supplier itineraries, Harbor City Travel & Tours does not assume responsibility. The passenger contract shall constitute the sole contract between carriers and purchasers of these tours & cruises. DISABILITIES: Harbor City Travel must be notified of any health disability requiring special attention. SMOKING: Is not allowed on motorcoaches or during group functions. Air flights are non-smoking.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: You acknowledge and agree that the liability of Cobb Management, Inc., a Florida corporation, d/b/a Harbor City Tours and Harbor City Travel, 305 W. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901, 321-727-0946 and/or its agents or co-operative co-sponsors of its tours is strictly limited to that as described herein. Cobb Management, Inc., d/b/a Harbor City Travel & Tours shall not be liable for any act, error, omission, accident, damage, injury or loss resulting from any cause related to acts of third parties, including but not limited to any extra costs or losses resulting from any damage, expense or inconvenience caused by delayed or cancelled transportation services, changes of schedule, strikes or other conditions beyond the control of Harbor City Travel & Tours. All suppliers of services are independent and Harbor City Travel & Tours neither owns nor operates any of the suppliers of services. If any tour/ cruise must be withdrawn by Harbor City Travel & Tours prior to beginning travel date, Harbor City Travel & Tours liability is limited to a refund of monies received by us, exclusive of insurance. If any tour/ cruise must be withdrawn due to carrier default, Harbor City Travel & Tours liability is limited to a refund of monies, if any, that has not yet been sent to the defaulting supplier. Harbor City Travel & Tours reserves the right not to accept or retain as a tour passenger any person whose condition or general deportment impedes the operation of the tour or affects the rights, welfare or enjoyment of other passengers.

Harbor City Travel & Tours 305 W. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901 (321) 727-0946 (800) 397-2113 (321) 676-3907 (Fax)

HARBOR CITY TRAVEL & TOURS - RESERVATION FORM


Complete Following Form, Enclose Your Deposit and Mail To: Harbor City Travel & Tours, 305 W. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901 (321) 727-0946 / (800) 397-2113 / (321) 676-3907 (Fax)

Tibet & Yangtze River Cruise April 2 - 17, 2012


PERSONAL INFORMATION: **** Your name/s MUST be exactly as it appears on your passport. ***** Name:_______________________________________________Telephone:(_____)_________________ Spouse or Roommates Name:_____________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________City:________________________ State:______Zip:______________ Summer Address:_____________________________________City:________________________State:______Zip:______________ Telephone:(_____)_________________ Expected Date of Arrival Back in Florida:____________________

What name would you like on your Name Badge(s):_________________________________________ Physical Health/Disabilities: (You must state if you need any type of assistance - if you are in good general health, please ignore) _________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Celebrations: Please state occasion & date if you are having an anniversary or birthday on board: ____________________________________ Citizenship: _____________________ CRUISE INFORMATION: Passport: Yes No (Please provide a copy with your reservation form)

Cabin Category Request: ___________ Single Bedding: 1 Bed 2 Beds

Occupancy: (Circle One) Double

Special Requests: _____________________________________________ AIR INFORMATION: (Alternate Departure City: _____________________ ) Air Seating Request: Window Aisle Next to Travel Partner Special Meal Other: _____________________ Other: _____________________ Airline Special Requests: Wheelchair Assistance

Please Note: Air itinerary will not be available until approximately one month in advance of our trip.

This is the tour company plan which offers lower rates than individual coverage. The Travel Protection Plan MUST be purchased at the time of your first deposit. Pre-existing conditions are covered. The following information is required in order to process your plan:

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING HARBOR CITY TRAVEL & TOURS!

NON-REFUNDABLE PACIFIC DELIGHT TOURS TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN: Accept________ Decline________ Passenger 1: Name: __________________________ Age: ______ Birthdate: _________________ State of legal residence: __________________________________ Zip Code _________________ Passenger 2: Name: __________________________ Age: ______ Birthdate: _________________ State of legal residence: __________________________________ Zip Code _________________ INFORMATION WAIVER: Please Sign below, showing that you have read the Terms & Conditions and are also aware of the cancellation penalties and administration fees as stated in the brochure, and that you have been offered insurance, whether you have chosen to accept coverage or not. Reservation cannot be processed without your signature. Signature:________________________________________________DATE:______________________ PAYMENT INFORMATION: $1,000.00 Per Person Deposit is due with reservation - $500.00 per person of the deposit must be by check or cash - Reservation confirmation/invoice will be mailed after first deposit is received. Tour/Cruise Deposit: $____________ Protection Payment: $____________ TOTAL DEPOSIT: $____________
Office Use Only Rate: _______x____=_______ Ins.: ______x____ = _______ Total: _________ Deposit: _________ Balance: ___________ Paid by Cash _________ Check # ___________ CC ___________ Final due by: ______________

Protection Cost $ $169.00 per person

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