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WNAX presents... Cruising the Yangtze River Departure Dates: 2013 June 24; September 2, 9; October 7 2014 May 19; September 8; October 13 All space is first come first serve and subject to availability 16 Days ● 34 Meals: 14 Breakfasts ● 12 Lunches ● 8 Dinners

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Page 1: presents Cruising the Yangtze River - WNAX · 2013. 6. 14. · *per person, land only, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway. CST#2006766-20 UBN#601220855 Nevada Seller

WNAX presents...

Cruising the Yangtze River

Departure Dates: 2013 – June 24; September 2, 9; October 7

2014 – May 19; September 8; October 13

All space is first come first serve and subject to availability

16 Days ● 34 Meals: 14 Breakfasts ● 12 Lunches ● 8 Dinners

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Highlights...Shanghai ● Yuyuan Garden ● Acrobatics Show ● MagLev Train Ride ● Yangtze

River Cruise ● Three Gorges Dam ● Xian City Wall ● Terracotta Warriors ● Wild Goose Pagoda

Tiananmen Square ● Forbidden City ● Great Wall ● Summer Palace ● Temple of Heaven ● Hutong

Rickshaw Tour

Starting At Per Person Rates: Double $2,449.00 *

*per person, land only, double occupancy. Call for airfare from your gateway.

CST#2006766-20 UBN#601220855 Nevada Seller of Travel Registration No. 2003-0279

Take a relaxing 4-night upstream

cruise on the Yangtze River.

Ride the 268 mph MagLev train

in Shanghai!

Savor a variety of traditional

Chinese food and drink,

including Peking Duck, noodles,

hot pot, dumplings and dim sum.

Day 1: Overnight Flight

Day 2: Shanghai, China - Tour Begins Your tour begins in booming Shanghai, the economic capital of the People’s Republic of China.

Day 3: Shanghai Ease your way into the local culture as your tour manager teaches you a few key phrases of the native language. Then, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Shanghai. Set out for the waterfront district, known as the Bund, which runs along the Huangpu River. Famous for its impressive colonial buildings, you’ll feel as though you have stepped back into 19th century Europe. After a lunch that features xiao long bao soup dumplings, explore Old Town’s narrow streets and relax in the tranquil Yuyuan Garden. Meet your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner overlooking the Shanghai skyline. Afterwards, enjoy an amazing acrobatics show. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

Day 4: Shanghai Discover the treasures of the Shanghai Museum, home to artifacts that span China’s rich history. Visit the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center and view the centerpiece of the museum, a vast scale model of Shanghai as it will look in 2020. Explore the shops, galleries and cafes of the Tian Zi Fang district. Your afternoon is at leisure. Today breakfast will be included.

Day 5: Shanghai - Yichang - Board Cruise Ship Visit a silk factory and learn how artisans create this luxurious fabric. For your trip to the airport, climb aboard the MagLev train, a magnetic levitation line that can reach 268 miles per hour. After touching down in Yichang, board your ship for a 4-night Yangtze River cruise. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

Day 6: Cruising - Three Gorges Dam - Xiling Gorge Begin your day with a tai chi lesson on the sundeck. Sail into Xiling Gorge, the longest section of the Three Gorges. Visit the construction site of the Three Gorges Dam. Upon completion, the dam, inside the first of the three gorges, will be the world’s largest hydroelectric project. Afterwards, sail through the five-step locks. Tonight, enjoy the captain’s welcome dinner and cabaret. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

Day 7: Cruising - Shennong Stream - Wu Gorge - Qutang Gorge Enjoy an excursion visiting the Shennong Stream in traditional pea boats. Upon returning to your ship, sail through Wu Gorge, well-known for its 12 forest-covered peaks. This afternoon, sail through Qutang Gorge, the river’s most dramatic. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

Day 8: Cruising - Fengdu Arrive in the city of Fengdu, depicted as the “City of Ghosts” in ancient works. Home to over 48 temples, the origin of the town’s extraordinary reputation can be traced back to the Han Dynasty. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

Day 9: Chongqing - Disembark Cruise Ship - Xian Arrive at the mountain city of Chongqing and disembark. Fly to the ancient city of Xian. Upon arrival, savor a lunch of Xian’s most celebrated local dish. Visit the Xian city wall, China’s largest and best-preserved. Take a stroll or perhaps rent bicycles to navigate part of the 8-mile loop. Tonight, enjoy a traditional Xian

dumpling banquet. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

Day 10: Xian Today, explore the excavation site of the Terracotta Warriors. This vast clay army, 8,000 strong, was created to guard China’s first emperor in the afterlife. You'll be amazed – each soldier has a different face. After lunch, visit the Muslim Quarter, a fascinating area filled with exotic local shops. See the Great Mosque and its fusion of Chinese and Arabian architecture. Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

Day 11: Xian Visit the Shaanxi Museum and view bronze wares, pottery and ancient murals. Afterwards, visit one of the world’s most famous Buddhist temples, the Wild Goose Pagoda. Your afternoon is at leisure. Tonight you may choose to enjoy an opulent Tang Dynasty dinner and show. Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

Day 12: Xian - Beijing Fly to Beijing, capital of China. Upon arrival, savor a traditional dim sum lunch. Visit Tiananmen Square, one of the largest public spaces in the world. Next, visit the Forbidden City, an awe-inspiring palace complex that has been home to 24 Chinese emperors. Take a special tour of the Treasure Hall, a section normally closed to the public. Tonight, experience an authentic hot pot dinner. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

Day 13: The Great Wall Visit the picturesque Juyongguan section of the Great Wall and walk along a portion of this legendary structure. Visit a cloisonné workshop to learn how local artists create these masterpieces. On your way back to Beijing, relive the excitement of the 2008 Summer Olympics when you view the Olympic Green, the Water Cube and the famous Bird’s Nest. Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

Day 14: Beijing Visit the Summer Palace, considered a masterpiece of Chinese landscape design.

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Explore a pearl factory and learn about the different varieties of these underwater gems. Visit the Beijing Zoo, home of the famous pandas. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Tonight, you may opt to attend the Peking Opera and explore the Donghuamen night market. Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

Day 15: Beijing Visit the Temple of Heaven where the emperor came twice each year to pray. Relax amidst the locals doing their morning exercises. Later, take a thrilling rickshaw tour through the oldest part of Beijing. With an interpreter, learn about a local family’s way of life and share lunch with them in their Hutong home. They will also teach

you the art of dumpling making. Next, meet a Chinese calligraphy master and learn about this ancient art. Your final stop features a traditional tea ceremony. Later, enjoy a special Peking Duck farewell dinner. Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.

Day 16: Beijing - Tour Ends Today breakfast will be included.

Experience It! ___________________________ Exploring Beijing's Hutongs

A hutong is an ancient city alley or lane typically found in Beijing. Surrounding the Forbidden City, many were built during the Yuan,

Ming and Qing dynasties. In the prime of these dynasties the emperors, in order to establish supreme power for themselves, planned a city

and arranged the residential areas according to the etiquette systems of the Zhou Dynasty. The main buildings in the hutong were all

quadrangles - a building complete with four houses around a quadrangle. The quadrangle varies in size and according to the social status

of the family.

You will have the opportunity to roam through Beijing's old, narrow streets, hutongs, in a fashioned pedicab. You'll also enjoy a simple

lunch in the home of a local family, and with the help of an interpreter, learn about the family's history and way of life.

YOUR ITINERARY AT A GLANCE Day 1 Overnight Flight Day 2 – 4 Broadway Mansions, Shanghai Day 5 – 8 M/V President Prime Day 9 – 11 Grand New World Hotel, Xian Day 12 – 15 Beijing Marriott Hotel City Wall, Beijing

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

"River Cruise" tours feature small, intimate vessels for a more personal

experience as you travel through a variety of beautiful waterways.

Please Note:

Air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and dates.

To complete your vacation, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing Collette airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.

The trans-Pacific and internal flights on this program are not included in the land price of your vacation. These flights need to be arranged and purchased separately if you arrange your own air. Internal flights are included with the air portion of your vacation if you purchase air through Collette Vacations. Internal flights that are purchased will be ticketed and distributed on tour by your tour manager.

Dinners on the cruise ship are Chinese cuisine. Due to the ongoing dam/flood project, the itinerary may vary slightly with little or no advance notice and alternative excursions may be substituted.

The order of sightseeing may change to best utilize your time on tour.

A visa is required for this tour at your expense. The approximate visa cost is $190 USD. Rates are approximate and can be changed at any time based on governing authority. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements.

This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected.

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Extend Your Vacation With... Optional 2 Days 2-Night Hong Kong Post Tour Extension

Rate: $349.00 USD per person, double, land only, additional air segment purchases required

Rate: $449.00 USD per person, double, land only, additional air segment purchases required

Rate: $399.00 USD per person, double, land only, additional air segment purchases required

1 Meal: 1 Breakfast Day 16: Beijing - Hong Kong

This afternoon you arrive in Hong Kong, one of Asia’s most cosmopolitan and dynamic cities. You will stay in Kowloon, located in the heart of Hong Kong’s bustling shopping district. The remainder of your day is at leisure. Hong Kong is noted for fabulous savings on jewelry, silk and leather products.

Day 17: Hong Kong

Cross the harbor and enjoy a comprehensive tour of Hong Kong Island, home to the city’s most popular sites. Visit Stanley Market and stroll around its famous seaside

village bazaar. Learn about the lifestyle of Hong Kong’s fishermen with a visit to Aberdeen Fishing Village where you will have the opportunity to take an optional

traditional sampan ride in the typhoon shelter. Your tour will also take you past Repulse Bay Beach, an important strategic location during World War II and the longest beach on the island. Cap your tour with a panoramic ride up Victoria Peak for spectacular views of the city and harbor below. The remainder of your day is at leisure. Today

breakfast will be included.

Day 18: Hong Kong - Extension Ends

You will board your flight home, crossing the International Dateline en route. Today breakfast will be included.

Please Note:

This extension is hosted by a local representative who will provide all included services.

Extensions not purchased at time of deposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request.

For more information contact Steve Crawford ● WNAX ● (605)857-0753 ● [email protected]

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IMPORTANT RESERVATION INFORMATION IDENTIFICATION Passports are required for this tour at your expense. Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements. IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.

*Airfare: For your convenience, we offer airfare for purchase with all vacation packages. If you purchase an air inclusive program, your airfare will be quoted inclusive of all fuel, taxes and fees. Your rates are subject to change until paid in full. Seats are limited and may not be available on every flight or departure date. Checked Baggage Charges: Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage. Please contact your airline or refer to its website for detailed information regarding your airline

’s checked baggage policies.

Cancellation Charges for this tour: After your seat reduction date has passed, a non-refundable deposit will be retained. For Cancellation between 60-16 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 30% of total price. For cancellation between 15-1 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 50% of total price. For cancellation on the day of departure and after: 100% of total price. For Ocean Cruises: For cancellation between 90-61 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 35% of total price. For cancellation between 60-31 days prior to departure: 60% of total price. 30 or fewer days prior to departure: 100% of total price. For River Cruises: including Europe, Russia, Egypt and China, 90-61 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 50% of total price. For cancellation between 60-31 days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 85% of total price. For cancellation 30 or fewer days prior to departure: cancellation fee of 100% of total price. For Galapagos and Antarctica: A cancellation fee of 60% will apply for cancellation between 120-90 days prior to departure; A cancellation charge of 100% will apply for cancellation less than 90 days prior to departure. Cancellation protection is highly recommended and must be purchased at time of deposit. Air rates are subject to change until tour is paid in full. If waivers have not been purchased and a reservation is cancelled for any reason prior to departure - Air is 100% non-refundable once paid in full. Cancellation charges also apply to reservations made for "pre" and "post" night accommodations. Payment of a Per Person Waiver Fee guarantees a full refund of all payments (including deposit), except the Waiver Fee itself, made to Collette Vacations for travel arrangements in case of cancellation of your travel plans for any reason prior to the day of departure. The Waiver Fee with Air only covers airline tickets you have purchased from Collette Vacations. Exception: If you originally purchased non-refundable airline tickets, the Waiver does not provide a refund for the airline tickets, taxes or fees, in the event of a cancellation. This air ticket is covered by Collette Vacations' travel protection plan under Part B, if you cancel your trip for covered reasons (see Part B for more details).The Waiver and Insurance does not cover any single supplement charges which arise from an individual's Traveling companion electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. Upon cancellation of transportation or travel services where you, the customer, are not at fault and have not canceled in violation of the terms and conditions above, you will be refunded 100%. Please see your sales agent for more information, or review our brochure for details.

Responsibilities: Neither Collette Travel Services, Inc., its affiliated entities and its and their employees, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, agents, and assigns (collectively "Collette"), own or operate any person or entity which is to or does provide goods or services for these trips. Because Collette does not maintain control or operate the personnel, equipment, or operations of the suppliers it uses and as such Collette assumes no responsibility for and cannot be held liable for any personal injury, death, property damage or other loss accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of (1) any wrongful, negligent, willful or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any of the suppliers or other employees or agents; (2) any defect in or failure of any vehicle, equipment, or instrument owned, operated or otherwise used by any of these suppliers; or (3) any wrongful, willful or negligent act of or omission on the part of any other party not under the supervision and control of Collette. Additionally, Collette waives any and all liability for losses or expenses due to sickness, lack of appropriate medical facilities or practitioners, weather, strikes, theft or other criminal acts, war, terrorism, computer problems, acts of God, or other such causes. All services and accommodations are subject to the laws of the country in which they are provided. Collette reserves the right to make changes in the published itinerary whenever, in their sole judgment, conditions warrant, or if Collette deems it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or the safety of the tour. Collette reserves the right to withdraw any tour at any time. Collette reserves the right to decline to accept any person as a member of the tour, or to require any participant to withdraw from the tour at any time, when such action is determined by the tour manager to be in the best interests of the health, safety, and general welfare of the tour group or of the individual participant. Collette does not accept liability for any carrier's cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable airline or other ticket to the tour departure city and return or otherwise. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the passenger at all times. Passengers may be photographed for the promotional purposes of Collette. Payment of the deposit to Collette constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions. I agree that any dispute concerning, relating, or referring to this contract, the brochure or any other literature concerning my trip, or the trip itself, shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration according to the then existing rules of the American Arbitration Association in the State of Rhode Island. Such proceedings will be governed by and in accordance with substantive Rhode Island law. The arbitrator and not any federal, state, or local court or agency shall have exclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, conscionability, or formation of this contract, including but not limited to any claim that all or any part of this contract is void or voidable. Explorations is a brand of Collette Travel Services Inc., a Rhode Island based corporation.

Consumer Protection Plans: Collette Travel Service holds membership in the following highly reputable industry organizations: the United States Tour Operators Association and the American Society of Travel Agents. Each association operates a consumer protection plan to cover deposits made by travelers. Full details are available from the organizations or Collette Travel Service. Collette is pleased to give this additional protection to our clients. Our California Sellers of Travel registration number is 2006766-20. Our State of Washington Unified Business Number is 601220855. Our Nevada Sellers of Travel registration number is 2003-0279.

Photos shown are reflective of the area(s) visited, but may not be included in the actual tour itinerary.