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Yangtze
Passage
by Abercrombie and Kent
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Simply the Best
YANGTZE
PASSAGE
16 Day Tour
On
this Connoisseurs journey, experience the Yangzi River scenery -
inspiration to generations of artists - on a four-night cruise that
includes private shore excursions. In Guilin, glide down the Li River
on an exclusive cruise through rock peaks. Discover China's most
impressive monuments in inimitable style as well, visiting the
best-preserved section of the Great Wall and exploring Shanghai with an
expert historian.
The
A&K
Advantage
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In Beijing,
Guilin and Xian, relax in private hotel club lounges, with
complimentary cocktails and concierge service
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Sail Lake Kunming in a small group (with
just
your fellow A&K travellers) for maximum comfort
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Cruise the Yangzi River on board Sanctuary
MS
'Yangzi Explorer,' lodging in deluxe cabins that offer uninterrupted
views of the Three Gorges from your own balcony
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Leave the Guilin crowds behind on a private
half-day cruise on the Li River
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Gain a deeper understanding of ancient
Chinese
artifacts when you tour the Yangling Museum with an expert archaeologist
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See Shanghai through the eyes of renowned
local
historian Patrick Cranley during a private tour
Not
included:
travel insurance; any airfares; airport departure taxes; excess baggage
fees; cost of obtaining passports or visas; gratuities to your guide;
personal
expenses such as meals, beverages or sightseeing not included in the
itinerary;
communication charges; laundry.
(B)
Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner
ITINERARY
- Days 1-2: USA or Canada/ Beijing, China
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Fly to Beijing, China’s storied capital.
The
Peninsula Beijing
- Day 3: Beijing
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Spend the day discovering this historic city.
Visit
the Forbidden City and envision the lives of the emperors and join
locals in Tiananmen Square. This afternoon is at leisure. Later, join
your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.
The
Peninsula Beijing B D
- Day 4: Beijing
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Walk the ramparts of the best-preserved
Mutianyu
section of the Great Wall before lunch. Stop for photos of the most
striking 2008 Olympic sites, including the futuristic Bird’s Nest and
Water Cube. Then take a guided walking tour of the Imperial Gardens of
the Summer Palace and sail on peaceful Lake Kunming.
The
Peninsula Beijing B L
- Day 5: Beijing
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Start the day with an early morning class
with a
tai chi master on the grounds of the beautiful Temple of Heaven. Then
visit the Panjiayuan Weekend Market, with hundreds of open-air stalls
selling a dizzying array of collectibles, including antique clocks,
jade, bronzes, tomb art and Tibetan rugs. The remainder of the day is
at leisure.
The
Peninsula Beijing B
- Day 6: Beijing/Yichang
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After a morning at leisure, fly to Yichang
and
board your elegant river cruiser for an extraordinary adventure on the
Yangzi River.
Sanctuary
MS 'Yangzi Explorer' B D
- Days 7-9: Cruising the Yangzi River
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Cruise the mighty Yangzi, passing through the
legendary Three Gorges: Xiling, Wu and Qutang. This is perhaps the most
picturesque region in China, and your voyage is enhanced with
informative shore excursions led by expert historians and naturalists.
Visit a school to witness China’s educational challenges firsthand.
Sanctuary
MS 'Yangzi Explorer' B L D
- Day 10: Chongqing/Guilin
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Disembark in Chongqing, China’s largest city.
If
time permits, visit the Stilwell Museum or Huguang Guild Hall before
flying to picturesque, postcard-perfect Guilin, where your afternoon is
at leisure.
Shangri-La
Hotel, Guilin B
- Day 11: Guilin
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The Chinese have a saying: “The scenery of
Guilin
is the finest under heaven; the scenery of Yangshuo surpasses Guilin.”
Witness the fabled Yangshuo landscape for yourself when you sail the Li
River on a private cruise amid forests of towering karst peaks.
Disembark at Yangshuo to explore its cobblestone lanes and bustling
market.
Shangri-La
Hotel, Guilin B L
- Day 12: Guilin/Xian
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Fly to Xian, the ancient cradle of Chinese
civilization, where you enjoy special entry with enhanced viewing of
the Terra Cotta Warriors, one of the most significant archaeological
finds of the 20th century.
Shangri-La
Hotel, Xian B L
- Day 13: Xian/Shanghai
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This morning, visit the Shaanxi Provincial
History
Museum. Next, climb an Ancient Gate of the City Walls and cycle along
its ramparts. After lunch, join a leading archaeologist for a special
tour of the Yangling Museum and its conservation lab. Then fly to
Shanghai, China’s style and economic capital.
The
Peninsula Shanghai B L
- Day 14: Shanghai
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Walk through Shanghai as resident historian
Patrick
Cranley brings its history to life. Join the throngs of people
strolling the Bund, Shanghai’s most popular promenade, and wander the
maze of alleys in the Old Town. After a lunch of Shanghai specialties,
visit the Urban Planning Museum as well as the renowned Shanghai Museum
to marvel at the stunning artistic achievements on display. In the
evening, attend a Shanghai Acrobatic performance.
The
Peninsula Shanghai B L
- Day 15: Shanghai
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In the morning, explore Zhujiajiao, a
delightful
canal town that evokes China’s past. Stroll its centuries-old narrow
lanes and board a sampan to glide along its main canal. Spend the
afternoon at leisure before gathering for a farewell dinner to toast
the end of your adventure.
The
Peninsula Shanghai B D
Day 16: Shanghai/USA or Canada
- Transfer to the airport for your journey
home.
- B
Sanctuary MS 'Yangzi Explorer'
A Yangzi River cruise with A&K is a voyage of discovery and
tranquility through the Three Gorges region, a magical place with
thousands of years of history as well as timeless natural beauty. With
shore excursions led by expert guides along with inspiring on-board
activities, a 'Yangzi Explorer' cruise provides an adventure for every
type of traveller.
DECKPLANS
Unparalleled
Accommodations
Because 'Yangzi Explorer's' complement is
limited to 124 passengers, her staterooms set a new standard in
spaciousness and elegance, from a roomy Deluxe Cabin to the palatial
Imperial Suite. All cabins and suites feature private balconies,
affording a unique view of the gently scrolling landscape.
Comfort and
Convenience
'Yangzi Explorer' includes all the
amenities
you would expect at a first-class hotel, including a fitness center,
Internet access, laundry service and a multi-language library. To
ensure your comfort on board, smoking is not permitted in internal
areas and mobile phone use is confined to private areas. With a highly
trained international staff — and a staff-to-guest ratio of better than
1:1 — expect the most attentive service of any Yangzi River cruiser.
The Finest Expertise
'Yangzi Explorer's' on-board China
specialists
coordinate a range of educational programs and shore excursions,
unraveling the historical, cultural and environmental factors that have
made the Yangzi so integral to 3,000 years of Chinese history.
Responsible Tourism
'Yangzi Explorer' is the first ship on the
Yangzi to embrace the full spectrum of ecologically friendly tourism,
including responsible sewage disposal, recycling facilities and other
measures that ensure the ship is energy efficient and environmentally
friendly.
Flexible Departures
'Yangzi Explorer' cruises
downstream from Chongqing to Yichang (3 nights) and upstream from
Yichang to Chongqing (4 nights), with shore excursions at local
villages, the Shennong Stream and the Three Gorges Dam Project.
The
price shown
is in USD. Price is per person, based on double occupancy, and does not
include international or internal air.
Departures
are limited to 24 passengers.
PRICE
PER PERSON (land/cruise arrangements)
PRICE
PER PERSON 2010
| Double Occupancy |
Jun - Sep
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Single
Supplement |
Apr - May; Oct
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Single
Supplement |
Deluxe Cabin
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$ 7,795 |
$ 2,780 |
$ 8,305 |
$ 3,300 |
| Suite |
$ 8,370 |
$ 3,335 |
$ 9,165 |
$ 4,025 |
Internal Air:
(Beijing/Yichang/Chongqing/Guilin/Xian/Shanghai)..... from $1,145
A&K PHILANTHROPY PROJECT: Observe
students
at a local school, such as Fengdu Red Rock School, where you have the
opportunity to purchase and donate supplies.
Child
Policy: On non-family programs, unless otherwise indicated on
the individual program page, a minimum age of 10 years is required.
Call for details.
CONSIDER
AN UPGRADE
Stay in the Harbour
View
room at
The Peninsula Hong Kong (from $130 per person per night).
EXTEND
YOUR STAY
Not quite ready to
end
your holiday?
An independent extension can show you new sights in China or add
another
destination to your journey. Ask for details.
Connoisseurs
travel is A&K's most fully supported escorted option. Group sizes
are
very small: never more than 24 travellers and often limited to 18 or
20.
You'll stay in the best available hotel and most meals are included, as
are airport transfers regardless of the flights you choose. Although
there
are opportunities to explore on your own, you'll spend much of your
sightseeing
time with your guide, on excursions designed to present a full and
balanced
picture of your destination.
  
ABERCROMBIE
AND KENT
YANGTZE
PASSAGE
16 Day Tour
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Simply
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Prices are
per person, based on double occupancy.
Offer
subject
to availability and change without notice.
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Certain
restrictions may apply. Airfares if included are based on departure
from
New York.
For
year 2012, departures are subject to itinerary and price modifications.
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Butler Kent owns and operates A&K, was born-most fittingly-while
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Kent serves as Chairman and CEO, Jorie Butler Kent as Executive Vice
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issues and service standards.
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Abercrombie
& Kent is proud to have received
the
following:
Recommend
Magazine
“Best
Africa/Middle
East Tour Operator”
- December 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000
Men’s Journal
“10 Great
Companies
to Work For”
- November 2004
Forbes
“Best of the
Web” -
April 2004,
2003, 2002, 2001
Elite Traveler
“Wonders of
the
World: Machu Picchu”,
Juan Lazo, Best Guide - January 2004
World Travel
Awards
“World’s
Leading Luxury Specialist
Tour Operator” - 2003
“World’s
Leading Villa Operator”
- 2003
Travel
+ Leisure Magazine
“Best
Tour
Operator and Safari
Outfitter” - 2004 (#12), 2003 (#5), 2002 (#2), 2001 (#1), 2000 (#2),
1999
(#1), 1998 (#1), 1997 (#1), 1996 (#1)
“Top
Guides in
Africa” – Joseph
Ndunguru, Gavin Ford - 2001
Conde Nast
Traveler
“Readers’
Choice
Awards: Top 15
African Safari Camps”
Olonana
and Chief’s
Camp - 2004
Chief’s
Camp - 2003
Chobe
Chilwero -2002
“The World’s
Best
Places to Stay,”
Gold List
Chief’s
Camp - January
2004
Chobe
Chilwero - 2003
“The Greatest
Travel
Pros on Earth”
“A&K has
access
to places and
people that other operators in China don’t – including some of the top
English speaking guides. Hatherly is a cultural encyclopedia, Chen a
whiz
with logistics.” - 2003
"Reader’s
Choice:
Top 20 Small-Ship
Cruise Lines" - 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997
Gavin Ford,
“15 Best
Safari Guides”
- 2002
Ecotourism
Award –
Special Mention
- 1996
Conde Nast
Traveller (UK)
"World's Best
Tour
Operator” - 2004
(#3), 2003 (#5), 2001 (#2), 2000 (#1), 1999 (#1)
Andrew
Harper’s Hideaway Report
“Favorite
Hideway
Resorts of the
Past 25 Years”, Chief’s Camp - 2004
“Favorite
Worldwide
Travel Adventures”,
Olonana, Chief’s Camp - 2004
“Previewing
Heaven:
15 Worldwide
Hotels with Drop-Dead Views”, Chief’s Camp - 2003
“Top 20
Hideaway
Gems,” World’s
Best Hotels, Resorts & Hideaways, Chief’s Camp - 2002
Travel
Agent Magazine
“Leaders in
Luxury,”
Geoffrey Kent
- 2002
World Travel
& Tourism Council
Green Award
for
Corporate Social
Leadership in Travel & Tourism - 2002
Town &
Country
Gavin Ford,
“Top
Guides in Africa”
- 2001
Queen’s
Award for Enterprise
(A&K
Europe) -
2001, 2000
Chevron
Conservation Award
Jorie Butler
Kent -
1999
ASTA/Smithsonian
Environmental
Award
- 1992
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