Take The Scenic Route Through Asias Greatest Cities With Ritz Tours 14-day China Scenic Program

Experience culturally-rich Beijing, picturesque Guilin and the flair and sophistication of Shanghai on Ritz Tours 14-day China Scenic program, with rates starting at $1,999 per person, double occupancy, for travel through December 2004.

The China Scenic itinerary begins with several nights in Beijing and unforgettable visits to the ancient Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Ming Tomb Museum and the elaborate Temple of Heaven. No trip to Beijing would be complete without tours of Tiananmen Square, the largest public square in the world, and the impressive Great Wall that winds through the northern part of China.

Xian takes travelers back in time with Emperor Qin Shi Huangs famous army of 6,000 Terra Cotta Warriors, the ancient City Wall and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda.

In Guilin, guests enjoy two nights in this charming destination highlighted by the calm Li River and intriguing sites such as Reed Flute Cave and Elephant Trunk Hill.

Then its off to Shanghai, a bustling, cosmopolitan port city known for its blend of old and new, the lovely Yu Garden, immense shopping opportunities and the picturesque riverfront Bund area. The tour also includes one night in the “garden city” of Suzhou and one night in Wuxi.

The 14-day China Scenic package is priced from $1,999 plus taxes per person, based on double occupancy, valid for departures through December 2004 from Los Angeles and San Francisco. Departures from New York (JFK) cost an additional $150 per person, based on double occupancy. Attractively-priced add-on airfares are available for departures from various cities in the U.S. and Canada (including, but not limited to, Boston, Miami, Philadelphia, Dallas, Chicago and Toronto).

The China Scenic tour includes international, roundtrip airfare on Air China from Los Angeles, San Francisco or New York (JFK); domestic air transportation within China; five-star hotel accommodations; sightseeing tours in Beijing, Xian, Guilin, Shanghai, Suzhou and Wuxi featuring many popular attractions; meals and nighttime entertainment per the itinerary; and the services of knowledgeable tour guides.

Additionally, tours departing New York (JFK) provide one more night in Beijing (for a total of five nights in that city) because of air travel schedules.

Recognizing that unforeseen circumstances sometimes require consumers to either cancel or interrupt their vacations, Ritz Tours provides Travel Protection Insurance (valued at $150 per person) at no additional cost to travelers who confirm their reservations and make final payment at least 45 days prior to departure.

Through specially-designed travel itineraries by Ritz Tours, travelers can discover Asias rich history, explore spectacular natural scenery, enjoy colorful folklore, and experience the diverse cultures of its gracious people. All tours are fully escorted by knowledgeable guides and provide experienced local guides in host cities. Ritz Tours is a member of the U.S. Tour Operators Association (USTOA).

For more information, see your local travel agent or contact Ritz Tours at 208 S. First Street, 2nd Fl., Alhambra, CA 91801; telephone: (800) 900-2446/(626) 289-7777; fax: (626) 281-0117. Visit Ritz Tours in cyberspace at www.ritztours.com or send e-mail to china@ritztours.com

June 25, 2004   Posted in: Cruise Ships