12 DAY SMALL SHIP ADVENTURE Including overnights in Beijing, Xian and Shanghai,

Best of China and River Cruise

September 15; October 13 2018 Departure Dates:

Visit the Temple of Heaven, a marvel of 15th-century architecture Terra Cotta Warriors of Xian

Best of China and TOUR HIGHLIGHTS 4 22 Meals (10 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners) 4 Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Yangtze River Cruise Mayflower Tours 4 Experience the spectacle that 3,000 years of Included excursions to the must-see sites: 12 Days • 22 Meals Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall of Chinese history has produced. Explore the Great Wall of China, the China, Temple of Heaven and the Terra Cotta imperial Forbidden City, the Dam and a wonderful Warriors, all guided by expert English-speaking guides cruise on the Yangtze River. 4 Three nights in Beijing 4 Two nights in Xian 4 Two nights in Shanghai Overnight 4 Three-night cruise aboard the on Great Wall of China 3 Cruise Overnights RV Century Sun Beijing 3 Start City the mighty Yangtze River from to Yichang 4 End City All meals included onboard ship 4 Visit Included guided excursions with English speaking Tour Route local guides Cruise Route 4 Complimentary bottled water on the ship

4 Spacious public areas 4 Pacific Ocean $60 in Mayflower Money CHINA 2 Xian LOCAL INSIGHTS 4 Visit to Old Beijing with a Pedi cab ride 4 Lunches at local restaurants in Beijing and Xian Three 4 Complimentary lessons on Chinese Tai Chi Gorges Shanghai 2 4 Local entertainment on the ship Shibaozhai Dam Yangtze River 4 Culinary lessons on cooking Chinese food 3 Yichang 4 Participate in a Chinese Folk dance

DAY 1 – Depart the USA Chongqing Depart the USA on your transpacific flight to Beijing, China, the capital of the Peoples’ Republic of China.

CRUISE AND HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS DAY 2 – Beijing, China Days Two through Four – The Westin Beijing Financial Street or similar, Beijing Upon arrival in Beijing you’ll be met by a Mayflower Days Five and Six – Sheraton Xian North or similar, Xian tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Days Seven through Nine – Aboard the RV Century Sun The remainder of the day is at leisure. Days Ten and Eleven – Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden or similar, Shanghai Enjoy a shore excursion to the remarkable Shibaozhai Pagoda Sail through the breathtaking Three Gorges of the Yangtze River

the most beautiful of all the Three Gorges. DAY 3 – Tiananmen Square DAY 6 – Terra Cotta warriors This morning, travel to the spectacular In the afternoon, sail through the Wu Gorge and the Forbidden City Begin the day by discovering Beijing, the sight of the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi followed by an included excursion to heart, soul and spirit of this mysterious and Huang, guarded by 8,000 life-size Terra Shenny Stream. Enjoy the Captain’s farewell mystical land. Marvel at Tiananmen Cotta warriors and horses, in battle forma- dinner on your final evening aboard the Square, the largest public square in the tion. Another UNESCO World Heritage ship. Meals: B, L, D world, and the imposing buildings that sur- Site, it’s one of the most significant archeo- round it. Walk through the echoing court- logical excavations of the 20th century. DAY 10 – Maoping, yards and monumental palaces of the After an included lunch, the remainder of and Shanghai Forbidden City, once home to China’s em- the day is at leisure. After an early morning arrival in Maoping, Meal: B, L perors and royal family. This evening, at depart for the Three Gorges Dam, which our welcome dinner, enjoy Peking duck, a spans the Yangtze River in Hubei province DAY 7 – Chongqing and local specialty. near Yichang. It is the largest hydroelectric Meals: B, D embarkation of the RV Century Sun Board a morning flight to Chongqing, the river dam in the world, more than five former capital during WWII. During the times the size of the Hoover Dam. After the DAY 4 – Great Wall of China Today’s excursion journeys to the Great city tour, visit the Grand Auditorium and shore excursion, sail through the scenic Xil- Wall of China, one of the ‘Eight Wonders of General Stilwell’s Museum, founded in ing Gorge and arrive in Yichang where you the World’ and a UNESCO World Heritage memory of this American General who con- disembark and transfer to the airport for Site. Ascend via cable car and the reward is tributed a great deal to the people of China. your flight to Shanghai. Meals: B, L a breathtaking view. The amazing wall, After the tour, transfer to the pier for em- complete with ramparts, watchtowers and barkation of the RV Century Sun, home for DAY 11 – Shanghai the infamous zigzag shape, meanders across the next three nights. Begin the day by exploring Shanghai with a Meal: B, L, D hills and valleys and fades away into the city tour that takes you to the waterfront distance. Enjoy an included lunch during known as ‘The Bund’, the 16th-century Yu DAY 8 – Shibaozhai Pagoda the excursion. Enjoy the scenic sailing on the Yangtze Garden, French Concession and the Meals: B, L River this morning. This afternoon’s shore Pudong area. Tonight enjoy a farewell din- excursion to Shibaozhai Pagoda is included. ner, Chinese style, at your hotel. DAY 5 – Temple of Heaven and Xian Meals: B, D Before departing Beijing, visit the Temple of Join the Captain’s welcome party this Heaven, a masterpiece of 15th-century ar- evening followed by dinner. Meals: B, L, D DAY 12 – Shanghai/USA chitecture, geometry and engineering, This morning, transfer to the Shanghai air- where the emperors came to pray for good port and return home with fond memories DAY 9 – Qutang and Wu Gorges harvests. Its grand architectural style and This morning cruise the Qutang Gorge, of the life enriching experiences from China profound cultural connotation give an in- which is five miles long and the narrowest, and your cruise on the Yangtze River. sight into the practices of the ancient East- most dramatic of all gorges. The mountains Meal: B ern civilization. This afternoon, fly to Xian, on either side reach as high as 4,000 feet. the ancient capital of 11 dynasties of China. This combination of narrow canyons Itinerary is subject to change. Dinner is included at the hotel. among high mountains is often considered Meals: B, D three nights accommodations aboard the

Built: 2006 Speed:RV Century 16 mph Staterooms: 153 Suites: Sun10 Length: 416 ft. Crew: 152

OBSERVATION DECK

RV Century Sun

PROMENADE DECK

BRIDGE DECK

UPPER DECK Deluxe Cabin

Public Areas and Ship Amenities All suites / staterooms have: Junior Suite (323 sq. ft.): • Main lounge with dance floor Closet; Several drawers; High definition satellite Promenade and Bridge Decks • Main bar TV; Telephone; Hair dryer; Safe • One queen-size bed • Dining room • Private balcony with sliding glass door • Sun deck with bar Deluxe Suite (383 sq. ft.): • Seating area with couch, chairs and table • Beauty salon and massage Promenade and Observation Decks • Refrigerator therapy room • One queen-size bed • Private bathroom with shower • Cigar Room • Private balcony with sliding glass door • Reading Room • Seating area with chairs and table Deluxe Stateroom (279 sq. ft.): • Fitness center • Refrigerator • Two twin beds • Sauna • Luggage rack • Private balcony with sliding glass door • Health clinic • Private bathroom with shower • Seating area with chairs and table • Internet café • Private bathroom with shower • Voltage – 220V

Travelers Protection Plan (TPP) for River Cruises PER PERSON SINGLE This nonrefundable fee will provide a refund to you during the instance that you have to cancel your 2018 DEPART USA TWIN ROOM ROOM trip. The cancellation has to be for a covered reason (see Plan for details on coverage) and we have to be notified at least one day prior to departure. If you must leave the tour early due to personal illness September 15 $2,469 add $1,379 or the illness or death of an immediate family member, TPP will provide a refund for any unused services October 13 $2,469 add $1,379 after the departure of the tour. Other benefits include medical expenses for illness and injury, emer- gency transportation, 24 hour hot line and lost or stolen baggage assistance. Return air transportation Please note additional cost for domestic flights within China is $600 is included ONLY if your air tickets are purchased through Mayflower Tours. Please review the Plan for and will be booked through Mayflower Tours. Taxes are subject to change details on coverage. Above rates are based on a Deluxe Cabin on the RV Century Sun. Cancellation Charges Without Traveler’s Protection Plan (TPP) • 91 days or more ...... Deposit Amount Upgrade to Junior Suite and Executive Suite available upon request • 90 days to day of departure ...... 100% of the total tour • No refund on unused portions of the tour Plan and benefits offered and administered by Trip Mate, Inc. Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Beijing and from Shanghai, China

TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL

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revised 05-09-2017