CHINA ARMENIA | AZERBAIJAN | GEORGIA | HONG KONG | KAZAKHSTAN KYRGYZSTAN | MONGOLIA | RUSSIA | SOUTH KOREA | TAIWAN TAJIKISTAN | TIBET | TURKMENISTAN | UZBEKISTAN 2020– 2021 Our AwardCALL-Winning 0808 239 Collection 9175 OR of VISITEscorted YOUR Tours LOCAL & TRAVEL Tailormade AGENT Holidays 1 CONTENTS YOUR GUIDE TO CHINA AND CENTRAL ASIA 4–17 The Wendy Wu Tours difference .................................... 4 Cultural encounters ................................................... 10 WELCOME TO Your tour, your way ..................................................... 6 Discover China with Wendy Wu Tours ...........................12 You’re in safe hands .......................................................8 Introduction to Central Asia ........................................ 14 CHINA & CENTRAL ASIA! Award-winning expertise & Recommended by you ............ 9 Discover Central Asia with Wendy Wu Tours ..................16 CLASSIC TOURS 18–61 In Pursuit of Pandas ........................................ 9 days 20 Classic China ............................................... 21 days 42 A China Experience .......................................10 days 22 Magnificent China ........................................ 22 days 44 Glories of China............................................14 days 24 China Encounters ......................................... 23 days 46 Majestic Yangtze .........................................14 days 26 Grand Tour of China ...................................... 26 days 48 China Splendour ..........................................14 days 28 Ultimate China – NEW ................................. 27 days 50 Wonders of China .........................................16 days 30 Ancient Empires of China & Japan – NEW ....... 20 days 52 Cities of the Orient ........................................16 days 32 Treasures of Vietnam & China ......................... 26 days 54 China & Tibet Discovery ................................16 days 34 Treasures of Taiwan – NEW ........................... 14 days 56 Yunnan & Sichuan ........................................16 days 36 Scenic South Korea – NEW ........................... 13 days 58 Ancient China ..............................................18 days 38 Classic Russia – NEW ................................... 13 days 60 China Delights .............................................18 days 40 CLASSICFLEXIBLE VICTORIATOURS MEKONG TOURS 6246–-5869 Enchanting China .........................................17 days 64 China: The Big One.......................................28 days 68 Land of the Dragon ....................................... 21 days 66 SOLO TOURS 70–75 Come and join us on an extraordinary adventure through this magical region on one of our Charming China ...........................................14 days 72 Captivating China .........................................14 days 74 experience-packed tours. As every traveller is different, we’ve developed a range of touring styles GO BEYOND TOURS 76–95 that will allow you to travel your way. Discover the best option for you here: Dreams of Nature ......................................... 22 days 78 Road to Samarkand ...................................... 22 days 88 CLASSIC ACTIVE Himalayan Adventure ................................... 22 days 80 Eurasia Explorer – NEW ................................ 22 days 90 See the classic sights in the company of expert guides so you Active tours combine the key sights with more energetic Tibetan Wonders .......................................... 23 days 82 Trans-Siberian Railway – NEW ....................... 25 days 92 can really understand the history and culture of the destination. pursuits such as hiking and cycling. This allows you to explore Silk Road Explorer ....................................... 27 days 84 Mongolia & Naadam Highlights – NEW ........... 15 days 94 On our classic tours we take care of everything, leaving you to more and discover the destination in greater depth. These Journey through Central Asia – NEW .............. 26 days 86 sit back and enjoy the experience to the full. The tours are fully tours are designed to provide a wide range of activities to inclusive of all meals and a comprehensive touring programme. ensure a varied and culturally immersive experience. ACTIVE TOURS 96–103 FLEXIBLE EXCLUSIVE COLLECTION China Explorer .............................................15 days 98 China Trailblazer ..........................................21 days 102 Ideal for those who want more choice in what they do. The Exclusive Collection combines luxurious five-star A China Adventure ........................................17 days 100 Flexible tours include all the main sights but allow some accommodation with exclusive experiences. These free time for your own exploration or relaxation. Optional hand-crafted tours feature high-class restaurants, exclusive EXCLUSIVE COLLECTION 104 –109 excursions, often more active in nature, are available for experiences and additional touches like VIP door-to-door those that want to discover more. home transfers. If you are looking for a truly distinctive Exquisite China ............................................15 days 106 Legends of China ..........................................17 days 108 journey, the Exclusive Collection is for you. SOLO TAILORMADE CHINA 110–113 Designed exclusively for customers travelling solo, these tours PRIVATE How does it work? ....................................................111 Tailormade touring........................................ ...........112 provide a ready-made group of like-minded travellers to A private tour follows a pre-defined itinerary but with the enjoy your holiday with. You will be looked after all the way benefit of your own personal guide. Perfect for couples and EXTENSIONS & STOPOVERS 114–127 by an expert guide who will involve you in the group activities families that want greater flexibility on when they travel discovering the sights and experiencing cultural activities. A and the style of accommodation. Most of our group tours China extensions ..................................................... 116 Classic Taiwan ........................................................ 121 room of your own is guaranteed with no supplement to pay. can operate on a private basis. China & Japan extensions ........................................ 118 Hong Kong stopovers .................................................122 South Korea & Taiwan extensions ................................119 Macao stopovers .......................................................124 GO BEYOND TAILORMADE Classic South Korea ................................................ 120 Dubai stopovers ........................................................126 Venture off the beaten track to explore fascinating destinations For the ultimate in bespoke touring, one of our expert away from the tourist trail. You will discover the local culture consultants will help you in designing a tour to meet your MORE INFORMATION 128–13 5 in depth and see sights rarely witnessed by other travellers. exact requirements. Select your choice of destinations, These tours take you away from the comforts of home but will accommodation, touring and experiences to create the Airlines .................................................................. 128 Booking your trip .......................................................132 reward you with the experiences of a lifetime. perfect holiday for you. Your China questions answered ................................ 130 Booking conditions ....................................................133 2 VISIT WENDYWUTOURS.CO.UK CALL 0808 239 9175 OR VISIT YOUR LOCAL TRAVEL AGENT 3 This 2020–2021 brochure is once again packed with pioneering tours exploring the many wonders of China and, new for this year, South Korea, Taiwan, Central Asia and Russia too! Travelling with us, you are safe in the knowledge that over the past 20 years, we’ve mastered the art of creating a tour that balances the iconic sights with local experiences, to give you the perfect overview of your destination. Throw in the exceptional value of our inclusions, the expertise of our team and the host of fantastic guides we have waiting to show you their homeland, and you’ve got an extraordinary adventure! We can’t wait to welcome you on tour soon and show you China, Central Asia, Russia, Taiwan and South Korea the Wendy Wu way. Wendy Wu – Owner, Wendy Wu Tours THE WENDY WU TOURS DIFFERENCE OUR REPUTATION OUR EXPERTISE OUTSTANDING VISAS FANTASTIC COMFORT & AMAZING TOURS OUR ONLY GOAL AND YOUR PEACE No one knows our GUIDES All visa costs are included OFFERS CONVENIENCE & AUTHENTIC We are only satisfied when OF MIND destinations like we do, Our much-loved National in the price, with expert We are renowned for our We hand-pick comfortable EXPERIENCES you come back to travel We have won our industry’s and we are passionate Escorts, whose knowledge guidance throughout. amazing Business Class hotels in great locations, On tour with us, you will be with us again and again – ‘Best Long Haul Specialist about sharing the best and dedication have won We are one of very few and Premium Economy have a ‘seat and a half’ immersed in culture and only then do we know that Tour Operator’ award for of them with you, so us the best reputation companies launching a upgrades, which make policy on our coaches history through experiences we’ve done a good job of 8 years running, we have there is no one better to in the industry, will make China