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EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
ChallengingGet ready to keep up with our highest-energy group. These demanding — and rewarding — programs are for seasoned outdoor enthusiasts.

Program Details > Meals & Lodging

Meals: 40 total, 14 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 14 dinner

 The following meal choices available when requested in advance: Gluten Free; Vegetarian.

 If you have dietary restrictions due to medical requirements, please call (800) 454-5768, to see if we can accommodate your needs.

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Qianmen Jianguo Hotel: Beijing, 4 nights
Type: Four-Star Hotel

 Description: Originally built in the 1950s, this modernized hotel is located in a traditional district south of Beijing's famous Chan An Avenue and short distance from many of Beijing's historic and monumental sites, including Tian'anmen Square, the Temple of Heaven, and the Forbidden City. It also maintains a well-known theater devoted to nightly performances of Beijing Opera.

Ship Information: na

Contact info:
175 Yonggan Road
Xuanwu District
Beijing, NA 100050 China
phone: +86 -10-6301-6688
web: www.qianmenhotel.com

Room amenities: Air-conditioning, satellite television, free room non-wifi internet access, international direct-dial telephone, safe-deposit box, mini-bar, laundry service, coffee- and tea-making facilities. All rooms are non-smoking.

Facility amenities: Four restaurants with Western and Chinese cuisine, rooftop bar, business center, fitness center, beauty salon, Liyuan Peking Opera theater.Wi-Fi is available in the hotel lobby with free cost.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: Program Provider (CAEE)
Additional nights pre-program can be arranged by your Program Provider.
Grand Noble Hotel: Xi'an, 2 nights
Type: Four-Star Hotel

 Description: Located inside the city walls in the heart of 'downtown' Xi'an, the Grand Noble (formerly known as the Royal Garden Hotel) is close to the city's main attractions, including the Bell Tower and Muslim Section.

Ship Information: .

Contact info:
334 DongDaJie (East) Street
Xi'an, NA 710001 China
phone: +86 29 87690000
Room amenities: Air-conditioning, television, free in-room internet (no wifi) access, mini-bar, hair dryer, room service. All rooms are non-smoking.

Facility amenities: Free wifi in hotel lobby, laundry service, business center, coffee bar ,Wi-Fi is available in the hotel lobby with free cost.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes
Fortune Condominium Hotel: Guilin, 1 nights
Type: Five-Star Hotel

 Description: A new well-appointed hotel located beside a pretty branch of the Li River, the Fortune Condominium Hotel is surrounded by a residential neighborhood, ideal for early morning walks and allowing for glimpses of everyday life. This lovely hotel is within 15 minute walk to Chuanshan Park and Seven Star Park. All the rooms are two-bedroom suites.

Ship Information: na

Contact info:
28 Shijiayuan Road
Guilin, Guangxi , NA 541004, China
phone: +86 773-3111555¡¡
web: www.guilinfortunehotel.com/en/hotel_introduction.html

Room amenities: IDD / DDD Telephone, Mini-Bar, Coffee and Tea Making Facilities, Individually Controlled Air Conditioning, High Speed Internet Access, CNN / CCTV Channels, Alarm Clock, Hair Dryer

Facility amenities: Business Centre Money Exchange (24hrs) Room Service (06:30am � 01:00am) Laundry and Valet Service Hotel Shop (Kiosk) Fitness Room Safe-deposit Box Wi-Fi is not available

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes
Sovereign Hotel: Yangshuo, 1 nights
Type: Four-Star Hotel

 Description: Situated beside the beautiful Li River, the Sovereign Hotel is located in the center of this small town and is ideal as a base for walks and exploration on foot.

Ship Information: .

Contact info:
No.28 Guanlian Road, Yangshuo County,
Guilin City, Guangxi Province 541000, NA na China
phone: +86 -773 888 9988
web: www.yangshuohotel.net/en/index.asp

Room amenities: Air conditioning, TV, free in-room internet (non-wifi) access, hair dryer, mini bar. All rooms are non-smoking,

Facility amenities: Business center, currency exchange, laundry service, bar, restaurant , Wi-Fi is not available.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes
Victoria Cruise Lines: Yangtze River Vessel, 3 nights
Type: Riverboat

 Description: All cabins are exterior-facing Superior Cabins with private balcony, bathtub, and shower.

Ship Information: First class Yangtze River Cruise ship. All boats in Victoria Cruise Lines have steel, double-bottom hulls and have been built or completely refurbished between 2009-2013. Total capacity of 198-378 persons. See www.victoriacruises.com for additional information.

Contact info:
57-08 39th Ave
Woodside, NY 11377 USA
phone: 212-818-1680
web: www.victoriacruises.com

Room amenities: Air conditioning, TV, exterior cabins, floor to ceiling glass doors leading to private balcony, private bathrooms with showers. Lower berth single beds. All cabins are non-smoking.

Facility amenities: Fitness center, laundry service, currency exchange, business center, beauty salon, reading room, shopping

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Four Points by Sheraton Daning Hotel Shanghai: Shanghai, 3 nights
Type: Five-Star Hotel

 Description: This five star hotel is in the city center, close to many of Shanghai's highlights and within walking distance of one of Shanghai’s most popular parks where locals gather for traditional exercises and exchange of local news.

Contact info:
No.1928 Gonghexin Road, Zhabei District
Shanghai, 200070 China
phone: +86 21 2602 2222
Room amenities: Air-conditioning, television, mini-bar, hair dryer, room service, rooms will be no smoking but hotel has smoking areas.

Facility amenities: AC, daily laundry, indoor swimming pool, fitness center, cafe, bar, restaurants, business center, currency exchange, free wi-fi in hotel lobby

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights after: Contact your Program Provider.
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•19 Field trips
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•3 Performances
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