f ocuson you have to see it discovering asia for the first time will give you memories for a lifetime the people will embrace you the culture will enthrall you the sights will inspire you jetabout asia vacations launches its second year of exciting vacation collections throughout china and hong kong vietnam cambodia thailand and singapore and this year we introduce you to japan bali india macau and malaysia this brochure was designed with the independent traveler in mind explore cities with our discovery stays or journey further with one of our independent vacations or small group jetabout journeys to experience unique festivals and cultural events you may choose to travel during chinese new year the cherry blossom bloom in japan or the bun festival in hong kong there s always something to discover the art of geisha is alive and well in japan
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hong kong harbour bargain hunting in one of hong kong s many markets focus hong kong o n from vibrant victoria harbour to the stunning lookout of victoria peak hong kong is a city of engaging contrasts where ancient chinese traditions coexist with fantastic modernity six times the size of washington dc hong kong has just under 7 million residents and a bustling energetic vibe a harbor cruise is a must-do for visitors whether it s a trip on the historic star ferry or an evening cruise for cocktails or dinner every night at 8:00pm a spectacular show of colored lights and lasers illuminates the harbor one of hong kong s main attractions is shopping from international designer brands to bargains at open-air markets nathan road boasts over two miles of shops and boutiques the hong kong food scene offers seafood dim sum international cuisine and more no matter how long you stay glittering hong kong will capture your imagination hong kong china sha tau kok shek wu hui luen wo hui hoi ha y
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suzhou gardens jiangsu province focus china o n china is one of the world s oldest civilizations a country of immense size and diversity visitors are often surprised at how modern and open china really is its vastness adds to the excitement of planning a trip here the capital beijing features royal gardens ancient architecture and modern structures and is the perfect gateway to the great wall on the ancient silk road xi an was once the capital of 13 dynasties hundreds of palaces and temples were built here including the famous tomb of emperor qin shihuang with its terra cotta warriors and horses a city both ancient and modern nanjing has many places of interest such as the confucian temple and the sun yat-sen mausoleum china s largest metropolis shanghai is a paradise for shopping and dining of course no visit to china would be complete without a cruise on the stunning yangtze river with its renowned three gorges c hina giant buddha leshan mongolia russia north korea south korea
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gates of the forbidden city beijing great wall sheraton hotel beijing vibe very modern with an international atmosphere location halfway between the airport and tiananmen square close to the exhibition center and shopping just a short drive to the forbidden city and silk alley and only 20 minutes from beijing capitol international airport facilities the recently refurbished great wall sheraton hotel beijing is ideally located in the heart of the cultural and commercial center of china spacious guest rooms deliver intimate hospitality in a contemporary setting the hotel offers an ideal base for shopping and exploring the forbidden city tiananmen square and the famed silk alley the hotel offers a range of dining options including italian tuscan french and chinese a range of leisure facilities are on offer in the health club including swimming pool sauna and massage a fully equipped business center is also available 1 /2 this is just a small selection of the hotel accommodations we offer
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m.s yangtze 1 yichang ya ngtzeriverc ru i s e 4 days/3 nights land only highlights chongqing fengdu shennong stream three gorges dam yichang this exciting 4-day yangtze river cruise offers spectacular sites and scenery day 1 arrive chongqing welcome to chongqing you will be transferred by private car to the dock this evening you have the opportunity to pre-board the boat from evening time to around midnight and settle into your cabin to avoid the following morning rush most guests usually board after dinner the boat will depart chongqing the next morning overnight superior cruise m.s yangtze 1 for 3 nights day 2 fengdu excursion cruise by small towns whose existence is tied to the waters of the yangtze first stop is the town of fengdu for this shore excursion you ll climb the many stairs to the temple of the emperor of hell this area is filled with temples and garish statues of demons and devils in classic chinese superstitious style many myths and stories are connected to the ghost
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3 langmusi songpan tibet lhasa shigatse gyantse tsedang emei shan zhongdian 2 2 e ssence 8 days/7 nights of c hina day 3 ming tombs great wall your guide will bring to life the ming tombs and its sacred way also called the way of the spirit this morning from here travel further northeast for what will be the highlight of your trip the great wall of china at the mutianyu section here you will enjoy a barbecue lunch at a local fishing farm b,l day 4 beijing xian in the morning visit the summer palace favored by royal families in the qing dynasty 1644-1911 ad take an afternoon flight to xian flight included xian is also known as chang an which means everlasting peace overnight xian bell tower standard sofitel renming square first class or shangri-la golden flower deluxe for 2 nights b,l day 5 terra cotta warriors great mosque tang dynasty dinner show you will be mesmerized by the enormity of the terra cotta warriors horses once buried for 2000 years and found during a local farm
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b a n g ko khotels d ay tours shangri-la hotel bangkok vibe warm thai hospitality combined with typical shangri-la elegance and style location magnificent location on the banks of the chao phraya river the only riverside hotel with direct access to the skytrain station which transports you within 10 minutes to the largest shopping area in southeast asia facilities guest rooms have dramatic river views with contemporary luxurious thai decor hotel features two outdoor swimming pools set in tropical gardens health club with steam bath and sauna tennis and squash courts and superb dining choices with 6 restaurants and 4 bars chi the spa with bangkok s largest and most luxurious spa suites was voted one of world s sexiest spas 2005 by spa magazine us other recent awards include conde nast traveler s us gold list 2006 and 2005 travel leisure s top 25 hotels in asia 2005 a taste of bangkok · · · · · royal orchid sheraton hotel towers vibe a world-class resort-style hotel in the heart
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stunning nusa dua beach focus bail o n an island of indonesia bali is home to friendly and remarkably artistic people living amid breathtaking panoramas terraced rice fields dominate the countryside with south china rivers and streams dissecting sea medan a luscious green landscape pacific indonesia ocean filling the air with enchanting manado sounds of running water the samarinda gorontalo padang pontianak island of bali is divided by a balikpapan string of impressive volcanoes palembang ambon banjarmasin running almost through its center vjungpandang tual jakarta shrouded in mystery and magic local semarang bandung bali art and culture are infused with bali s unique yogyakarta malang form of hinduism with elements of folklore nusa dua peculiar to the island immerse yourself in the a taste of nusa dua culture or just relax on the beach and soak indian ocean · relax on stunning and exclusive nusa dua beach up the sun crystal clear water and stretches · visit mount batur volcano of whi
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sapporo hirosaki ishinomaki iwaki mt fuji kyoto hiroshima 1 3 2 1 4 tokyo hanoke osaka nagasaki osaka castle c lassic j apan 12 days/11 nights land only independent daily depar tures highlights 4 nights tokyo 1 night hakone 3 nights kyoto 1 night hiroshima 2 nights osaka this 12-day tour captures the spirit of japan from unique culture to breathtaking scenery day 1 arrive tokyo upon arrival in tokyo you ll be met and transferred to your hotel overnight tokyo new takanawa prince hotel for 4 nights day 2 dynamic tokyo enjoy panoramic views from tokyo tower observatory and a traditional tea ceremony at the happoen japanese garden after a stop at the imperial palace savor a barbecue lunch at chinzanso restaurant see the national diet building then board a sightseeing boat up the sumida river to asakusa where you ll see asakusa kannon temple the tour concludes with a drive through the famous ginza district b,l day 3 nikko world heritage tour visit the toshogu shrine a gorgeous complex of
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day 6 dalat nha trang enjoy free time in dalat s colorful market or stroll around its central lake later journey to nha trang over the spectacular ngoan muc pass to the poklongarai cham towers near phan rang arrive in nha trang late in the afternoon in time to unwind with a drink or a meal at one of the many seaside restaurants as the sun sets overnight nha trang yasaka saigon hotel standard or ana mandara resort deluxe for 2 nights b day 7 nha trang today you ll be transferred to the port to board your boat for a cruise through the clear blue waters among the islands off nha trang you will have the chance to stop for some swimming and snorkeling optional before enjoying a fresh bountiful seafood lunch return to your hotel mid afternoon for some free time b,l day 8 nha trang hoi an transfer to the airport for your flight to danang flight included on arrival visit the famous cham museum next travel south to marble mountains which have a number of sacred buddhist shrines a short dri
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