Odysseys Unlimited - Issue 3, 2018

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ODYSSEYS UNLIMITED: THE SMALL GROUP TRAVEL EXPERIENCE

approximately 12,000 feet above sea level, we spend the remainder of the day acclimating. B,L,D

Day 10: Lhasa Our tour begins in the heart of the old city at Jokhang, Tibet’s holiest temple. Built in

647, Jokhang is an intriguing complex that attracts pilgrims day and night. Surrounding Jokhang is Barkhor, a plaza lined with chanting monks, street performers, and vendors. Later we tour the summer palace of the Dalai Lamas at Norbulinka; tonight, we enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. B,L,D

Day 11: Lhasa Opened to foreigners only since

1984, Tibet is a profoundly spiritual place where Buddhism has infused all aspects of life for 13 centuries. We see evidence of this at 17th-century Potala Palace, with 200,000 Buddha images and 1,000 rooms, some of which we explore this morning. This afternoon we visit the vast Sera Monastery. B,L,D

Day 12: Lhasa/Chongqing We fly today to Chongqing, where we visit the local zoo to see the beloved pandas. B,L,D

Day 13: Chongqing/Dazu/Board Ship Today’s excursion features the Dazu Rock Carvings dating back more than a millennium – and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. These cliffside carvings reflect Buddhist teachings, tenets of Confucianism, and local folklore. Tonight we board our river ship and set sail downstream. B,L,D

Day 14: Yangtze Cruising – Shibaozhai or Fengdu Prized for its haunting natural beauty, the Yangtze is one of the world’s longest ( 3,600 miles) and busiest rivers. This afternoon we visit either the Red Pagoda in Shibaozhai or the “ghost city” of Fengdu. B,L,D

Day 15: Yangtze Cruising – Qutang Gorge/ Wu Gorge/Small Gorges/Xiling Gorge Today we pass through narrow Qutang Gorge, followed by tranquil Wu Gorge. Then we board a small sampan for a cruise through the stunning Small Gorges, among the most spectacular sights of our trip. Back on board our Victoria Cruises ship this afternoon, we enter

42-mile Xiling Gorge. B,L,D

Day 16: Yangtze Cruising – Three Gorges Dam/ Shanghai After visiting the site of the immense Three Gorges Dam, we continue on to Yichang, where we disembark and transfer to the airport for the flight to Shanghai, the “Paris of the East.” B,L

Day 17: Shanghai Our day begins with a walking tour of the Xin Tian Di shopping and entertainment area of reconstituted traditional homes. We continue on to beloved 16th-century Yu Yuan Gardens, whose plantings, courtyards, and pavilions create the illusion of mountains, caverns, and lakes. Then after lunch together we tour the acclaimed Shanghai Museum of ancient Chinese art and artifacts. Tonight we dine on our own then attend a lively acrobatics show. B,L

Day 18: Shanghai This morning we visit the Bund, the mile-long riverside embankment where foreign investors – and their buildings – once held sway. Then the remainder of the day is at leisure. Tonight we toast our China adventure at a farewell dinner. B,D

Day 19: Depart for U.S. We depart Shanghai for our return flight to the U.S. B

Your Tour Price Includes

• Round-trip air transportation from listed cities; all flights within itinerary

• 17 nights’ accommodations: 3 nights aboard Superior First Class ship of Victoria Cruises; 14 nights in Deluxe hotels

• 43 meals: 17 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 12 dinners

• Extensive sightseeing as described, including all entrance fees

• Services of an Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director

• Private motorcoach transportation throughout your trip, including on shore excursions

• Luggage handling for one bag per person

• Gratuities for local guides, dining room servers, airport and hotel porters, and all drivers

• $100 frequent traveler credit towards your next Odysseys Unlimited tour ($200 after 3 tours; $300 after 10 tours)

Nanjing Road, Shanghai’s premier shopping street

2018 Tour Dates and Prices
including international airfare and all taxes, surcharges, and fees

May 2

May 9 Sep 5

Aug 22 Sep 12

Mar 22 Apr 18 Oct 10 Sep 26

Mar 28 Oct 24 Oct 17 Oct 3

Los Ang, San Fran $5,887 $6,287 $6,487 $6,587

Port(OR),Seattle $6,087 $6,487 $6,687 $6,787

Boston, Chicago, New York,Phoenix, $6,187 $6,587 $6,787 $6,887

Washington, DC Atlanta, Baltimore, Charlotte, Cinc, Cleveland,Dallas, $6,287 $6,687 $6,887 $6,987

Den, Detroit, Hou, Miami, Minn, Orl, Phil, Tampa

Please call if your city is not listed or for land only prices. Prices are per person based on double occupancy in an outside cabin and include airline taxes, surcharges, and fees of $492, which are subject to change until final payment is made.

Single travelers please add $1,395 Mar-May; $1,695 all other dates. Your $375 deposit is fully refundable up to 95 days prior to departure. All 2018 tour prices above ( excluding airline taxes, surcharges, and fees) are guaranteed.

Business Class upgrade on round-trip Trans-Pacific flight:

$3,695 per person

Please note: This trip involves full days of sightseeing and significant amounts of walking. You should be in good physical condition to enjoy the tour. Lhasa’s altitude ( 12,090 feet) could pose problems for travelers with certain health conditions. You should consult with your physician if you have concerns.