Nights 1, 2 & 3: Kowloon Shangri-La Hotel Kowloon, Hong Kong Deluxe Harbor View Rooms! Located on the waterfront overlooking bustling Victoria Harbour, the landmark Kowloon Shangri-La offers panoramic views of the Harbour and the fascinating city itself. Guest rooms, all of which feature floor-to-ceiling bay windows, are known as being exceptionally large when compared to those of other luxury hotels in Hong Kong. Each one provides broadband Internet access, coffee and tea making facilities, electronic safe, in-room movie channels, international direct-dial telephone, satellite and cable TV and a mini bar. A new Health Club, with an indoor swimming pool, includes a state-of-the-art gym, solarium, sauna and steam bath. Dining choices include the Shang Palace offering Cantonese cuisine, Nadaman, with a Japanese menu, Café Kool serving international cuisine and Angelini featuring Italian food. Vegetarians are well cared for at all the hotel’s restaurants. Enjoy your favorite libation at the Tapas Bar or the elegant Lobby Lounge. The Kowloon Shangri-La was voted one of the best 500 hotels in the world by the readers of Travel + Leisure.
Nights 4, 5 & 6: The Peninsula Beijing Beijing, China Deluxe Rooms! Superbly located in the historic heart of Beijing within walking distance of the Forbidden City, The Peninsula Beijing is the premier hotel in the city. Large guest rooms with marble baths feature international direct-dial telephone, fully stocked mini bar, electronic safe, color TV offering CNN, BBC and CNBC, two movie channels and satellite programming, and electronic safe. Its ambiance is one of sophisticated elegance and thoroughly modern luxury. A lovely indoor swimming pool and a well-equipped Fitness Center with individual TV monitors are available to guests. Dining at The Peninsula Beijing is guided by the principle that “to live well is to eat well,” and you will. Enjoy the “modern meets Asian” environment of the Jing Restaurant or choose to dine at Huang Ting, which features the finest Cantonese cuisine in the city in an ambiance enhanced by an outstanding collection of antiques. The Peninsula Beijing was voted one of the 500 best hotels in the world by the readers of Travel+Leisure.
Nights 7 & 8: Golden Flower Hotel by Shangri-La, Xian Xi,an, China Horizon Club Rooms! Opened in mid-2007, the new Golden Flower Hotel by Shangri-la, Xian, is located in the city’s new and bustling business district. At 40 square meters, guest rooms are very spacious and feature a full array of Shangri-La amenities including satellite TV and broadband Internet service. During leisure time, avail yourself of the Health Club and indoor swimming pool. The hotel features a selection of specialty and Chinese restaurants as well as several bars.
Night 9: Sheraton Guilin Hotel Guilin, China Deluxe Rooms! Located right in the heart of Guilin on the banks of the Li River near Elephant Trunk Hill, the Sheraton Guilin is an excellent choice when visiting this enchanting city. Welcoming guest rooms feature remote control TV with satellite and cable channels, mini bar, refrigerator, hairdryer, make-up mirror, direct-dial telephone, coffee and tea maker and in-room safe. During leisure time, swim a few laps in the outdoor swimming pool or head to the fully equipped gymnasium. Dine on Sichuan or Cantonese dishes in the Cathay Chinese Restaurant or head to the Atrium Coffee Shop when the munchies strike. Slake your thirst at the Camel Bar, with its garden ambiance.
Nights 10, 11 & 12: Victoria Jenna, Victoria Cruises Cruising the Yangtze River, China Rated “The largest five star fleet on the Yangtze” by the China National Tourism Administration, American-managed Victoria Cruises offers a cruise experience that is the epitome of comfort and style. Cruise aboard the new-for-2009 Victoria Jenna, the largest and most luxurious American-owned ship on the Yangtze River. Enjoy the outstanding personal services and expertise of our Tauck Director, along with the ship’s multilingual cruise directors and knowledgeable river guides who share learned insights of Chinese history and culture during your cruise. Experience breathtaking river views from the comfort of your spacious junior suite, featuring a private balcony, Internet access, HBO, CNN and BBC programming on your color television, central air, mini-bar and a private bath. Sumptuous western and American buffets are offered at breakfast and lunch; your cruise includes three elegant à la carte dinners – a special treat for Tauck’s small group departures. On-board amenities include a business center, beauty salon, fitness area, health clinic, and a shopping boutique; nightly entertainment, lectures, fashion shows and Tai Chi lessons provide “insider” opportunities to discover the ebb and flow of Chinese life in the 21st century.
Nights 13, 14 & 15: Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai Shanghai, China Deluxe Rooms! The luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai is located right downtown in the midst of this exciting city. The hotel enjoys a well-earned reputation of excellence with its inspiring décor, spacious, well-appointed guest rooms, and exemplary service. Guest rooms feature a large writing desk, comfortable armchair, color TV with DVD / CD player, high-speed Internet access, and dual-line telephone. The marble bath includes a deep soaking tub and separate shower stall. A large indoor swimming pool, a state-of-the-art Fitness Centre and a tranquil spa are options during leisure time. Dining venues include the Si Ji Xuan restaurant showcasing Cantonese and Shanghainese favorites, the Steak House, Shintaro which features an open-kitchen design and the relaxed Café Studio. The Four Seasons Shanghai was voted the best hotel in Shanghai by the readers of Travel+Leisure.