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<center><font size="+5">Trip to China</font></center><br>
<center><font color="Blue" size="+2">---Offers five different travel programs at 2012</font></center><br>
<center><font color="Blue" size="+2">We will assist you to get airticket and China visa</font></center><br>

<H3>Why Bangor Chinese School?</h3>
In the past five years, many travelers from Maine have been to China with the Bangor Chinese school (BCS) trip to China program; and the feedback is great!  If you travel with BCS, you will gain the knowledge in both Chinese language and culture, and make your trip more meaningful; with experienced trip leaders from the School, your trip will be fun and safe; because the School has a strong connection with China, so wherever you go you will feel very comfortable, just like home.</p>
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<h2><b><font color="red">At 2012, the school is going to offer five different trips to China as following:</font></b></h2>

<p>To reserve your place: Complete the registration form and return it with you $600 deposit to 53 Cumberland Street, Bangor, ME 04401.</p> 
<p>Application Deadline: December 10, 2011 for spring trips; May 1, 2011 for summer trips; July 1, 2012 for fall trips. Space is limited so register early! Registration date is the date that deposit is received. You will receive an email confirming your registration.</p>
<p>For itinerary and more information please call Jing at 990-0710; or email to jingzhang@bangorchinese.com.</p>
Prices are land only, per person, double. Visas: A single entry China visa is required for U.S. citizens.<br><br>

<b> <font color="red">Family and Friends AND SAVE!</font></b><br>
Save $50 each when 3 guests travel together.<br>
Save $100 each when 4 guests travel together.<br>
Save $150 each when 5 or more guests travel together.<br>

<h3><b><i><font color="red">1. Trip to Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai; 9 days from $1,799</i></b></h3></font>

Leave at March 3, April 16, and October 9, 2012; depart from Bangor or Portland airport<br><br>
<img src="CHINA1.JPG" align="right" border="2" height="200" width="240">
<p> <b>Day 1– Depart America<br></b>		
<b>Day 2– Arrival in Beijing<br></b>
<b>Day 3– Around the capital:</b>
Full-day sightseeing includes Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and Summer Palace. This evening, sit down to a traditional Peking Duck banquet. Meals B,L,D<br>
<b>Day 4 – A thrilling excursion to the Great Wall:</b>
After breakfast, explore the Great Wall, and could spend several hours and enjoy climbing the spectacular wall. Return to your hotel, driving by the iconic stadiums of the 2008 Summer Olympics. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 5 – Fly/train to Xian, ancient capital of 13 dynasties:</b>
Explore by rickshaw through a hutong, an ancient enclave within the bustling city.
Meet with a resident family, then fly to Xian. Dine on savory dumplings, a specialty of the region and overnight at the Xi'an Jiaotong Hotel, or at Train with a 4-bed private cart. Meals B,D<br>
<b>Day 6 – The Terra Cotta Warriors:</b>
Discover China’s greatest archaeological discovery at the Terra Cotta Warriors Museum in Xian and visit the graceful Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 7 – Donghan Village, filled out by artists:</b>
Learn to paint and paper cuts; visit a school and have lunch/dinner (home-made food) with a family in the village. It is the time to share the pictures with the villagers. Then fly/train to Shanghai. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 8 – Delightful Shanghai:</b>
A morning at leisure is a great opportunity to step out and explore the historic French Concession, close by your hotel. In the afternoon, join city residents on the Shanghai metro and ride with your guide to People’s Square, a popular gathering spot. Sightseeing continues at the renowned Shanghai Museum and along the waterfront Bund into vibrant Pudong. Gather this evening for a farewell dinner of fine regional cuisine. Meals B,D<br>
<b>Day 9 – Depart Shanghai:</b>
Your tour with us finishes this morning after breakfast. Meals B<br>

<h3><b><i><font color="red">2. Trip to Beijing, Xi'an, Suzhou and Shanghai; 11 days from $2,099</i></b></h3></font>

Leave at March 3, April 16, and October 9, 2012; depart from Bangor or Portland airport<br><br>
<img src="CHINA3.JPG" align="right" border="2" height="200" width="240">
<p> <b>Day 1– Depart America<br></b>		
<b>Day 2– Arrival in Beijing<br></b>
<b>Day 3– Around the capital:</b>
Full-day sightseeing includes Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and Summer Palace. This evening, sit down to a traditional Peking Duck banquet. Meals B,L,D<br>
<b>Day 4 – A thrilling excursion to the Great Wall:</b>
After breakfast, explore the Great Wall, and could spend several hours and enjoy climbing the spectacular wall. Return to your hotel, driving by the iconic stadiums of the 2008 Summer Olympics. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 5 – Fly/train to Xian, ancient capital of 13 dynasties:</b>
Explore by rickshaw through a hutong, an ancient enclave within the bustling city.
Meet with a resident family, then fly to Xian. Dine on savory dumplings, a specialty of the region and overnight at the Xi'an Jiaotong Hotel, or at Train with a 4-bed private cart. Meals B,D<br>
<b>Day 6 – The Terra Cotta Warriors:</b>
Discover China’s greatest archaeological discovery at the Terra Cotta Warriors Museum in Xian and visit the graceful Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 7 – Donghan Village, filled out by artists:</b>
Learn to paint and paper cuts; visit a school and have lunch/dinner (home- made food) with a family in the village. It is the time to share the pictures with the villagers. Then fly/train to Shanghai. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 8 – Fly/train to Suzhou, the garden city -- “Above there is Heaven. Below there is SuHang.”</b>
Enjoy a bike ride to a nearby park to join city residents in their morning Taiqi. Explore the classic architecture of Wuzhen, 2,000-year-old town of meandering canals and graceful bridges. Continue on to ancient Suzhou and check in to hotel. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 9 – A garden, a gate and the Grand Canal...</b>
Visit the Garden of the Master of the Nets, one of the loveliest in this city of gardens, and see the ancient City Gate. Enjoy a leisurely cruise on the Grand Canal and continue on to the Dakang Holiday Inn in Shanghai. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 10 – Out and about in Shanghai:</b>
A morning at leisure is a great opportunity to step out and explore the historic French Concession, close by your hotel. In the afternoon, join city residents on the Shanghai metro and ride with your guide to People’s Square, a popular gathering spot. Sightseeing continues at the renowned Shanghai Museum and along the waterfront Bund into vibrant Pudong. Gather this evening for a farewell dinner of fine regional cuisine. Meals B,D<br>
<b>Day 11 – Depart Shanghai</b>
Your tour with us finishes this morning after breakfast. Meals B<br><br>

<h3><i><font color="red">3. A trip to Beijing, Yangtze River, Xi'An, and Shanghai; 14 days from $2,999</i></h3></font>

Leave at Feb. 28, April 16, August 1, and October 9, 2012; depart from Bangor or Portland airport<br><br>

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<p> <b>Day 1 – Depart America:</b><br>
<b>Day 2 – Welcome to Beijing!:</b><br>
<b>Day 3 – The splendors of Imperial Beijing:</b>
Your full-day sightseeing features Tiananmen Square, the fabled Forbidden City, and a hutong tour. Then, you may spend time with a resident family (optional). Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 4 – The Great Wall of China:</b>
Explore atop the Great Wall and walk along the statue-lined Sacred Way to visit the Ming Tombs. See the iconic Olympic venues en route to your hotel. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 5 – From Summer Palace to 5-star ship:</b>
Visit the magnificent Summer Palace, erstwhile retreat of royalty, and then fly to Yichang to board the intimate 5-star ship. Meals B,D<br>
<b>Day 6 – The immense Three Gorges Dam:</b>
Enjoy morning Taiqi, enlightening talks and cultural presentations. After lunch onboard, visit the Three Gorges Dam, the largest in the world. Return to ship as it enters scenic Xiling Gorge, longest of the Three Gorges. Meals B,L,D<br>
<b>Day 7 – Up Shennong Stream and through the Yangtze Gorges:</b>
Step off ship and journey by traditional sampan up a rushing stream into the Lesser Gorges. Back onboard, admire the breathtaking scenery as you sail through fabled Wu Gorge and spectacular Qutang Gorge, narrowest of the three. Meals B,L,D<br>
<b>Day 8 – Ashore in Fengdu:</b>
Visit ancient temples in the “Ghost City” of Fengdu and return to ship for lunch. Enjoy a leisurely and enriching afternoon of cruising. Meals B,L,D<br>
<b>Day 9 – Onward to the ancient capital of Xian:</b>
Disembark your ship in Chongqing and visit the Panda Hall before your flight to Xian. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 10 – Out and about in Xian:</b>
Marvel at China’s greatest archaeological discovery, the Terra Cotta Warriors, and visit Big Wild Goose Pagoda. At lunch, observe the art of noodle making. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 11 – Donghan Village, filled out by artists:</b> 
Learn to paint and paper cuts; visit a school and have lunch/dinner (home-made food) with a family in the village.<br>
<b>Day 12 – Delightful Shanghai:</b>
Fly to Shanghai and step out with your guide to explore the historic French Concession. Meals B<br>
<b>Day 13 – Explore the city:</b>
In-depth sightseeing begins along the waterfront Bund and continues into vibrant Pudong. Visit the lovely Yu Yuan Garden and behold the amazing collections of the highly respected Shanghai Museum. Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 14 – So long, Shanghai...:</b>
Your tour program finishes this morning after breakfast. Meals B<br>
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<h3><i><font color="red">4. A trip to Beijing, Xi'An, Tibet, Guilin, Shanghai, and Hong Kong; 16 days from $3,599</i></h3></font>
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Leave at July 23, August 1, and October 1, 2012; depart from Bangor or Portland airport<br><br>

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<b>Day 1 – Depart America</b><br>
<b>Day 2 – Arrive Beijing:</b>
Check in to hotel, just a short stroll from the Wangfujing Street.<br>
<b>Day 3 – Full day sightseeing in the capital:</b>
Stand in Tiananmen Square and tour the imposing Forbidden City. Explore a hutong, an ancient settlement in the heart of the city. Tonight, sit down to a traditional Peking Duck Banquet. Meals B,L,D<br>
<b>Day 4 – The Great Wall:</b>
Explore atop the Great Wall and walk along the statue-lined Sacred Way to visit the Ming Tombs. See the iconic Olympic venues en route to your hotel. This evening may visit Laoshe Tea Shop (optional).  Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 5 – Onward to Xian:</b>
Tour the resplendent Summer Palace and then fly/take first-class Train to Xian. Meals B,D<br>
<b>Day 6 – Touch Antiquity in the ancient capital:</b>
Tour the excavation site of China’s greatest archaeological discovery and learn more at the Terra Cotta Warriors Museum. Join curators to Touch Antiquity at the Shaanxi History Museum, examining and handling ancient artifacts. This evening enjoy Tang Dynasty Dinner Show (optional). Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 7 – City wall, Han Tomb and Zhong Gu Lou:</b>
Get a close up view of the Xi’an City Wall. The wall was originally built in the Tang Dynasty during the 7th century; visit historical Han Tomb, and the center of Xi'an<br>
<b>Days 8 – Xian to Tibet:</b>  
Rest for acclimatization. <br>
<b>Day 9-10 – In Lhasa:</b>
Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar, Sera Monastery; Potala Palace, Drepung Monastery. <br>
<b>Day 11 – Lhasa to Guilin:</b>
After experience the natural views of Tibet, fly to Yunnan<br>

<b>Day 12-13 – Rafting down the Yulong:</b>
Guilin, surrounded by landscapes that have inspired artists and poets for centuries. A specially arranged bamboo raft excursion along the Yulong, a particularly scenic tributary of the Li River.<br>
<b>Day 14 – Guilin City:</b>
"The water and mountain of Guilin is the No. 1 under the sky" Fly to Hong Kong in the evening.<br>
<b>Day 15 – Hong Kong at your leisure:</b>
Enjoy this day to explore the city, shop, dine and relax at your own pace. <br>
<b>Day 16 – Farewell to China!</b>
Your tour with us ends this morning after breakfast.Meals B<br>
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<h3><i><font color="red">5. A trip to Beijing, Xi'An, Tibet, Yunnan, Guilin, Shanghai, and Hong Kong; 18 days from $3,999</i></h3></font>
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Leave at April 16, July 23, August 1, and October 1, 2012; depart from Bangor or Portland airport<br><br>

<p> 
<b>Day 1 – Depart America</b><br>
<b>Day 2 – Arrive Beijing:</b>
Check in to hotel, just a short stroll from the Wangfujing Street.<br>
<b>Day 3 – Full day sightseeing in the capital:</b>
Stand in Tiananmen Square and tour the imposing Forbidden City. Explore a hutong, an ancient settlement in the heart of the city. Tonight, sit down to a traditional Peking Duck Banquet. Meals B,L,D<br>
<b>Day 4 – The Great Wall:</b>
Explore atop the Great Wall and walk along the statue-lined Sacred Way to visit the Ming Tombs. See the iconic Olympic venues en route to your hotel. This evening may visit Laoshe Tea Shop (optional).  Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 5 – Onward to Xian:</b>
Tour the resplendent Summer Palace and then fly/take first-class Train to Xian. Meals B,D<br>
<b>Day 6 – Touch Antiquity in the ancient capital:</b>
Tour the excavation site of China’s greatest archaeological discovery and learn more at the Terra Cotta Warriors Museum. Join curators to Touch Antiquity at the Shaanxi History Museum, examining and handling ancient artifacts. This evening enjoy Tang Dynasty Dinner Show (optional). Meals B,L<br>
<b>Day 7 – City wall, Han Tomb and Zhong Gu Lou:</b>
Get a close up view of the Xi’an City Wall. The wall was originally built in the Tang Dynasty during the 7th century; visit historical Han Tomb, and the center of Xi'an<br>
<b>Days 8 – Xian to Tibet:</b>  
Rest for acclimatization. <br>
<b>Day 9-10 – In Lhasa:</b>
Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar, Sera Monastery; Potala Palace, Drepung Monastery. <br>
<b>Day 11 – Lhasa to Yunnan (Kunming):</b>
After experience the natural views of Tibet, fly to Yunnan<br>
<b>Day 12-13 –Yunnan:</b>
Tour the city with "every season is spring" and enjoy the beauty of nature and heavy atmosphere of variety of ethnic group of people. Overnight Train to Guilin<br>
<b>Day 14-15 – Rafting down the Yulong:</b>
Guilin, surrounded by landscapes that have inspired artists and poets for centuries. A specially arranged bamboo raft excursion along the Yulong, a particularly scenic tributary of the Li River.<br>
<b>Day 16 – Guilin City:</b>
"The water and mountain of Guilin is the No. 1 under the sky" Fly to Hong Kong in the evening.<br>
<b>Day 17 – Hong Kong at your leisure:</b>
Enjoy this day to explore the city, shop, dine and relax at your own pace. <br>
<b>Day 18 – Farewell to China!</b>
Your tour with us ends this morning after breakfast.Meals B<br>
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