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Kingsway International presents
A Texas
Band Salute to
the 2008
Beijing Olympics
Join with other leading Texas bands and
Jerry F. Junkin
Artistic Director and Conductor, Dallas Wind Symphony
Director of Bands, The University of Texas at Austin
June 2008
An event of the Beijing City Festival
‘Perform in Harmony–With Olympic Spirit’
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The Beijing Olympics ...................................................... 3
The Texas Band Salute to the Olympic Games ....................... 4
The Kingsway Experience ................................................ 6
The Program Summary .................................................... 7
The Itineraries .............................................................. 8
The Package Details ..................................................... 19
Application Form ......................................................... 21
Contacts .................................................................... 22
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China’s History spans many thousands of years. The staging of the 2008 Olympic
Games heralds a fundamental global transition as China takes its place in the new world.
This is a moment in history you can be a part of. O
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The Olympic Games will be China’s greatest ever
international event. Beijing is already starting to radiate
the excitement that comes with staging an event of this
magnitude and significance.
The organizers of the Olympic Games Cultural Festival of
the Beijing Olympic Games recognize that the public
entertainment program is a key expression of this
excitement in the immediate countdown to the Olympic
Games.
The Sydney 2000 Olympic performance experience indicates that performing in the pre
Olympic countdown period is the ideal time to contribute to the Olympic excitement.
Appropriate venues are available
Airlines and hotels are not yet charging an Olympic premium
Cities are comfortable to move around in
Audiences are abundant
The Beijing Olympics commence on 8 August. The
Perform In Harmony – With Olympic Spirit
countdown performance programs operate during
the 2008 Summer break.
This is your invitation to contribute to this
excitement as America salutes the XXIX Olympic
Games.
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The Texas Band Salute to the Olympic Games T
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The Festival A band festival that honors excellence in instrumental music and salutes
the forthcoming Olympic Games. An event that creates bridges between Chinese and T
American music as well as between performers and audiences. H
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The Leader Jerry F. Junkin serves as Artistic Director and
Conductor of the Dallas Wind Symphony, as well as Director of O
Bands, Head of the Division of Conducting and Ensembles, and L
the Frank C. Erwin Centennial Professor of Conducting at The Y
University of Texas at Austin. Performances conducted by M
Professor Junkin have been heard by millions of listeners P
through radio broadcasts and on CD with the recent highly I
acclaimed releases on the Reference Recordings label. C
Ensembles under Mr. Junkin's leadership have performed for
the Texas Music Educators Association (twice), national meetings G
of the College Band Director's National Association (twice), the A
American Bandmasters Association, and the World Association M
of Symphonic Bands and Ensembles, as well as in distinguished E
concert halls throughout America. S
Professor Junkin became conductor of The University of Texas Wind Ensemble in the fall
of 1988, following an appointment as Director of Bands at the University of South Florida.
From 1978 to 1982, he served as Assistant Director of Bands at UT, after which he held a
similar position at The University of Michigan. In addition to his responsibilities as
Professor of Music and Conductor and Music Director of the UT Wind Ensemble and
Chamber Winds, he serves as Head of the Conducting Division and teaches courses in
conducting and wind band literature. He is a recipient of the Texas Excellence in Teaching
awards, presented annually by the Ex-Student's Association, and he has recently been
named an Outstanding Young Texas Ex by that same organization. Professor Junkin's
students hold notable conducting posts throughout American higher education.
Performances under the direction of Mr. Junkin have won the praise of such notable
musicians as Gunther Schuller, Karel Husa, William Kraft, Jacob Druckman and Michael
Colgrass, among others. Maintaining an active schedule as a guest conductor, clinician and
lecturer, he has appeared in those capacities in some forty states, and throughout Europe,
Canada and Australia. Lawson Taitte of The Dallas Morning News calls Mr. Junkin "...an
invigorating leader who can mold a phrase and build a climax...a band version of Leonard
Bernstein."
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The vision I can think of no finer cultural offering for the 2008 Olympic Games than to T
stage the finest Texan bands in a grand Salute To Beijing, the Olympic City. We will O
perform under the banner of ‘Perform In Harmony – With Olympic Spirit’ in this mystical
capital as well as in Shanghai. The Olympic countdown enables us to contribute to T
creating lasting partnerships between the people of China and America. Our music will H
showcase what humanity shares as the world turns its spotlight on China. Jerry Junkin E
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The Kingsway Experience K
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To visit the Orient is to visit a
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Kingsway has been organizing tours to R
China for 20 years. The Kingsway team I
staged the international countdown E
performance programs in the lead up to N
the 2000 Sydney Olympics. C
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Kingsway knows how to ensure the safety and health of its visitors. The buses, guides,
hotels and restaurants Kingsway chooses assure you of comfort and security.
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The Program Summary
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Program 1 Beijing – Shanghai 10 days
Program 2 Beijing - Shanghai – Hangzhou 12 days
Program 3 Xian – Beijing - Shanghai 12 days
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The Itineraries
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PROGRAM ONE
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BEIJING – SHANGHAI
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DAY ONE: Saturday, June 7
USA/CHINA: Depart USA on Flight to China H
We begin our adventure in travel, as we board the giant jet for our flight over the Pacific. A
We follow the sun as we fly to the Orient. N
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DAY TWO: Sunday, June 8 A
BEIJING: Arrive Beijing, Orientation Tour (D) I
We are greeted by the friendly Kingsway International representatives
upon arrival in Beijing, China's capital for 3,000 years. Home to over 13
million people, Beijing is China's third largest city and the heart of the
nation's government, economy, and culture. The increasing excitement of
the forthcoming Olympics can be felt all over the city. 2008 will be
remembered as the year that China took its place in the modern world.
We will all be affected by being a part of this moment in history. We’re
entranced by our first look at this magnificent city, as our musicians and
entourage travel to our hotel for our first evening of this grand
adventure. Overnight in Beijing.
DAY THREE: Monday, June 9
BEIJING: Visit Tian Anmen Square, Forbidden City, Rehearsal (B/L/D)
Today we visit the world’s largest plaza, Tian Anmen Square covering
over 100 acres. This square is lined with monumental public
buildings, fronting the legendary and once Forbidden City. 250 acres
of splendid 15th century halls and
pavilions graced with imperial treasures
now comprise the Palace Museum that
is the Forbidden City. We follow where
millions of people have walked before
us as we visit the remarkable complex
of exquisite buildings and squares. For
almost 500 years ordinary citizens could not enter this vast
courtyard – hence the name Forbidden City. In the afternoon,
we gather for a massed rehearsal for the Texas Salute with Jerry
Junkin. After the rehearsal, we celebrate with a banquet
dinner.
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DAY FOUR: Tuesday, June 10 G
BEIJING: Exploration of Beijing; Temple of Heaven
and Concerts (B/L/D) /
After breakfast we travel to the Temple of Heaven, S
one of the most photographed buildings in the world. H
Built in 1420 and restored in 1890, the Hall of Prayer A
for Good Harvests is one of the several amazing N
traditional structures that we see. As we travel G
through the city our guides also show us many of the H
Olympic related facilities that have been constructed for the 2008 Games. In the A
afternoon, we rehearse for the evening concerts. This evening we stage individual I
performances. Overnight in Beijing.
DAY FIVE: Wednesday, June 11
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BEIJING: Texas Salute (B/L/D)
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We start our day with preparations for tonight’s concert. This concert – the Texas Salute
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to the Olympic Games - will see the participating bands from Texas join in a salute to the
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Beijing Olympics under the direction of Jerry Junkin. Overnight in Beijing.
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DAY SIX: Thursday, June 12
BEIJING: Great Wall, Beijing Opera (B/L/D)
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Today we visit the Great Wall, a highlight of our visit. S
We learn of its construction 2,000 years ago, and H
examine first-hand one of the most scenic portions of A
its 3,700-mile length. This evening we attend the N
Beijing Opera to complete our full experience of G
traditional Beijing. Overnight in Beijing. H
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DAY SEVEN: Friday, June 13 I
BEIJING/SHANGHAI: Depart for Shanghai (B/L/D)
We travel to the airport and fly to Shanghai, China’s second largest and most
cosmopolitan city. We immediately notice the amazing skyscrapers, which
tower as far as the eye can see. Futuristic buildings dominate the skyline,
particularly in the recently transformed area known as the Pudong. So many
new buildings have interesting designs and we learn that the city now boasts
one of the fastest rail lines in the world, connecting the center with the
huge, modern airport. We travel along the old European-styled buildings
fronting the Bund, the tree-lined avenue bordering the Huangpu River.
Overnight in Shanghai.
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DAY EIGHT: Saturday, June 14 G
SHANGHAI: Shanghai sightseeing, Shanghai Acrobats (B/L/D)
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This morning we visit the famous Yu Garden, a place of peace and
comfort in the heart of bustling Shanghai. Dating back to the fabled Ming S
Dynasty, Yu Garden began as a private garden created by Pan Yunduan, H
who spent almost 20 years, and all of his savings, to build a garden in A
order to please his parents in their old age. "Yu" in Chinese means "peace N
and health". This evening enjoy seeing the world-famous Shanghai G
Acrobats performance. H
Overnight in Shanghai. A
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DAY NINE: Sunday, June 15
SHANGHAI: Sightseeing, Farewell Concert (B/L/D)
Following breakfast this morning we enjoy a visit
to the famous "Old Town", after which there is
some time for shopping and taking pictures of the
fashionable stores along the Nanjing Road. We
have time to prepare for our farewell to China
individual performances. After our final concert
we celebrate with our end of tour banquet.
Overnight in Shanghai.
DAY TEN: Monday, June 16
SHANGHAI/USA: Depart Shanghai (B)
This morning we may have time for some last minute shopping. We leave on an afternoon
flight with our hearts filled with rich memories of traditional and futuristic China and the
joy of having represented America abroad at a time of profound transition for the Chinese
people.
*Concerts subject to confirmation.
**The daily itinerary may be modified slightly on performance days in order to accommodate concert
preparation needs.
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PROGRAM TWO N
BEIJING – SHANGHAI - HANGZHOU G
DAY ONE: Saturday, June 7 /
USA/CHINA: Depart USA on Flight to China
We begin our adventure as we board the giant jet for our flight over the S
Pacific. We follow the sun as we fly to the Orient. H
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DAY TWO: Sunday, June 8 A
BEIJING: Arrive Beijing, orientation tour (D) I
We are greeted by the friendly Kingsway International representatives upon arrival in /
Beijing, China's capital for 3,000 years. Home to over 13 million people, Beijing is China's
third largest city and the heart of the nation's government, economy, and culture. The H
increasing excitement of the forthcoming Olympics can be felt all over the city. 2008 will A
be remembered as the year that China took its rightful place in the modern world order. N
We will all be affected by being a part of this moment in history. We’re entranced by our G
first look at this magnificent city, as we travel to our hotel for our first evening of this Z
grand adventure.
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Overnight in Beijing.
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DAY THREE: Monday, June 9
BEIJING: Visit Tian Anmen Square, Forbidden City, Rehearsal (B/L/D)
Today we visit the world’s largest plaza, Tian Anmen Square covering
over 100 acres. This square is lined with monumental public
buildings, fronting the legendary and once Forbidden City. 250 acres
of splendid 15th century halls and
pavilions graced with imperial treasures
now comprise the Palace Museum that
is the Forbidden City. We follow where
millions of people have walked before
us as we visit the remarkable complex
of exquisite buildings and squares. For
almost 500 years ordinary citizens could not enter this vast
courtyard – hence the name Forbidden City. In the afternoon,
we gather for a massed rehearsal for the Texas Salute with Jerry
Junkin. After the rehearsal, we celebrate with a banquet
dinner.
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DAY FOUR: Tuesday, June 10
BEIJING: Exploration of Beijing; Temple of Heaven S
and Concerts (B/L/D) H
A
After breakfast we travel to the Temple of Heaven, N
one of the most photographed buildings in the world. G
Built in 1420 and restored in 1890, the Hall of Prayer H
for Good Harvests is one of the several amazing A
traditional structures that we see. As we travel I
through the city our guides also show us many of the
Olympic related facilities that have been constructed for the 2008 Games. In the
/
afternoon, we rehearse for the evening concerts. This evening we stage individual
performances. Overnight in Beijing.
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DAY FIVE: Wednesday, June 11 G
BEIJING: Texas Salute (B/L/D) Z
We start our day with preparations tonight’s concert. This concert – the Texas Salute to H
the Olympic Games - will see the participating bands from Texas join in a salute to the O
Beijing Olympics under the direction of Jerry Junkin. Overnight in Beijing. U
DAY SIX: Thursday, June 12
BEIJING: Great Wall, Beijing Opera (B/L/D)
Today we visit the Great Wall, a highlight of our visit.
We learn of its construction 2,000 years ago, and
examine first-hand one of the most scenic portions of
its 3,700-mile length. This evening we attend the
Beijing Opera to complete our full experience of
traditional Beijing. Overnight in Beijing.
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DAY SEVEN: Friday, June 13
BEIJING/SHANGHAI: Depart for Shanghai (B/L/D) /
Today we take a flight to Shanghai, China’s second S
largest and most cosmopolitan city. We immediately H
notice the amazing skyscrapers, which tower as far as the A
eye can see. Beautiful futuristic buildings dominate the N
skyline, particularly in the recently transformed area G
known as the Pudong. So many new buildings have H
interesting designs and we learn that the city now boasts A
one of the fastest rail lines in the world, connecting the center with the huge, modern I
airport. We travel along the old European-styled buildings fronting the Bund, the tree-
lined avenue bordering the Huangpu River. Dinner and overnight in Shanghai.
/
DAY EIGHT: Saturday, June 14 H
SHANGHAI: Shanghai sightseeing, Shanghai Acrobats (B/L/D) A
N
This morning we visit the famous Yu Garden, a place of peace and G
comfort in the heart of bustling Shanghai. Dating back to the fabled Z
Ming Dynasty, Yu Garden began as a private garden created by Pan H
Yunduan, who spent almost 20 years, and all of his savings, to build a O
garden in order to please his parents in their old age. "Yu" in Chinese U
means "peace and health". This evening we enjoy seeing the world-
famous Shanghai Acrobats performance.
Overnight in Shanghai.
DAY NINE: Sunday, June 15
SHANGHAI: Sightseeing, Farewell Concert (B/L/D)
Following breakfast this morning we enjoy a visit
to the famous "Old Town", after which there is
some time for shopping and taking pictures of the
fashionable stores along the Nanjing Road. We
have time to prepare for our farewell to China
individual performances. After our final concert
we celebrate with our end of tour banquet.
Overnight in Shanghai.
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DAY TEN: Monday, June 16 G
SHANGHAI/HANGZHOU: Train to Hangzhou (B/L/D)
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After breakfast, we take a train to Hangzhou, called by
Marco Polo “the City of Heaven”. The city has become S
one of the most popular tourist destinations for wealthy H
Chinese citizens because of its stunning beauty and its A
situation on the exquisite West Lake (Xi Hu). It also marks N
the southern terminus of the 1,000 mile long Grand Canal G
of China. After checking into our hotel we tour this H
beautiful city, where there are beautiful gardens and A
parks lining the shore and several outstanding temples, I
including the Yuefei Mu and the Lingyin Si (one of China’s
largest and most famous). Overnight in Hangzhou.
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DAY ELEVEN: Tuesday, June 17 N
HANGZHOU: Sightseeing (B/L/D) G
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Today we enjoy another day in picturesque Hangzhou. We also have plenty of time to do H
some exploring and sightseeing on our own. This evening we gather for a Farewell Dinner O
before retiring for our last overnight in Hangzhou. U
DAY TWELVE: Wednesday, June 18
HANGZHOU/SHANGHAI/USA: Depart Shanghai (B)
This morning we may have time for some last minute shopping. We leave on an afternoon
flight with our hearts filled with rich memories of traditional and futuristic China and the
joy of having represented America abroad at a time of profound transition for the Chinese
people.
*Concerts subject to confirmation.
***The daily itinerary may be modified slightly on performance days in order to accommodate concert
preparation needs
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PROGRAM THREE /
XI’AN – BEIJING - SHANGHAI
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DAY ONE: Thursday, June 5 E
USA/CHINA: Depart USA on Flight to China I
J
We begin our adventure in travel, as we board the giant jet for our flight over I
the Pacific. We follow the sun as we fly to the Orient. N
G
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DAY TWO: Friday, June 6
XI’AN: Arrival and Check In (D) S
H
We arrive in the imperial city of Xi’an. Upon arrival we are met and welcomed by our A
Kingsway International Representative who provide us with an orientation to this ancient N
city. G
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DAY THREE: Saturday, June 7 I
XI’AN: Sightseeing, Terra-cotta warriors, Dumpling Dinner (B/L/D)
We are introduced to Chinese culture and history with
a tour to the Old City Wall, and the seven story brick
Big Wild Goose Pagoda built in 652 A.D. After lunch,
Xi’an’s history unfolds before us as we visit one of the
world’s greatest discoveries. More than 6,000 life-size
terra-cotta soldiers with individual facial expressions
were discovered buried with their horses, guarding the
tomb of 3rd century B.C. Emperor Qin Shi Buangdi. This
evening we enjoy a Dumpling dinner at a local
restaurant. Overnight in Xi’an.
DAY FOUR: Sunday, June 8
XI’AN/BEIJING: Explore Xi’an, fly to Beijing, orientation to Beijing (B/L/D)
We enjoy some sightseeing before boarding a flight for Beijing, China's capital for 3,000
years. Home to over 13 million people, Beijing is China's third largest city and the heart of
the nation's government, economy, and culture. We will be entranced by our first look at
this magnificent city as we motor coach to our hotel. We enjoy a Chinese Dinner and
overnight in Beijing.
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DAY FIVE: Monday, June 9
BEIJING: Visit Tian Anmen Square, Forbidden City, Rehearsal (B/L/D) B
E
Today we visit the world’s largest plaza, Tian Anmen Square covering I
over 100 acres. This square is lined with monumental public J
buildings, fronting the legendary and once Forbidden City. 250 acres I
of splendid 15th century halls and N
pavilions graced with imperial treasures G
now comprise the Palace Museum that
is the Forbidden City. We follow where /
millions of people have walked before
us as we visit the remarkable complex S
of exquisite buildings and squares. For H
almost 500 years ordinary citizens could not enter this vast A
courtyard – hence the name Forbidden City. In the afternoon, N
we gather for a massed rehearsal for the Texas Salute with Jerry G
Junkin. After the rehearsal, we celebrate with a banquet H
dinner. A
I
DAY SIX: Tuesday, June 10
BEIJING: Exploration of Beijing; Temple of Heaven
and Concerts (B/L/D)
After breakfast we travel to the Temple of Heaven,
one of the most photographed buildings in the world.
Built in 1420 and restored in 1890, the Hall of Prayer
for Good Harvests is one of the several amazing
traditional structures that we see. As we travel
through the city our guides also show us many of the
Olympic related facilities that have been constructed for the 2008 Games. In the
afternoon, we rehearse for the evening concerts. This evening we stage individual
performances. Overnight in Beijing.
DAY SEVEN: Wednesday, June 11
BEIJING: Texas Salute (B/L/D)
We start our day with preparations tonight’s concert. This concert – the Texas Salute to
the Olympic Games - will see the participating bands from Texas join in a salute to the
Beijing Olympics under the direction of Jerry Junkin. Overnight in Beijing.
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N
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DAY EIGHT: Thursday, June 12
BEIJING: Great Wall, Beijing Opera (B/L/D) B
E
Today we visit the Great Wall, a highlight of our visit. I
We learn of its construction 2,000 years ago, and J
examine first-hand one of the most scenic portions of I
its 3,700-mile length. This evening we attend the N
Beijing Opera to complete our full experience of G
traditional Beijing. Overnight in Beijing.
/
DAY NINE: Friday, June 13 S
BEIJING/SHANGHAI: Depart for Shanghai (B,L,D) H
A
Today we take a flight to Shanghai, China’s second largest and most
N
cosmopolitan city. We immediately notice the amazing skyscrapers,
G
which tower as far as the eye can see. Beautiful futuristic buildings
dominate the skyline, particularly in the recently transformed area H
known as the Pudong. So many new buildings have interesting designs A
and we learn that the city now boasts one of the fastest rail lines in the I
world, connecting the center with the huge, modern airport. We travel
along the old European-styled buildings fronting the Bund, the tree-
lined avenue bordering the Huangpu River. We enjoy some sightseeing
before gathering for dinner and our first overnight in Shanghai.
DAY TEN: Saturday, June 14
SHANGHAI: Shanghai sightseeing, Shanghai Acrobats (B,L,D)
This morning we visit the famous Yu Garden, a place of peace and
comfort in the heart of bustling Shanghai. Dating back to the fabled
Ming Dynasty, Yu Garden began as a private garden created by Pan
Yunduan, who spent almost 20 years, and all of his savings, to build a
garden in order to please his parents in their old age. "Yu" in Chinese
means "peace and health". This evening we enjoy seeing the world-
famous Shanghai Acrobats performance. Overnight in Shanghai.
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DAY ELEVEN: Sunday, June 15
SHANGHAI: Sightseeing, Farewell Concert (B/L/D) B
E
Following breakfast this morning we enjoy a visit I
to the famous "Old Town", after which there is J
some time for shopping and taking pictures of the I
fashionable stores along the Nanjing Road. We N
have time to prepare for our farewell to China G
individual performances. After our final concert
we celebrate with our end of tour banquet. /
Overnight in Shanghai.
S
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N
G
DAY TWELVE: Monday, June 16
SHANGHAI/USA: Depart Shanghai (B) H
A
This morning we may have time for some last minute shopping. We leave on an afternoon I
flight with our hearts filled with rich memories of traditional and futuristic China and the
joy of having represented America abroad at a time of profound transition for the Chinese
people.
*Concerts subject to confirmation.
***The daily itinerary may be modified slightly on performance days in order to accommodate concert
preparation needs.
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