TERMS & CONDITIONSTRAVEL IN CHINA:The schedule will bedemanding with moderate physical activity. Travelin China requires good physical condition andhealth (special needs must be arranged for inadvance and may result in additional costs), aspirit of adventure, a flexible attitude, and a senseof humor. The itinerary is subject to change andmodification. Every effort will be made to carryout the program as planned, but alterations maystill occur. Participants should be aware that norefunds will be made as a result of unforeseenchanges, modifications, or delays. Some aspects of this tour may not be appropriatefor travelers with health concerns or disabilities.Tourist travel in China can be extremely strenuousand may be especially debilitating to someone inpoor health. Tours often involve walking longdistances and up steep hills. China lacks handicap-accessible facilities. Please consult with ChinaAdvocates if you have any special needs orconcerns.

RESERVATIONS: Bookings are subject to theterms and conditions mentioned in these sections.A contract has been entered into as soon as yourbooking is received and accepted. To confirm thereservation, a deposit of $700 per person isrequired. Final payment is due at 90 days priorto departure and can be paid by check or creditcard.GROUP AIR:A recommended group flight isavailable through AirTreks. This flight will includeairport transfers on both arrival and departure. Thisflight is subject to availability and prices may varydepending on time of purchase. AIR:Airline cancellations and penalties are basedon each carrier and ticket. Be sure to review thesepolicies before purchasing air tickets via AirTreks.China Advocates, Inc. and San Diego Zoo Globalare not responsible for any penalties incurred due toairline schedule changes or cancellations.CANCELLATIONS: No cancellation is validuntil it is received in writing by the office ofChina Advocates. Cancellation penalties arebased on the date of receipt of written notice and areas follows: 91 or more days prior to departure, acancellation fee of $500 per person is retained; 90-46days prior to departure, $1,500 per person; 45-31days prior to departure, $2,500 per person; 30-0 daysprior to departure, no refund is made. Cancellation penalties for additional hotel nights, hoteland cruise ship room upgrades, tour extensions, and anyspecial arrangements, are as follows: 50-31 days prior todeparture, 25% of cost is retained; 30-0 days prior todeparture, no refund is made.RESPONSIBILITIES: China Advocates, Inc. and SanDiego Zoo Global act only as agents for the variouscarriers for which tickets are provided and assume noresponsibility or liability in connection with the service ofany train, vessel, carriage, aircraft, motor vehicle or otherconveyance, which may be used either wholly or in part,in the performance of their duty to the passenger. Neitherwill they be responsible for any act, error, or omission, orfor any injury, loss, accident, delay or irregularity, whichmay be occasioned by any defect in any vehicles, orthrough neglect or default of any company or personengaged in conveying the passenger, or for any hotelproprietor, hotel service or restaurant, or for any other

person engaged in carrying out the purpose for whichtickets or coupons are issued. In the event it becomesnecessary or advisable for the comfort or well-being of thepassengers, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter itineraryor arrangements, such alterations may be made withoutpenalty to the operators. The right is reserved to withdrawany or all tours should conditions warrant, also to declineto accept or retain any passengers as members for thetours. In such instances, full or equitable amounts will berefunded. Refunds for unused carrier tickets may be onlyin accordance with the regulations of the carrier (CST2064278-40). Registration as a seller of travel does notconstitute approval by the State of California. All legalquestions will be settled within the jurisdiction of theCounty of San Francisco, California.VISA: To obtain a Chinese visa, a passport is requiredthat is valid for at least six months beyond the duration ofthe tour. Travelers are responsible for their own visas.Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommendedand available. You will receive travel insuranceinformation once you are confirmed on the program.Itinerary is subject to modification. Prices are subject to change without notice.

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA

CELESTIAL WARRIORS, PLAYFUL PANDAS &

THE MIGHTY YANGZI RIVER

May 14–27, 2017

BEIJING • XIAN • CHENGDU • DUJIANGYAN • CHONGQING • YANGZI RIVER • YICHANG • SHANGHAI

Presorted Standard

U.S. Postage

PAID

San Diego, CA

Permit No. 410

P.O. Box 120551

San Diego, CA 92112 - 0551

Tour Cost• Rates are per person and do not include international air:Main Tour, Double Occupancy $5,590

Single Supplement $1,790

Tibet Pre-Tour Extension $2,690 Single Supplement $ 995

Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension $2,090 Single Supplement $ 595

Round-trip International Air is available through AirTreks. For pricing, please contact AirTreksdirectly at 415-977-7136 or at china-advocates@airtreks.com.Private Airport Transfers upon arrival in Beijing and departure in Shanghai are recommended and available through China Advocates. Call 1-888-333-2585 or email info@china-advocates.com.Main Tour Includes: • Double occupancy accommodations • All meals listed in itinerary • All sightseeing,entertainment, and cultural activities listed in itinerary • Executive Amenities Upgrade onboard Victoria Cruise Ship •Chinese airport taxes • Airport transfers and porterage (for those purchasing the recommended group flights) • Allgroup air and ground transportation within China • English-speaking Chinese local tour guides • China Advocates’National Tour Director (with a minimum of 10 participants) • San Diego Zoo host on the main tour with a minimum of15 participants • San Diego Zoo host on the Tibet Extension with a minimum of 10 participants • Gratuities to localguides and drivers on main tour.Not Included: • Domestic U.S. and international airfare • Gratuities to National Tour Director • Gratuities onextensions • Airport transfers and porterage (if not on group flight) • Visa processing • Meals not included in the tour •Excess baggage charges • Travel insurance • Items of a personal nature.

For more information, please contactChina Advocates toll-free at 888-333-2585, locally at 415-334-4505 or email info@china-advocates.com.

Tour Reservation Form

San Diego Zoo’s WorldWild ToursTMClassical Highlights of China, May 14–27, 2017

Enclosed is a deposit for $ ____________ ($700 per person) to hold ________ place(s). Please makechecks payable to China Advocates. Final payment is due on February 14, 2017.

Passport Name/s _________________________________________Birth date ________________

Passport Name/s _________________________________________Birth date ________________

Address______________________________ City ______________ State ____ ZIP __________

Home/Office ____________________________ Cell ___________________________________

Email 1___________________________________ Email 2 ________________________________ Optional Extensions: Tibet Pre-Tour Extension Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension

Accommodations: Single Double I need assistance securing a roommate. I understand that if a roommate cannot be secured for me, I agree to pay the single supplement fee(s).

Bed Request: One Bed Two Beds Smoking Nonsmoking

I/we understand that, by signing below, I/we acknowledge that the Terms & Conditions section of thisbrochure has been read and accepted.

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________

Credit Card Number for Deposit: ______________________________________________________

Exp. Date ______CVV Code______ (Payments accepted by credit card or check.)

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________Please fax, email, or mail Reservation Form, with deposit, to:

China Advocates3843 Brickway Blvd. • Suite 210 • Santa Rosa, CA • 95403

tel: 888-333-2585 • fax: 415-841-17905 • email: travel@china-advocates.com

Dear Friends of the San Diego Zoo,

We are excited to offer a tour to China in 2017 that will provide ourparticipants with the ultimate giant panda experience. We are visiting two giant panda breeding centers: one in Chengdu and the other inDujiangyan, about an hour northwest of Chengdu. In Chengdu, enjoy thebeautiful, natural complex that is home to approximately 60 giant pandas.After ample time with Chengdu's giant pandas, and a visit to the SmallRed Panda Center, continue on to Dujiangyan. In Dujiangyan, enjoy an exclusive experience, as the breeding center is

not yet open to the public. Go behind the scenes and spend half a dayworking side by side with panda caretakers. Dujiangyan is the only placein China that allows panda volunteer work, which includes cleaning thepanda enclosures, preparing panda cakes, and feeding the pandas. Aftervolunteering you will have your photo taken with a panda! This year’s itinerary will also include visits to Beijing, Xian, and

Shanghai, as well as a Yangzi River cruise. A San Diego Zoo escort willaccompany you on your journey, along with a national tour director fromChina Advocates.*We cordially invite you to join us on this special adventure. Space is

limited to 25 travelers, so your early reservation is encouraged. Withspectacular scenery, fascinating historical landmarks, friendly people,and, of course, the endearing giant pandas, your magical memories fromyour journey to China will be treasured forever.

Sincerely,

Amy ParrottDirector, WorldWild ToursTMSan Diego Zoo Global

*San Diego Zoo host’s participation is based on a minimum group size of 15 travelers, andthe National Tour Director will accompany a group of 10 or more travelers.

FABULOUS DININGSavor China’s Exquisite Regional Cuisines

China today arguably producesthe finest cuisine in the world.Given the country’s stratosphericeconomic rise and the emergenceof a fun-loving middle class, the

special dining experience is prized in Chinese society more than everbefore. A good time in China means nothing if not “to eat well.”

The enjoyment of good food will prove to be one of this tour’srecurring themes. Fine dining certainly makes for a happy occasion,but in China it means much more. Simply put, the brilliance ofChinese culture is found in China’s astounding culinary traditions.Every Chinese region defines itself by its cuisine, and this means thedirect way of experiencing a region is through tasting its food. In theMiddle Kingdom, food unlocks the subtlety and richness of itsculture.

Since your tour passes through much of the country, you’ll havemany opportunities to discover each region’s culinary specialties.And given Chinese creativity, it is unlikely you’ll eat any one dish

twice! One after another, dishesbrought to your table willsurprise you. The enjoyment of“food as culture” will be part ofyour China experience. Here arejust some of the fine eating

establishments you’ll enjoy visiting:§ In BEIJING, dine at Duck de Chine, recognized as a premier

location for the fabled Chinese delicacy, Peking duck. § Xiaolongpu, at the foot of the Great Wall, showcases farmers’

fresh produce and hearty foods, particularly braised meats, whichare conducive to the northern climate and rugged terrain. § In CHENGDU, sample Sichuan cuisine at Tanyoutou Restaurant.

After dinner, you’ll be astounded by Sichuan culture as SichuanOpera performers wow you with their Bian Lian (changing masks)skills. § In SHANGHAI, Ding Tai Feng offers some of the city’s best dim

sum. § Xi Family Garden Restaurant is

often cited as one of the city’sbest choices for Shanghai cuisineand delicate, sweet tastes.

TERMS & CONDITIONSTRAVEL IN CHINA:The schedule will bedemanding with moderate physical activity. Travelin China requires good physical condition andhealth (special needs must be arranged for inadvance and may result in additional costs), aspirit of adventure, a flexible attitude, and a senseof humor. The itinerary is subject to change andmodification. Every effort will be made to carryout the program as planned, but alterations maystill occur. Participants should be aware that norefunds will be made as a result of unforeseenchanges, modifications, or delays. Some aspects of this tour may not be appropriatefor travelers with health concerns or disabilities.Tourist travel in China can be extremely strenuousand may be especially debilitating to someone inpoor health. Tours often involve walking longdistances and up steep hills. China lacks handicap-accessible facilities. Please consult with ChinaAdvocates if you have any special needs orconcerns.

RESERVATIONS: Bookings are subject to theterms and conditions mentioned in these sections.A contract has been entered into as soon as yourbooking is received and accepted. To confirm thereservation, a deposit of $700 per person isrequired. Final payment is due at 90 days priorto departure and can be paid by check or creditcard.GROUP AIR:A recommended group flight isavailable through AirTreks. This flight will includeairport transfers on both arrival and departure. Thisflight is subject to availability and prices may varydepending on time of purchase. AIR:Airline cancellations and penalties are basedon each carrier and ticket. Be sure to review thesepolicies before purchasing air tickets via AirTreks.China Advocates, Inc. and San Diego Zoo Globalare not responsible for any penalties incurred due toairline schedule changes or cancellations.CANCELLATIONS: No cancellation is validuntil it is received in writing by the office ofChina Advocates. Cancellation penalties arebased on the date of receipt of written notice and areas follows: 91 or more days prior to departure, acancellation fee of $500 per person is retained; 90-46days prior to departure, $1,500 per person; 45-31days prior to departure, $2,500 per person; 30-0 daysprior to departure, no refund is made. Cancellation penalties for additional hotel nights, hoteland cruise ship room upgrades, tour extensions, and anyspecial arrangements, are as follows: 50-31 days prior todeparture, 25% of cost is retained; 30-0 days prior todeparture, no refund is made.RESPONSIBILITIES: China Advocates, Inc. and SanDiego Zoo Global act only as agents for the variouscarriers for which tickets are provided and assume noresponsibility or liability in connection with the service ofany train, vessel, carriage, aircraft, motor vehicle or otherconveyance, which may be used either wholly or in part,in the performance of their duty to the passenger. Neitherwill they be responsible for any act, error, or omission, orfor any injury, loss, accident, delay or irregularity, whichmay be occasioned by any defect in any vehicles, orthrough neglect or default of any company or personengaged in conveying the passenger, or for any hotelproprietor, hotel service or restaurant, or for any other

person engaged in carrying out the purpose for whichtickets or coupons are issued. In the event it becomesnecessary or advisable for the comfort or well-being of thepassengers, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter itineraryor arrangements, such alterations may be made withoutpenalty to the operators. The right is reserved to withdrawany or all tours should conditions warrant, also to declineto accept or retain any passengers as members for thetours. In such instances, full or equitable amounts will berefunded. Refunds for unused carrier tickets may be onlyin accordance with the regulations of the carrier (CST2064278-40). Registration as a seller of travel does notconstitute approval by the State of California. All legalquestions will be settled within the jurisdiction of theCounty of San Francisco, California.VISA: To obtain a Chinese visa, a passport is requiredthat is valid for at least six months beyond the duration ofthe tour. Travelers are responsible for their own visas.Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommendedand available. You will receive travel insuranceinformation once you are confirmed on the program.Itinerary is subject to modification. Prices are subject to change without notice.

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA

CELESTIAL WARRIORS, PLAYFUL PANDAS &

THE MIGHTY YANGZI RIVER

May 14–27, 2017

BEIJING • XIAN • CHENGDU • DUJIANGYAN • CHONGQING • YANGZI RIVER • YICHANG • SHANGHAI

Presorted Standard

U.S. Postage

PAID

San Diego, CA

Permit No. 410

P.O. Box 120551

San Diego, CA 92112 - 0551

Tour Cost• Rates are per person and do not include international air:Main Tour, Double Occupancy $5,590

Single Supplement $1,790

Tibet Pre-Tour Extension $2,690 Single Supplement $ 995

Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension $2,090 Single Supplement $ 595

Round-trip International Air is available through AirTreks. For pricing, please contact AirTreksdirectly at 415-977-7136 or at china-advocates@airtreks.com.Private Airport Transfers upon arrival in Beijing and departure in Shanghai are recommended and available through China Advocates. Call 1-888-333-2585 or email info@china-advocates.com.Main Tour Includes: • Double occupancy accommodations • All meals listed in itinerary • All sightseeing,entertainment, and cultural activities listed in itinerary • Executive Amenities Upgrade onboard Victoria Cruise Ship •Chinese airport taxes • Airport transfers and porterage (for those purchasing the recommended group flights) • Allgroup air and ground transportation within China • English-speaking Chinese local tour guides • China Advocates’National Tour Director (with a minimum of 10 participants) • San Diego Zoo host on the main tour with a minimum of15 participants • San Diego Zoo host on the Tibet Extension with a minimum of 10 participants • Gratuities to localguides and drivers on main tour.Not Included: • Domestic U.S. and international airfare • Gratuities to National Tour Director • Gratuities onextensions • Airport transfers and porterage (if not on group flight) • Visa processing • Meals not included in the tour •Excess baggage charges • Travel insurance • Items of a personal nature.

For more information, please contactChina Advocates toll-free at 888-333-2585, locally at 415-334-4505 or email info@china-advocates.com.

Tour Reservation Form

San Diego Zoo’s WorldWild ToursTMClassical Highlights of China, May 14–27, 2017

Enclosed is a deposit for $ ____________ ($700 per person) to hold ________ place(s). Please makechecks payable to China Advocates. Final payment is due on February 14, 2017.

Passport Name/s _________________________________________Birth date ________________

Passport Name/s _________________________________________Birth date ________________

Address______________________________ City ______________ State ____ ZIP __________

Home/Office ____________________________ Cell ___________________________________

Email 1___________________________________ Email 2 ________________________________ Optional Extensions: Tibet Pre-Tour Extension Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension

Accommodations: Single Double I need assistance securing a roommate. I understand that if a roommate cannot be secured for me, I agree to pay the single supplement fee(s).

Bed Request: One Bed Two Beds Smoking Nonsmoking

I/we understand that, by signing below, I/we acknowledge that the Terms & Conditions section of thisbrochure has been read and accepted.

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________

Credit Card Number for Deposit: ______________________________________________________

Exp. Date ______CVV Code______ (Payments accepted by credit card or check.)

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________Please fax, email, or mail Reservation Form, with deposit, to:

China Advocates3843 Brickway Blvd. • Suite 210 • Santa Rosa, CA • 95403

tel: 888-333-2585 • fax: 415-841-17905 • email: travel@china-advocates.com

Dear Friends of the San Diego Zoo,

We are excited to offer a tour to China in 2017 that will provide ourparticipants with the ultimate giant panda experience. We are visiting two giant panda breeding centers: one in Chengdu and the other inDujiangyan, about an hour northwest of Chengdu. In Chengdu, enjoy thebeautiful, natural complex that is home to approximately 60 giant pandas.After ample time with Chengdu's giant pandas, and a visit to the SmallRed Panda Center, continue on to Dujiangyan. In Dujiangyan, enjoy an exclusive experience, as the breeding center is

not yet open to the public. Go behind the scenes and spend half a dayworking side by side with panda caretakers. Dujiangyan is the only placein China that allows panda volunteer work, which includes cleaning thepanda enclosures, preparing panda cakes, and feeding the pandas. Aftervolunteering you will have your photo taken with a panda! This year’s itinerary will also include visits to Beijing, Xian, and

Shanghai, as well as a Yangzi River cruise. A San Diego Zoo escort willaccompany you on your journey, along with a national tour director fromChina Advocates.*We cordially invite you to join us on this special adventure. Space is

limited to 25 travelers, so your early reservation is encouraged. Withspectacular scenery, fascinating historical landmarks, friendly people,and, of course, the endearing giant pandas, your magical memories fromyour journey to China will be treasured forever.

Sincerely,

Amy ParrottDirector, WorldWild ToursTMSan Diego Zoo Global

*San Diego Zoo host’s participation is based on a minimum group size of 15 travelers, andthe National Tour Director will accompany a group of 10 or more travelers.

FABULOUS DININGSavor China’s Exquisite Regional Cuisines

China today arguably producesthe finest cuisine in the world.Given the country’s stratosphericeconomic rise and the emergenceof a fun-loving middle class, the

special dining experience is prized in Chinese society more than everbefore. A good time in China means nothing if not “to eat well.”

The enjoyment of good food will prove to be one of this tour’srecurring themes. Fine dining certainly makes for a happy occasion,but in China it means much more. Simply put, the brilliance ofChinese culture is found in China’s astounding culinary traditions.Every Chinese region defines itself by its cuisine, and this means thedirect way of experiencing a region is through tasting its food. In theMiddle Kingdom, food unlocks the subtlety and richness of itsculture.

Since your tour passes through much of the country, you’ll havemany opportunities to discover each region’s culinary specialties.And given Chinese creativity, it is unlikely you’ll eat any one dish

twice! One after another, dishesbrought to your table willsurprise you. The enjoyment of“food as culture” will be part ofyour China experience. Here arejust some of the fine eating

establishments you’ll enjoy visiting:§ In BEIJING, dine at Duck de Chine, recognized as a premier

location for the fabled Chinese delicacy, Peking duck. § Xiaolongpu, at the foot of the Great Wall, showcases farmers’

fresh produce and hearty foods, particularly braised meats, whichare conducive to the northern climate and rugged terrain. § In CHENGDU, sample Sichuan cuisine at Tanyoutou Restaurant.

After dinner, you’ll be astounded by Sichuan culture as SichuanOpera performers wow you with their Bian Lian (changing masks)skills. § In SHANGHAI, Ding Tai Feng offers some of the city’s best dim

sum. § Xi Family Garden Restaurant is

often cited as one of the city’sbest choices for Shanghai cuisineand delicate, sweet tastes.

TERMS & CONDITIONSTRAVEL IN CHINA:The schedule will bedemanding with moderate physical activity. Travelin China requires good physical condition andhealth (special needs must be arranged for inadvance and may result in additional costs), aspirit of adventure, a flexible attitude, and a senseof humor. The itinerary is subject to change andmodification. Every effort will be made to carryout the program as planned, but alterations maystill occur. Participants should be aware that norefunds will be made as a result of unforeseenchanges, modifications, or delays. Some aspects of this tour may not be appropriatefor travelers with health concerns or disabilities.Tourist travel in China can be extremely strenuousand may be especially debilitating to someone inpoor health. Tours often involve walking longdistances and up steep hills. China lacks handicap-accessible facilities. Please consult with ChinaAdvocates if you have any special needs orconcerns.

RESERVATIONS: Bookings are subject to theterms and conditions mentioned in these sections.A contract has been entered into as soon as yourbooking is received and accepted. To confirm thereservation, a deposit of $700 per person isrequired. Final payment is due at 90 days priorto departure and can be paid by check or creditcard.GROUP AIR:A recommended group flight isavailable through AirTreks. This flight will includeairport transfers on both arrival and departure. Thisflight is subject to availability and prices may varydepending on time of purchase. AIR:Airline cancellations and penalties are basedon each carrier and ticket. Be sure to review thesepolicies before purchasing air tickets via AirTreks.China Advocates, Inc. and San Diego Zoo Globalare not responsible for any penalties incurred due toairline schedule changes or cancellations.CANCELLATIONS: No cancellation is validuntil it is received in writing by the office ofChina Advocates. Cancellation penalties arebased on the date of receipt of written notice and areas follows: 91 or more days prior to departure, acancellation fee of $500 per person is retained; 90-46days prior to departure, $1,500 per person; 45-31days prior to departure, $2,500 per person; 30-0 daysprior to departure, no refund is made. Cancellation penalties for additional hotel nights, hoteland cruise ship room upgrades, tour extensions, and anyspecial arrangements, are as follows: 50-31 days prior todeparture, 25% of cost is retained; 30-0 days prior todeparture, no refund is made.RESPONSIBILITIES: China Advocates, Inc. and SanDiego Zoo Global act only as agents for the variouscarriers for which tickets are provided and assume noresponsibility or liability in connection with the service ofany train, vessel, carriage, aircraft, motor vehicle or otherconveyance, which may be used either wholly or in part,in the performance of their duty to the passenger. Neitherwill they be responsible for any act, error, or omission, orfor any injury, loss, accident, delay or irregularity, whichmay be occasioned by any defect in any vehicles, orthrough neglect or default of any company or personengaged in conveying the passenger, or for any hotelproprietor, hotel service or restaurant, or for any other

person engaged in carrying out the purpose for whichtickets or coupons are issued. In the event it becomesnecessary or advisable for the comfort or well-being of thepassengers, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter itineraryor arrangements, such alterations may be made withoutpenalty to the operators. The right is reserved to withdrawany or all tours should conditions warrant, also to declineto accept or retain any passengers as members for thetours. In such instances, full or equitable amounts will berefunded. Refunds for unused carrier tickets may be onlyin accordance with the regulations of the carrier (CST2064278-40). Registration as a seller of travel does notconstitute approval by the State of California. All legalquestions will be settled within the jurisdiction of theCounty of San Francisco, California.VISA: To obtain a Chinese visa, a passport is requiredthat is valid for at least six months beyond the duration ofthe tour. Travelers are responsible for their own visas.Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommendedand available. You will receive travel insuranceinformation once you are confirmed on the program.Itinerary is subject to modification. Prices are subject to change without notice.

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA

CELESTIAL WARRIORS, PLAYFUL PANDAS &

THE MIGHTY YANGZI RIVER

May 14–27, 2017

BEIJING • XIAN • CHENGDU • DUJIANGYAN • CHONGQING • YANGZI RIVER • YICHANG • SHANGHAI

Presorted Standard

U.S. Postage

PAID

San Diego, CA

Permit No. 410

P.O. Box 120551

San Diego, CA 92112 - 0551

Tour Cost• Rates are per person and do not include international air:Main Tour, Double Occupancy $5,590

Single Supplement $1,790

Tibet Pre-Tour Extension $2,690 Single Supplement $ 995

Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension $2,090 Single Supplement $ 595

Round-trip International Air is available through AirTreks. For pricing, please contact AirTreksdirectly at 415-977-7136 or at china-advocates@airtreks.com.Private Airport Transfers upon arrival in Beijing and departure in Shanghai are recommended and available through China Advocates. Call 1-888-333-2585 or email info@china-advocates.com.Main Tour Includes: • Double occupancy accommodations • All meals listed in itinerary • All sightseeing,entertainment, and cultural activities listed in itinerary • Executive Amenities Upgrade onboard Victoria Cruise Ship •Chinese airport taxes • Airport transfers and porterage (for those purchasing the recommended group flights) • Allgroup air and ground transportation within China • English-speaking Chinese local tour guides • China Advocates’National Tour Director (with a minimum of 10 participants) • San Diego Zoo host on the main tour with a minimum of15 participants • San Diego Zoo host on the Tibet Extension with a minimum of 10 participants • Gratuities to localguides and drivers on main tour.Not Included: • Domestic U.S. and international airfare • Gratuities to National Tour Director • Gratuities onextensions • Airport transfers and porterage (if not on group flight) • Visa processing • Meals not included in the tour •Excess baggage charges • Travel insurance • Items of a personal nature.

For more information, please contactChina Advocates toll-free at 888-333-2585, locally at 415-334-4505 or email info@china-advocates.com.

Tour Reservation Form

San Diego Zoo’s WorldWild ToursTMClassical Highlights of China, May 14–27, 2017

Enclosed is a deposit for $ ____________ ($700 per person) to hold ________ place(s). Please makechecks payable to China Advocates. Final payment is due on February 14, 2017.

Passport Name/s _________________________________________Birth date ________________

Passport Name/s _________________________________________Birth date ________________

Address______________________________ City ______________ State ____ ZIP __________

Home/Office ____________________________ Cell ___________________________________

Email 1___________________________________ Email 2 ________________________________ Optional Extensions: Tibet Pre-Tour Extension Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension

Accommodations: Single Double I need assistance securing a roommate. I understand that if a roommate cannot be secured for me, I agree to pay the single supplement fee(s).

Bed Request: One Bed Two Beds Smoking Nonsmoking

I/we understand that, by signing below, I/we acknowledge that the Terms & Conditions section of thisbrochure has been read and accepted.

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________

Credit Card Number for Deposit: ______________________________________________________

Exp. Date ______CVV Code______ (Payments accepted by credit card or check.)

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________Please fax, email, or mail Reservation Form, with deposit, to:

China Advocates3843 Brickway Blvd. • Suite 210 • Santa Rosa, CA • 95403

tel: 888-333-2585 • fax: 415-841-17905 • email: travel@china-advocates.com

Dear Friends of the San Diego Zoo,

We are excited to offer a tour to China in 2017 that will provide ourparticipants with the ultimate giant panda experience. We are visiting two giant panda breeding centers: one in Chengdu and the other inDujiangyan, about an hour northwest of Chengdu. In Chengdu, enjoy thebeautiful, natural complex that is home to approximately 60 giant pandas.After ample time with Chengdu's giant pandas, and a visit to the SmallRed Panda Center, continue on to Dujiangyan. In Dujiangyan, enjoy an exclusive experience, as the breeding center is

not yet open to the public. Go behind the scenes and spend half a dayworking side by side with panda caretakers. Dujiangyan is the only placein China that allows panda volunteer work, which includes cleaning thepanda enclosures, preparing panda cakes, and feeding the pandas. Aftervolunteering you will have your photo taken with a panda! This year’s itinerary will also include visits to Beijing, Xian, and

Shanghai, as well as a Yangzi River cruise. A San Diego Zoo escort willaccompany you on your journey, along with a national tour director fromChina Advocates.*We cordially invite you to join us on this special adventure. Space is

limited to 25 travelers, so your early reservation is encouraged. Withspectacular scenery, fascinating historical landmarks, friendly people,and, of course, the endearing giant pandas, your magical memories fromyour journey to China will be treasured forever.

Sincerely,

Amy ParrottDirector, WorldWild ToursTMSan Diego Zoo Global

*San Diego Zoo host’s participation is based on a minimum group size of 15 travelers, andthe National Tour Director will accompany a group of 10 or more travelers.

FABULOUS DININGSavor China’s Exquisite Regional Cuisines

China today arguably producesthe finest cuisine in the world.Given the country’s stratosphericeconomic rise and the emergenceof a fun-loving middle class, the

special dining experience is prized in Chinese society more than everbefore. A good time in China means nothing if not “to eat well.”

The enjoyment of good food will prove to be one of this tour’srecurring themes. Fine dining certainly makes for a happy occasion,but in China it means much more. Simply put, the brilliance ofChinese culture is found in China’s astounding culinary traditions.Every Chinese region defines itself by its cuisine, and this means thedirect way of experiencing a region is through tasting its food. In theMiddle Kingdom, food unlocks the subtlety and richness of itsculture.

Since your tour passes through much of the country, you’ll havemany opportunities to discover each region’s culinary specialties.

And given Chinese creativity, itis unlikely you’ll eat any onedish twice! One after another,dishes brought to your table willsurprise you. The enjoyment of“food as culture” will be part of

your China experience. Here are just some of the fine eatingestablishments you’ll enjoy visiting:§ In BEIJING, dine at Duck de Chine, recognized as a premier

location for the fabled Chinese delicacy, Peking duck. § Xiaolongpu, at the foot of the Great Wall, showcases farmers’

fresh produce and hearty foods, particularly braised meats, whichare conducive to the northern climate and rugged terrain. § In CHENGDU, sample Sichuan cuisine at Tanyoutou Restaurant.

After dinner, you’ll be astounded by Sichuan culture as SichuanOpera performers wow you with their Bian Lian (changing masks)skills. § In SHANGHAI, Ding Tai Feng offers some of the city’s best dim

sum. § Xi Family Garden Restaurant is

often cited as one of the city’sbest choices for Shanghai cuisineand delicate, sweet tastes.

that volunteers undergo a medical examand have a clearance form signed by yourphysician. As a registered participant ofthe tour, you will receive the requiredforms and instructions after booking.After lunch, head to the Chengdu train

station for a high speed train toChongqing. Dinner is at a local restaurant. In the early evening, board Victoria

Cruises after dinner and embark on yourcruise of the Yangzi River. (B,L,D)• Accommodations on Victoria Cruises(3 nights)

May 23–24 • Yangzi River CruiseTravel downstream through thespectacular Three Gorges (called Qutang,Wu, and Xiling), enjoying the dramaticscenery and beautiful vistas as theyappear. Along the way, disembark to enjoyactivities onshore. Tour ImmigrationVillage and see the breathtaking LesserGorge Danninghe. An amazing experienceis coming face-to-face with the spectacularThree Gorges Dam at Sandouping. Thelargest construction site in the world is alsoChina’s latest effort to tame the YangziRiver. (Both days: B,L,D)

May 25 • Yichang–Shanghai Disembark the cruise for lunch at a localrestaurant. Take a city tour of Yichang. Inthe evening, board a flight to Shanghai.(B,L)• Accommodations at Marriott City CentreHotel by People’s Square (2 nights)

May 26 • ShanghaiAfter breakfast, visit Yuyuan Garden in oldShanghai and absorb the traditionalChinese garden ambience. Tour ShanghaiMuseum and view its wonderful collection

of Chinese bronzes, jade, pottery andceramics, paintings and calligraphy, oldcoins, and furniture. Lunch is at Ding Tai Feng Restaurant,

with fine Shanghai dim sum. Explore Xintiandi in downtown

Shanghai. Designed by MIT architect BenWood, Xintiandi is a $200 million, two-block “entertainment environment” withmodern restaurants, clubs, cafes, andboutiques. Xintiandi proved so successfulas a model for urban redevelopment that itspawned at least dozens of imitators acrossthe country.The remainder of the afternoon is free

for your own exploration and last-minuteshopping.Enjoy your farewell banquet at the

elegant Xi Family Garden Restaurant,famous for contemporary Shanghaicuisine. After dinner, stroll along the Bund,and view the beautifully decoratedcolonial buildings along the HuangpuRiver. (B,L,D) May 27 • Shanghai–U.S.Transfer to the Shanghai airport for yourflight home. Arrive in the U.S. on the sameday. (B, Meals aloft)

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINAI T IN ERARY

May 14–15 • U.S.–BeijingDepart the U.S. on your flight to Beijing. Crossthe international dateline and arrive in Chinathe next day. (Meals aloft) • Accommodations at the New World BeijingHotel by the Temple of Heaven (3 nights)

May 16 • BeijingThis morning, arrive at the gate of theForbidden City, the abiding symbol ofimperial China. Truly one of the greatachievements of civilization, itsconstruction employed hundreds ofthousands of workers between 1406 and 1420.Marvel at its expansive architecture,magnificent imperial gardens, and manymuseums of Chinese antiquities andtreasures. Enjoy lunch at the Hua’s GardenRestaurant. Explore the Temple of Heaven, one of the

finest creations of the Ming dynasty. Itsstunning architecture realizes the eternalChinese desire to incarnate heaven in materialform and represents the most advancedprinciples of mechanics and geometry of thetime. (B,L)

May 17 • BeijingGo to the picturesque Houhai district, wherewell-preserved courtyard homes and narrowhutong alleys border tree-lined lakes. Tour thedistrict by “pedicab” for a closer and moreengaging experience of traditional Chineselife. Visit with a local family in their home.Head northeast for the Great Wall of China.

Encounter this extraordinary rampart atMutianyu, a rugged section of the wall that

offers easy access by foot or cable car. TheGreat Wall presents a visual experience thatdramatically exceeds visitors’ expectations.Construction of a few miles of the wall onsuch jagged peaks seems nearly miraculous,but the rampart stretches for 3,700 miles andpasses through 16 provinces. Enjoy lunch at Xiaolongpu Restaurant near

the foothills of the wall. It is famous forfarmers’ fresh produce and unique localcuisine.This evening, savor the imperial city’s most

famous delicacy, Peking duck, along withother Beijing specialties. (B,L,D)

May 18 • Beijing–XianThis morning fly to the ancient Tang dynastycapital, Xian. Upon arrival, tour the tomb ofChina’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, home tothe extraordinary 2,300-year-old terra-cottawarriors. The warriors still stand on theoriginal site of the emperor’s burial complex,where peasants discovered them in 1974.Before dinner, explore Xian's Muslim quarter.Chinese Muslim culture traces its heritagefrom the once flourishing Silk Road culture ofthe Tang dynasty. Dinner is on your own.(B,L) • Accomodations at the Gran Melia Xian (1 night)

May 19 • Xian–ChengduThis morning, make a special stop at the Hanemperor’s tomb, Yangling Museum, to viewthe Han archaeological finds recentlyunearthed. Although not on as grand a scaleas Qin Shi Huang’s tomb, the Han emperorsought the same power in the afterlife.

Fly to Chengdu, and upon arrival transferto your hotel. Later, stroll along Jinli Street,a thriving artisan district representative ofsouthwest China, and learn how Sichuancandy figures are made.This evening is free and dinner is on

your own. (B,L)• Accommodations at the Sheraton ChengduLido Hotel (2 nights)

May 20 • ChengduThis morning, visit the Chengdu ResearchBase of Giant Panda Breeding and enjoythe beautifully landscaped grounds withlush plants and lakes. Meet with nearly 60pandas and their caregivers. The highlightcomes at the kindergarten where pandacubs play with each other, climbing upand down trees, rolling and pushing andkicking like Kungfu masters! Also, visitthe Small Red Panda Center with 40 smallpandas in residence that roam freely. Lunch is at Kuanxi Restaurant. In the

afternoon, explore People’s Park wherethrongs of locals gather to practice Taiji, flykites, or do synchronized dance. Wanderthe lovely Bonsai Garden in the park withbeautiful tropical and native plants grownfor decades in large ceramic pots. Visit Kuanzhaixianzi, a traditional

district with restored courtyard housesfrom the Qing dynasty. Lining the oldalleyway are beautiful teahouses, artgalleries, bookstores, boutique shops, andrestaurants that make this area a populardestination for locals. Dinner is at the famous Sichuan hot pot

restaurant Tanyutou. Afterward watch a fascinating Sichuan

opera performance, including mask-changing and fire-spitting traditionalpieces. (B,L,D)

May 21 • Chengdu –DujiangyanThis morning, return to the ChengduBreeding Center and spend extra timewith panda cubs at the kindergarten,arriving in time to see their feeding. Watchtheir playful antics that continue allmorning long.Afterward drive through the

countryside and arrive in Dujiangyan.Check in at the hotel and enjoy lunch at alocal restaurant. In the afternoon, tour the beautiful

Taoist Qingchengshan Mountain: 2,000years ago, famous Taoist sage ZhangDaoling began Taoist teaching here.Taoism has flourished ever since. Templeswere built on the hillside up to thesummit. Lush forests and wild bamboocovers the pathway. Mystic clouds hangover the lush valleys. A cable car ridefollows a 30-minute walk to the summitwhere the grand Taoist temple,Sanqinggong, resides. A huge 2,000-year-old ginkgo tree was planted by the oldTaoist master near Tianqian Cave. Dinnerat Yishan Restaurant for Sichuan cuisine.(B,L,D)• Accommodations at the Howard JohnsonHotel (1 night)

May 22 •Dujiangyan–ChongqingIn the morning, visit Dujiangyan PandaPark. Operated by the Wolong PandaPreserve, this is the only place in Chinathat allows panda volunteer work.Volunteers can spend a morning workingside by side with panda caretakers.Volunteers will clean the pandaenclosures, prepare panda cakes, and feedthe pandas. Afterward have your phototaken with a panda! The center requires

Forbidden City, Beijing The Bund, Shanghai

Visit Lhasa, Tibet’s holiest city,at an altitude of 12,000 feet, andwitness pilgrims in their religiouscircumambulation of the Barkhor,a centuries-old marketplace in theheart of Lhasa. Explore theJokhang Temple, the center ofTibetan Buddhist life, filled withaltars, shrines, and religious icons.Gain an understanding of the

daily life of the Dalai Lamasthrough an exploration of thewinter and summer palaces, thestunning and iconic Potala Palace,and serene Norbulingka.Traveling outside of Lhasa visit

the Sera and Drepung Monasteriesand view the seemingly endlessstore of sutra literature, a fittingevocation of the devotion tolearning of Tibetan Buddhism.Walk among the resident monksand witness their historic debaterituals.

Travel Dates for Tibet Extension

May 10 • Depart the U.S. for Beijing

May 11 • Arrive Beijing

May 12 • Beijing–Lhasa

May 13 • Lhasa

May 14 • Lhasa

May 15 • Lhasa–Beijing

Accommodations: 1 night at the Hilton CapitalAirport Hotel (Beijing), 3 nights at the Four Points bySheraton (Lhasa).

PRE-TOUR EXTENS ION :THE MAG IC OF TIBE T

May 10–15, 2017**Includes 2 days of international travel

Combine captivating sightseeingexperiences with ample free timefor personal exploration andexperience the perfect finish toyour China tour.With a magical skyline as a

backdrop, there is no end to thefascination of this self-styledWorld City. Museums, nightlife,extraordinary cuisine, endlessshopping—life here is like no otherplace on Earth!Explore the Sheung Wan

Dried Foods & Herbal Market, as shopkeepers and herbalpractitioners introduce you totheir abundant herbs andmedicines. Visit the AberdeenFloating Community and marvelat the indigenous community offishing families and eccentrichouseboat dwellers. Drive toHong Kong's most famouslandmark, Victoria Peak, and takein the panoramic views. Then tourOcean Park to see some of China’srarest animals.

Travel Dates for Hong Kong Extension

May 27 • Shanghai–Hong Kong

May 28 • Hong Kong

May 29 • Hong Kong–U.S.

Accommodations: 2 nights at the Sheraton HongKong Hotel & Towers (Kowloon).

POST -TOUR EXTENS I ON :DEL I GH TS OF

HONG KONG HARBOR

May 27–29, 2017

PRE- AND POST-TOUR EXTENSIONSCustomize Your Own China Experience

SAN DIEGO ZOO IN CHINA– Thirty Years of Protecting Giant Pandas –

Three decades ago, when the San Diego Zoo’s relationship with the People’s Republic of China wasin its infancy, the future of the critically endangered giant panda species was bleak because of

habitat destruction, illegal hunting, and the lack of an overall conservation plan. Today, there are anestimated 1,860 pandas in the wild, and giant pandas face a much more promising future, in partbecause the Chinese government has developed a conservation strategy as well as established morethan 67 panda reserves. Our Institute for Conservation Research scientists, as well as our curatorial team, have also playedan integral role in bringing the giant panda species back from the brink of extinction. Through ourscientific studies and partnership with the Wolong Giant Panda Breeding Center in China, muchknowledge has been gained that will help the Chinese manage panda reserves and populations in thewild. We have contributed significantly to the recent giant panda baby boom that has occurred inbreeding centers throughout China. Although a 7.9 magnitude earthquake destroyed the WolongBreeding Center in 2008, we continue our collaboration with its scientists, who have been temporarilyrelocated to the Wolong satellite base at Bifengxia.

CONSERVATION HIGHLIGHTS:

• A giant panda milk formula created by ourSan Diego Zoo nutritionist, coupled with a hand-rearing technique developed by the Chinesecalled “twin swapping,” have transformed thesurvival rate of nursery-reared panda cubs fromzero percent to 95 percent.

• The giant panda breeding rate at the WolongBreeding Center increased dramatically following multiyear collaborations with our scientistsinvolving nutrition, behavioral enrichment, husbandry, breeding protocols, and olfactorycommunications. Before this, few of Wolong’s giant pandas mated naturally and the populationwas in decline. In 2014, 13 pandas were born at Wolong’s Bifengxia panda base! 2014 alsobrought about the birth of panda triplets in China, the world’s only surviving trio.

• China has reached a major milestone: the panda population in zoos and breeding centers hasreached more than 425, which will ensure a self-sustaining population as long as geneticdiversity is also maintained.

• Our giant panda team developed an earlypregnancy test for pandas using thermalimaging as well as ultrasound pregnancydetection. Prior to this, there was no way todetermine whether a giant panda was pregnant.

• The first surviving giant panda cub in NorthAmerica, Hua Mei, was born at the San DiegoZoo in 1999. Hua Mei is also the first cubconceived by artificial insemination in theWestern Hemisphere. Since then, a total of sixgiant panda cubs have been born at the SanDiego Zoo, which is a record for NorthAmerican zoos.

• Our San Diego Zoo giant panda team ismonitoring radio-collared pandas in the FopingReserve in China. This is the first study of itskind to discover where pandas roam within theirrange and how they interact with other pandas.It will help us understand how the fragmentedforests affect giant pandas as well as how tocreate natural corridors to link these “island”habitats.

• Logging of old-growth trees in China has eliminated many high-quality panda maternitydens. Our researchers are part of a team that is trying to understand what factors influence apanda female looking for a suitable maternity den. We would like to create artificial dens forwild pandas in areas where their natural dens have been destroyed.

Giant Panda Cub

that volunteers undergo a medical examand have a clearance form signed by yourphysician. As a registered participant ofthe tour, you will receive the requiredforms and instructions after booking.After lunch, head to the Chengdu train

station for a high speed train toChongqing. Dinner is at a local restaurant. In the early evening, board Victoria

Cruises after dinner and embark on yourcruise of the Yangzi River. (B,L,D)• Accommodations on Victoria Cruises(3 nights)

May 23–24 • Yangzi River CruiseTravel downstream through thespectacular Three Gorges (called Qutang,Wu, and Xiling), enjoying the dramaticscenery and beautiful vistas as theyappear. Along the way, disembark to enjoyactivities onshore. Tour ImmigrationVillage and see the breathtaking LesserGorge Danninghe. An amazing experienceis coming face-to-face with the spectacularThree Gorges Dam at Sandouping. Thelargest construction site in the world is alsoChina’s latest effort to tame the YangziRiver. (Both days: B,L,D)

May 25 • Yichang–Shanghai Disembark the cruise for lunch at a localrestaurant. Take a city tour of Yichang. Inthe evening, board a flight to Shanghai.(B,L)• Accommodations at Marriott City CentreHotel by People’s Square (2 nights)

May 26 • ShanghaiAfter breakfast, visit Yuyuan Garden in oldShanghai and absorb the traditionalChinese garden ambience. Tour ShanghaiMuseum and view its wonderful collection

of Chinese bronzes, jade, pottery andceramics, paintings and calligraphy, oldcoins, and furniture. Lunch is at Ding Tai Feng Restaurant,

with fine Shanghai dim sum. Explore Xintiandi in downtown

Shanghai. Designed by MIT architect BenWood, Xintiandi is a $200 million, two-block “entertainment environment” withmodern restaurants, clubs, cafes, andboutiques. Xintiandi proved so successfulas a model for urban redevelopment that itspawned at least dozens of imitators acrossthe country.The remainder of the afternoon is free

for your own exploration and last-minuteshopping.Enjoy your farewell banquet at the

elegant Xi Family Garden Restaurant,famous for contemporary Shanghaicuisine. After dinner, stroll along the Bund,and view the beautifully decoratedcolonial buildings along the HuangpuRiver. (B,L,D) May 27 • Shanghai–U.S.Transfer to the Shanghai airport for yourflight home. Arrive in the U.S. on the sameday. (B, Meals aloft)

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINAI T IN ERARY

May 14–15 • U.S.–BeijingDepart the U.S. on your flight to Beijing. Crossthe international dateline and arrive in Chinathe next day. (Meals aloft) • Accommodations at the New World BeijingHotel by the Temple of Heaven (3 nights)

May 16 • BeijingThis morning, arrive at the gate of theForbidden City, the abiding symbol ofimperial China. Truly one of the greatachievements of civilization, itsconstruction employed hundreds ofthousands of workers between 1406 and 1420.Marvel at its expansive architecture,magnificent imperial gardens, and manymuseums of Chinese antiquities andtreasures. Enjoy lunch at the Hua’s GardenRestaurant. Explore the Temple of Heaven, one of the

finest creations of the Ming dynasty. Itsstunning architecture realizes the eternalChinese desire to incarnate heaven in materialform and represents the most advancedprinciples of mechanics and geometry of thetime. (B,L)

May 17 • BeijingGo to the picturesque Houhai district, wherewell-preserved courtyard homes and narrowhutong alleys border tree-lined lakes. Tour thedistrict by “pedicab” for a closer and moreengaging experience of traditional Chineselife. Visit with a local family in their home.Head northeast for the Great Wall of China.

Encounter this extraordinary rampart atMutianyu, a rugged section of the wall that

offers easy access by foot or cable car. TheGreat Wall presents a visual experience thatdramatically exceeds visitors’ expectations.Construction of a few miles of the wall onsuch jagged peaks seems nearly miraculous,but the rampart stretches for 3,700 miles andpasses through 16 provinces. Enjoy lunch at Xiaolongpu Restaurant near

the foothills of the wall. It is famous forfarmers’ fresh produce and unique localcuisine.This evening, savor the imperial city’s most

famous delicacy, Peking duck, along withother Beijing specialties. (B,L,D)

May 18 • Beijing–XianThis morning fly to the ancient Tang dynastycapital, Xian. Upon arrival, tour the tomb ofChina’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, home tothe extraordinary 2,300-year-old terra-cottawarriors. The warriors still stand on theoriginal site of the emperor’s burial complex,where peasants discovered them in 1974.Before dinner, explore Xian's Muslim quarter.Chinese Muslim culture traces its heritagefrom the once flourishing Silk Road culture ofthe Tang dynasty. Dinner is on your own.(B,L) • Accomodations at the Gran Melia Xian (1 night)

May 19 • Xian–ChengduThis morning, make a special stop at the Hanemperor’s tomb, Yangling Museum, to viewthe Han archaeological finds recentlyunearthed. Although not on as grand a scaleas Qin Shi Huang’s tomb, the Han emperorsought the same power in the afterlife.

Fly to Chengdu, and upon arrival transferto your hotel. Later, stroll along Jinli Street,a thriving artisan district representative ofsouthwest China, and learn how Sichuancandy figures are made.This evening is free and dinner is on

your own. (B,L)• Accommodations at the Sheraton ChengduLido Hotel (2 nights)

May 20 • ChengduThis morning, visit the Chengdu ResearchBase of Giant Panda Breeding and enjoythe beautifully landscaped grounds withlush plants and lakes. Meet with nearly 60pandas and their caregivers. The highlightcomes at the kindergarten where pandacubs play with each other, climbing upand down trees, rolling and pushing andkicking like Kungfu masters! Also, visitthe Small Red Panda Center with 40 smallpandas in residence that roam freely. Lunch is at Kuanxi Restaurant. In the

afternoon, explore People’s Park wherethrongs of locals gather to practice Taiji, flykites, or do synchronized dance. Wanderthe lovely Bonsai Garden in the park withbeautiful tropical and native plants grownfor decades in large ceramic pots. Visit Kuanzhaixianzi, a traditional

district with restored courtyard housesfrom the Qing dynasty. Lining the oldalleyway are beautiful teahouses, artgalleries, bookstores, boutique shops, andrestaurants that make this area a populardestination for locals. Dinner is at the famous Sichuan hot pot

restaurant Tanyutou. Afterward watch a fascinating Sichuan

opera performance, including mask-changing and fire-spitting traditionalpieces. (B,L,D)

May 21 • Chengdu –DujiangyanThis morning, return to the ChengduBreeding Center and spend extra timewith panda cubs at the kindergarten,arriving in time to see their feeding. Watchtheir playful antics that continue allmorning long.Afterward drive through the

countryside and arrive in Dujiangyan.Check in at the hotel and enjoy lunch at alocal restaurant. In the afternoon, tour the beautiful

Taoist Qingchengshan Mountain: 2,000years ago, famous Taoist sage ZhangDaoling began Taoist teaching here.Taoism has flourished ever since. Templeswere built on the hillside up to thesummit. Lush forests and wild bamboocovers the pathway. Mystic clouds hangover the lush valleys. A cable car ridefollows a 30-minute walk to the summitwhere the grand Taoist temple,Sanqinggong, resides. A huge 2,000-year-old ginkgo tree was planted by the oldTaoist master near Tianqian Cave. Dinnerat Yishan Restaurant for Sichuan cuisine.(B,L,D)• Accommodations at the Howard JohnsonHotel (1 night)

May 22 •Dujiangyan–ChongqingIn the morning, visit Dujiangyan PandaPark. Operated by the Wolong PandaPreserve, this is the only place in Chinathat allows panda volunteer work.Volunteers can spend a morning workingside by side with panda caretakers.Volunteers will clean the pandaenclosures, prepare panda cakes, and feedthe pandas. Afterward have your phototaken with a panda! The center requires

Forbidden City, Beijing The Bund, Shanghai

Visit Lhasa, Tibet’s holiest city,at an altitude of 12,000 feet, andwitness pilgrims in their religiouscircumambulation of the Barkhor,a centuries-old marketplace in theheart of Lhasa. Explore theJokhang Temple, the center ofTibetan Buddhist life, filled withaltars, shrines, and religious icons.Gain an understanding of the

daily life of the Dalai Lamasthrough an exploration of thewinter and summer palaces, thestunning and iconic Potala Palace,and serene Norbulingka.Traveling outside of Lhasa visit

the Sera and Drepung Monasteriesand view the seemingly endlessstore of sutra literature, a fittingevocation of the devotion tolearning of Tibetan Buddhism.Walk among the resident monksand witness their historic debaterituals.

Travel Dates for Tibet Extension

May 10 • Depart the U.S. for Beijing

May 11 • Arrive Beijing

May 12 • Beijing–Lhasa

May 13 • Lhasa

May 14 • Lhasa

May 15 • Lhasa–Beijing

Accommodations: 1 night at the Hilton CapitalAirport Hotel (Beijing), 3 nights at the Four Points bySheraton (Lhasa).

PRE-TOUR EXTENS ION :THE MAG IC OF TIBE T

May 10–15, 2017**Includes 2 days of international travel

Combine captivating sightseeingexperiences with ample free timefor personal exploration andexperience the perfect finish toyour China tour.With a magical skyline as a

backdrop, there is no end to thefascination of this self-styledWorld City. Museums, nightlife,extraordinary cuisine, endlessshopping—life here is like no otherplace on Earth!Explore the Sheung Wan

Dried Foods & Herbal Market, as shopkeepers and herbalpractitioners introduce you totheir abundant herbs andmedicines. Visit the AberdeenFloating Community and marvelat the indigenous community offishing families and eccentrichouseboat dwellers. Drive toHong Kong's most famouslandmark, Victoria Peak, and takein the panoramic views. Then tourOcean Park to see some of China’srarest animals.

Travel Dates for Hong Kong Extension

May 27 • Shanghai–Hong Kong

May 28 • Hong Kong

May 29 • Hong Kong–U.S.

Accommodations: 2 nights at the Sheraton HongKong Hotel & Towers (Kowloon).

POST -TOUR EXTENS I ON :DEL I GH TS OF

HONG KONG HARBOR

May 27–29, 2017

PRE- AND POST-TOUR EXTENSIONSCustomize Your Own China Experience

SAN DIEGO ZOO IN CHINA– Thirty Years of Protecting Giant Pandas –

Three decades ago, when the San Diego Zoo’s relationship with the People’s Republic of China wasin its infancy, the future of the critically endangered giant panda species was bleak because of

habitat destruction, illegal hunting, and the lack of an overall conservation plan. Today, there are anestimated 1,860 pandas in the wild, and giant pandas face a much more promising future, in partbecause the Chinese government has developed a conservation strategy as well as established morethan 67 panda reserves. Our Institute for Conservation Research scientists, as well as our curatorial team, have also playedan integral role in bringing the giant panda species back from the brink of extinction. Through ourscientific studies and partnership with the Wolong Giant Panda Breeding Center in China, muchknowledge has been gained that will help the Chinese manage panda reserves and populations in thewild. We have contributed significantly to the recent giant panda baby boom that has occurred inbreeding centers throughout China. Although a 7.9 magnitude earthquake destroyed the WolongBreeding Center in 2008, we continue our collaboration with its scientists, who have been temporarilyrelocated to the Wolong satellite base at Bifengxia.

CONSERVATION HIGHLIGHTS:

• A giant panda milk formula created by ourSan Diego Zoo nutritionist, coupled with a hand-rearing technique developed by the Chinesecalled “twin swapping,” have transformed thesurvival rate of nursery-reared panda cubs fromzero percent to 95 percent.

• The giant panda breeding rate at the WolongBreeding Center increased dramatically following multiyear collaborations with our scientistsinvolving nutrition, behavioral enrichment, husbandry, breeding protocols, and olfactorycommunications. Before this, few of Wolong’s giant pandas mated naturally and the populationwas in decline. In 2014, 13 pandas were born at Wolong’s Bifengxia panda base! 2014 alsobrought about the birth of panda triplets in China, the world’s only surviving trio.

• China has reached a major milestone: the panda population in zoos and breeding centers hasreached more than 425, which will ensure a self-sustaining population as long as geneticdiversity is also maintained.

• Our giant panda team developed an earlypregnancy test for pandas using thermalimaging as well as ultrasound pregnancydetection. Prior to this, there was no way todetermine whether a giant panda was pregnant.

• The first surviving giant panda cub in NorthAmerica, Hua Mei, was born at the San DiegoZoo in 1999. Hua Mei is also the first cubconceived by artificial insemination in theWestern Hemisphere. Since then, a total of sixgiant panda cubs have been born at the SanDiego Zoo, which is a record for NorthAmerican zoos.

• Our San Diego Zoo giant panda team ismonitoring radio-collared pandas in the FopingReserve in China. This is the first study of itskind to discover where pandas roam within theirrange and how they interact with other pandas.It will help us understand how the fragmentedforests affect giant pandas as well as how tocreate natural corridors to link these “island”habitats.

• Logging of old-growth trees in China has eliminated many high-quality panda maternitydens. Our researchers are part of a team that is trying to understand what factors influence apanda female looking for a suitable maternity den. We would like to create artificial dens forwild pandas in areas where their natural dens have been destroyed.

Giant Panda Cub

that volunteers undergo a medical examand have a clearance form signed by yourphysician. As a registered participant ofthe tour, you will receive the requiredforms and instructions after booking.After lunch, head to the Chengdu train

station for a high speed train toChongqing. Dinner is at a local restaurant. In the early evening, board Victoria

Cruises after dinner and embark on yourcruise of the Yangzi River. (B,L,D)• Accommodations on Victoria Cruises(3 nights)

May 23–24 • Yangzi River CruiseTravel downstream through thespectacular Three Gorges (called Qutang,Wu, and Xiling), enjoying the dramaticscenery and beautiful vistas as theyappear. Along the way, disembark to enjoyactivities onshore. Tour ImmigrationVillage and see the breathtaking LesserGorge Danninghe. An amazing experienceis coming face-to-face with the spectacularThree Gorges Dam at Sandouping. Thelargest construction site in the world is alsoChina’s latest effort to tame the YangziRiver. (Both days: B,L,D)

May 25 • Yichang–Shanghai Disembark the cruise for lunch at a localrestaurant. Take a city tour of Yichang. Inthe evening, board a flight to Shanghai.(B,L)• Accommodations at Marriott City CentreHotel by People’s Square (2 nights)

May 26 • ShanghaiAfter breakfast, visit Yuyuan Garden in oldShanghai and absorb the traditionalChinese garden ambience. Tour ShanghaiMuseum and view its wonderful collection

of Chinese bronzes, jade, pottery andceramics, paintings and calligraphy, oldcoins, and furniture. Lunch is at Ding Tai Feng Restaurant,

with fine Shanghai dim sum. Explore Xintiandi in downtown

Shanghai. Designed by MIT architect BenWood, Xintiandi is a $200 million, two-block “entertainment environment” withmodern restaurants, clubs, cafes, andboutiques. Xintiandi proved so successfulas a model for urban redevelopment that itspawned at least dozens of imitators acrossthe country.The remainder of the afternoon is free

for your own exploration and last-minuteshopping.Enjoy your farewell banquet at the

elegant Xi Family Garden Restaurant,famous for contemporary Shanghaicuisine. After dinner, stroll along the Bund,and view the beautifully decoratedcolonial buildings along the HuangpuRiver. (B,L,D) May 27 • Shanghai–U.S.Transfer to the Shanghai airport for yourflight home. Arrive in the U.S. on the sameday. (B, Meals aloft)

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINAI T IN ERARY

May 14–15 • U.S.–BeijingDepart the U.S. on your flight to Beijing. Crossthe international dateline and arrive in Chinathe next day. (Meals aloft) • Accommodations at the New World BeijingHotel by the Temple of Heaven (3 nights)

May 16 • BeijingThis morning, arrive at the gate of theForbidden City, the abiding symbol ofimperial China. Truly one of the greatachievements of civilization, itsconstruction employed hundreds ofthousands of workers between 1406 and 1420.Marvel at its expansive architecture,magnificent imperial gardens, and manymuseums of Chinese antiquities andtreasures. Enjoy lunch at the Hua’s GardenRestaurant. Explore the Temple of Heaven, one of the

finest creations of the Ming dynasty. Itsstunning architecture realizes the eternalChinese desire to incarnate heaven in materialform and represents the most advancedprinciples of mechanics and geometry of thetime. (B,L)

May 17 • BeijingGo to the picturesque Houhai district, wherewell-preserved courtyard homes and narrowhutong alleys border tree-lined lakes. Tour thedistrict by “pedicab” for a closer and moreengaging experience of traditional Chineselife. Visit with a local family in their home.Head northeast for the Great Wall of China.

Encounter this extraordinary rampart atMutianyu, a rugged section of the wall that

offers easy access by foot or cable car. TheGreat Wall presents a visual experience thatdramatically exceeds visitors’ expectations.Construction of a few miles of the wall onsuch jagged peaks seems nearly miraculous,but the rampart stretches for 3,700 miles andpasses through 16 provinces. Enjoy lunch at Xiaolongpu Restaurant near

the foothills of the wall. It is famous forfarmers’ fresh produce and unique localcuisine.This evening, savor the imperial city’s most

famous delicacy, Peking duck, along withother Beijing specialties. (B,L,D)

May 18 • Beijing–XianThis morning fly to the ancient Tang dynastycapital, Xian. Upon arrival, tour the tomb ofChina’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, home tothe extraordinary 2,300-year-old terra-cottawarriors. The warriors still stand on theoriginal site of the emperor’s burial complex,where peasants discovered them in 1974.Before dinner, explore Xian's Muslim quarter.Chinese Muslim culture traces its heritagefrom the once flourishing Silk Road culture ofthe Tang dynasty. Dinner is on your own.(B,L) • Accomodations at the Gran Melia Xian (1 night)

May 19 • Xian–ChengduThis morning, make a special stop at the Hanemperor’s tomb, Yangling Museum, to viewthe Han archaeological finds recentlyunearthed. Although not on as grand a scaleas Qin Shi Huang’s tomb, the Han emperorsought the same power in the afterlife.

Fly to Chengdu, and upon arrival transferto your hotel. Later, stroll along Jinli Street,a thriving artisan district representative ofsouthwest China, and learn how Sichuancandy figures are made.This evening is free and dinner is on

your own. (B,L)• Accommodations at the Sheraton ChengduLido Hotel (2 nights)

May 20 • ChengduThis morning, visit the Chengdu ResearchBase of Giant Panda Breeding and enjoythe beautifully landscaped grounds withlush plants and lakes. Meet with nearly 60pandas and their caregivers. The highlightcomes at the kindergarten where pandacubs play with each other, climbing upand down trees, rolling and pushing andkicking like Kungfu masters! Also, visitthe Small Red Panda Center with 40 smallpandas in residence that roam freely. Lunch is at Kuanxi Restaurant. In the

afternoon, explore People’s Park wherethrongs of locals gather to practice Taiji, flykites, or do synchronized dance. Wanderthe lovely Bonsai Garden in the park withbeautiful tropical and native plants grownfor decades in large ceramic pots. Visit Kuanzhaixianzi, a traditional

district with restored courtyard housesfrom the Qing dynasty. Lining the oldalleyway are beautiful teahouses, artgalleries, bookstores, boutique shops, andrestaurants that make this area a populardestination for locals. Dinner is at the famous Sichuan hot pot

restaurant Tanyutou. Afterward watch a fascinating Sichuan

opera performance, including mask-changing and fire-spitting traditionalpieces. (B,L,D)

May 21 • Chengdu –DujiangyanThis morning, return to the ChengduBreeding Center and spend extra timewith panda cubs at the kindergarten,arriving in time to see their feeding. Watchtheir playful antics that continue allmorning long.Afterward drive through the

countryside and arrive in Dujiangyan.Check in at the hotel and enjoy lunch at alocal restaurant. In the afternoon, tour the beautiful

Taoist Qingchengshan Mountain: 2,000years ago, famous Taoist sage ZhangDaoling began Taoist teaching here.Taoism has flourished ever since. Templeswere built on the hillside up to thesummit. Lush forests and wild bamboocovers the pathway. Mystic clouds hangover the lush valleys. A cable car ridefollows a 30-minute walk to the summitwhere the grand Taoist temple,Sanqinggong, resides. A huge 2,000-year-old ginkgo tree was planted by the oldTaoist master near Tianqian Cave. Dinnerat Yishan Restaurant for Sichuan cuisine.(B,L,D)• Accommodations at the Howard JohnsonHotel (1 night)

May 22 •Dujiangyan–ChongqingIn the morning, visit Dujiangyan PandaPark. Operated by the Wolong PandaPreserve, this is the only place in Chinathat allows panda volunteer work.Volunteers can spend a morning workingside by side with panda caretakers.Volunteers will clean the pandaenclosures, prepare panda cakes, and feedthe pandas. Afterward have your phototaken with a panda! The center requires

Forbidden City, Beijing The Bund, Shanghai

Visit Lhasa, Tibet’s holiest city,at an altitude of 12,000 feet, andwitness pilgrims in their religiouscircumambulation of the Barkhor,a centuries-old marketplace in theheart of Lhasa. Explore theJokhang Temple, the center ofTibetan Buddhist life, filled withaltars, shrines, and religious icons.Gain an understanding of the

daily life of the Dalai Lamasthrough an exploration of thewinter and summer palaces, thestunning and iconic Potala Palace,and serene Norbulingka.Traveling outside of Lhasa visit

the Sera and Drepung Monasteriesand view the seemingly endlessstore of sutra literature, a fittingevocation of the devotion tolearning of Tibetan Buddhism.Walk among the resident monksand witness their historic debaterituals.

Travel Dates for Tibet Extension

May 10 • Depart the U.S. for Beijing

May 11 • Arrive Beijing

May 12 • Beijing–Lhasa

May 13 • Lhasa

May 14 • Lhasa

May 15 • Lhasa–Beijing

Accommodations: 1 night at the Hilton CapitalAirport Hotel (Beijing), 3 nights at the Four Points bySheraton (Lhasa).

PRE-TOUR EXTENS ION :THE MAG IC OF TIBE T

May 10–15, 2017**Includes 2 days of international travel

Combine captivating sightseeingexperiences with ample free timefor personal exploration andexperience the perfect finish toyour China tour.With a magical skyline as a

backdrop, there is no end to thefascination of this self-styledWorld City. Museums, nightlife,extraordinary cuisine, endlessshopping—life here is like no otherplace on Earth!Explore the Sheung Wan

Dried Foods & Herbal Market, as shopkeepers and herbalpractitioners introduce you totheir abundant herbs andmedicines. Visit the AberdeenFloating Community and marvelat the indigenous community offishing families and eccentrichouseboat dwellers. Drive toHong Kong's most famouslandmark, Victoria Peak, and takein the panoramic views. Then tourOcean Park to see some of China’srarest animals.

Travel Dates for Hong Kong Extension

May 27 • Shanghai–Hong Kong

May 28 • Hong Kong

May 29 • Hong Kong–U.S.

Accommodations: 2 nights at the Sheraton HongKong Hotel & Towers (Kowloon).

POST -TOUR EXTENS I ON :DEL I GH TS OF

HONG KONG HARBOR

May 27–29, 2017

PRE- AND POST-TOUR EXTENSIONSCustomize Your Own China Experience

SAN DIEGO ZOO IN CHINA– Thirty Years of Protecting Giant Pandas –

Three decades ago, when the San Diego Zoo’s relationship with the People’s Republic of China wasin its infancy, the future of the critically endangered giant panda species was bleak because of

habitat destruction, illegal hunting, and the lack of an overall conservation plan. Today, there are anestimated 1,860 pandas in the wild, and giant pandas face a much more promising future, in partbecause the Chinese government has developed a conservation strategy as well as established morethan 67 panda reserves. Our Institute for Conservation Research scientists, as well as our curatorial team, have also playedan integral role in bringing the giant panda species back from the brink of extinction. Through ourscientific studies and partnership with the Wolong Giant Panda Breeding Center in China, muchknowledge has been gained that will help the Chinese manage panda reserves and populations in thewild. We have contributed significantly to the recent giant panda baby boom that has occurred inbreeding centers throughout China. Although a 7.9 magnitude earthquake destroyed the WolongBreeding Center in 2008, we continue our collaboration with its scientists, who have been temporarilyrelocated to the Wolong satellite base at Bifengxia.

CONSERVATION HIGHLIGHTS:

• A giant panda milk formula created by ourSan Diego Zoo nutritionist, coupled with a hand-rearing technique developed by the Chinesecalled “twin swapping,” have transformed thesurvival rate of nursery-reared panda cubs fromzero percent to 95 percent.

• The giant panda breeding rate at the WolongBreeding Center increased dramatically following multiyear collaborations with our scientistsinvolving nutrition, behavioral enrichment, husbandry, breeding protocols, and olfactorycommunications. Before this, few of Wolong’s giant pandas mated naturally and the populationwas in decline. In 2014, 13 pandas were born at Wolong’s Bifengxia panda base! 2014 alsobrought about the birth of panda triplets in China, the world’s only surviving trio.

• China has reached a major milestone: the panda population in zoos and breeding centers hasreached more than 425, which will ensure a self-sustaining population as long as geneticdiversity is also maintained.

• Our giant panda team developed an earlypregnancy test for pandas using thermalimaging as well as ultrasound pregnancydetection. Prior to this, there was no way todetermine whether a giant panda was pregnant.

• The first surviving giant panda cub in NorthAmerica, Hua Mei, was born at the San DiegoZoo in 1999. Hua Mei is also the first cubconceived by artificial insemination in theWestern Hemisphere. Since then, a total of sixgiant panda cubs have been born at the SanDiego Zoo, which is a record for NorthAmerican zoos.

• Our San Diego Zoo giant panda team ismonitoring radio-collared pandas in the FopingReserve in China. This is the first study of itskind to discover where pandas roam within theirrange and how they interact with other pandas.It will help us understand how the fragmentedforests affect giant pandas as well as how tocreate natural corridors to link these “island”habitats.

• Logging of old-growth trees in China has eliminated many high-quality panda maternitydens. Our researchers are part of a team that is trying to understand what factors influence apanda female looking for a suitable maternity den. We would like to create artificial dens forwild pandas in areas where their natural dens have been destroyed.

Giant Panda Cub

that volunteers undergo a medical examand have a clearance form signed by yourphysician. As a registered participant ofthe tour, you will receive the requiredforms and instructions after booking.After lunch, head to the Chengdu train

station for a high speed train toChongqing. Dinner is at a local restaurant. In the early evening, board Victoria

Cruises after dinner and embark on yourcruise of the Yangzi River. (B,L,D)• Accommodations on Victoria Cruises(3 nights)

May 23–24 • Yangzi River CruiseTravel downstream through thespectacular Three Gorges (called Qutang,Wu, and Xiling), enjoying the dramaticscenery and beautiful vistas as theyappear. Along the way, disembark to enjoyactivities onshore. Tour ImmigrationVillage and see the breathtaking LesserGorge Danninghe. An amazing experienceis coming face-to-face with the spectacularThree Gorges Dam at Sandouping. Thelargest construction site in the world is alsoChina’s latest effort to tame the YangziRiver. (Both days: B,L,D)

May 25 • Yichang–Shanghai Disembark the cruise for lunch at a localrestaurant. Take a city tour of Yichang. Inthe evening, board a flight to Shanghai.(B,L)• Accommodations at Marriott City CentreHotel by People’s Square (2 nights)

May 26 • ShanghaiAfter breakfast, visit Yuyuan Garden in oldShanghai and absorb the traditionalChinese garden ambience. Tour ShanghaiMuseum and view its wonderful collection

of Chinese bronzes, jade, pottery andceramics, paintings and calligraphy, oldcoins, and furniture. Lunch is at Ding Tai Feng Restaurant,

with fine Shanghai dim sum. Explore Xintiandi in downtown

Shanghai. Designed by MIT architect BenWood, Xintiandi is a $200 million, two-block “entertainment environment” withmodern restaurants, clubs, cafes, andboutiques. Xintiandi proved so successfulas a model for urban redevelopment that itspawned at least dozens of imitators acrossthe country.The remainder of the afternoon is free

for your own exploration and last-minuteshopping.Enjoy your farewell banquet at the

elegant Xi Family Garden Restaurant,famous for contemporary Shanghaicuisine. After dinner, stroll along the Bund,and view the beautifully decoratedcolonial buildings along the HuangpuRiver. (B,L,D) May 27 • Shanghai–U.S.Transfer to the Shanghai airport for yourflight home. Arrive in the U.S. on the sameday. (B, Meals aloft)

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINAI T IN ERARY

May 14–15 • U.S.–BeijingDepart the U.S. on your flight to Beijing. Crossthe international dateline and arrive in Chinathe next day. (Meals aloft) • Accommodations at the New World BeijingHotel by the Temple of Heaven (3 nights)

May 16 • BeijingThis morning, arrive at the gate of theForbidden City, the abiding symbol ofimperial China. Truly one of the greatachievements of civilization, itsconstruction employed hundreds ofthousands of workers between 1406 and 1420.Marvel at its expansive architecture,magnificent imperial gardens, and manymuseums of Chinese antiquities andtreasures. Enjoy lunch at the Hua’s GardenRestaurant. Explore the Temple of Heaven, one of the

finest creations of the Ming dynasty. Itsstunning architecture realizes the eternalChinese desire to incarnate heaven in materialform and represents the most advancedprinciples of mechanics and geometry of thetime. (B,L)

May 17 • BeijingGo to the picturesque Houhai district, wherewell-preserved courtyard homes and narrowhutong alleys border tree-lined lakes. Tour thedistrict by “pedicab” for a closer and moreengaging experience of traditional Chineselife. Visit with a local family in their home.Head northeast for the Great Wall of China.

Encounter this extraordinary rampart atMutianyu, a rugged section of the wall that

offers easy access by foot or cable car. TheGreat Wall presents a visual experience thatdramatically exceeds visitors’ expectations.Construction of a few miles of the wall onsuch jagged peaks seems nearly miraculous,but the rampart stretches for 3,700 miles andpasses through 16 provinces. Enjoy lunch at Xiaolongpu Restaurant near

the foothills of the wall. It is famous forfarmers’ fresh produce and unique localcuisine.This evening, savor the imperial city’s most

famous delicacy, Peking duck, along withother Beijing specialties. (B,L,D)

May 18 • Beijing–XianThis morning fly to the ancient Tang dynastycapital, Xian. Upon arrival, tour the tomb ofChina’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, home tothe extraordinary 2,300-year-old terra-cottawarriors. The warriors still stand on theoriginal site of the emperor’s burial complex,where peasants discovered them in 1974.Before dinner, explore Xian's Muslim quarter.Chinese Muslim culture traces its heritagefrom the once flourishing Silk Road culture ofthe Tang dynasty. Dinner is on your own.(B,L) • Accomodations at the Gran Melia Xian (1 night)

May 19 • Xian–ChengduThis morning, make a special stop at the Hanemperor’s tomb, Yangling Museum, to viewthe Han archaeological finds recentlyunearthed. Although not on as grand a scaleas Qin Shi Huang’s tomb, the Han emperorsought the same power in the afterlife.

Fly to Chengdu, and upon arrival transferto your hotel. Later, stroll along Jinli Street,a thriving artisan district representative ofsouthwest China, and learn how Sichuancandy figures are made.This evening is free and dinner is on

your own. (B,L)• Accommodations at the Sheraton ChengduLido Hotel (2 nights)

May 20 • ChengduThis morning, visit the Chengdu ResearchBase of Giant Panda Breeding and enjoythe beautifully landscaped grounds withlush plants and lakes. Meet with nearly 60pandas and their caregivers. The highlightcomes at the kindergarten where pandacubs play with each other, climbing upand down trees, rolling and pushing andkicking like Kungfu masters! Also, visitthe Small Red Panda Center with 40 smallpandas in residence that roam freely. Lunch is at Kuanxi Restaurant. In the

afternoon, explore People’s Park wherethrongs of locals gather to practice Taiji, flykites, or do synchronized dance. Wanderthe lovely Bonsai Garden in the park withbeautiful tropical and native plants grownfor decades in large ceramic pots. Visit Kuanzhaixianzi, a traditional

district with restored courtyard housesfrom the Qing dynasty. Lining the oldalleyway are beautiful teahouses, artgalleries, bookstores, boutique shops, andrestaurants that make this area a populardestination for locals. Dinner is at the famous Sichuan hot pot

restaurant Tanyutou. Afterward watch a fascinating Sichuan

opera performance, including mask-changing and fire-spitting traditionalpieces. (B,L,D)

May 21 • Chengdu –DujiangyanThis morning, return to the ChengduBreeding Center and spend extra timewith panda cubs at the kindergarten,arriving in time to see their feeding. Watchtheir playful antics that continue allmorning long.Afterward drive through the

countryside and arrive in Dujiangyan.Check in at the hotel and enjoy lunch at alocal restaurant. In the afternoon, tour the beautiful

Taoist Qingchengshan Mountain: 2,000years ago, famous Taoist sage ZhangDaoling began Taoist teaching here.Taoism has flourished ever since. Templeswere built on the hillside up to thesummit. Lush forests and wild bamboocovers the pathway. Mystic clouds hangover the lush valleys. A cable car ridefollows a 30-minute walk to the summitwhere the grand Taoist temple,Sanqinggong, resides. A huge 2,000-year-old ginkgo tree was planted by the oldTaoist master near Tianqian Cave. Dinnerat Yishan Restaurant for Sichuan cuisine.(B,L,D)• Accommodations at the Howard JohnsonHotel (1 night)

May 22 •Dujiangyan–ChongqingIn the morning, visit Dujiangyan PandaPark. Operated by the Wolong PandaPreserve, this is the only place in Chinathat allows panda volunteer work.Volunteers can spend a morning workingside by side with panda caretakers.Volunteers will clean the pandaenclosures, prepare panda cakes, and feedthe pandas. Afterward have your phototaken with a panda! The center requires

Forbidden City, Beijing The Bund, Shanghai

Visit Lhasa, Tibet’s holiest city,at an altitude of 12,000 feet, andwitness pilgrims in their religiouscircumambulation of the Barkhor,a centuries-old marketplace in theheart of Lhasa. Explore theJokhang Temple, the center ofTibetan Buddhist life, filled withaltars, shrines, and religious icons.Gain an understanding of the

daily life of the Dalai Lamasthrough an exploration of thewinter and summer palaces, thestunning and iconic Potala Palace,and serene Norbulingka.Traveling outside of Lhasa visit

the Sera and Drepung Monasteriesand view the seemingly endlessstore of sutra literature, a fittingevocation of the devotion tolearning of Tibetan Buddhism.Walk among the resident monksand witness their historic debaterituals.

Travel Dates for Tibet Extension

May 10 • Depart the U.S. for Beijing

May 11 • Arrive Beijing

May 12 • Beijing–Lhasa

May 13 • Lhasa

May 14 • Lhasa

May 15 • Lhasa–Beijing

Accommodations: 1 night at the Hilton CapitalAirport Hotel (Beijing), 3 nights at the Four Points bySheraton (Lhasa).

PRE-TOUR EXTENS ION :THE MAG IC OF TIBE T

May 10–15, 2017**Includes 2 days of international travel

Combine captivating sightseeingexperiences with ample free timefor personal exploration andexperience the perfect finish toyour China tour.With a magical skyline as a

backdrop, there is no end to thefascination of this self-styledWorld City. Museums, nightlife,extraordinary cuisine, endlessshopping—life here is like no otherplace on Earth!Explore the Sheung Wan

Dried Foods & Herbal Market, as shopkeepers and herbalpractitioners introduce you totheir abundant herbs andmedicines. Visit the AberdeenFloating Community and marvelat the indigenous community offishing families and eccentrichouseboat dwellers. Drive toHong Kong's most famouslandmark, Victoria Peak, and takein the panoramic views. Then tourOcean Park to see some of China’srarest animals.

Travel Dates for Hong Kong Extension

May 27 • Shanghai–Hong Kong

May 28 • Hong Kong

May 29 • Hong Kong–U.S.

Accommodations: 2 nights at the Sheraton HongKong Hotel & Towers (Kowloon).

POST -TOUR EXTENS I ON :DEL I GH TS OF

HONG KONG HARBOR

May 27–29, 2017

PRE- AND POST-TOUR EXTENSIONSCustomize Your Own China Experience

SAN DIEGO ZOO IN CHINA– Thirty Years of Protecting Giant Pandas –

Three decades ago, when the San Diego Zoo’s relationship with the People’s Republic of China wasin its infancy, the future of the critically endangered giant panda species was bleak because of

habitat destruction, illegal hunting, and the lack of an overall conservation plan. Today, there are anestimated 1,860 pandas in the wild, and giant pandas face a much more promising future, in partbecause the Chinese government has developed a conservation strategy as well as established morethan 67 panda reserves. Our Institute for Conservation Research scientists, as well as our curatorial team, have also playedan integral role in bringing the giant panda species back from the brink of extinction. Through ourscientific studies and partnership with the Wolong Giant Panda Breeding Center in China, muchknowledge has been gained that will help the Chinese manage panda reserves and populations in thewild. We have contributed significantly to the recent giant panda baby boom that has occurred inbreeding centers throughout China. Although a 7.9 magnitude earthquake destroyed the WolongBreeding Center in 2008, we continue our collaboration with its scientists, who have been temporarilyrelocated to the Wolong satellite base at Bifengxia.

CONSERVATION HIGHLIGHTS:

• A giant panda milk formula created by ourSan Diego Zoo nutritionist, coupled with a hand-rearing technique developed by the Chinesecalled “twin swapping,” have transformed thesurvival rate of nursery-reared panda cubs fromzero percent to 95 percent.

• The giant panda breeding rate at the WolongBreeding Center increased dramatically following multiyear collaborations with our scientistsinvolving nutrition, behavioral enrichment, husbandry, breeding protocols, and olfactorycommunications. Before this, few of Wolong’s giant pandas mated naturally and the populationwas in decline. In 2014, 13 pandas were born at Wolong’s Bifengxia panda base! 2014 alsobrought about the birth of panda triplets in China, the world’s only surviving trio.

• China has reached a major milestone: the panda population in zoos and breeding centers hasreached more than 425, which will ensure a self-sustaining population as long as geneticdiversity is also maintained.

• Our giant panda team developed an earlypregnancy test for pandas using thermalimaging as well as ultrasound pregnancydetection. Prior to this, there was no way todetermine whether a giant panda was pregnant.

• The first surviving giant panda cub in NorthAmerica, Hua Mei, was born at the San DiegoZoo in 1999. Hua Mei is also the first cubconceived by artificial insemination in theWestern Hemisphere. Since then, a total of sixgiant panda cubs have been born at the SanDiego Zoo, which is a record for NorthAmerican zoos.

• Our San Diego Zoo giant panda team ismonitoring radio-collared pandas in the FopingReserve in China. This is the first study of itskind to discover where pandas roam within theirrange and how they interact with other pandas.It will help us understand how the fragmentedforests affect giant pandas as well as how tocreate natural corridors to link these “island”habitats.

• Logging of old-growth trees in China has eliminated many high-quality panda maternitydens. Our researchers are part of a team that is trying to understand what factors influence apanda female looking for a suitable maternity den. We would like to create artificial dens forwild pandas in areas where their natural dens have been destroyed.

Giant Panda Cub

that volunteers undergo a medical examand have a clearance form signed by yourphysician. As a registered participant ofthe tour, you will receive the requiredforms and instructions after booking.After lunch, head to the Chengdu train

station for a high speed train toChongqing. Dinner is at a local restaurant. In the early evening, board Victoria

Cruises after dinner and embark on yourcruise of the Yangzi River. (B,L,D)• Accommodations on Victoria Cruises(3 nights)

May 23–24 • Yangzi River CruiseTravel downstream through thespectacular Three Gorges (called Qutang,Wu, and Xiling), enjoying the dramaticscenery and beautiful vistas as theyappear. Along the way, disembark to enjoyactivities onshore. Tour ImmigrationVillage and see the breathtaking LesserGorge Danninghe. An amazing experienceis coming face-to-face with the spectacularThree Gorges Dam at Sandouping. Thelargest construction site in the world is alsoChina’s latest effort to tame the YangziRiver. (Both days: B,L,D)

May 25 • Yichang–Shanghai Disembark the cruise for lunch at a localrestaurant. Take a city tour of Yichang. Inthe evening, board a flight to Shanghai.(B,L)• Accommodations at Marriott City CentreHotel by People’s Square (2 nights)

May 26 • ShanghaiAfter breakfast, visit Yuyuan Garden in oldShanghai and absorb the traditionalChinese garden ambience. Tour ShanghaiMuseum and view its wonderful collection

of Chinese bronzes, jade, pottery andceramics, paintings and calligraphy, oldcoins, and furniture. Lunch is at Ding Tai Feng Restaurant,

with fine Shanghai dim sum. Explore Xintiandi in downtown

Shanghai. Designed by MIT architect BenWood, Xintiandi is a $200 million, two-block “entertainment environment” withmodern restaurants, clubs, cafes, andboutiques. Xintiandi proved so successfulas a model for urban redevelopment that itspawned at least dozens of imitators acrossthe country.The remainder of the afternoon is free

for your own exploration and last-minuteshopping.Enjoy your farewell banquet at the

elegant Xi Family Garden Restaurant,famous for contemporary Shanghaicuisine. After dinner, stroll along the Bund,and view the beautifully decoratedcolonial buildings along the HuangpuRiver. (B,L,D) May 27 • Shanghai–U.S.Transfer to the Shanghai airport for yourflight home. Arrive in the U.S. on the sameday. (B, Meals aloft)

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINAI T IN ERARY

May 14–15 • U.S.–BeijingDepart the U.S. on your flight to Beijing. Crossthe international dateline and arrive in Chinathe next day. (Meals aloft) • Accommodations at the New World BeijingHotel by the Temple of Heaven (3 nights)

May 16 • BeijingThis morning, arrive at the gate of theForbidden City, the abiding symbol ofimperial China. Truly one of the greatachievements of civilization, itsconstruction employed hundreds ofthousands of workers between 1406 and 1420.Marvel at its expansive architecture,magnificent imperial gardens, and manymuseums of Chinese antiquities andtreasures. Enjoy lunch at the Hua’s GardenRestaurant. Explore the Temple of Heaven, one of the

finest creations of the Ming dynasty. Itsstunning architecture realizes the eternalChinese desire to incarnate heaven in materialform and represents the most advancedprinciples of mechanics and geometry of thetime. (B,L)

May 17 • BeijingGo to the picturesque Houhai district, wherewell-preserved courtyard homes and narrowhutong alleys border tree-lined lakes. Tour thedistrict by “pedicab” for a closer and moreengaging experience of traditional Chineselife. Visit with a local family in their home.Head northeast for the Great Wall of China.

Encounter this extraordinary rampart atMutianyu, a rugged section of the wall that

offers easy access by foot or cable car. TheGreat Wall presents a visual experience thatdramatically exceeds visitors’ expectations.Construction of a few miles of the wall onsuch jagged peaks seems nearly miraculous,but the rampart stretches for 3,700 miles andpasses through 16 provinces. Enjoy lunch at Xiaolongpu Restaurant near

the foothills of the wall. It is famous forfarmers’ fresh produce and unique localcuisine.This evening, savor the imperial city’s most

famous delicacy, Peking duck, along withother Beijing specialties. (B,L,D)

May 18 • Beijing–XianThis morning fly to the ancient Tang dynastycapital, Xian. Upon arrival, tour the tomb ofChina’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, home tothe extraordinary 2,300-year-old terra-cottawarriors. The warriors still stand on theoriginal site of the emperor’s burial complex,where peasants discovered them in 1974.Before dinner, explore Xian's Muslim quarter.Chinese Muslim culture traces its heritagefrom the once flourishing Silk Road culture ofthe Tang dynasty. Dinner is on your own.(B,L) • Accomodations at the Gran Melia Xian (1 night)

May 19 • Xian–ChengduThis morning, make a special stop at the Hanemperor’s tomb, Yangling Museum, to viewthe Han archaeological finds recentlyunearthed. Although not on as grand a scaleas Qin Shi Huang’s tomb, the Han emperorsought the same power in the afterlife.

Fly to Chengdu, and upon arrival transferto your hotel. Later, stroll along Jinli Street,a thriving artisan district representative ofsouthwest China, and learn how Sichuancandy figures are made.This evening is free and dinner is on

your own. (B,L)• Accommodations at the Sheraton ChengduLido Hotel (2 nights)

May 20 • ChengduThis morning, visit the Chengdu ResearchBase of Giant Panda Breeding and enjoythe beautifully landscaped grounds withlush plants and lakes. Meet with nearly 60pandas and their caregivers. The highlightcomes at the kindergarten where pandacubs play with each other, climbing upand down trees, rolling and pushing andkicking like Kungfu masters! Also, visitthe Small Red Panda Center with 40 smallpandas in residence that roam freely. Lunch is at Kuanxi Restaurant. In the

afternoon, explore People’s Park wherethrongs of locals gather to practice Taiji, flykites, or do synchronized dance. Wanderthe lovely Bonsai Garden in the park withbeautiful tropical and native plants grownfor decades in large ceramic pots. Visit Kuanzhaixianzi, a traditional

district with restored courtyard housesfrom the Qing dynasty. Lining the oldalleyway are beautiful teahouses, artgalleries, bookstores, boutique shops, andrestaurants that make this area a populardestination for locals. Dinner is at the famous Sichuan hot pot

restaurant Tanyutou. Afterward watch a fascinating Sichuan

opera performance, including mask-changing and fire-spitting traditionalpieces. (B,L,D)

May 21 • Chengdu –DujiangyanThis morning, return to the ChengduBreeding Center and spend extra timewith panda cubs at the kindergarten,arriving in time to see their feeding. Watchtheir playful antics that continue allmorning long.Afterward drive through the

countryside and arrive in Dujiangyan.Check in at the hotel and enjoy lunch at alocal restaurant. In the afternoon, tour the beautiful

Taoist Qingchengshan Mountain: 2,000years ago, famous Taoist sage ZhangDaoling began Taoist teaching here.Taoism has flourished ever since. Templeswere built on the hillside up to thesummit. Lush forests and wild bamboocovers the pathway. Mystic clouds hangover the lush valleys. A cable car ridefollows a 30-minute walk to the summitwhere the grand Taoist temple,Sanqinggong, resides. A huge 2,000-year-old ginkgo tree was planted by the oldTaoist master near Tianqian Cave. Dinnerat Yishan Restaurant for Sichuan cuisine.(B,L,D)• Accommodations at the Howard JohnsonHotel (1 night)

May 22 •Dujiangyan–ChongqingIn the morning, visit Dujiangyan PandaPark. Operated by the Wolong PandaPreserve, this is the only place in Chinathat allows panda volunteer work.Volunteers can spend a morning workingside by side with panda caretakers.Volunteers will clean the pandaenclosures, prepare panda cakes, and feedthe pandas. Afterward have your phototaken with a panda! The center requires

Forbidden City, Beijing The Bund, Shanghai

Visit Lhasa, Tibet’s holiest city,at an altitude of 12,000 feet, andwitness pilgrims in their religiouscircumambulation of the Barkhor,a centuries-old marketplace in theheart of Lhasa. Explore theJokhang Temple, the center ofTibetan Buddhist life, filled withaltars, shrines, and religious icons.Gain an understanding of the

daily life of the Dalai Lamasthrough an exploration of thewinter and summer palaces, thestunning and iconic Potala Palace,and serene Norbulingka.Traveling outside of Lhasa visit

the Sera and Drepung Monasteriesand view the seemingly endlessstore of sutra literature, a fittingevocation of the devotion tolearning of Tibetan Buddhism.Walk among the resident monksand witness their historic debaterituals.

Travel Dates for Tibet Extension

May 10 • Depart the U.S. for Beijing

May 11 • Arrive Beijing

May 12 • Beijing–Lhasa

May 13 • Lhasa

May 14 • Lhasa

May 15 • Lhasa–Beijing

Accommodations: 1 night at the Hilton CapitalAirport Hotel (Beijing), 3 nights at the Four Points bySheraton (Lhasa).

PRE-TOUR EXTENS ION :THE MAG IC OF TIBE T

May 10–15, 2017**Includes 2 days of international travel

Combine captivating sightseeingexperiences with ample free timefor personal exploration andexperience the perfect finish toyour China tour.With a magical skyline as a

backdrop, there is no end to thefascination of this self-styledWorld City. Museums, nightlife,extraordinary cuisine, endlessshopping—life here is like no otherplace on Earth!Explore the Sheung Wan

Dried Foods & Herbal Market, as shopkeepers and herbalpractitioners introduce you totheir abundant herbs andmedicines. Visit the AberdeenFloating Community and marvelat the indigenous community offishing families and eccentrichouseboat dwellers. Drive toHong Kong's most famouslandmark, Victoria Peak, and takein the panoramic views. Then tourOcean Park to see some of China’srarest animals.

Travel Dates for Hong Kong Extension

May 27 • Shanghai–Hong Kong

May 28 • Hong Kong

May 29 • Hong Kong–U.S.

Accommodations: 2 nights at the Sheraton HongKong Hotel & Towers (Kowloon).

POST -TOUR EXTENS I ON :DEL I GH TS OF

HONG KONG HARBOR

May 27–29, 2017

PRE- AND POST-TOUR EXTENSIONSCustomize Your Own China Experience

SAN DIEGO ZOO IN CHINA– Thirty Years of Protecting Giant Pandas –

Three decades ago, when the San Diego Zoo’s relationship with the People’s Republic of China wasin its infancy, the future of the critically endangered giant panda species was bleak because of

habitat destruction, illegal hunting, and the lack of an overall conservation plan. Today, there are anestimated 1,860 pandas in the wild, and giant pandas face a much more promising future, in partbecause the Chinese government has developed a conservation strategy as well as established morethan 67 panda reserves. Our Institute for Conservation Research scientists, as well as our curatorial team, have also playedan integral role in bringing the giant panda species back from the brink of extinction. Through ourscientific studies and partnership with the Wolong Giant Panda Breeding Center in China, muchknowledge has been gained that will help the Chinese manage panda reserves and populations in thewild. We have contributed significantly to the recent giant panda baby boom that has occurred inbreeding centers throughout China. Although a 7.9 magnitude earthquake destroyed the WolongBreeding Center in 2008, we continue our collaboration with its scientists, who have been temporarilyrelocated to the Wolong satellite base at Bifengxia.

CONSERVATION HIGHLIGHTS:

• A giant panda milk formula created by ourSan Diego Zoo nutritionist, coupled with a hand-rearing technique developed by the Chinesecalled “twin swapping,” have transformed thesurvival rate of nursery-reared panda cubs fromzero percent to 95 percent.

• The giant panda breeding rate at the WolongBreeding Center increased dramatically following multiyear collaborations with our scientistsinvolving nutrition, behavioral enrichment, husbandry, breeding protocols, and olfactorycommunications. Before this, few of Wolong’s giant pandas mated naturally and the populationwas in decline. In 2014, 13 pandas were born at Wolong’s Bifengxia panda base! 2014 alsobrought about the birth of panda triplets in China, the world’s only surviving trio.

• China has reached a major milestone: the panda population in zoos and breeding centers hasreached more than 425, which will ensure a self-sustaining population as long as geneticdiversity is also maintained.

• Our giant panda team developed an earlypregnancy test for pandas using thermalimaging as well as ultrasound pregnancydetection. Prior to this, there was no way todetermine whether a giant panda was pregnant.

• The first surviving giant panda cub in NorthAmerica, Hua Mei, was born at the San DiegoZoo in 1999. Hua Mei is also the first cubconceived by artificial insemination in theWestern Hemisphere. Since then, a total of sixgiant panda cubs have been born at the SanDiego Zoo, which is a record for NorthAmerican zoos.

• Our San Diego Zoo giant panda team ismonitoring radio-collared pandas in the FopingReserve in China. This is the first study of itskind to discover where pandas roam within theirrange and how they interact with other pandas.It will help us understand how the fragmentedforests affect giant pandas as well as how tocreate natural corridors to link these “island”habitats.

• Logging of old-growth trees in China has eliminated many high-quality panda maternitydens. Our researchers are part of a team that is trying to understand what factors influence apanda female looking for a suitable maternity den. We would like to create artificial dens forwild pandas in areas where their natural dens have been destroyed.

Giant Panda Cub

TERMS & CONDITIONSTRAVEL IN CHINA:The schedule will bedemanding with moderate physical activity. Travelin China requires good physical condition andhealth (special needs must be arranged for inadvance and may result in additional costs), aspirit of adventure, a flexible attitude, and a senseof humor. The itinerary is subject to change andmodification. Every effort will be made to carryout the program as planned, but alterations maystill occur. Participants should be aware that norefunds will be made as a result of unforeseenchanges, modifications, or delays. Some aspects of this tour may not be appropriatefor travelers with health concerns or disabilities.Tourist travel in China can be extremely strenuousand may be especially debilitating to someone inpoor health. Tours often involve walking longdistances and up steep hills. China lacks handicap-accessible facilities. Please consult with ChinaAdvocates if you have any special needs orconcerns.

RESERVATIONS: Bookings are subject to theterms and conditions mentioned in these sections.A contract has been entered into as soon as yourbooking is received and accepted. To confirm thereservation, a deposit of $700 per person isrequired. Final payment is due at 90 days priorto departure and can be paid by check or creditcard.GROUP AIR:A recommended group flight isavailable through AirTreks. This flight will includeairport transfers on both arrival and departure. Thisflight is subject to availability and prices may varydepending on time of purchase. AIR:Airline cancellations and penalties are basedon each carrier and ticket. Be sure to review thesepolicies before purchasing air tickets via AirTreks.China Advocates, Inc. and San Diego Zoo Globalare not responsible for any penalties incurred due toairline schedule changes or cancellations.CANCELLATIONS: No cancellation is validuntil it is received in writing by the office ofChina Advocates. Cancellation penalties arebased on the date of receipt of written notice and areas follows: 91 or more days prior to departure, acancellation fee of $500 per person is retained; 90-46days prior to departure, $1,500 per person; 45-31days prior to departure, $2,500 per person; 30-0 daysprior to departure, no refund is made. Cancellation penalties for additional hotel nights, hoteland cruise ship room upgrades, tour extensions, and anyspecial arrangements, are as follows: 50-31 days prior todeparture, 25% of cost is retained; 30-0 days prior todeparture, no refund is made.RESPONSIBILITIES: China Advocates, Inc. and SanDiego Zoo Global act only as agents for the variouscarriers for which tickets are provided and assume noresponsibility or liability in connection with the service ofany train, vessel, carriage, aircraft, motor vehicle or otherconveyance, which may be used either wholly or in part,in the performance of their duty to the passenger. Neitherwill they be responsible for any act, error, or omission, orfor any injury, loss, accident, delay or irregularity, whichmay be occasioned by any defect in any vehicles, orthrough neglect or default of any company or personengaged in conveying the passenger, or for any hotelproprietor, hotel service or restaurant, or for any other

person engaged in carrying out the purpose for whichtickets or coupons are issued. In the event it becomesnecessary or advisable for the comfort or well-being of thepassengers, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter itineraryor arrangements, such alterations may be made withoutpenalty to the operators. The right is reserved to withdrawany or all tours should conditions warrant, also to declineto accept or retain any passengers as members for thetours. In such instances, full or equitable amounts will berefunded. Refunds for unused carrier tickets may be onlyin accordance with the regulations of the carrier (CST2064278-40). Registration as a seller of travel does notconstitute approval by the State of California. All legalquestions will be settled within the jurisdiction of theCounty of San Francisco, California.VISA: To obtain a Chinese visa, a passport is requiredthat is valid for at least six months beyond the duration ofthe tour. Travelers are responsible for their own visas.Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommendedand available. You will receive travel insuranceinformation once you are confirmed on the program.Itinerary is subject to modification. Prices are subject to change without notice.

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA

CELESTIAL WARRIORS, PLAYFUL PANDAS &

THE MIGHTY YANGZI RIVER

May 14–27, 2017

BEIJING • XIAN • CHENGDU • DUJIANGYAN • CHONGQING • YANGZI RIVER • YICHANG • SHANGHAI

Presorted Standard

U.S. Postage

PAID

San Diego, CA

Permit No. 410

P.O. Box 120551

San Diego, CA 92112 - 0551

Tour Cost• Rates are per person and do not include international air:Main Tour, Double Occupancy $5,590

Single Supplement $1,790

Tibet Pre-Tour Extension $2,690 Single Supplement $ 995

Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension $2,090 Single Supplement $ 595

Round-trip International Air is available through AirTreks. For pricing, please contact AirTreksdirectly at 415-977-7136 or at china-advocates@airtreks.com.Private Airport Transfers upon arrival in Beijing and departure in Shanghai are recommended and available through China Advocates. Call 1-888-333-2585 or email info@china-advocates.com.Main Tour Includes: • Double occupancy accommodations • All meals listed in itinerary • All sightseeing,entertainment, and cultural activities listed in itinerary • Executive Amenities Upgrade onboard Victoria Cruise Ship •Chinese airport taxes • Airport transfers and porterage (for those purchasing the recommended group flights) • Allgroup air and ground transportation within China • English-speaking Chinese local tour guides • China Advocates’National Tour Director (with a minimum of 10 participants) • San Diego Zoo host on the main tour with a minimum of15 participants • San Diego Zoo host on the Tibet Extension with a minimum of 10 participants • Gratuities to localguides and drivers on main tour.Not Included: • Domestic U.S. and international airfare • Gratuities to National Tour Director • Gratuities onextensions • Airport transfers and porterage (if not on group flight) • Visa processing • Meals not included in the tour •Excess baggage charges • Travel insurance • Items of a personal nature.

For more information, please contactChina Advocates toll-free at 888-333-2585, locally at 415-334-4505 or email info@china-advocates.com.

Tour Reservation Form

San Diego Zoo’s WorldWild ToursTMClassical Highlights of China, May 14–27, 2017

Enclosed is a deposit for $ ____________ ($700 per person) to hold ________ place(s). Please makechecks payable to China Advocates. Final payment is due on February 14, 2017.

Passport Name/s _________________________________________Birth date ________________

Passport Name/s _________________________________________Birth date ________________

Address______________________________ City ______________ State ____ ZIP __________

Home/Office ____________________________ Cell ___________________________________

Email 1___________________________________ Email 2 ________________________________ Optional Extensions: Tibet Pre-Tour Extension Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension

Accommodations: Single Double I need assistance securing a roommate. I understand that if a roommate cannot be secured for me, I agree to pay the single supplement fee(s).

Bed Request: One Bed Two Beds Smoking Nonsmoking

I/we understand that, by signing below, I/we acknowledge that the Terms & Conditions section of thisbrochure has been read and accepted.

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________

Credit Card Number for Deposit: ______________________________________________________

Exp. Date ______CVV Code______ (Payments accepted by credit card or check.)

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________Please fax, email, or mail Reservation Form, with deposit, to:

China Advocates3843 Brickway Blvd. • Suite 210 • Santa Rosa, CA • 95403

tel: 888-333-2585 • fax: 415-841-17905 • email: travel@china-advocates.com

Dear Friends of the San Diego Zoo,

We are excited to offer a tour to China in 2017 that will provide ourparticipants with the ultimate giant panda experience. We are visiting two giant panda breeding centers: one in Chengdu and the other inDujiangyan, about an hour northwest of Chengdu. In Chengdu, enjoy thebeautiful, natural complex that is home to approximately 60 giant pandas.After ample time with Chengdu's giant pandas, and a visit to the SmallRed Panda Center, continue on to Dujiangyan. In Dujiangyan, enjoy an exclusive experience, as the breeding center is

not yet open to the public. Go behind the scenes and spend half a dayworking side by side with panda caretakers. Dujiangyan is the only placein China that allows panda volunteer work, which includes cleaning thepanda enclosures, preparing panda cakes, and feeding the pandas. Aftervolunteering you will have your photo taken with a panda! This year’s itinerary will also include visits to Beijing, Xian, and

Shanghai, as well as a Yangzi River cruise. A San Diego Zoo escort willaccompany you on your journey, along with a national tour director fromChina Advocates.*We cordially invite you to join us on this special adventure. Space is

limited to 25 travelers, so your early reservation is encouraged. Withspectacular scenery, fascinating historical landmarks, friendly people,and, of course, the endearing giant pandas, your magical memories fromyour journey to China will be treasured forever.

Sincerely,

Amy ParrottDirector, WorldWild ToursTMSan Diego Zoo Global

*San Diego Zoo host’s participation is based on a minimum group size of 15 travelers, andthe National Tour Director will accompany a group of 10 or more travelers.

FABULOUS DININGSavor China’s Exquisite Regional Cuisines

China today arguably producesthe finest cuisine in the world.Given the country’s stratosphericeconomic rise and the emergenceof a fun-loving middle class, the

special dining experience is prized in Chinese society more than everbefore. A good time in China means nothing if not “to eat well.”

The enjoyment of good food will prove to be one of this tour’srecurring themes. Fine dining certainly makes for a happy occasion,but in China it means much more. Simply put, the brilliance ofChinese culture is found in China’s astounding culinary traditions.Every Chinese region defines itself by its cuisine, and this means thedirect way of experiencing a region is through tasting its food. In theMiddle Kingdom, food unlocks the subtlety and richness of itsculture.

Since your tour passes through much of the country, you’ll havemany opportunities to discover each region’s culinary specialties.And given Chinese creativity, it is unlikely you’ll eat any one dish

twice! One after another, dishesbrought to your table willsurprise you. The enjoyment of“food as culture” will be part ofyour China experience. Here arejust some of the fine eating

establishments you’ll enjoy visiting:§ In BEIJING, dine at Duck de Chine, recognized as a premier

location for the fabled Chinese delicacy, Peking duck. § Xiaolongpu, at the foot of the Great Wall, showcases farmers’

fresh produce and hearty foods, particularly braised meats, whichare conducive to the northern climate and rugged terrain. § In CHENGDU, sample Sichuan cuisine at Tanyoutou Restaurant.

After dinner, you’ll be astounded by Sichuan culture as SichuanOpera performers wow you with their Bian Lian (changing masks)skills. § In SHANGHAI, Ding Tai Feng offers some of the city’s best dim

sum. § Xi Family Garden Restaurant is

often cited as one of the city’sbest choices for Shanghai cuisineand delicate, sweet tastes.

TERMS & CONDITIONSTRAVEL IN CHINA:The schedule will bedemanding with moderate physical activity. Travelin China requires good physical condition andhealth (special needs must be arranged for inadvance and may result in additional costs), aspirit of adventure, a flexible attitude, and a senseof humor. The itinerary is subject to change andmodification. Every effort will be made to carryout the program as planned, but alterations maystill occur. Participants should be aware that norefunds will be made as a result of unforeseenchanges, modifications, or delays. Some aspects of this tour may not be appropriatefor travelers with health concerns or disabilities.Tourist travel in China can be extremely strenuousand may be especially debilitating to someone inpoor health. Tours often involve walking longdistances and up steep hills. China lacks handicap-accessible facilities. Please consult with ChinaAdvocates if you have any special needs orconcerns.

RESERVATIONS: Bookings are subject to theterms and conditions mentioned in these sections.A contract has been entered into as soon as yourbooking is received and accepted. To confirm thereservation, a deposit of $700 per person isrequired. Final payment is due at 90 days priorto departure and can be paid by check or creditcard.GROUP AIR:A recommended group flight isavailable through AirTreks. This flight will includeairport transfers on both arrival and departure. Thisflight is subject to availability and prices may varydepending on time of purchase. AIR:Airline cancellations and penalties are basedon each carrier and ticket. Be sure to review thesepolicies before purchasing air tickets via AirTreks.China Advocates, Inc. and San Diego Zoo Globalare not responsible for any penalties incurred due toairline schedule changes or cancellations.CANCELLATIONS: No cancellation is validuntil it is received in writing by the office ofChina Advocates. Cancellation penalties arebased on the date of receipt of written notice and areas follows: 91 or more days prior to departure, acancellation fee of $500 per person is retained; 90-46days prior to departure, $1,500 per person; 45-31days prior to departure, $2,500 per person; 30-0 daysprior to departure, no refund is made. Cancellation penalties for additional hotel nights, hoteland cruise ship room upgrades, tour extensions, and anyspecial arrangements, are as follows: 50-31 days prior todeparture, 25% of cost is retained; 30-0 days prior todeparture, no refund is made.RESPONSIBILITIES: China Advocates, Inc. and SanDiego Zoo Global act only as agents for the variouscarriers for which tickets are provided and assume noresponsibility or liability in connection with the service ofany train, vessel, carriage, aircraft, motor vehicle or otherconveyance, which may be used either wholly or in part,in the performance of their duty to the passenger. Neitherwill they be responsible for any act, error, or omission, orfor any injury, loss, accident, delay or irregularity, whichmay be occasioned by any defect in any vehicles, orthrough neglect or default of any company or personengaged in conveying the passenger, or for any hotelproprietor, hotel service or restaurant, or for any other

person engaged in carrying out the purpose for whichtickets or coupons are issued. In the event it becomesnecessary or advisable for the comfort or well-being of thepassengers, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter itineraryor arrangements, such alterations may be made withoutpenalty to the operators. The right is reserved to withdrawany or all tours should conditions warrant, also to declineto accept or retain any passengers as members for thetours. In such instances, full or equitable amounts will berefunded. Refunds for unused carrier tickets may be onlyin accordance with the regulations of the carrier (CST2064278-40). Registration as a seller of travel does notconstitute approval by the State of California. All legalquestions will be settled within the jurisdiction of theCounty of San Francisco, California.VISA: To obtain a Chinese visa, a passport is requiredthat is valid for at least six months beyond the duration ofthe tour. Travelers are responsible for their own visas.Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommendedand available. You will receive travel insuranceinformation once you are confirmed on the program.Itinerary is subject to modification. Prices are subject to change without notice.

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA

CELESTIAL WARRIORS, PLAYFUL PANDAS &

THE MIGHTY YANGZI RIVER

May 14–27, 2017

BEIJING • XIAN • CHENGDU • DUJIANGYAN • CHONGQING • YANGZI RIVER • YICHANG • SHANGHAI

Presorted Standard

U.S. Postage

PAID

San Diego, CA

Permit No. 410

P.O. Box 120551

San Diego, CA 92112 - 0551

Tour Cost• Rates are per person and do not include international air:Main Tour, Double Occupancy $5,590

Single Supplement $1,790

Tibet Pre-Tour Extension $2,690 Single Supplement $ 995

Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension $2,090 Single Supplement $ 595

Round-trip International Air is available through AirTreks. For pricing, please contact AirTreksdirectly at 415-977-7136 or at china-advocates@airtreks.com.Private Airport Transfers upon arrival in Beijing and departure in Shanghai are recommended and available through China Advocates. Call 1-888-333-2585 or email info@china-advocates.com.Main Tour Includes: • Double occupancy accommodations • All meals listed in itinerary • All sightseeing,entertainment, and cultural activities listed in itinerary • Executive Amenities Upgrade onboard Victoria Cruise Ship •Chinese airport taxes • Airport transfers and porterage (for those purchasing the recommended group flights) • Allgroup air and ground transportation within China • English-speaking Chinese local tour guides • China Advocates’National Tour Director (with a minimum of 10 participants) • San Diego Zoo host on the main tour with a minimum of15 participants • San Diego Zoo host on the Tibet Extension with a minimum of 10 participants • Gratuities to localguides and drivers on main tour.Not Included: • Domestic U.S. and international airfare • Gratuities to National Tour Director • Gratuities onextensions • Airport transfers and porterage (if not on group flight) • Visa processing • Meals not included in the tour •Excess baggage charges • Travel insurance • Items of a personal nature.

For more information, please contactChina Advocates toll-free at 888-333-2585, locally at 415-334-4505 or email info@china-advocates.com.

Tour Reservation Form

San Diego Zoo’s WorldWild ToursTMClassical Highlights of China, May 14–27, 2017

Enclosed is a deposit for $ ____________ ($700 per person) to hold ________ place(s). Please makechecks payable to China Advocates. Final payment is due on February 14, 2017.

Passport Name/s _________________________________________Birth date ________________

Passport Name/s _________________________________________Birth date ________________

Address______________________________ City ______________ State ____ ZIP __________

Home/Office ____________________________ Cell ___________________________________

Email 1___________________________________ Email 2 ________________________________ Optional Extensions: Tibet Pre-Tour Extension Hong Kong Post-Tour Extension

Accommodations: Single Double I need assistance securing a roommate. I understand that if a roommate cannot be secured for me, I agree to pay the single supplement fee(s).

Bed Request: One Bed Two Beds Smoking Nonsmoking

I/we understand that, by signing below, I/we acknowledge that the Terms & Conditions section of thisbrochure has been read and accepted.

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________

Credit Card Number for Deposit: ______________________________________________________

Exp. Date ______CVV Code______ (Payments accepted by credit card or check.)

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date ______________Please fax, email, or mail Reservation Form, with deposit, to:

China Advocates3843 Brickway Blvd. • Suite 210 • Santa Rosa, CA • 95403

tel: 888-333-2585 • fax: 415-841-17905 • email: travel@china-advocates.com

Dear Friends of the San Diego Zoo,

We are excited to offer a tour to China in 2017 that will provide ourparticipants with the ultimate giant panda experience. We are visiting two giant panda breeding centers: one in Chengdu and the other inDujiangyan, about an hour northwest of Chengdu. In Chengdu, enjoy thebeautiful, natural complex that is home to approximately 60 giant pandas.After ample time with Chengdu's giant pandas, and a visit to the SmallRed Panda Center, continue on to Dujiangyan. In Dujiangyan, enjoy an exclusive experience, as the breeding center is

not yet open to the public. Go behind the scenes and spend half a dayworking side by side with panda caretakers. Dujiangyan is the only placein China that allows panda volunteer work, which includes cleaning thepanda enclosures, preparing panda cakes, and feeding the pandas. Aftervolunteering you will have your photo taken with a panda! This year’s itinerary will also include visits to Beijing, Xian, and

Shanghai, as well as a Yangzi River cruise. A San Diego Zoo escort willaccompany you on your journey, along with a national tour director fromChina Advocates.*We cordially invite you to join us on this special adventure. Space is

limited to 25 travelers, so your early reservation is encouraged. Withspectacular scenery, fascinating historical landmarks, friendly people,and, of course, the endearing giant pandas, your magical memories fromyour journey to China will be treasured forever.

Sincerely,

Amy ParrottDirector, WorldWild ToursTMSan Diego Zoo Global

*San Diego Zoo host’s participation is based on a minimum group size of 15 travelers, andthe National Tour Director will accompany a group of 10 or more travelers.

FABULOUS DININGSavor China’s Exquisite Regional Cuisines

China today arguably producesthe finest cuisine in the world.Given the country’s stratosphericeconomic rise and the emergenceof a fun-loving middle class, the

special dining experience is prized in Chinese society more than everbefore. A good time in China means nothing if not “to eat well.”

The enjoyment of good food will prove to be one of this tour’srecurring themes. Fine dining certainly makes for a happy occasion,but in China it means much more. Simply put, the brilliance ofChinese culture is found in China’s astounding culinary traditions.Every Chinese region defines itself by its cuisine, and this means thedirect way of experiencing a region is through tasting its food. In theMiddle Kingdom, food unlocks the subtlety and richness of itsculture.

Since your tour passes through much of the country, you’ll havemany opportunities to discover each region’s culinary specialties.And given Chinese creativity, it is unlikely you’ll eat any one dish

twice! One after another, dishesbrought to your table willsurprise you. The enjoyment of“food as culture” will be part ofyour China experience. Here arejust some of the fine eating

establishments you’ll enjoy visiting:§ In BEIJING, dine at Duck de Chine, recognized as a premier

location for the fabled Chinese delicacy, Peking duck. § Xiaolongpu, at the foot of the Great Wall, showcases farmers’

fresh produce and hearty foods, particularly braised meats, whichare conducive to the northern climate and rugged terrain. § In CHENGDU, sample Sichuan cuisine at Tanyoutou Restaurant.

After dinner, you’ll be astounded by Sichuan culture as SichuanOpera performers wow you with their Bian Lian (changing masks)skills. § In SHANGHAI, Ding Tai Feng offers some of the city’s best dim

sum. § Xi Family Garden Restaurant is

often cited as one of the city’sbest choices for Shanghai cuisineand delicate, sweet tastes.