Mike Turner

Rhonda Buizen

Cynthia Hensley

Explore magical Yangshuo - Cruise down the Yangzi River - Visit the controversial Three Gorges Dam Project - Meet pandas in Chengdu - See the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an - Experience the contrasts of Shanghai - Discover the sights of imperial Beijing - Stroll the Great Wall

Days 1 and 2 | Hong Kong

Days 3 and 4 | Guilin/Yangshuo

Days 5 and 6 | Chengdu

Days 7 to 10 | Yangtze River

Days 11 and 12 | Xi'an

Days 13 and 14 | Hangzhou

Days 15 to 17 | Shanghai

Days 18 to 21 | Beijing

From	To	Description	Num Days	Price	Booking
08-Feb-2009	31-Dec-2012	Prices per person from GBP £2165.(excluding flights) Departure dates February - August Please enquire now for scheduled dates and availability	21	£2165.00 what's included? Kind Points:487
Included in the price: Accommodation Activities Cots Electricity Ferry Insurance Logs NOT included in the price: Activity equipment hire Airport tax Airport transfers Alcoholic drinks All meals All meals and activities Arrival starter pack Bed Linen Breakfast Country visas Dinner Entrance/ Admission fees Government Gratuities and tips Guide/ Tour leader High chairs Internal flights International flights Lunch

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Intrepid is committed to a style of travel that is environmentally, culturally and socially responsible - we call this 'Responsible Travel'. For the past 18 years we've maintained a commitment to responsible and sustainable travel. We work with communities by establishing local businesses, we train and use local operators and we always ensure that our travellers really interact with the locals in their host communities. With your participation we aim to travel in a way that conserves the areas we visit and bring positive benefits to local communities. By travelling responsibly we're working to ensure that these incredible places, fascinating cultures and wonderful people are here to greet us in years to come. We're empowering the local communities and creating richer, real life experiences for travellers.

our travel style
* Grass roots travel using local public transport where possible - minimises demand for special tourist vehicles and fuel.
* We choose small-scale locally owned accommodation and homestays where available and local restaurants and markets for dining, retaining revenue in local communities.
* Our group leaders facilitate communication of our values to travellers and local communities, educating them in sustainable tourism practices.
* We employ local guides to aid travellers' understanding of local culture and etiquette.
* Small groups allow travellers to experience cultures first hand, offering greater opportunity for cross- cultural understanding.
* We are committed to putting back into the communities and regions we visit by supporting many aid, development and conservation projects in these areas. Much of this support is through The Intrepid Foundation and travellers are invited to contribute.

Wherever we go in the world, we take a responsible attitude with us.

That means travelling in a way which both respects and benefits local people, their culture and the environment. We mostly take public transport, stay and eat in small-scale locally-owned establishments, travel in small groups, and spread the word of sustainable tourism wherever possible. And every year we evaluate each trip to ensure its compliance with our Responsible Travel Code of Conduct. Taking these small steps, we're able to make a big difference. And that goes for the whole trip experience too. Our travellers get the chance to meet local people and really get to know their culture first hand. You'll contribute directly to local economies and help develop cross-cultural understanding. In others words, enjoy a real life experience.

Our Top 12 responsible travel tips

• Before leaving home learn as much as possible about the countries you are visiting – the religion and culture, the local rules and values.
• Learn some language and don’t be afraid to use it – simple pleasantries will help break the ice. Keep practising.
• Learn what’s appropriate behaviour and body language. Like the concept of ‘saving face” in Asia or giving the thumbs up in western or central Europe.
• Support locally owned businesses, hotels, restaurants and other services. Eat local food and drink local brands and brews. Use public transport, hire a bike or walk where convenient – you'll meet local people and get to know the place.
• Think first. It’s best not to eat in restaurants, shop in stores or visit local shows, markets or zoos that promote cruelty or exploitation of endangered species.
• Shop from traditional artisans and for locally made products, helping keep traditional crafts alive and favour local products over imported items. Bargain if that is a local practice, but bear in mind that a small amount to you could be extremely important to the seller.
• Dress respectfully with an awareness of local standards. Dress modestly at religious sites and check what swim wear is suitable for pools and the beach.
• Always ask first before photographing or videoing people. Send them back copies of photos to help make it a two-way exchange.
• Be wary of giving gifts or money to beggars, children and people you have just met. Supporting the community through a local school, clinic or development project may be more constructive.
• Leave only footprints…take care of the environment as you would your own home. Take out all you take in, to areas away from the cities. Use alternatives to plastic and say ‘No’ to plastic bags. For cigarette butts, an empty film container makes a perfect portable container.
• After returning home think how you can support programs and organisations that are working to protect the welfare, culture and environment of where you’ve been lucky to visit.
• Smile and have fun!