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ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
TRAVEL DATES: APRIL 17-26, 2014, (Travel dates TBC)
CHINA EXCHANGE PROGRAM
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Brings the classroom alive with “hands-on” experience with the language & culture
It develops heightened interest in learning Students gain valuable life skills through
independent exploration Opens acceptance to other cultures
& ways of life Reinforces lessons taught Great enhancement on college applications
& resumes Most important of all, it’s fun!
WHY TAKEAN EDUCATIONAL TOUR?
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Students will travel here in February (not during vacation)
They will stay with you – may share a room, but a bed must be provided.
They will attend school with you for a few days, as well as visit Boston with their group
You should plan to provide meals (including lunch) for your student
PART 1: CHINESE STUDENTS VISIT ARLINGTON
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DAY 1
TRAVEL TO CHINA
Fly to Beijing
PART 2: WE TRAVEL TO CHINA!
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BEIJING Welcome to Beijing, host of the 2008 summer
Olympics, and capital of China A Prométour representative will welcome you at the
airport. He/She will help you transfer to your partner school by private motor coach.
Meet your host family and start your exchange program.
Dinner and overnight at your Chinese home. Most students live at home, though there are some who stay
in a dorm on campus
The High School Affliated with Beijing Normal University: http://www.bjsdfz.com/
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DAY 2
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BEIJING EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Weekend with your families Monday: Full day at school Tuesday-Thursday: excursions Friday: Full day at school Saturday: Departure
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DAY 3 - 9
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Board your private motor coach and meet your Prométour Director for the day.
Stop in a park and watch or join in with the locals doing their morning Tai-Chi.
Visit the 273-hectare Temple of Heaven. The complex was visited by the Emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for annual ceremonies of praying to Heaven for a good harvest.
Lunch with your Prometour Tour Director at a local restaurant. This afternoon, enter the Forbidden City, also known as The Imperial
Palace. Built as the residence of the emperor, it is comprised of over 9,000 halls and rooms, containing many precious relics. It is the largest palace in the world and one of mankind’s major cultural legacies.
Continue towards the heart of modern Beijing for a walk on Tiananmen Square. The site is of great cultural significance that has seen a number of political events and student protests.
Return to your partner school. Dinner and overnight accommodation at your Chinese home.
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MIDWEEK EXCURSION
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Board your private motor coach and meet your Prométour Director for the day.
Head to the Great Wall of China for a walk on the Great Wall Ju Rong Guan Section. The wall was built to protect the northern borders of the Chinese Empire during various successive dynasties.
Lunch with your Prometour Tour Director at a local restaurant. On the way back, drive by the facilities of the 2008 Olympic
Games with photo opportunities of the Beijing National Stadium (the “Bird’s Nest”) and the National Aquatics Center (the "Water Cube").
Later, visit the UNESCO world heritage site of the Summer Palace, considered a masterpiece of Chinese landscape. The garden design offers a harmonious ensemble of outstanding aesthetic value.
Return to your partner school. Dinner and overnight accommodation at your Chinese home.
ITINERARYMIDWEEK EXCURSION
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DEPARTURE
Transfer to the airport by private motor coach and catch your flights back to the USA.
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DAY 10
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PRICE PER PERSON
30 + participants $ 2,250
25 to 29 participants $ 2,270
20 to 24 participants $ 2,290
15 to 19 participants $ 2,360
10 to 14 participants $ 2,510
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
$500 – May 10, 2013
$700 - September 30, 2013
$700 – November 30, 2013
Balance - January 15, 2014
Online options available
PRICE INFORMATIONThis is a privately operated tour - you will not be combined with another group!
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PRICE INCLUDES TRAVELGUARD: OPTION A: Basic Group Program
covering group dates of travel. Includes Emergency Medical and Cancellation
Round trip airfare to Beijing Departure taxes and Airline fuel surcharges at $425 per
person Associated transportation costs while in China as per
itinerary 0 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 0 dinners All cultural and aforementioned visits, activities, tours and
admissions per itinerary Service of a dynamic Tour Director with the group for the
excursions
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PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE TRAVELGUARD
Optional Individual Insurance Program Upgrade OPTION B: Individual Deluxe Program
Basic Package + additional benefit and higher coverage OPTION C: Individual Ultimate program **
Deluxe Package + No-Reason Cancellation & Job Loss Protection
**Ultimate Program is not eligible in NY, PA, IN & WA
Any charges for the issuing of visas Recommended tips:
for your Prométour Tour Director $4.00 USD per day, per person; for your Bus Driver (s) $2.00 USD per day, per person;
for local guides at museums & activities $3.00 USD per day, per person
Airline fuel surcharge increases: Departure taxes and Airline fuel surcharges in excess of $425
per person.
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TRAVEL INSURANCE PACKAGE
OPTION A: Basic Group Program INCLUDEDEmergency Medical and Cancellation
OPTION B: Individual Deluxe Upgrade add $50 ppBasic Package + additional benefit and higher coverage
OPTION C: Individual Ultimate Upgrade add $150 pp**Deluxe Package + No-Reason Cancellation & Job Loss Protection**Ultimate Program is not eligible for NY, PA, IN & WA State residents
***Cost of an Insurance Upgrade must be paid at the same time as the initial deposit
Travel Insurance Package is supplied by Travel Guard
Please refer to the supplied Quick Chart for more information
INSURANCE PROGRAM OPTIONS
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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
A passport is the only reliable & universally accepted travel / identification document available for the purpose of travel. Visa to China is required.
Group Leaders should carry a “School Letter” printed on school letterhead, a copy of the Participant List, a copy of all Reservation Forms and a Parental/Legal Guardian Travel Consent Form for all participants.
Entry Requirement for minors (under 18 years old): in addition to a valid passport & any applicable visas they should have a signed Parental/Legal Guardian Travel Consent Form.
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PHONE1-800-304-9446 (US)
FAX 1-888-304-9446
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Tour number: 5371Enrollment deadline: May 10, 2013
HOW TO JOIN THIS TRIP