When you journey with Tauck to Asia travel takes on a whole new meaning. Discover wonders like the Taj Mahal, Great Wall, and Angkor Wat. Tours take in golden temples, crimson shrines, storied pagodas, feudal castles, bamboo stilt houses, and inspiring gardens. Learn about samurai warriors, Terra Cotta Warriors, and the accomplishments of ancient dynasties. Witness Ganges River spiritual rituals, performances of water puppets, Korean fan dancers, and Shanghai acrobats. Ride on dragon boats, rickshaws, sampans, and elephants.
China, The Yangtze River & Hong Kong
Experiencing a China travel adventure with Tauck incorporates a memorable Yangtze River cruise through the Three Gorges, ancient treasures, exotic gardens, architectural masterpieces, and compelling UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Sightseeing includes Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong, as well as small villages hosting elaborate temples and tall pagodas. Take a trishaw ride in Old Beijing, a sampan cruise through a Hong Kong harbor, a dragon boat ride past the Summer Palace, and the tram to Hong Kong’s Victoria Peak. Walk the Great Wall, marvel at the thousands of Terra Cotta Warriors, and thrill to the sight of the Shanghai Acrobat Troupe. (April through June, September through November 2008)
Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand & Hong Kong
In Southeast Asia travel with Tauck means golden Buddhas, ancient kingdoms, inspiring temples, and lush landscapes. From water puppet performances to ornate pagodas, sandstone sculptures to soaring temple spires, and gilded palaces to bamboo stilt houses, everything about this journey is special. Ride an elephant into the jungle, cruise on a long-tail boat to see Royal Barges, and cruise on a sampan. Witness Vietnam War sites like the Cu Chi Tunnels and Hoa Lo Prison. Take in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, and Hong Kong, as well as the monumental Angkor Wat. (January through April, September through December 2008)
The Essence of Japan
The essence of Japan is revealed through its temples, shrines, Shinto gates, feudal castles, and perfectly preserved villages. Tauck’s new Japan tour on the fascinating island of Honshu takes you to off-the-beaten-path spots, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and the vibrant cites of Tokyo and Kyoto for a full cultural immersion. Experience ancient traditions first-hand when you stay in a ryokan-style hotel, attend a tea ceremony, and soak in hot spring baths. Tour legendary samurai residences and the geisha district. Ride the Bullet Train, a cable car over a mountain, and a boat across a lake. See the Great Buddha, thatched-roof gassho-zukuri farmhouses, serene gardens, and priceless art treasures. (March through October 2008)
A Portrait of India
Live like a maharaja on travels from northern India to its southern tip, while taking in cultural treasures and staying in lavish palace hotels. A two-night stay in luxurious accommodations with views of the spectacular Taj Mahal is but one of many highlights on Tauck’s India tour. Travel from Delhi to Agra by rail, ride a rickshaw through back streets and bazaars, and cruise by houseboat through Kerala’s canals. Unique cultural experiences include a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River to witness spiritual rituals and a traditional dinner in the home of a Kerala chef. (January through March, September through December 2008)
