China
China Program Highlights and Sights:
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Play games vs. local Chinese teams
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Sightseeing in major Chinese cities like Beijing and Shanghai
The Chinese men’s national basketball team represents the People’s Republic of China and is governed by the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA). China is widely regarded as a major basketball powerhouse in Asia and is the continent’s most successful national program, having won numerous FIBA Asia Cup titles and regularly qualifying for the FIBA World Cup and the Olympic Games. The team has produced several notable players who have competed internationally and in the NBA, including Yao Ming, who helped raise the profile of Chinese basketball globally.
Beijing, the capital of China, is the country’s second-largest city by urban population, with 21.5 million residents, trailing only Shanghai. As the nation’s political, cultural, and educational hub, it blends modern and traditional architecture while showcasing a history that spans thousands of years. Since 2010, Beijing Capital International Airport has ranked as the world’s second-busiest by passenger traffic, and as of 2016, the city’s subway network is both the busiest and the second-longest globally.
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Shanghai, China’s most populous city and one of the largest in the world, is famous for its futuristic skyline, including the world’s second-tallest building. Beyond its striking architecture, Shanghai’s rich and turbulent history has shaped a captivating mix of Eastern and Western cultures, making the metropolis a unique destination for culture, commerce, and exploration.
Tour Example:
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Tour 3020 - China
Beijing and Shanghai
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Day 1 Departure.
Day 2 Arrival Beijing airport. Transfer to your accommodation in Rome. City tour (time permitting)
Day 3 Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Rickshaw ride in Hutong old area.
Day 4 Visit the Temple of Heaven, Pearl Farm. Evening game (#1) vs. local team.
Day 5 Visit Great Wall. Jade factory on the way to the wall.
Day 6 Leisure day, Game (#2) vs local team.
Day 7 Air Shanghai, transfer to hotel 4 star, city tour of Shanghai.
Day 8 Visit Nanjing Road, Shanghai Museum, Game (#3) vs. local team.
Day 9 Visit Yu Garden, boat cruise Huangpu River. Evening game (#4) vs. local team.
Day 10 Transfer to Pudong International Airport and end of our service. Return flight.
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*The above itinerary is a provisional/suggested itinerary and can/will change depending on your group’s specific wishes, the final game schedule for your team(s) and any pro game visit(s) incorporated for your group. Sightseeing admission fees are not included in the prices but can be added and pre-booked based on your group’s specific wishes. Consult us for more information.
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Participant Prices:
Starting at US$3,200 per person
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​Prices are based on departure from San Francisco, with 40 people traveling and do not include airport taxes or fuel surcharges which are approx. $250.00 - $350.00 per person. Contact us for a detailed price quote and itinerary.