Stanford Family AdventuresS T A N F O R D T R A V E L / S T U D Y

China Family Adventure

JULY 18 TO 30, 2020

Stanford Family AdventuresS T A N F O R D T R A V E L / S T U D Y

HighlightsI M M E R S E your family in rural Chinese culture at the Linden Centre—founded by a Stanford grad alum—with hands-on activities such as dumpling making and traditional fabric dyeing

V I S I T the Chengdu Panda Research Institute and see the cuddly creatures up close, learning about their natural habitat, different panda breeds and their significance in Chinese culture

S C A L E a section of the Great Wall as a family, ascending on foot or by gondola, with a chance to descend by sled ride

Young Explorer ProgramKids of all ages love our Young Explorer program, where they’re grouped with travelers their own age for fun and educational activities while adults attend faculty lectures. They’ll enjoy thought- provoking discussions and mind-bending games that fuel creativity, all while building new friendships. Our Young Explorer leaders are all recent Stanford grads and Stanford Sierra Camp counselors and are pros at understanding and adapting to the personalities and interests of each young explorer—which means that everyone has a great time.

CALL US: (650) 725-1093EMAIL US: family-adventures@alumni.stanford.eduVISIT US ONLINE: alu.ms/gofamily

Faculty LeaderElaine Treharne is the Roberta BowmanDenning Professor of Humanities and a professor of English at Stanford’s School of Humanities and Sciences. She is also the Robert K. Packard University Fellow in Undergraduate Education. She is the director of Stanford Text Technologies and the former director of the Center for Spatial and Textual Analysis. Professor Treharne is a medievalist, focused on British manuscripts and handmade books, and she investigates the long history of global information technologies from circa 70,000 B.C.E. to the present day, including an East-West Manuscript-to-Print-to-Digital project. She is an expert in digital and computational humanities, and directs multiple data science projects.

On this trip, Professor Treharne will lecture on a variety of subjects including Chinese history, folklore, deep creative traditions (painting, poetry, calligraphy) and its worldwide influence.

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ItineraryJ U LY 1 8 & 1 9

U.S. / Chengdu, ChinaDepart the U.S. on an overnight flight to China, crossing the international date line en route.

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ChengduGather this morning for a welcome introduction before visiting the Du Fu Thatched Cottage and gardens to learn about the famous Tang dynasty poet. After a tasty lunch of noodles and dump-lings and free time this afternoon, gather for dinner and a cultural show in the evening. (B,L,D)

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Chengdu / DaliGo to the Chengdu Panda Research Institute this morning and hear about the institute’s efforts to increase and strengthen the population of pandas. After a flight to Dali, check in to the Linden Centre, a charming cultural exchange hub founded by a Stanford alum. (B,L,D)

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DaliExplore the grounds of the Linden Centre, a lovingly restored historic mansion complex located on the outskirts of an undeveloped rural village near Erhai Lake, which offers a variety of hand-on activities for families. Next, go on an excursion to a local market with stops at noodle and cheese workshops, followed by a dumpling-making class. Dabble in local Bai textile handicrafts as we use indigo to practice

tie-dyeing techniques. This evening enjoy a performance of Bai music and dance. (B,L,D)

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DaliEmbark on a morning excursion to learn about local tea farming and production, and even pick your own tea leaves. Afterward, stroll around Dali Old Town and view Ming-era stone walls and gate towers. After lunch there is free time to explore the town’s quaint architecture and tea shops. (B,L,D)

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Dali / Xi’anAfter a morning flight to Xi’an, discover the Great Mosque, which has served the city’s Muslim community for almost 1,300 years. Check in to the hotel this evening and enjoy some time at leisure. (B,L,D)

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Xi’anThis morning adults tour the Shaanxi History Museum to view rare Chinese treasures span-ning millennia, while young explorers journey to the Xi’an City Wall—and even take a bike ride on top! Later, gaze in awe at the life-size terra-cotta army of Xi’an. (B,L) J U LY 2 6

Xi’an / BeijingDepart on a morning flight to China’s capital, then travel outside the city to Mutianyu, which

Accommodations

S I G N U P O N L I N E : alumni.stanford.edu/trip?china-family2020O R B Y P H O N E : (650) 725-1093

Shangri-La Hotel C H E N G D U | 2 N I G H T S

This hotel sits by the Jin River, within walk-ing distance of many city attractions.

Linden Centre D A L I | 3 N I G H T S

Founded by a Stanford grad alum, this restored historic mansion complex in Dali offers a deep immersion into rural China.

Hilton Xi’an X I ’ A N | 2 N I G H T S

The Hilton lies just within the historic City Wall, a modern oasis amid the rustic scenery.

Brickyard Retreat M U T I A N Y U | 1 N I G H T

Located right outside the Great Wall, this former glazed tile factory (reimagined as a modern hotel) allows our group to beat the crowds to the ancient site.

Grand Hyatt Beijing B E I J I N G | 3 N I G H T S

This hotel is in the heart of Beijing within walking distance of Tiananmen Square, Oriental Plaza and the National Museum of China.

has one of the best-preserved sections of the Great Wall of China. (B,L,D)

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BeijingOur ideally located hotel allows us to beat the crowds this morning as we ascend the Great Wall on foot or by gondola. Afterward, take an exciting sled ride back down. Next, admire the fun and mystical animal statues along the Spirit Way in transit to the Ming Tombs. Enjoy a free evening back in Beijing. (B,L)

J U LY 2 8

BeijingWalk through the Temple of Heaven and its Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, built without a single nail. Gather for a kung fu performance this evening. (B,L)

J U LY 2 9

BeijingExplore the wondrous Forbidden City complex, former home to 24 emperors. Come together this evening for a farewell celebration. (B,L,D) J U LY 3 0

Beijing / U.S. Transfer to the airport for flights to the U.S., crossing the international date line en route and arriving home the same day. (B)

Accommodations The Stanford Differencefor Young ExplorersNot your ordinary kids’ campYou’re taking your family on the trip of a lifetime and, of course, you want to be right beside your kids to witness their wonder and amazement. Rest assured you’ll spend most of the trip together as a family. On occasion, kids-only adventures, tours and meals allow the adults time for more in-depth touring and discussions. Our professional tour manager and team of Young Explorer leaders (at least one for every 10 kids) join you every step of the way to make your family trip a breeze.

Dedicated Young Explorer leadersOur savvy Young Explorer leaders are razor-sharp recent Stanford grads and former Stanford Sierra Camp counselors. They captivate the children with hands-on educational activities while the adults attend lectures. And they bring the whole family together for activities such as Family Olympics, Trivia Night or Disco Bingo.

Access to Stanford scholars Have a child or grandchild who is keenly interested in the faculty leader’s area of expertise? He or she is welcome to attend the lectures with you. On most trips, our faculty leaders design and deliver a lecture specifically for young explorers.

Create a Custom Family AdventureRegular program dates not doable for you? Interested in traveling with your own group or want to celebrate a special occasion?

Private Editions allows you to create a one-of-a-kind vacation using Travel/Study’s 50 years of travel expertise and with the added enrichment of Stanford faculty. Start with one of our tried-and-true itineraries or let our team help you plan your dream trip…anywhere in the world.

For more information: VISIT alu.ms/goyourway CALL (650) 723-7861EMAIL privateeditions@stanford.edu

Terms & ConditionsDeposits, Payments, Cancellations & RefundsA $1,000-per-person deposit is required to hold your space. Call the Travel/Study office at (650) 725-1093 or sign up online at alumni.stanford.edu/trip?china- family2020. Final payment is due 120 days prior to departure. Child rates apply to children ages 18 and younger on the date the adventure begins. Deposits and any payments are refundable, less a $500-per-person cancellation fee, until 120 days prior to departure. After that date, refunds can be made only if the program is sold out and your place(s) can be resold, in which case a $1,000-per-person cancellation fee will apply. As a condition of participation, all confirmed participants are required to sign a Release of Liability.

InsuranceStanford Travel/Study provides all travelers who are U.S. or Canadian citizens with minimal medical, accident and evacuation coverage under our group-travel insurance pol-icy. Our group policy is intended to provide minimal levels of protection while you are traveling on this program. You may choose to subscribe to optional trip-cancellation and baggage insurance. Information offering such insurance will be provided to travelers with their welcome materials. The product offered includes special benefits if you purchase your policy within 14 days of written confirmation of your participation on the trip.

EligibilityWe encourage membership in the Stanford Alumni Association as the program cost for nonmembers is $300 more than the members’ price. A person traveling as a paid guest of a current member will not be charged the nonmember fee. For more information or to purchase a membership, visit alumni.stanford.edu/goto/membership or call (650) 725-0692.

ResponsibilityThe Stanford Alumni Association, Stanford University and our operators act only as agents for the passenger with respect to transportation and exercise every care possible in doing so. However, we can assume no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity in connection with the service of any automobile, motor coach, launch or any other conveyance used in carrying out this program or for the acts or defaults of any company or person engaged in conveying the passenger or in carrying out the arrange-ments of the program. We cannot accept any responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in air or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, quarantine, force majeure or other causes beyond our control. All such losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger as tour rates provide arrangements only for the time stated. We reserve the right to make such alterations to this published itinerary as may be deemed necessary. We reserve the right to cancel any program prior to departure, in which case the entire payment will be refunded without further obligation on our part. We also re-serve the right to decline to accept or retain any person as a member of the program. No refund will be made for an unused portion of any tour unless arrangements are made in sufficient time to avoid penalties. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk entirely. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time that passengers are not on board their plane or conveyance. Neither the Stanford Alumni Association, nor Stanford University, nor our operators accept liability for any carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket in connection with the tour. Program price is based on rates in effect in September 2019 and is subject to change without notice to reflect fluctuations in exchange rates, tariffs or fuel charges.

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Trip InformationDatesJuly 18 to 30, 2020 (13 days) Group Size/Age40 participants / Minimum age: 8Cost*$7,195 per adult, double occupancy$6,695 per child, double occupancy$7,695 per person, single occupancy**

*Stanford Alumni Association nonmembers add $300 per person.**Single accommodations limited—please call for availability.Included11 nights of hotel accommodations 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 7 dinners Welcome and farewell receptions Gratuities to guides and drivers for all group activities All tours and excursions as described in the itinerary Transfers and baggage handling on program arrival and departure days Minimal medical, accident and evacuation insurance Educational program with lecture series for adults and Young Explorer program for kids Predeparture materials, including a recommended reading list, a selected book (one for adults, one for each kid based on his or her age), a map and travel infor-mation Services of our professional tour manager to assist you throughout the programNot IncludedInternational and U.S. domestic airfare Passport and visa fees Immunization costs Meals and beverages other than those specified as included Independent and private transfers Trip-cancellation/interruption and baggage insurance Excess-baggage charges Personal items such as internet access, telephone and fax calls, laundry and gratuities for nongroup servicesAir ArrangementsYou are responsible for booking and purchasing airfare to the start location and from the end location of the program. These air purchases are NOT included in the program cost. To assist you in making these independent arrangements, we will send you information with your confirmation materials on when to arrive and depart.What to ExpectWe consider this program to be moderately strenuous and at times physically demanding and busy. Some days require early-morning starts; we often have a full sched-ule of excursions, lectures and special events. Limited internal flight schedules may necessitate early-morning or late-evening travel. Daily excursions involve one to three miles of walking, with tours as long as three hours on city streets, which are, in some cases, uneven or cobble-stoned. Significant walking and climbing of stairs may also be required at many hotels and airports. In some instances, such as at temples, stairs are unavailable or do not have handrails. China in July can be hot and hu-mid, with average temperatures ranging from the low 60 degrees Fahrenheit in the early mornings and evenings to the low 90s during the day. Although all the hotels and motor coaches used in this program are air-conditioned, other traditional means of conveyance and some of the museums and temples we visit are not air-conditioned. Participants must be physically fit, active and in good health. We welcome travelers 8 years of age and older on this program.

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For more information: VISIT alu.ms/goyourway CALL (650) 723-7861EMAIL privateeditions@stanford.edu

China Family Adventure

JULY 18 TO 30, 2020

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