A&K’S NEW LUXURY SMALL GROUP TOURS

A&K has rolled out a new portfolio of luxury small group journeys for China in 2015. All tours feature hand-picked accommodation in selected luxury hotels, boutique camps and lodges, small-ship experiences and “one of a kind” locations. With a maximum of 18 passengers, travellers will receive a complimentary laundry service midway through the journey, private airport transfers regardless, and their own travelling bell boy. Family departures which are led by a Young Explorers Guide are also on offer. All tours feature age-appropriate activities, local language introductions and family discovery opportunities. October departures are still available on the 17-day China, Tibet & the Yangtze journey, with highlights including a three-night cruise on the Yangzi River on board Sanctuary Yangzi Explorer in deluxe cabins offering views of the Three Gorges from the balcony. Dates for 2015 are now available on the two-day Connections Life Along the Yangtze tour, priced from $US416 per person, per day. Higlights include visits to Hong Kong, Xian and Beijing with a five-day luxur y Yangzi cruise. Five star city accommodation is included, with group sizes no greater than 24 travellers. Regular scheduled departures between April and October are guaranteed with a minumum of two guests. Clients after a unique experience may also consider A&K’S fourday experience to Datong and Pingyao in Shanxi province. The tour visits ancient Chinese Buddhist grottoes, the 600-year old Nine Dragon Screen, an 18th century courtyard estate in the old walled city of Pingyao, and visits to China’s earliest bank.