China, the Yangtze River & Hong Kong with Tauck Tours

17 days/16 nights from $4,990

Enjoy the very best of China, from ancient cities and tranquil country villages to a spell binding 3-night cruise on the Yangtze River, experiencing venerable traditions and compelling scenery. Trip highlights include:

PRIVATE TEA IN OLD BEIJING: Take a trishaw tour of the Hutong quarters of Old Beijing and enjoy tea with a local family.

TERRA COTTA WARRIORS: See Xi'ans army of more than 8,000 terra cotta soldiers, guarding an emperor's tomb for over 2,000 years.

YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE: Cruise the heart of the Yangtze River and be among the first to tour the new Three Go9rges Dam.

SUZHOU, WORLD HERITAGE SITE: Spend a full day exploring the treasures of Suzhou, from the ancient gardens to magnificent embroidery.

HONG KONG: Ride the funicular to Victoria Peak for a panoramic view of the city; then board a "sampan" for an Aberdeen harbor cruise.

Valid 2005 departures.

7-night Vietnam from $911

Experience the delights and diversity of Vietnam as you journey from northern capital of Hanoik, through the heart of the country, to cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh City in the south. This 7-night exploration includes 6 nights' accommodations, 6 American breakfasts, 4-hour boat tour of Halong Bay, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh city tours, boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda and much more. Valid for 2005 departures.

6-day/4-night Japan Getaway from $1,159

including air from Los Angeles

Enjoy 4 unforgettable nights in Tokyo on this spectacular itinerary that includes Tokyo city tour, comprehensive full-day sightseeing tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone by bullet train. Roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles, hotel transfers and all hotel taxes and service charges are included in this one low price. Valid for select 2005 departures. (Ask about affordable roundtrip air from other gateways.)

A&K's Highlights of India

17-days from $5,145

Meridian World Travel and Abercrombie & Kent invite you to discover India on a 17-day program that explores both the North and South, from the artistic legacy of the former Moghal empire to the less-visited cities of the southern subcontinent. This exceptional itinerary features accommodations at luxurious Obernoi Amarvilas spa hotel in Agra, an Aarti ceremony at Meenakshi Amman Temple, lunch with an Indian family in Kumerarakom, Kathakali dance performance in Cochin, elephant-back excursion to Amber Fort and the services of India's most experienced guides. Valid for January through March 2005 departures.

Myanmar - Road to Mandalay River Cruise

5 days/4nights from $1,307

Explore the exotic, unspoiled land of Myanmar (formerly Burma) from the comfort of your deluxe river cruiser, designed by the creators of the luxurious Eastern & Orient Express. Capture a glimpse of the Asia of forty years ago as you cruise through this ancient land. Your exciting journey begins with a flight from the capital, Yangon, to the unspoiled city of Bagan to explore some of its 2,000 pagodas. Cruise north to the ancient city of Mandalay, taking in the cultural and scenic highlights. Price includes 4-night cruise, onboard meals, domestic air within Myanmar and all sightseeing offered aboard the ship. Valid for select 2005 departures.