This city within a city is a historic maze of mysterious sights, where an ancient culture from the other side of the world survives and flourishes with remarkable authenticity.

Tour Highlights:

• Buildings of historical and architectural interest: Admire the pagoda style buildings and hear about their history
• Herbal Pharmacy: Behold life prolonging ginseng root, pearl pills for beautiful skin, gecko lizards for energy
• Fortune Cookie Factory: Sample these "wise crackers" and watch how it's done
• Stockton Street Food Markets: Stroll among the freshest and most exotic foods in the Bay Area
• Authentic Buddhist Temple: See the dazzling altars adorned with red lanterns, priceless gold antiques, and incense filled bronze urns
• Waverly Place: Hear about the history of Chinatown's most interesting alley full of temples, private clubs and secret societies
• Chinese Language School: Find out how Chinese families keep alive language and cultural traditions for their children
• Tea Tasting Demonstration: Visit a tea shop where you can sample a variety of exotic teas, all complimentary. (This stop subject to availability)
• Insider's list of recommended shopping and restaurants in Chinatown: All guests receive a copy of the current year's best bets
• Hosted 10 Course Dim Sum Luncheon at one of Chinatown's most popular restaurants (only if option selected with booking)

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Schedule Details

Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

Tour departs from the steps of the Old St. Mary's Cathedral. Directions to the departure point will be printed on your voucher.

Departure Time:

• 10:00am
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to tour time

Hotel Pickup:

Hotel pick-up is not included; however, please provide your hotel details when booking, for the tour operator to keep on record for contact purposes only. If you do not indicate this at the time of booking, you will be required to call and advise them of this information directly. The contact details for the tour operator will be on your voucher once you have a confirmed booking.

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• 2-hour Guided Walking Tour
• Dim Sum Luncheon (only if option selected with booking)

Exclusions:

• Gratuity (optional)
• Items of a personal nature

Additional Info:

• This tour must be booked at least 14 days in advance of your travel date
• Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking, unless you are booking within 3 days of tour date. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
• Tours operate rain or shine
• The walking tour takes 2 hours. The walking tour plus luncheon takes 3 hours.
• If you have dietary restrictions, the restaurant can make substitutions upon your request

Dim Sum Luncheon (only if option selected with booking)

Deep Fried Minced Pork Dumpling
Pork and Shrimp Dumpling
Steamed Shanghai Baby Dumpling
Ha Gow Steamed Shrimp Dumpling
Crab Rangoon Wonton Dumpling
Steamed Barbecued Pork Bun
Crispy Snow Flower Shrimp Dumpling
Platter of Seasonal Vegetables
Chicken Chow Mein
Dessert Sesame Ball filled with Black Bean Paste
Specialty Teas: Jasmine and Chrysanthemum Tea


Directions:
Directions to the departure point will be printed on your voucher

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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