2016 KUNG FU CHINA TOUR

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1 The Global Traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu Association and Grandmaster William Cheung present 2016 KUNG FU CHINA TOUR with GRANDMASTER WILLIAM CHEUNG October 19 to November 1, 2016 Zhengzhou / Shaolin Temple (Dengfeng) > 4 night Yangtze River Cruise > Hangzhou (West Lake) > Foshan > Hong Kong Tour Highlights: Train at the legendary Shaolin Temple Climb Mount Songshan to visit Bodhidharma s Dharma Cave Train Wing Chun with Grandmaster William Cheung and a selection of his instructors and students from around the world Cruise for 4 nights down the beautiful Yangtze River and rehearse to perform a kung fu demonstration on the cruise boat Visit the beautiful city of Hangzhou world famous for its tea and scenery Tour Yip Man s birthplace of Foshan and visit his commemorative museum In Foshan participate in a Ceremonial Acceptance into the Traditional Wing Chun Family Pay your respects at the grave of Yip Man in Hong Kong and visit the Bruce Lee statue at Hong Kong harbour 1

2 TRIP INFORMATION AND BOOKING FORM ITINERARY Day 1 October 19 Fly to Zhengzhou, transfer by bus to 4 star Chan Wu hotel in Dengfeng for 2 nights. Day 2 October 20 Shaolin Morning training in hotel s training hall in hotel Shaolin Temple visit at Shaolin Temple s vegetarian restaurant Half day kung fu class in Pagoda Forest Special welcome dinner at local restaurant Optional Shaolin Grand Ceremony with Zen Music (extra cost) Day 3 October 21 Shaolin / Zhengzhou Morning training in hotel s training hall in hotel Visit Shaolin Temple optional walk up the mountain to the Dharma Cave located near the top of Wuru Peak, Songshan Mountain, where Bodhidharma faced the wall to meditate for 9 years, permanently casting his shadow on the wall. at Shaolin temple s vegetarian restaurant Wing Chun training at Shaolin Temple Monks Kung Fu show Evening bus to Zhengzhou hotel for 1 night Day 4 October 22 Zhengzhou / Yichang Day of Travel Early breakfast in hotel Transfer by bus to railway station Take the 8am bullet train to Yichang Bus transfer and city tour before boarding the Victoria Katarina cruise boat for 4 nights to cruise from Yichang to Chongqing 2

3 Day 5 October 23 Yangtze River Cruise Morning training on the boat s observation deck as we pass some breathtaking scenery Shore excursion to the most beautiful scenic spot in the Three Gorges the Tribal Scenic Spot Training and free time on the boat Day 6 October 24 Yangtze River Cruise Morning training on the boat s observation deck passing through the gorges Shore excursion transfer to a sampan to view the extraordinary natural scenery and hanging coffins. Training and free time on the boat Day 7 October 25 Yangtze River Cruise Morning training on the boat s observation deck Shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam Training and free time on the boat Day 8 October 26 Chongqing / Hangzhou (Westlake) Disembark cruise boat at Chongqing Visit Ciqikou Ancient Street and enjoy some market shopping Visit Stilwell Museum which recalls the cooperation between U.S. and China against the Japanese in World War II Transfer by bus to Chongqing airport for flight to Hangzhou Bus transfer to 4 star Haihua Hotel in Hangzhou for 2 nights Day 9 October 27 Hangzhou (West Lake) in hotel Cruise on beautiful West Lake Visit Yuefei Temple dating back to 1221on the exquisite West Lake Visit Longjing Tea Plantation and enjoy a tea ceremony Visit the Buddhist Lingyin Temple 3

4 Day 10 October 28 Hangzhou / Guangzhou / Foshan Day of Travel in hotel Coach transfer to airport for flight to Guangzhou Bus to Foshan Check into Foshan Golden City 4 star hotel for 2 nights Day 11 October 29 Foshan Visit the Yip Man Museum Ancient ceremonial acceptance into Traditional Wing Chun Family Day 12 October 30 Foshan / Hong Kong Kung Fu training Coach transfer to ferry port for afternoon trip to Hong Kong Transfer to 4 star Salisbury hotel, Hong Kong for 2 nights Own dinner Day 13 October 31 Hong Kong Coach to Yip Man s grave Return to hotel for own activities (perhaps explore Hong Kong Harbour, shop in Tsim Sha Tsui, visit the local markets or take the tram to Victoria Peak and enjoy majestic views of Hong Kong) Own lunch and dinner Day 14 November 1 Hong Kong Transfer to airport for international flight home OPTIONAL: Stay extra days in Hong Kong - see page 6 Hotel Options. 4

5 2016 KUNG FU CHINA TRIP BOOKING FORM Deposit of AUD$500 and passport copy must accompany this form. Full payment due before August 31, PLEASE READ AND COMPLETE THESE TWO PAGES IN FULL, IN CLEAR PRINTING - Full Name (all names exactly as on passport):... Address: Telephone: ... Emergency contact (name and telephone):..... Date of Birth:. Shirt Size (S,M,L,XL,XXL, or other) :... Passport Number:. Passport Expiry Date:... Country of Passport:.. Please attach clear photocopy of passport. Instructor s Name (if applicable):... COST (all prices are in Australian dollars): I AM TRAVELLING FROM AUSTRALIA Cost of China Tour package from Australia (Melbourne, Sydney, Perth or Brisbane) including international return flights with China Southern Airlines: Australia > Zhengzhou > Yangtze Cruise > Hangzhou > Foshan > HK > Australia AUD$5,255 * I will join the tour in: Melbourne; Sydney; Perth; Brisbane Above price includes all flights and transport including private air conditioned coach, train, ferry, meals as indicated in the itinerary, 4 star twin share hotel accommodation, transfer from HK airport to hotel and back, seminars, training and tips. Exclusions: Insurance and visa fees, meals in Hong Kong, optional Zen Music Ceremony. * International airfare component of this cost may change and a late booking fee by the airline may apply. The cost can be locked in when paying your $500 deposit with a copy of your passport as early as possible I AM TRAVELLING FROM ANOTHER COUNTRY China Tour only (excluding international airfares) I am travelling from a country other than Australia and will arrange my own international flights to arrive in Zhengzhou BEFORE 12:00 noon on October 19, 2016 and depart Hong Kong November 1, If unable to arrive before 12 noon on October 19 you can arrive the day before and stay in the Zhengzhou Airport hotel add extra hotel cost of AUD$110 per room per night. If you arrive late and miss the bus transfer to Dengfeng, there will be an extra fee for a private van transfer. China Tour starts in Zhengzhou on October 19 and ends in Hong Kong November 1. AUD$4,255 Please us your full international flight details as soon as you make your booking. *IMPORTANT: Above price includes all flights and transport within China and Hong Kong as stated in the itinerary including private air conditioned coach, ferry, train, most meals, 4 star twin share hotel accommodation, transfer from HK airport to hotel and back, seminars, training and tips. Exclusions: International flights, Hong Kong meals, optional Zen Music ceremony, insurance and visa fee. 5

6 HOTEL OPTIONS: I am happy to share* a twin room with one other person throughout the trip; OR I prefer to pay the supplement of AUD$1,080 for a single room throughout the trip (includes China, Hong Kong and Yangtze River cruise) Extra nights in Salisbury Hotel, Hong Kong after the tour, if required - Room with breakfast AUD$280 / room / night (single or share) for. nights = $... Dates of extra nights that I require:.. Are you vegetarian? Total cost = $... * Room sharing is on a first come first served basis. If the group number is uneven, the last person to book a shared room will be required to pay the single supplement PAYMENT METHOD: Initial deposit of AUD$... then remainder [cash credit card bank transfer cheque] Initial deposit of AUD$... then instalments of AUD$... per month for months* by cash credit card bank transfer cheque] Total sum in full AUD$... including any options and additions Website payment: [cash credit card bank transfer cheque] Bank transfer details and payment dates are on following page. Please read Terms and Conditions. All tour participants are strongly urged to obtain travel insurance. * Final payment must be received by us no later than August 31, I have read and understand the Terms and Conditions on the following page. Signature: VISA: You will need to apply for a Chinese tourist visa. The cost for an Australian passport holder for a singleentry Chinese visa is AUD$110. You should do this after August 15, 2016, as the single entry visa is only valid for 3 months. In August we will provide you with the documents that you need for this application. You will need a passport photo and a copy of the full itinerary (available when hotels and flights are confirmed). If you live in Melbourne or Tasmania we can process your visa application. You will need to send us your current passport valid until at least May 2017, completed visa application form (attached at the end of this brochure) and passport photo along with your payment to our office at Level 2, 111 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne 3000 no later than August 15, CHINESE VISA APPLICATION SERVICE CENTRE Melbourne: Ground Floor, 570 St Kilda Road, Melbourne Tel: Find a Chinese Visa Service Application Centre near you: 6

7 The Global Traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu Association presents Grandmaster William Cheung s 2016 KUNG FU CHINA TOUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS RESERVE YOUR PLACE with a deposit of AUD$500 and a copy of your passport. Payment of deposit indicates acceptance of all conditions below by the purchaser and/or participant. The deposit is non refundable. 50% of the total cost is due before July 1, Full payment is due no later than August 31, Payment can be made by: Credit card through our website: Telephone ( ) Call after 11am Melbourne time. Money order or international bank cheque (payable to Healthworld Enterprises Pty Ltd) Direct deposit to our bank: Bank: Commonwealth Bank of Australia Bank Address: 150 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Australia 3000 SWIFT code: CTBAAU2S BSB: Account No: A/c Name: Healthworld Enterprises Pty Ltd Payment plan available. Not included in trip cost: visa fee, insurance. Cancellation In order to give you the best possible rate for this tour, we book your flights and hotels as soon as you make your booking. Therefore, in the event of cancellation we are obliged to charge the following: A fee of AUD$500 will be incurred if you cancel days before tour departs. This is irrespective of deposits paid. A fee totaling 50% of total tour cost will be retained if you cancel days prior to tour commencement. If you cancel after August 31, 2016, the full trip cost is forfeited - NO REFUND. This is why it is essential you get trip insurance in case of personal emergency or sudden illness. NO REFUNDS for voluntary termination of travel AFTER trip begins. If a member must involuntarily cancel for physical health reasons AFTER the trip has begun and does not use a portion of their already pre-paid services, NO refunds will be made. No refunds are made for unused excursions and special program activities. You may cancel by contacting by or fax The Global Traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu Association: academy@cheungswingchun.com Fax: Cancellation is effective the day we RECEIVE your cancellation notice. 7

8 Costs/Exchange Rate Prices quoted are subject to change without notice due to currency exchanges and unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. The land price of the tour is fixed. The cost of the international airfare may change. Therefore a late booking fee by the airfare may apply. To lock in the cost of the international airfare, pay your $500 deposit with a copy of your passport as early as possible. This will then be booked into the airline s system and the price confirmed to you. Travel Documents All participants need a valid passport with at least (6) six months' validity remaining from date of departure. Accommodation Note that all hotel rooms are shared between 2 people. Single Supplement If you require a single room throughout the tour, add AUD$1,080. All costs presume twin share. Twin Share Room sharing is on a first come first served basis. If the group number is uneven, the last person to book a shared room will be required to pay the single supplement (as above). Itinerary The organizers reserve the right to change/cancel itinerary, hotels, restaurants, boat, services etc. nominated in tour itinerary should circumstances change. This would be for the best interest of the participants or any other operational reason. Insurance Insurance is strongly recommended to participants before joining the tour, and should be taken out upon payment for the trip. The policy SHOULD cover personal accident, sickness, loss of baggage, money, loss of deposit, payment or cancellation fees and curtailment expenses. Tips Tips for guides and drivers have been included in the cost of this tour. STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES In all matters relating to travel, accommodation and all associated services, The Global Traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu Association (The Association) acts as the tour organiser. The Association will take all reasonable care to ensure that the participants obtain travel, accommodation and other specified services and in making those arrangements does so as a convenience to the client. However the Association accepts no responsibility or liability for death, injury, sickness or accident to any participant or loss of or any damage to property or otherwise, or any cancellation, delay, detention, irregularity, deviation, substitution arising out of or in conjunction with any accommodation, transportation, conveyance or any other services provided by hotels, restaurants, airlines, coach companies or any other services. The Association is under no obligation or liability to any person as a result of any inaccuracy, misdescription or changes to any tour or itinerary or for the losses or additional expenses due to delays, strike, war, terrorism, quarantine, acts of God, improper documents or any other cause. Neither the Association, nor its servants, agents or employees shall be or become liable or responsible for any additional expenses, liabilities incurred by any tour member as a result of any of the ongoing causes. Prices quoted are subject to change without notice. Baggage and all personal effects are at the passengers' own risk at all times. Any unused services will not be exchanged or refunded. The Association reserves the right to cancel a tour, modify the itinerary in any way it thinks desirable or substitute services in any way, and further reserves the right to decline or accept or retain any person as a member (participant) of the tour. 8

9 THE FOLLOWING 5 PAGES ARE TO BE USED BY AUSTRALIAN CITIZENS ONLY To obtain travel insurance if you live outside Australia, visit: or any other reputable travel insurance company. 9

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