Exploring China is a remarkable blend of the ancient and modern world. Spectacular Beijing is a thriving metropolitan city. Here, both ancient shrines and culture intersect in the vibrant city and modern capital. Hongkong has long been a destination of adventures. With its friendly people, it is a collage of color from elegant parks to sacred temples. The Yangtze River is an exotic waterway alongside stunning hills, mountains and spectacular scenery. Other ancient gems include the spectacular Great Wall of China and the touching tribute to the army of “stone soldiers” who are memorialized at the ancient city of Bampo.