The conference secretariat is pleased to arrange accommodation for participants and their accompanying persons in the following hotels which is close to the Harbour Plaza Hong Kong.
Reservation must be made through the conference secretariat by completing the enclosed Hotel Reservation Form with one night's deposit to secure reservation, send it back to the conference secretariat on or before 31 August 2006, balance payment is to be settled by delegates direct with hotel upon departure.

 
  Conference Hotel
Room Type
Room Rate ( per room per night )
 
  Harbour Plaza Hong Kong
www.harbour-plaza.com/hphk
Standard
HK$1,880 / USD243
 
  Holiday Inn Golden Mile
www.holiday-inn.com/hong kong-gldn
Standard
HK$1,864.50 / USD241
 
  Regal Kowloon Hotel
www.regalkowloon.com
Standard
HK$1,356 / USD175
 

The above room rates quoted is per room per night including 3% government tax and 10% service charge.
In the event of cancellation of confirmed booking, the one night deposit will be forceited by the hotel.

For reservation, please contact the conference secretariat:

CTC Foundation
1300 Pennsylvania avenue, NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20004-3016
202 312 2913 / Fax 202 312 2925
Howard McClintic
E-mail: mcclinth@ctcgsc.org ; China_Conferences@yahoo.com
Web: www.atn-ctcf.org

 

The Secretariat has arranged an extensive program of sightseeing tours offered on different days during the Congress. Individuals wishing to participate in any of the described tours should contact the Secretariat for booking. All tours are priced on a per person basis. All itineraries, dates, and prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Hong Kong Island Tour
Date: Daily
Price: HK$280 / US$36 per person
Duration: 4 hours (9:00am- 1:00pm)

An excellent orientation tour. The city changes so rapidly that it will refresh Ħ§old memoriesĦ¨ and delight Ħ§first timersĦ¨. Start with a peak tram ride to the Victoria Peak for a panoramic view of Hong Kong Island. Then visit picturesque Repulse Bay, Stanley Market, and Aberdeen Fishing Village with an optional sampan ride around the Harbor.
Lantau Island Monastery Tour
Date: Daily
Price: HK$580 / US$75 per person
Duration: 5 hours (08:30am- 1:30pm)

The spectacular Buddhist Temple complex offers the opportunity to see one of Hong Kong's great monasteries. The Giant Bronze Buddha makes a visit here more worthwhile. The tour will also stop at Silvermine Bay, Cheung Sha Beach and Tai O Village, where you will get a rare insight into the way of life of the fishing folk who continue to inhabit this area.
The Land Between Tour
Date: Daily
Price: HK$360 / US$46 per person
Duration: 5 hours (8:30am- 1:30pm)

The New Territories, which lies between the Kowloon Hills and the border with Mainland China, is an enormously diverse rural and suburban area full of contrasts. Its fusion of traditional customs and modern ideas, of scenic beauty and manmade achievements, makes it a remarkable place to visit. The tour includes a visit to Hong Kong's highest mountain peak, which provides breathtaking panoramic views. At the foot of the mountain lies a lush valley and a market place for farm products. A visit will also be made to a large monastery complex
housing the three predominant local religions. The finale of the tour will be a wander through farmlands to a bird sanctuary and Hakka village in Luk Keng near the border with Mainland China, followed by a stop at a fish farming site at Sam Mun Tsai.
Shenzhen Day Tour
Date: Daily
Price: HK$800 / US$103 per person
Duration: Approx. 13 hours (6:30am- 7:30pm)

Picked up from your hotel in the morning, you will travel by highway across the border to Shenzhen. This tour includes a visit to a kindergarten* watching the lovely children singing and dancing. Then into the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, and a stroll through the market-place and downtown shopping area. Chinese lunch will then be served at a renowned restaurant. After lunch, the China Folk Culture Village promises an unforgettable journey. (Please carry your passport on the tour.) (* Kindergarten closed on Saturdays, Sundays and school
holidays)
The Heritage Tour
Date: Daily
Price: HK$360 / US$46 per person
Duration: 5 hours (8:30am- 1:30pm)

Hidden away among high-rise apartment towers and busy highways, the past lives on in the New Territories... a living museum shaped by the rise and development of the so-called five great clans of Hong Kong (namely, the Tang, Hau, Pang, Liu and Man). Taking in historic sites around the new Territories, the Heritage Tour brings to life the customs and cultures of these clans and provides a fascinating glimpse of Hong Kong's rich heritage.
Macau Day Tour
Date: Daily
Price: HK$800 / US$103 per person
Duration: Approx. 10 hours (8:00am- 6:00pm)

Macau, a 400-year-old Portuguese enclave, is the oldest European settlement in the Far East. It is just 50 minutes journey
by catamaran across the Pearl River Estuary from Hong Kong. In this tour, you will be shown the charm of the Chinese and Portuguese heritages. After having lunch at a leading restaurant, you can try your luck at the casino before returning to Hong Kong. (Note: Persons younger than 18 years, or wearing shorts or slippers will be denied entrance to casinos. No phototaking is allowed in casinos.) (Please carry your passport on the tour.)

6 Days Beijing & Xian Tour
Depart Hong Kong on:
03 October (Tuesday) or 13 October (Friday)
Twin sharing: HK$7,000 / US$910 per persons
Single room suppliment: HK$1,280 / US$165

BEIJING is the capital of the People's Republic of China with an extensive history, rich cultural heritage, hospitable people and abundant tourist resources. It is one of the world's famous historical and cultural cities. The tour includes visits to Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Wangfujing shopping area, Great Wall, Ming Tombs, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Hutong and Prince Gong's Palace.

4 Days Bejiing Tour
Depart Hong Kong on:
05 October(Thursday) or 13 October (Friday)
Twin sharing: HK$5,280 / US$682 per persons
Single room suppliment: HK$800 / US$103

GUILIN has classical scenery with picturesque rivers and lush valleys. In prehistoric times, the scenic Li river area was a wide expanse of sea that formed the steep jagged limestone formations and caves. Visits include a full day cruise on the Li river to Yangshuo, Piled Festoon Hill, Elephant Trunk Hill, Reed Flute Cave and Fobo Hill.


FOR TOURS:
ĦE In the event of cancellation, prior notice will be given to individual
participants.
ĦE Tour itineraries and transport arrangements are subject to change
without prior notice.
Pre & Post Conference Tours
ĦE The prices include sightseeing programs as listed above, English
speaking guide, hotel accommodation and round trip air tickets.
ĦE Daily breakfast and meals during sightseeing are included.
ĦE Hong Kong airport tax/security fee is included.

ĦE

China airport tax is NOT included. China visa is NOT included.

ĦE Pick up service from hotel to airport and vice versa in Hong Kong is
NOT included
ĦE Insurance is NOT covered in the tour prices. It is advisable that you
buy insurance if you deem it necessary.