China attracts us with its ancient history, diverse cultures, and modern achievements. This vast country with the largest population on earth has a marvelous public transportation system that facilitates the kind of self-guided explorations Marita prefers on her world travels. On foot, by bicycle, bus, subway and bullet trains, she enjoys traveling on and off the usual tourist paths to form her own personal impressions of this fascinating country and the people she meets. This particular program will include her recent visits to Shanghai, Hangzhou, Taiyuan, Pingyao, Beijing, and the Great Wall.



