1 . Taiyuan and Pingyao Private Tour

Tour operator: TUI China
Max group size: 25
Age range: 10 to 99
Operated in: English, German

Join this four-day tour to discover Taiyuan and Pingyao through their unique culture, lifestyle and food.

Day 1:

Arrive at Taiyuan Airport / Railway Station. Upon arrival, a representative will be waiting to greet you and accompany you on the transfer (换乘) to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure in the city.

Day 2:

We will pick you up at about 8:30 for the drive to Pingyao. On the way we’ll stop to see Jinci Temple the most famous temple complex in Shanxi, located southwest of Taiyuan at the foot of Xuanweng Mountain. Afterwards we’ll continue to Qiao’s Family Compound, a traditional dwelling (住宅) in the north of China, known for its fine workmanship of wood, brick and stone carvings. After that we’ll continue driving to Pingyao. Check in at your hotel in the late afternoon and then spend the rest of the day at leisure in the ancient city.

Day 3:

Get ready to enjoy a half-day walking tour around the ancient walls of Pingyao. After lunch, we’ll go to visit Shuanglin Temple, which is famous for its collection of more than 2,000 decorated clay statues that are dated to the 12th-19th centuries. In the afternoon we’ll drive back to the hotel in Taiyuan, with an estimated arrival time of 18:00.

Day 4:

After breakfast at the hotel, prepare to check out of your room at the scheduled time and transfer to Taiyuan Airport / Railway Station for your onward or return flight / train.

Price:
January-March $573
April-June $487
July-September $660
October-December $561
1. On which day will tourists live in Pingyao?

A．Day 1.

B．Day 2.

C．Day 3.

D．Day 4.

2. Which place will tourists visit on the third day?

A．Jinci Temple.	B．Xuanweng Mountain.
C．Shuanglin Temple.	D．Qiao’s Family Compound.

3. How much should you pay to join the tour in August?

A．$487.

B．$561.

C．$573.

D．$660.

4 . 阅读下面短文，根据上下语境，从A至F选择合适的单词填入空白处,每个单词只使用一次,每篇选项里有一个是多余的单词。

A. achievements       B. poets   C. relics   D. Confucius     E. belongs to       F. fascinating

Jinan, a    1    city which is located on the southern land of Jishui,     2    Shandong Province as its capital city. Thanks to the hard work of ancestors, Jinan has prosperous cultural    3    . With Mount Tai and the hometown of Confucius nearby, it has many cultural    4    as well as historical sites, which have attracted many    5    and celebrities. Lastly, Jinan is known as Spring City because there are lots of springs in the city.

5 . When you picture yourself in your 80s, what do you see? Many people imagine a life of comfort, but best friends Sandy Hazelip and Ellie Hamby see things a little bit differently. “Don’t sit in that chair and waste away,” Sandy said. “If you don’t use it, you lose it.”

Those are words to live by for these two people! Ellie and Sandy are from the same city, but they met while traveling in Africa many years ago. Ellie, an international documentary photographer, has traveled to 107 countries and visited all 7 continents (洲) for her work. Sandy, or Dr. Sandy as she’s known, is a physician.

Two years ago, the now-81-year-olds started planning an adventure they called “Around the World at 80”, inspired by the Jules Verne novel, “Around the World in 80 Days”. Their goal was to travel to all seven continents, see 9 Wonders of the World, and visit 18 countries in about two-and-a-half months. Unluckily, their plans were put on hold for a few years due to COVID-19 pandemic, but in 2023 they finally hit the road with a new motto: “81 and still on the run!”

So far, they’ve seen the Northern Lights, stood in the shadow of the Easter Island statues, played with penguins in Antarctica, gone dog-sledding, flown over Mt. Everest in an airplane, and enjoyed many other fabulous short journeys. Everywhere they go, they chat with the people they meet and make new friends, which is all part of their mission. “The Number One thing is meeting people,” said Ellie. “We love people. We just love to talk to people, and the world is full of the greatest, most exciting, most interesting people.”

Nothing slows these two seniors down, not even total knee replacements for both of them. Ellie documents their journey with photos on Facebook, and they maintain a blog. Sandy and Ellie hope to inspire others to keep moving into their golden years!

1. What do Sandy’s words in paragraph 1 mean?

A．Don’t waste your time.	B．Youth and old will never agree.
C．Never too old to learn.	D．Happy once, one year younger.

2. What can we know about Sandy and Ellie according to the text?

A．They didn’t meet until their journey started.	B．They wrote a book to document their journey.
C．Their paln was once put off by the pandemic.	D．They have travelled around the world in 80 days.

3. What’s the most important thing for them when travelling to different places?

A．Completing all tasks.	B．Playing with animals.
C．Enjoying short journey.	D．Meeting new people.

4. According to the passage, what kind of people are the two seniors?

A．Determined and inspiring.	B．Confident and selfless.
C．Strict and professional.	D．Responsible and caring.

6 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式.

Having lived in Beijing for nearly four years now. I had frequently heard of people taking “weekend trips” to Tianjin.     1    , as more famous cities and destinations in China, such as Suzhou, or Xi’an, were on the top of my list, I often disregarded Tianjin     2     a place I would see someday if I had the time. Little did I know that I was preventing     3     (I) from experiencing one of China’s most charming cities.

One must understand its history to truly understand     4     makes Tianjin so unique. Tianjin has served as a vital trade port in China for centuries. Many western buildings and neighborhoods     5     (construct) to house the armies and delegates of the European Eight-Nation Alliance.

The city is also     6     (extreme) convenient explore,     7     benefited me on my visit as I was only able to stay a day, and wanted to make     8     most of it. I started my day at the Ancient Cultural Street.     9     (build) in 1986, the street is a beautiful replica (复制品) of classical Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)architecture.

So don’t make the same mistake I did by     10     (put) off a trip to this incredible city. Tianjin is a true treasure of China and I cannot wait to return.

7 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

During the holidays, many young Chinese invite their friends to visit museums and appreciate traditional culture. Some even set up We Chat groups to share popular exhibition information and visit     1    (exhibition) together.

With     2    number of young attendees rising, the museums have been launching     3     (creation) products and services.

Every morning, Nanjing Museum    4    (crowd) with young tourists. They carefully select postcards and line up in a long queue,     5    (wait) to have them stamped with images of cultural relics     6    (collect) at the museum.

Many museums across the country have also launched cultural products such as mystery boxes with an archaeology theme. Some boxes contain a soil sample     7    a cultural relic inside, and collectors can     8    (enthusiastic) dig through it with small tools. Many traditional museums also use digital collectibles(数码藏品)to attract more young people,     9    are made through original designs and sold to consumers online.

For museum cultural relics and exhibitions of museums, digital collectibles not only attract the attention of many youths, but also encourage them to approach cultural relics, understand history and promote the interest in     10    (they) heart in traditional Chinese culture.

9 . The old saying of “When in Rome, do as the Romans do” perfectly voices the promise to deliver you the real Italy, and there’s no better way to do this than with hands-on activities that bring you closer to local people.

Essence &Perfume Experience

Italian perfume (香水) has been famous since the 14th century. Venice was the world center of perfumery for several hundred years, which is why this city is the obvious location to learn the perfumery craft. At Palazzo Mocenigo, a former noble residence turned museum, you’ll spend two hours being guided through the complex world of perfume and its history as you make your own personalized perfume to take home.

Palermo Street Food Tour

Explore Palermo’s streets on this wonderful, guided walking tour. Wander through the city’s street markets and historic squares in a small group as your guide entertains you with historic tales. You will be taken into public buildings favoured by locals, including bakeries and old inns, and given the chance to sample classic Palermitan street food.

Sunset on Mount Etna

Experience an amazing sunset with an evening tour of Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano (火山). You and your fellow companions will be driven through lush landscapes that make way for lunar-like lava. As the road gets rough, switch to off-road vehicles. Your final leg is an exciting 30-minute hike with your expert guide.

Bike Tour in the Itria Valley

Experience a half-day bike tour through Itria Valley. An experienced team will help you select a suitable bike and then you’re off on this guided bike ride!This is a 24-mile round trip where you’ll be taken along small country roads dotted with rural houses and through various small towns and villages.

1. What’s the best way to travel at Palermo’s streets?

A．Cycling.

B．Driving.

C．Walking.

D．Boating.

2. Which trip suits volcano lovers?

A．Essence &Perfume Experience.

B．Sunset on Mount Etna.

C．Palermo Street Food Tour.

D．Bike Tour in the Itria Valley.

3. What do the four trips have in common?

A．They take place at sunset.	B．They have to be booked.
C．They are free of charge.	D．They are guided trips.

10 . There are many amazing sites to visit in Europe. Here are some natural wonders on the European continent that can take your breath away.

Algarve in Portugal

Known for water in endless shades of green and blue, golden beaches and tiny bays, Portugal’s southern Algarve region is a paradise of sun, sea and sand. Whether you wander around the coastline, take a boat tour of the sea or sunbathe on the soft golden sand while the waves gently lap at the shore, you’re sure to feel like you’re in heaven.

Las Médulas in Spain

The historic mining site of Las Médulas in the northwest of Spain is a dramatic example of ancient Roman technology. The region was rich in gold mines where the Romans extracted gold using hydraulic (液压的) power in the lst century, leaving behind a transformed landscape still visible today. With its burnt orange peaks and abundant greenery, it’s a perfect mix of natural and man-made scenery.

Caves of Aggtelek Karst and Slovak Karst between Hungary and Slovakia

The Caves of Aggtelek Karst and Slovak Karst are located between Hungary and Slovakia and contain 712 caves which spread out over 55,800 hectares. The caves are made of limestone (石灰石) and have high humidity, so dripping water has formed into stalactites (钟乳石) over millions of centuries， creating the decorations you can witness today.

Lake Hallstat in Austria

Located between Salzburg and Graz, Hallstatt is a picturesque, 19th-century town in Austria’s Lake District featuring cottages, salt mines and ice caves. Situated in a settlement that dates back to the early Iron Age, it is one of the oldest settlements that were occupied in Europe.

1. How will travelers probably find a tour of Algarve?

A．Tiring.

B．Relaxing.

C．Educational.

D．Adventurous.

2. What can travelers do in Las Médulas?

A．Look at stalactites in a gold mine.

B．Learn about the process of gold mining.

C．Know how hydraulic power is used today.

D．Enjoy the scenery of historic gold-mining sites.

3. Where are travelers interested in ancient settlements most likely to go?

A．Algarve.

B．Hallstatt.

C．Las Médulas.

D．Aggtelek Karst.