Your tour begins with a visit to People’s Square, once named "Stalin Square," located in the center of Dalian and dating back to 1899. Construction of Dalian’s ice-free port began and was completed in 1930 by the Japanese. Under the terms of the 1945 Yalta Agreement, control of the city passed from Japan to the Soviet Union, which assisted in the construction of vast munitions plants and the completion of Dalian’s network of underground defense shelters. The Soviet occupation ended in 1954; however, a strong Soviet presence still lingers.

Visit a Chinese family in their home. You will be welcomed into the home of local Dalian residents and have the chance to talk to your hosts throught your English-speaking interpreter to learn about their everyday life and customs.

Then your coach for a scenic drive to Beida Bridge. This bridge was completed in 1987 to commemorate Dalian’s friendly relationship as a sister city with Japan’s city of Kitakyushu. The unique architectural style of Beida Bridge has made this bridge an attraction in Dalian.

The last stop on your tour is at Labour Park, the largest public park in Dalian. The park offers a panoramic view of this picturesque northern China city. See the many new construction sites marking the economic reform of Dalian, as well as that of China.

You will then re-board your coach for the return to the ship.