China Family Tour – Great Wall and Panda
10 Days Family Travel in China – Beijing l Xian l Chengdu l Shanghai
This fun-filled, educational China family tour will have your children talking for months about their experiences.
The journey starts with a walk the Great Wall of China in Beijing, witness the historic Terracotta warriors and cycle on the ancient City Wall in Xi’an , watch adorable Pandas in Chengdu, ends in Shanghai to see an amazing acrobatic show.
Trip review from our customer:
“It was a wonderful holiday visiting China. Our family were totally overawed by the Chinese people and the vastness of the country. It has truly been a remarkable experience and one that will not be forgotten. Indeed there have been a number of highlights such as the Great Wall, the Terracotta Warriors, and the Pandas.
Everything went smoothly and according to the itinerary. The guides did a marvellous job. My children loved them. Every guide was punctual, informative, very helpful and understanding of our needs and requirements in China.
We have seen everything as promised by the tour. We are happy and have had a good time! “
Gordon Family, Brisbane, Great Wall & Panda Family Tour
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Day 1 - 2 Beijing
Your family tour in China begins with an airport / hotel transfer upon arrival in Beijing on day 1.
The next day your family will visit the Temple of Heaven (where your children could fly a kite or learn calligraphy with locals), leisurely walk through Tiananmen Square to the Forbidden City and enjoy the panoramic view of the Forbidden City from Jing-Shan Hill. Sample the famous Peking Duck Dinner before a fantastic Kung Fu show, featuring a fusion of modern music with Chinese traditional martial arts – simply mesmerising! (1B/1D)
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Day 3 - 4 Beijing
Today you will step back in time to ancient China with a walk on the Great Wall at Mutianyu section, one way cable car up to the watchtower and then walk down. En route visit a Cloisonné workshop to learn how the Chinese ancient technique of Cloisonné is used to make beautiful fine handcrafts.
The next morning, enjoy the ride on a traditional rickshaw through the zigzag alleyways called Hutong to catch a glimpse into local Chinese life before heading off to the Summer Palace, where you will relax on a dragon boat ride across the Kunming Lake. Your Beijing tour ends with a transfer to the railway station for a comfortable overnight soft sleeper train to Xian. (2B/1D)
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Day 5 - 6 Xi'an
Morning arrive Xian, transfer to your hotel for breakfast and freshening up. Afternoon fun cycling on the ancient City Wall, then explore the Old Muslim Quarter and Old Mosque. Enjoy a local specialty dinner before seeing the fabulous Tang Dynasty culture show.
The next day visit the historically significant and the amazing Terracotta Warriors - where 7000 individually-crafted clay soldiers stand on guard, even get ‘hands-on’ and learn how to make these warriors at a workshop, before flying to the Giant Pandas’ home town of Chengdu. (2B/1D)
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Day 7 Chengdu
Today visit the world’s only Giant Panda breeding and Research Base to learn more about these amazing endangered animals and to watch them playing, eating, climbing and interacting with each other. Which one is your favourite? Explore the local delights, local markets and bustling teahouse. take a stroll in the lively People’s Park. (1B/1D)
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Day 8 - 10 Shanghai
After a flight to Shanghai, stroll along the historic riverfront Bund, where you see 52 magnificent colonial buildings and the contrasting view of “old & modern” Shanghai along the Huangpu River. Then enjoy the underwater tram through the ‘sight-seeing tunnel’. The tunnel features a light show and music and travels from the Bund to the Pudong New Areas. Enjoy a panoramic view of Shanghai from one of world’s tallest buildings - Jin Mao. Finish your day with a beautiful evening river cruise along the Bund.
The next morning visit Yu Garden, an exquisite Ming Dynasty style Garden, and wander through the Old Quarter and neighbouring Yu Bazaar, and then mingle with local kids at the Children’s Palace before a contracting experience of old and modern at Xintiandi, a restored area of traditional residential houses, where modern villas and cafes sit next to ancient neighbourhood blocks, sit back to have a cup of coffee or explore boutique shops. Sample a local special dinner and then witness the awe-inspiring Acrobatic show.
the last day, transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (3B/1D)
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Pricing:
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* Standard package price from $2112p.p. adult, $1740 per child
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* Superior package price from $2397p.p. adult, $1948 per child
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* Deluxe package price on request.
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Ask for an air-inclusive quote!
Inclusions:
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8 nights selected hotel accommodation
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2 domestic flights, 1 overnight soft sleeper train
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Private English speaking guides
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Arrival/departure meeting and assistance
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Listed meals: B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner
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All transfers in private A/C vehicles
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Sightseeing, associated entrance fees and evening shows
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Exclusions:
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International airfare
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Travel insurance
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Chinese Visa
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Personal expenses
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Gratuity & tips
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