13-Day Essence of China Family Tour

Today is the first day of your China family tour in Beijing. Upon arrival, your private guide and driver will escort you to the hotel and help you check in. You can take a walking tour around your hotel for the rest of the day.

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Accommodation: Beijing

This morning, you will travel to Tiananmen Square, a Beijing landmark full of historic significance and also the world's largest public square. After walking across the square, you will visit the Forbidden City, the former residence of the royal family. As an unparalleled historical and cultural heritage, the Forbidden City boasts superb architecture and rich cultural relics.

Then you will head to Wangfujing Street and enjoy a delicious lunch of Zhajiangmian (traditional Beijing fried sauce noodles).

In the afternoon, you will enjoy a blend of exquisite garden landscapes and rich history and culture in the Summer Palace. The Summer Palace is an imperial garden. You can take a boat trip on Kunming Lake. Then you will experience Peking Opera which attracts people with its excellent performance, rich plot, and unique singing. You can draw Peking Opera facial masks with your kids and learn how to sing in Peking Opera costumes.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Beijing

After breakfast, you will head to the Mutianyu Great Wall, the essence of the Great Wall. The scenery of the Great Wall is breathtaking. The 13-mile-long Mutianyu Great Wall stands above the mountains covered with green pines and cypresses. You can take the comfortable cable car up to the mountains and hike on the wall. Then take the toboggan and slide down Mutianyu Great Wall. After the Mutianyu Great Wall tour, you will have lunch at a restaurant or a farmhouse at the foot of the Great Wall.

After lunch, return to downtown Beijing and travel to Shichahai. Take a rickshaw through Beijing Hutong and catch a glimpse of the ordinary local life. In these narrow and winding alleys, you can explore Beijing's history and culture. Visit a hutong family to practice Chinese calligraphy and experience cricket fighting and diabolo (Chinese Yoyo). For dinner, you can savor authentic Beijing copper hot pot.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Beijing

This morning, you will venture to the Temple of Heaven, a holy imperial temple in Beijing. You can see many locals do morning exercises here, such as doing Tai Chi, dancing, and shuttlecock kicking. You will have a chance to practice Tai Chi under the guidance of a teacher and participate in a Tai Chi competition. For lunch, you can enjoy Beijing Roast Duck.

In the afternoon, you will head to the railway station and take the bullet train to Xi'an. After about 5 hours, you will meet your private tour guide and driver who will take you to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day to discover Xi'an.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Xi'an

After breakfast, you will visit the Terracotta Army, guardian of the mausoleum of the First Emperor of Qin. You will marvel at the massive and lifelike terracotta warriors and horses and learn about the military history of ancient China. Create your own terracotta warriors model.

After lunch, travel to the ancient Xi'an City Wall. You can walk or ride a bike on the City Wall. Experience the historical story while enjoying the scenery of the ancient city. In the evening, you will head to the Muslim Quarter where you can enjoy authentic Muslim food.

Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Xi'an

In the morning, you will visit the Shaanxi History Museum with abundant precious cultural relics, and get a glimpse into the glorious history of ancient China. Then travel to Small Wild Goose Pagoda, a Buddhist cultural site in Xian. Watch a Chinese shadow show and experience the charming folk art. Enter a shadow play studio and try to color the shadow figures. Learn how to make dumplings at a local family's house and enjoy a delicious dumpling feast.

In the afternoon, you will be transferred to Chengdu by bullet train which will take you about 4 hours. Upon arrival to Chengdu, you can explore the surroundings after check-in at the hotel.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Chengdu

In the morning, you will head to Dujiangyan Panda Base and experience panda volunteering for a day. You will clean up pandas' enclosures and observe their behavior. Prepare food for pandas and watch them eat it contentedly. You can take part in abundant panda-related activities, such as making panda toys, drawing pandas on a blank fan or lantern, and making bamboo snacks for pandas.

In the afternoon, you will visit the Sanxingdui Museum. Appreciate bronze, gold, jade, and other artifacts from different periods of time and learn about brilliant ancient Chinese culture and unique Sanxingdui culture. Then travel to Jinli Ancient Street, a historical and cultural district in Chengdu. You can see the antique buildings and taste various Sichuan-flavored snacks, such as beancurd jelly, crispy beef patty, spicy chicken skewers, etc.

Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Chengdu

In the morning, you will visit Wenshu Monastery, the best-preserved Buddhist temple in Chengdu and an excellent place to learn about Sichuan Buddhist culture. Then enjoy a cup of tea at a tea house and experience the slow pace of life in Chengdu.

At noon, you can enjoy Sichuan hot pot or Sichuan cuisine for lunch. Or you can watch a wonderful Sichuan Opera with face-changing.

In the afternoon, you will head to the airport and fly to Guilin. After arriving, you will be met by your private tour guide and driver and taken to the hotel.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Guilin

This morning, you will head to Zhujiang Pier and board a 5-star cruise ship. It will take you about 4 to 5 hours to sail along Li River. Meandering Li River and towering Karst mountains create an enchanting picture. Appreciate the renowned Nine-Horse Fresco and iconic scenery on the back of RMB 20 Yuan Note. You will have lunch on the cruise ship. Arrive in Yangshuo in the early afternoon and walk through the bustling West Street to your hotel.

For the rest of the day, you are free to go sightseeing on West Street. You can have a drink at the bar or enjoy some local cuisine on this vibrant and busy pedestrian street.

Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Yangshuo

Today, we arrange a pleasant countryside riding experience for you and your family. You will ride about 10 to 15 kilometers. Immerse yourself in the picturesque countryside in Yangshuo. In such an idyllic village, you will escape the hustle and bustle of the city.

In the afternoon, board a 2-person bamboo raft and start a 50-minute journey along the Yulong River. Delight in the serenity of floating through clear water. Pass by ancient bridges and go over little dams.

In the evening, you are free to arrange your time. You can continue with West Street or watch a music, dance, and light show, Impression Liu Sanjie which takes karst mountains and Li River as a backdrop.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Yangshuo

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Guilin downtown. Visit mysterious karst caves - Reed Flute Cave on the way. The colorful stalactites in the cave make it look like a grand and magnificent underground palace.

In the afternoon, you will be taken to the airport and take a flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, your private tour guide and driver will take you to the hotel and help you check-in.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Shanghai

Begin today's China family tour with Shanghai Museum, a place showcasing the treasures of ancient Chinese art. You can appreciate rich collections and learn about deep culture. Travel to Yu Garden, a Jiangnan-style garden with exquisite architecture and beautiful scenery. Continue with nearby Yuyuan Bazaar where you can find authentic Shanghai snacks and buy traditional handicrafts.

Head to Shanghai World Financial Center and appreciate unique skyscrapers and Shanghai's skyline at the viewing platform on the 100th floor. Travel to Nanjing Road, an entertainment area and bustling shopping street with numerous well-known brand stores. Stroll along the Bund and visit historic buildings of different styles and spectacular river views. And you can see Oriental Pearl TV Tower and Broadway Mansions.

Board a ferry and enjoy a night tour along the Huangpu River. Admire the night view of Shanghai and visit Shanghai's landmarks, such as the Bund, Lujiazui, and Waibaidu Bridge.

Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Shanghai

Before leaving Shanghai, you will have some time to buy some souvenirs. You will be transferred to the airport or train station. Hope you have a pleasant journey!

Meals: B
Accommodation: N/A