China Family Vacation

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12 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

1 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Starts

Beijing, China

Ends

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Highlights

Scale the Great Wall in Beijing

See the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an

Meet giant pandas in Chengdu

Cycle through lush Yangshuo countryside

Itinerary

For families eager to experience China’s kaleidoscope of culture, history, and natural beauty, the "China Family Vacation" trip is a perfect fit. Spanning 12 days from Beijing to Hong Kong, this adventure is packed with iconic highlights—from the Great Wall and Terracotta Warriors to the vibrant cityscapes of Xi’an and Chengdu’s lovable giant pandas.

The tour balances time in bustling metropolises with peaceful countryside moments, delivering an engaging blend of the familiar and the exotic. Children and adults alike will delight in exploring ancient monuments, sampling diverse cuisine, and discovering the pulse of modern China.

The unique selling point of this trip is its family-friendly design: a thoughtfully paced, all-ages exploration that ensures everyone enjoys unforgettable sights and experiences together.

day 1 - Arrive in Beijing & group meeting

Ni Hao! Welcome to Beijing, the capital of China, that offers plenty of sites and attractions that give an insight into Chinese ancient history as well as contemporary culture.

Your holiday begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm where you'll meet your tour guide and fellow travelers. We will collect/check your passport, insurance and next of kin information at the group meeting, please have these on hand.

After the meeting maybe head out to explore the streets of Beijing. A walk in any direction will unveil all sorts of wonderful surprises. Perhaps kick off your China vacation with a taste of an iconic dish—Peking duck.

Accommodation:3 Star Hotel at Beijing Chongwenmen Hotel

day 2 - Beijing sightseeing

Today you’ll explore two of the most popular sights in Beijing on foot and using public transport. While this can be crowded, it's the best way to immerse yourself in the local culture.

First, make your way to the centre of the city —Tiananmen Square, the symbolic centre of Chinese power. Framed by the Gate of Heavenly Peace with its Mao portrait, Mao's Mausoleum, the Great Hall of the People, the National Museum, and with elaborate flag raising and lowering ceremonies at dawn and dusk, it's a place of pilgrimage for the Chinese tourists who consider it the heart of their nation. From here you will enter the enormous Forbidden City. Built more than 500 years ago and off limits to commoners for almost all that time, the Forbidden City looks much like it always has.

As you explore the great halls and courtyards you’ll be able appreciate the might and grandeur of the Imperial Chinese court during the height of its power in the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Enjoy a free evening to either relax or explore further.

NOTE: Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City are the number one attractions in the whole country for local travelers and as such can get very crowded with tour groups.

Accommodation:3 Star Hotel at Beijing Chongwenmen Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 3 - Beijing Great Wall trip and Xi’an transfer

This morning you’ll take a private bus to visit Mutianyu Great Wall (around two hours) and spend some time exploring, taking photos and learning the history of this mighty site.

An incredible piece of engineering, the wall stretches 6,000 kilometers west from the mountain ridges north of Beijing. It was originally constructed to protect Chinese empires from nomadic northern tribes, and even though it failed in this purpose, it's still one of the country's most remarkable achievements and an iconic destination.

The walk is generally on the restored section of the wall, but this still means walking on steep, uneven terrain with multiple steps, so reasonable fitness and comfortable shoes are needed. The walk is approximately five kilometres and will take nearly two hours depending on your level of fitness. You can choose how you access the wall, with options including cable car, chairlift or even toboggan to come down (at your own expense).

After the trip, return to Beijing by private bus. This evening you will catch an overnight train to Xi’an.

Accommodation:Overnight Sleeper Train Other

Meals:Breakfast

day 4 - Xi'an arrival and sightseeing

You will arrive at Xi’an train station around 9am. Take a private transfer straight to your hotel and settle down. Later join your leader on a short walking tour to uncover what was once the start of the ancient trading route of the Silk Road. The city has a wonderful Muslim Quarter, and you’ll wander the narrow streets past shops, lively markets, and groups of white-bearded men in skull caps sipping tea in cafes.

See the walls and gates, the most complete in China, running over 13 kilometers (8 miles) around the city. Xi’an’s Silk Road history boasts an exciting mixture of cultures, exemplified by its food options, which range from delicious Muslim fare to great little dumplings in Chinese restaurants.

Maybe choose to visit the Bell and Drum Towers, the former built (according to legend) to restrain the dragons that were causing earthquakes, the latter is (unsurprisingly) full of drums, once used to mark time and warn in emergencies. Or visit the night markets and try many of the tantalizing local specialties such as Pao mo (lamb broth that you break flat bread into), hand pulled noodles, hot pot and barbecue.

Accommodation:4 Star Hotel at Xi'an Bell Tower Hotel

day 5 - Terracotta Warriors tour in Xi'an

Today we will travel by privater transport (around two hours) to visit what is undoubtedly one of the fineset man-made wonders of the world—the Terracotta Warriors. You’ll learn all about this incredible archaeological find, discovered in 1976 by farmers digging a well.

These clay statues of soldiers, horses and chariots (originally all painted) were commissioned by the emperor Qin Shi Huangdi as part of his mausoleum after he ascended to the throne in 264 BC. Three main pits are open for you to view, where just under 2000 of the warriors—each individually sculpted from clay and with a different costume, height, and even facial expressions—stand in battle formation.

In the evening, enjoy a free time exploring Xi’an.

Accommodation:4 Star Hotel at Xi'an Bell Tower Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 6 - Xi’an to Chengdu & walking tour

In the morning, you will catch a high-speed train from Xi’an to Chengdu (approximately three hours). After arrival, check in to your hotel and settle down before exploring Chengdu.

Chengdu has a very casual vibe. Here is where locals value life more than work (that's how it should be, right?), so mahjong and tea are two of the most crucial elements in their life.

Go on a walking tour with your leader to downtown Tianfu Square where a giant statue of Chairman Mao overlooks his people. Continue to the lively People's Park and sit down in a tea house for a sip of tea, taking advantage of the other services on offer like ear cleaning and massages. Chengdu was listed in 2010 as a gourmet capital by Unesco, so why not give the local delicacies a go?

Accommodation:5 Star Hotel at Chengdu Dorsett Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 7 - Visit panda breeding center in Chengdu

Prepare for the fuzzies this morning as you get up close with the adorable pandas at the Panda Breeding Centre in Chengdu. Learn about the conservation efforts being made to repopulate this ancient species. And of course you'll see them being fed, playing, sleeping or just being plain cute in their playgrounds. Enjoy some more downtime in the afternoon, maybe checking out the hip Kuanzhai Lane or searching for some spicy Chengdu snacks on Jinli Street.

Accommodation:5 Star Hotel at Chengdu Dorsett Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 8 - Chengdu to Yangshuo & walking tour

This morning you’ll catch a fast train from Chengdu to Yangshuo. After arrival at Yangshuo station, transfer to your hotel and settle down.

Surrounded by limestone karsts, Yangshuo is super popular with both international and domestic tourists, which isn't a bad thing if you're into your cafes and bars. It's one of the best places in the country to get a feel for local culture and traditions while having plenty of fun at the same time.

Take a walk through the town with your leader on arrival and head down to the Li River to get a feel for a landscape immortalised in plenty of Chinese paintings.

Accommodation:4 Star Hotel at Yangshuo New Century Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 9 - Yangshuo countryside tour

The dramatic countryside surrounding Yangshuo is best seen on a cruise (optional tour) down the Li River. Float past limestone monoliths, rice paddies, and water buffaloes drinking at the river's edge.

For those feeling active, why not jump on a bike and explore the splendid green surrounds and nearby villages or perhaps participate in a peaceful Tai chi session. Enjoy a guided walk through a local market before visiting a converted country house to learn to cook local specialties.

Accommodation:4 Star Hotel at Yangshuo New Century Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 10 - Yangshuo leisure day

Start your morning learning tai chi or kung fu from masters. Today is a leisure day in Yangshuo and you are free to do whatever you please. We also have optional activities lined up for you, such as tea picking, preparing and drinking session at the Seven Fairies Peak Tea Plantation; mountaineering

A great optional activity for the day what is Pick tea leaves, tea making, drink tea and listen to the rhyme leisurely at the Seven Fairies Peak tea plantation; hiking Xianggong Hill and viewing Li River; and discovering the mystery of the ancient stone village.

Accommodation:4 Star Hotel at Yangshuo New Century Hotel

Meals:Breakfast

day 11 - Yangshuo to Hong Kong & walking tour

Today you leave Yangshuo and continue your journey to the final stop, Hong Kong. You'll be transferred to Guilin from where you will board a high-speed train to Hong Kong.

The journey will take little over three hours. Once you arrive in Hong Kong, head to your centrally located hotel. Once you have checked in, go on a walking tour of the city. Maybe check out the Temple Street night market or the light show at Victoria Harbour. Celebrate your final night with the group in this awesome city.

Accommodation:4 Star Hotel at Hong Kong Metropark Hotel Kowloon

Meals:Breakfast

day 12 - Hong Kong departure

Your China holiday comes to an end this morning. There are no activities on the final day and you are free to leave your accommodation at any time.

NOTE: The check out time is normally is 12pm. If you have booked an airport transfer, please confirm the pick up time with your tour leader in advance. If you wish to leave a few days later, we'll be happy to arrange accommodations and tours in Hong Kong for you.

Meals:Breakfast

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10 BreakfastsHotel (10 nights), Overnight Soft Sleeper Train (1 night)All transportation during the tour is includedBeijing Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City TourPrivate bus and entrance tickets for excursions to Mutianyu Great WallXi’an Bell and Drum Tower, Muslim Street, Ming Dynasty City Wall TourXi’an Terracotta Warriors TourChengdu Tianfu Square & People’s Park TourPrivate bus and entrance tickets for excursions to the Giant Panda Breeding CenterYangshuo Countryside Cycling TourYangshuo Taichi or Kungfu LessonHong Kong Victoria Harbour & its lights show

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