PERFECT FOR:
- Families and Active Travelers
- Nature & Animal Lovers
- History & Architecture Buffs
- Leisure & Relaxation
- First time and returning travelers to China
A Private China Family Tour – Beijing, Chengdu, Guilin, Shanghai
14 Days / 12 Nights – Tour Code (CFB) – Daily departure
Designed specifically for families, this action-packed journey to China combines culture, history and great family fun to bring you the holiday experience of a lifetime! This meticulous planned itinerary features two of China’s greatest ancient capitals, a visit to the world-renowned Panda Research & Breeding Center in Chengdu, and touching down on one the planet’s top entertainment Meccas.
Your introduction to China begins in Beijing, where the opportunity of a glimpse into China’s magnificent three thousand year history awaits. You will visit legendary landmarks such as The Forbidden City, Ming Tombs, The Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, and of course, the Great Wall of China — all with the convenience and comfort of China’s modern day infrastructure, personalized service and superb accommodations. A short flight then takes you to Xian, the beautiful ancient capital for over 1,000 years of 13 dynasties, and home of the legendary Terracotta Warriors – an archaeological gem that has inspired millions from across the globe.
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!
TOUR INCLUDES:
- Roundtrip Economy Class air via Cathay Pacific Airways from USA
- All China Domestic Airfares
- 12 nights hotel accommodations per itinerary
- Hotel Breakfasts Daily
- Other lunches & dinners per itinerary
- Private Tour: Sightseeing and transfers by private car, driver and professional guides
BEIJING (4 nights)
- 4 nights at Park Plaza Beijing (Superior) | The Regent Beijing (Deluxe)
- Extensive City Sightseeing per itinerary
- Mutianyu Great Wall Trek with cable car and Toboggan Rides
- Peking Duck Dinner & “Legends of Kung Fu” Show
CHENGDU (2 nights)
- 2 nights at Sofitel Chengdu (Superior) OR Chengdu Shangri-la (Deluxe)
- Panda Care Program at Panda Breeding & Research Center at Dujianyan & excursion to Mt. Qingcheng
- Chengdu City Tour
GUILIN & YANGSHUO (3 nights)
- 2 nights at Shangri-la Guilin (Superior / Deluxe*)
- 1 night at Green Lotus Hotel OR Amari Hotel in Yangshuo (Superior / Deluxe*)
- Private Guilin Tour with Cormorant Fishing Excursion
- Li River Cruise, Hiking and countryside tour by Bicycle in Yangshuo
SHANGHAI (3 nights)
- 3 nights at New World Shanghai Hotel (Superior) | Hyatt-on-the-Bund (Deluxe)
- Full day private sightseeing Old Town & its Yu Garden, Tianzifang Art District, The Bund, Shanghai Museum & Urban Planning Exhibition Center
- Evening Shanghai Acrobatics Show
*Deluxe package features deluxe river view room at Shangri-la Guilin and Green Lotus Hotel, and deluxe room at Amari Yangsuo.
Day 1 Depart North America
Depart USA for Beijing via Cathay Pacific Airways, connecting in Hong Kong.
Day 2 Arrive Beijing
Upon arrival and after clearing customs, be met and transferred to your hotel for your next 4 nights’ accommodations.
Day 3 Beijing
This morning, enjoy a city tour of Beijing with visits to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven. Lunch is served at a local restaurant. Afternoon at leisure. This evening, enjoy a Peking Duck dinner followed by the breath-taking “Legends of Kung Fu” Performance. (B,L,D)
Day 4 Beijing
Today, travel outside Beijing’s hustle and bustle to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Mutianyu is one of the best-preserved and best-known Great Wall sections comprised of 23 watch towers and spanning 3.5 miles. Enjoy a light hike with breathtaking views of the remote countryside, followed by an exhilarating toboggan ride back to the base. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Beijing for a tour of the Old Quarters (Hutongs) by Rickshaw. (B,L)
Day 5 Beijing
This morning, visit the Lamma Temple. Built initially in 1694 during the Qing Dynasty, it is considered to be the largest and most perfectly preserved lamasery in present-day China. Continue to Summer Palace, a lavish royal garden built in 1750 to commemorate the birthday of Emperor Qianlong’s mother. Return to Beijing in the afternoon and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure to relax and explore Beijing on your own. (B)
Day 6 Beijing / Chengdu
Transfer to the airport for your morning flight to Chengdu. Upon arrival, enjoy a city tour of Chengdu visiting People’s Park, followed by Jin Li Street for a stroll through its colorful cobblestone marketplace lined with shops, tea houses and restaurants. Check-in to your hotel for your overnight accommodations. (B)
Day 7 Chengdu (Panda Breeding & Research Center)
Enjoy a morning tour of the Panda Research & Breeding Center at Dujianyan. Also known as the “Panda Base,” it was specially designed to imitate the pandas’ natural habitat, making it suitable for breeding. Covering an area of 92 acres, the Center cares also for other rare and endangered wild animals, including lesser pandas, black-necked cranes and white storks. In addition, over 20 species of rare animals are fed and bred there throughout the year. Take part in the Panda Care program to get some hands-on experience caring for the Pandas and preparing their habitat. After lunch, continue to Mt. Qingcheng, one of the cradles of Taoism and a famous summer retreat where a number of Taoist temples are nestled amid the ranges of hills and lush forests. (B,L)
***Note: Panda Care program is subject to closure/availability by the Panda Center, and can be suspended with little to no notice by government authorities.
Day 8 Chengdu / Guilin
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Guilin. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Dinner and overnight at your hotel. (B,D)
Day 9 Guilin
This morning, enjoy a full day of sightseeing in the beautiful city of Guilin. Visits include Elephant Trunk Hill, Reed Flute Cave and Fubo Hill. This evening, enjoy a fascinating Cormorant fishing boat tour along the Li River. (B,L)
Day 10 Li River Cruise / Yangshuo
Today’s tour takes you on a cruise down the majestic Li River to the charming, western-inspired artisan village of Yangshuo. Upon arrival, enjoy a leisurely bike ride, passing through local farms and villages in and around Yangshuo’s magical countryside. An enchanting evening awaits in the bustling little village of Yangshuo. (B,L)
Day 11 Guilin / Shanghai
Morning at leisure. Transfer to the airport for your afternoon flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, be met and transferred to your hotel for your next 3 nights’ accommodations. (B)
Day 12 Shanghai
Full-day city sightseeing of Shanghai features the Old Town and its Yu Garden, Urban Planning & Exhibition Center, the Bund, Shanghai Museum and the art district of Tianzifang. Famed for its Old Shanghai Shikumen houses, Tianzifang offers a laid back atmosphere with cobbled streets lined with art galleries, cafes and restaurants. You’ll also visit Shanghai Tower, China’s tallest skyscraper overlooking the city at 128 stories above the Huangpu River. Lunch is served at a local restaurant. This evening, enjoy a breathtaking Shanghai Acrobatics Performance. (B,L)
Day 13 Shanghai
Full day free at leisure to relax, eat, shop and explore Shanghai on your own. (B)
Day 14 Return Home
Transfer to the airport by MavLev Train, the word’s fastest train with speeds of 430 km/h for your flight home. (B)
| 2021/22 Price Chart (Prices valid through March 31, 2022) | |||||
| Daily Departure | Land Only | West Coast | East Coast | Single Supplement | |
| Jan. – Feb. ’21 | S | 4,345 | 5,395 | 5,495 | 975 |
| D | 4,875 | 5,925 | 6,025 | 1,425 | |
| March | S | 4,425 | 5,475 | 5,575 | 1,025 |
| D | 4,995 | 6,045 | 6,145 | 1,525 | |
| April – May* | S | 4,475 | 5,525 | 5,625 | 1,095 |
| D | 5,075 | 6,125 | 6,225 | 1,625 | |
| June | S | 4,425 | 5,925 | 6,125 | 1,025 |
| D | 4,935 | 6,435 | 6,535 | 1,495 | |
| Jul. – Aug. | S | 4,385 | 5,885 | 6,085 | 1,025 |
| D | 4,975 | 6,475 | 6,575 | 1,525 | |
| Sept. – Nov. | S | 4,475 | 5,525 | 5,625 | 1,095 |
| D | 5,075 | 6,125 | 6,225 | 1,625 | |
| December** | S | 4,245 | 5,395 | 5,495 | 975 |
| D | 4,875 | 5,925 | 6,025 | 1,425 | |
| Jan. – Feb. ’22 | S | 4,245 | 5,395 | 5,495 | 975 |
| D | 4,875 | 5,925 | 6,025 | 1,425 | |
| March ’22 | S | 4,425 | 5,475 | 5,575 | 1,025 |
| D | 4,995 | 6,045 | 6,145 | 1,525 | |
| Tour Requires minimum of 2 passengers to operate | |||||
S = Superior | D = Deluxe West Coast: LAX/SFO/SEA East Coast: JFK/EWR/BOS/IAD/ORD | |||||
- Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
- Price includes all entrance fees, domestic air taxes, hotel taxes & service charges
- Price excludes personal expenses, beverages, gratuities to guides and drivers
- For Air & Land Option
- U.S. & Foreign departure taxes, fees and fuel surcharges are not included (Approx. $200- subject to change)
- When Trans-Pacific travel takes place on a weekend (Fri-Sun), add $50 per person each direction
- *June rates apply for departures between May 24-31 (due to peak season airfares)
- **A supplement of $500 (SFO/LAX) | $600 (NYC/CHI/BOS) applies for departures between December 10 – 31
- Land-only price includes China Domestic Airfares
- Holiday surcharges applies for stays in Hong Kong during Dec. 24 – Jan. 05
- China visa required for entry. Not included in package. Passport must NOT expire within 6 months from end of trip.
- All flights, hotels and land services are subject to availability at time of reservation
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Panda Care Experience
- Great Wall Trek & Toboggan Ride
- “Legends of Kung Fu” Show
- Li River Cruise, Hiking & Biking in Yangshuo
- Shanghai Tower, Acrobatics & MagLev Train Ride
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$5,395
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Beijing – The Regent Hotel
Chengdu – Shangri-La Hotel
Yangshuo – The Green Lotus Hotel
Beijing – Park Plaza Hotel
Guilin – Shangri-La Hotel
Shanghai – New World Hotel
Chengdu – Sofitel Wanda Hotel
Yangshuo – The Amari Hotel
Shanghai – Hyatt on the Bund
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