Classic China Family Tour with Panda Care Program

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Tour Code: ODY-CN-2452

Destination:Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu, Shanghai

Duration

10 Days

Tour Type

Private & Bespoke

Tour Style

Classic

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About This Trip

Discover the enchantment of China's treasures, including adorable pandas, in a captivating family journey! Dive into Beijing's history at Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Conquer the Great Wall's majestic ramparts and unravel the mysteries of Xi'an's Terracotta Army. Delight in a panda volunteer program in Chengdu and indulge in Shanghai's bustling cityscape. The icing on the cake is the Chinese calligraphy experience, tea-tasting among the locals, and dim-sum sampling dotted around.

Itinerary Summary

DAY PLACE HIGHLIGHTS
1 - 3 Beijing Tiananmen Square, Tai Chi Class, Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City
4 - 6 Xi'an Terracotta Army & Bronze Chariots, Shadow Puppet Show, Calligraphy Class, Muslim Quarter, Drum Tower
7 - 8 Chengdu Volunteer Program at Dujiangyan Panda Base, Wenshu Monastery, Jinli Old Street, Chengdu Museum
9 - 10 Shanghai The Bund, Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center, Fuxing Park
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Day 1: Beijing, Arrival

Welcome to Beijing! Upon arrival, your guide eagerly awaiting you at the exit will assist you and your families with worry-free transfer to your well-selected accommodation.

Note: Alternatively, you may choose to enter China from Shanghai. Please kindly contact your personal travel consultant for the possibility before your tour.

Beijing

Day 2: Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City

Start your city's adventure at Tiananmen Square. As the sun rises, the Five-Starred Red Flag rises here every morning. If you wish, take your kids here before sunrise to witness a majestic flag-raising ceremony and the Chinese people's worship of their national flag.

Near it, admire the magnificent Forbidden City, a sprawling royal palace complex, be immersed in legendary tales of royal families, and learn many architectural art details. Behind it, hike up the Wanchun Pavilion in Jingshan Park to enjoy a panoramic view of the Forbidden City and a full sight of Beijing's central axis.

In the evening, treat yourselves to an authentic Peking Duck dinner, with the chef expertly carving the roasted duck into thin slices on-site. Take a piece of the tender duck, wrap it in a delicate pancake with some scallions, cucumber strips, and endemic tangy sauce, and let it excite your taste buds.

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Beijing

Day 3: Great Wall Adventure

Today, take your family to challenge one of history's greatest military defense projects, the Great Wall.

Arrive at the Mutianyu section after a two-hour drive and ride the cable car up, enjoying the stunning views as the Great Wall winds and traces rolling mountains with its distinctive contours. With hundreds of majestic passes and thousands of watchtowers, the rampart breaks its monotony and invites exploration. Walking on it with your loved ones, feel the serenity away from the city's hustle and bustle.

The rest of the day after returning is yours. Why not take the chance to do an optional tour of the Liyuan Theatre and enjoy a Peking Opera performance featuring elaborate costumes, expressive makeup, powerful vocals, and heroic stories?

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Beijing

Day 4: Temple of Heaven & Flight to Xi'an

Start the day by visiting the Temple of Heaven, a masterpiece of Ming dynasty architecture. In the spacious park around it, enjoy the leisurely sight of people carrying bird cages and listen to the soothing sounds of someone playing the erhu. Participate in a Tai Chi class together, where everyone can learn the graceful movements of this traditional martial art. Watch as your children try to mimic the fluid motions, their laughter mingling with the serene surroundings.

Following lunch, take a relaxing tour of the hutongs, traversing the narrow alleys on a rickshaw and indulging in the distinctive ambiance of old Beijing, creating unforgettable memories for your whole family.

Later, take a two-hour flight to Xi'an. We suggest departing from Daxing Airport, so you can spend some time exploring its elegant architecture blending traditional Chinese culture with modern technology.

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Xi'an

Day 5: Terracotta Army, Bronze Chariots & Muslim Quarter

Begin the journey to the Museum of the Terracotta Army, where the awe-inspiring "Eighth Wonder of the World" stands before you. Each of the thousands of soldiers has a unique face and posture. In the front are crossbowmen, followed by heavily armored warriors and hundreds of chariots, all guarding the ancient Emperor Qin Shi Huang.

Continue to marvel at the exquisite Bronze Chariots, renowned for their complete structures, luxurious decorations, and intricate carvings, which showcase the exceptional craftsmanship of Qin dynasty artisans, accurately reproducing the emperor's imperial carriage.

Return to the city and explore the bustling Muslim Quarter, filled with local snack stalls and craft shops offering a delightful array of local treats and handmade goods.

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Xi'an

Day 6: Xi'an - Chengdu

Today's first stop is the Drum Tower, where you can listen to a mesmerizing performance of ancient bell and drum music. Then, at the Gao's Courtyard, enjoy a captivating Shadow Puppet Show, with skilled puppeteers bringing traditional stories to life with intricate shadow play, and join a Calligraphy Class, practicing brush strokes and creating your piece of calligraphic work.

Afterward, board a high-speed train for a scenic journey to Chengdu, which takes approximately four hours. During the trip, relax and enjoy the changing landscapes outside the window.

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Chengdu

Day 7: Dujiangyan Panda Base & Jinli Old Street

Spend a jolly day at the Dujiangyan Panda Base, a natural reserve about 76 kilometers from Chengdu dedicated to raising and caring for adorable pandas, where you can witness pandas playing - some climbing trees while others lazily munching on bamboo leaves.

The volunteer activity officially begins at 8:30 am. Under teacher guidance, clean enclosures, collect feces, add bamboo and observe panda behaviors. Watch feeding demonstrations and behavioral training. Also here, dive into hands-on activities that the entire family will enjoy. Create large panda toys or simple crafts like painting pandas on blank fans or lanterns. The kids will revel in the creative fun and make their panda-themed souvenirs. Additionally, you can prepare bamboo snacks for the pandas.

After that, be escorted back to Chengdu to enjoy leisure time on Jinli Old Street, lined with food stalls offering a variety of snacks like tofu pudding, crispy beef pancakes, and spicy chicken skewers. Watch traditional Chengdu artisans blowing sugar figures and molding dough figurines at work.

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Chengdu

Day 8: Chengdu Museum & Wenshu Monastery, Chengdu - Shanghai

In the morning, delve into the family-friendly Chengdu Museum. Here, interactive displays bring traditional folk customs to life. Visit Wenshu Monastery, a Tibetan Buddhist sanctuary with ornate eaves and wind-chiming bells, observe the many candles burning in the incense burners, and join the locals at an open-air teahouse to sample Chengdu people's laidback life.

In the afternoon, board a flight to your next destination, the cosmopolitan Shanghai.

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Shanghai

Day 9: Explore Shanghai's Highlights

Your city exploration starts from the Bund, where you can take in its stunning skyline and enjoy a leisurely walk along the historic waterfront. Next, head to the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center to discover the city's impressive development and plans in interactive displays and models.

Relax at Fuxing Park amid lush gardens, watch locals practicing Tai Chi, and perhaps join in a chess playing. Explore the charming neighborhood of Bugaoli, with its unique blend of Western and Chinese architecture. Discover the local life at Sipailou Market and try a variety of street snacks like dumplings, scallion pancakes, and steamed buns.

Conclude the day by ascending to the observation deck of Shanghai Tower - the second tallest building in the world, and capturing a breathtaking panoramic view of the city and memorable photos.

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Shanghai

Day 10: Shanghai - Exit

It's time to say goodbye. Enjoy some free time to pack your luggage and gather your belongings. Once you are ready, the guide and driver will meet you at the hotel and assist with your departure. They will ensure a smooth transfer to the airport, where you can catch your flight home or to your next destination.

Safe travels, and we hope to see you again soon!

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Shanghai

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Richee Family Adventures

05 Aug 2025

Second Honeymoon My wife and I celebrated our 20th anniversary by spending a few weeks touring around Asia. We loved how Odynovo worked with us to craft a tour of what we wanted to see and how we wanted to see it. This was our first time traveling with a private tour guide, and it was truly amazing. they took care of all transportation, tickets, and everywhere we went we had someone who not only spoke our language, but was also very well-versed in the places we were visiting. We saw Beijing and then took a bullet train to Xi'an. In both cities we had tour guides who had done this "a thousand times," and as a result knew all the tricks on where to take the best pictures, what lines to stand in, where to eat, and what not to waste your time seeing. At one point our guide pulled out ponchos from her backpack when it started to rain, while another helped us haggle for a good price on a new suitcase. We were surprised by how much we loved China, and it is safe to say that is because of the quality of service we got from Odynovo. Oh, and the hotels were great, too! In our first hotel my wife fell in love with her breakfast soup that she had to have every morning, while in Xi'an we were right around the corner from the Muslim Night Market and were able to get to it in less than 5 minutes of walking.We are already looking to see what tours we will be doing next through Odynovo, as the service was amazing, the quality was remarkable, and the cost was very worth it for what we received.
Shannon V

05 Aug 2025

Fabulous! We had a fabulous experience with our guide and Odynovo walking the Great Wall of China, and all other sites in Beijing. We loved our Peking duck dinner. It was fabulous. Thank you, Sammie/Jing for a great experience.
domotic d

05 Aug 2025

Beijing Beauty It started off with a friendly face at the airport, with Roy, our tour guide.The week has been such a pleasure and a treat. From adventures to The Great Wall, Temple of Heaven and the Forbidden City, to local markets, delicious Beijing food and roof top tea houses.Roy and our driver, Mr. Zhou, were prompt in picking us up and driving us around safely.The knowledge and fact about history and Beijing that Roy knows and explains is amazing and the fact he could answer my weird and inquisitive history questionsnwoth ease was a treat.He made it so easy to enjoy ourselves and absorb all that was around us, he even takes great photos too! 😊Polite, kind and thoughtful and ever patient in letting us take our time with things that interested us.I would highly recommend this tour and Roy again and again.
Zarah B

05 Aug 2025

Amazing travel experience My name is Zarah M. Babangida a Nigerian and i visited Beijing with my colleagues from the office. During our 5 day stay in Beijing, Ms. Eva Ma, was our Tour guide and from the minute we came through the Arrival Gate of the Airport, we were embraced by her alluring smile and warm welcome. She remained consistent with her warmth, a kind and intelligent professional who exuded unique passion not just for her job as a tour guide but, even more so as a proud Chinese woman. Her outstanding insight and knowledge of the sweet Chinese history and heritage left us in awe. I couldn't be more proud and thankful that she was assigned to our group and she made our stay exciting, fun-filled effortless and knowledge packed. I absolutely commend her dedication to work which she depicted throughout our stay. I recommend her to every visiting tourist because to know Eva, is to love her. If it were up to me, i will increase her bonuses or upgrade her salary as i am sure most tourists would want or revisit for her sake first and then perhaps other reasons.Thank you Eva and keep the passion up🙌.

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