Family China Journey

14 daysBeijing

Why you will love this trip

Traveling through China with children is not about seeing as many attractions as possible. This family journey is designed around participation, discovery and time to rest. Dress like an emperor in Beijing, explore the Great Wall, create your own Terracotta Warrior in Xi’an and get closer to pandas in Chengdu. Continue to Chongqing for a mountain-city night walk, then finish in Shanghai with a family day at either Shanghai Disneyland or LEGOLAND. Comfortable business-vehicle transfers, complimentary child seats, generous rest breaks and dedicated meal time help keep the journey relaxed for the whole family.

Highlights

  1. 1Dress like an emperor and explore Beijing’s imperial heritage
  2. 2Create a Terracotta Warrior and meet Chengdu’s giant pandas
  3. 3Experience Chongqing’s mountain city and cyberpunk night lights
  4. 4Choose a family day at Shanghai Disneyland or LEGOLAND

Itinerary

Written by the planner who runs this trip. Days marked with meals and where you sleep, so you can see what is actually arranged.

Meeting point · Beijing airport or railway station pickup on arrival. Exact meeting details will be confirmed before travel.

  1. Day 1

    Arrive in Beijing and transfer to your hotel in a comfortable business vehicle. The rest of the day is kept free for the family to settle in, rest and adjust to the new surroundings.

    Included
    • Beijing airport or railway station pickup
    • Business vehicle transfer to the hotel
    • Complimentary child seat
    • Hotel check-in assistance where required
    Optional
    • No additional optional activity specified
    The first day is intentionally light, with time reserved for rest and meals after arrival. Child seats should be requested with the booking details.
  2. Day 2

    Visit the Forbidden City and introduce children to the stories, spaces and traditions of China’s imperial court. Continue to the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube for exterior views of Beijing’s Olympic landmarks.

    Included
    • Forbidden City visit
    • Bird’s Nest exterior view
    • Water Cube exterior view
    • Private English-speaking guide service
    • Entrance tickets for the included attractions
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • Traditional costume experience at the Forbidden City
    • Chinese acrobatics performance
    • Beijing food experience
    The day includes walking across large palace grounds. The Forbidden City may require advance reservations and traveler identity information.
  3. Day 3

    Spend the day at Mutianyu Great Wall, where mountain scenery and a cable car option make the experience easier to enjoy as a family. Allow time for walking, photography and breaks rather than trying to cover every section of the wall.

    Included
    • Mutianyu Great Wall day trip
    • Cable car at Mutianyu
    • Private English-speaking guide service
    • Entrance tickets for the included attractions
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • Great Wall slide experience
    The Great Wall includes steps and uneven surfaces. The walking pace can be adjusted for children and older family members. The slide experience is optional and subject to operating conditions.
  4. Day 4

    Take a high-speed train from Beijing to Xi’an with station transfers arranged at both ends. After arriving, settle into Xi’an and choose an optional Tang-style banquet or a Tang-style costume photography experience in the city.

    Included
    • High-speed rail journey from Beijing to Xi’an
    • Arrival and departure railway station transfers
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • Tang-style palace banquet
    • Tang-style costume and photography experience in Datang Everbright City
    Train schedules depend on the selected service. Evening experiences depend on the arrival time, performance schedule and availability.
  5. Day 5

    Travel by private vehicle to the Terracotta Warriors and introduce children to the story of Qin Shi Huang’s ancient army. The visit combines archaeology, history and visual discovery, with time for a family-friendly pace.

    Included
    • Private vehicle for the Terracotta Warriors visit
    • Terracotta Warriors visit
    • Private English-speaking guide service
    • Entrance tickets for the included attractions
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • Terracotta Warrior DIY or replica-making experience
    • Xi’an City Wall cycling
    The museum and archaeological areas involve walking. The DIY experience and cycling activity are optional and should be arranged according to the children’s age and comfort.
  6. Day 6

    Enjoy a free day in Xi’an before taking a train to Chengdu in the evening. The flexible daytime schedule allows the family to rest, explore at an easy pace or add a hands-on cultural experience.

    Included
    • Free time in Xi’an
    • High-speed rail journey from Xi’an to Chengdu
    • Arrival and departure railway station transfers
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • Chinese calligraphy experience
    • Chinese shadow-puppetry experience
    The evening train schedule determines the available time for optional activities. Rest and meal breaks can be arranged around the family’s needs.
  7. Day 7

    Meet a panda keeper and discover how giant pandas are cared for in Chengdu. In the evening, enjoy a Sichuan Opera face-changing performance, combining local performance traditions with a family-friendly cultural experience.

    Included
    • Panda keeper experience
    • Sichuan Opera face-changing performance
    • Private English-speaking guide service
    • Entrance tickets for the included attractions
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • Jinjiang River night cruise
    • Chengdu food night tour
    Panda keeper programs are subject to age, health, safety and operating requirements. Performance schedules and access arrangements should be confirmed before booking.
  8. Day 8

    Enjoy free time in Chengdu before taking a train to Chongqing. After arrival, explore Chongqing’s layered streets, neon-lit riverside views and mountain-city atmosphere on an evening cyberpunk-style night walk.

    Included
    • Free time in Chengdu
    • High-speed rail journey from Chengdu to Chongqing
    • Arrival and departure railway station transfers
    • Chongqing night walk
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • Dujiangyan day trip
    The optional Dujiangyan visit must fit the evening train schedule. Chongqing includes hills, steps and changing street levels, so the walking pace can be adjusted for the family.
  9. Day 9

    Explore Chongqing’s mountain-city landscape through its urban viewpoints, layered neighborhoods and distinctive transport experience. The day is designed to show children how the city’s hills, rivers, bridges and monorails shape everyday life.

    Included
    • Chongqing city highlights tour
    • Mountain-city transportation experience
    • Private English-speaking guide service
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • No additional optional activity specified
    The route may involve public transport, stairs, hills and busy urban areas. The final route can be adjusted according to the family’s pace.
  10. Day 10

    Travel from Chongqing to Wulong Karst Scenic Area and explore its dramatic bridges, gorges and mountain formations. The landscape offers a memorable outdoor day for the family, with time for scenic viewpoints and rest breaks.

    Included
    • Wulong Karst Scenic Area visit
    • Private English-speaking guide service
    • Entrance tickets for the included attractions
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • Pipa Yuan hotpot experience
    Wulong is a full-day excursion with road travel and walking. Some areas include steps, bridges and uneven paths. The hotpot experience is optional.
  11. Day 11

    Fly from Chongqing to Shanghai and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for the family to rest or begin exploring the city at an easy pace.

    Included
    • Domestic flight from Chongqing to Shanghai
    • Arrival and departure airport transfers
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • Huangpu River night cruise
    The optional cruise depends on your arrival time, weather and operating schedule.
  12. Day 12

    Enjoy a flexible day in Shanghai with time for the family to rest, explore local streets or choose a relaxed food-focused activity. The day can be kept light before the theme-park experience.

    Included
    • Free time in Shanghai
    Optional
    • Shanghai city walk
    • Shanghai food exploration and dumpling-making experience
    Optional activities can be adjusted to the children’s age, interests and energy level. Reserve enough time for rest and meals.
  13. Day 13

    Choose one family theme-park experience: Shanghai Disneyland or LEGOLAND Shanghai. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, while theme-park admission tickets and guide service are not included.

    Included
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off service for the designated theme-park day
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • Option A: Shanghai Disneyland day trip
    • Option B: LEGOLAND Shanghai day trip
    Choose one theme park in advance. Theme-park admission tickets, guide service and meals inside the park are not included.
  14. Day 14

    Enjoy a relaxed final morning before your transfer to Shanghai airport. Pickup time will be arranged according to your confirmed flight details.

    Included
    • Departure transfer to Shanghai airport
    • Business vehicle service
    • Complimentary child seat
    Optional
    • No additional optional activity specified
    Please confirm your flight details and pickup time before travel.

What is included

In the price

  • 13 nights in 4-star hotels
  • Arrival and departure airport, railway station and hotel transfers in each destination
  • High-speed rail and domestic flight services listed in the itinerary
  • Comfortable business-vehicle service
  • Complimentary child seat
  • Sufficient rest breaks and dedicated meal time throughout the itinerary
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off service for the designated theme-park day
  • Private English-speaking guide service on scheduled guided days
  • Entrance tickets for the included attractions

Not included

  • International flights
  • China visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals unless specifically stated
  • Cost of optional activities
  • Shanghai Disneyland or LEGOLAND admission tickets
  • Theme-park guide service
  • Meals inside the theme parks

Before you book

The practical things worth knowing before you commit.

  • This journey is designed around participation, rest and family-friendly pacing rather than visiting the maximum number of attractions
  • Comfortable business vehicles, complimentary child seats, regular rest breaks and dedicated meal time are included throughout the itinerary
  • The Day 13 theme-park choice must be confirmed in advance; admission tickets and guide service are not included
  • Panda keeper programs, performances, high-speed rail services and attraction visits are subject to age requirements, schedules and availability
  • The Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, Wulong and urban sightseeing include walking, steps or uneven surfaces; choose activities according to each child’s age and comfort
  • Share children’s ages, dietary requirements and any car-seat needs before booking

Frequently asked questions

Yes. The itinerary combines hands-on cultural experiences, pandas, theme parks, family-friendly sightseeing and regular time for rest and meals.

Yes. A complimentary child seat is provided with the included business-vehicle service. Please provide the child’s age and seat requirements before booking.

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for the designated theme-park day, but admission tickets, guide service and meals inside the park are not included.

Choose one option for Day 13: Shanghai Disneyland or LEGOLAND Shanghai. Confirm your preferred park in advance so the vehicle arrangement can be scheduled.

The experience is subject to age, health, safety and operating requirements. Confirm the children’s ages and eligibility before booking.

The Mutianyu visit includes a cable car, but the Great Wall still involves steps and uneven walking. The route can be taken at a flexible pace with rest breaks.

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Cancellation policy

  • MORE THAN 30 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE — Full refund
  • 15–29 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE — 30% cancellation fee
  • 8–14 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE — 50% cancellation fee
  • WITHIN 7 DAYS OF DEPARTURE OR NO-SHOW — Non-refundable

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