Family Panda & Imperial City · Beijing Chengdu 7 Days
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Family Panda & Imperial City · Beijing Chengdu 7 Days

亲子熊猫与皇城 · 北京成都 7 日

7 daysBeijing · Chengdu4.9 (58)Private guide · English/中文

Travel at your family's pace—early morning entry to the Panda Base, a slide down the Great Wall, a Forbidden City treasure hunt, dumpling and kite-making workshops, all in connecting family rooms with a seamless journey between Beijing and Chengdu.

Tailor-made for families with children aged 5-14: short drives, ample afternoon naps, and hands-on activities every day. In Beijing, enjoy a rickshaw tour through hutongs and a kite-making workshop, take a cable car up and slide down Mutianyu Great Wall, participate in a Forbidden City treasure hunt and a dumpling-making class, and catch an acrobatic show in the evening. Fly to Chengdu for early morning access to the Panda Base, learn to paint Sichuan opera masks, take a kids' kung fu class, and end with a boat ride in People's Park.

Throughout the trip, you'll stay in connecting family rooms with child-friendly meals, accompanied by a private family guide. All attraction tickets and workshop materials are included. The itinerary has been tested and refined by real families, perfect for first-time visitors to China who want to experience both the imperial capital and the pandas.

Tour highlights行程亮点

  • Early morning entry to Panda Base
  • Slide down the Great Wall
  • Dumpling and kite-making workshops
  • Kids' kung fu class
  • Family connecting rooms and children's meals
  • Forbidden City treasure hunt

Day-by-day itinerary每日行程

  1. D1Arrive in Beijing

    Upon arrival in Beijing, our private vehicle will welcome you at the airport before heading to the traditional hutongs for a rickshaw tour, experiencing the old Beijing hutong culture. Next, participate in a kite painting activity to create your own Chinese kite and learn about the history and techniques of this traditional craft. Lunch is recommended to taste local specialties like Beijing zhajiangmian or dumplings. After the afternoon activities, we'll take you to your hotel to rest. Friendly reminder: please wear comfortable walking shoes as hutong tours mostly involve stone-paved paths. It's advisable to book rickshaw tours in advance online to ensure a good experience.

  2. D2Family Great Wall Day

    In the morning, head to Mutianyu Great Wall. Take a cable car to the top and experience the thrill of sliding down, enjoying the magnificent mountain scenery and the winding wall. Comfortable sports shoes are recommended, and it's wise to book tickets online in advance to avoid queues. Lunch can be enjoyed at a nearby farmhouse restaurant for authentic countryside cuisine. Return to the city in the evening for an amazing acrobatic show. Dinner is recommended to try Beijing roast duck or hotpot. The drive from the Great Wall to the city takes about 1.5 hours, so please allow sufficient time. The best time to visit is from 9 AM to 2 PM to avoid peak crowds.

  3. D3Imperial City Treasure Hunt

    In the morning, we'll head to the Forbidden City for a treasure hunt game, exploring the mysteries of this magnificent palace. Children can use fun task cards to find specific buildings and artifacts, learning about ancient Chinese imperial life. It's recommended to book tickets online in advance to avoid tour group peak times. In the afternoon, join a dumpling cooking class to learn how to make this traditional Chinese dish. Under the guidance of a professional chef, the whole family can make dumplings together and enjoy their own creations. The trip from the Forbidden City to the cooking school takes about 20 minutes by taxi.

  4. D4Fly to Chengdu

    In the morning, take a flight from Beijing to Chengdu. After arrival, head to Jinli Ancient Street to taste authentic Sichuan snacks like dan dan noodles, zhong shuijiao, and san da pao. In the afternoon, experience an interactive activity making Sichuan opera masks and learn about this traditional art form. It's recommended to taste authentic Sichuan cuisine in Jinli Street, such as mapo tofu and twice-cooked pork. The taxi ride from the hotel to Jinli Street takes about 20 minutes, and it's about a 10-minute walk from Jinli to the mask workshop. Friendly reminder: Sichuan opera performances are usually in the evening, so please book tickets in advance if you wish to watch one.

  5. D5Panda Base Day

    Early in the morning, head to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding for a keeper talk to observe these precious national treasures up close in their daily lives. The base is densely forested with bamboo and has a tranquil environment, making it the best place to see giant pandas. Afterward, visit a local teahouse in a traditional bamboo garden to taste authentic Sichuan tea snacks and experience the leisurely tea culture. The teahouse offers various local specialties like dan dan noodles and zhong shuijiao, allowing you to experience authentic Sichuan flavors while enjoying tea. It's recommended to book Panda Base tickets online in advance. Arriving before 9 AM helps you avoid peak crowds and enjoy a better viewing experience. The drive from downtown to the base takes about 40 minutes; you can take a tourist专线 bus or a private car.

  6. D6Kung Fu & Park

    In the morning, join a kung fu experience class where you'll learn basic martial arts moves from a professional coach, feeling the charm of traditional Chinese culture. After the class, head to People's Park for a relaxing boat ride on the lake, observing the leisurely daily life of local residents. Lunch can be at a nearby Sichuan restaurant to taste classics like mapo tofu and kung pao chicken. After the park visit, you can go to nearby Kuanzhai Alley to experience Chengdu's tea culture and taste local snacks. It's recommended to book kung fu class tickets online in advance and wear comfortable sportswear for easy movement.

  7. D7Departure

    According to your itinerary, today you'll take a flight to leave China. We've arranged a private vehicle to take you to the airport, which takes about 1 hour. Please arrive at the airport 3 hours in advance to complete check-in procedures. Before leaving, don't forget to prepare some Chinese panda souvenirs for your family and friends as gifts, which will be a beautiful travel memory. On the way to the airport, you can recall the wonderful moments of this family trip, from the slide at the Great Wall to the close encounters with pandas at the base. These unforgettable experiences will become precious family memories. We wish you a pleasant journey and look forward to serving you again!

What's included费用包含

  • 6 nights in family connecting rooms
  • Breakfast + child-friendly meals
  • One-way flight Beijing–Chengdu
  • Private family guide
  • All workshops and entrance tickets
  • Airport transfers throughout

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Traveler reviews游客评价

Kids rated it 10/10

★★★★★

Traveling with a 6 and 9 year old, pacing matters. This itinerary nailed it — treasure hunt in the Forbidden City, kung fu class, toboggan on the Wall. The family rooms were spacious and guides so patient.

Michelle Tan · Singapore 🇸🇬 · Sep 2026