12 Days 11 Nights Beijing Kungfu Panda Tour

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Day 1 Beijing Arrival

Welcome to Beijing, China's political and cultural center. Beijing has attracted numerous tourists with its long history, and countless cultural heritages, Beijing is also the city with the most world heritage sites in the world. Whether you are visiting a magnificent palace，or traveling through the alleys, you can feel the unique charm of this city.

Your tour guide and driver will be waiting for you at the airport or train station.

Day 2 Beijing Royalty Exploration

Forbidden City

In the center of Beijing City stands a precious world heritage site - the Forbidden City, the imperial palace of China during the Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368~1911 AD). A total of 24 emperors worked and lived here, since was built in 1420.

Tian’anmen Square

Tian’anmen Square is the largest city square in the world. It is located on the south side of the Forbidden City, which has stood for 600 years. In 1949, the People ’s Republic of China held the founding ceremony here.

Jingshan Park

Jingshan Park is located at the central point of the north-south central axis of Beijing City. It is adjacent to the Forbidden City in the south, Beihai in the west, and the Drum Tower in the north. It used to be the highest point in the center of Beijing.

Summer Palace

The Summer Palace was built by the Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty (1636 to 1912 AD). He was fond of the gardens in the south Yangtze area, so many imitations of attractions in south Yangtze area were built in the Summer Palace.

Day 3 Great Wall Tour

Mutianyu

Constructed in 1368 AD, the Mutianyu is an essential section of the Great Wall in Beijing. There are lots of watching towers on Mutianyu, because if enemies marched over Mutianyu, the city of Beijing would be in great danger.

Ming Tombs

The Ming Tombs are one of the most complete royal tombs in the world. It was listed as a world cultural heritage in 2003. There were 16 emperors in the Ming Dynasty（1368~1644 AD）, and 13 of them were buried here.

Bird's Nest

The Bird's Nest is China's national stadium. As the main stadium of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, it held the opening and closing ceremonies. After the Olympic Games, the Bird's Nest became a sports entertainment venue for local citizens.

Water Cube

Located in the Beijing Olympic Park, the Water Cube is one of the landmarkss of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. It is named after the appearance of bubbles resembling sea water. The Water Cube and the Bird's Nest are the two iconic buildings of the Beijing Olympic Games.

Day 4 Royal Worship Site

Temple of Heaven

The Temple of Heaven was a place where the emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties （1368 to 1911 AD）worshiped the heavens and earth and prayed for good climate. The Temple of Heaven was built in 1420.
The Temple of Heaven is famous for its unique architectural structure and magnificent architectural style. The echo wall, the triassic stone, and the conversation stone are constructed according to acoustic principles. They are the products of the developed ancient Chinese architectural technology.

Hutong

Hutong is an important part of traditional Beijing culture. It carries the past and memory of this ancient city. Hutongs first appeared around 700 years ago. There are more than 6,000 famous Hutongs in Beijing, which are like the veins of the city, linking all parts of the city.

You will take a train to Luoyang after today’s tour.

Day 5 Shaolin Temple Kungfu

Shaolin Temple

There is an old saying in China “All kinds of martial arts originated in the Shaolin Temple”. For thousands of years, thousands of martial students go to the Shaolin Temple for their Kungfu Dreams. During your stay in the temple, you will see a Kungfu show and learn the basic Kungfu gestures.

Day 6 Longmen Grottoes

Longmen Grottoes

The Longmen Grottoes are a treasure house of Chinese stone carving art. There are more than 100,000 Buddha statues in the grottoes. A 17.14-meter high statue of Buddha is the most renowned attraction in the Grottoes.

White Horse Temple

The White Horse Temple was initially established in 68 AD. It was the first monastery built by the government after the introduction of Buddhism into China. Furthermore, the first Buddhist scripture in Chinese language was also composed in this temple.

You will take a train to Xian after today’s tour.

Day 7 Terracotta Army

Terracotta Army

There are three major exhibition vaults in the Terracotta Army Museum. The exhibitions in vault 1 are 6000 terracotta chariots or infantry squads. Vault 2 consists of chariots, archers and cavalries. And vault 3 plays a role of headquarters, where houses commanders and senior officers in the army.

Ancient city wall

Built during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644 AD), the City Wall in Xian are one of the best-preserved ancient city wall sections in China. Standing on the top of the city wall, tourists can have a bird view of the city of Xian. Cycling on the city wall is a very popular tourist activity.

Muslim Quarter

The Muslim Quarter has become the best places to try street food and buy souvenirs since late 1990s. The noodles, roasted mutton or beef, pancakes, dried fruits, and dumplings are the recommended street foods. The handicrafts, such as paper cuts, embroideries and shadow plays are popular souvenirs.

Day 8 Xian Museum Tour

Big Wild Goose Pagoda

With a history of over 1400 years, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda witnessed how Buddhism was introduced to China from India. The Buddhist scriptures, carvings, murals, paintings and calligraphy works are major collections in the pagoda.

Shaanxi History Museum

Opened in 1991, the Shaanxi History Museum is the first modern national museum in the history of China. Over 1.7 million pieces of ancient relics are collected in the museum. The oldest one of them have a history of over one million years.

You will take a train to Chengdu after today’s sightseeing.

Day 9 Giant Panda Tour

Chengdu Panda Base

Don’t miss the cute national treasure - giant panda in Chengdu, the giant pandas’ hometown! The Chengdu Panda Base was set up to rescue six sick and weak pandas, and now there are around 200 pandas in the Base.

Wenshu Monastery

Wenshu Monastery was built in the Sui Dynasty（581-618 AD）. All the buildings in the monastery are the essence of ancient Sichuan architecture. The Buddha’s relics of two eminent monks are the priceless collections in the monastery.

People's Park

The People's Park is a good place of recreation for locals. Chengdu citizens are accustomed to ordering a cup of tea at the outdoor teahouse and playing mahjong and gossiping in the park. You are welcome to join them.

Jinli

Jinli is a comprehensive tourist area set up based on the residential houses built around 500 years ago. The history of the Three Kingdoms period (220-280) and Sichuan folk culture are the highlights in Jinli.

Travel tips: Sichuan Opera, renowned for its fast face change, is an interesting nightlife activity in Chengdu. Feel free to let us know if you want to see it.

Day 10 Fly to Shanghai

Jinsha Ruins Site

The Jinsha Ruins Site is the first major archaeological discovery in China in the 21st century. The site proves that Chengde has a history of 3000 years. Over 1000 pieces of gold, jade, bronze or ceramic vessels and ivories were unearthed from the ruins.

You will fly to Shanghai after visiting the Jinsha Site.

Day 11 Shanghai City Tour

Shanghai Museum

The Shanghai Museum is located in the center of Shanghai. It is a large museum of ancient art. The collection of nearly one million cultural relics include bronzes, ceramics and calligraphy works. The most priceless treasure in Shanghai Museum is the Great Tripod with a history of 3000 years.

Yu Garden

Yu Garden is an essential ancient private garden. Built in 1559 AD, the garden is replete with rockeries and ponds. It is a model of "seeing the big from the small", which means when tourists see mini-sized attraction, they can feel the magnificence of original attraction.

Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street

Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is a famous shopping paradise and known as China's first commercial street. Nanjing Road has been a bustling commercial street since the 19th century. There are many shopping malls here, full of flagship stores of various brands, various Baroque, Romanesque, and eclectic department stores.

The Bund

The Bund was only an abandoned beach before it became a British concession in 1843. Lots of buildings, which are preserved very well nowadays, were built and used as branches of various international companies. Many young couples use these historical buildings as the scene for their wedding photos.

Oriental Pearl TV Tower

Located in the Shanghai Lujiazui Financial and Trade Zone, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower is a landmark in Shanghai. The tower was built in 1994 and has a total height of 468 meters. It was the highest skyscraper in mainland China between 1994 and 2007.

Day 12 Shanghai Half Day

Tianzifang

Tianzifang is a cultural and creative park transformed from old residential buildings. Although the alley is narrow here, it is full of surprises. You can taste various snacks, buy a lot of creative and interesting things, and take many beautiful photos here.

Jade Buddha Temple

In 1882, an eminent monk brought back five Jade Buddhas from Myanmar. When passing by Shanghai, he left a sitting Buddha and a reclining Buddha. The Jade Buddha Temple was built to worship the two Jade Buddhas.

Your tour comes to an end after your guide accompany you to the airport or train station. China is a large country, there are still many other places worth visits. Please feel free to let us know if you want to visit more places. Hope you had a good time with us and wish you all the best in future.

Price: What’s Included & What’s Excluded

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The above price is based on a private tour for 2 people. Price varies depending on travel date, group size, hotel class, program in your itinerary and possible fluctuation of currency exchange rate.

What’s Included?

Experienced drivers & air-conditioned vehicles

Professional licensed English-speaking local guide

Hotel accommodation with breakfasts

Domestic flights (economy class) or high-speed trains (second class) listed in the itinerary

Admission tickets, activities, meals listed in the itinerary

Accident insurance

Our service from tour planning, handling, operational and finishing your trip

What’s Excluded?

International airfares

Entry visa fees

Personal expenses

Single room supplement

Recommended optional activities

Arrival/departure flights or train on the first and last day

Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers

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Transportation

In a private tour, it means you will transfer to the tourist attractions in one city by private vehicle. The private car we selected is spacious, comfortable and air-conditioned. And the driver we use are very experienced. As for traveling between two destinations, we use domestic flights (economy seat) or high speed trains (second class seat, usually less than 6 hours). The local guides and drivers will pick you up at the airport/train stations, and escort you to the hotel.

Meals

“B” stands for breakfast. You will have it at your hotel in the morning.

“L” stands for lunch. The restaurants we will arrange for you are all designated tourist restaurants approved by local tourist administration bureau. All are in good sanitary conditions. Your guide will assist you with ordering the dishes.

“D” means dinner. All dinners are excluded in the itinerary. You have the chance to taste some authentic Chinese food and local snacks.

If you have special dietary requirements (vegetarian, halal, kosher, Indian, or gluten-free), please let us know before your booking. We will try our best to take care of you.

Accommodation & Hotel Condition for Your China Tour

Have a good sleep everyday is very important during your China tour. In a private tour, you can decide on your own which hotel class you want - luxury 5 star, comfortable 4-star or economic 3-star.

All the hotels in each destination we selected are at good location, close to commercial street or tourist attractions. And, all the hotels we use have a business relationship for many years and they have windows, air-conditioners, hot water, showers, wifi... (except for basic accommodation condition when travel to Mount Everest) to ensure you luxury and comfortable sleep experience. The staff can speak English and they will provide you the high quality service. If you have any requirements, you can ask them to help.

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