10 Days China Family Tour with Kids
Tour Overview
This China family tour is a relatively relaxed and slow paced trip. We will take you from the capital Beijing to explore the Chinese royal heritage in the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, and Temple of Heaven. During this period, delve into the lives of local people in Beijing and experience making dumplings, Chinese knot, paper cuttings and other projects. The activities on the Great Wall are very suitable for children, as they can get up by chairlift and down by toboggan.
Afterwards, fly to Guilin to enjoy a relaxing Li River cruise. In Yangshuo, participate in hands-on activities such as Chinese pebble painting and cooking class. Experience bamboo raft drifting along the Yulong River and countryside cycling at the Hundred Mile Gallery. Finally, watch various precious animals including pandas, birds, and marine animals at Ocean Park Hong Kong, and enjoy the fun of entertainment projects.
Travel destinations: Beijing, Guilin, Yangshuo, Hong Kong
Suitable for: Families with Kids, The Elderly
Tour type: Private
Highlights of this tour:
- Unravel China’s imperial history by visiting the majestic halls of the Forbidden City.
- Delight your kids with a thrilling chairlift up and toboggan down the Mutianyu Great Wall.
- Marvel at the illuminated formations in Reed Flute Cave and witness the natural wonder of Elephant Trunk Hill in Guilin.
- Cruise along the Li River to enjoy the lush karst peaks.
- Join a fun cooking class in Yangshuo from selecting fresh ingredients at a farm product market.
- Enjoy a countryside cycling through the Ten-Mile Gallery with idyllic landscapes.
- Reveal the natural beauty of Guilin and get a glimpse into rural life.
- Ascend Victoria Peak for a panoramic view of Hong Kong.
- Thrill your kids at the most popular park in the world – Ocean Park Hong Kong.
Day-by-day Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Beijing
So happy to see you on our 10-day China family tour! This trip departs from Beijing, the capital of China. After arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport, a local driver will warmly welcome you. He will assist you in moving your luggage and then escort you to the hotel in the city center.
After checking in, you can rest well in the comfortable hotel. Later, you can explore the vicinity of the hotel on your own - stroll around the nearby market or taste local street food.
Accommodation: in Beijing
- Day 2: Beijing Highlights TourTraverse Imperial Palace, Experience Traditional Life, Make Dumplings
After breakfast, your China family tour begins at Tiananmen Square located in the center of Beijing. Here you can see the magnificent Tiananmen Gate Tower, which is a representative work of traditional Chinese architectural art. Meanwhile, your well-informed guide will share with you several significant events in Chinese history that occurred on this square. Next, walk for about 5 minutes to reach the Imperial Palace, which was a royal palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties in China, formerly known as the Forbidden City. Under the guidance of your tour guide, traverse the intricate palace complex.
Forbidden City After lunch, we go to the narrow alleys of Beijing's hutongs to experience traditional old Beijing life. You will visit a local family and make dumplings by hand there. You can also choose other activities if you are interested, such as Chinese knot tying or paper cutting (optional. At additional cost).
Accommodation: in Beijing
- Day 3: Beijing Great Wall TourEnjoy a Scenic Chairlift Ride and Toboggan Down the Great Wall
Today, enjoy a Great Wall day tour to the world-famous Mutianyu Section, an ancient engineering miracle surrounded by lush vegetation. When you ascend the Great Wall by the chairlift ride, your guide will tell you the rich historical stories of the Great Wall and tell you the best shooting locations. The winding paths of this UNESCO World Heritage site stretch endlessly. You will experience the exhilarating toboggan slide down the Great Wall.
Sliding down the toboggan After the Great Wall visit, we drive back to the city to visit the Temple of Heaven. It was a magnificent royal structure that served as a complex of sacrificial buildings where emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties prayed for peace and harvest. Also, you may witness locals practicing water calligraphy and Tai Chi in the surrounding park, which provides you with a glimpse into Beijingers' traditional leisure activities.
Accommodation: in Beijing
- Day 4: Beijing Panda TourSee Giant Pandas and Exotic Animals from around the World
Your Beijing family tour takes you to one of the most popular attractions in Beijing - Summer Palace. This palace was a summer retreat for the Qing emperors and their families, built on Wanshou Mountain and Kunming Lake. It is truly a tranquil escape adorned with classical Chinese gardens. You and your kid can enjoy a boat ride on Kunming Lake.
Afterwards, we head to Beijing Zoo, which is one of the larger and diverse urban zoos in China with a history of over a hundred years. The zoo is divided into three areas: east, south, and north. You will see giant pandas, golden monkeys, Northeast tigers, elk, red crowned cranes, as well as representative animals from around the world such as chimpanzees in Africa, kangaroos in Australia, leopards, Mexican manatees, and more here.
Accommodation: in Beijing
Pandas in Beijing Zoo - Day 5: Beijing to Guilin Tour by FlightExplore Stunning Formations and the Symbol of Guilin Landscape
After enjoying a delicious breakfast at your hotel, your driver will pick you up in the hotel lobby and escort you to the airport to board a flight to Guilin. After arriving in Guilin, the local tour guide will directly pick you up and start your China family tour in Guilin. The first stop today is Reed Flute Cave. There are numerous exquisitely carved stalagmites, stalactites, stone pillars, and stone flowers inside the cave, like a magnificent underground palace. The famous Chinese novel "Journey to the West" was filmed here.
Next, you will be transferred to visit the natural limestone sculpture Elephant Trunk Hill on the banks of the Li River. It is named after a giant elephant with a long snout drinking from the Li River. Elephant Trunk Hill is lifelike and a typical representative of Guilin's landscape. It was designated as the emblem of Guilin in 1995.
Accommodation: in Guilin
Reed Flute Cave - Day 6: Guilin to Yangshuo by CruiseEnjoy a Scenic Li River Cruise and Engage in Pebble Painting
In the morning, your tour guide and driver will meet you at your hotel and then transfer to board the cruise ship on Li River. The whole Li River cruise last about 4 hours and you will enjoy lunch on the ship. During the cruise, karst peaks covered in green vegetation can be seen everywhere.
Li River Cruise In the afternoon, the cruise ends in Yanshuo. The local driver will meet you at dock and transfer you to have a cultural experience. You can draw pebble painting or learn to practise calligraphy.
Accommodation: in Yangshuo
Chinese landscape painting with pebbles in Guilin - Day 7: Yangshuo TourJoin a Cooking Class and Enjoy Bamboo Rafting on a Serene River
In the morning, you will be arranged to join a cooking class. You will first visit a local farm product market to select fresh ingredients and then learn to cook traditional Chinese dishes under the guidance of an expert chef. Enjoy your 'achievements' as lunch.
After that, you can experience an interesting bamboo rafting along the peaceful Yulong River.
Accommodation: in Yangshuo
Yulong River bamboo rafting - Day 8: Yangshuo Cycling Tour to Hong KongEmbark on a Countryside Cycling Tour through Scenic Landscapes
Today is the last day of your China family tour in Yangshuo. You will enjoy a countryside cycling tour through the scenic Ten-Mile Gallery lined with karst peaks. After that, we will pay a visit to a local farmer's family to get a glimpse of Chinese rural life and traditional farming.
In the afternoon, you will be escorted to the airport to catch a flight to the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong. It is renowned as the Pearl of the Orient and a Shopping Paradise! In the evening, you can take a leisurely walk along the famous Avenue of Stars, which is a picturesque waterfront promenade where you can seen the Victoria Harbor and the city skyline.
Accommodation: in Hong Kong
Yangshuo Countryside Cycling - Day 9: Hong Hong Highlights TourPeak Views, Beach Relaxation, Fishing Village Boat Ride, Theme Park Fun
Start your Hong Kong family tour with a visit to Victoria Peak, the highest point on Hong Kong Island. Many travel to Hong Kong just for its magnificent view. It offers a spectacular panorama of the city's skyline, the harbor, and the neighboring islands. You will ride the Peak Tram to the top.
Next, head to Repulse Bay. This is a peaceful beach with a crescent shape, characterized by golden sand beaches and blue seawater. You can swim and take a walk here; There is a statue of Guanyin Bodhisattva standing over ten meters high on the beach.
Ascend with the Peak Tram to the Victoria Peak After that, you will be guided to explore Aberdeen Fishing Village, a historical area known for its view above water. You will experience a sampan boat ride (about 20-30 minutes), glimpsing the daily lives of the fishermen.
Conclude the day with family fun at Ocean Park Hong Kong, where thrilling rides and marine exhibits await. Hong Kong Ocean Park is a world-class theme park that combines marine and land animals, amusement rides, and large-scale performances, and is also the most popular theme park in the world. Your children will immerse themselves here, watching various precious animals such as pandas, birds, and experiencing fun entertainment projects.
Accommodation: in Hong Kong
Ocean Park Hong Kong - Day 10: Departure from Hong Kong
Enjoy a leisurely morning in your hotel. Your driver will then escort you to the airport or train station, marking the end of your 10-day China family tour. Hope you and your kids had a enjoyable time with us!
Accommodation: N/A
