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Pandas & Golden Cities

10 Days Beijing - Xi'an - Chengdu

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Combine Beijing and Xi’an’s defining landmarks with giant pandas, Sichuan food and relaxed neighborhood life in Chengdu on a ten-day private tour.

The published sequence is a realistic starting point. Final transport, attraction access, hotel choices and daily timing are checked for your travel dates before confirmation, and the pace can be adjusted for mobility, family or special-interest needs. Compare this itinerary with our wider collection of China tours.

10 Days Itinerary at a Glance

Duration
10 Days
Route
Beijing - Xi'an - Chengdu
Long-distance travel
high-speed train · domestic flight · private transfers
Tour format
Private Tour
✓ Private TourClassic heritage and pandas with private transport and guides
From USD1,998Free Inquiry

Trip Highlights Code: PC10

  • Visit the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Mutianyu Great Wall.
  • See the Terracotta Army and experience Xi’an’s City Wall and Muslim Quarter.
  • Observe giant pandas during their most active morning hours in Chengdu.
  • Add Sichuan cuisine, People’s Park and either Sanxingdui or Leshan.

Book with Confidence: Free inquiry, only 10% deposit to confirm, full refund for cancellations up to 15 days prior.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Arrival in Beijing during the Pandas & Golden Cities itinerary

Airport or railway-station welcome and private hotel transfer, with the remainder of the day free to rest. After check-in, the remainder of the day stays flexible for rest, an easy neighborhood walk and a briefing on the journey ahead. The schedule stays light so you can settle in, review the route with your guide and adjust comfortably before the next full sightseeing day.

Imperial Beijing during the Pandas & Golden Cities itinerary

Visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven with a private guide, allowing time for the major halls without rushing the route. The sightseeing connects Beijing’s imperial planning, ceremonial spaces and living city history instead of presenting the landmarks as isolated photo stops.

Mutianyu Great Wall & Hutongs during the Pandas & Golden Cities itinerary

Walk the Mutianyu Great Wall using a suitable cable-car plan, then return to Beijing for a hutong neighborhood visit. At the Great Wall, your guide chooses a practical walking section and viewpoint sequence suited to your energy, visibility and preferred cable-car option.

Summer Palace & Train to Xi'an during the Pandas & Golden Cities itinerary

Explore the Summer Palace beside Kunming Lake before boarding the high-speed train to Xi'an. Meet your local guide and transfer to the hotel. Your guide links the day’s main sights with local context, practical timing and enough flexibility to enjoy each stop without rushing.

Terracotta Army during the Pandas & Golden Cities itinerary

Visit the Terracotta Army's main pits and exhibition hall, then return to Xi'an for the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda area. The visit places the Terracotta Army within the wider story of Qin imperial China, archaeology and Xi’an’s role at the eastern end of the Silk Road.

Xi'an City Wall & Train to Chengdu during the Pandas & Golden Cities itinerary

Walk or cycle the City Wall and sample the Muslim Quarter with your guide. Continue to Chengdu by high-speed train and transfer to the hotel. The Chengdu program combines the region’s giant pandas with teahouse, neighborhood or Sichuan food culture for a fuller sense of the city.

Chengdu Panda Base & Local Life during the Pandas & Golden Cities itinerary

Arrive early at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, then visit People’s Park and Jinli Street for tea-house and neighborhood culture. The Chengdu program combines the region’s giant pandas with teahouse, neighborhood or Sichuan food culture for a fuller sense of the city.

Chengdu food and historic neighborhood

Explore Kuanzhai Alley, a local market and selected temples or museums. A guided Sichuan food experience can be tailored around spice preferences and allergies. The Chengdu program combines the region’s giant pandas with teahouse, neighborhood or Sichuan food culture for a fuller sense of the city.

Leshan Giant Buddha or Sanxingdui heritage near Chengdu

Choose the Sanxingdui Museum for ancient Shu archaeology or Leshan for the Giant Buddha. Your specialist confirms tickets and a realistic road or rail plan in advance. Your guide links the day’s main sights with local context, practical timing and enough flexibility to enjoy each stop without rushing.

Chengdu Departure during the Pandas & Golden Cities itinerary

Private transfer to Chengdu airport or railway station after a flexible final morning. The final hours remain flexible for rest or a nearby visit, depending on the confirmed departure schedule. Confirm the flight or train time in advance so the final hotel checkout and onward transport can be planned without rushing.

Private Tour Prices

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

2-3 travelersUSD2,1184-5 travelersUSD1,9986+ travelersContact Us
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Typical Overnight Bases

Only places used by this itinerary are shown below. The final hotel list follows confirmed transport, season and room availability; upgrades and room preferences can be customized.

Beijing
Selected 4-star city hotel
Xi'an
Selected 4-star city hotel
Chengdu
Selected 4-star city hotel

✓ Price Includes

  • Transport listed in the itinerary
  • Air-conditioned vehicle with licensed driver
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Selected accommodation when the itinerary includes an overnight stay
  • Entrance fees for listed sights

⊘ Price Excludes

  • International airfares
  • China visa fee if applicable
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Meals not specifically listed in the itinerary

Who Is This Tour For?

This itinerary suits travelers who want the main experiences arranged in a logical order with private local support and room to personalize the pace.

Share mobility requirements, dietary needs, room preferences and fixed onward tickets before booking so the confirmed plan can account for them accurately.

Travel Tips for This Itinerary

  • Keep the passport used for reservations available on transport and attraction-entry days.
  • Leave margin around intercity transfers instead of placing time-sensitive sightseeing immediately before departure.
  • Treat published outdoor timing as a planning guide because weather, access and operating conditions can change.
  • Review our guide to China travel tips before any rail sector.
  • Check current entry requirements early with the China visa guide.
  • Read our practical China travel tips for packing, payments and daily preparation.
  • B, L and D indicate included breakfast, lunch and dinner. Unmarked meals are not included.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Pandas & Golden Cities itinerary be customized?

Yes. The published route is a practical starting point. Hotel level, daily pace, selected experiences and transport can be adjusted before confirmation, subject to current availability and safe route logic.

What is included in the quoted tour price?

The final quotation lists the included private transfers, guiding, accommodation, attraction admission and any rail, flight, cruise or meal sectors. Items not listed as included remain at the traveler’s expense.

Are the displayed hotels guaranteed?

Displayed hotels describe the expected category or overnight base. The confirmed hotel names, room type and breakfast arrangements are provided in the final quotation after availability is checked.

How much walking should I expect?

Walking varies by attraction and may include steps, uneven paving, large heritage sites or outdoor paths. Share mobility needs early so suitable access, rest stops and alternatives can be checked.

What happens if weather or access changes?

The local team checks current operating conditions and may reorder outdoor visits, use the closest suitable alternative or adjust transport timing when weather, maintenance or access rules affect the original plan.

When should I book this private tour?

Book as early as practical when the route includes real-name attraction tickets, limited hotel inventory or fixed train, flight or cruise sectors. Availability is only guaranteed after confirmation.

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