In Pursuit of Pandas

Days 1-2: : Fly to Beijing

Fly overnight to Beijing, China’s capital city.

Day 3: : Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven

Sightseeing today includes a stroll through Tiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum to the treasure-filled Forbidden City. We also visit the unique Temple of Heaven. Our evening meal includes the local delicacy, Peking Duck. (B,L,D)

Day 4: : Great Wall & Summer Palace

Walk on the Great Wall to appreciate 2,000 years of history whilst admiring the panoramic views. Later tour the exquisite Summer Palace and see a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic show in the evening. (B,L)

Day 5: : Fly to Xian

Fly to Xian, the former ancient capital and visit the City Wall, one of the best preserved in China. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Shui Jiao dumpling meal followed by a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing. (B,L,D)

Day 6: : Terracotta Warriors

Visit one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century – the Terracotta Warriors. Later fly to Chengdu. (B,L)

Days 7-8: : Grand Buddha & Panda Reserve

Travel to Leshan to visit the Grand Buddha, the world’s largest stone-carved Buddhist statue. Return to Chengdu, visiting the old town of Huanglongxi en-route. Sample a delicious Sichuan meal in the evening (B,L,D). The next day visit the famous Panda Conservation Centre. (B,L)

Day 9: : Fly Chengdu to UK

Fly to the UK arriving the same day or following morning. (B)

Tour includes:

all international airfares
all domestic transportation, departure taxes and current fuel surcharges
all accomodation
all meals
entrance fees, guides and daily tours
visa fees for UK & EU passport holders

Wendy Wu Tours is the leading independent specialist tour operator to China in the UK. They offer an extensive range of tour itineraries to enable you to visit famous tourist attractions such as the Great Wall, the Yangtze River or the Terracotta Warriors in China, Angkor Wat in Cambodia and the Taj Mahal in India.

Many of their tours also take you off the beaten track, to emerald lakes and traditional villages, allowing you to enjoy the authentic China experience. Other unforgettable excursions include a rickshaw ride through Beijing’s traditional Hutongs, attending a Buddhist ceremony or cruising on a traditional junk boat. They also offer the opportunity to explore a bustling city like Hong Kong or Dubai en-route for a few nights.

Our Opinion
Wendy Wu Tours allow you to not only visit famous attractions but really discover the country’s culture, natural beauty and hidden treasures. Coupled with their affordable, all-inclusive style pricing, it’s no surprise that the company is growing from strength to strength and winning multiple industry awards along the way!