Walking Shanghai's streets, Beijing's monuments and along the Great Wall, meeting the Terracotta Warriors, volunteering at rural organic farm in north China and at the World's largest Panda Breeding Base.
This unique itinerary introduces the highlights of the Middle Kingdom — from the historic gems of modern Beijing to the ancient walls of Xian and cosmopolitan glitter of contemporary Shanghai, while allowing you to give back to the community at the same time. From the palaces and temples of Beijing venture to the countryside to experience the grandeur of the Great Wall and work with intellectually challenged youth at a unique organic farm based centre designed to offer employment opportunities and training to intellectually challenged people. In Xian witness the world famous Terracotta warriors, in Chengdu indulge in the culinary spice that is Sichuan cuisine and volunteer at the largest Panda reserve in the world to help ensure these distinctly Chinese icons are around for future generations to admire.
What's Included
- Trip to the Great Wall of China, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Guided Tour, Volunteer opportunities at a special commune outside Beijing, Orientation Walk of Xi'an, Terracotta Warrior Tour, Volunteer stay at Bifengxia Panda Reserve and Orientation Walk of Shanghai.
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners (Allow USD225-275 for meals not included.)
- Hotels/guesthouses (11 nts), sleeper trains (2 nts)
- Sleeper trains, private and public bus, bicycle, walking
- English-speaking Chinese Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
- Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 10
Places Visited
- China
Day 1 Beijing
Arrive at anytime.
Day 2 Beijing
Explore some of Beijing's greatest sites such as Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City.
Days 3-5 Rural Farm (2B,2L,2D)
Discover the majesty of the Great Wall before settling in for two nights at an organic farming community project for people with intellectual challenges.
Days 6-7 Xi'an
Visit one of China’s greatest archaeological treasures—the Terracotta Warriors. Option to cycle the ancient city walls.
Day 8 Chengdu
Enjoy an orientation walk of Chengdu. Optional visit to Sichuan Opera.
Day 9-11 Bifengxia Panda Centre
Volunteer at the Bifengxia Panda Breeding Centre.
Day 12-13 Shanghai
Get to know eclectic downtown Shanghai on a walk with your CEO.
Day 14 Shanghai
Depart at any time.
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