Day	Itinerary	Night stop
1	Arrive in Beijing.	Beijing
	Arrive in Beijing at any time.
2	In Beijing.	Beijing
	From the vast expanses of Tiananmen Square to the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the Great Wall of China, Beijing is a city of incredible sights. Take a tour through the hundreds of hutongs, or laneways, to get a feel for what Beijing was like in the past.
3	In Beijing	Beijing
	In Beijing
4	In Beijing	Beijing
	In Beijing
5	Travel to Xian, see the Terracotta Warriors.	Xian
	March among one of China’s greatest archaeological treasures – the Terracotta Warriors - and dine on some of the best market food in the country. This ancient capital is a fascinating mix of traditional and modern worlds.
6	Full day in Xian.	Xian
	Full day in Xian.
7	Travel to Chengdu and visit the Panda Breeding Sanctuary.	Chengdu
	Drop in to the Panda Breeding Sanctuary, and get up close with these cute animals.
8	Full day in Chengdu.	Chengdu
	Marvel at the temples on Emei Mountain, including the Giant Buddha of Leshan, which stands at over 70 metres tall!
9	Visit Leshan Giant Buddha.	Leshan and Mount Emei
	Walk around the 71 metre high stone statue of Buddha before relaxing on Mount Emei, one of four sacred Buddhist mountains in China.
10	Travel to Yangshuo.	Yangshuo
	Surrounded by spectacular limestone karst hills and green paddy fields, Yangshuo is your picture perfect base for exploring the peaks, rivers, caves and outlying villages of Guilin.
11	Full day in Yangshuo.	Yangshuo
	Full day in Yangshuo.
12	Full day in Yangshuo.	Yangshuo
	A further day in Yangshuo to explore.
13	Return to Beijing.	Beijing
	Return to Beijing for some last minute shopping and sightseeing before our farewell dinner.
14	Tour ends.	None
	Tour ends today in Beijing.

Accommodation

Hotels/guesthouses (11 nights), monastery stay (1 night), sleeper train (1 night).

Transport

Train, local bus, aircon bus, boat, walking, bicycle, plane.

Meals

12 breakfasts, 1 lunch.

Staff

Tour Leader, local guides.

Age Restriction

Family Adventures are open to families with children aged between 6 and 17 years of age. 

Optional Activities

Beijing
Acrobats or Shaolin Monks USD12
Summer Palace USD5
Opera USD20,
Hutong Tour USD15
Temple of Heaven USD8
Beijing Duck Dinner USD10

Xian
Drum or Bell Tower USD2
Terracotta Warriors USD12
Great Mosque USD2
Great White Goose Pagoda USD4
Hua Shan Mountain USD30

Chengdu
Tea House USD5
Sichuan Opera USD10

Yangshuo
Cooking School USD10
Li River Cruise USD18
Tai Chi Lesson USD4
Sound and Light Show USD20

What To Bring

We suggest that you pack as lightly as possible as your are expected to carry your own luggage. As a rule we try not to have to walk more than 15-20 mintues with your bags which is why we recommend keeping the weight of your bags between 10-15kg/22-30lb. Suitcases are not recommended. Most travellers carry a backpack or rolling bag of small to medium size (no XXL ones please!) as they need to fit under the beds when travelling on sleeper trains. You will also need a day pack/bag to carry water, cameras and other electronics like ipods and mobile phones.

Checklist:
Passport (with photocopies)
Travel insurance (with photocopies)
Airline tickets (with photocopies)
USD cash and travellers cheques
Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)
G.A.P Adventures vouchers, pre-departure information and dossier
Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required
Day pack for daily personal items
Wet wipes / Moist towelettes
Alarm clock
Flashlight
Sun hat, Sun block, Sunglasses
Insect Repellent
Water bottle and Plastic mug for train journeys
Ear plugs for train journeys or light sleepers
Small towel and swim wear
Toiletries (biodegradable)
Sturdy walking shoes/Sport sandals
Money belt
Shorts for summer months (June – September)
Long trousers
Hiking pants/track pants
Shirts/T-shirts
Warm clothes for Nov-April. Fleece, Jacket, hat and gloves
Umbrella or waterproof jacket.
Cover for backpack or plastic bags to keep clothes dry.
Camera and film
Reading/writing material
Binoculars
Pocketknife
First-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking).

Group Size

Maximum 15, Average 10

Other Information

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The itinerary is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission. 

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

Operator Remarks

Allow USD180 for meals not included.

A local payment of USD250 is payable on arrival.