Can I see giant pandas in Chengdu?

Yes. The Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is the most popular place to see giant pandas. Go early in the morning, when pandas are usually more active.

Is Chengdu food very spicy?

Often, yes. Sichuan food is famous for its spicy and numbing flavor, called mala. If you prefer mild food, ask for

How many days should I spend in Chengdu?

Two to three days is ideal for most visitors. That gives you time for pandas, local food, teahouses, temples, parks, and one day trip such as Leshan or Dujiangyan.

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17-Day Classic China Group Tour·Shanghai, Wudang Kung Fu & Taoism, Jiuzhaigou's Fairy-tale Lakes, Giant Pandas, Zhangjiajie's 'Avatar' Peaks, Imperial Beijing & Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors | Includes Bullet Trains & Flights

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102 Booked

Tour Code: 753906

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Departure City

Shanghai

End City

Shanghai

Duration

17 days

Live Tour Guide

English

Group Size

Max. 35 travelers

Group Type

Group Tour

Highlights

Learn Tai Chi from a Taoist Master: Practice ancient martial arts with a master at Wudang Mountain, the sacred birthplace of Tai Chi .
UNESCO Gems & Giant Pandas: Explore Jiuzhaigou's colorful lakes and Huanglong's pools, then meet China's beloved pandas in Chengdu .
Walk Among 'Avatar' Mountains: Discover Zhangjiajie's towering sandstone pillars that inspired the film, and brave the thrilling glass skywalk .
Imperial Icons: Forbidden City & Great Wall: Walk the Mutianyu Great Wall and explore Beijing's Forbidden City, Summer Palace, and Temple of Heaven .
Discover the Terracotta Army: Stand before the 8,000 life-sized Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an—an unforgettable encounter with ancient history .

Product Info

Reminders from our tour operator:
To ensure a smooth and comfortable travel experience, please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions or special requests. As travel to China requires a visa for U.S. citizens, we recommend contacting us in advance for guidance and assistance with the application process.
If you'd like to upgrade your travel experience, we'll be happy to assist with the personalized service and recommendations.
If there are no service discrepancies, it is expected that you tip your tour guide a minimum of $5.00 USD per day as a service gratuity, paid at the end of the trip. You may pay in U.S. Dollars or Chinese Yuan.

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All times shown are local.

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Includes & Excludes

The following instructions only apply to Adults ( 12 years or over )

Includes

Intermediate journey from Shanghai to Shiyan Economy Class flight ticket(Incl. airport construction fee, fuel surcharge); Shiyan to Chengdu Economy Class flight ticket(Incl. airport construction fee, fuel surcharge); Chengdu to Songpan G-series High-speed Train 2nd Class train ticket; Songpan to Chengdu G-series High-speed Train 2nd Class train ticket; Chengdu to Zhangjiajie G-series High-speed Train 2nd Class train ticket; Zhangjiajie to Beijing Economy Class flight ticket(Incl. airport construction fee, fuel surcharge); Beijing to Xi'an G-series High-speed Train 2nd Class train ticket; Xi'an to Shanghai Economy Class flight ticket(Incl. airport construction fee, fuel surcharge)

Accommodation at hotels listed in the itinerary.

Standard hotel room (2 guests)

Included for adults: 42 meals (breakfast x16, lunch x14 , dinner x12 )

Tour guide service will be provided for the itinerary

Vehicle fees during the tour: tour vehicles will be arranged according to the final group size (one seat per guest).

Local drivers and vehicles are provided. Smaller vehicles may be used on certain roads due to safety requirements and local regulations.

Admission ticket to the main entrance of the attraction/venue listed in the itinerary

Destination transfer service: shared vehicle pick-up and drop-off.

Excludes

This tour excludes round-trip transportation from your departure city to the starting point. You must arrange your own transport to the start location.

All personal expenses and any fees not mentioned in the inclusions, such as overweight baggage fees, laundry, haircuts, phone calls, pay-per-view TV, beverages, tobacco, alcohol, and transportation during free time, are excluded.

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Group information

The minimum group size for this product is 1. Once tours4fun confirms in writing, the group will travel by default. If the travel agency causes the group not to travel, they will provide compensation according to the contract's breach clauses.
Each group can include up to 35 people, including children who occupy seats. If the actual number of travelers exceeds this limit, 10% of the total booking amount will be refunded as compensation once verified.

Group arrangements

This group tour for independent travelers may include shared transportation with guests from other agencies. Service standards will remain unchanged. Booking implies acceptance of the itinerary arrangements after the group is formed.

Group tour notification

You'll get your group tour notification by 8:00 PM the day before departure. If you pay after 6:00 PM the day before, we'll send it by 12:00 PM on departure day. If you don't receive it, please contact tours4fun customer support. Check our website for meeting times. The time in your tour confirmation or given by our staff is final.

Single room supplement

For this product, to ensure the best possible travel experience, room sharing is not available for solo travelers.
To ensure the best possible travel experience, we do not offer three-person rooms, and three travelers cannot share a room.
Due to local hotel policies, if 2 adults are traveling with 2 or more children, please book 2 rooms.
If you choose to stay alone, some hotels may arrange a small single room (single bed) for you.

Booking information

The Palace Museum is closed every Monday (excluding national holidays). If the itinerary falls on a closure day, the itinerary will be adjusted accordingly.
Please provide accurate and complete information (name, gender, ID number, nationality, contact information, etc.) when booking to avoid booking errors and travel disruptions. You are responsible for any losses you incur due to incorrect information you provide.
If any attractions or venues cannot be visited due to unforeseen circumstances during your trip, the staff will work with you to either cancel or switch out the affected sites. Alternatively, an on-site refund can be provided based on the ticket price in your travel package (not the venue's listed price).
During the non-free time, you need the tour guide's consent to leave the group. If granted, you must sign a waiver and are responsible for your safety and belongings. Unfinished parts of the tour are forfeited, and costs won't be refunded.
If there is any inconsistency between the product confirmation or supplementary terms and the main travel contract, the product confirmation or supplementary terms will take precedence.

Travel guidelines

[No Mandatory Shopping] This product does not include any mandatory shopping activities throughout the trip. Shopping activities not arranged by our company at attractions, venues, or on cruise ships are excluded. If any unauthorized shopping activity is added and verified, our company will pay you liquidated damages equal to 10% of the total travel expenses multiplied by the number of unauthorized shopping activities added.
This tour involves travel to high-altitude areas. Travelers with heart or lung conditions, anemia, or stage II hypertension are strongly advised to carefully assess their physical condition before booking.
Huanglong National Scenic Area Above 3010 meters above sea level, it is easy to cause mild altitude sickness. Please take appropriate preventive measures according to your physical condition before traveling, such as taking Rhodiola rosea oral liquid in advance. It is not recommended to buy related products locally.
If this product is successfully booked, each adult will receive a local SIM card. The specific data allowance and carrier are subject to the actual item issued on the day of departure.
Please note that seasonal landscapes (e.g., maple leaves, cherry blossoms, rapeseed flowers) are dependent on weather and climate conditions, which may impact your viewing experience.
There may be some privately operated entertainment and consumption venues at the destination. Most of these venues do not have legal business qualifications and may pose various hidden dangers. For your safety and health, tours4fun reminds you to be cautious when consuming at these venues.

Transportation

During the tour, you may be served by different vehicles and service staff.
Please arrive at the designated location on time with your tours4fun booking number and traveler's name. Please take your seat according to the seat number assigned by the staff. The actual traveler must be the same as the traveler listed in the booking.

Accommodation

Most of the hotels at the destination do not provide disposable toiletries.
Due to local economic conditions, transportation, hotel services and facilities, and dining options may differ from those in more developed cities.

Meals

For tour group meals, the travel agency will ensure the hygiene and quantity of the food meet the promised standards. However, meal flavors vary in different regions and may not satisfy your personal preferences.

Reviews

4.8/5

4 Reviews

Reservation4.8

Customer Service5

Accommodation5

Transportation5

Tour Guide4.8

Tour Itinerary4.8

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Noah May 14, 2026

4.8

An incredible overview of China for first-timers. The logistics are very well managed: bullet trains, flights, and private buses all connected smoothly. I especially enjoyed the Dujiangyan irrigation system and the Du Fu Thatched Cottage — quieter stops away from the big crowds. The only downside was the weather in Beijing was cold and windy the day we did the Great Wall, but that's no one's fault. Bring layers and good walking shoes!

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Sophia February 18, 2026

4.8

A fantastic journey through China's highlights. The full day in Jiuzhaigou felt like walking into a fairy tale — the lakes are an unreal shade of blue. The hotels were very comfortable, and the guide handled all the train and flight tickets perfectly. My only minor complaint is that the included lunches were sometimes too similar (lots of rice and veggies), but the dinners offered more variety. A great value for 17 days.

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Isabella December 03, 2025

4.8

I was nervous about traveling to China, but this tour made everything easy. The group was small (10 people) and friendly, and our guide was attentive. The Zhangjiajie national park is just stunning — the Avatar mountains are real! The included Charming Xiangxi show was a fun evening. One small tip: the early morning flight on day 3 is tough, so try to rest the night before. Otherwise, a seamless and memorable trip.

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Ethan September 07, 2025

This tour packs in so much without being overly exhausting. Learning Tai Chi from a master at Wudang Mountain was a unique cultural experience I didn't expect. Seeing the pandas in Chengdu and then the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an back-to-back was a history lover's dream. The glass skywalk on Tianmen Mountain was terrifying but thrilling. I wish we had one more evening free in Shanghai, but overall an excellent itinerary.

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