Duration

5 Days

Tour Type

Private & Bespoke

Tour Style

Classic

About This Trip

This Chengdu family journey brings together close-up panda viewing, interactive science discovery, and everyday local life in traditional teahouse. It continues with creative panda-inspired workshop in the city center and a visit to Sanxingdui Museum, home to extraordinary archaeological finds from an ancient civilization. The itinerary is designed to keep teenagers engaged through hands-on experiences while offering parents a balanced introduction to Chengdu’s culture, history, and contemporary city life.

Itinerary Summary

DAYPLACEHIGHLIGHTS
1 ChengduArrival
2ChengduGiant Pandas, People’s Park Teahouse Culture, Kuanzhai Alley Historic Street
3ChengduSichuan Science and Technology Museum, IFS Giant Climbing Panda Sculpture, Art/Craft Experience at Panda Creative Workshop
4ChengduSanxingdui Museum, Lost Civilization Heritage Exploration
5ChengduDeparture
Quick Question

Itinerary

Upon arrival in Chengdu, you will be met at the airport and transferred privately to your hotel.

The rest of the day is free for rest and recovery after your journey. Depending on arrival time, you may explore the neighborhood at your own pace or simply relax at the hotel and prepare for the exciting days ahead in Chengdu.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

Begin your journey at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, observing giant pandas in carefully designed naturalistic habitats. From playful cubs to relaxed adults, this is one of China’s most iconic wildlife experiences and a highlight for all ages.

Continue to People’s Park, a lively gathering place where locals enjoy traditional tea culture, outdoor games, and social life. Sit down at a traditional teahouse and watch Chengdu’s famously relaxed lifestyle unfold in real time.

Afterwards, proceed to Kuanzhai Alley, a beautifully restored historic district blending traditional architecture with modern cafés, boutique shops, and street snacks.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

Start the day at the Sichuan Science and Technology Museum, a modern interactive science center with hands-on exhibits on robotics, aerospace, physics, and digital technology. It offers an engaging, experience-based way to explore science for visitors of all ages.

In the afternoon, head to the IFS district on Chunxi Road, the heart of modern Chengdu. See the iconic giant panda sculpture climbing the facade of the IFS building, and explore one of the city’s most dynamic urban areas, with a mix of shopping, dining, and contemporary city life.

Join a Panda-themed creative workshop, where you can paint your own panda figurine or take part in other hands-on creative activities inspired by Chengdu’s most beloved symbol. Panda-themed nail art or personalized crafts can also be arranged for those interested.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

Today, travel to the Sanxingdui Museum, one of China’s most extraordinary archaeological sites. Discover mysterious bronze masks, gold artifacts, and ancient sculptures from a lost civilization dating back over 3,000 years, offering a glimpse into a strikingly different chapter of Chinese history.

Return to Chengdu in the afternoon. The rest of the day is free at leisure.

Optional Activities

  • Enjoy Chengdu hot pot, one of the city’s most renowned culinary traditions.
  • Visit a local café or bookstore in the Taikoo Li area.
  • Attend a Sichuan opera face-changing show for a lively cultural performance experience.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

End of your Chengdu family journey, leaving with unforgettable memories of pandas, culture, technology, and ancient civilizations.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eI highly recommend Inner Mongolia Jiuhong Travel Service Co., Ltd. The team is very easy to work with, has excellent ideas and the guides are knowledgeable and easy to be with. Very solid itineraries and execution — flexible, high quality, and great value for money.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    James T.
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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eWe visited both Xi’an and Shanghai under Jiuhong’s arrangement and received the same first-class service in both cities. The guides were knowledgeable, flexible, and happy to discuss all aspects of modern China — giving insights difficult to obtain elsewhere. Strongly recommended.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    Greenfly
    Couples · Verified · TripAdvisor
  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eWe had a wonderful action-packed day. Fei Fei was amazing — her knowledge was very impressive and she was a real pleasure to be with. This was certainly the highlight of our stay in this beautiful city. Thanks so much.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    Ludovic V.
    Couples · London, UK · Verified · TripAdvisor

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