18-Day Family Travel Itinerary Overview
Immersive travel experience for families with children aged 4-12
Itinerary Overview
Basic Information
- Duration: 18 days (August-September 2026)
- Total budget: €10,300 (for 4 people)
- Exchange rate reference: 1€ ≈ 8 RMB
- Travel route: Beijing → Xi’an → Chengdu → Guilin → Shanghai
Core Requirements
- Child-friendly (suitable for ages 4-12)
- Family-oriented (avoid rushing)
- Safe and convenient (medical/transport保障)
- Progressive rhythm: “History → Nature → Family activities”
Days in Each City
4 days
Beijing
3 days
Xi’an
4 days
Chengdu
4 days
Guilin
3 days
Shanghai
Cities and Attractions
Beijing · Historical Culture + Family Nature
4-day in-depth experience to feel the historical heritage of the ancient capital, combined with interesting parent-child interactions
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Must-visit attractions | Forbidden City (children’s version guide), Mutianyu Great Wall (cable car + slide), Summer Palace (boat tour), Temple of Heaven, Shichahai |
| Family activities | Hutong cycling, Peking Opera mask painting, Forbidden City treasure hunt |
| Notes | Book family tickets for Forbidden City, bring sun protection and mosquito repellent, avoid midday heat |
Xi’an · Ancient Capital Culture + Handcraft Activities
3 days exploring the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, experiencing traditional crafts, and feeling historical depth
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Must-visit attractions | Terracotta Warriors (family guide), Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Xi’an City Wall, Datang Everbright City |
| Special activities | Terracotta figurine making (parent-child collaboration), Hanfu experience |
| Notes | Book morning session for Terracotta Warriors, choose child trailer for city wall cycling |
Chengdu · Panda Encounters + Leisurely Life
4 days getting close to national treasure pandas, experiencing Sichuan’s slow life, and enjoying family time
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Must-visit attractions | Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Dujiangyan Irrigation System, Kuanzhai Alleys, Qingcheng Mountain |
| Family activities | Panda volunteer experience (€300/family), Sichuan cuisine cooking class, People’s Park experience |
| Dining recommendations | Shudaxia Hotpot (children’s meal), Longchaoshou (dumplings), Daronghe Restaurant |
Guilin · Landscape Scenery + Rural Family Activities
4 days immersed in landscapes, experiencing rural fun, and enjoying natural family time
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Must-visit attractions | Li River bamboo rafting (4-person family raft), Yulong River cycling, Elephant Trunk Hill, Longji Rice Terraces |
| Special experiences | Li River fishing fire performance, Yulong River fishing |
| Transport tips | Choose scenic area shuttle bus for Li River, self-driving recommended for Longji Rice Terraces |
Shanghai · Modern City + Family Amusement
3 days feeling urban charm, enjoying family amusement parks, and creating happy memories
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Must-visit attractions | Shanghai Disneyland, Shanghai Science and Technology Museum, Natural History Museum, The Bund, Yu Garden |
| Children’s activities | Disneyland children’s rides, Natural History Museum interactive experiments, The Bund double-decker bus |
| Shopping recommendations | Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street (Lego flagship store), City God Temple intangible cultural heritage gifts |
Important Travel Tips
- Book panda volunteer experience 1 month in advance
- Forbidden City requires family ticket reservation with 4 people’s ID information
- Terracotta Warriors recommend morning session to avoid afternoon heat
- Bring children’s sun protection and mosquito repellent
- Arrange 1 main attraction + 1 light activity daily to ensure rest time
