Essential China & Panda Volunteering - 14 days
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Essential China & Panda Volunteering

Duration14 days

BUDGET TOUR: Spend two days volunteering with China's emblematic pandas at the famous research centre in Chengdu, helping to feed the bears, clean their enclosure and get up and close and personal with them. Plus, take in the famous Terracotta Army in Xi'an, tour Dujiangyan and spend a night camping on the famous Great Wall of China. End your adventure in Beijing, the captivating Chinese capital.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour overview

Duration14 days
StartsChengdu
EndsBeijing
RangeEssentials
Tour GuideEscorted by a bi-lingual adventure leader
Group SizeMin 3 / Max 16
Minimum age18
DepartsWednesdays
Hotel RatingHostel dorm accommodation
CountriesChina
Arrival TransferNo
Departure TransferNo
Meals includedNone Provided
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Based on 2 passengers
Passengers
Adults (18+)
Children (0 - 17)
Your deal
Shown in ZAR
Per person from
R 63,565.00
Deposit from
R 10,000.00
From
R 127,130.00

Tour Highlights

Dujiangyan City - Take a guided day trip to see the ancient irrigation system and hike to Qingchengshan
Chengdu - Spend two days volunteering with adorable pandas at the Panda Research Centre
Xi'an - Marvel at the giant Terracotta Army and enjoy an optional bike ride along the historic Xi'an city walls
Shaolin - Choose to visit the home of Kung Fu at Shaolin Temple or pay a visit to the UNESCO-listed Longmen Grottoes instead
The Great Wall - Hike along a deserted section of the wall and camp beside it, waking early the next day to watch the sunrise
Beijing - Explore the Chinese capital independently, with optional excursions to the Forbidden City and Nanluo district

Included

12 nights hostel dorm & 1-night camping at the Great Wall
Escorted by a bi-lingual adventure leader (your tour leader will change several times throughout the tour)
2-day panda volunteering experience at the Panda Research Centre in Chengdu
All relevant transportation as per itinerary - mix of private & public transport
Dujiangyan City day tour
Terracotta Warriors visit
2x Mandarin lessons with your Tour Leader
Great Wall of China hike & overnight camping experience
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Not Included

International flights and visa
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Optional activities - paid locally
Airport transfers