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China Family Tours

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China Family Tours

What better way to enrich your family’s cultural awareness than by introducing them to China’s rich cultural and historical diversity?

Our China family tours are designed with the needs of families in mind. They offer numerous child friendly itineraries, opportunities for kids to learn and appreciate China’s uniqueness at specially designed classes, natural sites and accommodation that is suited to the traveling family.

Your China family tour is just that – a China tour for your family and your family only. You and your children will have the personalized attention of your own local bilingual tour guide in every destination, allowing you to move through the tour at the pace that suits your family best! Designed to keep little people and teens interested and open their minds to a new world, ChinaTours.com China family tours are flexible, fun, and the perfect way to make beautiful family travel memories.

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We’re a family business, so we understand that traveling with loved ones can be a lot of fun, but also bring with it the challenges of being together in close proximity. That’s why we’ve created ways to make life easier on our China family tours. Our goal is that you enjoy every part of your experience with us.

One of the best things about all our China family tours is that they’re delivered as private tours. This means you never need to worry about whether your kids are having a ‘bad’ day or can’t keep up with the tour itinerary. If you need more time in one location, no problem. You can relax because your family’s own personal guide in every destination is there to help you along the way, making things easier – and most importantly – lots of fun. Discover what so many of our customers have found on a China family tour: that a whole new world of enriching experiences opens up.

Ready to discover China together? Let’s design your family’s next travel memories.

Why book a China family adventure with ChinaTours.com?

As a family owned business, we understand the challenges and joys of traveling with family. It’s why we’ve taken special care to attend to every detail of our China family tours.

What does this mean for you?

It means your China family adventure is just that – a China tour just for your family. Because we understand every family is different, we’ve designed each China family tour package as a private tour. That way, you can take the tour at a pace that works for you.

Our China family tours are designed to be totally family friendly; we’ve thought of everything from accommodation, style of travel, dining options, optional activities and more. With the needs of families in mind, these specially created China family vacations offer family friendly itineraries that are relaxed and fun. Inclusive of opportunities for kids to learn and appreciate China’s uniqueness through a thoughtful selection of cities, classes, natural sights and accommodation, we’re sure you’ll find an adventure suited to your family.

What’s included in our China family tours?

Our China family tours take in some of China’s most iconic destinations – Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai and others, including Zhangjiajie, the Yangtze River, and Chengdu. We’ve also created opportunities for families to experience the incredible history of once-in-a-lifetime attractions, such as the Great Wall of China, Terracotta Army, and naturally, China’s national treasure, the incredibly popular Giant Pandas.

What’s different about ChinaTours.com China family tours?

We understand traveling with a family can keep you busy, even on holidays regardless of the age of children. That’s why our China family tours have been designed to cater especially to the needs of families traveling in China. While our itineraries include many sights, attractions, and family friendly activities, we can always tailor your tour with additional destinations and inclusions.

Every China family tour includes:

  • Flexible itineraries that accommodate little feet – Delivered as a private tour, families can enjoy maximum flexibility with the timing of daily activities being more relaxed around family holiday timetables.
  • Optional fun activities – While our China family adventures are rich in sights, attractions, and some of China’s most exciting cities, we also offer families the option of including additional fun activities: kite-making, calligraphy, kung fu classes, special panda experiences and more.
  • Child safety seats in all transport vehicles – The safety of your family is our priority and we only work with vehicle transport operators who demonstrate impeccable safety records. We accommodate the special needs of families with young children, providing child safety seats as required.
  • Adjoining hotel rooms and extra beds – For your convenience, family friendly accommodation can be arranged for your China family adventure. When making your booking, simply let us know if you require adjoining hotel rooms and extra beds, and our team of friendly China tour consultants will take care of every detail.
  • Centrally located hotels  – After a day of touring, it’s good to know there’s not far to go to access food options that suit family mealtimes and budgets. With all our four and five star hotels centrally located, there are numerous options, including Western cuisine in your hotel.
  • Access to hotel facilities – Need some quiet time while on China family adventure? You and your family can take advantage of the hotel’s facilities. Relax by the pool, order room service from the hotel robot, or just take time out in your room.

Looking for a custom China family tour?

Some families love a sense of adventure and we can understand why. There’s a whole world to explore and China is rich in history, culture, and experiences. And it’s just one of the reasons we offer our customers the flexibility of designing their own custom family tour if our set itineraries don’t cover everything you want to see. Of course, there is always the option to travel to the destinations on these tours, which include Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai, Zhangjiajie, the Yangtze River, and Chengdu. However, if your family wants to explore more, we can arrange that with ease.

With a network across the country that extends to over 20 different destinations, we have just about every corner covered. And understanding that too many pagodas and temples might not captivate the minds of your little ones or teens, we’ll work with you to incorporate wonderful experiences that are designed to enrich them and build bridges of understanding between cultures. If you’re curious and would like to know more about our custom tours, simply get in touch with our friendly travel consultants.

Discover experiences that create beautiful family memories

We love sharing with our customers how much fun we had planning our China tours for families.

Here’s how we went about it. We thought: What would we like if we were on a China tour with family?

We started by picking the destinations that are most loved by our travelers. In addition to the many highlights found in these amazing cities, we can organize experiences that will truly make for a wonderful time, even for the most reluctant teen, tween or toddler. Here is just a sample of what you add to your family’s tour:

  • Up close experiences with a panda at one of the research centres. We can even organize a hands on volunteer experience
  • Bike riding on the Xi’an city wall. Let your kids ride solo or make it extra fun with a tandem bike.
  • China is rich in craft traditions, including calligraphy and kite-making. Why not book your kids in for a class while on tour?
  • Are your kids into kung fu, or do they just love Kung Fu Panda? Whichever it is, the chance to participate in a lesson with a master will inspire them.
  • Experience an acrobatic spectacular at one of the incredible performances that showcase the very best in Chinese talent.

Another big bonus for families is the freedom to decide the pace you want. It means you can coordinate with your guide for pick ups, meal breaks, and time to explore.

Like to know more about how we make beautiful travel memories for our families? Just ask us!

Family Friendly China Tours

Our claim to creating the best family friendly China tours lightly isn’t made lightly because we know our family travel customers are counting on us. That’s why the travel design team at ChinaTours.com has taken such good care in putting together these itineraries. Combining the best of China with a family friendly pace with optional add on experiences, we think these tours are just the ticket when it comes to exploring China with your nearest and dearest. And if that includes grandparents, we can cater to special accessibility needs too, if required. Just ask us.

10 Days Essence of China and Magical Avatar Mountain Family Tour


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Zhangjiajie Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivate

10 Days Essence of China and Magical Avatar Mountain Family Tour

10 Days Essence of China and Magical Avatar Mountain Family Tour

12 Days Kung Fu Panda Family Tour


Destination
Beijing Luoyang Xi’an Chengdu Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivate

12 Days Kung Fu Panda Family Tour

12 Days Kung Fu Panda Family Tour

13 Days Grand China with Pandas Family Tour


Destination
Beijing Xi’an Chengdu Yangtze River Shanghai
Tour Type
CustomPrivate

13 Days Grand China with Pandas Family Tour

13 Days Grand China with Pandas Family Tour

What’s different about ChinaTours.com China Family Tours?

Our China family tours have been designed to cater especially to the needs of families traveling in China.

You might ask what’s different about our China tours for families and our answer is simple: They’re designed with you in mind. We’re a family and we’ve traveled as a family, so we know about all the challenges. We also understand what makes for a super fun time while you’re far away in another country without all the familiar things you call home. When you travel with us, you’ll learn that every China family tour includes a special gift for our younger guests at the first destination in China, as well as other good things like:

  • Flexible itineraries that accommodate little feet
  • Optional fun activities
  • Child safety seats in all transport vehicles
  • Adjoining hotel rooms and extra beds, if required
  • Centrally located hotels that make it easy to access food options to suit family mealtimes and budgets
  • Access to hotel facilities, such as swimmings pools

If you are traveling with children, we will do everything possible to make sure your holiday experience becomes a beautiful travel memory.


Family Friendly China Tour Activities

Why not add extra fun to your time together on tour? While our set itineraries are lots of fun, there’s even more to be had with the optional add on activities we’ve curated especially for our family customers. Understanding that you’ll want to make the most of every minute on tour, we can work with you to integrate these special experiences into the overall tour schedule so that nothing is missed. We’ll even help your kids complete a ‘Mystery China Mission’ that requires they complete a special task in every destination. Ready for a travel memory with a difference? We’ve got this!

Get up close with a panda

Get up close with a panda

ChinaTours.com can arrange special visits to one of the various research centres where pandas are looked after. Want to volunteer? We can help with that too.

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Bike ride along an ancient city wall

Bike ride along an ancient city wall

Kids will love the adventure of bike-riding along one of the walls still standing in the heart of many Chinese cities. Be sure to ask us how to include this in your tour when you book.

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Try your hand at a traditional Chinese craft

Try your hand at a traditional Chinese craft

The beautiful art of kite-making is one that captivates the imagination of children and adults alike. Why not book a class the whole family can do?

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Make like Po and take a Kung Fu class

Make like Po and take a Kung Fu class

Chinese kung-fu is spectacular and exciting. Take a lesson from the resident experts in any of the major city destinations on our tours. Talk to us to find out how.

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Experience mastery at an acrobatic show

Experience mastery at an acrobatic show

Have your breath taken away at a classic Chinese acrobatic show. With a choice of traditional and contemporary, there’ll be something to excite everyone.

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Complete a Mystery China Mission

Complete a Mystery China Mission

At each destination of your China family tour, kids can complete a special mission activity and create their own beautiful travel memory.

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We can help with these and many more family friendly activities

Speak with one of travel consultants to organize additional activities for your China family tour.

Customize your China family tours

Why ChinaTours.com?


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 Lorna P
Lorna P
Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024
Tripadvisor score 35 day personalised trip of China & Tibet

Oct 2024 • Friends

2 couples just completed a 35 day tour of China using individual English speaking local guides in each area we visited. We planned what we wanted to see and China Tours organised all the linguistics. We travelled by bullet train, cars & a plane to access areas not included in group tours. China Tours also provided us with some smaller boutique hotels at our request, which were amazing. The difference in cost for this personalised tour was great value. All the guides and drivers were very experienced and did their best to give us the most enjoyable experience. China Tours head office representative was always available on WeChat for any questions or changes which could effect our trip. (Such as a typhoon in Hong Kong on our last 2 days) As very experienced self guided travelers we would highly recommend China Tours in a country where the language & logistics are challenging.
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Dennis Yip
Dennis Yip
Reviewed on 3 Nov. 2024
Tripadvisor score Exceptional Experience with ChinaTours!

Oct 2024 • Family

We recently booked a private family vacation with ChinaTours.com for a week-long adventure in Xi'an and Luoyang, and it was nothing short of exceptional! The itinerary was perfectly crafted, allowing sufficient time to explore the iconic sites like the Terracotta Warriors and the breathtaking Longmen Grottoes and many more. Kudos to Ms. Lora of ChinaTours, everything was tailored to our interests, allowing us to explore hidden gems and local favourites. Our English-speaking guides, Felix (方洪杰) for Xi'an & Shirley (周丹丹) for Luoyang, were very knowledgeable and engaging, making history come alive for us. They were not only knowledgeable but also passionate about their cities, sharing stories and insights that enriched our experience beyond the typical tourist narratives. We had the opportunity to witness a few spectacular and mesmerizing cultural and historical performances at a grandeur scale, which added a personal touch to our understanding of the culture and history. The guides were very accommodating in the dining options, which allowed us to savour the delicious local cuisines of the Shaanxi and Henan provinces. The seamless transportation via the minivan and high-speed trains added to our travel experience, making everything relaxing and stress-free. ChinaTours truly thought of everything to ensure our family had an unforgettable trip in China. We highly recommend ChinaTours to anyone looking for a seamless and memorable visit to China!
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Excursion06754325819
Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score Perfect trip in every way

Oct 2024 • Solo

This was a perfect trip in every way. Beautiful hotels, wonderful guides and drivers, sightseeing with explanations! I chose a private tour and the entire 3 week trip was exceptional . The itinerary was adjusted due to weather or unique museums exhibitions! All the hotels were excellent - clean ,modern and great locations with breakfast. New cars and excellent drivers. China Tours is my first choice as an exceptional tour company. They are number one! Very personalize travel , attention to detail and available 24/7. I will rebook with them!
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Robert N
Robert N
Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score China Tours review

Oct 2024 • Friends

If you’re going to China on a vacation, China Tours is the Company you must go with. Their tour guides are knowledgeable, efficient, courteous, and giving. The itinerary we chose was amazing and we were guided through the entire trip by these wonderful tour guides. They were always on time and greeted you with a smile. Once again, I highly recommend China Tours.😊👍😁🤩
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norm T
norm T
Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score China trip dated August 27, – September 16, 2024, seven cities in 3 weeks

Aug 2024 • Solo

China Tours did an excellent job of accommodating and coordinating the necessary paperwork, tickets, guides, setting up WeChat for direct communications such that I could communicate with my guides prior to my arrival, etc. for me to enjoy a relaxing adventure filled with new information. Regarding the guides, each one is very special, they are open to questions. Willing to adjust schedules, share personal information that we can compare to my western experience. Have a sense of humor about them, explain changes that need to be made, and each shares a perspective of China and its 5,000-year-old history and how it is a nation of tribes that work together resulting amazing functional society with the most sophisticated infrastructure the world has ever seen. China can be proud of each guide; each is an asset for changing the wests perspective and embracing all that China is doing to improve the world. I congratulate each of you for your dedication and work ethic to make my experience one I will always appreciate.
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deblau59
deblau59
Reviewed on 26 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score Fantastic Trip Down Memory Lane

Oct 2024 • Friends

Excellent Taiwan tour from China Travels. We found this company on the web and was super pleased with the communications and arrangements through Martha. I was traveling with my sister and 10 friends who had previously lived in Taiwan so we wanted to revisit our childhood. We started in Taipei, then went to Sun Moon Lake, Alishan and Tainan. Taroko Gorge was on our list due to the earthquake damage from last year, we changed places. Our tour guide, Cathy Lin, was great as she added some activities and places to our itinerary that were hidden gems. Very responsive to our needs throughout the tour. My friends were super pleased with the trip. Highly recommend for future travel arrangements.
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dida d
dida d
Reviewed on 25 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score UNFORGETABLE JOURNEY 2024

Sept 2024 • Family

Our family of 4 were really had an amazing private journey with China Tours. We really had a memorable journey in Shanghai, Kunming, Dali and Lijiang. Thanks to Martha who helped us with everything we need during this trip. Thanks to all tour guides and our drivers who were always company us with their patience and expertise. Thumbs Up to all of you. Hoping to see you guys again in another journey.
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baholmes89
baholmes89
Reviewed on 24 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score CHINA WOW!

Oct 2024 • Couples

Fantastic trip. Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, Yangtze River cruise, Shanghai. Guides on time, knowledgeable and good company. Everything went like clockwork. Martha organised all our requests and answered questions promptly. Hotels amazing, cars and drivers professional. Prices much cheaper than UK companies. Would recommend China Tours to all. 5*
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Thomas L
Thomas L
Reviewed on 23 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score Memorable 2 weeks in China.

Oct 2024 • Couples

We fully enjoyed the tour. Beautiful landscapes and comfortable hotels met our expectations. All the tour guides are first rate, many times they went above and beyond our expectations.
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kraig l
kraig l
Reviewed on 7 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score A Day in Xi’an with Cathy

Sept 2024 • Solo

I really enjoyed my recent private tour with China Tours! I remembered I took a China Tours about 13 years ago in Beijing and since I had a long weekend during a recent business trip, I decided to take the chance on them again and booked on-line. Working with Martha via email on short notice and right before the National Holiday, she was able to arrange a 1-day private trip for me to the Terracotta Warriors, Mosque, and the Xi'an Wall with Cathy K. as my tour guide. Even before my tour began, Cathy reached out to me and gave suggested a few sites to visit in the city the afternoon I arrived.

Morning of, pick up time was confirmed via WeChat and Cathy picked me up in a nice minivan and was escorted all day by a VERY knowledgeable tour guide in Cathy. She knew the tour well, the sites visited and their history, shared many welcoming stories and information. Her English was almost perfect and welcoming after a long business trip. More importantly, she knew her city well and made several great food recommendations - local lunch was amazing and so were the pomegranates! She even helped me purchase some jade necklaces as gifts.

Although it rained all day long, Cathy kept the tour upbeat and engaging - cannot say that about my sneakers that did not make the trip home.

The next day, Cathy went the extra mile by making sure I made it to the airport and my flight chatting me Chinese phrases for both the taxi driver and check in counter to ensure if needed I would not miss my flight.

I would like to give a BIG "XIE XIE" to CATHY K - an outstanding tour guide (and food connoisseur)! I very much enjoyed my day (wishing I had longer) and look forward to my return and another China Tours tour with hopefully Cathy K again.
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