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IN PURSUIT OF PANDAS 9-DAY ITINERARY, CLASSIC TOUR Discover China's historical cities and visit the charismatic giant pandas. Experience some of the most impressive historical, cultural and natural sites in China, including the Great Wall and the Forbidden City in Beijing, the Terracotta Warriors in Xian, and the Panda Conservation Center in Chengdu. DAY 1: DEPART THE U.S. Depart on your overnight flight from the U.S. to China. DAY 2: ARRIVE IN BEIJING Upon arrival in Beijing, be met and transferred to your hotel. DAY 3: BEIJING Sightseeing today includes a stroll through Tiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao's Mausoleum to the treasure-filled Forbidden City, which has the largest and best-preserved collection of ancient buildings in China. You will also visit the unique Temple of Heaven. Your evening meal includes the local delicacy, Peking duck. (B, L, D) DAY 4: BEIJING Walk on the Great Wall to appreciate 2,000 years of historical significance while admiring panoramic views. The Great Wall is China's most iconic attraction, and stretches over 4,000 miles from the Shanhaiguan Pass on the east coast to the Gobi Desert in the west. Also tour the exquisite Summer Palace and see a fascinating Chinese acrobatic show in the evening. (B, L, D) DAY 5: BEIJING TO XIAN Fly to Xian, the former ancient capital, and walk along the ancient city wall. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Shui Jiao dumpling meal, followed by a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing. (B, L, D) DAY 6: XIAN TO CHENGDU See the acclaimed the Terracotta Warriors, created over 2,000 years ago to accompany Emperor Qin Shihuang into the afterlife. Later today, fly to Chengdu. (B, L, D) DAY 7: CHENGDU – DAY TOUR TO LESHAN Travel to Leshan to visit the Grand Buddha, the world's largest stone- carved Buddha statue. You will take a short boat trip to view the statue from the river. Return to Chengdu, visiting the old town of Huanglongxi en route. Sample a delicious Sichuan meal in the evening. (B, L, D) Macau Air Road Hong Kong Inbound (1N) Beijing (3N) Shanghai Xian (1N) Chengdu (3N) 0 400 miles 0 400 km Leshan 10 | In Pursuit of Pandas Terracotta Warriors, Xian