Prepare to be spellbound on this once-in-a-lifetime trip as adoptees experience the unique opportunity to reconnect with their first country and culture. Climb the Great Wall and explore the iconic spots in Beijing; take in the ancient wonders of Xian with the Terra Cotta Horses and Warriors Museum.

You’ll also enjoy China’s rustic countryside, enjoy family “downtime” and the hands-on activities throughout. The carefully crafted itinerary provides an array of experiences as it travels and provides both a broad and “dialed-in” perspective inside this vast country.

This tour starts and ends in two different cities with claims to the title: “Largest”. Beijing has the largest geographical area and Shanghai has the largest population. The trips to your child’s province on days 8-10 are customized according to your preferences and price is determined accordingly.

Explore this exquisite province, traveling deep into Yunnan which has both natural beauty and an amazing array of ethnically diverse cultures. It’s a great place to visit any time of year with the winters being mild, with lows rarely dropping below freezing and sunny winter days are often that perfect temperature where you can wear a coat, or not, and still be comfortable. There is a well-known proverb in Yunnan, which says “the mountains are high and the emperor is far away,” which is a way of explaining why people here have a much more relaxed way of viewing politics and official policies. You can take in the beauty of Yunnan as you travel.

As you explore the trails along Tiger Leaping Gorge, you can realize it as a dream come true for hikers and bikers. You also get to explore the area that is considered “Shangri-La” in Milton’s Paradise Lost epic. This trip has it all for you to really dig into authentic China.

This is an ideal trip if you want to explore natural beauty of mountains and valleys while visiting key sites of the Buddhism. First you will get to absorb the amazing beauty of Jiuzhaigou, which is considered a “cousin” to Yellowstone Park in America. Jiuzhaigou means “valley of nine lakes”.

It is a wonderful place in between mountains, known for its many multi-level waterfalls, colorful lakes and snow peaks with breathtaking beauty. You will also see the largest Buddha ever built and visit the “holy land” of Buddhism. Of course, while you are in this Sichuan province, we include a visit to the Panda Research and Breeding Center.

This is THE trip to write home about and to tell your friends about—it is not for the faint of heart as you travel to Tibet and to elevations of roughly 15,000 feet above sea level.!! Enjoy key sites of multiple ethnic and minority groups. Visit Lijiang, Shangri-La, Tibet and take in the local flavor of these unspoiled areas in outermost regions of China. Visit the home of a local Tibetan family and enjoy a tea-drinking ceremony.

Visit the most recognizable Tibetan symbol—the Potala Palace. It is said to contain 1,000 rooms, 10,000 altars and 200,000 Buddhist statues.

Embark on a life-changing journey of self-discovery and connection with the Seeking Roots program. Embrace your heritage, explore your roots, and uncover the possibilities that await you in China. Our program is tailored for adult adoptees, perhaps 20-30 years of age, who may wish to explore their heritage and roots in a deeper way. Spending time in one’s province and hometown area may provide some links to birth family members and will definitely deepen the understanding and knowledge of your birth country.

If you are seeking a transformative journey of self-discovery and connection, the Seeking Roots itinerary is designed for you.

Province Home Stay
Lotus is pleased to arrange for certain provinces to experience a local home stay week with a local area family.

Our Goal
Experience daily life in your hometown province as a Chinese national through a week of sample “glimpses.”

Accompany family members on activities like grocery shopping at local markets or using public transport to visit parks for Tai Chi or Kungfu lessons. While you won’t know the area like a local resident, Lotus Travel offers homestay experiences arranged with local hosts in select provinces.

Visit Plan
Experience daily life in your hometown province as a Chinese national through a week of sample “glimpses.” Accompany family members on activities like grocery shopping at local markets or using public transport to visit parks for Tai Chi or Kungfu lessons.