We are here in Chengdu, the Sichuan region of China as we head out to see the Panda's, eat some hot pot and go on a street food tour on the back of TukTuks.
Flying The Nest explores Chengdu's pandas, street food, and cultural quirks - from ear cleaning to face-changing opera - in a family-friendly adventure throughS
Flying The Nest's Chengdu trip is a whirlwind of pandas, spicy food, and cultural surprises. From the hilarious matchmaking corner at People's Park to the surreal ear cleaning in a bamboo park, they dive into Sichuan life. The panda research base reveals adorable giants and red pandas, while hot pot and street food tours deliver unforgettable flavors. The face-changing opera leaves them in awe. A family-friendly adventure that's both authentic and fun.
We are here in Chengdu, the Sichuan region of China as we head out to see the Panda's, eat some hot pot and go on a street food tour on the back of TukTuks. Get 10% discount on China trips and 5% on other destinations when booking with Your Travel Nation. - Just mention our name! ✈️ Grab Our Google...
Chengdu Travel: Pandas, Street Food & Cultural Surprises
Embark on a culinary adventure with the Flying The Nest family as they explore the vibrant street food scene of Chengdu, China. Their Chengdu escapade includes a thrilling tuk-tuk tour, a heartwarming encounter with pandas, and an indulgent hot pot feast. This family's travelogue promises a captivating blend of cultural immersion and delicious discoveries, making it an unmissable watch for any armchair traveler.
Attractions in this video: Giant Panda Research Base, People's Park, Jinli Ancient Street, Face Changing Opera
<p>Flying The Nest's Chengdu adventure begins with a smooth flight into the panda capital, where they immediately notice the city's obsession with pandas—from airport merch to bus stops. After a challenging start with payment apps, they rely on Wise to navigate transactions. Their first stop is People's Park, where they discover a unique matchmaking corner—a 'old school Tinder' with written bios and requirements. Then they head to Riverview Park, a bamboo-filled haven with tea houses and a surprisingly empty theme park (dubbed 'Teimu Disneyland') where they enjoy a roller coaster for just $8 AUD.</p><p>The highlight is the ear cleaning experience: Steve gets his ears cleaned by a professional using a head torch and special tools, while Jess gets a shoulder massage, all while sipping tea in bamboo chairs. The next day, they visit the giant panda research base, learning fascinating facts: pandas eat 30-40kg of bamboo daily, only 20 of 140 species, and have a 50% twin birth rate with the mother often rejecting the smaller one. They spot red pandas, which are technically the only true pandas. The family enjoys panda-themed ice cream and merch.</p><p>Back in the city, they experience Sichuan hot pot with numbing peppers, then stroll down Jinli Ancient Street (1,700 years old) with silk shops, stinky tofu, and a robot coffee shop. They catch a face-changing opera performance, amazed by the rapid mask changes. The evening ends with a street food tour on 'three wheelers' (tuk tuks), sampling dan bing (savory pancakes), 'strange tasting potatoes' with cumin, dumpling wrappers with sauce, and dan dan noodles. The kids love the food, and the family finds Chengdu incredibly family-friendly. They highly recommend the city for its unique blend of culture, pandas, and delicious food.</p>
