Youth Music Festival Tour Summary
9 Day Itinerary

DAY 1 - North America / China
Depart North America for China

DAY 2 - Chengdu
Arrive in Chengdu

DAY 3 - Chengdu
Visit the Panda Base Research Station. Discover the Giant Panda and also the Red Panda in this magnificent 600 acre natural setting of lush green bamboo and gardens. Afterwards return to Chengdu to discover the many cultural sights this city has to offer.

DAY 4 - Leshan
Today, travel to the ancient city of Leshan to see the Giant Buddha. This is the largest sitting stone Buddha in the world and measures 71 meters ( 230 ft ) in height and was carved from the cliff face hundreds of years ago. Also explore the city of Leshan.

DAY 5 - Dujiangyan
Visit the Dujiangyan irrigation system and park which is a miracle of Chinese ingenuity.

DAY 6 - Sanxingdui / Chengdu
This morning you will visit the Sanxingdui Museum. In the afternoon return to Chengdu to prepare for the music festival opening night. Tonight will be an extravaganza of music presented by invited bands and orchestras from around the world.

DAY 7 - Chengdu
Today you will perform at the Golden Opera House. Tonight will be a banquet in a Traditional Chinese Tea House followed by the famous Chinese, 'changing faces' show from the Sichuan Opera.

DAY 8 - Chengdu
Today you will perform in the Chengdu Hall at the International Convention Centre or the Pride Concert Hall. Afterwards, participate in structured music workshops with other students and teachers from each country.

This evening will be the closing ceremony of the festival. Invitees will perform tonight to close the festival. The judges will also present every participating group with their participation award and prize.

DAY 9 - Chengdu / North America
Depart Chengdu and travel home with wonderful memories of your tour.

NOTES: The Festival managers retain the right to alter or amend the order of the itinerary. Details of day and location for the performance outside the Festival venue will be advised closer to the festival date.