Where We Will Travel

The reason for this trip is Lilli. She is the focus; however, having to remain in one of the oldest civilizations and most amazing cultures for a minimum of 2 weeks, we are allowed the opportunity to drink in a little of the history and splendor that China has to offer.
We will fly from Sydney to Beijing and start our trip in Beijing (1) with a visit to the Great wall, Tian'an Men Square, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, and Ming Tombs. A lot to do in a few short days but with an experienced guide in tow it is all possible.
Next we will take the overnight train (private sleeper car) to Xian (2). Joe will meet us here and we will meet our daughter. We will spend a week in Xian completing all the necessary paperwork for Lilli AnHui to legally become our daughter in the eyes of China. In the spare moments in Xian, we will visit the Xian Children's Welfare Institute (orphanage) where Lilli spent her first years. We will also visit the Terracotta Army, Panda Preservation Center, and Bell Tower.
From Xian, we will board a China Southern flight to Guangzhou(3). In Guangzhou, the focus will be completing Lilli's US adoption paperwork at the US Consulate located here. We will also complete the necessary paperwork for Lilli's Australian Visa so she can come home. While in Guangzhou, there are several days available for sight seeing and a little shopping too. We will be staying on Shamian Island and from there, we hope to visit the Animal Park, partake in an evening cruise on the Pearl River, and walk through one of the National Gardens.
From here, it will be time for some Disney magic as we depart for a 3 hour van ride to Hong Kong(4)! We will enjoy the fun of Disney, but also visit Victoria Peak and take a ride on the Star Ferry.
Finally we will depart Hong Kong for Sydney and begin the real journey... as a family of seven!