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8 Days of History and City Lights in Beijing, Xi’an&Shanghai

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Explore China’s icons in 8 days: Beijing’s Forbidden City and Great Wall, Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors, and Shanghai’s modern skyline, blending history, culture, and breathtaking sights.

Key Details

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  • English, Chinese
  • Boarding location:Total 2 boarding locations Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK);Airport West Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing; Complimentary Airport Pick-up on the first day of your tour: 13:00 and 18:00. (Please be noticed the listed time refers to the meeting time with our staff after claiming your baggage.) Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX);GC56+W6C, Daxing District, Beijing, China; Complimentary Airport Pick-up on the first day of your tour: 13:00 and 18:00. (Please be noticed the listed time refers to the meeting time with our staff after claiming your baggage.) Drop-off location:Totally 2 drop-off locations Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG);4RV5+P8J, Yingbin Expy, Pudong, Shanghai, China; For detailed information, please refer to the last day’s itinerary. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA);No. 2550, Hongqiao Road, Changning District, Shanghai; For detailed information, please refer to the last day’s itinerary.

Highlights

  • Walk across Tiananmen Square
  • Climb the Great Wall at Mutianyu
  • Discover Xi’an’s Terracotta Army
  • Stroll Nanjing Road & the Bund
  • Wander Yu Garden in Shanghai

Inclusions

  • Ride in comfortable, professionally maintained vehicles, chosen based on the number of guests
  • Travel with expert drivers and guides (or driver-guide) for a smooth, insightful journey
  • 7 Nights Hotel Accommodations
  • In-hotel breakfasts (two breakfast coupons per room per day) and twelve special meals listed in the itinerary
  • Beijing to Xi'an high-speed rail second-class ticket, Xi'an to Shanghai economy class air ticket.
  • Admission tickets listed in the itinerary: Palace Museum, Summer Palace (cruise tour fee included), Mutianyu Great Wall, Temple of Heaven; Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, Huaqing Palace, Da Ci'en Temple, Xi'an Ancient City Wall; Yu Garden.
  • Gratuties for driver and tour guide
  • Taxes and Fees

Exclusions

  • Round-trip airfare to and from China, airport taxes, and visa fees
  • Personal expenses and other expenses not listed in the Cost Includes.

Not Suitable For

  • Wheelchair users

Good to Know

  • By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
  • Pickup time may differ from the voucher start time. Confirm with the operator after booking and check the “Meeting & Pick-up” section for details.
  • Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour.
  • Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks. Children under 6 may need a booster seat (rental available, contact operator).

Not Allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking
  • Alcohol and drugs

What to Bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Cash

Description

Day 1 · Arrival in Beijing Complimentary airport pick-up at PEK/PKX at 13:00 or 18:00. Transfer to hotel. Meals: Not included Hotel: Wanda Realm Beijing; similar Day 2 · Beijing Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Summer Palace. Itinerary: Tiananmen Square (30 mins) -- Palace Museum (3 hrs) -- Summer Palace (1.5 hrs, incl. cruise; winter: -¥20/person) Meals: B, L, D Hotel: Wanda Realm Beijing; similar Day 3 · Beijing Tour the Mutianyu Great Wall and Olympic Park. Itinerary: Mutianyu Great Wall (3 hrs) -- Olympic Park: Bird’s Nest & Water Cube (outside, 1 hr) Meals: B, L, D Hotel: Wanda Realm Beijing; similar Day 4 · Beijing – Xi’an Morning visit Temple of Heaven, then high-speed train to Xi’an. Itinerary: Temple of Heaven (1 hr) -- Train to Xi’an (no guide onboard) Meals: B, L, D Hotel: Wyndham Grand Xi’an South; similar Day 5 · Xi’an Visit Terracotta Warriors, Huaqing Palace, Muslim Street, Bell & Drum Tower Square, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and Datang Everbright City. Itinerary: Terracotta Warriors (3 hrs) -- Huaqing Palace (1 hr) -- Muslim Street (1 hr) -- Bell & Drum Tower Sq. (30 mins) -- Big Wild Goose Pagoda (1 hr, tower ticket not included) -- Free time at Datang Everbright City Meals: B, L, D Hotel: Wyndham Grand Xi’an South; similar Day 6 · Xi’an – Shanghai Climb Xi’an City Wall at Yongning Gate, then fly to Shanghai. Itinerary: Xi’an City Wall (1 hr) -- Flight to Shanghai (no guide onboard) Meals: B, L, D Hotel: Jin Jiang Hotel; similar Day 7 · Shanghai Visit Yu Garden, Town God’s Temple, Shanghai Museum, French Concession, Nanjing Road, and the Bund. Itinerary: Yu Garden (1 hr) -- Town God’s Temple (1 hr) -- Shanghai Museum (1.5 hrs) -- French Concession (1 hr) -- The Bund & Nanjing Road (1.5 hrs) Meals: B, L, D Hotel: Jin Jiang Hotel; similar Day 8 · Departure from Shanghai One drop-off transfer provided at 07:00 to PVG/SHA. Earlier flights require self-arranged taxi. Meals: B

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