8-Day Beijing Xian Shanghai Tour

Tour Features: This classical China tour takes you to the best sights of China's three "capitals," the modern political capital of Beijing, the ancient dynastic capital of Xian, and the commercial capital of Shanghai. You will visit the major tourist sites such as Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors as well as Bund in Shanghai.

Tour Fares: From USD645/Person

Destinations: Beijing, Xian, Shanghai

Itinerary:

Day 01: Beijing

Arrive at Beijing, the capital of China. Clear the immigration & customs and pick up your luggage, which may take about 60mins. Be greeted at the exit of luggage claim area by the private guide holding a sign with your name.
Be transferred about 60mins to hotel for check in. Free & easy day for your to adjust the jetlag.
Overnight in Beijing.

Day 02 Beijing (B, L)

0630-0900 breakfast at hotel.
0900-1700 full day tour as follows:
Today’s tour starts at northern part of Tian'anmen Square. Seeing the Tian’anmen Rostrum, it is the symbol of new China. You could see two pairs of 600 years old stone lions, the ornamental columns, the outer golden water bridge and so on. Besides, having chance to view all constructions from distance. Such as the National Flag Pole, the Monument to the People's Hero, the Chairman Mao Zedong Memorial Hall, the Great Hall of People, and the National Museum. From there you will proceed to the Forbidden City, the largest and best-preserved ancient imperial palaces group with 500 years history in the world. Visit the Forbidden City along the central axis from south to north for about 2 hours.

After lunch, you'll visit the Temple of Heaven -- the largest ancient imperial worship architecture group in the world where the ancient Emperors prayed for peace and harvest. After that, a short visit to a pearl free market not missed. You will enjoy a peaceful time by walking through the old backstreets, also called Hutongs, to touch the local life. There are also a lot of bars and nice restaurants where you can take a short break. There is also rickshaw available in the Hutongs for your own interest (your own cost). Back to hotel.
Overnight in Beijing.

Day 03 Beijing (B, L)

0630-0800 breakfast at hotel.
0800-1700 full day tour as follows:
The highlight today is to conquer the Badaling Great Wall, a symbol of the Chinese ancient civilization. Upon arriving at the Great Wall, you can either take cable car uphill or hike along the stairs on the wall(cable car is not included, you can choose based on your own interests). You may spend 2-3 hours on the symbol of the Chinese ancient civilization. You will also have 45 minutes for a short visit of Jade Carving Factory. The jade carving is a famous special Chinese product, a blend of the excellent skill on carving and Chinese traditional cultures. In the afternoon drive back to city and stop by the Olympic venues, which are more often to be known as Bird Nest and Water Cube. You can take some photos outside. Following is a visit to the Summer Palace, a summer resort for Empress Dowager Ci Xi. Back to hotel.
Overnight in Beijing.

Day 04 Beijing/Xian by fast train (about 5hrs) (B)

Breakfast at hotel.
Pickup by driver from your hotel and transfer to Beijing West Train Station for the high speed train to Xian. You will arrive at Xian North Train Station. Collect your luggage, disembark the train and follow the exit signs out of the station. Meet your guide and transfer to downtown of Xian.

In the afternoon you will visit the ancient City Wall. The Xian City Wall is the best preserved, oldest and largest ancient city defense system in China. You can either walk on top of the wall or rent a bike and ride along the wall (battery car and bike rental are optional, you can free to choose based your own interests). Followed by a leisure time at Muslim quarter which is lined with shops selling souvenirs and numerous local snacks. Enjoy your free evening to see the night lights of Xian (suggested places like Drum & Bell Tower Square, South Gate of City Wall, Qujiang Lake, Tang Everbright City, etc.).

Overnight in Xian.

Day 05 Xian/Shanghai by soft-sleeper train (B, L)

0630-0900 breakfast at hotel.
0900-1630 full day tour as follows:
Pick you up at Xian hotel, you will visit Terracotta Army (1hr driving from city). The Terracotta Warriors are the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. It has been announced as the world cultural heritage by UNESCO. The museum comprises three buildings with a total area of 22,780 square meters (Approx. 5 acres). There are more than 8,000 life-size Terra-cotta soldiers and horses excavated from this area which all displayed in the practical battle formation in 3 pits respectively. After a 2-3hour visit to the Terra Cotta Museum, you will have a quick Chinese lunch and get back to Xian city and enjoy a free time at Big Goose Pagoda Culture Square, which is the best culture square in Xian themed in Tang Dynasty culture. If time coincides, you will see the amazing fountain show with music. After the tour, transfer to railway station and board soft-sleeper train to Shanghai. 

Overnight at the soft-sleeper train

Day 06 Shanghai (L)

Upon arrival in Shanghai, collect your luggage and go outside the exit where your private guide will be waiting for you. Be escorted to your private vehicle for transfer to your hotel in Shanghai. After a short break at hotel, you will visit the Yuyuan Garden for a taste of old Shanghai, Ming style gardens, with pavilions, streams, and pools. Don't miss the huge Dragon Wall (the dragon is protecting the garden), red fish swimming in the Lotus Pool, or the zig-zag Bridge of Nine Turns – the zig-zags foil the demons (who don't turn corners very well). Then you will visit Old City area, there is a local market where you can buy silk umbrellas, calligraphy, Chinese toys, paper dragons, embroidery. Followed by a free time at Xintiandi Area that combines the old and new looks of Shanghai. In the evening, walking along the Nanjing Road and the Bund, the wide promenade along the Huangpu river. You can watch the ships go by on the river, boats large and small, barges and ferries (there are telescopes for closer views). Just imagine the Bund a century ago, teeming with junks and sampans, loading and unloading at the wharves. Back to hotel.
Overnight in Shanghai.

Day 07 Shanghai (B)

Free day at your own exploration in Shanghai.
Overnight in Beijing.

Day 08 Shanghai departure (B)

Transfer to airport by driver and board your departure flight. Service completes.

Tour Fares:

Prices based on 3-Star Hotel 

Prices based on 4-Star Hotel 

Incl. & Excl.:

The Quotations include:

1. Hotel accommodations on twin basis with daily breakfast.
2. Private English speaking local guides during the tour (8hrs per tour day).
3. Private vehicle with experienced driver in all transfers and tours (8hrs per tour day).
4. Entrance tickets of sightseeing as mentioned above.
5. Local lunches as per itinerary.
6. Fast train (2nd class) from Beijing to Xian.
7. Soft-sleeper train from Xian to Shanghai.
8. Complimentary water bottles (2 bottles per person per tour day).

The Quotations exclude:

1. International flights.
2. China Visa.
3. Meals (Guide will give you some suggestions, the cost will on your own).
4. Gratuities to the guide, driver, and hotel bell boy, etc.
5. Personal expenses (travel insurance, cable car, battery car, etc).
6. Travel insurances.
7. Any other items that not indicated in the itinerary.