asia·Multi-day tour·9 days
9-Day China’s Three Capitals Tour from Beijing: Shanghai, Xi'an | Forbidden City, Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors Museum & Big Wild Goose Pagoda
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What you'll experience
Highlights
- Imperial Grandeur: Explore Beijing's Forbidden City and the majestic, ancient Badaling Great Wall
- Ancient Armies: Discover Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors and the vibrant heritage of the Silk Road
- Cultural Fusion: Stroll through "China's Venice" and enjoy high-speed journeys across historic landscapes
- Futuristic Contrasts: Experience Shanghai's skyline where traditional gardens meet cutting-edge design
9 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Arrival Beijing
Welcome to Beijing! Upon your arrival at the Beijing Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel where you will meet your local guide. Take the opportunity to rest and recover after the flight or head out into the city for your first glimpse of life in China's sprawling capital city. Overnight in Beijing.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Dong Fang Hotel - 2
Day 2 — Beijing (Forbidden City Tour, Temple of Heaven)
After breakfast at your hotel, visit the site that witnessed the founding of the People's Republic of China. Tian'an Men Square is one of the world's most impressive public plazas and stands at the center of Beijing. Visit the Forbidden City. Explore the halls and gardens of the largest ancient palatial structure in the world, the best-preserved imperial palace in China and a site of great historical importance (excl. exhibitions). Visit the Temple of Heaven. Framed amongst the princely imperial styles of the Ming and Qing Dynasties the site is a masterpiece of imperial style and architecture. Enjoy a Tea ceremony or visit a pearl market before transfering back to the hotel. Overnight in Beijing.
Tiananmen Square
Forbidden City
Temple of Heaven
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Dong Fang Hotel - 3
Day 3 — Beijing (Mutianyu Section of the Great Wall Tour, Summer Palace)
After breakfast at your hotel, visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Enjoy this testament to Chinese engineering and ingenuity, a monument to human endeavour set against a backdrop of stunning scenery. (excl. cable car). Visit the tea house. Then, visit the Summer Palace, the former site of retreat for the imperial family. It provides a range of striking views and the opportunity to enjoy Kunming Lake. Its buildings and courtyards are beautifully decorated and charged with historical content (excl. boat, theatre and Longevity Hill). After the visit transfer back to the hotel. Overnight in Beijing.
Mutianyu Great Wall
Summer Palace
Kunming Lake
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Dong Fang Hotel - 4
Day 4 — Beijing - Xi’an (5hrs by high-speed train; included)
Wake up to breakfast at the hotel and begin the day with a tour of Beijing's intricate alleyway 'Hutongs' in style. From here you will be transferred to Beijing West Railway Station in the afternoon to take a high-speed train direction to Xi'an. Once at Xi'an North Railway Station, you will be greeted by a guide who will assist you with the transfer and check-in to your hotel. Overnight in Xi'an.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Aurum International Hotel - 5
Day 5 — Xi'an
Wake up to breakfast at the hotel and get ready for your pick-up for a visit to the Terracotta Warriors Museum. Praised as the eighth wonder of the world, this collection of terracotta warriors, horses, chariots and weapons unearthed at the site of the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor provides a fascinating insight into ancient China. Around 2,000 warriors have been excavated since their chance discover in 1974, but it is estimated that there may be up to an impressive 8,000 in total. This silent army is a fascinating highlight to any tour. On the way back we'll visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. This well-preserved ancient Buddhist pagoda was built in 652 during the Tang Dynasty and it is one of the oldest surviving structures of its kind in China. To wrap up our excursion we'll visit a local jade factory and learn about the process of fining and shaping this beautiful precious stone, adored by the Chinese for its calming effects. Once back in the hotel, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Xi'an.
Terracotta Warriors and Horses
Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Aurum International Hotel - 6
Day 6 — Xi'an - Shanghai (15.5hrs night train; included)
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and take a walk around the city walls, that have been protecting the city over the centuries. Breach the walls and head to the historic Muslim Quarter, a bustling section of the city where the majority of Xi'an's Muslim population live and work. There are several mosques here and several lively market streets. Wander around the market and soak up the bright colourful atmosphere. Take the opportunity to sample a variety of local foods and snacks from the market sellers. In the afternoon, at the indicated time, you will be transferred to Xi'an Railway Station and board into a high-speed train to Shanghai Railway Station. Dinner on board (not incl.). Overnight onboard the night train.
Muslim Quarter
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Overnight train - 7
Day 7 — Shanghai
Early arrival at the Shanghai Railway Station. Our tour representative will meet&greet you and take you to your hotel for breakfast. Leave your luggage at the storeroom of the hotel, and hop on the bus for Shanghai's old town city tour. Constructed 400 years ago during the Ming Dynasty, the colossal modern city of Shanghai has respectfully sprung up around the remains of its older relatives, providing a fascinating window into the past. Visit the sublime Yu Garden, a wonderful example of classical design in the old city centre, a tranquil spot for respite from the modern pace of life. Then, visit the Jade Buddha Temple, celebrated for its two magnificent white Jade Burmese Buddha statues. Stroll along the seafront in The Bund and witness the world-famous Shanghai skyline first-hand. To wrap up our tour, stroll down Nanjing Road, a well-known shopping boulevard with all the energy, bright lights and spectacle of Shanghai condensed into one location. Overnight in Shanghai.
Yu Garden
Jade Buddha Temple
The Bund
The Bund & Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Holiday Inn Express Zhabei Hotel - 8
Day 8 — Shanghai
Wake up the breakfast at the hotel and prepare for another experience. Today we'll drive to Zhujiajiao, water town, commonly called "Venice of China" where we'll spend a half-day walking between the bohemian cafes and eye-catching high rise buildings. The charm of this picturesque town will be a memorable experience. Once back in Shanghai, we'll head out to see the Former French Concession that will unveil the quiet and idle face of Shanghai, with the old European architecture. The elegant boulevards and leafy residential rues, as well as grandiose mansions with chateau-style roofs and turrets, will leave an impression that you entered into a different country. The last stop of the day is the Silk Factory, where we will admire this fine handicraft before heading back to the hotel for the evening. Overnight in Shanghai.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Holiday Inn Express Zhabei Hotel - 9
Day 9 — Depart Shanghai
Enjoy your farewell breakfast at the hotel, then prepare to check out of your room at the scheduled time and transfer to Shanghai Airport for your onward or return flight.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- English-speaking tour guide
- 8 nights' accommodation
- 8 breakfasts
- Arrival private transfer from Beijing Airport to the hotel in Beijing
- Shared air-conditioned transfer throughout the tour
- 1x 2nd class seat on the high-speed train Beijing – Xi’an on day 4 (guides and porterage are not included)
- 1x overnight train (4 beds cabin, soft sleeper) Xi´an – Shanghai on day 6 (guides and porterage are not included)
- Departure private transfer from hotel in Shanghai to Shanghai Airport
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Beijing full-day sightseeing tour (Day 2); Great Wall - Mutianyu section excursion and Summer Palace visit (Day 3); Hutongs visit (Day 4); Terracotta Warriors Museum and Big Wild Goose Pagoda excursion, Jade Factory visit (Day 5): City Wall of Xi’an visit, Muslim Quarter excursion (Day 6); Shanghai full-day city tour (Day 7); Zhujiajio excursion, Former French Concession and Silk factory visit (Day 8)
Not included
- Airport transfer surcharge if arriving/departing before 8 am or after 10 pm
- International nor domestic flights
- China visa fees
- Travel Insurance
- Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
- City tax not included, payable on the spot
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Optional tours
- Porterage and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 3 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 4–11 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 4 days to 11 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 12–16 days before | 60% | Cancellation Made Within 12 days to 16 days prior to departure, Refund 60% of total purchase amount |
| 17–22 days before | 65% | Cancellation Made Within 17 days to 22 days prior to departure, Refund 65% of total purchase amount |
| 23–32 days before | 70% | Cancellation Made Within 23 days to 32 days prior to departure, Refund 70% of total purchase amount |
Important info
Special notes
- Day 4: Estimated departure time from Beijing Train Station is approx. at 15:45 to Xi’an arriving at 21:25.
- Day 6: Estimated departure from Xi´an Train Station at 16:45 to Shanghai arriving at 8:11 on the following day.
- Please note no guide available on the high-speed train on day 4 and on the overnight train on day 6.
- Trains are subject to change due to the adjustments of the schedule
- Forbidden City is closed on Mondays
- Please check the China tourist visa requirements with your local embassy or authorities
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems, security reasons or Corona restrictions.
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Thailand. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
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