10 day Classic Tour of China - Beijing+Shanghai+Xi'an+Chengdu
Suitable for first-time enthusiasts in China
Passport holders from 12 countries including Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Malaysia, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, etc. are eligible for visa free entry
Full English tour guide accompanies and explains the entire process
Traveling through thousands of years, experiencing the charm of ancient Chinese capital culture
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Price:1885$/Renqi
Number of people: 2 people minimum order
Team size: Independent team formation
Highlight 1: Visit the the Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties and listen to the stories of 24 emperors over the past 500 years
Highlight 2: Witness the world famous discovery - the Terra Cotta Warriors, which is the tomb of the first emperor to unify the country
Highlight Three: Seeing Cute Pandas in the True Land of Giant Pandas in Chengdu
Highlight 4: Slow down and experience the charm of Shanghai, the magical city
The 10 day journey will take you on a tour of popular cities in China, allowing you to deeply experience the charm and charm of the cultural ancient capital. First, visit the world famous the Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties to feel the treasure of Chinese history and culture. Then go to Xi'an to witness the miracle of the Terra Cotta Warriors and appreciate the magnificent achievements of ancient emperors. Then go to Chengdu to meet cute giant pandas and taste authentic Sichuan cuisine. Finally, arrive in bustling Shanghai, enjoy the scenery of the Pujiang River, and experience the charm of a modern city. This journey will allow you to fully experience the richness of Chinese history and culture, the beauty of natural scenery, and the charm of modern cities. It will be an unforgettable and rewarding journey.
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Arriving in Beijing-The tour guide picks up the plane and then goes directly to the hotel to check in |
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Beijing |
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Beijing City Tour Attractions: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Wudaokou Hutong |
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Beijing |
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Beijing Attractions: Mutianyu Great Wall, Bird's Nest, Water Cube |
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Beijing |
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Beijing Xi'an High speed rail travel (approximately 4.5-5.5 hours) Attractions: Summer Palace, Tang Dynasty Never Nights City |
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Xi'an |
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Xi'an Scenic spots: Terra Cotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall, Bell Tower, Drum Tower Square, Huimin Street |
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Xi'an |
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Xi'an Chengdu Attraction: Shaanxi Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda |
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Chengdu |
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Chengdu Attractions: Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, Wuhou Temple, Jinli |
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Chengdu |
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Chengdu Shanghai Attraction: Du Fu Thatched Cottage, Kuanzhai Alley |
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Shanghai |
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Shanghai Scenic spots: Shanghai Post Office, Garden Bridge of Shanghai, the Bund, Nanjing Road, Chenghuang Temple, Yu Garden |
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Shanghai |
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Leaving Shanghai, hotel check-out, airport drop off |
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Daily itinerary
Day 1: Arriving in Beijing
Upon arrival at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), your tour guide and driver will greet you at the exit and escort you to a carefully selected hotel in the center of Beijing. You can freely manage the remaining time, so you can take a good rest from the time difference or explore around the hotel on your own.
Overnight in Beijing
Meal included: None
Free time suggestions: You are welcome to ask your tour guide for some useful free time suggestions based on your time and interests.
Day 2: Beijing City Tour
After breakfast today, your tour guide will pick you up from the hotel to tour Beijing.
Go visit the world-renowned Temple of Heaven, where emperors from the Ming and Qing dynasties held ceremonies, praying for a bountiful harvest and blessings for the country.
Visit the world's largest city square - Tiananmen Square. Cross the road to the magnificent Forbidden City, which is a historical and cultural landmark of China and has been the former residence of the Chinese royal family for five centuries.
After visiting the Forbidden City, take a stroll through the Wudaoying Hutong, stroll through the antique shops, taste coffee, experience local life, and learn about the real Beijing community from the perspective of insiders.
Overnight in Beijing
Three meals include: breakfast
Attention: Due to the closure of the Forbidden City every Monday, your tour guide may adjust your itinerary.
Day 3: Beijing
In the morning, you will depart towards the northwest direction of Beijing (approximately 1.5-2 hours by car, 73 kilometers), heading towards the Mutianyu Great Wall. The Great Wall has a history of over 2000 years and stretches for over 3000 miles, spanning several provinces in northern China. It is one of the most impressive ancient masterpieces on Earth. Take a pleasant and comfortable round-trip cable car transfer, cross the picturesque city walls, and then walk to the Ming Dynasty watchtower and breathtaking scenery.
After this once-in-a-lifetime experience, return to the center of Beijing and have the opportunity to take photos with the exterior of the Bird's Nest (Beijing National Stadium) and the Water Cube (Beijing National Aquatics Center). They were both designed for the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2022 Winter Olympics.
Afterwards, return to the hotel and rest well tonight.
Overnight in Beijing
Three meals include: breakfast
The fourth day: Take the high-speed railway from Beijing to Xi'an
After breakfast, visit the Summer Palace. Appreciate the beautiful garden and imagine the lifestyle of the royal family and courtiers enjoying this summer resort during the imperial era.
After the tour, you will be escorted to the train station and take the high-speed train to Xi'an (approximately 4.5-5.5 hours). Welcome to Xi'an, the capital of thirteen ancient dynasties in China! When you arrive at the train station, the tour guide and driver will greet you at the exit and escort you to the hotel in Xi'an.
After settling down, you can walk to the Datang Shopping Center, which vividly reproduces the architecture and culture of the Tang Dynasty, making it a great place for nightlife and various immersive experiences.
Overnight in Xi'an
Three meals include: breakfast
Free time suggestions: You are welcome to ask your tour guide for some useful free time suggestions based on your time and interests.
Day 5: Xi'an
After breakfast, the tour guide and driver will pick you up at the hotel. Driving about 40 kilometers (about 1 hour), you will find one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in the world - the Terra Cotta Warriors Museum, which was built by the first Chinese emperor, Qin Shihuang, to protect his safety after death. This is considered the world's largest underground military base, let's take a look at this extraordinary archaeological discovery, which contains thousands of unique human sized characters.
Return to the city and explore the ancient city wall of Xi'an, which is currently the largest and best preserved city wall in China. Surrounding the former capital of China, nearly 14 kilometers long, enjoy your free time and explore by walking or cycling.
Mixing with locals, finding various flavors of food in Muslim areas filled with authentic restaurants and tourist souvenirs. The last stop today is the famous Bell Tower and Drum Tower Square in Xi'an.
Return to your hotel for a relaxing evening or book dinner, performances, or two nights of entertainment.
Overnight in Xi'an
Three meals include: breakfast
Note: 1) If you are interested, you can learn how to make a mini Terra Cotta Warriors.
2) Optional Cycling Experience: If you want to ride on the ancient city walls, please share your thoughts with your travel experts.
Day 6: Xi'an to Chengdu
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and the tour guide will take you to the Shaanxi History Museum, where you will see over 370000 Chinese historical relics.
Take a look at the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which is one of the two iconic Buddhist pagodas in Xi'an. You may have the opportunity to explore the top of the tower, overlook Xi'an's 1400 year history, and then contemplate in temples and gardens.
After the tour, we will accompany you to the train station and take the high-speed rail to Chengdu (approximately 3.5-4 hours). After arriving in Chengdu, the tour guide will greet you at the exit of the train station and accompany you to the hotel in the center of Chengdu.
Overnight in Chengdu
Three meals include: breakfast
Note: 1) Due to the closure of the Shaanxi History Museum on Monday, the tour guide may change your itinerary.
2) Sichuan hotpot and Sichuan Opera are strongly recommended evening activities.
Day 7: Chengdu
After breakfast, drive 17 kilometers to Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base to fulfill your panda dream. It is also known as the Chengdu Panda Base, which accommodates over 100 giant pandas and is the base with the largest number of captive giant pandas in the world. You will see pandas of different ages there.
Later, he was transferred to the Chengdu Wuhou Temple Museum, which was built in memory of Liu Bei, his Prime Minister Zhuge Liang, and other outstanding figures from the Shu Han dynasty. The shrine complex consists of three main parts: the Three Kingdoms Cultural Relics Protection Area, the Three Kingdoms Cultural Experience Area (i.e. the Western District, formerly known as the Chengdu Southern Suburb Park), and the Jinli Folk Customs Area. In addition, you can also take a leisurely walk on Jinli Old Street, where there are delicious local snacks, exquisite handicrafts, and interesting folk performances. Return to the hotel for a relaxing night.
Overnight in Chengdu
Three meals include: breakfast
Day 8: Chengdu to Shanghai
After checking out of the hotel, the tour guide will take you to visit the Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum, which was Du Fu's residence during his stay in Chengdu. It is the largest, best preserved, and most famous of all Du Fu Memorial Buildings, and also the largest research data center for Du Fu.
Then, take a walk in the Chinese alleys (also known as Kuanzhai Alley, literally meaning narrow and wide alleys), an ancient architectural structure embedded with modern decoration protection, in the bustling Chengdu.
After the tour, we will accompany you to the airport and take a flight to Shanghai (about 2 hours).
Welcome to Shanghai, the most international and dynamic city in China! When you arrive at the airport, the tour guide and driver will greet you at the exit and escort you to a hotel in Shanghai.
Overnight in Shanghai
Three meals include: breakfast
Day 9: Shanghai
Start your journey to Shanghai by visiting the Shanghai Postal Museum, a large landmark built in 1924 that blends European style architecture. It is currently a historical landmark protected by the Shanghai Postal Museum.
After the visit, you can take a stroll to the Bund, which is one of the best preserved representatives of the charm of old Shanghai.
You cross the Garden Bridge of Shanghai, one of the landmarks of the old city of Shanghai, across the Suzhou River. It is the earliest and largest steel bridge in Shanghai, serving as a viewing platform for tourists to admire the magnificent skyline of Pudong.
Walking on Nanjing Road, the busiest shopping area in China. Change the rhythm and visit Yu Garden, where you can marvel at the traditional Chinese gardens of artistic design; Then go to the nearby Chenghuang Temple market.
When you jump onto a public ferry in the crowd, cross the Huangpu River, and slowly sail from old Shanghai to Shanghai Pudong New Area, you feel like a local. Take the fastest elevator in the world and climb onto the tallest building in Shanghai center Building. You can enjoy the Oriental Pearl TV Tower TV Tower below and have a bird's eye view of the whole city.
Overnight in Shanghai
Three meals include: breakfast
Note: As the Shanghai Postal Museum is open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, a visit to the Shanghai History Museum is arranged.
Shanghai Postal Museum.
Day 10: Leaving Shanghai
Your tour guide will pick you up at the hotel and drive you to the airport for your flight home.
For small tour groups, shuttle services from hotels to Hongqiao or Pudong Airport can be arranged according to requirements.
Including:
Admission fee: To designated tourist attractions and activities.
Accommodation: The hotel is designated for double occupancy/double beds.
Meals: Hotel accommodation, including breakfast, and designated according to the itinerary.
Tour guide: Excellent private English tour guide.
Transportation: Domestic flights (economy class) or high-speed trains (second class) listed in the itinerary
Vehicle: Designated vehicle for the trip.
Travel agency liability insurance during travel.
Government taxes and fees.
Our services cover travel planning, processing, operation, and completing your itinerary.
Excluding:
International flights to and from China.
Chinese visa fees.
Personal expenses
Tips or tips for tour guides and drivers
Our travel package does not include travel insurance. Please purchase travel insurance before traveling, just in case.
Single room supplement
Recommended optional activities
On the first and last day of arrival/departure from a flight or train
Terms and Conditions:
The above prices are for private double/double room tours during the off-season. The price may vary depending on the travel date, number of group members, hotel level, itinerary items, and possible exchange rate fluctuations