Beijing, Shanghai tour
Discover China's imperial grandeur on this 11-day private tour from Beijing to Shanghai, exploring the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Terracotta Army, and scenic wonders.
Upon arriving in Beijing International Airport, you will be greeted by your tour guide and then transferred to hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax. (Free Pick-up Period: 9:00a.m.-11:30p.m.;...
The map shows the tour area. The detailed plan below remains the source for stops and timing.
Upon arriving in Beijing International Airport, you will be greeted by your tour guide and then transferred to hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax. (Free Pick-up Period: 9:00a.m.-11:30p.m.; passengers arriving adjacent within 2 hours will be picked up together; extra pick up fee: $50/vehicle/ transfer for 2-3pax).


After breakfast, take an outside view of the . Then visit -the biggest city central square in the world, the area of the square is about 44 hectares and it can accommodate 1 million people. Then explore the incredible with its best-preserved imperial palace complex. After lunch visit the famous . It was the Ming and Qing dynasties emperor worship, is the world's largest existing buildings of praying. Then taste the Puer tea with the tour guide. After dinner enjoy Golden Face Dynasty Show . Then proceed to the Place to see the first electronic dream backdrop in Asia with the second largest scale in the world. After that enjoy the beautiful NightTour of Chang an Avenue in coach.
After breakfast we will explore the , one of the Seven Wonders of the World'. On the way there, visit Bona Jade Store first. After lunch, continue to take an outside view of Bird's Nest and Water Cube , which are Olympic stadiums of 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Then visit invigorant store (free foot massage). After that visit the famous pedestrian shopping area -- . The snack street is a must-see, selling all the interesting snacks. You can easily find a place for your dinner here (self-charge).
After breakfast, take an early flight to Xi'an.Upon arrival, visit the which still compasses the centre of Xi'an. It is the most complete one that has survived in China, as well being one of the largest ancient military defensive systems in the world. After that, continue to visit the dramatic Small Wild Goose Pagoda , famous Buddha's pagoda of Tang Dynasty. Then visit Xian Museum, China's first national museum equipped with modern facilities. Dinner will be the century-old De Fa Chang Dumplings, one of China's Intangible Cultural Heritage, the most famous dumplings' restaurant in China. At night, enjoy the wonderful (recommended optional item: $30/pax).
After breakfast visit the world-famous , the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century. The Terracotta Army is one of the top attractions in China, because of its historical significance and uniqueness. After that, continue to visit Artistic Ceramics Factory, learn about the techniques of making Tang San Cai, as well as the terra cotta warriors. Then continue to visit the (outside view)—a Buddhist pagoda located in southern Xi'an. By the way, enjoy the Music Conduit beside the pagoda, which is the largest Music Conduit Square of Asia, experiencing the perfect combination of music and spring (except rainy or snowy days). Then visit the Qujiang Pool Park . Many Tang style sculptures here show the real view of the living situation in that ancient Tang dynasty.
Take an early flight to Shanghai after breakfast. Upon arrival visit the City God Temple Bazaar , which is composed of specialty stores selling traditional Chinese arts and crafts, medicine and souvenirs. Then transfer to Wuxi. Visit the Liyuan Garden and Taihu Lake Scenic Area . Taihu Lake-the third largest fresh water lake in China, is commonly believed to be the soul of the natural scenery and cultural relics in Wuxi. Liyuan Garden not only has the lingering charm of Chinese gardens, but also includes the exotic atmosphere of Western architectures. Both blend harmoniously together. After lunch, Continue to Xihui Park and Jichang Park . Xihui Park is a big scenic area gathered hills and forests, cultural relics and comfortable leisure and amusement. Jichang Park is a representative Southern Garden with overlapping rockeries, lakes and pagodas. Later appreciate the Pearl Center and Tea Pot Factory. After dinner, check-in hotel.
Transfer to Nanjing after breakfast. Visit Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum , which is considered the Holy land of Chinese people both home and abroad. Continue to take an outside view of the City Wall , the largest existing ancient city wall in China. Passing Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge -the third bridge built to span the Yangtze River after the Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge and the Baishatuo Yangtze River Bridge (in Chongqing City). After that, go to visit Confucius Temple Bazaar and the Jade Store. The area around the temple consists of a series of tourist shops, snack bars, restaurants and tea cafes. They all appear to be in the architectural style of the Ming and Qing style. After dinner, check-in hotel.
Transfer to Shantangjie after breakfast. Have a cruise at Shantangjie Water Town , which was famous for Venice in Orient. After that, go to Hanshan Temple . It is not only a charming historic temple, but a place of deep cultural resonance for people not only in China, but throughout Asia and especially in Japan. Later continue to take an outside view of Panmen Gate , a famous historical landmark in Suzhou, China. It is the only well preserved water-and-land city gate in the world now. Then enjoy the beautiful scenery of Golden Cock Lake Scenic Area - Suzhou newly developed zone. Then visit Guanqian Street . Later go to visit Yuanrong Time Square , a largescale, comprehensive, modern, high-quality “commercial syntheses”, where you can see the 500 meters long LED marquee screen which is the longest in the world. After that, enjoy the Silk Fashion Show.
After breakfast, transfer to Hangzhou by bus. Take a painted boat on - the most famous attraction in Hangzhou. West Lake is man-made and created after the Chinese love for garden style parks for recreation. Continue to enjoy Fish Wonder at Huagang Crook . After lunch, visit Meijiawu Tea Plantation . And then pay a visit to Jingci Temple . After dinner, enjoy the wonderful show -- Night of West Lake.
Transfer to Shanghai after breakfast. Later appreciate scenery at Pudong Newly Developed Zone , which now has transformed into the fastest developed international economic area in China with looming skyscrapers and hi-tech international enterprises. Then go to see the Honey Products Store. After that, free shopping at , the main shopping street of Shanghai and is one of the world's busiest shopping streets. After dinner, take a cruise on the . While on the cruise, you can take an outside view of the , the modern symbol of Shanghai City, the tallest TV tower in Asia.
Transfer to airport after breakfast. Tour Arrangements will be subject to local real conditions! Wish You a Happy Journey! Tour Features Local Delicacies included: Beijing: Roast Duck Xi'an: Time-honored Defachang Dumplings Nanjing: Huaiyang Flavor, Salty duck Wuxi:Emperor Qianlong Banquet, Spareribs Sauce, Three Treatures of Taihu(white bait, white shrimp and white fish) Suzhou: Well-known Squirrel-Shaped Fried Perch, Jiang'nan-style flavor cuisine Hangzhou: West Lake Flavor (Dongpo Pork, Beggars' Chicken), Casserole Banquet Shanghai: Little Steamed Buns, Three-Yellow Chicken Deluxe
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| Tips for tour guides and drivers (included) | Personal expenses of laundry, drinks telephone, etc. |
| All transfer and city transportation | Insurance coverage of personal loss, illness |
| Entrance fees as listed | Tang Dynasty Show in Xian |
| Meals listed as B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner | |
| Local English speaking tour guide | |
| Deluxe hotels as listed ( Double Occupancy or Single Occupancy ) with daily breakfast | |
| Beijing Xian Shanghai flight (economic class) |
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