Tour Highlights

Walk the legendary Badaling Great Wall — China's most iconic section
Explore the Forbidden City, imperial palace of 24 Ming & Qing emperors
Discover Emperor Qinshihuang's underground Terracotta Army in Xi'an
Cycle atop Xi'an's 600-year-old Ancient City Wall at golden hour
Stroll Shanghai's Bund and cruise the Huangpu River by neon-lit night
Enjoy bonus evening shows — Peking Opera, Tang Dynasty Dance & more
Seamless domestic flights connecting Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai

Daily Itinerary

1 Day
Beijing Arrival
Breakfast

Pick up from Beijing Capital Airport, transfer to hotel near Wangfujing. Free afternoon to explore the city. Hotel: Prime Hotel or Crowne Plaza Wangfujing.

2 Day
Beijing: Tiananmen, Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven
Breakfast Lunch

Forbidden City imperial palace courtyard, BeijingForbidden City imperial palace courtyard, BeijingForbidden City imperial palace courtyard, Beijing

Visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City (imperial palace of 24 emperors), and Jingshan Park for bird's-eye view. After lunch, visit the Temple of Heaven. Bonus: Peking Opera or Acrobatic Show

3 Day
Beijing: Great Wall & Summer Palace
Breakfast Lunch

Mutianyu Great Wall snaking over forested mountain ridgesMutianyu Great Wall snaking over forested mountain ridgesFull day at Badaling Great Wall, the most iconic section. After lunch, visit the Summer Palace with Kunming Lake and Long Corridor.

4 Day
Beijing → Xi'an by Flight
Breakfast Lunch

High-speed train / flight transfer between cities

Morning visit to Beijing Zoo Panda House. Fly to Xi'an (2 hours). Visit Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the North Square music fountain.

5 Day
Xi'an: Terracotta Warriors & Tang Show
Breakfast Lunch Dumpling Dinner

Terracotta Army warriors in the excavation pits at Emperor Qinshihuang site, Xi’anTerracotta Army warriors in the excavation pits at Emperor Qinshihuang site, Xi’anTerracotta Army warriors in the excavation pits at Emperor Qinshihuang site, Xi’an

Visit the world-famous Terracotta Warriors — three pits of 8,000+ life-sized soldiers. After lunch, visit the Muslim Quarter. Bonus: Dumpling Dinner + Tang Dynasty Music & Dance Show

6 Day
Xi'an: City Wall → Flight to Shanghai
Breakfast Lunch

Ancient City Wall of Xi’an with cyclists and city viewsAncient City Wall of Xi’an with cyclists and city views

Morning cycle on the ancient City Wall. Visit Xi'an Museum. Fly to Shanghai (2 hours). Evening walk along The Bund.

7 Day
Shanghai: Yu Garden, Bund & River Cruise
Breakfast Lunch

The Bund waterfront skyline across the Huangpu River, ShanghaiThe Bund waterfront skyline across the Huangpu River, ShanghaiThe Bund waterfront skyline across the Huangpu River, Shanghai

Visit classical Yu Garden (400+ years) and Old Street. Visit Jade Buddha Temple. Walk Nanjing Road. Evening Huangpu River cruise to see the illuminated skyline.

8 Day
Shanghai Departure
Breakfast

Free morning. Transfer to Pudong/Hongqiao Airport according to your flight. End of tour.

What's Included

Price Includes

  • Domestic flights (Beijing→Xi'an→Shanghai)
  • Air-conditioned private vehicle
  • 4-star hotels with breakfast
  • Entrance tickets as listed
  • Meals as specified
  • English-speaking guide
  • Evening shows as bonus

Price Excludes

  • International airfare
  • China visa fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for guide & driver
  • Optional activities
Important Notes: This is a fully private tour — only you and your family/friends join. The itinerary can be customized to meet your specific needs and interests. Hotels listed are examples; we can book your preferred hotel. Single room supplement applies for odd-numbered groups. Child discounts available on request.

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