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9-Day China Essence: Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai
9 days / 8 nightsBeijing · Xi'an · Shanghai4 reviews
Overview
Nine days, three cities, the essence of China. This streamlined circuit covers Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai — the country's imperial heart, its Silk Road gateway, and its most modern face — without a wasted morning. Designed for travellers with limited time who refuse to compromise on depth. Every site is chosen for the story it tells; every guide chosen for their ability to tell it.
Tour Highlights
- Private sunrise visit to Jinshanling Great Wall before the crowds arrive
- Stand face-to-face with the Terracotta Warriors in their vast excavation pit
- Cycle Xi'an's complete city wall circuit at golden hour
- Explore Shanghai's French Concession on foot with a local neighbourhood guide
- Evening on the Bund with an unobstructed view of Pudong's skyline
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Airport transfer. Afternoon at Tiananmen Square and a walk through the surrounding hutong lanes.
What's Included
Included
- Private airport & station transfers throughout
- Accommodation in 4-star hotels (twin or double room)
- Daily breakfast; selected lunches and dinners as noted
- Licensed English-speaking local guide
- All entrance fees to sites listed in the itinerary
- High-speed train tickets between cities
- 24/7 support from your China Seasons trip advisor
Not Included
- International flights to/from China
- China visa fee
- Personal travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- Personal expenses and optional activities
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
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