Day 1: Beijing Airport Pick-up
Your local tour guide will greet you at Beijing Airport upon baggage claim and customs clearance.
A comfortable vehicle will transfer you to your hotel, where the driver will assist with check-in.
The remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring the capital city at your leisure.
Day 2: Tiananmen, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven
Beijing International Airport Airport Transportation China
30 min
Your guide will meet you at the hotel this morning to take you to Tiananmen Square, the world's largest urban city square.
From Tiananmen Square, you'll enter the Imperial Palace, also known as the Forbidden City. Explore its magnificent halls and pavilions, learning about the emperor's life and governance while admiring ancient art.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Later, visit the Temple of Heaven, renowned for its unique architecture, where emperors prayed for good harvests.
In the evening, experience a captivating acrobatic show at the Red Theater.
A welcome a la carte dinner, featuring Peking Roast Duck and other authentic dishes, is included.
Day 3: China Great Wall Tour
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner, dîner
This morning, travel to the Mutianyu Great Wall for an unforgettable experience. A round-trip cable car will be provided.
Standing on the wall, gazing into the distance, is a truly awe-inspiring moment. Red wine will be served for a celebratory toast.
After a buffet lunch, return to the city.
Enjoy a photo stop at the Olympic National Stadium (Bird's Nest) for a distant view of its impressive structure.
Embark on a rickshaw tour through the historic Hutong alleys, with an opportunity to visit a local family.
Day 4: Summer Palace, Take the High-speed Train from Beijing to Xi'an
Tiananmen Square
30 min
In the morning, explore the Summer Palace, China's largest existing imperial garden, known for its beautiful landscapes and grand architecture.
Following lunch, board a high-speed train to Xi'an and proceed to your hotel for check-in.
Day 5: Terracotta Army, Ancient Pagoda & Tang Dynasty Dancing Show
The Palace Museum
3 h, entrée incluse
Begin your day with a visit to the Terracotta Army, marveling at the three excavated pits filled with astonishing warrior figures and ancient Chinese weaponry.
After lunch, visit the home of the first discoverer of the Terracotta Army and try your hand at crafting a mini clay warrior with a local artisan.
Continue to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a significant Tang Dynasty structure built to house Buddhist scriptures from India.
The evening features a spectacular Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show.
Day 6: Xi'an City Wall, Muslim Quarter, Fly to Shanghai
Temple of Heaven
1 h 30, entrée incluse
Start your day with a relaxed visit to the City Wall Park, observing local daily life and perhaps joining a Tai Chi session.
Explore the City Wall, China's most complete existing ancient urban fortification. Cycling on the wall is a popular option (bike rental not included).
Enjoy a special lunch at the vibrant Muslim Quarter, sampling local delicacies.
In the afternoon, fly to Shanghai. Your local guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 7: Shanghai City Tour
Red Theater Acrobatic Show Official
1 h, entrée incluse
Your guide will pick you up from the hotel to visit the Shanghai Museum, one of China's four major museums, focusing on ancient artworks.
Next, explore the classical Yu Garden and its adjacent traditional bazaar, including the iconic Nine Zigzag Bridge and mid-lake pavilion.
Take a leisurely walk along the bustling Bund area.
Enjoy a one-hour cruise on the Huangpu River, Shanghai's symbolic waterway.
Spend some free time on the Bund before your guide escorts you to the hotel lobby for farewells.
Day 8: Leave Shanghai by yourself
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner
After breakfast at the hotel, please make your own way to the airport for your departure flight.
Hotel-to-airport transfer is not included due to varying flight schedules, but assistance can be provided upon request.
Day 1: Beijing Airport Pick-up
Mutianyu Great Wall
3 h, entrée incluse
Your local tour guide will greet you at Beijing Airport upon baggage claim and customs clearance.
A comfortable vehicle will transfer you to your hotel, where the driver will assist with check-in.
The remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring the capital city at your leisure.
Day 2: Tiananmen, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven
10 min, entrée non incluse
Your guide will meet you at the hotel this morning to take you to Tiananmen Square, the world's largest urban city square.
From Tiananmen Square, you'll enter the Imperial Palace, also known as the Forbidden City. Explore its magnificent halls and pavilions, learning about the emperor's life and governance while admiring ancient art.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Later, visit the Temple of Heaven, renowned for its unique architecture, where emperors prayed for good harvests.
In the evening, experience a captivating acrobatic show at the Red Theater.
A welcome a la carte dinner, featuring Peking Roast Duck and other authentic dishes, is included.
Day 3: China Great Wall Tour
Hutong Tour
1 h, entrée incluse
This morning, travel to the Mutianyu Great Wall for an unforgettable experience. A round-trip cable car will be provided.
Standing on the wall, gazing into the distance, is a truly awe-inspiring moment. Red wine will be served for a celebratory toast.
After a buffet lunch, return to the city.
Enjoy a photo stop at the Olympic National Stadium (Bird's Nest) for a distant view of its impressive structure.
Embark on a rickshaw tour through the historic Hutong alleys, with an opportunity to visit a local family.
Day 4: Summer Palace, Take the High-speed Train from Beijing to Xi'an
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner
In the morning, explore the Summer Palace, China's largest existing imperial garden, known for its beautiful landscapes and grand architecture.
Following lunch, board a high-speed train to Xi'an and proceed to your hotel for check-in.
Day 5: Terracotta Army, Ancient Pagoda & Tang Dynasty Dancing Show
Summer Palace
3 h, entrée incluse
Begin your day with a visit to the Terracotta Army, marveling at the three excavated pits filled with astonishing warrior figures and ancient Chinese weaponry.
After lunch, visit the home of the first discoverer of the Terracotta Army and try your hand at crafting a mini clay warrior with a local artisan.
Continue to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a significant Tang Dynasty structure built to house Buddhist scriptures from India.
The evening features a spectacular Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show.
Day 6: Xi'an City Wall, Muslim Quarter, Fly to Shanghai
Beijing Railway Station
5 h, entrée incluse
Start your day with a relaxed visit to the City Wall Park, observing local daily life and perhaps joining a Tai Chi session.
Explore the City Wall, China's most complete existing ancient urban fortification. Cycling on the wall is a popular option (bike rental not included).
Enjoy a special lunch at the vibrant Muslim Quarter, sampling local delicacies.
In the afternoon, fly to Shanghai. Your local guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 7: Shanghai City Tour
Repas : petit-déjeuner, dîner : Dumplings with show, déjeuner
Your guide will pick you up from the hotel to visit the Shanghai Museum, one of China's four major museums, focusing on ancient artworks.
Next, explore the classical Yu Garden and its adjacent traditional bazaar, including the iconic Nine Zigzag Bridge and mid-lake pavilion.
Take a leisurely walk along the bustling Bund area.
Enjoy a one-hour cruise on the Huangpu River, Shanghai's symbolic waterway.
Spend some free time on the Bund before your guide escorts you to the hotel lobby for farewells.
Day 8: Leave Shanghai by yourself
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
4 h, entrée incluse
After breakfast at the hotel, please make your own way to the airport for your departure flight.
Hotel-to-airport transfer is not included due to varying flight schedules, but assistance can be provided upon request.
Day 1: Beijing Airport Pick-up
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
1 h, entrée incluse
Your local tour guide will greet you at Beijing Airport upon baggage claim and customs clearance.
A comfortable vehicle will transfer you to your hotel, where the driver will assist with check-in.
The remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring the capital city at your leisure.
Day 2: Tiananmen, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven
Tang Dynasty Show
1 h 30, entrée incluse
Your guide will meet you at the hotel this morning to take you to Tiananmen Square, the world's largest urban city square.
From Tiananmen Square, you'll enter the Imperial Palace, also known as the Forbidden City. Explore its magnificent halls and pavilions, learning about the emperor's life and governance while admiring ancient art.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Later, visit the Temple of Heaven, renowned for its unique architecture, where emperors prayed for good harvests.
In the evening, experience a captivating acrobatic show at the Red Theater.
A welcome a la carte dinner, featuring Peking Roast Duck and other authentic dishes, is included.
Day 3: China Great Wall Tour
Repas : petit-déjeuner, déjeuner
This morning, travel to the Mutianyu Great Wall for an unforgettable experience. A round-trip cable car will be provided.
Standing on the wall, gazing into the distance, is a truly awe-inspiring moment. Red wine will be served for a celebratory toast.
After a buffet lunch, return to the city.
Enjoy a photo stop at the Olympic National Stadium (Bird's Nest) for a distant view of its impressive structure.
Embark on a rickshaw tour through the historic Hutong alleys, with an opportunity to visit a local family.
Day 4: Summer Palace, Take the High-speed Train from Beijing to Xi'an
Xi'an City Wall
2 h, entrée incluse
In the morning, explore the Summer Palace, China's largest existing imperial garden, known for its beautiful landscapes and grand architecture.
Following lunch, board a high-speed train to Xi'an and proceed to your hotel for check-in.
Day 5: Terracotta Army, Ancient Pagoda & Tang Dynasty Dancing Show
Muslim Quarter
1 h, entrée incluse
Begin your day with a visit to the Terracotta Army, marveling at the three excavated pits filled with astonishing warrior figures and ancient Chinese weaponry.
After lunch, visit the home of the first discoverer of the Terracotta Army and try your hand at crafting a mini clay warrior with a local artisan.
Continue to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a significant Tang Dynasty structure built to house Buddhist scriptures from India.
The evening features a spectacular Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show.
Day 6: Xi'an City Wall, Muslim Quarter, Fly to Shanghai
Shanghai
2 h
Start your day with a relaxed visit to the City Wall Park, observing local daily life and perhaps joining a Tai Chi session.
Explore the City Wall, China's most complete existing ancient urban fortification. Cycling on the wall is a popular option (bike rental not included).
Enjoy a special lunch at the vibrant Muslim Quarter, sampling local delicacies.
In the afternoon, fly to Shanghai. Your local guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 7: Shanghai City Tour
Repas : petit-déjeuner
Your guide will pick you up from the hotel to visit the Shanghai Museum, one of China's four major museums, focusing on ancient artworks.
Next, explore the classical Yu Garden and its adjacent traditional bazaar, including the iconic Nine Zigzag Bridge and mid-lake pavilion.
Take a leisurely walk along the bustling Bund area.
Enjoy a one-hour cruise on the Huangpu River, Shanghai's symbolic waterway.
Spend some free time on the Bund before your guide escorts you to the hotel lobby for farewells.
Day 8: Leave Shanghai by yourself
Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan)
2 h, entrée incluse
After breakfast at the hotel, please make your own way to the airport for your departure flight.
Hotel-to-airport transfer is not included due to varying flight schedules, but assistance can be provided upon request.
Day 1: Beijing Airport Pick-up
Yu Garden
2 h, entrée incluse
Your local tour guide will greet you at Beijing Airport upon baggage claim and customs clearance.
A comfortable vehicle will transfer you to your hotel, where the driver will assist with check-in.
The remainder of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring the capital city at your leisure.
Day 2: Tiananmen, Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven
The Bund (Wai Tan)
1 h
Your guide will meet you at the hotel this morning to take you to Tiananmen Square, the world's largest urban city square.
From Tiananmen Square, you'll enter the Imperial Palace, also known as the Forbidden City. Explore its magnificent halls and pavilions, learning about the emperor's life and governance while admiring ancient art.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Later, visit the Temple of Heaven, renowned for its unique architecture, where emperors prayed for good harvests.
In the evening, experience a captivating acrobatic show at the Red Theater.
A welcome a la carte dinner, featuring Peking Roast Duck and other authentic dishes, is included.
Day 3: China Great Wall Tour
Huangpu River
2 h, entrée incluse
This morning, travel to the Mutianyu Great Wall for an unforgettable experience. A round-trip cable car will be provided.
Standing on the wall, gazing into the distance, is a truly awe-inspiring moment. Red wine will be served for a celebratory toast.
After a buffet lunch, return to the city.
Enjoy a photo stop at the Olympic National Stadium (Bird's Nest) for a distant view of its impressive structure.
Embark on a rickshaw tour through the historic Hutong alleys, with an opportunity to visit a local family.
Day 4: Summer Palace, Take the High-speed Train from Beijing to Xi'an
Repas : petit-déjeuner
In the morning, explore the Summer Palace, China's largest existing imperial garden, known for its beautiful landscapes and grand architecture.
Following lunch, board a high-speed train to Xi'an and proceed to your hotel for check-in.
Day 5: Terracotta Army, Ancient Pagoda & Tang Dynasty Dancing Show
1 h
Begin your day with a visit to the Terracotta Army, marveling at the three excavated pits filled with astonishing warrior figures and ancient Chinese weaponry.
After lunch, visit the home of the first discoverer of the Terracotta Army and try your hand at crafting a mini clay warrior with a local artisan.
Continue to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a significant Tang Dynasty structure built to house Buddhist scriptures from India.
The evening features a spectacular Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show.
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