Shanghai to Beijing - 8 days

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An eight-day adventure from Shanghai to Beijing where you'll explore the city sites and vibrant cultures. And along the way, you'll uncover traditional China in historic Xi'an, idyllic Suzhou, and along the legendary Great Wall.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Xi’an - step back to see the Terracotta Warriors, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and cycle along the ancient city wall
    • Shanghai - discover a city where towering skyline meets sites of age-old tradition. Shanghai blends the ancient and the ultra-modern like nowhere else
    • Badaling - marvel at an ancient wonder and enjoy an iconic view. Visit one of the most well-preserved stretches of the Great Wall
    • Suzhou - uncover a labyrinth of serene canals and waterworks, with classical gardens hidden around every corner
    • Beijing explore China's bustling capital. A melting pot of history, vibrant culture, sensational food, and an ever-evolving skyline

What's this trip about?

    An eight-day adventure from Shanghai to Beijing where you'll explore the city sites and vibrant cultures. And along the way, you'll uncover traditional China in historic Xi'an, idyllic Suzhou, and along the legendary Great Wall.

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Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

Trip includes

    • 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 1 dinner
    • 5 nights in 3-4* hotels, 2 overnight sleeper trains
    • Airport arrival transfer in Shanghai and departure transfer from Beijing Capital Airport
    • Private transfers and transportation in modern, air-conditioned vehicles
    • Touring of Shanghai, Suzhou, Xi'an, Beijing and Badaling
    • English-speaking specialist guides at local sights
    • A bike ride on the medieval city wall in Xi'an
    • A rickshaw ride through Beijing's hutongs
    • Ticket to an amazing Chinese acrobatic performance
    • A historic Grand canal cruise in Suzhou
    • Escorted by an English-speaking tour guide for traveller groups of six or more

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Shanghai

Saturday. You've arrived in China, and your adventure has begun! You'll be transferred directly from the airport in Shanghai to your hotel. And then the rest of your day is free to explore! Included:

Direct transfer from the airport to the hotel

Day : 2 Shanghai

From the ultra-modern Plaza Tower to the centuries-old Yu Garden. From the bustling Bund to the charming Old City. Today, we'll see the best of Shanghai. And we'll see just how seamlessly the past meets the future. Tonight, we'll cruise the Huangpu River and enjoy a traditional dinner in the city.

Day : 3 Suzhou

Shanghai - Suzhou - Xi'an. Today we'll escape the bustle of the city and head to Suzhou: the Venice of the Orient. A town of the past, woven with serene canals, pretty waterways, and classically-styled gardens. Here we'll embark on a cruise of Suzhou's Grand Canal. An...

Day : 4 Xi'an

Xi'an: where reminders of China's dynastic past stand strong. We'll explore the towering Big Wild Goose Pagoda. We'll cycle along the ancient city walls. And we'll wander around the vibrant Muslim Quarter. In Xi'an, we'll get a taste of China's illustrious history and culture. Tonight there's an optional Tang Dynasty Show, which includes dinner and a captivating performance.

Day : 5 Xi'an

Xi'an - Beijing. Today we'll stand before the mighty army of Terracotta Warriors. 7,000 life-sized soldiers and horses - all carved in exquisite detail, with no two faces alike. The warriors were constructed over 2,000 years ago to protect Emperor Qin in the afterlife...

Day : 6 Beijing

A bright and early start in Beijing - we're in for a full day of sightseeing! We'll visit the iconic Tiananmen Square and the colossal Forbidden City. We'll take a rickshaw ride through the narrow, winding hutongs. And we'll enjoy lunch in the home of a local family -...

Day : 7 Great Wall

Today, we're striking the big one from the bucket list. We'll head north to Badaling - home to one of the most well-preserved portions of the Great Wall. We'll wander the cobbles, we'll cross the watchtowers, and we'll marvel at the rolling mountain views. After lunch, we'll tour expert jade carving workshops and the bustling Pearl Market.

Day : 8 Beijing

Saturday. Our final morning in Beijing, and the end of our Chinese adventure. We'll sort out your transfer to the airport. And you'll return home with a lifetime's worth of memories. Included:

Direct transfer from the hotel to the airport

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,345
Price per day$168
Last Updated: 6/23/2020

Departure dates noted with a 'G' are guaranteed to operate. All other departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. Prices shown are per person when there are 2 persons sharing a room. The 'Single supplement' applies for single travellers who require their own room and needs to be added to the per person price. If you are happy to be paired up with another single traveller of the same gender on your tour, this can be arranged, thus avoiding the single person supplement.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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On The Go Tours Reviews & Ratings

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Vanessa Chambers

Jul 2019

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Our guide,Fei, was wonderful and there was nothing he wasn't prepared to help with

Very funny and friendly - couldn't have asked for an...

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Philip Armit

Jun 2019

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I enjoyed the tour very much

China is such a remarkable country. I had no idea how much I would fall under its spell. James, our tour leader, is a remarkable man. He was the perfect host. He g...

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Arie and Ellen Herlaar

Oct 2018

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The tour was fabulous

James was very informative and showed a personal interest in making sure everyone was happy and catered to, nothing was a problem. The places we visited were beyond ...

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Jackie Beecroft

Jul 2018

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Had a fabulous holiday in china, weather was very kind

Jackie our tour guide was brilliant any thing you wanted was never to much trouble, he spoke very good English .I must say he was the best tour guides I've been on a...

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Esther Wallis

Jul 2018

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I just want to thank On The Go Tours for a fantastic holiday

Everything was exceptionally well organised. Our flight to Shanghai was delayed but when we arrived at the airport, our tour guide was waiting for us. He was so frie...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visa
    • Tip for your tour guide is not included in the Tip Kitty. We suggest USD$3-5 per day, per traveller for a job well done, however the amount is up to you
    • Entrance Fees: USD$100-110pp, paid in local currency

Accommodation

3 - 4 star
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
16+  if accompanied by an adult
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