7 Day Beijing Xian and Shanghai Tour
7 Day Beijing, Xian and Shanghai China tour featuring the main highlights of these cities.
This exciting multi-city 7 Day Tour covers the highlights of Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai, offering a comprehensive insight into China’s rich cultural heritage and modern development. In Beijing, you’ll enjoy a 3 Day tour that takes you to iconic landmarks including the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven and the Mutianyu Great Wall.
Your 2 day visit to Xi’an will introduce you to the Terracotta Warriors, the Ancient City Wall and the iconic Big Goose Pagoda among other attractions. In Shanghai, a 2 day trip allows you to explore the old downtown area and its blend of traditional and modern architecture, new Shanghai, the traditional Yu Garden, the Bund and the picturesque Zhujiajiao Water Town.
Tour Highlights:
- Visit the iconic Great Wall of China, one of the world’s most famous landmarks.
- Explore Beijing’s Forbidden City, the largest Ancient Palace in the world.
- Walk through and experience the vast Tian’anmen Square.
- Discover the UNESCO World Heritage listed Temple of Heaven.
- Visit Xi’an’s remarkable Terracotta Warriors & Army.
- Explore Xi’an’s Ancient City Wall, one of the best-preserved city walls in China.
- See the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a significant Buddhist site in Xi’an.
- Enjoy a scenic visit to Shanghai’s Yu Garden and the historical Bund area.
- Experience the beauty of Zhujiajiao Water Town, an ancient water town with traditional architecture.
- Enjoy a guided tour with transfers, ticket fees, and a professional guide included throughout the journey.
Tour Itinerary:
All times outlined below are approximates as the tour is a private tour, time is flexible & subject to schedules
- 8:30 AM: Meet at your Beijing Hotel Lobby
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Visit Tian’anmen Square, one of the world’s most famous public squares
- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Explore the Forbidden City
- 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch (local restaurant)
- 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Visit a traditional Hutong near Shichahai Lake, taking a leisurely walk through old Beijing residential areas
• 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Drive to the Lama Temple (30-minute ride)
• 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Tour the Lama Temple, well-preserved Tibetan Buddhist Temple in Beijing
• Optional: Add the Peking Roast Duck Dinner and/or an Acrobatic Show at Chaoyang Theatre in the evening (please notify in advance)
- 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM: Meet at your Beijing Hotel Lobby
- 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Travel to Mutianyu Great Wall (1.5 to 2 hours drive)
- 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Explore the Mutianyu Great Wall of China
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch
- 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Visit the Summer Palace
- 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Continue exploring the Summer Palace/Return transfer to your Beijing Hotel
- • 8:30 AM: Meet at your Beijing Hotel Lobby
• 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Explore the Temple of Heaven
• 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Visit the Pearl Market
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch
• 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Transfer to Beijing South High-Speed Railway Station
• 2:00 PM: Depart by high-speed train from Beijing South Railway Station to Xi’an
• 6:20 PM: Arrive at Xi’an North Railway Station,
• 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM: Transfer to your Xi’an Hotel
- 8:00 AM: Meet at your Xi’an Hotel Lobby
- 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Explore the Terracotta Warriors
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Travel to the Big Goose Pagoda
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Visit the Big Goose Pagoda
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant
- 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Visit Muslim Street (Huimin Jie)
- 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Explore Muslim Street and Surroundings
- 4:00 PM: Return transfer to your Xi’an Hotel
Day 5 – Stay overnight in Shanghai
- 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Meet at your Xi’an Hotel Lobby
- 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Visit the Xi’an City Wall
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Visit the Drum Tower and Bell Tower
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Explore the Great Mosque
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch at a Local Restaurant
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Visit the Hangyang Tombs Museum
- 3:00 PM : Transfer to Xi’an Airport for your flight to Shanghai
- 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Flight from Xi’an to Shanghai (2.5 hours)
• 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM: Arrival at Shanghai Airport
• 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Transfer to your Shanghai Hotel
- 8:30 AM: Meet at your Shanghai Hotel Lobby
- 9:00 AM: Visit Long Hua Temple & Pagoda
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Explore the Old Town area including Yu Yuan Garden
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Visit Xintiandi & the Stone Gate House Museum
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Experience the Local Flower & Bird Market
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant
- 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Visit The Bund
- 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Explore Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone, which is home to the Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai Tower
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Continue to explore Lujiazui
- 5:00 PM: Return transfer to your Shanghai Hotel
- 8:30 AM: Meet at your Shanghai Hotel Lobby
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Visit a Local Park & Alleyway in the Former French Concession Area
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Visit the Little White House
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch at a Local Restaurant
- 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Visit Zhujiajiao Water Village
- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Return to Shanghai and drop-off at your hotel/airport/railway station to conclude your Shanghai Tour/END OF TOUR
Pricing:
Please note, if you’d like to find out the latest pricing for our 7 Day Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai Tour, please contact us directly.
Tour Inclusion:
Private MPV Van Transportation:
- All petrol/gas, van rental, highway tolls, parking fees & driver’s fees throughout entire tour route as above;
- All entrance tickets per the above activities requiring entrance fees;
- Professional (Fully-licensed) English speaking tour guide on days listed;
Tour Exclusions:
Meals:
- For this private tour, no meals are included within the tour pricing but our guide will assist you with options and recommendations based on your preferences;
Gratuities:
- Please note, we don’t require ‘x’ amount to be paid by clients on a daily basis to tour guide/driver or force tipping. However, gratuities are greatly appreciated at the conclusion of tour by guide/driver only if service is excellent.
Other:
- Accommodation, flights, travel insurance and any other person expenses during tour;
Detailed Tour Itinerary:
Day 1 – Stay overnight in Beijing
Discovering Beijing’s Timeless Treasures
Your tour and journey starts in Beijing with a pick-up from your Beijing Hotel (within 4th Ring Road). Begin the day with a visit to Tiananmen Square, one of the largest public squares in the world, perfect for photos and soaking in its historical significance. Next, step into the Forbidden City, the world’s largest imperial palace complex, showcasing magnificent architecture and rich history.
After lunch, take a leisurely walk through a traditional Hutong near Shichahai Lake, immersing yourself in old Beijing’s charm. Conclude the day’s activities with a visit to the serene Lama Temple, Beijing’s largest and best-preserved Tibetan Buddhist temple. For an added treat, consider indulging in a Peking Roast Duck dinner and/or watching an Acrobatic Show in the evening.
Day 2 – Stay overnight in Beijing
Majestic Mutianyu Great Wall & the Serene Summer Palace
Day 2 commences with a pick-up from your hotel lobby and transfer to Mutianyu. The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China is a less crowded and (in our opinion) more scenic section of this world-famous landmark. Choose between a cable car, chair lift or an exhilarating toboggan ride for your ascent and descent.
Afterward, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before traveling back to Beijing City for additional sightseeing. The afternoon includes a visit to the Summer Palace, a stunning imperial garden with tranquil lakes, lush pavilions and impressive historical structures. Following your visit to the Summer Palace, return transfer to your Beijing Hotel to enjoy the late afternoon/evening at leisure.
Day 3 – Stay overnight in Xi’an
Cultural Gems and Journey to Xi’an
Begin the morning by meeting your tour guide and driver at your Beijing Hotel Lobby. The tour will begin with a visit to the Temple of Heaven, where emperors once prayed for good harvests. Nowadays, it’s a lively park where locals engage in activities including Taiji, singing, dancing and socializing.
Next, visit the bustling Pearl Market for souvenirs and a glimpse of local commerce including all types of products for sale – the market itself is a unique attraction in itself. Following lunch, transfer to the High-Speed Railway Station and board a high-speed train to Xi’an.
Upon arrival into Xi’an, you’ll be greeted by your driver and transferred to your Xi’an Hotel for a relaxing evening at leisure.
Day 4 – Stay overnight in Xi’an
Exploring Xi’an’s Ancient Wonders
This morning, meet your guide and driver at your Xi’an Hotel Lobby before transferring to the highlight of Xi’an – the Terracotta Army. Xi’an greets you with the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors, an archaeological marvel featuring thousands of life-sized clay soldiers and horses. Your guide will join you exploring the complex, providing context and historical insights.
Following a visit to the Terracotta Warriors, return to Xi’an City and visit the Big Goose Pagoda. This famous landmark is significant Buddhist site dating back to 652 AD. After a late lunch, stroll along and explore Muslim Street, a vibrant marketplace teeming with delicious local snacks and unique souvenirs.
Return transfer to your Xi’an Hotel to conclude the day’s activities and the late afternoon/evening will be at leisure.
Day 5 – Stay overnight in Guilin
History of Xi’an and Flight to Shanghai
Meet your guide and driver at your Xi’an Hotel Lobby and start your day with a visit to the Xi’an Ancient City Wall. This attraction is one of the best-preserved city walls in China, offering spectacular panoramic views overlooking the entire city of Xi’an.
Thereafter, Visit the Drum Tower, Bell Tower and the Great Mosque, each reflecting Xi’an’s rich cultural tapestry. Conclude your Xi’an travels with a visit to the Hangyang Tombs Museum, blending ancient history with modern technology. After this sightseeing, transfer to Xi’an Airport for your departure flight to Shanghai.
Upon arriving into Shanghai, your driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your Shanghai Hotel for an evening at leisure.
Day 6 – Stay overnight in Shanghai
Shanghai’s Blend of Tradition & Modernity
To commence the Shanghai part of the tour, visitors will spend the first day in and around Shanghai City, visiting the different highlights within the city and its surroundings. Start the day off by exploring the historic Long Hua Temple and Pagoda, Shanghai’s oldest temple, before heading to the bustling Old Town and tranquil Yu Garden, a masterpiece of classical Chinese landscaping.
Wander through Xintiandi, a trendy district home to numerous cafes, restaurants and restored Shikumen houses. Following lunch, visit The Bund, a waterfront area showcasing colonial-era architecture before crossing the river to the Pudong side of New Shanghai. Wrap up the day with a tour of the Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone, home to futuristic skyscrapers including the Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai Tower. Return transfer to your Shanghai Hotel to enjoy an evening at leisure.
Day 7 – Stay overnight in Shanghai/END OF TOUR
Picturesque Zhujiajiao Water Town
Today’s tour begins with a visit to a local park & alleyway within the Former French Concession Area. Thereafter, visit the Little White House and enjoy a lunch at a nearby local restaurant.
In the afternoon, transfer to Zhujiajiao Water Village, an ancient riverside village with charming stone bridges, traditional architecture and serene canals. Stroll through its narrow lanes, sample local delicacies, and soak in the peaceful ambiance of this ancient town. At the conclusion of your visit to Zhujiajiao, return transfer to your Shanghai Hotel/Airport/Railway Station to conclude the tour. END OF TOUR.
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