Beijing to Shanghai Adventure: Ancient Kingdoms of China

Destinations: Beijing, Xian, Suzhou, Shanghai

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Overview

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China can be intimidating, what with its Great Wall, Forbidden City, and army of Terracotta Warriors. This eight-day trip will wipe away any worries — you'll have an expert Chief Experience Officer (CEO) leading the way and you'll hit the highlights in the company of other young travellers. Get a mix of modern and historic with plenty of time to enjoy the nightlife. Best of all, you're in control — see the sights you like and skip the ones you don't — so it's an adventure you'll never forget.

Highlights

Start in Beijing and end in Shanghai! With the in-depth cultural tour Beijing to Shanghai Adventure: Ancient Kingdoms & Karaoke, you have a 8 day tour package taking you from Beijing to Shanghai and through Beijing, China and 3 other destinations in China. Beijing to Shanghai Adventure: Ancient Kingdoms & Karaoke is a small group tour that includes accommodation in a hotel and hostel as well as an expert guide, transport and more.

Itinerary

Day 1Beijing

Arrive at any time.

Accommodation:
- Sicily Hotel, Beijing Tiantan East Gate (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Meet Your CEO and Group

Additional Notes: Peak season notice: Golden Week falls between October 1st and 7th, 2019/2020/2021. Please note that Golden Week is a semi-annual 7-day or 8-day national holiday for the people of China. This is a very busy time of the year for domestic tourists, so expect some crowding at major attractions. We recommend booking these dates well in advance as accommodations and transportation availability is extremely limited.

Day 2Beijing

The Chinese capital, Beijing, is one of the world's most impressive and vibrant cities. Spend a day at the Great Wall, a monumental feat of engineering intended to protect China from the northern barbarians.

Opt to pre-book the Beijing Kung Fu Show on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Accommodation:
- Sicily Hotel, Beijing Tiantan East Gate (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Great Wall Mutianyu Visit

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Kung Fu Show - Beijing

Day 3Beijing/Xi'an

Enjoy free time in Beijing before an overnight train to Xi'an.

Transport:
- Basic overnight train (beds) 12:00 - 15:00 Hr(s)

Additional Notes: Train is our main mode of transport in China and it's a great way to travel.

Day 4Xi'an

Opt to tour the lovely and unusual Great Mosque (a wonderfully serene place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city), great souvenir stalls, and enjoy some of the best street food in China. The remaining city walls are a great place to watch the sunset or join the locals for ballroom dancing or tai chi in the early morning.

Interested in a half-day guided tour to see the Terracotta Warriors? Pre-book the Terracotta Warriors Guided Tour on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour.

Accommodation:
- 7 Sages Bell Tower Youth Hostel (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Muslim Quarter Orientation Walk

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Terracotta Warriors Guided Tour

Day 5Xi'an/Suzhou

Enjoy free time to explore Xi'an, then take an overnight train to Suzhou.

Transport:
- Basic overnight train (beds) 14:00 - 16:00 Hr(s)

Day 6Suzhou

Visit Suzhou, the "Venice of the East." Opt to explore the Master of the Nets Garden, one of China's most exquisite gardens. In the evening, let loose like the locals with a karaoke session in a private room for the group; this is sure to be a memorable night!

Accommodation:
- Haobainian Hotel (ZC) (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Private Karaoke Session

Day 7Suzhou/Shanghai

Shanghai is the most modern of Chinese cities. Go shopping on the famous Nanjing Road or stroll along the Bund district with its many riverside historical buildings.


Opt to see a show, pre-book the Shanghai Acrobatic Performance on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Accommodation:
- Phoenix Hostel (or similar).

Transport:
- Bullet train 02:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Orientation Walk of the Bund

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Acrobatic Performance
- Shanghai Acrobatics Performance

Day 8Shanghai

Depart at any time.

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

Includes

  • Accommodation: Rated Good by past passengers

  • Guide: Rated Excellent by past passengers

  • Transport: Rated Excellent by past passengers

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Excludes

  • Flights

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