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China Highlights
8 Days | Discover the highlights of China, from the neon lights of Shanghai to the Great Wall wonder
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Start
Shanghai, China
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Finish
Beijing, China
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Trip Code
CBSD
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
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Physical Rating
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Meals
3 breakfasts
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Transport
Private Vehicle, Public Bus, High Speed Train, Subway
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Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Guesthouse (1 night)
From £1,117(8 days)
Trip Informations
Get a taste of historical China on this culture-stuffed adventure. Travel from Shanghai to Beijing, taking in iconic attractions such as the Great Wall of China (one of the Seven Wonders of the World!) and the Terracotta Warriors along the way. In between the well-known sights, you'll delve beneath the surface, visit the ancient town and traditional garden in Wuxi City, snack through the Muslim Quarter in Xi’an and watch the sun setting on the Great Wall. In just eight days, you’ll have the perfect introduction to the highlights of China.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Take on one of the most popular trips in China, packed full of experiences that will give you a great insight into China in just a short time.
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Be dazzled by Shanghai’s neon lights and the stunning night skyline. Then, get a peek into what life was like in ancient times with a visit to the incredibly scenic Huishan Ancient Town and one of the finest examples of traditional Chinese gardens – Jichang Garden.
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Spend the night in a charming, family-run guesthouse near the Great Wall of China – a great opportunity to experience local life – and take the chance for a short sunset hike over one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
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Explore Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City in Beijing with a local leader who knows all the history, tips and tricks for this fascinating and historic area.
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Witness the incredible sight of the Terracotta Army – buried for over 2000 years, this fantastic historical wonder is an excellent example of the genius and artistic prowess of man.
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By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Tuuur Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.
Is this trip right for you?
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Be prepared for some long travel days as you’ll need to cover over 2000km to see China's main highlights in this 8-day adventure, without a flight.
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This trip packs a lot in over a short amount of time, so it’s highly recommended you spend some extra time in Shanghai and Beijing before or after your trip to experience more of what these great cities have to offer.
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As a short, city-based trip, there isn't a lot of time to experience China's beautiful natural landscapes or get further off the beaten track. If you have more time to explore, consider China Experience (CBSE), or Beijing to Hong Kong Adventure (CBSJ)
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China’s world-class sites and experiences draw large numbers of local and international travellers. We recommend a little patience and comfortable shoes as you may need to wait before entering the more popular locations on your itinerary.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Day 1 • Shanghai
- DAY 2Day 2 • Wuxi/Shanghai
- DAY 3Day 3 • Xi'an
- DAY 4Day 4 • Xi'an
- DAY 5Day 5 • Great Wall
- DAY 6Day 6 • Beijing
- DAY 7Day 7 • Beijing
- DAY 8Day 8 • Beijing
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
3 breakfasts
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Private Vehicle, Public Bus, High Speed Train, Subway
bed Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Guesthouse (1 night)
festival Activities
circleWuxi - Huishan Ancient Town
circleWuxi - Jichang Garden
circleXi'an - Muslim Quarter Walking Tour and Snack Sampling
circleXi'an - Terracotta Warriors Tour - leader led
circleGreat Wall - Sunset
circleGreat Wall - Jinshanling section
circleBeijing - Forbidden City
circleBeijing - Tiananmen Square
museum Optional activities
circleShanghai - Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Centre (entrance fee) - CNY25
circleShanghai - Yuyuan Garden (entrance fee) - CNY40
circleShanghai - Shanghai Museum (entrance fee) - Free
circleXi'an - Great Mosque (entrance fee) - CNY25
circleXi'an - Bell & Drum Towers (entrance fee) - CNY50
circleXi'an - City Wall bike hire - CNY45
circleXi'an - Tang Dynasty Show - CNY290
circleXi'an - Big Goose Pagoda (entrance fee) - CNY80
circleXi'an - Little Wild Goose Pagoda - CNY50
circleBeijing - Temple of Heaven (entrance fee) - CNY40
circleBeijing - Hutong family visit - CNY150
circleBeijing - Lama Temple (entrance fee) - CNY25
circleBeijing - Acrobat show (ticket) - CNY290
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Important notes
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1. Your trip starts at 4pm on Day 1.
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2. A single supplement is bookable for this trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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3. A scanned copy of the personal details page of your passport needs to be sent to your booking agent no later than 40 days before departure in order for us to purchase our train tickets.
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4. Please note while traveling through mainland China you will not be able to access some popular internet websites.
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