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8-Day China small group tour to Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai. This is the most popular and all-inclusive escorted China tour package. You will see the three most iconic Chinese cities, with sweeping views of the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Terracotta Warriors, and many other highlights. The maximum number of travelers is 18 and there are no tourist shopping stops or factories to take up your travel time.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
NO shopping detours, no factory stores, no tea ceremony, no shopping site restaurant. Avoid wasting time at any shopping motive stop.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Single room supplement for solo guest is compulsive and is available on request
Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong (5 stars)
Beijing International Airport Airport Transportation China
Your local tour guide will meet you at Beijing Airport after reclaiming your luggage and clearing customs. The driver will transport you in a comfortable vehicle to the hotel and help you with the check-in procedure. The rest of the day is left for you to have a good rest or to become familiar with our capital city on your own.
Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong (5 stars)
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Tiananmen Square
This morning, your tour guide will pick up you at the hotel and take you to visit Tiananmen Square. You will see what the biggest urban city square in the world looks like.
The Palace Museum
From Tiananmen Square, you will enter the Imperial Palace, also known as the Forbidden City to explore its fascinating halls and pavilions. Here, you will not only learn how the emperor handled political affairs and lived their lives, but appreciate numerous ancient art treasures. Then enjoy your lunch at a good local restaurant.
Temple of Heaven
At last, you will see the Temple of Heaven, with its unique architecture, where the emperors worshipped the heavens in hopes of good harvests.
Red Theater Acrobatic Show Official
Tonight, we will arrange for you to enjoy the wonderful acrobatic show in the Red Theater. We specially serve you a welcome a la carte dinner (valued at CNY150.00 per person and included in tour price) at a popular restaurant, where you can have a taste of the most famous Peking Roast Duck and other authentic typical dishes.
Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong (5 stars)
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Mutianyu Great Wall
This morning, you will be taken to Mutianyu Great Wall to experience at first hand the wonder of the Great Wall. The round-trip cable car will be arranged. Standing on the wall and looking at it, stretching up and down into boundless distance is an exciting experience and will leave a life-long memory. To celebrate and commemorate this moment, we specially provide red wine for a group-toasting on the Great Wall. After enjoying a buffet lunch, we will return downtown.
Drive back to down and have a photo stop at the Olympic National Stadium (Bird's Nest), you will see its splendid appearance at a distance.
Hutong Tour
Afterwards, you will take a rickshaw tour to explore the original Hutong alleys and have a chance to visit a local family.
Crowne Plaza Xi'an (5 stars)
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Summer Palace
In the morning, you will visit the Summer Palace - the largest existing imperial garden with a graceful landscape and magnificent constructions.
Beijing Railway Station
After lunch, take a high speed train to Xi'an and check in at the hotel.
Crowne Plaza Xi'an (5 stars)
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
DINNER
Dinner
Dumplings with show
LUNCH
Lunch
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
The visit to the Terracotta Army will begin your day's journey. In the museum, there are three excavated pits displaying amazing warrior figures and Chinese ancient weapons. After lunch, take a family visit to the home of the first discoverer of the Terracotta Army. And then make a mini clay warrior by yourself with the help of a local artisan.
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
After lunch, you will visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which was built in the Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD) to store the Buddhist scriptures brought from ancient India.
Tang Dynasty Show
A splendid evening is in store when you will be entertained by the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show.
The Sunrise on the Bund (4 stars)
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Xi'an City Wall
The day begins with a leisure visit to the City Wall Park, where you can observe the day-to-day life of the locals. You may also practice Tai Chi with the master. Tai Chi, a soft form of Chinese martial arts, is considered the quintessential Chinese culture. After that, you will pay a visit to the City Wall. It is the most complete existing urban fortification in China. Cycling on the ancient wall is an exciting experience that many people like to try (bike rental fee is not included).
Muslim Quarter
Then you will have a special lunch at the lively Muslim Quarter and try some local food.
Shanghai
In the afternoon, you will board the flight to Shanghai. Your local guide will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to the hotel.
The Sunrise on the Bund (4 stars)
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan)
This morning, Your local tour guide will pick you up at your hotel. You will visit one of the four largest museums in China, the Shanghai Museum, which specializes in exhibiting artworks from ancient times.
Yu Garden
After that, explore Yu Garden and its nearby traditional bazaar. The symbol of the Garden is the Nine Zigzag Bridge built of granite and grass-white jade and the quaint, elegant mid-lake pavilion.
The Bund (Wai Tan)
After that, enjoy a panorama of the city at Duo Yun Bookstore on the 52nd floor of Shanghai Tower. And then go to the thriving Bund area.
Huangpu River
Take a one-hour cruise along the Huangpu River - the mother river of Shanghai. As the symbol and a microcosm of the city, the river has witnessed the glory, humiliation, despair, and prosperity of Shanghai. Enjoy some free time on the Bund. Upon returning to the hotel, your guide will see you into the lobby to say bon voyage.
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, please find your own way to the airport for your homeward flight. Due to different flight schedules, the hotel-airport transfer service is not included. However, we would be happy to assist you if needed.
This is the best-selling China tour. It covers the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace in Beijing, the Terracotta Armies in Xian and modern Shanghai. Pickup included
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Drivers & air-conditioned vehicles
Entrance fees to tourist sites
Hotel accommodation based on twin-sharing room
Two bottled water per person per day
One way Economy-class airfare from Beijing to Xi'an and Xi'an to Shanghai.
Gratuities to guides and drivers (recommended)
China visa fees
International airfare
Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
Airport drop-off service in Shanghai on Day 8.
Personal expenses
Not suitable for: People over 80 years old, Wheelchair users.
Capital Airport
Shunyi Beijing China
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
460 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
449dgr,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The experience was GREAT. Rita was very helpful, professional and her English was perfect. Highly recommended.
817megawatim,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
"We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Xi'an. This historically rich city was made even more fascinating by the guidance of our guide, CELINE. She was extremely professional, punctual, friendly, and knowledgeable about every place we visited. Celine explained the history of the Terracotta Warriors, the City Wall, the Great Mosque, and various other destinations in a clear and engaging manner. She was also very helpful in providing recommendations for local cuisine, great photo spots, and ensuring our trip went smoothly and comfortably. Thank you, CELINE for your excellent service and compassion. We had a wonderful experience in Xi'an and will definitely recommend you to friends and family visiting here."


susanfT9729RG,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We were on the 18 person tour for 11 days. China is amazing, much more than I had ever anticipated. The sites, scenery, people, culture, food. Carol, our tour guide was outstanding, the best guide I have ever had. We were all taken care of very well, our needs were anticipated and she really seemed to care that we got the best experience while there. Her English was impeccable and she always went the extra mile! I also appreciated that Kina, who was the rep who booked us, came to meet us at the hotel one day. This tour company was fantastic!
Go26193754016,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful time in Xian. Our guide, Celine, was organized, knowledgeable and friendly. We highly recommend her!
Khristofer A,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Xian exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide Lily was very knowledgeable with the historical significance of the area. She gave an in depth perspective of Xian. I wish we would have stayed longer. Thank you Lily.
205abrama,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful time in Xian. Visited interesting places . We would like especially to thank our guide Lilly, shi was very friendly and highly professional.
John Zevallos,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent time in Xi'an. Lilly is very knowledgeable in history and knows a lot of all places we visited. Highly recommend to take a tour with her
antrrat,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Lily was an amazing guide who made our tour of the Terracotta Warriors and Pagoda unforgettable. Her insights were incredible, and the hands-on terracotta model-making workshop she included was a fantastic highlight!
H9548ZCsamanthap,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a great tour of Xi’an with Celine. She was very knowledgeable and brought the city’s rich history to life with clear explanations and interesting stories. We visited the Terracotta Warriors and the Xi’an City Wall, both of which were major highlights, and she helped us understand their historical significance in an engaging way. Celine was friendly, professional, and easy to communicate with throughout the day. Everything was well organized and stress-free, and she was always happy to answer questions and share helpful tips. Overall, we learned a lot and really enjoyed the experience. I would highly recommend Celine to anyone visiting Xi’an for a memorable and informative tour.
T4840CGjudym,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Carol was our guide for the Xi'an portion of the trip. She thoughtfully met at the platform when our train from Beijing arrived. We did not gave to look for her. On the bus ride to the hotel, Carol gave an extensive history of the area. The next day, Carol took the group to see the Terra Cotta soldiers. On the bus ride, she gave background on the museums (pits) and what to expect. We were also fortunate enough to meet the person who discovered the soldiers over 50 years ago. Afterwards we molded our very own soldiers while Carol took pictures of the activity. The following day, we had a Tai Chi lesson where Carol continued to take pictures for us. We then had free time to walk along the wall surrounding the old portion of Xi'an. We then visited The Big Goose Pagoda. The guided tour of the pagoda was excellent. Carol has to be one of the best guides i have met. She is thoughtful, professional, respectful and courteous.
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