🌟 About This Trip
The highlights of China’s Golden Triangle can be seen on this 8-day trip. Traveling from Beijing to Xi’an’s ancient ruins and Shanghai’s modern metropolis, you’ll get to experience a wide range of China’s manmade attractions, cultural landmarks, and local customs. Explore the legendary Great Wall, the imperial architecture of the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven, the secrets of the Terracotta Warriors, the local flavor of the Muslim and Hutong neighborhoods, and the breathtaking Shanghai nightscape from the Bund.
🗓️ Itinerary Summary
| Day | Place | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1 – 4 | Beijing | Mutianyu Great Wall, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Hutongs, Summer Palace, High-Speed Train Experience |
| 5 – 6 | Xi’an | Terracotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall, Muslim Quarter, Shaanxi History Museum |
| 7 – 8 | Shanghai | The Bund, Yu Garden & Yuyuan Market, Shanghai Tower, Former French Concession |
🏛️ Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival, Beijing
Nihao China! Once you arrive in Beijing, your local guide and driver will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel in a private vehicle. You’re free to unwind on your own for the rest of the day.
Accommodations: Beijing
Day 2: The Forbidden City and Hutong
Your tour today will begin at Tiananmen Square, a national icon. Walking through it, you will arrive at the Forbidden City, where Chinese emperors lived for hundreds of years. Learn about China’s imperial past by exploring the palaces and exhibits inside.
This afternoon, make your way through Old Beijing’s Hutongs. You will have the unique opportunity to visit the home of a cricket trainer and gain insight into the history and traditions of ancient Chinese cricket fighting.
Optional: A Kung Fu Show is highly recommended as a fantastic visual feast.
Meals: B, L | Accommodations: Beijing
Day 3: Temple of Heaven, Mutianyu Great Wall
The first stop is the beautiful Temple of Heaven, where you may admire the intricate architecture and join locals in healthy pastimes like Tai Chi or sword dancing. Afterward, drive two hours to the stunning Mutianyu Great Wall to explore the old walls winding across the hillsides.
Meals: B, L | Accommodations: Beijing
Day 4: Beijing to Xi’an by Bullet Train
Visit the Summer Palace after breakfast. In beautiful weather, a boat trip on Kunming Lake is the perfect way to unwind. Afterward, you’ll be transferred to the station to board the high-speed train for Xi’an, where your local guide will be waiting to greet you.
Meals: B, L | Accommodations: Xi’an
Day 5: The Terracotta Warriors
Today, encounter the legendary Terracotta Warriors, which have guarded the first emperor of China since 210 B.C. Despite being buried for over 2,200 years, these lifelike soldiers remain remarkably vivid.
In the afternoon, head back to town to enjoy the historic allure of the Ancient City Wall. Strolling or riding a bike along the wall is a great way to take in the red lantern-lit streets.
Meals: B, L | Accommodations: Xi’an
Day 6: Xi’an to Shanghai by Flight
Stroll through the Muslim Quarter to soak in the sights and fragrances. Visit the Shaanxi History Museum to discover hundreds of priceless artifacts. In the afternoon, take a flight to the modern metropolis of Shanghai.
Meals: B, L | Accommodations: Shanghai
Day 7: Highlights in Shanghai
Your Shanghai discovery includes Yu Garden, the bustling Yuyuan Market, and the well-known Bund. Explore the Former French Concession and ascend the Shanghai Tower—the tallest building in China—for amazing views of the Huangpu River.
Optional: The incredible Acrobatic Show is an additional nighttime entertainment option.
Meals: B, L | Accommodations: Shanghai
Day 8: Shanghai, Departure
Enjoy some time on your own before being escorted to the airport for your departure flight. Wishing you a pleasant journey!
Meals: B
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