Arrival-Beijing-Airport

The local guide will meet the group at Beijing Airport after luggage collection and customs clearance. A driver will transfer the group to the hotel in a comfortable vehicle and assist with check-in. The remainder of the day is free for rest or independent exploration of the city.

30 min

Tiananmen-Square-Visit

The guide will pick up the group at the hotel in the morning and take them to Tiananmen Square. Visitors will see the largest urban city square in the world.

30 min

Forbidden-City-Exploration

From Tiananmen Square, the group will enter the Imperial Palace, also called the Forbidden City, to explore its halls and pavilions. They will learn about the emperor's political affairs and lifestyle and view many ancient art treasures. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

180 min

Temple-of-Heaven-Visit

The group will visit the Temple of Heaven, known for its distinctive architecture, where emperors worshipped the heavens to pray for good harvests.

90 min

Acrobatic-Show-and-Dinner

In the evening, the group will attend an acrobatic performance at the Red Theater. Dinner will be served at a well-known restaurant, including Peking Roast Duck and other traditional dishes. This welcome meal is part of the tour price and has a value of CNY150.00 per person.

60 min

Mutianyu-Great-Wall-Visit

The group will be taken to Mutianyu Great Wall in the morning to experience the Great Wall firsthand. A round-trip cable car ride will be arranged. Standing on the wall and viewing it stretching into the distance is part of the experience. Red wine will be provided for a group toast on the Great Wall. After a buffet lunch, the group will return downtown.

180 min

Olympic-Stadium-Photo-Stop

The group will drive back downtown and stop for photos at the Olympic National Stadium (Bird's Nest), viewing its exterior from a distance.

10 min

Hutong-Rickshaw-Tour

The group will take a rickshaw tour through the original Hutong alleys and have the opportunity to visit a local family.

60 min

Summer-Palace-Visit

The morning includes a visit to the Summer Palace, recognized as the largest surviving imperial garden, featuring elegant scenery and notable architectural works.

180 min

Train-to-Xi'an-and-Check-in

Following lunch, the group will board a high-speed train bound for Xi'an, where they will then proceed to check into their hotel.

300 min

Terracotta-Army-Museum

The day starts with a visit to the Terracotta Army museum, which contains three excavated pits exhibiting warrior statues and ancient Chinese weaponry. After lunch, the group will tour the residence of the individual who first discovered the Terracotta Army, followed by a hands-on activity to sculpt a small clay warrior guided by a local craftsman.

240 min

Big-Wild-Goose-Pagoda-Visit

After lunch, the group will visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, built during the Tang Dynasty (618 - 907 AD) to store Buddhist scriptures brought from ancient India.

60 min

Tang-Dynasty Music and Dance Show

In the evening, guests will watch a performance of Tang Dynasty music and dance.

90 min

City Wall Park and City Wall

The day starts with a relaxed visit to City Wall Park to watch local daily activities. Visitors have the option to learn Tai Chi from a master, a gentle Chinese martial art representing traditional culture. Next, there is a visit to the City Wall, recognized as the best-preserved urban defense structure in China. Guests may choose to cycle on the ancient wall, though the cost of bike rental is not included.

120 min

Lunch at Muslim Quarter

A special lunch will be served at the Muslim Quarter, where local dishes can be sampled.

60 min

Flight to Shanghai and Transfer

In the afternoon, travelers board a flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, a local guide will meet them and provide transfer to the hotel.

120 min

Shanghai Museum Visit

This morning, the local guide will pick up guests at their hotel for a visit to the Shanghai Museum, one of China's four largest museums, focusing on ancient artworks.

120 min

Yu Garden and Bazaar

Next, visitors explore Yu Garden and the adjacent traditional bazaar. The garden features the Nine Zigzag Bridge made of granite and grass-white jade, along with a mid-lake pavilion noted for its elegance.

120 min

Bund Leisure Walk

Then, guests take a leisurely walk in the bustling Bund area.

60 min

Huangpu River Cruise and Bund Free Time

Guests take a one-hour cruise on the Huangpu River, known as Shanghai’s mother river and reflecting the city’s history of triumphs and challenges. Following the cruise, there is leisure time to explore the Bund independently. When returning to the hotel, the guide will accompany guests to the lobby to bid them farewell.

120 min

Departure and Airport Transfer

After breakfast, guests arrange their own transportation to the airport for their departure flight. Hotel-airport transfers are not included due to varying flight times, but assistance can be provided if requested.

60 min