Shanghai City Highlights (L)

Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan) - Meet the tour guide in the lobby of the Shanghai hotel, board a private air-conditioned vehicle, and begin a personalized tour of the city’s attractions. Discuss the historical highlights and sights of interest with the knowledgeable guide, who will assist in planning an itinerary tailored to personal preferences. Typically, the tour starts with the Shanghai Museum, which is divided into eleven galleries and three exhibition halls. The museum is renowned for its collections of bronze ware, ceramics, and painting and calligraphy, boasting 120,000 rare and precious cultural relics across 21 categories.

Jade Buddha Temple - Next, visit the Jade Buddha Temple to see the White Jade Buddhas, brought from Burma in the nineteenth century. Stroll through the temple’s halls and courtyards with the guide, learn about the temple’s history and Buddhism in China, and observe locals worshipping and burning incense.

Yu Garden (Yuyuan) - Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then explore Yuyuan Garden, the largest ancient garden featuring Ming and Qing style architecture. Follow the guide to explore the garden and learn about creating a perfect garden. Visit the Old City God Temple, surrounded by various local snack shops and streets.

Former French Concession - Continue to the Former French Concession, a fantastic place for leisure time, besides its historical and religious significance. Follow the guide through narrow alleyways, dine at one of the many cafes or restaurants (at own cost), or browse the numerous art galleries and photographic studios.

Xintiandi - The final stop is the vibrant nightlife district of Xintiandi. As a bridge between the past and the future, and China and the world, Shanghai Xintiandi’s Shikumen attraction was created by transforming residential blocks into a multifunctional dining, retail, and entertainment center with international-standard restaurants, boutiques, cafes, and bars. Follow the guide to explore the area. If some of these places have been visited before and there’s a desire for something different, feel free to discuss alternative attractions or activities with the guide, such as the Shanghai Museum, Pearl TV Tower, World Financial Center, or Jinmao Tower.

After the tour, transfer to the airport for a 2-hour flight to Beijing.

Beijing - The driver in Beijing will hold a name sign at the exit of the arrival hall, then transfer to the hotel in Beijing.

Beijing City Highlights-Xi’an(B,L)

Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) - The tour guide and driver will pick up guests in the lobby of the Beijing hotel, heading directly to Tian’anmen Square.

Tian’anmen Square is the world’s largest public square, home to the National Museum of China, the mausoleum of Mao Zedong, and the Monument to the Peoples’ Heroes. Follow the guide, stroll along the square, and learn about the histories and stories behind it.

Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - From there, pass through the South gate to the magnificent Forbidden City, a 250-acre complex of courtyards, palaces, pavilions, and gardens, which served as the imperial palace for emperors and their households for over 500 years. Declared a World Heritage Site in 1987, the Forbidden City houses ancient treasures from thousands of years of history. Admire the maze of palaces, gardens, and stunning courtyards as the guide shares their histories and stories.

Niaochao National Stadium - Drive past the Olympic park, and let the guide know if there’s a desire to stop for photos.

Mutianyu Great Wall - Afterward, enjoy a traditional Chinese lunch at a local restaurant, then relax on the 1.5-hour drive to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. This section is a bit more rugged and slightly less crowded than the more famous Badaling section. Over 96% of Mutianyu is covered with trees and orchards.

Follow the guide to hike up and down different towers, and enjoy the convenience of a cable car round trip or a toboggan ride at the wall.

After the tour, transfer to the airport for a flight to Xi’an.

Xi’an - The driver in Xi’an will hold a name sign at the exit of the arrival hall, then transfer to the hotel in Xi’an.

Xi’an City Highlights-Guilin (B, L )

The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses - Meet the tour guide in the lobby of the Xi’an hotel, board a private air-conditioned vehicle, and head directly to the Terracotta Warriors Museum. The guide will explain the related histories and stories along the way, and questions are welcome.

Start with a visit to the world-famous Terracotta Warriors Museum, known as “the Eighth Wonder of the World.” The museum is divided into three sections: No.1 Pit, No.2 Pit, and No. 3 Pit. The original site was discovered by four local farmers while drilling a well in 1974 and has since become Xi’an’s most important attraction. Stroll around the museum and gain rich information from the guide.

Xi’an City Wall (Chengqiang) - After lunch, perhaps head to the 600-year-old Xi’an City Wall. Reach the top of the centuries-old city wall and admire views of the city below.

Muslim Quarter - Afterwards, head to the Muslim Quarter, the hub of the Muslim community in Xi’an City. Follow the guide to stroll around the Muslim food and souvenir market. Try delicious local snacks if desired, at own cost.

After the tour, transfer to the airport for a 2-hour flight to Guilin.

Guilin - The driver will hold a name sign at the exit of the arrival hall, then transfer to the hotel in Guilin.

Guilin-Li River Cruise-City Highlights(B,L)

Li River - The private English-speaking guide and driver will pick up guests from the hotel’s lobby at 8:00 am and transfer to Zhujiang Pier, where the boat cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo County begins. The Li River Cruise is considered the highlight of any visit to Guilin.

Gui Lin Zhujiang Pier - Along the river, enjoy breathtaking views of peaks and pinnacles, crystal-clear water, and picturesque pastoral countryside scenery. The river generally has three sections, with various attractions like peaks and villages along the river having interesting descriptive names, sparking imagination. Listening to the guide’s legendary stories about the attractions is a delightful experience while appreciating the landscapes. Most stories are mystical fairy tales and love stories. The cruise usually takes around 3.5 to 4 hours, depending on water conditions.

Xingping Fishing Village - The Li River takes a big turn at Xingping, endowed with beautiful and poetic scenery. It has been reproduced in many Chinese landscape paintings. Even the newly-issued 20 RMB note features the scenery on its back. A photographer once said: ‘Shots from any perspective of this place turn out to be impressive and stunning’.

A simple lunch will be enjoyed on the boat.

Shili Hualang - In the afternoon, choose to spend a few hours in Yangshuo exploring the Ten-Mile Gallery, then head to Guilin airport for the flight to Shanghai.

Strolling down a country road feels like traveling in a painting. This is true of the Ten-Mile Gallery in Yangshuo County, a fairyland on earth. As the name implies, Ten-Mile Gallery is a picturesque road stretching from the Yangshuo town area to Moon Hill, endowed with rolling hills, endless fields, idyllic villages, and clear rivers on both sides.

Elephant Trunk Hill (Xiangbishan) - Alternatively, head back to Guilin and visit the city’s most famous attraction, Elephant Trunk Hill.

Elephant Trunk Hill is the landmark of Guilin and has been a famous tourist destination since the Tang Dynasty (618 – 907). The hill resembles a giant elephant drinking water from the river.

Enjoy a vigorous walk to the top, visit the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644) Puxian Tower, built to worship Samantabhadra. Learn its history from the guide, then enjoy panoramic views of the city, Li River, and surrounding scenery.

Reed Flute Cave (Ludi Yan) - Alternatively, head back to Guilin and visit the Reed Flute Cave. Over millions of years, dripping water has eroded the cave to create a special world of various stalactites, stone pillars, and rock formations. Explore important spots in the attraction such as Tower-shaped Pine and Crystal Palace. Despite the fantastic natural scenery inside Reed Flute Cave, there are many writings on the wall, including 77 travelogues and poems from the Tang Dynasty (618-907).

After the tour, choose to end the tour in Yangshuo/Guilin, Beijing, or Shanghai.

• Plane Tickets (economy class) + Guilin-Yangshuo 4 Star Cruise Ticket
• Lunch
• English-speaking guide
• Breakfast
• Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
• Overnight accommodation of standard twin room (two beds), based on twin share if choose the option
• Entrance Fee + Cable car round trip or ski lift up and toboggan down at the Great Wall

• Gratuities to tour guide and driver(recommended)
• Accommodation if you choose to have the tour only

Explore some of China’s most famous sites on a private 4-day tour to Xi’an, Guilin and Beijing from Shanghai. You’ll travel by private air-conditioned car and plane. At each destination, a local guide meets you and takes you around the top sights. Discover the culture and history of China as you see famous sites like the Terra-cotta Army, the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, Tian’anmen Square. Xi’an City Wall and check out the local muslim quarter, Shanghai Yuyuan Garden, White Jade Buddha Temple, the Bund and Xintiandi area. Cruise down the Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo and admiring the stunning karst peaks. Tour including plane tickets, entrance fee, lunch, English speaking tour guide and private vehicle, you can choose to end your tour in Guilin or return Shanghai. Tour includes the option to book 4 star accommodation with daily breakfast.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.