Beijing to Shanghai Highlight Connect and Stay
Beijing to Shanghai Highlight Connect and Stay
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Unique Experiences:
Cycle through Beijing’s historic streets and iconic landmarks as the city comes alive at night.
Step back in time with a visit to Xian’s world-famous Terracotta Warriors.
Discover Chongqing’s fascinating cityscape, from the famous Liziba monorail to a traditional hotpot dinner in a former air-raid shelter.
Walk along the thrilling glass skywalks of Tianmen Mountain and admire its spectacular mountain views.
Travel across China by high-speed train and experience the unique character of five incredible cities, from ancient wonders to modern city life.
Step back in time with a visit to Xian’s world-famous Terracotta Warriors.
Discover Chongqing’s fascinating cityscape, from the famous Liziba monorail to a traditional hotpot dinner in a former air-raid shelter.
Walk along the thrilling glass skywalks of Tianmen Mountain and admire its spectacular mountain views.
Travel across China by high-speed train and experience the unique character of five incredible cities, from ancient wonders to modern city life.
Trip Length:
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Departure Days:
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Travel Season:
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Locations Visited:
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Participants:
Up to 16 travelers may book this trip. One or more components of this trip are a shared experience.
Physical Difficulty:
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Transportation:
Beijing International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) to Beijing by Car or Van
Beijing West Railway Station to Xian North Railway Station by Fast Train
Xian North Station to Xian by Car or Van
Xian North Railway Station to Chongqing North Railway Station by Bullet Train
Chongqing North Station to Chongqing by Car or Van
Public Transport to the Sight Seeing Location
Chongqing North Railway Station to Zhangjiajie West Railway Station by Bullet Train
Zhangjiajie West Railway Station Station to Zhangjiajie by Car or Van
Public Taxi to the Tianmen Mountain (Heaven Gate Mountain)
Zhangjiajie West Railway Station to Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station by Fast Train
Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station to Shanghai by Car or Van
Beijing West Railway Station to Xian North Railway Station by Fast Train
Xian North Station to Xian by Car or Van
Xian North Railway Station to Chongqing North Railway Station by Bullet Train
Chongqing North Station to Chongqing by Car or Van
Public Transport to the Sight Seeing Location
Chongqing North Railway Station to Zhangjiajie West Railway Station by Bullet Train
Zhangjiajie West Railway Station Station to Zhangjiajie by Car or Van
Public Taxi to the Tianmen Mountain (Heaven Gate Mountain)
Zhangjiajie West Railway Station to Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station by Fast Train
Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station to Shanghai by Car or Van
Accommodation:
3 nights at Beijing Golden Inns Jianguomen in a Standard Room
2 nights at Ramada Xian Bell Towerin a Superior Room
2 nights at Chongqing Meirui Hotel in a Standard Room
3 nights at Travel of Swan International Youth Hostelin a Standard Room
2 nights at Shanghai Magnificent International hotel in a Standard Room
2 nights at Ramada Xian Bell Towerin a Superior Room
2 nights at Chongqing Meirui Hotel in a Standard Room
3 nights at Travel of Swan International Youth Hostelin a Standard Room
2 nights at Shanghai Magnificent International hotel in a Standard Room
Meals:
4 Breakfasts
2 Dinners
2 Dinners
How to Get There:
Our representative will be waiting for you at Beijing International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) exit and will accompany you to your hotel.
Check-in/Check-out:
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Inclusions:
Meals: 4 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners
Accommodations: 3 nights at Beijing Golden Inns Jianguomen in a Standard Room, 2 nights at Ramada Xian Bell Towerin a Superior Room, 2 nights at Chongqing Meirui Hotel in a Standard Room, 3 nights at Travel of Swan International Youth Hostelin a Standard Room, 2 nights at Shanghai Magnificent International hotel in a Standard Room
Transportation: Beijing International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) to Beijing by Car or Van, Beijing West Railway Station to Xian North Railway Station by Fast Train, Xian North Station to Xian by Car or Van, Xian North Railway Station to Chongqing North Railway Station by Bullet Train, Chongqing North Station to Chongqing by Car or Van, Public Transport to the Sight Seeing Location, Chongqing North Railway Station to Zhangjiajie West Railway Station by Bullet Train, Zhangjiajie West Railway Station Station to Zhangjiajie by Car or Van, Public Taxi to the Tianmen Mountain (Heaven Gate Mountain), Zhangjiajie West Railway Station to Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station by Fast Train, Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station to Shanghai by Car or Van
Miscellaneous: English Speaking Guide, Half Day Cycling Trip, Entrance fees (for the attractions mentioned in the itinerary)
Accommodations: 3 nights at Beijing Golden Inns Jianguomen in a Standard Room, 2 nights at Ramada Xian Bell Towerin a Superior Room, 2 nights at Chongqing Meirui Hotel in a Standard Room, 3 nights at Travel of Swan International Youth Hostelin a Standard Room, 2 nights at Shanghai Magnificent International hotel in a Standard Room
Transportation: Beijing International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) to Beijing by Car or Van, Beijing West Railway Station to Xian North Railway Station by Fast Train, Xian North Station to Xian by Car or Van, Xian North Railway Station to Chongqing North Railway Station by Bullet Train, Chongqing North Station to Chongqing by Car or Van, Public Transport to the Sight Seeing Location, Chongqing North Railway Station to Zhangjiajie West Railway Station by Bullet Train, Zhangjiajie West Railway Station Station to Zhangjiajie by Car or Van, Public Taxi to the Tianmen Mountain (Heaven Gate Mountain), Zhangjiajie West Railway Station to Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station by Fast Train, Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station to Shanghai by Car or Van
Miscellaneous: English Speaking Guide, Half Day Cycling Trip, Entrance fees (for the attractions mentioned in the itinerary)
Exclusions:
Travel Insurance (Compulsory)
Tips and Gratuities
Compulsory and Peak Season Surcharges
Tips and Gratuities
Compulsory and Peak Season Surcharges
Age Policy:
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Essential To Bring:
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Special Information:
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Shared Facilities:
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Map
Itinerary
Day 1: Beijing
Welcome to Beijing! Upon arrival at Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX), your driver will meet you at the arrival hall holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel.
After check-in, the rest of the day is free at leisure for you to relax after your flight or begin exploring the nearby area on your own.
Transportation: Beijing International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) to Beijing by Car or Van
Accommodation: Beijing Golden Inns Jianguomen in a Standard Room
After check-in, the rest of the day is free at leisure for you to relax after your flight or begin exploring the nearby area on your own.
Transportation: Beijing International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) to Beijing by Car or Van
Accommodation: Beijing Golden Inns Jianguomen in a Standard Room
Day 2: Beijing – Half Day Cycling Trip
The daytime is free at leisure for you to explore Beijing on your own or relax at the hotel.
In the evening, your guide will meet you at your hotel at 18:00. Together, you will walk to a nearby public bicycle parking area to collect your bicycle and begin your cycling experience. This is a loop cycling route and will usually end at or near the bicycle parking area close to your hotel. If bicycle parking is not available near the hotel, you will return the bicycle at the nearest available parking area and walk back to the hotel with your guide.
Enjoy the refreshing evening breeze as you cycle through Beijing’s inner city and admire the city’s night scenery. Along the route, you will pass several well-known landmarks and local areas, including Tiananmen Square, the National Theatre, the Forbidden City’s Corner Tower, Jingshan Park, Beihai Park, Shichahai, the hutong areas, the Drum Tower, and the Bell Tower. This is a relaxed way to experience Beijing’s local nightlife and evening atmosphere.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Beijing Golden Inns Jianguomen in a Standard Room
Miscellaneous: English Speaking Guide, Local Bicycle, Helmet
In the evening, your guide will meet you at your hotel at 18:00. Together, you will walk to a nearby public bicycle parking area to collect your bicycle and begin your cycling experience. This is a loop cycling route and will usually end at or near the bicycle parking area close to your hotel. If bicycle parking is not available near the hotel, you will return the bicycle at the nearest available parking area and walk back to the hotel with your guide.
Enjoy the refreshing evening breeze as you cycle through Beijing’s inner city and admire the city’s night scenery. Along the route, you will pass several well-known landmarks and local areas, including Tiananmen Square, the National Theatre, the Forbidden City’s Corner Tower, Jingshan Park, Beihai Park, Shichahai, the hutong areas, the Drum Tower, and the Bell Tower. This is a relaxed way to experience Beijing’s local nightlife and evening atmosphere.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Beijing Golden Inns Jianguomen in a Standard Room
Miscellaneous: English Speaking Guide, Local Bicycle, Helmet
Day 3: Beijing
Today is free at leisure for you to explore Beijing at your own pace. You may choose to visit more of the city’s historical sites, enjoy local food, explore the hutong areas, or simply relax before continuing your journey tomorrow.
Accommodation: Beijing Golden Inns Jianguomen in a Standard Room
Accommodation: Beijing Golden Inns Jianguomen in a Standard Room
Day 4: Beijing to Xian by Fast Train
After check-out, make your own way to Beijing West Railway Station for your high-speed train to Xian.
Upon arrival at Xian North Railway Station, your driver will meet you at the pre-arranged meeting point holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel in Xian. After check-in, the rest of the day is free at leisure.
Transportation: Beijing West Railway Station to Xian North Railway Station by Fast Train, Xian North Station to Xian by Car or Van
Accommodation: Ramada Xian Bell Towerin a Superior Room w/BF
Upon arrival at Xian North Railway Station, your driver will meet you at the pre-arranged meeting point holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel in Xian. After check-in, the rest of the day is free at leisure.
Transportation: Beijing West Railway Station to Xian North Railway Station by Fast Train, Xian North Station to Xian by Car or Van
Accommodation: Ramada Xian Bell Towerin a Superior Room w/BF
Day 5: Xian
Today is free at leisure for you to explore Xian on your own.
If you would like to visit the Terracotta Warriors, the entrance ticket is included today. Please note that you will need to make your own way to and from the site. The Terracotta Warriors are one of China’s most famous historical attractions and offer an impressive insight into the ancient Qin Dynasty.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Ramada Xian Bell Towerin a Superior Room w/BF
If you would like to visit the Terracotta Warriors, the entrance ticket is included today. Please note that you will need to make your own way to and from the site. The Terracotta Warriors are one of China’s most famous historical attractions and offer an impressive insight into the ancient Qin Dynasty.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Ramada Xian Bell Towerin a Superior Room w/BF
Day 6: Xian to Chongqing by Bullet Train
After check-out, make your own way to Xian North Railway Station for your train to Chongqing.
Upon arrival at Chongqing North Railway Station, your driver will meet you at the station exit holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is free at leisure for you to relax or begin exploring the city on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
Transportation: Xian North Railway Station to Chongqing North Railway Station by Bullet Train, Chongqing North Station to Chongqing by Car or Van
Accommodation: Chongqing Meirui Hotel in a Standard Room
Upon arrival at Chongqing North Railway Station, your driver will meet you at the station exit holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is free at leisure for you to relax or begin exploring the city on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
Transportation: Xian North Railway Station to Chongqing North Railway Station by Bullet Train, Chongqing North Station to Chongqing by Car or Van
Accommodation: Chongqing Meirui Hotel in a Standard Room
Day 7: Chongqing
Chongqing is often known as a “magical city” because of its dramatic hills, layered streets, river views, and unique urban layout.
Your guide will meet you at 14:00 in the lobby of your hotel. You will use public transport, local taxi, or metro to explore some of the city’s most interesting sights. Start with Kuixing Building, where Chongqing’s unusual landscape creates the feeling that you are on the ground floor, while actually being many floors above street level.
Continue to Liziba Subway Station, famous for the train that passes through a residential building. This is one of Chongqing’s most well-known modern city sights and a popular photo stop.
In the evening, enjoy a hotpot dinner in a former air-raid shelter, offering a unique setting to try one of Chongqing’s most famous local dishes. After dinner, continue to Hongya Cave to enjoy the night view before returning to your hotel.
Meals: Dinner (Hotpot)
Transportation: Public Transport to the Sight Seeing Location
Accommodation: Chongqing Meirui Hotel in a Standard Room
Miscellaneous: English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fee, Public Transportation Fee
Your guide will meet you at 14:00 in the lobby of your hotel. You will use public transport, local taxi, or metro to explore some of the city’s most interesting sights. Start with Kuixing Building, where Chongqing’s unusual landscape creates the feeling that you are on the ground floor, while actually being many floors above street level.
Continue to Liziba Subway Station, famous for the train that passes through a residential building. This is one of Chongqing’s most well-known modern city sights and a popular photo stop.
In the evening, enjoy a hotpot dinner in a former air-raid shelter, offering a unique setting to try one of Chongqing’s most famous local dishes. After dinner, continue to Hongya Cave to enjoy the night view before returning to your hotel.
Meals: Dinner (Hotpot)
Transportation: Public Transport to the Sight Seeing Location
Accommodation: Chongqing Meirui Hotel in a Standard Room
Miscellaneous: English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fee, Public Transportation Fee
Day 8: Chongqing to Zhangjiajie
After check-out, make your own way to Chongqing East Railway Station for your train to Zhangjiajie.
Upon arrival at Zhangjiajie West Railway Station, your driver will meet you at the station exit holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is free at leisure.
Transportation: Chongqing North Railway Station to Zhangjiajie West Railway Station by Bullet Train, Zhangjiajie West Railway Station Station to Zhangjiajie by Car or Van
Accommodation: Travel of Swan International Youth Hostelin a Standard Room
Upon arrival at Zhangjiajie West Railway Station, your driver will meet you at the station exit holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred by private vehicle to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is free at leisure.
Transportation: Chongqing North Railway Station to Zhangjiajie West Railway Station by Bullet Train, Zhangjiajie West Railway Station Station to Zhangjiajie by Car or Van
Accommodation: Travel of Swan International Youth Hostelin a Standard Room
Day 9: Zhangjiajie
Your guide will meet you at 8:30am and take a local taxi to visit Tianmen Mountain, also known as Heaven Gate Mountain.
At the top, enjoy walking along the cliff-hanging walkways and glass skywalks, where you can take in views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. You will also visit Tianmen Temple and use the escalators to descend to Tianmen Cave, a large natural arch in the mountain known as Heaven’s Gate.
During the visit, you will also experience the famous cable car journey connected with Tianmen Mountain, offering scenic views of the mountain landscape. In the afternoon, return to your hotel by local taxi. The rest of the day is free at leisure.
Transportation: Public Taxi to the Tianmen Mountain ( Heaven Gate Mountain)
Accommodation: Travel of Swan International Youth Hostelin a Standard Room
Miscellaneous: English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fee, Public Transportation Fee
At the top, enjoy walking along the cliff-hanging walkways and glass skywalks, where you can take in views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. You will also visit Tianmen Temple and use the escalators to descend to Tianmen Cave, a large natural arch in the mountain known as Heaven’s Gate.
During the visit, you will also experience the famous cable car journey connected with Tianmen Mountain, offering scenic views of the mountain landscape. In the afternoon, return to your hotel by local taxi. The rest of the day is free at leisure.
Transportation: Public Taxi to the Tianmen Mountain ( Heaven Gate Mountain)
Accommodation: Travel of Swan International Youth Hostelin a Standard Room
Miscellaneous: English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fee, Public Transportation Fee
Day 10: Zhangjiajie
Today is free at leisure for you to explore Zhangjiajie on your own or simply relax after the previous day’s sightseeing.
You may choose to enjoy the local area, take time to rest, or arrange your own optional activities depending on your interest.
Accommodation: Travel of Swan International Youth Hostelin a Standard Room
You may choose to enjoy the local area, take time to rest, or arrange your own optional activities depending on your interest.
Accommodation: Travel of Swan International Youth Hostelin a Standard Room
Day 11: Zhangjiajie to Shanghai by Fast Train
After check-out, make your own way to Zhangjiajie West Railway Station for your train to Shanghai.
Upon arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, your driver will meet you and transfer you by private vehicle to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is free at leisure.
Transportation: Zhangjiajie West Railway Station to Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station by Fast Train, Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station to Shanghai by Car or Van
Accommodation: Shanghai Magnificent International hotel in a Standard Room
Upon arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, your driver will meet you and transfer you by private vehicle to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is free at leisure.
Transportation: Zhangjiajie West Railway Station to Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station by Fast Train, Shanghai Honaqioa Railway Station to Shanghai by Car or Van
Accommodation: Shanghai Magnificent International hotel in a Standard Room
Day 12: Shanghai
Today is free at leisure for you to explore Shanghai on your own. You may choose to visit the city’s modern shopping areas, historic neighbourhoods, riverside districts, or simply enjoy your final full day in China at your own pace.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Shanghai Magnificent International hotel in a Standard Room
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Shanghai Magnificent International hotel in a Standard Room
Day 13: Shanghai
Check-out time is before 12:00 noon.
After check-out, you are free to continue to your next destination or extend your stay in Shanghai at your own arrangement.
Meals: Breakfast
After check-out, you are free to continue to your next destination or extend your stay in Shanghai at your own arrangement.
Meals: Breakfast
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