Tour Code: cht-bg-03
Departure Date: Daily
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Big Buses & Drivers 
Authentic Local Restaurants
There are few better ways to enjoy the sights, sounds and atmospheres of China's 2 major sister cities than via a luxury train journey between the two. Not only will you travel like a local, you will also be able to appreciate the views of modern China passing by.
Once you arrive into China, your guide will pick you up from Beijing airport and proceed to take you to your hotel. The rest of the day will be fully available to you as you wish.
Bird's Nest
Dive deep into Chinese history at your first destination, Ming Tombs. We will pick you up at your hotel between 7 am and 8:30 am then drive about 50 minutes from downtown Beijing to the site. The 13 tombs dating back to the Ming Dynasty are the best preserved Chinese imperial tombs that boast more than half a century of history. Changling Tomb, the one we will visit today is the largest and most impressive of the tombs where Emperor Yongle, the first emperor of Beijing, and his Empress Xu were buried in the year 1413 early in the Ming Dynasty. We will spend about 1 hour in total at this site. Before lunchtime, you will visit a Jade Carving Factory. Jade has long been one of China's most impressive national arts and products include decorations to jewelry. A master will show you some techniques and afterwards you can purchase some memories of your own. Followed is the Badaling Great Wall . It is one of the most popular parts of the immense Great Wall since it was the first opened to the public. We will spend about 2 hours here walking and admiring the views and constructions. A cable car ride can also be taken up and down the Badaling Great Wall as you wish. In the later afternoon, you will be taken back to the center of Beijing where the Olympic complex awaits. You will get to see TV-famous images such as the Bird's Nest and Water Cube venues though we will not enter. Finally, pay a visit to a silk factory where you can see and learn about the ancient art of Chinese silk. Drop you back off at your hotel by 6pm.
In the morning we will pick you up at your hotel and transfer you to Tiananmen Square, the largest of its kind in the world and the site of countless key historic events that have taken place in China throughout the ages. Your guide will lead you through the Gate of Heavenly Peace and into the Forbidden City afterwards. The Forbidden City was the home to no less than 24 emperors throughout China's past during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Just before lunch, enjoy a stop at a pearl market where you can learn about the art of pearl processing and do a bit of shopping of your own. Then make a short stop at a venue where you will be able to learn about the philosophies and methods of traditional Chinese and Eastern medicine. The theories are strongly rooted and connected with Chinese culture, thus this visit provides you with additional insight into a local's world. Later comes another well known place in Beijing - the Temple of Heaven. Built in the year 1420 in the early Ming Dynasty, it is the largest ancient imperial worship architecture complex in the world. Emperors once prayed here and citizens continue to do so to this day. You will be able to enjoy the temple and its surroundings for about 1 hour before proceeding. Last on your itinerary today is the Summer Palace. Not really a palace in the Western sense of the word, the Summer Palace is actually a tranquil nature and garden area. It is the largest and best preserved imperial garden in China and an iconic part of the city of Beijing. With its grounds consisting also of a lake, the views here are spectacular indeed. Your visit will be about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Today, you will enjoy a train journey from Beijing to Shanghai. We will arrange your morning transfer to the Railway Station. The trip is about 5.5 hours and allows for a relaxing experience while witnessing the dynamic scenes of China whisking by beyond your windows.
You will arrive into Shanghai in the mid-afternoon whereby we will take you to your hotel in the city and then you can enjoy the rest of the day at your own leisure.
In the morning your guide will meet you at the appointed hotel to begin your tour. Your first stop will be Yuyuan Garden which charms with its elaborate walkways, pagodas, and ponds. It is more than 400 years old and the striking entrance image known as the Great Rockery will surely capture your attention. Next, venture with your guide to the Bund which is perhaps Shanghai's most coveted relaxation area. The riverside pedestrian esplanade is lined with over 50 European style buildings and forms one of the city's most recognized panoramas. Then dine at a Chinese restaurant where you can enjoy typical dishes. The Tianzifang will be your next stop and French Concession area is the last. The French Concession area has been made more modern and you can find nice restaurants, bars, cafes, and other resources for helping you relax. You will be able to see the skyscrapers of the city in the background, making for a unique experience and views.
We will take you to Shanghai airport for your flight home. Thank you for traveling with us!
We use different hotels for different tour classes while the itinerary is the same. Deluxe Class is usually staying at a 5-star hotel, Superior Class at a 4-star hotel and Tourist Class at a 3-star level hotel. The prices for one person are based on sharing twin hotel rooms with another guest. A supplement is necessary if you want to book single rooms. And the prices may rise during national holidays, such as the National Day (September 30th to October 6th) and Chinese New Year (late January or early February)
All of our tour guides are certificated and experienced. They are local experts with detailed knowledge about attractions, history, culture and more. They know the best places to visit, can give you advice on restaurants that serve great local food, the best places to shop, or theaters for the best shows in town.
We use the modern air-conditioned luxury buses for our tour groups
We ensure that all of the buses that we use are well-maintained and always very clean. Our drivers are very nice and careful, with over 5 years’ driving experience.
Sally Guo
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