Tour Code: cht-ta-01
Departure Date: Daily
Features: 
Private Tour Guide 
Private Car & Driver 
Authentic Local Restaurants
On this tour that includes Beijing and Shanghai, not only will you be able to discover many of China's top attractions such as the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Bund, you will also be able to travel between these cities via the country's new high speed railway. All these experiences together combine to create a 6 day tour that reveals both the historic and the modern cosmopolitan sides of China.
On arrival to Shanghai, we will receive you from the airport and take you to your hotel in the city. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy as you wish.
| SSAW Boutique Hotel The Bund 
| Kingtown Hotel Plaza Shanghai 
Oriental Pearl TV Tower in Shanghai
In exploring Shanghai, your first stop will be Yuyuan Garden found in the city's old quarters. Built in the Ming Dynasty, this garden was once a private retreat but now attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. The elements found here are typical of classic Chinese gardens, making it very beautiful to walk though and enjoy. Nearby is a busy marketplace where you can buy some small snacks and souvenirs and watch the local people go by.
Then head to the Bund with your guide. The Bund is one of Shanghai's most popular social areas. The 52 European style buildings here shine uniquely in the city's skyline, and set against the glistening Huangpu River, it makes for a great scene day or night. You will find many top restaurants, boutiques, hotels, and more along this riverside walkway. It is 1.5 kilometers in total and a fine place for a walk with a loved one.
After a fine meal at a local restaurant, go across the river to the Oriental Pearl TV Tower which is one of the tallest in the world. Like the Bund, it is striking to the eye but because this tower has two immense spheres one on top of the other. The Shanghai History Museum is at the first floor of the tower where you can learn a bit about the city's history, focused more on the modern and revolutionary eras.
| SSAW Boutique Hotel The Bund | Kingtown Hotel Plaza Shanghai 
Summer Palace
Travele from Shanghai to Beijing via China's revolutionary high speed railway today. On the way, you will see many beautiful and typical scenes of Chinese cities and ruralscapes.
On arrival to Beijing, we will make one stop at the famous Summer Palace. This elegant destination was once the summer escape for imperial families during the dynasty eras and features impeccable landscaped gardens, halls, pavilions, corridors, and much more. All have been set and arranged to flow in perfect harmony with each other. The Summer Palace is the biggest and best preserved imperial garden in China and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lunch is at a local restaurant which serves great local dishes.
| Beijing New World Centre Tongpai Hotel | Dongfang Hotel Beijing 
Beijing is one of the oldest establishments in China though it wasn't always the capital through the ages. The Temple of Heaven is another ancient site not to be missed, built in the year 1420 in the Ming Dynasty and an important construction for Taoism. The emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties used to visit every year to pray for an abundant harvest and more. The temple’s complex spreads over an impressive 273 hectares and was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998.
Then of course, it will be time to visit the Great Wall. There are many parts of the Great Wall that crosses through China, but we will visit the Mutianyu Great Wall which is not as crowded as some other parts. Taking a trip of about 2.5 hours from Beijing center, you will reach this section and take a cable car up to the top where you will be presented with breathtaking views of the ancient landscape as well as the human engineering marvel beneath your feet. At the end of your explorations, you can descend from the wall via cable car once more or wander down by foot. Lunch today will be a special meal because it will be close to the Great Wall.
| Beijing New World Centre Tongpai Hotel | Dongfang Hotel Beijing 
Tiananmen Square is a name almost synonymous with Beijing and China. It is said that this is the largest public square on earth. If it turns out it is not the biggest by size, it certainly might be by reputation. Numerous historical events have been held in his public arena due to its central location in the city and cultural significance. Today on your tour, you will be able to wander the grounds of Tiananmen Square as you wish. Surrounding the square you will see important buildings such as various museums and Chairman Mao's Mausoleum. There is also an ornate gate that will lead you to the Forbidden City.
The Forbidden City is a place of mystique even beyond its name. It was the home to 24 emperors during the Ming and Qing Dynasties and is understandably a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are more than 900 buildings here that make up the entire Forbidden City including numerous and elaborate halls, courtyards, quarters, and gardens. You will also find many historic and cultural exhibits that take you further back in time as you imagine what life was like during the imperial ages.
After lunch at a local restaurant, get a look at typical Beijing life as a citizen on a tour of a hutong in the Xicheng District. A hutong is a very traditional residential area made up of winding corridors and single story homes that often have courtyards within. You will travel through this area by foot and rickshaw, then also visit the delightful Silver Ingot Bridge.
| Beijing New World Centre Tongpai Hotel | Dongfang Hotel Beijing We will take you back to your point of departure for your journey back home.
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 cars for families or 2-3 persons and small buses for small groups of 4-7 persons.
We ensure that all of the vehicles that we use are well-maintained (not over 4 years) and always very clean. Our drivers are very nice and careful with over 5-year drive experience.
Sally Guo
Travel Advisor
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