Chongqing - Shanghai City Highlights - Beijing (L)

Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan) - The driver will be waiting in the lobby of your Chongqing hotel with a name sign, ready to transfer you to the airport for a 2-hour flight to Shanghai.

Upon arrival, your local tour guide will be at the exit of the arrival hall with a name sign.

Board your private air-conditioned vehicle and begin your personalized tour of Shanghai’s attractions. Discuss the historical highlights and sights you wish to visit with your knowledgeable guide, who will assist in planning an itinerary tailored to your interests. Typically, the tour begins 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.

The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses - Next, proceed directly to the Museum of Qin Terra-Cotta Warriors and Horses. During the journey, your tour guide will share related histories and stories, and you are welcome to ask any questions.

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 significant attraction. Explore the museum and gain rich insights from your tour guide.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then head to Xi’an international airport for your flight to Beijing. (2.5 hours)

Jade Buddha Temple - Then, proceed to the Jade Buddha Temple. Here, you will see the White Jade Buddhas, brought from Burma in the nineteenth century. Stroll through the temple’s halls and courtyards with your tour guide, learn about the temple’s history and Buddhism in China, and observe how locals come to worship and burn incense.

Yu Garden (Yuyuan) - After lunch at a local restaurant, explore Yuyuan Garden, the largest ancient garden featuring Ming and Qing style architecture. Follow your tour guide to explore the garden and learn how to create a perfect garden. Then visit the Old City God Temple, surrounded by various local snack shops and streets.

The Bund - Continue to the Bund, where you will see the stunning city skyline, including the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, Shanghai Tower, and colonial buildings along the Huangpu River. Take a walk and capture photos.

Former French Concession - Continue exploring the Former French Concession. Besides its historical and religious significance, the Shanghai French Concession is a fantastic place for leisure. Follow your tour guide to wander the narrow alleyways, dine in one of the many cafes or restaurants (at your own cost), or browse through 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 between China and the world, Shanghai Xintiandi’s Shikumen attraction was created by transforming residential blocks into a multifunctional dining, retail, and entertainment center filled with international-standard restaurants, boutiques, cafes, and bars. Follow your tour guide and explore the area. If you have already visited some of these places and wish to do something different, feel free to discuss with your tour guide where to go. You can choose attractions or activities based on your interests: Shanghai Museum, Pearl TV Tower, World Financial Center, or Jinmao Tower.

Beijing - After completing your Shanghai city tour, you will be transferred to the airport for a 2-hour flight to Beijing.

Upon arrival in Beijing, your driver will be waiting for you at the exit of the arrival hall with a name sign and will take you to your hotel in Beijing.

Beijing: Tiananmen Square-Forbidden City-Great Wall at Mutianyu (B,L)

Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) - Your tour guide and driver will pick you up at 8:00 am in the lobby of your Beijing hotel, with the first stop being 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 People’s Heroes. Follow your tour 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. The Forbidden City was declared a World Heritage Site in 1987. Discover ancient treasures from thousands of years of history and admire the maze of palaces, gardens, and stunning courtyards as your guide shares their histories and stories.

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. It is a bit more rugged and slightly less crowded than the more famous Badaling section of the Wall. Over 96% of Mutianyu is covered with trees and orchards.

Follow your tour 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 your tour is finished, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Xi’an.

Xi’an - Your driver in Xi’an will be waiting for you at the exit of the arrival hall with a name sign, ready to transfer you to your hotel in Xi’an.

Xi’an: Terra-cotta Warriors- City Wall- Muslim Quarter(B,L)

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

Begin 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 significant attraction. Explore the museum and gain rich insights from your tour 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 your tour guide to stroll around the Muslim food and souvenir market. Try delicious local snacks if you wish, at your own cost.

After the tour is finished, you can choose to end your tour in Xi’an, Beijing, Shanghai, or return to Chongqing.

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

• Gratuities to tour guide and driver(recommended)
• Accommodation if the hotel option not been selected

Experience China’s Golden Triangle on this private 3-day tour of Shanghai, Beijing and Xi’an from Chongqing by plane. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage sites: Terra-cotta Army, the Great Wall of China and the Forbidden City. Explore key Shanghai highlights, stroll around Tian’anmen Square, see Beijing Olympic Stadium, climb up to Xi’an City Wall and check out the local muslim quarter. Your friendly and knowledgeable private guide will give you a comprehensive history class about the attractions. Tour including plane tickets, entrance fee, lunch, English speaking tour guide and private vehicle, you can choose to end your tour in Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai or return Chongqing. 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.