China Express

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China Express

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Fully Guided Adventure Small Group
Our Price From 1,817 Per Person
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 Trip Length
8 Days
 Trip Starts
Beijing
 Trip Finishes
Shanghai
8 Day China Express Itinerary (G Adventures)
Countries Explored: China
Our Price From 1,817 Per Person
Exclusive Savings 222 Per Person
 Trip Length
8 Days
 Trip Starts
Beijing
 Trip Finishes
Shanghai
8 Day China Express Itinerary (G Adventures)
Countries Explored: China
Trip Style
Classic
Departures
Budget
Affordable
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
ACCR
Trip Style
Classic
Departures
Budget
Affordable
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
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Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
ACCR

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 8 Day China Express. Walk backwards in time along the Great Wall and stare down an army of Terracotta Warriors before leaping into the future of Shanghai's incredible high-rise towers on this fast-paced tour of China’s highlights. With the perfect blend of guided activities and free time to explore on your own, this adventure is made for those who want to get a taste of China in a short amount of time.
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 8 Day China Express. Walk backwards in time along the Great Wall and stare down an army of Terracotta Warriors before leaping into the future of Shanghai's incredible high-rise towers on this fast-paced tour of China’s highlights. With the perfect blend of guided activities and free time to explore on your own, this adventure is made for those who want to get a taste of China in a short amount of time.

Itinerary

Is Beijing top of your must-see list? Booking pre-trip accommodations will let you do Beijing your way before meeting up with the group. Stay: Dongfang Hotel

Head out of town to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Spend time wandering around, taking photos, and picking up souvenirs. Stay: Dongfang Hotel

Take the Beijing metro to visit the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Later, board a fast train to Xi'an. Stay: HNA Hotel

Visit one of China’s greatest archaeological treasures—the Terracotta Warriors. After, the day is yours to explore as you wish. Stay: HNA Hotel (L)

Say goodbye to Xi'an this morning and hop on the fast train to the bustling city of Shanghai. Stay: Zhen Yue Hotel

Take the train to Suzhou today for a day exploring in the city. Visit Suzhou's famed Master of the Nets Garden, one of the most beautiful in China and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the impressive Tiger Hill Pagoda and its surrounding landscape. Stay: Zhen Yue Hotel

After an orientation walk along Shanghai's famous Bund, you are free to explore the delights of this modern Chinese city. In the evening, head to the theatre for an intense acrobatic performance that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Stay: Zhen Yue Hotel

We highly recommend post-accommodation to fully experience all Shanghai has to offer.

Is Beijing top of your must-see list? Booking pre-trip accommodations will let you do Beijing your way before meeting up with the group. Stay: Dongfang Hotel

Head out of town to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Spend time wandering around, taking photos, and picking up souvenirs. Stay: Dongfang Hotel

Take the Beijing metro to visit the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Later, board a fast train to Xi'an. Stay: HNA Hotel

Visit one of China’s greatest archaeological treasures—the Terracotta Warriors. After, the day is yours to explore as you wish. Stay: HNA Hotel (L)

The ancient Xi’An City Wall was built for protection during the Tang Dynasty through to the Ming Dynasty. Your visit will start at 8:00 am and can take 1-2 hours to explore only a portion of the wall. Choose to rent a bike and hop off where you’d like to admire the views as you pedal along the 12m (39 ft) wide wall, which takes about 2 hrs to cycle along. Stay: Zhen Yue Hotel

Start the day by exploring in the city. Visit Suzhou's famed Master of the Nets Garden, one of the most beautiful gardens in China and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander around Shantang Street. In the late afternoon, ride the bullet train to Shanghai. Stay: Zhen Yue Hotel

After an orientation walk along Shanghai's famous Bund, you are free to explore the delights of this modern Chinese city. In the evening, head to the theatre for an intense acrobatic performance that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Stay: Zhen Yue Hotel

We highly recommend post-accommodation to fully experience all Shanghai has to offer.

Trip Inclusions

  • Trek along the Great Wall.
  • Visit the Forbidden City in Beijing and the canal town of Suzhou.
  • Experience a local meal and the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an.
  • Witness an exciting acrobatic performance in Shanghai.

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Discover Moment: Shanghai
  • Great Wall excursion
  • Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City guided tour
  • Terracotta Warriors tour
  • Master of the Nets Garden and Tiger Hill Pagoda visit
  • Shanghai orientation walk and acrobatic show
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Hotel (7 Nights)

  • English-speaking Chinese CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

  • 1 lunch

  • Train, local bus, metro, private van/bus, walking

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

  • Trek along the Great Wall.
  • Visit the Forbidden City in Beijing and the canal town of Suzhou.
  • Experience a local meal and the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an.
  • Witness an exciting acrobatic performance in Shanghai.

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Discover Moment: Shanghai
  • Great Wall excursion
  • Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City guided tour
  • Terracotta Warriors tour
  • Master of the Nets Garden and Tiger Hill Pagoda visit
  • Shanghai orientation walk and acrobatic show
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Hotel (7 Nights)

  • English-speaking Chinese CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

  • 1 lunch

  • Train, local bus, metro, private van/bus, walking

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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