6-Day Beijing & Shanghai Imperial Heritage and Modern City Private Tour

🏯 Discover two contrasting sides of China in 【Beijing】 and 【Shanghai】. Explore the imperial halls of 【Forbidden City】, experience traditional hutong life and walk along 【Mutianyu Great Wall】. Travel by high-speed train to Shanghai, where the historic 【Bund】 meets the modern Pudong skyline. Cross the Huangpu River by ferry, admire the city from 【Shanghai Tower】 and discover the charm of 【Yu Garden】 and the 【Former French Concession】. 🚄

6-Day

From US$1,459 p/p

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🏯 Explore the Stories of Imperial Beijing

Go beyond a simple palace walk at Forbidden City and discover the architecture, history and lives of people connected with China's imperial court.

🏡 Discover Everyday Life in Beijing's Hutongs

Walk through historic hutong lanes and visit a local family's courtyard home to hear about neighborhood life and traditions.

🌿 Walk Along Mutianyu Great Wall

Take the arranged round-trip cable car and explore Mutianyu Great Wall, enjoying the watchtowers and mountain scenery at your preferred walking pace.

🏙️ Discover Shanghai from Waterfront to Skyline

Explore the historic Bund, cross the Huangpu River by public ferry and enjoy elevated city views from Shanghai Tower.

🌸 Experience Shanghai's Gardens and Historic Streets

Discover the classical landscape design of Yu Garden, taste local Shanghai food and walk through the tree-lined Former French Concession.

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Beijing Arrival Airport → Beijing Hotel

Approx. 25–55 km / 0.5–1.5 hrs

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Beijing Hotel → Tian'anmen Square → Forbidden City → Beijing Hutongs → Local-Family Home Visit → Beijing Hotel

Approx. 20–40 km / 1–2 hrs

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Beijing Hotel → Temple of Heaven → Mutianyu Great Wall → Beijing Hotel

Approx. 145–190 km / 3.5–4.5 hrs

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Beijing Hotel → Summer Palace → Beijing Railway Station → High-Speed Train → Shanghai Railway Station → Shanghai Hotel

Approx. 45–95 km / 1.5–3 hrs by road; high-speed train approx. 4.5–6 hrs, subject to the confirmed service

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Shanghai Hotel → The Bund → Historic Local Alley → Huangpu River Public Ferry → Shanghai Tower → Yu Garden → Former French Concession → Shanghai Hotel

Approx. 25–50 km / 1.5–3 hrs

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Shanghai Hotel → Confirmed Shanghai Departure Airport / Railway Station

Approx. 10–55 km / 0.5–1.5 hrs

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7-Seater · 2–6 Guests · Exterior

7-Seater · 2–6 Guests · Interior

9-Seater · 2–8 Guests · Exterior

9-Seater · 2–8 Guests · Interior

Minibus · 10–29 Guests · Exterior

Minibus · 10–29 Guests · Interior

Coach · 20–60 Guests · Exterior

Coach · 20–60 Guests · Interior

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Selected Hotel in Beijing

Standard Double Room

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Selected Hotel in Beijing

Standard Double Room

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Selected Hotel in Beijing

Standard Double Room

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Selected Hotel in Shanghai

Standard Double Room

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Selected Hotel in Shanghai

Standard Double Room

The Cost Includes

• English-speaking local guide for scheduled sightseeing and transfers

• Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver for scheduled road transfers and sightseeing

• High-speed train ticket from Beijing to Shanghai on Day 4

• 5 nights of hotel accommodation

• Hotel breakfasts from Day 2 to Day 6, subject to the final confirmed hotel arrangements

• Scheduled Shanghai local-food lunch on Day 5

• Admission tickets and scheduled activities listed in the confirmed itinerary

• Scheduled visits to Tian'anmen Square and the Forbidden City

• Scheduled Beijing hutong walk and local-family home visit

• Scheduled visits to the Temple of Heaven and Mutianyu Great Wall

• Scheduled round-trip cable car at Mutianyu Great Wall

• Scheduled visit to the Summer Palace

• Scheduled in-depth Bund walk and Huangpu River public-ferry crossing

• Scheduled visits to Shanghai Tower, Yu Garden and the Former French Concession

• Scheduled arrival, departure, railway-station and hotel transfers

• Travel assistance during the tour

The Cost Excludes

• International and domestic flights or train tickets to Beijing and from Shanghai

• China visa

• Meals not explicitly included in the final confirmed meal plan

• Additional food, snacks, tea and drinks purchased independently

• Summer Palace dragon-boat ticket unless expressly included in the final booking

• Hutong calligraphy activity and Bell Tower admission unless separately confirmed

• Optional activities, additional attraction tickets and experiences not listed in the confirmed itinerary

• Private Huangpu River sightseeing cruise; Day 5 uses a public ferry

• Personal shopping and other personal expenses

• Single Room Supplement

• Travel insurance

• Tips to guides and drivers

• Any service not specifically listed under "The Cost Includes"

Booking Notice

• The published reference price is based on 2 people traveling together on a private tour. Final pricing varies by travel date, group size, hotel choice and itinerary adjustments.

• Day 4 includes the Beijing → Shanghai high-speed train. The departure and arrival stations, train number, seat class and boarding time will be confirmed before travel.

• Forbidden City admission requires advance real-name booking. The available halls and visiting route depend on the confirmed ticket and current opening arrangements.

• Day 2 includes a hutong walk and local-family home visit. Calligraphy and Bell Tower entry require separate confirmation if requested.

• Day 3 includes a round-trip cable car at Mutianyu Great Wall, subject to weather and attraction operations.

• Day 4 includes the Summer Palace. A dragon-boat ride is suggested on the reference page but must be confirmed before being treated as an included activity.

• Day 5 includes a Huangpu River public ferry, not a private sightseeing cruise. Shanghai Tower observation-deck access depends on the confirmed admission arrangement.

• The Day 5 restaurant and local-food selection are subject to the confirmed dining reservation. Please advise us of dietary requirements in advance.

• Historic streets, palace grounds, gardens and the Great Wall involve walking and steps; comfortable non-slip shoes are recommended.

• This private itinerary can be customized according to your interests, walking preference and travel schedule.

Refund Policy

• More than 30 days before departure: 10% cancellation fee

• 30–15 days before departure: 20% cancellation fee

• 14–7 days before departure: 30% cancellation fee

• 6–2 days before departure: 50% cancellation fee

• Less than 48 hours before departure or no-show: 100% cancellation fee

• Any non-refundable costs already incurred for hotels, tickets, transportation or other services will be deducted from the refundable amount.

FAQ

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Where does the tour end?

The tour ends with a scheduled transfer to your confirmed Shanghai departure airport or railway station on Day 6.

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Which meals are included?

The reference page states that meals listed in the itinerary are included, but it does not publish a complete day-by-day meal table. Hotel breakfasts are expected from Day 2 to Day 6, and the Day 5 local-food lunch is explicitly scheduled. The remaining lunches and dinners must be confirmed in the final quotation.

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Is the Huangpu River experience a private cruise?

No. Day 5 includes a public ferry crossing between the historic waterfront and Pudong.

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Is the Summer Palace dragon-boat ride included?

The reference page recommends a dragon-boat ride as a way to explore the Summer Palace. The boat ticket must be confirmed in the final booking before being treated as included.

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Is the Mutianyu Great Wall cable car included?

Yes. The scheduled Day 3 itinerary includes a round-trip cable car, subject to the attraction's operating conditions.

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Does the Beijing hutong tour include a family visit?

Yes. The detailed Day 2 itinerary includes a walk through historic hutongs and a visit to a local family's courtyard home. Calligraphy and Bell Tower admission should be confirmed separately if you wish to add them.

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How do we travel from Beijing to Shanghai?

The standard itinerary includes a high-speed train on Day 4. The exact departure and arrival stations, train number and seat class will be confirmed before travel.

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Can this itinerary be customized?

Yes. This private tour can be adjusted according to your sightseeing interests, accommodation preferences and travel schedule.

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