8 Nights China Itinerary: Beijing (3 Nights), Xi'an (2 Nights), Shanghai (3 Nights)

Trip Itinerary

Itineraries

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Day 1: Arrival in Beijing

Morning: Arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport. Transfer to your hotel and check-in. Relax and unwind after your journey.

Afternoon: Visit Tiananmen Square, one of the largest public squares in the world, and explore the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former imperial palace.

Evening: Enjoy a traditional Peking Duck dinner at a famous local restaurant.

Overnight: Beijing.

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Day 2: Great Wall of China and Summer Palace

Morning: Travel to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall (70 km, 1.5 hours by car). Hike this well-preserved section, known for its stunning views and fewer crowds.

Afternoon: Visit the Summer Palace, a beautifully preserved imperial garden and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll along the Long Corridor and take a boat ride on Kunming Lake.

Evening: Explore Wangfujing Street, famous for its shopping and street food offerings.

Overnight: Beijing.

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Day 3: Beijing Exploration

Morning: Visit the Temple of Heaven, a 15th-century Taoist temple, and observe locals practicing tai chi in the surrounding park.

Afternoon: Discover the traditional Hutongs (narrow alleyways) on a rickshaw tour. Stop by a local family’s home to learn about their culture and enjoy a homemade lunch.

Evening: Watch an exciting Kung Fu show or Beijing Opera performance.

Overnight: Beijing.

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Day 4: Beijing to Xi'an (Flight, 2 hours)

Morning: Fly to Xi'an and transfer to your hotel.

Afternoon: Visit the Ancient City Wall, one of the oldest and best-preserved city walls in China. Walk or bike along the top for panoramic views of the city.

Evening: Explore the vibrant Muslim Quarter, known for its street food and bustling markets. Try local specialties like lamb skewers and dumplings.

Overnight: Xi'an.

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Day 5: Terracotta Warriors

Morning: Visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum (40 km, 1 hour by car), a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing thousands of life-sized statues.

Afternoon: Return to the city and explore the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, an iconic Buddhist landmark.

Evening: Enjoy a Tang Dynasty cultural performance with a traditional dumpling feast.

Overnight: Xi'an.

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Day 6: Xi'an to Shanghai (Flight, 2 hours)

Morning: Fly to Shanghai and transfer to your hotel.

Afternoon: Stroll along The Bund, a waterfront area with stunning views of colonial architecture and the modern Pudong skyline.

Evening: Take a Huangpu River Cruise to admire Shanghai’s illuminated skyline.

Overnight: Shanghai.

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Day 7: Discover Shanghai

Morning: Visit the Yu Garden, a classical Chinese garden with pavilions, rockeries, and koi ponds. Wander through the nearby Yuyuan Bazaar for souvenirs.

Afternoon: Explore the Shanghai Museum, housing impressive collections of Chinese art and artifacts.

Evening: Watch an acrobatic performance at the Shanghai Circus World or enjoy the nightlife in Xintiandi, a stylish entertainment district.

Overnight: Shanghai.

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Day 8: Day Trip to Zhujiajiao Water Town

Morning: Drive to Zhujiajiao Water Town (50 km, 1 hour by car), known as the "Venice of Shanghai." Take a boat ride through its canals and explore ancient bridges, shops, and temples.

Afternoon: Return to Shanghai and visit the futuristic Shanghai Tower, China’s tallest skyscraper, for panoramic views from the observation deck.

Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner at a fine-dining restaurant overlooking the Bund.

Overnight: Shanghai.

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Day 9: Departure from Shanghai

Morning: After breakfast, transfer to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for your departure flight.

Say goodbye and board your flight back home with beautiful memories of your experience in China.

Recommended Hotels

Super Luxury

Beijing

  • Bvlgari Hotel Beijing – Chaoyang District
  • Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing – Wangfujing
  • The Opposite House – Sanlitun
  • The Peninsula Beijing – Wangfujing
  • The PuXuan Hotel and Spa – Dongcheng District
  • The Ritz-Carlton, Beijing – Chaoyang District
  • The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street – Financial Street

Xi'an

  • Gran Meliá Xi'an – Qujiang New District
  • Sofitel Legend People's Grand Hotel Xi'an – Renmin Square
  • The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an – Gaoxin District

Shanghai

  • Bulgari Hotel Shanghai – Jing'an District
  • Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li – Xuhui District
  • Fairmont Peace Hotel – The Bund
  • J Hotel, Shanghai Tower – Pudong District
  • Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai – Pudong District
  • Park Hyatt Shanghai – Pudong District
  • The Peninsula Shanghai – The Bund
  • The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong – Pudong District
  • The St. Regis Shanghai Jingan – Jing'an District
  • W Shanghai - The Bund – The Bund
  • Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund – The Bund

Luxury

Beijing

  • BEI Zhaolong Hotel – Chaoyang District
  • Commune By The Great Wall – Yanqing District
  • Fairmont Beijing – Chaoyang District
  • Four Seasons Hotel Beijing – Chaoyang District
  • Grand Hyatt Beijing – Wangfujing
  • Hotel Éclat Beijing – Chaoyang District
  • NUO Hotel Beijing – Chaoyang District
  • Park Hyatt Beijing – Chaoyang District
  • Regent Beijing – Dongcheng District
  • Rosewood Beijing – Chaoyang District
  • Sofitel Beijing Central – Chaoyang District
  • The St. Regis Beijing – Chaoyang District

Xi'an

  • Angsana Xi’an Lintong – Lintong District
  • Grand Hyatt Xi'an – High-Tech Zone
  • Hilton Xi'an – Beilin District
  • Hyatt Regency Xi'an – Qujiang New District
  • W Xi'an – Qujiang New District

Shanghai

  • Alila Shanghai – Jing'an District
  • Andaz Xintiandi, Shanghai – Xintiandi
  • Artyzen NEW BUND 31 Shanghai – Pudong District
  • Grand Hyatt Shanghai – Pudong District
  • Hyatt on the Bund, Shanghai – The Bund
  • JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Shanghai Pudong – Pudong District
  • The PuLi Hotel and Spa – Jing'an District
  • The Shanghai EDITION – Huangpu District
  • The St. Regis on the Bund, Shanghai – The Bund
  • The St. Regis Changsha – Changsha

Standard

Beijing

  • Holiday Inn Express Beijing Dongzhimen – Dongcheng District
  • Ibis Beijing Dongdaqiao – Chaoyang District
  • Novotel Beijing Peace – Wangfujing
  • Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing – Dongcheng District
  • Pentahotel Beijing – Chongwenmen
  • V-Continent Beijing Parkview Wuzhou Hotel – Chaoyang District
  • Yanbai Villa – Near Badaling Great Wall

Xi'an

  • Holiday Inn Xi'an Big Goose Pagoda – Yanta District
  • Ibis Xi'an South Second Ring Weiyang Road Hotel – Weiyang District
  • Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower – Beilin District
  • Sheraton Xi'an North City Hotel – Xincheng District
  • Wyndham Grand Xian South – Qujiang New District

Shanghai

  • Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai Central – Jing'an District
  • Holiday Inn Shanghai Downtown – Zhabei District
  • Ibis Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel – Huangpu District
  • Longemont Shanghai – Changning District
  • Meliá Shanghai Parkside – Pudong District
  • Novotel Shanghai Atlantis – Pudong District
  • Parkyard Hotel Shanghai – Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park
  • Primus Hotel Shanghai Hongqiao – Hongqiao District
  • Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre – Huangpu District
  • The Anandi Hotel and Spa – Changning District

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