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10 best Beijing to Shanghai tour packages
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- China Express
- North China Getaway
- 8-Day Best of China Tour: Luxury Small Group & 5-star Hotels
- 10-Day China Premium Tour: Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai
- Ancient China Capitals Discovery
- 11 Days China Natural Wonders Group Tour
- China Golden Triangle 8D Group Tour: Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai
- 13 Days Odyssey of China Tour
- Best of China Tour From Great Wall to the Yangtze 13 Days
- Essential China
China Express
37 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Good value for money and the guide was on point. China would likely have been difficult and beat and undoable without a tour.”
Mary, traveled in November
A cultural immersion begins at Beijing's Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City, followed by a 1,200km bullet train to Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors. High-speed rail covers 1,300km to Shanghai for Bund walks and acrobatic shows, plus Suzhou garden visits.
Duration 8 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From $1,649
30% Off- US$1,154You save $495
North China Getaway
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a great trip that's why I did my China holiday with intrepid again.”
Leila, traveled in April
The route links Beijing's ancient walls to Shanghai's modern skyline via Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors. Highlights include the Great Wall's Gubeikou section, UNESCO-listed Hongcun village, and overnight train travel across 2000km.
Duration 12 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai, Huangshan, Hongcun Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,205
10% Off- US$1,085You save $120
8-Day Best of China Tour: Luxury Small Group & 5-star Hotels
23 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was the best step we made to explore China. This tour was more and beyond our expectations.”
HEATHER, traveled in August
From Beijing's ancient Forbidden City to Shanghai's modern Bund, this route includes Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors. Domestic flights connect cities, while visits encompass Beijing's hutongs, Xi'an's City Wall, and Shanghai's French Concession during this 8-day adventure.
Duration 8 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator TravelChinaGuide From $1,599
15% Off- US$1,359You save $240
10-Day China Premium Tour: Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This offered a good opportunity to see key areas of historical interest in mainland China.”
Eng, traveled in May
The route winds from Beijing's Forbidden City and Great Wall through Pingyao's ancient streets and Xi'an's warrior army. The final stop in Shanghai features the Bund, Yu Gardens, and a champagne sunset cruise on the Huangpu River.
Duration 10 days Destinations Beijing, Pingyao, Xi'an, Shanghai Age Range Ages 18+ Operator The Dragon Trip From $3,214
20% Off- US$2,571You save $643
This 2,100km route links Beijing's Forbidden City and Great Wall to Shanghai's modern metropolis via high-speed rail. Key stops include the Terracotta Warriors and Hangzhou's West Lake.
Duration 12 days Destinations Beijing, Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi'an, Nanjing, Hangzhou, Shanghai Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Truly China Travel From $4,342
35% Off- US$2,822You save $1,520
11 Days China Natural Wonders Group Tour
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Very well organised. Highly recommanded.”
TUDOR, traveled in July
This tour encompasses Beijing's Forbidden City and Summer Palace, followed by high-speed rail to Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors. Air travel leads to Zhangjiajie's Avatar mountains, finishing in Shanghai's Yu Garden and illuminated Bund.
Duration 11 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Zhangjiajie, Shanghai Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Top China Travel From
35% Off- US$2,159
China Golden Triangle 8D Group Tour: Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tour was well put together. From picking up at Beijing airport to check in at the hotels.”
GEORGE, traveled in June
The Forbidden City and Summer Palace await in Beijing, followed by high-speed rail to Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors. A flight to Shanghai reveals the Bund and Oriental Pearl TV Tower, with professional guides leading the way through 3 major cities.
Duration 8 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Top China Travel From
35% Off- US$1,451
A grand expedition from Beijing's Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall proceeds through Xi'an, Guilin, and Hangzhou to Shanghai. High-speed trains and flights connect landmarks from Temple of Heaven to The Bund.
Duration 13 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Hangzhou, Shanghai Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Spanish Operator Bravo Indochina Tours From
35% Off- US$2,790
Best of China Tour From Great Wall to the Yangtze 13 Days
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Very good tour with excellent guides, always on time and very knowledgeable.”
Martin, traveled in September
Your path leads from Beijing's ancient Forbidden City through Xi'an's warrior-guarded tombs and Guilin's limestone peaks. A Yangtze River cruise through Three Gorges precedes Shanghai's historic Bund. Five major cities linked by domestic flights and high-speed rail.
Duration 13 days Destinations Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Yangtze, Shanghai Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Spanish Operator Bravo Indochina Tours From
35% Off- US$2,779
The path winds from Beijing's Tiananmen Square and hutongs through Xi'an and Chengdu via bullet train. The 1,864-mile journey concludes at Shanghai's Bund waterfront and Yu Yuan Gardens.
Duration 11 days Destinations Beijing, Chengdu, Shanghai Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $3,298
14% Off- US$2,850You save $448
What people love about Beijing to Shanghai Tours
- China Express
Firstly the accommodation for the first night was moved to another hotel the day before the tour started. The hotel where we were moved to had no record of us. The same thing happened to the rest of our tour group. This defeats the purpose of booking through an agent. We waited in the foyer for hours (after a very long flight) to get a room in the hotel. The hotel was far from the original hotel and before we started the tour we planned to see sites and researched metro stops etc.
- 8-Day Best of China Tour: Luxury Small Group & 5-star Hotels
Overall the trip was fantastic except for the guide who was supposedly picking us up at Beijing and the Shanghai guide
- 10-Day China Premium Tour: Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai
This offered a good opportunity to see key areas of historical interest in mainland China .
What our customers ask about Beijing to Shanghai Tours
What would be an example itinerary between Beijing and Shanghai?
Popular 11-day routes begin in Beijing with visits to the Great Wall Forbidden City and Summer Palace over 3 days. Travelers then head to Xi'an for 2 days to explore the Terracotta Warriors and the bustling Muslim Quarter before spending 2 days in Guilin and Yangshuo taking in the Li River and countryside. The trip ends with 2-3 days discovering Shanghai's Bund Yu Garden and French Concession. A TourRadar traveler shared "Our guides Candy in Beijing Lily in Xi'an and Ocean in Shanghai were all excellent making each city come alive with their knowledge." Most tours book travelers into upscale hotels like the Sheraton Guilin and Radisson Blu Shanghai.
What are the most common destinations visited between Beijing and Shanghai?
Key stops along this route include Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors Guilin's Li River scenery and Suzhou's classical gardens. Many travelers also visit Chongqing for a Yangtze River cruise. According to one TourRadar review "The guides took us through all the highlights from the Great Wall to the peaceful Li River cruise making it a perfect blend of history and natural beauty." Accommodations typically include well-known hotels like the Crowne Plaza Xi'an and Sheraton Guilin ensuring comfortable rest between destinations.
What type of accommodation can I expect on Beijing-Shanghai tours?
Travelers stay in 4-5 star hotels in central locations such as the Sunworld Hotel near Beijing's Wangfujing Street and the Radisson Blu on Shanghai's Nanjing Road. Some itineraries like the China Natural Wonders tour use the Crowne Plaza Xi'an and Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Every hotel we stayed at was super comfortable and offered breakfast."
What is the average price range for a Beijing to Shanghai tour?
Expect to pay between USD 1900 and USD 4500 per person with most tours averaging around USD 2500. This price covers 4-5 star hotels like the Radisson Blu Shanghai and Hotel New Otani Beijing city-to-city transport English-speaking guides and most meals. One TourRadar traveler noted "The tour was excellent value for money with high quality hotels and experiences included." Prices vary based on trip length activities and hotel choices.
What is the average distance covered on a Beijing to Shanghai tour route?
Direct travel between Beijing and Shanghai spans 1200 kilometers (745 miles). Most tours cover 2500-3000 kilometers (1550-1860 miles) when including stops at Xi'an Guilin and Suzhou. Transport combines high-speed trains and flights. A TourRadar traveler reported "The transportation arrangements were seamless with comfortable high-speed trains making the journey between cities enjoyable." The Beijing-Xi'an segment typically uses bullet trains while longer distances are covered by air.
What dining experiences are typically included in Beijing to Shanghai tours?
Plans include daily hotel breakfast plus select lunches and dinners showcasing local cuisine. Signature meals often feature Peking Duck in Beijing a dumpling feast in Xi'an and traditional Shanghai dishes along the Bund. One TourRadar traveler noted "The a la carte meals were excellent giving us a great taste of authentic regional dishes while avoiding tourist traps."