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8-Day China Golden Triangle Tour: Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai, No Shopping

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Beijing

    Beijing
    Start point
    Beijing, China (24-hour Airport Pick-up, 00:00 - 23:55)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong (5 Stars))
  3. Day 2

    Beijing

    Beijing
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (À la carte welcome dinner with Peking Roast Duck and other local delicacies)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong (5 Stars))

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Tiananmen Square
    • Guided visit to Forbidden City
    • Guided visit to Temple of Heaven
    • Acrobatic show at Red Theater
    • À la carte welcome dinner
    Landmarks
    Tiananmen Square
    Forbidden City
    Temple of Heaven
  4. Day 3

    Beijing

    Beijing
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Buffet lunch)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong (5 Stars))

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Mutianyu Great Wall
    • Round-trip cable car ride at Great Wall
    • Chairlift up and toboggan down option at Great Wall
    • Red wine toast at Great Wall
    • Photo stop at Bird's Nest and Water Cube
    • Rickshaw tour through Hutong alleys
    • Visit to local family in traditional courtyard
    Landmarks
    Mutianyu Great Wall
    Bird's Nest
    Water Cube
    Hutong alleys
  5. Day 4

    Beijing to Xi'an

    Beijing to Xi'an
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Crowne Plaza Xi'an (5 Stars))

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Summer Palace
    Landmarks
    Summer Palace
  6. Day 5

    Xi'an

    Xi'an
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional dumpling dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Crowne Plaza Xi'an (5 Stars))

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Terracotta Army Museum
    • Visit to terracotta warrior discoverer's home
    • Mini terracotta warrior crafting in traditional workshop
    • Guided visit to Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
    • Traditional dumpling dinner
    • Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show
    Landmarks
    Terracotta Army Museum
    Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
  7. Day 6

    Xi'an to Shanghai

    Xi'an to Shanghai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (À la carte local food lunch)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* ( The Sunrise on the Bund (4 Stars))

    Included Activities

    • Shadowboxing masterclass at City Wall Park
    • Guided visit to Xi'an City Wall
    • Exploration of Muslim Quarter
    • À la carte local food lunch at Muslim Quarter
    Landmarks
    City Wall Park
    Xi'an City Wall
    Muslim Quarter
    Bell and Drum Towers
  8. Day 7

    Shanghai

    Shanghai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Pan-fried buns at century-old restaurant with delivered coffee)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* ( The Sunrise on the Bund (4 Stars))

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Yu Garden
    • Visit to traditional bazaar at Yu Garden
    • Guided visit to Shanghai Museum
    • Pan-fried buns lunch at century-old restaurant
    • Stroll along the Bund
    • Huangpu River cruise
    Landmarks
    Yu Garden
    Shanghai Museum
    The Bund
    Huangpu River
  9. Day 8

    Shanghai

    Shanghai
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Alona4.3•October 2026
    It's was a wonderful and memorable trip.
  • Ming4.0•May 2026
    The itinerary was as advertised: Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Shanghai. The tour busses were large and newer. The...
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  • Mohamed5.0•May 2026
    This was a very organised trip and the programme was fully packed and useful and covers the most important and...
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    Heather

    Asked on March 11th, 2026

    Can you fit us in for earlier departure from Beijing to Shanghai? We will be in china from 22/3/26-31/3/26 and flying out from Shanghai to Hong Kong on 31/3/26. Can you accommodate 2 people for a tour?

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    • Agate TravelOperator•Written March 2026

      Our Small Group Tour is fixed on tour date. The only available tour date is from Mar 25 - Apr 01, 2026. If your tour date is fixed, we can arrange a similar private tour for you, you will enjoy the tour with one private tour guide and private driver with a car exclusively. The tour price with 4 stars hotel is USD2069 per person.

    • Agate TravelOperator•Written March 2026

      The tour itinerary includes: Day 1 - Mar 22(Sun): Beijing, Day 2 - Mar 23(Mon): Beijing (Mutianyu Great Wall, Olympic National Stadium, hutong rickshaw tour), Day 3 - Mar 24(Tue): Beijing (Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Yonghe Temple, Temple of Heaven), Day 4 - Mar 25(Wed): Beijing to Xi'an (Summer Palace, high-speed train), Day 5 - Mar 26(Thu): Xi'an (Terracotta Army, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Great Tang All Day Mall), Day 6 - Mar 27(Fri): Xi'an to Shanghai (City Wall Park, City Wall, Great Mosque, Muslim bazaar), Day 7 - Mar 28(Sat): Shanghai (Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, Huangpu River cruise, Tianzifang), Day 8 - Mar 29(Sun): Departure from Shanghai. Quotation for double occupancy: USD2069 per person. Total: USD4138. Includes economy class airfare Xi'an/Shanghai, second class high speed train Beijing/Xian, hotel standard twin room, all meal arrangements, private transfers, private English-speaking guide and private driver, entrance fees. Excludes arrival airfare to Beijing and departure airfare from Shanghai, overweight baggage, personal expenses, transfers and activities for free days, tips to guide and driver, China visa fee, travel and medical insurance.

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      Heather

      Traveler•Written March 2026

      I like this but it would be great to include Chengdu or Yangtze River day tour instead of staying 2 days longer in Shanghai. Is this possible? I would love to do a trip to the 3 gorges. Is this possible with 2 extra days?

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      Heather

      Traveler•Written March 2026

      Also, it doesn't have to be a private tour. We are happy to join in with others. But are happy with anything with extra days. Price is ok. Only we are from Australia. Do you have a price in Aus $?

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    Ali

    Asked on January 6th, 2026

    Can you provide more information on what is done during the train ride between Beijing and Moscow? Do you stop along the way and tour?

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    • Agate TravelOperator•Written January 2026

      We can not book the train of Beijing to Moscow as the train is not available. Now, there is only in ticket of Beijing to Ulaanbaatar. However, this train is only available from Beijing city on every Tue. You can take a flight from Shanghai to Moscow directly.

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    Karin

    Asked on February 10th, 2025

    Are there special dietary requests accommodated?

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    • Agate TravelOperator•Written February 2025

      Dietary preferences can be noted, and efforts will be made to cater to them during the tour.

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    Lydia

    Asked on February 7th, 2025

    Can the tour itinerary be adjusted?

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    • Agate TravelOperator•Written February 2025

      The itinerary can be adjusted based on your schedule; you are encouraged to check airfare around your desired dates.

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    Sandy

    Asked on December 15th, 2024

    I am interested in this tour and I was wondering if you have a children's discount. My daughter is 5.

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    • Agate TravelOperator•Written December 2024

      Yes, you daughter will enjoy a discount. I will work out a quote for her soon.

    • Agate TravelOperator•Written December 2024

      Your 5-years daughter will enjoy the discount price at USD1399 per person. You two will have one standard twin/double room in all hotels.

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    Gaël

    Asked on October 23rd, 2024

    Is international flight booking necessary before booking the tour?

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    • Agate TravelOperator•Written October 2024

      You can book your international flights first; the itinerary can be adjusted based on your flight details.

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    Dany

    Asked on September 8th, 2024

    What is the price for children on the tour?

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    • Agate TravelOperator•Written September 2024

      Children over 12 years will be charged as adults, while those under 12 years benefit from a preferential price.

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    Med Amine

    Asked on July 18th, 2024

    What is the average group size for the tours?

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    • Agate TravelOperator•Written July 2024

      The group size may vary, and private tours can also be arranged for better flexibility.

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    Ulrike

    Asked on July 15th, 2024

    Can bookings for multiple travelers be linked?

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    • Agate TravelOperator•Written July 2024

      Bookings can be linked by providing booking numbers and traveler details via email.

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    Maud

    Asked on March 13th, 2024

    Are there options for private transportation?

    Transport
    • Agate TravelOperator•Written March 2024

      Yes, private transportation such as a van and driver is available for a more comfortable experience.

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