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Chinese Ancient Heartland, Private Tour

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From Beijing to Shanghai
4.7 (35 reviews)
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Beijing

    Beijing
    Start point
    Beijing Capital Int'l Airport 北京首都国际机场 (PEK), Airport Expressway 机场高, Beijing Shi, 100621, China (Pick up at Beijing International Airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Super House International Hotel)
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  3. Day 2

    Beijing

    Beijing
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local tourist restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Super House International Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tiananmen Square
    • Explore Forbidden City
    • Walk through hutongs (traditional lanes)
    • Visit Buddhist Miaoying Temple (exterior visit)
    Landmarks
    Tiananmen Square
    Forbidden City
    Miaoying Temple
  4. Day 3

    Beijing

    Beijing
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local tourist restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Super House International Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Hike Huanghuacheng Great Wall
    • Explore 798 Art District
    Landmarks
    Huanghuacheng Great Wall
    798 Art District
  5. Day 4

    Beijing to Datong

    Beijing to Datong
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Datong Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Temple of Heaven complex
    Landmarks
    Temple of Heaven
  6. Day 5

    Datong to Pingyao

    Datong to Pingyao
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hongshanyi Inn)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Yungang Grotto
    • Visit Hanging Temple
    Landmarks
    Yungang Grotto
    Hanging Temple
  7. Day 6

    Pingyao

    Pingyao
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hongshanyi Inn)

    Included Activities

    • Full-day walking tour of Pingyao Ancient City
    Landmarks
    Pingyao Ancient City
  8. Day 7

    Pingyao to Xi'an

    Pingyao to Xi'an
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Local tourist restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Xi’an Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Muslim Quarter

    Optional Activities

    • Sample Halal skewers, roast mutton and persimmon cakes (at own cost)
    Landmarks
    Muslim Quarter
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  9. Day 8

    Xi'an

    Xi'an
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local tourist restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Xi’an Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Walk Ancient City Wall
    • Visit Terracotta Warriors site
    • Visit Xi'an Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Rent bike or electric bike to ride along Ancient City Wall
    Landmarks
    Ancient City Wall
    Terracotta Warriors
    Xi'an Museum
  10. Day 9

    Xi'an to Nanjing

    Xi'an to Nanjing
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Jingling Mandarin Garden Hotel)
  11. Day 10

    Nanjing

    Nanjing
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Jingling Mandarin Garden Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Dr Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum
    • Explore Former President's Palace
    • Visit Nanjing Museum
    • Explore back alleys near Confucius Temple
    • Stroll along Qin Huai River

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner and drinks in nearby Laomendong area (own expense)
    Landmarks
    Dr Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum
    Former President's Palace
    Nanjing Museum
    Confucius Temple
    Qin Huai River
  12. Day 11

    Nanjing to Shanghai

    Nanjing to Shanghai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Shanghai SSAW Boutique Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shanghai Propaganda Poster Museum
    • Walk along the Bund
    Landmarks
    Shanghai Propaganda Poster Museum
    The Bund
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 12

    Shanghai

    Shanghai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local tourist restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Shanghai SSAW Boutique Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Yu Garden
    • Visit Jade Buddha Temple
    • Walk in French Concession Quarter

    Optional Activities

    • Browse bazaar for traditional Chinese arts and crafts
    • Sample Shanghai Xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) and other street food
    Landmarks
    Yu Garden
    Jade Buddha Temple
    French Concession Quarter
  14. Day 13

    Shanghai

    Shanghai
    End point
    Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) 上海虹桥国际机场, 2550 Hongqiao Rd 虹桥路2550号, Shanghai Shi, 200335, China (Drop off at Shanghai International Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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