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Chinese Ancient Heartland, Private Tour

13 days
From Beijing to Shanghai
4.7
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Plan your adventure:
In-depth Cultural
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
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Beijing Arrival

    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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  2. Day 2

    Beijing

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a local tourist restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Super House International Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tiananmen Square
    • Visit Forbidden City
    • Explore traditional hutongs
    • Visit Buddhist Miaoying Temple exterior
    Landmarks
    Tiananmen Square
    Forbidden City
    Buddhist Miaoying Temple
  3. Day 3

    Beijing

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a local tourist restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Super House International Hotel)

    Included Activities

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

    Beijing to Datong

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Datong Hotel)

    Included Activities

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

    Datong to Pingyao

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hongshanyi Inn)

    Included Activities

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

    Pingyao

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hongshanyi Inn)

    Included Activities

    • Full-day walking tour of Pingyao Ancient City with private guide
    Landmarks
    Pingyao Ancient City
  7. Day 7

    Pingyao to Xi'an

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Dinner at a local tourist restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Xi’an Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Muslim Quarter

    Optional Activities

    • Sample Halal skewers at own cost
    • Try roast mutton at own cost
    • Try persimmon cakes at own cost
    Landmarks
    Muslim Quarter
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  8. Day 8

    Xi'an

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a local tourist restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Xi’an Grand Dynasty Culture Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Walk along Ancient City Wall
    • Visit Terracotta Warriors site with professional guide
    • Visit Xi'an Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Rent bicycle around city wall
    • Rent electric bike around city wall
    Landmarks
    Ancient City Wall of Xi'an
    Terracotta Warriors
    Xi'an Museum
  9. Day 9

    Xi'an to Nanjing

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jingling Mandarin Garden Hotel)
  10. Day 10

    Nanjing

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jingling Mandarin Garden Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Dr Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum
    • Visit Former President's Palace
    • Visit Nanjing Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Explore back alleys near Confucius Temple
    • Dinner and beer at local restaurant in Laomendong area at own expense
    Landmarks
    Dr Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum
    Former President's Palace
    Nanjing Museum
    Confucius Temple
    Qin Huai River
  11. Day 11

    Nanjing to Shanghai

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel), Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Shanghai SSAW Boutique Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shanghai Propaganda Poster Museum
    • Walk along the Bund
    Landmarks
    Shanghai Propaganda Poster Museum
    The Bund
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  12. Day 12

    Shanghai

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a local tourist restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Shanghai SSAW Boutique Hotel)

    Included Activities

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

    Optional Activities

    • Shop at Yu Garden bazaar for traditional Chinese arts and crafts
    • Try Shanghai Xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) at bazaar
    • Browse shops in French Concession Quarter
    Landmarks
    Yu Garden
    Jade Buddha Temple
    French Concession Quarter
  13. Day 13

    Shanghai Departure

    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 (Breakfast at hotel)

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4.7(35 reviews)
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within 2 days
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Reviews from other tours by TUI China

  • Buddy
    May 9th, 2024
    Good trip with good services
  • Anonymous
    December 18th, 2019
    Very knowledgeable guide, friendly and would go the extra mile for us. Very punctual, helpful loved Rogan as our...
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  • Anonymous
    December 18th, 2019
    Rogin Luo was our tour guide and he was excellent! We can not fault his service.
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Tour ID: 221060

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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types G, I. As a traveler from England you will need an adaptor for type I. As a traveler from Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for type G.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for China. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for China. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for China. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for China. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for China. Ideally 6 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before June 29th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 29th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with TUI China. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and TUI China will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "TUI China" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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