What is included in the transportation from the airport to the hotel?

Our package includes door-to-door pick-up and drop-off services at the airport.

How many people will be in my tour group?

This is a private tour; it will only be you and your traveling partner.

Is tipping expected during the trip, and if so, how much?

A tip of about $10 per day is generally recommended.

What happens if I need to cancel my trip?

Cancellation policies vary, but generally, significant notice is required for a full refund.

What types of meals are included in the tour?

The tour typically includes breakfast and lunch, with options for dinner depending on the itinerary.

Can I book a private tour for a solo traveler?

Yes, we can accommodate solo travelers, but there will be an additional fee.

Can I use my American Express card during the tour?

While some locations may accept AMEX, it's advisable to have a backup payment method for places that do not.

Is this tour suitable for families with children?

Yes, we can tailor the tour to accommodate families and ensure a suitable experience for children.

What should I do to prepare for visa requirements?

You will need a visa to enter China, and we recommend checking the latest requirements on the official embassy site.

Are there options for changing the itinerary during the tour?

Our tours are flexible and can be customized to meet your preferences.

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14 Days Highlight of China - Private Tour

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From Beijing to Shanghai

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This was an amazing trip and every detail was taken care. These people were outstanding and truly made my trip a once-in-a lifetime experience.
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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish, Dutch
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
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, 100621, China (Beijing Capital Int'l Airport )
Day 2
Beijing
Beijing
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Chinese lunch)
Included Activities
- Visit Temple of Heaven
- Shopping at Panjiayuan Antique Market
- Tea store visit
- Walk through Tiananmen Square
- Visit the Forbidden City
- Hike to Jingshan Park for panoramic view of the Forbidden City
Optional Activities
- Night show
- Peking duck dinner
Landmarks
Temple of Heaven
Panjiayuan Antique Market
Tiananmen Square
Forbidden City
Jingshan Park
Day 3
Beijing
Beijing
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Chinese lunch at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit Mutianyu Great Wall with option to hike or take cable car
- Visit jade carving factory
- Photo stop outside Bird's Nest
- Photo stop outside Water Cube
Landmarks
Mutianyu Great Wall
Bird's Nest
Water Cube
Day 4
Beijing to Xi'an
Beijing to Xi'an
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Chinese lunch)
Included Activities
- Visit Summer Palace
- Boat ride on Kunming Lake
Landmarks
Summer Palace
Kunming Lake
Day 5
Xi'an
Xi'an
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Chinese lunch)
Included Activities
- Visit Qin Terracotta Warriors
- Visit pottery workshop
- Visit Xi'an City Wall
- Visit Wild Goose Pagoda North Square
Optional Activities
- Tang Dynasty Show
Landmarks
Qin Terracotta Warriors
Xi'an City Wall
Wild Goose Pagoda North Square
Day 6
Xi'an to Guilin
Xi'an to Guilin
Meals
Lunch (Chinese lunch)
Included Activities
- Visit Small Wild Goose Pagoda
Landmarks
Small Wild Goose Pagoda
Day 7
Guilin
Guilin
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Chinese lunch at local restaurant in minority village)
Included Activities
- Visit Longji Rice Terraces Scenic Area
- Trekking in Longji Terraces
- Lunch at local restaurant in minority village
Optional Activities
- Night Cruise on four lakes
Landmarks
Longji Rice Terraces
Day 8
Guilin to Yangshuo
Guilin to Yangshuo
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo
- Walk along West Street
Optional Activities
- Biking in the countryside
- Local vehicle countryside tour
Landmarks
Li River
West Street
Day 9
Yangshuo - Guilin - Zhangjiajie
Yangshuo - Guilin - Zhangjiajie
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (À la carte lunch at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit Elephant Trunk Hill
- Walk along Li River
- Walk along Shanhu Lake
- View Golden and Silver Twin Pagodas
- Visit Reed Flute Cave
Landmarks
Elephant Trunk Hill
Li River
Shanhu Lake
Golden and Silver Twin Pagodas
Reed Flute Cave
Day 10
Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Tianmen Mountain
- Tianmen Mountain Cable Car
- Glass Skywalk
- Tianmen Temple
- Bonsai Garden
- Tianmen Cave
- Connected-Heaven Avenue
- Visit Dayong Ancient Town
- Visit 72 Qilou (72-story Tujia Stilted Building)
Landmarks
Tianmen Mountain
Glass Skywalk
Tianmen Temple
Dayong Ancient Town
Day 11
Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Yuanjiajie Scenic Area
- Bailong Elevator ride
- Visit Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve
- Cable car descent from Tianzi Mountain
- Small train ride through Ten-mile Gallery
Landmarks
Yuanjiajie Scenic Area
Hallelujah Mountains
Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve
Ten-mile Gallery
Day 12
Zhangjiajie to Shanghai
Zhangjiajie to Shanghai
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
- Scenic boat ride at Baofeng Lake
Landmarks
Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
Baofeng Lake
Day 13
Shanghai
Shanghai
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Chinese lunch)
Included Activities
- Walk through Nong Tang and Shikumen alleys
- Visit Yuyuan Garden
- Explore Yuyuan Bazaar
- Visit the Bund
- View Oriental Pearl TV Tower
- Visit Shanghai Museum
- Explore old French Concession
Optional Activities
- Acrobatic show
- Huangpu River cruise
Landmarks
Nong Tang
Yuyuan Garden
Yuyuan Bazaar
The Bund
Oriental Pearl TV Tower
Shanghai Museum
French Concession
Day 14
Shanghai
Shanghai
End point
Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 6000 Yingbin Ave 迎宾大道6000号, Shanghai, 201207, China (Shanghai Pudong International Airport)
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Maglev train ride to Pudong Airport

Landmarks
Temple of Heaven
Panjiayuan Antique Market
Tiananmen Square
Forbidden City
Jingshan Park

Landmarks
Mutianyu Great Wall
Bird's Nest
Water Cube

Landmarks
Summer Palace
Kunming Lake

Landmarks
Qin Terracotta Warriors
Xi'an City Wall
Wild Goose Pagoda North Square

Landmarks
Small Wild Goose Pagoda

Landmarks
Longji Rice Terraces

Landmarks
Li River
West Street

Landmarks
Elephant Trunk Hill
Li River
Shanhu Lake
Golden and Silver Twin Pagodas
Reed Flute Cave

Landmarks
Tianmen Mountain
Glass Skywalk
Tianmen Temple
Dayong Ancient Town

Landmarks
Yuanjiajie Scenic Area
Hallelujah Mountains
Tianzi Mountain Nature Reserve
Ten-mile Gallery

Landmarks
Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
Baofeng Lake

Landmarks
Nong Tang
Yuyuan Garden
Yuyuan Bazaar
The Bund
Oriental Pearl TV Tower
Shanghai Museum
French Concession

Accommodation
Flights
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Insurance
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5.0

Overall rating based on 2 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
4.0
Tour Operator
4.9

Donna5.0•September 2025
This was an amazing trip and every detail was taken care. The guides who were an absolute delight were Ada, Joe, and...
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Traveled in July 2025
Reply from: Realistic Asia
Dear Donna, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that every detail of your trip was well taken care of. We’re also glad that Chris could support you along the way and give you peace of mind. It’s our greatest reward to know your journey with us was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure soon! Realistic Asia team
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Fred5.0•April 2025
We had an excellent experience with Realistic Asia under Chris' guidance. Even before we arrived in Beijing, he...
We had an excellent experience with Realistic Asia under Chris' guidance. Even before we arrived in Beijing, he informed us of all the details to make the trip smooth. The trip was wonderful in every aspect. All the local tour guides were very skilled, kind and knowledgeable. They gave us all the support from the arrival at each location at the airport/train station until departure. Careful and diligent drivers. The itinerary was carefully prepared to give us an excellent impression of the impressive China.Show more
Traveled in March 2025
Reply from: Realistic Asia
Dear Frederico, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful time in Beijing and that Chris and the team were able to make your trip so seamless and enjoyable. It's great to know that the local tour guides and drivers provided the support and expertise to make your journey unforgettable. We always aim to ensure that every detail is taken care of so that our travelers can fully immerse themselves in the destination. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we're so happy we could help create such a memorable experience for you! We look forward to see you again! Realistic Asia team
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Youssef
Asked on February 18th, 2025
What is included in the transportation from the airport to the hotel?
Transport
- Realistic AsiaOperator•Written February 2025
  Our package includes door-to-door pick-up and drop-off services at the airport.
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Nele
Asked on December 25th, 2024
How many people will be in my tour group?
Group size
- Realistic AsiaOperator•Written December 2024
  This is a private tour; it will only be you and your traveling partner.
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Willemieke
Asked on November 12th, 2024
Is tipping expected during the trip, and if so, how much?
Other
- Realistic AsiaOperator•Written November 2024
  A tip of about $10 per day is generally recommended.
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Klara
Asked on October 16th, 2024
What happens if I need to cancel my trip?
Payments
- Realistic AsiaOperator•Written October 2024
  Cancellation policies vary, but generally, significant notice is required for a full refund.
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Noemie
Asked on September 11th, 2024
What types of meals are included in the tour?
Meals
- Realistic AsiaOperator•Written September 2024
  The tour typically includes breakfast and lunch, with options for dinner depending on the itinerary.
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Evi
Asked on August 25th, 2024
Can I book a private tour for a solo traveler?
Operator
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- Realistic AsiaOperator•Written August 2024
  Yes, we can accommodate solo travelers, but there will be an additional fee.
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Thomas
Asked on August 24th, 2024
Can I use my American Express card during the tour?
Payments
- Realistic AsiaOperator•Written August 2024
  While some locations may accept AMEX, it's advisable to have a backup payment method for places that do not.
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Maud
Asked on August 12th, 2024
Is this tour suitable for families with children?
Age Range
- Realistic AsiaOperator•Written August 2024
  Yes, we can tailor the tour to accommodate families and ensure a suitable experience for children.
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Friederike
Asked on April 5th, 2024
What should I do to prepare for visa requirements?
Visa
- Realistic AsiaOperator•Written April 2024
  You will need a visa to enter China, and we recommend checking the latest requirements on the official embassy site.
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Walter
Asked on February 22nd, 2024
Are there options for changing the itinerary during the tour?
Other
- Realistic AsiaOperator•Written February 2024
  Our tours are flexible and can be customized to meet your preferences.

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