
China Highlights
- Tour Operator:
- Intrepid Travel
- Max group size:
- 16
- Age range:
- 15 to 99
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 4067
- Hygiene Measures:
- Included

Highlights
- Discover the spectacular skyline of buzzing Shanghai
- Marvel at the Army of Terracotta Warriors in Xian
- Enjoy home cooked meals in a family run guesthouse
- Zoom past rural villages on a high-speed bullet train
- Walk beside the immense Great Wall of China
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1: Shanghai
- Day 2: Shanghai - Xitang
- Day 3: Xitang - Overnight train
- Day 4: Xi'an
- Day 5: Xi'an
- Day 6: Great Wall
- Day 7: Great Wall - Beijing
- Day 8: Beijing
- Day 9: Beijing
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Customer Photos
Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodExcellent
- Natalie· October 20th, 2019Extremely disappointed that we were not informed of the hotel change at the beginning of the trip. I think it would be beneficial to change the group meeting either early afternoon or after dinner so that people can see the Shanghai skyline at night... Show moreTrip date: October 2019
- AThomas B· September 18th, 2019Perfect trip, the experiences were amazing and Peter, the tour guide, was outstanding.Trip date: January 2019Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- AManna N· September 18th, 2019Wonderful company , wonderful trip itinerary and a diversity of experiencesTrip date: January 2019Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- AJames A· September 18th, 2019Our guide Peter was absolutely fantastic. He was incredibly helpful, supportive and just a fantastic guy. He was very informative regarding all of the sites and incredibly accommdating. I will definitely be coming back to China and I credit this to... Show moreTrip date: January 2019Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- AHerlinda A· September 18th, 2019Amazing TourTrip date: January 2019Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- AAmanda R· September 18th, 2019Peter was a fantastic guide who truly cared about everyone, was very friendly and helpful and went above and beyond the duties of a tour guide.Trip date: January 2019Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- AStephanie F· September 18th, 2019The trips bevore have been 1, but this time we haven't been happy with our tourguide.Trip date: January 2019Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- ADeborah K· September 18th, 2019Guide for first half was adequate but not great. Only major activities included not as much free time as suggested in itinerary There were a few issues with the tour and first guide around clarity of itinerary and inclusions. One incident on the... Show moreTrip date: December 2018Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- ACatherine D· September 18th, 2019I have to submit feedback on the tour leaderTrip date: December 2018Review collected by Intrepid Travel
- KFkim· September 16th, 2019We had a wonderful time! Kris led a great tour with a lot of private time at the great wall. As many activities as we wanted and lots of special local places, good experiences. Would recommend the tour, we had fun!Trip date: September 2019
Dates & Availability





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- Get Instant ConfirmationWednesday4 Jan, 2023EnglishThursday12 Jan, 2023Multiple Room Types$1,4900% Interest Instalments
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday7 Jan, 2023EnglishSunday15 Jan, 2023Multiple Room Types$1,5500% Interest Instalments
- Get Instant ConfirmationWednesday11 Jan, 2023EnglishThursday19 Jan, 2023Multiple Room Types$1,4900% Interest Instalments
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday14 Jan, 2023EnglishSunday22 Jan, 2023Multiple Room Types$1,4900% Interest Instalments
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday4 Mar, 2023EnglishSunday12 Mar, 2023Multiple Room Types$1,4900% Interest Instalments
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday11 Mar, 2023EnglishSunday19 Mar, 2023Multiple Room Types$1,5500% Interest Instalments
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday18 Mar, 2023EnglishSunday26 Mar, 2023Multiple Room Types$1,5500% Interest Instalments
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday25 Mar, 2023EnglishSunday2 Apr, 2023Multiple Room Types$1,5500% Interest Instalments
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday1 Apr, 2023EnglishSunday9 Apr, 2023Multiple Room Types$1,5500% Interest Instalments
- Get Instant ConfirmationSaturday8 Apr, 2023EnglishSunday16 Apr, 2023Multiple Room Types$1,6050% Interest Instalments
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I arrange a Chinese tourist visa?
As a tour booking website, TourRadar cannot be an effective and accurate visa authority as this information is regularly being updated and varies for the nationality of one traveller to the next. However, Intrepid will be able to offer guidance on Chinese tourist visas for their China trips as soon as you have a booking request however if you have any additional questions in the meantime please contact your local consulate or embassy.
- Where and when does the tour end?
The tour will finish in Beijing on Day 9 at the King Parkview Hotel. There are no planned activities for this day so you're free to depart at any time after breakfast, or enjoy an extended stay in China's capital and tick off some of our suggested optional activities. Please be aware that the departure point is subject to change until your final documents are released.
- Where and when does the tour start?
Day 1 of this tour starts in Shanghai with your 6pm important Welcome Meeting, which will take place at the Greenland Jiu Long Hotel. You can get the details of this from your hotel reception upon arrival. For the rest of the time you're free to explore the bright lights of China's most sprawling city!
- Do you arrange airport transfers?
We are happy to pre-book your departure and arrival transfers, however this is not included in the tour price and will be an extra charge. Please contact our travel experts to arrange this once you have a confirmed booking. Below are the public transport links from both airports to the joining point:
If you are flying into Pudong airport then you can take the meglev to Longyang station or take the subway to the joining point by changing twice. Greenland Jiulong Hotel is close to Hailun station on Line 4 (Exit 3)
If you are landing at Hongqiao international airport, you can take the metro to your hotel, which is about 1km to Northern Sichuan Road on Line 10 (Exit 3). - Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?
Of course we can! If you wish to arrange additional accommodation then please contact our travel experts once you have a confirmed booking.
- What is the age range?
This tour accepts travellers between ages 15 - 99, however the general age range of participants is from early 20's to late 30's.
- I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?
Many solo travellers join this trip, and you will be roomed with a member of the same gender for no additional cost. This is an amazing way to bond with your fellow travellers and enrich your travel experience! If you did want a little more privacy then a single supplement can be paid in most cases, and we can arrange you a private room for the duration of the trip. Please contact our travel experts for more information.
- Is there a hotel list available?
All accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date, therefore the tour operator cannot confirm a set hotel list. You will be spending 6 nights in a hotel, 1 night in a guesthouse and 1 night in an overnight sleeper train. This trip is classed as one of Intrepid's Originals style tours, and the accommodations are selected to provide travellers with an authentic local and cultural experience. Hopefully, this list will give you a better idea of what kind of accommodation you can expect while on tour.
- Are the flight included?
Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. If you have not already booked your flights we recommend checking out the following link which is powered by Skyscanner - https://flights.tourradar.com
- Are meals included on this tour?
There will be 1 breakfast, 1 lunch and 1 dinner included in the tour price. Your tour guide will be able to offer suggestions for the meals that are not included in the tour price.
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