Can you book international flights as well? Can you also please advise if Australian passport needs visa to travel to China?? Are the hotels 4 star or 5 star? What will be the cost to a 5 star upgrade?? Will vegetarian meals be available throughout the tour??

Unfortunately, we are unable to assist with booking international flights. However, you can book your flights independently. Regarding your visa question, Australian passport holders can currently enter China visa free for tourism purposes for up to 30 days. However, entry requirements can change, so we recommend checking the latest advice with the Chinese Embassy or official government sources before travelling. Accommodation upgrades are not available, as the group stays together in the same hotels throughout the trip. Regarding vegetarian meals, you should have plenty of options available throughout China. There are usually a variety of meat-free dishes on menus, including vegetables, tofu, and egg-based meals, and your trip leader will be able to recommend local favourites.

How many spots are left in your oct 19-26 tour?

Unfortunately, the China Highlights departure on 19 October 2026 is now fully booked.

Does the single room have a 1.35 meter double bed?

If purchasing the single supplement, the rooms may still have two twin beds similar to our regular room-sharing rooms. However, we can often request double bed rooms with our local team where possible.

We are interested in the 8 day tour of China (Shanghai, Xian and Beijing) in March or April 2026. We want to know what kind of hotels will be booked (is it 4 star or 5 star) and also we want to know whether entrance fees are included in the price and whether air fare can be arranged from Washington d.c. and if this is available how much extra will it be.

Since this is an original style trip, in most locations we stay in simple tourist-class hotels (i.e. 2-3 stars). Also, once the booking is confirmed, we will be able share a link for airfares, where you can make get a suitable quote according to your requirements. Included activities are Wuxi - Huishan Ancient Town, Wuxi - Jichang Garden, Xi'an - Muslim Quarter Walking Tour and Snack Sampling, Xi'an - Terracotta Warriors Tour, Great Wall - Sunset, Great Wall - Jinshanling section, Beijing - Forbidden City, Beijing - Tiananmen Square.

I will be traveling alone. Can you tell me if there is a single supplement and how much it is.

Single supplement is available to book at an additional cost of €280 but subject to availability.

is it not required for this trip?

Many countries require a visa and obtaining the correct visa for your trip and any countries you may transit through is your responsibility. We recommend checking the most current requirements for your nationality with your consulate or embassy before your trip, as entry requirements can change. We are unable to advise on this as we do not work closely with government consulates. You will be provided with a Hotel List and Letter of Invitation to assist you in applying for your visa.

Would like to ride China's high speed train, is that part of the tour?

Yes, China's high-speed train experience is included as part of the tour—it's definitely a highlight for many of our travellers.

I want to know about the pricing. Is the price per person or the group. If you have 10 people can we pay the difference. We would pay for the two empty spots to have a group tour of 10. Also how do we hold the reservation and have people pay? What is the payment plan info.

The per person trip cost is USD $1,770 (subject to change). We can accommodate only 16 passengers per departure, and we require full per person cost from each traveler. We are pleased to offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 400 is required to confirm your space.

Can I fly from Miami to Shanghai

You can definitely fly from Miami to Shanghai, but there might not be direct flights. You will need to take a connecting flight. Please check on this with your selected airlines. Shanghai has two main airports: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) – This is the primary international airport in Shanghai, handling most long-haul flights. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) – This airport mainly serves domestic and some regional flights. When booking your flight, make sure your arrival airport is either Pudong (PVG) or Hongqiao (SHA).

interested to know if 2 travelers can book this tour with the last space update showing only 1 traveler

no availability for tour on 19th April for 2 travelers. Space available for two travelers on 16th April

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Itinerary

Day 1
Shanghai
Shanghai
Optional Activities
- Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Centre visit
- Yuyuan Garden visit
- Shanghai Museum visit
- Explore Shanghai's food scene with group recommendations
Landmarks
The Bund
Day 2
Wuxi - Shanghai
Wuxi - Shanghai
Included Activities
- High-speed bullet train to Wuxi
- Walking tour of Huishan Ancient Town Scenic Area
- Jichang Garden visit - leader led
Optional Activities
- Rooftop bar experience in Shanghai
Landmarks
Huishan Ancient Town Scenic Area
Xihui Scenic Area
Jichang Garden
Day 3
Xi'an
Xi'an
Included Activities
- Walking tour passing Bell and Drum Towers
- Muslim Quarter Walking Tour and Snack Sampling
Optional Activities
- Bell & Drum Towers entrance
- Great Mosque entrance
- Local restaurant dinner for specialties
Landmarks
Bell Tower
Drum Tower
Muslim Quarter
Great Mosque
Day 4
Xi'an
Xi'an
Included Activities
- Terracotta Warriors Tour - leader led
Optional Activities
- Big Goose Pagoda entrance
- Tang Dynasty Show
- City Wall bike hire
- Little Wild Goose Pagoda entrance
- Tang Paradise walking street exploration
Landmarks
Terracotta Warriors
Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Tang Paradise
Day 5
Great Wall
Great Wall
Included Activities
- High-speed train from Xi'an to Beijing
- Private vehicle transfer to Great Wall area
- Great Wall - Sunset hike
Optional Activities
- Short hike to the Wall for sunset
Landmarks
Great Wall of China
Day 6
Great Wall
Great Wall
Included Activities
- Great Wall visit - Jinshanling section
- 2-hour hike along the Wall
Landmarks
Great Wall of China - Jinshanling
Day 7
Beijing
Beijing
Meals
Dinner (Farewell dinner with group - Beijing duck)
Included Activities
- Tiananmen Square visit
- Forbidden City exploration
Optional Activities
- Temple of Heaven visit
- Hutong family visit
- Lama Temple visit
- Acrobat show
Landmarks
Tiananmen Square
Gate of Heavenly Peace
Mao's Mausoleum
Great Hall of the People
Forbidden City
Temple of Heaven
Day 8
Beijing
Beijing
Optional Activities
- Additional exploration of Beijing

Landmarks
The Bund

Landmarks
Huishan Ancient Town Scenic Area
Xihui Scenic Area
Jichang Garden

Landmarks
Bell Tower
Drum Tower
Muslim Quarter
Great Mosque

Landmarks
Terracotta Warriors
Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Tang Paradise

Landmarks
Great Wall of China

Landmarks
Great Wall of China - Jinshanling

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Tiananmen Square
Gate of Heavenly Peace
Mao's Mausoleum
Great Hall of the People
Forbidden City
Temple of Heaven

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Overall rating based on 49 Reviews

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4.3
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4.8
Accommodation
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Food
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Saadia
January 13th, 2026
Kris is a wonderful guide, she made this tour memorable. She went out of her way to help us.
Traveled in December 2025
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you so much for sharing this lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Kris helped make your tour truly memorable.
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ZHEN
October 16th, 2025
beyond my expectationS
Traveled in September 2025
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"Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We're delighted to hear that your experience in China exceeded your expectations. We hope you'll find another itinerary that inspires you, and we look forward to welcoming you on another Intrepid adventure soon."
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Kelvin
September 21st, 2025
Just returned home from this tour and it was fantastic! Our tour guide, Samantha Li was exceptional - she was kind,...
Just returned home from this tour and it was fantastic! Our tour guide, Samantha Li was exceptional - she was kind, thoughtful and engaging, sharing lots of information about the places we visited and giving us great recommendations. This was our first trip with Intrepid but it definitely won’t be our last! We were with a great group of fellow travellers from around the world and really enjoyed zipping around China with this group. There were a couple of hiccups during the trip but Samantha dealt with these aptly and made the experience stress free for us. The highlight for us was seeing the sunrise over the Great Wall and some of the lovely group meals Intrepid arranged.Show more
Traveled in September 2025
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Kelvin, thank you so much for your lovely words about your trip to China, and for your leader Samantha. We are thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful time and that even when there were hiccups, as they happen sometimes in travel, that Samantha was able to handle them with ease, allowing you to stay in the moment and enjoy your time in this amazing part of the world. Seeing the sunrise over the Great Wall, definitely sounds like a highlight! We look forward to many more adventures together!
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John
June 29th, 2025
Well organised, got to see and do lots in a short period of time
Traveled in June 2025
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Thank you for taking the time to post a review. its great to know you adventure in China was well organised with many things to see and do. We hope you have some amazing memories of the special part of the world and we can welcome you on another adventure soon.
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Helen
May 8th, 2025
China Highlights was the most amazing, memorable experience ever! Our guide, Lomg was the best. His knowledge,...
China Highlights was the most amazing, memorable experience ever! Our guide, Lomg was the best. His knowledge, patience, passion and support showed no bounds. Thank you Lomg. What I will say is that this Tour is 'full on'. There were days when we didn't have time to eat anywhere and had to buy our breakfast, lunch and snacks the night before for travelling during the day. It was definitely pretty exhausting but so worth it to be able to see all the magnificent sights in Shanghai, X'ian and Beijing in such a short space of time. Highly recommend this tour.Show more
Traveled in April 2025
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Thank you Helen for taking the time to share your experience with us of your time in China. This is definitely an action packed trip and we are thrilled to hear that you had a great time and that Lomg was able to help you all get the most out of your brief stay in this amazing country. We look forward to travelling with you again soon!
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Natalie
October 20th, 2019
Extremely disappointed that we were not informed of the hotel change at the beginning of the trip. I think it would...
Extremely 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 For the sleeper train book whole section and then split the price so you can be with people you know. Sunny was a great guide. She was very informative, helpful and just an all around lovely person who allowed us to appreciate Chinese culture and hospitality.Show more
Traveled in October 2019
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Thomas
September 18th, 2019
Perfect trip, the experiences were amazing and Peter, the tour guide, was outstanding.
Traveled in January 2019
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Manna
September 18th, 2019
Wonderful company , wonderful trip itinerary and a diversity of experiences
Traveled in January 2019
A
James
September 18th, 2019
Our guide Peter was absolutely fantastic. He was incredibly helpful, supportive and just a fantastic guy. He was...
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Traveled in January 2019
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Herlinda
September 18th, 2019
Amazing Tour
Traveled in January 2019

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Emma
Asked on May 29th, 2026
Can you book international flights as well? Can you also please advise if Australian passport needs visa to travel to China?? Are the hotels 4 star or 5 star? What will be the cost to a 5 star upgrade?? Will vegetarian meals be available throughout the tour??
Accommodation
Flights / Transfers
Meals
Visa
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2026
  Unfortunately, we are unable to assist with booking international flights. However, you can book your flights independently.
  
  Regarding your visa question, Australian passport holders can currently enter China visa free for tourism purposes for up to 30 days. However, entry requirements can change, so we recommend checking the latest advice with the Chinese Embassy or official government sources before travelling.
  
  Accommodation upgrades are not available, as the group stays together in the same hotels throughout the trip.
  
  Regarding vegetarian meals, you should have plenty of options available throughout China. There are usually a variety of meat-free dishes on menus, including vegetables, tofu, and egg-based meals, and your trip leader will be able to recommend local favourites.
I
Ivan
Asked on May 21st, 2026
How many spots are left in your oct 19-26 tour?
Price / Availability
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2026
  Unfortunately, the China Highlights departure on 19 October 2026 is now fully booked.
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Jackie
Asked on April 24th, 2026
Does the single room have a 1.35 meter double bed?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2026
  If purchasing the single supplement, the rooms may still have two twin beds similar to our regular room-sharing rooms. However, we can often request double bed rooms with our local team where possible.
K
Kristina
Asked on October 16th, 2025
We are interested in the 8 day tour of China (Shanghai, Xian and Beijing) in March or April 2026. We want to know what kind of hotels will be booked (is it 4 star or 5 star) and also we want to know whether entrance fees are included in the price and whether air fare can be arranged from Washington d.c. and if this is available how much extra will it be.
Accommodation
Flights / Transfers
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2025
  Since this is an original style trip, in most locations we stay in simple tourist-class hotels (i.e. 2-3 stars). Also, once the booking is confirmed, we will be able share a link for airfares, where you can make get a suitable quote according to your requirements. Included activities are Wuxi - Huishan Ancient Town, Wuxi - Jichang Garden, Xi'an - Muslim Quarter Walking Tour and Snack Sampling, Xi'an - Terracotta Warriors Tour, Great Wall - Sunset, Great Wall - Jinshanling section, Beijing - Forbidden City, Beijing - Tiananmen Square.
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Ivan
Asked on August 13th, 2025
I will be traveling alone. Can you tell me if there is a single supplement and how much it is.
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  Single supplement is available to book at an additional cost of €280 but subject to availability.
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Joyce
Asked on August 12th, 2025
is it not required for this trip?
Visa
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  Many countries require a visa and obtaining the correct visa for your trip and any countries you may transit through is your responsibility. We recommend checking the most current requirements for your nationality with your consulate or embassy before your trip, as entry requirements can change. We are unable to advise on this as we do not work closely with government consulates. You will be provided with a Hotel List and Letter of Invitation to assist you in applying for your visa.
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Rosemary
Asked on June 19th, 2025
Would like to ride China's high speed train, is that part of the tour?
Tour Details
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2025
  Yes, China's high-speed train experience is included as part of the tour—it's definitely a highlight for many of our travellers.
M
Mike
Asked on May 17th, 2025
I want to know about the pricing. Is the price per person or the group. If you have 10 people can we pay the difference. We would pay for the two empty spots to have a group tour of 10. Also how do we hold the reservation and have people pay? What is the payment plan info.
Group size
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Price / Availability
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2025
  The per person trip cost is USD $1,770 (subject to change). We can accommodate only 16 passengers per departure, and we require full per person cost from each traveler. We are pleased to offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit of 400 is required to confirm your space.
M
Mark
Asked on March 12th, 2025
Can I fly from Miami to Shanghai
Flights / Transfers
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  You can definitely fly from Miami to Shanghai, but there might not be direct flights. You will need to take a connecting flight. Please check on this with your selected airlines. Shanghai has two main airports: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) – This is the primary international airport in Shanghai, handling most long-haul flights. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) – This airport mainly serves domestic and some regional flights. When booking your flight, make sure your arrival airport is either Pudong (PVG) or Hongqiao (SHA).
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Carl
Asked on March 7th, 2025
interested to know if 2 travelers can book this tour with the last space update showing only 1 traveler
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  no availability for tour on 19th April for 2 travelers. Space available for two travelers on 16th April

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- 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.
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