Essence of China Tour

Essence of China Tour

A visit to Mutianyu Great Wall

8-Day Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai Tour

Eight days of ancient culture and modern miracles. The mysteries of the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the Terracotta Warriors are there to be discovered alongside the world phenomenon of "New China" with its rapid development.

$1,354 P/P Including:

  • Centrally Located Hotels
  • Authentic Local Restaurants
  • Private Cars and Drivers
  • Private Guides English German:  Additonal cost may apply! Spanish: Additonal cost may apply! French: Additonal cost may apply!
  • Flights & Transfers in China
  • Airport Taxes and Fuel Fees
  • Entrance Fees
  • Phone Rental Package
  • Service Charge & Government Taxes
  • Insurance
  • Luggage Transfers
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Day 1 Arrive in Beijing

Be met at the arrival hall of the airport by our tour guide and transferred back to your hotel in a comfortable private vehicle.

Day 2 Beijing

Attractions: Tiananmen Square, The Forbidden City, Treasure Houses, Hutong Tour, Lizexiang Pearl Store

Walk slowly through the glorious, ancient imperial palace, a leisure rickshaw is waiting for you to explore the zigzag lanes and see how local people lead their lives. Talk to them and get to know history from ordinary people’s point of view.

Day 3 Beijing

Attractions: The Mutianyu Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Shahe Cloisonne Factory

Today is a big day. Start by joining the morning exercise crowds, followed by a trip along the backbone of mountains to admire one of greatest man-made miracles in the world. A Peking Duck Banquet is a beautiful ending to this amazing day.

Day 4 Beijing, Fly to Xian

Attractions: Summer Palace with boat Cruise and the Garden of Virtue and Harmony

Imagine how the Dragon Lady feels wandering in the biggest royal garden in China. Say goodbye to our guide in Beijing and in two hours, you will meet the guide in Xi’an and get to the hotel also in a private vehicle.

Day 5 Xian

Attractions: The Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Xian Imperial Fine Arts center

If you have only one day in Xi’an, this is the day you will not want to miss for anything. Marching soldiers and horses are coming for you!

Day 6 Xian, Fly to Shanghai

Attractions: Shaanxi History Museum, Xian City Wall with Bicycle, Muslim Street

There are more ways to learn more about the city, visiting a museum, biking a little and merging into the local atmosphere in Muslim areas. At the end of the day, head for metropolis Shanghai by air. Our private guide and driver will take you directly to the hotel.

Day 7 Shanghai

Attractions: Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall, The Shanghai World Financial Center, The Bund, Tianhou Silk Factory

An amazing day packed with something old and something new. The charms could not be found anywhere other than Shanghai!

Day 8 Depart Shanghai

Our guide and driver will transfer you to the airport for your international flight. Fly back home with fond memories of highlights on your tour.

Price Per Person in US Dollars Currency Converter
  1. Normally hotels allow a maximum of 3 adults per room with an extra bed, at extra charge.
  2. Tour price is indicative only, please enquire for a detailed quotation.
  3. More people more discounts. Low season, lower price.
  4. * Single Room Supplement prices are shown: Superior/Deluxe/Economy
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  • Limited Shopping
  • No Shopping
One shop every two days with no pressure to buy
Nov.1 - Mar. 31 Superior Deluxe Economy Single Room Supplement *
1 Person $3,053 $2,273 $2,065 -
2-5 Persons $1,890 $1,491 $1,354 $655 / $301 / $255
6-9 Persons $1,621 $1,225 $1,121 $655 / $301 / $255
Apr.1 - Oct.31 Superior Deluxe Economy Single Room Supplement *
1 Person $3,469 $2,533 $2,148 -
2-5 Persons $2,107 $1,629 $1,404 $846 / $414 / $280
6-9 Persons $1,834 $1,360 $1,168 $846 / $414 / $280
Tailor Make This Tour
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Absolutely no shopping
Nov.1 - Mar. 31 Superior Deluxe Economy Single Room Supplement *
1 Person $3,458 $2,717 $2,347 -
2-5 Persons $2,090 $1,720 $1,495 $655 / $301 / $255
6-9 Persons $1,679 $1,311 $1,119 $655 / $301 / $255
Apr.1 - Oct.31 Superior Deluxe Economy Single Room Supplement *
1 Person $3,871 $2,977 $2,431 -
2-5 Persons $2,305 $1,859 $1,546 $846 / $414 / $280
6-9 Persons $1,891 $1,446 $1,166 $846 / $414 / $280
Tailor Make This Tour
OR
Tour Code: CHT-1
Destinations: Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai
Tour Length: 8 Days
Acommodation: Economy
Price Inclusions and Exclusions

Price Inclusions:

  • Entrance Fees:
    To scenic spots as listed in the itinerary.
  • Phone Rental Package:
    Rental cost for the cell phone and SIM card for use in mainland China, and at least 30 mins of FREE international calls.
  • Meals:
    All meals as specified in the itinerary.
    If the restaurant indicated is not available on the day, your guide will arrange another restaurant from our list of approved restaurants. Breakfast is usually a western style buffet. We endeavor to ensure that a choice of western and Chinese breakfasts is supplied, however there may be occasions when only a Chinese breakfast is available in some remote locations.
  • Private Transfers:
    Transfers between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing in Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by private air conditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide (as listed above).
    Your comfort is our priority! Click here to get a description of the vehicles that we use for our tours.
  • Guide:
    As outlined in the itinerary an English-speaking guide and driver will be provided in each city, who will remain with you throughout your time in that city. A new guide and a new driver will meet you at each city on your tour, to provide you with the best local knowledge available.
  • Hotels:
    Hotel fees are based on two people sharing one room with twin beds.
    All hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast. All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified.
  • Transportation:
    Beijing To Xian Transfer via: Flight, TBA (Our arrangements)
    Xian To Shanghai Transfer via: Flight, TBA (Our arrangements)

  • Airport Tax and Fuel Fee
  • Service Charge & Government Taxes:
  • Insurance
    The insurance is China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance.
    Click here to learn more about the insurance coverage and the sum insured.
  • Luggage Transfers:
    Between airports and hotels.
  • Arrangements:
    The tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges.

Price Exclusions:

  • International Airfare or Train Tickets to enter or leave China.
    USA-CHINA/CHINA-USA: China Highlights has negotiated special discount fares (restrictions apply) for selected flights operated by Air China from major US and China gateways. We are able to offer these special deals to confirmed customers. Discount US to China Flights
  • China Entry Visa Fees.
  • Excess Baggage Charges.
    Passengers holding an adult fare or half fare ticket are entitled to a free baggage allowance of 20kg, for economy class. Total weight of carryon baggage for each passenger may not exceed 5kg. The size may not exceed 20x40x 55cm. More
  • Personal Expenses:
    Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone calls, optional activities, sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary.
  • Meals:
    Any meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary.
  • Single Room Supplement.
Customer’s questions about this page
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Good morning. My husband and I are planning our first trip to China around 24 June for 10 days , including Beijing, Xi`an and Shangai. We can arrange our own flights into China and would like an itinerary that includes an extra day free day in each city apart from the usual itinerary as mentioned ...
Asked by Zahiera (Jan. 18, 2012) Reply
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we are arriveing at shanghai from Sydney we will be in china for 13 days fron 10th april is it possible to start a tour showing shanghai then xian on to beijing and back to shanghai and the our flight to london or arrive in shanghaia then tour and the fly back to london from beijing
Asked by Brian Rew (Jan. 16, 2012) Reply
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Hi China Highlights. Do you have any Finnish speaking guides in Beijing? I know you do not show that language on the flags. Others in my group do not speak English well, thanks for your help! Anna.
Asked by Anna Hope (Oct. 27, 2011) Reply
A Nora Ou (Oct. 27, 2011) replied:
Hi Anna, thank you for your inquiry. I'm Nora, a trip advisor of China Highlights. Sorry we don't have Finnish-speaking guides in Beijing as it's not a common language in China now. We have English, Italian, Spanish and French-speaking guides in Beijing. Please feel free to contact me at nora@chinahighlights.com if you are interested in our service. Thank you!
Q
can you arrange -tour like - essence of china 8 day land package starting Dec. 11 - 2011
Asked by Dinesh Shah (Sep. 26, 2011) Reply
A Candy Wei (Sep. 26, 2011) replied:
Hi Dinesh,

Yes, we can arrange a similar tour for you starting from Dec. 11. It is a private tour for you, you can start it according to your schedule. I have sent a tentative itinerary and quotation to you, please check it and feel free to let me know if you need to revise anything. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Q
Is it possible if we arrange schedule to watch the marching parade in Tiananmen on October 1st ? How crowded can you describe the celebration in Tienanmen ? Awaiting for your reply, we thank you.
Asked by Haryanto Kasih (Aug. 15, 2011) Reply
A Nora Ou (Aug. 16, 2011) replied:
Hi Haryanto, thank you for your questions. I'm Nora, a trip advisor of China Highlgihts. There will be marching parade on the Tiananmen Square every year on Oct. 1, but tourists are not allowed to enter the square. There will be large crowds outside the square waiting to see the parade. I think words couldn't describe how crowded it would be and it couldn't guarantee you can see the parade clearly.
Q
How does the private car and driver get paid? How much does this cost me per day or is it by destination. Is this a mini van that seats 8-10 persons?
Asked by gordon powers (May. 01, 2011) Reply
A mdriess (May. 08, 2011) replied:
The car and driver is included in the tour. We took a group of 15 and the van they gave us could easily seat twice that.
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Can i add Yangtze Cruise?
Asked by may (Apr. 10, 2011) Reply
A Karen Yang (Apr. 20, 2011) replied:
May, No problem to add Yangtze Cruise in. Usually Yangtze Cruise (Chongqing-Yichang) will be inserted before flying to Shanghai (the main departure city out of China); and it takes 3-4 days more with US$450 per person more (the extra cost is up to which cruise and cabin you could choose).

When Yangtze Cruise sailing, you would have the short excursion tour for each day, and join in the interesting program e.g. Tachi Learining or Chinese tranditional medicine lecture. So it is a good chance to learn more about China but also relaxing.

Karen

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What is the departure date for July
Asked by april (Apr. 10, 2011) Reply
A Lussie Lu (Apr. 11, 2011) replied:
Dear April,

The tour is private tour, the departure date depends on your inquiry. We can arrange the itinerary based on your need. If you would like to book a tour, please feel free to let me know your inqury. My e-mail address is lussie@chinahighlights.com

A Karen Yang (Apr. 20, 2011) replied:
April, more information, July is the summer season traveling around China, the day time temperature would reach 35℃/80℉, and the rainning. But you may get slight discount for hotel reservation or flights coming to China than the most comfortable monthes (Apr. May, Sep. and Oct).

Good luck,

Karen

A guest (Jan. 17, 2012) replied:
Thanks for your information
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Can i finish the tour with knee problem?
Asked by Lee (Apr. 09, 2011) Reply
A Karen Yang (Apr. 09, 2011) replied:
Lee, This tour ask for certain walk ability, for example 2 hours for Forbidden City on foot, and several steps to climb Great Wall. How serious of your Knee Problem? If you think the 2 hours walk might casue a lot pain, you may ask for wheelchair service (usually the 4 and 5 star hotels offer free wheelchaire but asking for a US$150 deposit). Anyhow, this is a private tour, your personal guide can adjust the moving pace to be comfortable.

Karen

Q
What is the agoes of the group
Asked by Lam (Apr. 09, 2011) Reply
A Karen Yang (Apr. 20, 2011) replied:
Lam, there is no clear edges for this Gold Triangle tour, but is very popular among the visitors who come to China for the first time. You can be the retired couple, family with child or honeymoon. Here it is designed with the medium pace, benefiting by the Private Tour (private van and personal English speaking guide service), we are happy to modify the tour to meet your needs, e.g. arrange the hiking Great Wall tour instead of the regular visiting with cable car service, add Beijing Zoo (Panda) or Kungfu Show to have more fun for kids. Your travel advisors will ask you questions and work out the best suitable tour pacakge.

Karen karen@chinahighlights.com

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I loved visiting Lele's friend, a lady who is a widow and lives in a traditional home. She seems eager to be welcoming and friendly and we get the chance to see a traditional farm/village home.  Read more

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