Discover China through the lens of its two most iconic cities on the 7-day Beijing & Shanghai Highlights Tour – a journey where past and present meet at every turn, and ancient traditions blend effortlessly with modern innovation. Explore imperial palaces and temples, centuries-old walls and tranquil gardens, alongside futuristic skyscrapers, bullet trains, and vibrant urban neighborhoods.
Your journey begins in Beijing, the political and cultural heart of China. Walk across Tiananmen Square, step into the majestic Forbidden City, climb the legendary Great Wall, and unwind in the serene gardens of the Summer Palace. Then board a high-speed train to Shanghai, a forward-looking metropolis where traditional parks stand side by side with soaring towers and historic alleys now house trendy art spaces. Highlights include Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Tower, the iconic Bund, and the romantic canal town of Zhujiajiao.
The 7-day Beijing & Shanghai Highlights Tour is an energizing itinerary designed for travelers eager to experience the best of China in a short time – to be inspired by its heritage and witness its cutting-edge future. Explore the full program and prepare for an unforgettable week in the Middle Kingdom.
Tour itinerary:
In the evening, take a walk along Qianmen Street, a popular pedestrian area known for its traditional architecture and lively atmosphere.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 2 hours
In the afternoon, drive to the Shichahai Hutong area and explore the traditional courtyard residences of old Beijing by rickshaw - a historical mode of transportation. End the day with a walk through the Houhai Lakes area, which is part of the same historic district.
Note: The Forbidden City is closed on Mondays; alternative sites may be visited instead.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 8–9 hours
In the afternoon, drive to the Summer Palace, the former imperial retreat used during the hot summer months. Walk through its landscaped gardens and pavilions and take a boat ride on Kunming Lake to complete your visit.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 8–9 hours
After the tour, transfer to the train station for a high-speed train to Shanghai (1,318 km, approximately 5 hours). Upon arrival, meet your local guide and driver and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 2 hours
Duration of sightseeing tour: 8–9 hours
End the day with a visit to Tianzifang, a transformed historic neighborhood now filled with art studios, cafés, and boutiques.
Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 8–9 hours
Price includes:
- All transfers: 1–2 pax by 5 seats car, 3–7 pax by 7-seats car;
- Accommodation based on double/twin room sharing, breakfasts included;
- English-speaking local guide;
- Entrance fees to sights as per itinerary;
- High-speed train Beijing-Shanghai (second class).
Price doesn't include:
- International flight tickets before and after the tour;
- China visa fees;
- Full board (lunches and dinners);
- Personal travel insurance;
- Tips for local guides and drivers.
Note: The rate is valid from 15 April 2025 to 31 December 2026, except during public holidays in China (Labor Day: 1–5 May 2025, National Day: 1–8 October 2025, Chinese New Year: 15–25 February 2026, Labor Day: 1–5 May 2026, National Day: 1–8 October 2026).
