Compare China Express by G Adventures vs China Tour - Beijing Highlights by Travel China Guide
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| Duration | 8 days | 4 days |
| Price From | $ 1,274 | $ 299 |
| Price Per Day | $ 159 | $ 75 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | 1 lunch |
3 Breakfasts and 1 Lunch |
| Description |
Walk backwards in time along the Great Wall and stare down an army of Terracotta Warriors before leaping into the future of Shanghai's incredible high-rise towers on this fast-paced tour of China’s highlights. With the perfect blend of guided activities and free time to explore on your own, this adventure is made for those who want to get a taste of China in a short amount of time. |
Beijing Group tour at the most competitive price. The famous and splendid historic attractions including the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, the traditional Hutong alley tours and a brilliant Chinese Kung Fu Show will leave you with a lasting impression. |
Day 1 Beijing
Arrive at any time.
Is Beijing top of your must-see list? Booking pre-trip accommodations will let you do Beijing your way before meeting up with the group.
Day 2 Beijing
Enjoy an included visit to the Great Wall.
Head out of town to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Spend time wandering around, taking photos, and picking up souvenirs.
Day 3 Beijing/Xi'an
Take the Beijing metro to visit the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Later, board a fast train to Xi'an.
Due to restrictions in China after the pandemic, the maximum daily capacity in the Forbidden City has been reduced from 80,000 to 30,000. This significant decrease in daily tickets has had a great impact on availability for both individuals and group tours to secure tickets, especially during he summer season. Our local team works very hard to secure tickets for each group. However, on the off chance we are unable to secure tickets to the Forbidden City, we will visit the Summer Palace and the Temple of Heaven, places of similar architecture and importance.
Day 4 Xi'an
Visit one of China’s greatest archaeological treasures—the Terracotta Warriors. After, the day is yours to explore as you wish.
Train is our main mode of transport in China and it's a great way to travel. We aim to get the best sleeping berths available on each train journey. However, train tickets availability is limited during peak travel times, including summer vacations and Chinese national holidays. As such, it is possible that the group may be separated into different carriages or assigned top sleeping berths.
Day 5 Xi'an/Shanghai
Say goodbye to Xi'an this morning and hop on the fast train to the bustling city of Shanghai.
Day 6 Shanghai
Take the train to Suzhou today for a day exploring in the city. Visit Suzhou's famed Master of the Nets Garden, one of the most beautiful in China and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the impressive Tiger Hill Pagoda and its surrounding landscape.
Day 7 Shanghai
After an orientation walk along Shanghai's famous Bund, you are free to explore the delights of this modern Chinese city. In the evening, head to the theatre for an intense acrobatic performance that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Day 8 Shanghai
Depart at any time.
We highly recommend post-accommodation to fully experience all Shanghai has to offer.
Day 1 Arrival in Beijing
Accommodation: The Great Wall Hotel Beijing - the former Sheraton
On landing at Beijing Capital Airport, after reclaiming your luggage and clearing customs, your anticipated China tour starts with a warm welcome by our guide. We will transfer you to the hotel and help you check in for a three-night stay. The rest of the day remains free for you to get over the jet lag and prepare for your two full days Beijing group tour.
Day 2 Beijing
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, A la carte welcome lunch
Before the escorted tour starts, you will meet the other members of your group in the hotel lobby and your guide will give a brief introduction to your Beijing trip. The first stop today is the impressive Tiananmen Square, the heart of the city. From there you will enter the imperial Forbidden City, the largest ancient palace complex in the world. Home to 24 emperors, the palace with its fascinating halls and pavilions tell the history of the royal court over 600 years.
After the morning excursions, you will enjoy an a la carte welcome lunch (valued at CNY150.00 per person and included in our price) at a famous local restaurant. The golden brown and crisp Peking duck on the menu is a must-try. Then off to the Temple of Heaven, a place where emperors worshipped heaven for good harvests. Following the visit, an exciting Chinese Kung Fu Show at the Red Theater is scheduled.
Day 3 Beijing
Meals: Western buffet breakfast
After breakfast, we will drive you to the Mutianyu Great Wall in about 2.5 hours. The round trip cable car is arranged to save your time and strength to walk on the wall. As you stand on the wall and see its grandness, you will find it is no wonder that the Great Wall has the vigor to surprise the whole world. To celebrate and commemorate this moment, we especially prepare some red wine for a group toast on the Great Wall.
We do not arrange lunch today as restaurants around the tourist sites cannot meet our standard. You should have a big breakfast at the hotel and have some fast food for lunch. Our guide can suggest a restaurant in this area.
When driving you back to the city, we will have a stopover at the Olympic National Stadium (Bird's Nest) for photo taking. The full day travel is concluded after you spending some free time at a featured local market.
Day 4 Departure from Beijing
Meals: Western buffet breakfast
After your two days Beijing tour, today you will travel back home or for an onward trip. Please check out of the hotel before noon and hail a taxi to the airport on your own. We kindly suggest you arrive at the airport 2.5 to 3 hours ahead of your flight schedule, especially for an international flight. We wish you a smooth journey.
