10-Day Classic China Tour: Beijing, Xi’an, Guilin & Shanghai

Duration 10 Days / 9 Nights
Group size 2–6 Travelers
Season Spring: April - May Autumn: September - October

Trip Highlights

Beijing Imperial Highlights:

Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, and Mutianyu Great Wall, offering an in-depth journey through China’s imperial history.

10-Day Classic China Tour: Beijing, Xi’an, Guilin & Shanghai

Ancient Xi’an Discovery:

Explore the Terracotta Warriors, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Ancient City Wall, and Bell & Drum Tower to uncover the legacy of ancient China.

Guilin Karst Landscapes:

Cruise along the Li River, visit Elephant Trunk Hill and Reed Flute Cave, and experience Guilin’s iconic limestone scenery.

Family china tours — Li River karst scenery in Guilin

Yangshuo Countryside Escape:

Discover West Street and the Ten-Mile Gallery while enjoying the relaxed countryside atmosphere of Yangshuo.

Shanghai Modern Skyline:

Visit the Bund, Nanjing Road, and Shanghai Tower to experience the energy and skyline of modern Shanghai.

Detailed Itinerary

10-Day Beijing, Xi’an, Guilin & Shanghai Classic China Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Beijing

Meals: None
Accommodation: Beijing
Transport: Private transfer
Itinerary: Arrive at Beijing Airport or railway station. Meet your driver and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Enjoy free time at your own pace.

Day 2: Beijing Imperial Landmarks

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Accommodation: Beijing
Transport: Air-conditioned coach
Itinerary: Visit Tiananmen Square, explore the Forbidden City, enjoy panoramic views from Jingshan Park, and tour the Summer Palace.

Day 3: Beijing Great Wall Experience

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Accommodation: Beijing
Transport: Air-conditioned coach
Itinerary: Visit the Mutianyu Great Wall and enjoy exterior views of the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube Olympic venues.

Day 4: Beijing - Xi’an

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Accommodation: Xi’an
Transport: High-speed train / Air-conditioned coach
Itinerary: Take the high-speed train to Xi’an, visit the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, and explore the lively Muslim Quarter.

Day 5: Xi’an Historical Exploration

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Accommodation: Xi’an
Transport: Air-conditioned coach
Itinerary: Visit the Terracotta Warriors Museum, walk along the Ancient City Wall, and explore Bell & Drum Tower Square.

Day 6: Xi’an - Guilin

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Guilin
Transport: Flight / Air-conditioned coach
Itinerary: Fly to Guilin and visit Elephant Trunk Hill and Reed Flute Cave.

Day 7: Guilin - Yangshuo

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Accommodation: Yangshuo
Transport: Air-conditioned coach / Cruise
Itinerary: Enjoy a Li River cruise, explore the countryside landscapes of Yangshuo, and stroll along West Street.

Day 8: Guilin - Shanghai

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Shanghai
Transport: Flight / Air-conditioned coach
Itinerary: Fly to Shanghai, transfer to the hotel for check-in, and enjoy free time in the city.

Day 9: Shanghai City Highlights

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Accommodation: Shanghai
Transport: Air-conditioned coach
Itinerary: Visit Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, Nanjing Road, and the Bund.

Day 10: Shanghai Departure

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A
Transport: Private transfer
Itinerary: After breakfast, transfer to the airport or railway station for your departure. End of the China journey.

What's Included

Included

Accommodation: 9 nights at comfortable hotels
Meals: Breakfasts and meals as listed in the itinerary
Transport: Beijing - Xi’an high-speed train, Xi’an - Guilin / Guilin - Shanghai domestic flights, local sightseeing vehicles, airport transfers
Entrance Tickets: First-entry tickets to the Forbidden City, Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, Li River Cruise, Elephant Trunk Hill, Yu Garden, and Shanghai Tower
Service: Bilingual Chinese-English guide service, full journey transfer service
Insurance: Travel accident insurance and travel agency liability insurance

Not Included

Optional activities inside scenic areas and personal expenses
Single supplement and guide tips
International flights to Beijing and departure flights from Shanghai
Additional expenses caused by force majeure conditions

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