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8-Day China's Golden Triangle by Train

Destinations: Beijing, Xian, Shanghai

Tour Type: Private Tour

Tour Code: ct-bg-01s

Overview: The new trains in China offer you a comfortable and easy way to explore Shanghai, the Entombed Warriors, Forbidden City, Xian, and the Great Wall at a very affordable price!

Day 1

Beijing Arrival (Flight not Included)

Destinations & activities: Airport - hotel transfer

Upon arrival, your tour guide will welcome and introduce you the charming capital city on the way to hotel. Check in and have some free time on your own.

 

- Smart Tips:

  • If you like excitment, we'd suggest a splendid Kungfu Show at Red Theatre. Ask your guide's help for booking and direction.
  • Meals: None

    Accommodation: Red Wall Hotel Beijing 3-star hotel

    Temple of Heaven
    Temple of Heaven
    Day 2

    Beijing

    Destinations & activities: Emperor's Seat-in-coach Tour

    - Emperor's Seat-in-coach Tour:
    Your guide will leave a message or call you to determine the meeting time. On this tour, the first will be the magnificent Forbidden City, followed by the largest city square in the world- Tiananmen Square. Post lunch, we will continue to visit the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven where you will be able to experience the imperial past of China.
    Note: If your hotel is not located inside the city’s 4th loop, you will be required to reach one of the boarding places listed below at the determined time. Transportation cost not included.
    Boarding Place:
    (1) Beijing International Hotel
    (2) Catic Hotel Beijing
    (3) Jianguo Hotel Beijing
    (4) Beijing Xinxing Hotel

    Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch

    Accommodation: Red Wall Hotel Beijing 3-star hotel
     
    Great Wall
    Badaling Section of the Great Wall in China
    Day 3

    Beijing to Xi'an (By Overnight Train No. Z19)

    Destinations & activities: World Wonder Seat-in-coach Tour, Hotel to Train station Transfer (Beijing)

    -World Wonder Seat-in-coach Tour:
    Kick start the day by visiting Emperor Yongle’s tomb built in 1413- the Changling Tomb from the Ming Dynasty. This is one of the best preserved mausoleums from the dynasty. After a leisurely lunch we continue the tour to the Badaling section of the Great Wall. This extensively restored section will provide you great views of the hills and mountains.
    Note: If your hotel is not located inside the city’s 4th loop, you will be required to reach one of the boarding places listed below at the determined time. Transportation cost not included.
    Boarding Place:
    (1) Beijing International Hotel
    (2) Catic Hotel Beijing
    (3) Jianguo Hotel Beijing
    (4) Beijing Xinxing Hotel

    Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch

    Accommodation: Stay overnight on the train
     
    Terracotta Warriors and Horses
    Terracoota Army
    Day 4

    Xi'an

    Destinations & activities: Train station Transfer (Xian), Half Day Seat-in-coach Tour of Ancient Culture of Xi'an

    - Half Day Seat-in-coach Tour of Ancient Culture of Xi'an: Visit the Shaanxi Historical Museum where you will be able to explore an impressive collection of relics from the Qing, Ming and Song dynasties along with Silk Road artifacts. Next, we move on to the Wild Goose Pagoda where you will find Buddhist classics that Master Xuanzang had brought from India. We move on to the Islamic Mosque with its mix of Chinese and Islamic architectural styles and its 1200 year old history.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Accommodation: Xi'an Skytel Hotel 3-star hotel
     
    Terracotta Warriors & Horses
    The Terracotta Army is a wonderful site for your Xian tour.
    Day 5

    Xi'an to Shanghai (By Overnight Train No. T140/T137)

    Destinations & activities: One Day Seat-in-coach Tour of Xi'an Historic Relics, , Hotel to Train station Transfer (Xian)

    -One Day Seat-in-coach Tour of Xi'an Historic Relics: Visit one of the biggest attractions of China- the Terracotta Horses and Warriors. This 2000 year old life-sized army has unique figures. Visit the Banpo site after lunch. The area is spread over 50,000 square meters and includes burial grounds, pottery area and a residential section.

    Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch

    Accommodation: Stay overnight on the train
     
    The Former French Concession
    A walk in the Former French Concession is pleasant, Shanghai.
    Day 6

    Shanghai

    Destinations & activities: Train station - hotel transfer, free time in Shanghai

    Today, you will arrive in Shanghai in the afternoon. After check-in, you will have the city to your own.

    Check out our list for your solo adventure.

    - Smart Tips:

  • The Old French Concession offers some quiet time along the shady pavement.
  • ERA Time Acrobatic Show is among the top Things to Do's of most travel websites, and your guide will help you get the ticket.
  • Got special taste? Dongtai Road Antique Market is right for you!
  • For food, perhaps you might like some Dim Sum at Din Tai Fung Restaurant.
  • Meals: None

    Accommodation: Kingtown Hotel Plaza Shanghai 3-star hotel
     
     
    Oriental Pearl TV Tower
    Oriental Pearl TV Tower
    Day 7

    Shanghai

    Destinations & activities: Shanghai One-day Seat-in-coach Tour

    - One-Day Shanghai Seat-in-coach Tour: For this organized tour, we will pick up the guests at the predetermined time at the boarding hotel locations. If you are not checked into one of these hotels, please reach one of these boarding destinations on time. Today we explore Shanghai. We start with a visit to the Yu Garden and then move on to the Pearl City, Jade Buddha Temple and the Bund. After lunch, we visit the best and the largest museums in the country- Shanghai Museum and then the People’s Square. Last, we visit the old, rejuvenated Xintiandi quarter.

    - Smart Tips:

  • For today's tour, your coach will not pick you up at your own hotel, instead, you need to get to Jin Jiang Hotel for boarding before 8:30am. Direction: take Subway Route 1 to Shaanxi Nan Road (3 stops) and exit from Exit 3.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch

    Accommodation: Kingtown Hotel Plaza Shanghai 3-star hotel

     

     
    Day 8

    Shanghai Departure (Flight not Included)

    Destinations & activities: Hotel - airport transfer

    Today your guide will escort you to the airport for departure. Bon voyage and hope to see you again soon!

    Meals: Breakfast

    Hotels and Accommodation

    Dates and Prices

    Terms & Conditions

    Price Inclusion

    • Entrance fees.
    • Meals listed in the itinerary.
    • Private transfers.
    • Private English-speaking guide and driver.
    • Hotels listed in the itinerary.
    • Service Charge & Taxes.
    • China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance.
    • Luggage Transfers.

    Price Exclusion

    • International Airfare or Train Tickets to enter or leave China.
    • China Entry Visa Fees.
    • Excess Baggage Charges.
    • Personal Expenses.
    • Any meals that are not mentioned in the tour itinerary.
    • Single Room Supplement.

    Special Terms

    • Price may change during some Chinese festivals.
    • Price is subject to change based on exchange rate.
    • We accept both on-line payment (by Paypal® and Moneybookers®) and wire transfer.
    • A deposit of 10% ot the total cost is required when you confirm your booking.
    • For Cancellation Refunds, please click here.

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    $ 799 Per Person

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    With Private Guide + Driver

    Tour Highlights

    • Forbidden City
    • the Temple of Heaven Tian'anmen Square and Summer Palace
    • Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses

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