8 Days Classic China Tour

Your flight from your hometown to Beijing will provide you with meals, beverages, and entertainment.

We arrive in Beijing, the capital city of China. Beijing Capital International Airport has rapidly ascended in rankings of the world's busiest airports. Greet our local tour guide in the arrivals hall and transfer to our luxury accommodations. Enjoy the rest of your day in Beijing and get ready for tomorrow's tour.

This morning, you will sight-see Tiananmen Square, which is noted as the largest public square in the world and then the Imperial Palace in the Forbidden City. The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty. For almost 500 years, it served as the home of emperors and their households, as well as the ceremonial and political center of Chinese government.

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Today you will visit The Great Wall! Visiting the Great Wall is a delightful must for visitors to China. The Great Wall is one of the seven greatest man-made wonders of the world and is definitely the focal point of China. You will walk along one of the three greatest mountain passes – Juyongguan Pass. After that, you will have lunch where you can take some rest. Afterward you will visit the Jade Museum to learn the history of Jade.

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Today after breakfast, you will fly to Xi’an. Xi’an, the former capital of China, enjoys a rich history of 5000 years. Visit Small Wild Goose Pagoda, which is located inside the Jianfu Temple in southern Xi’an city and one of the famous landmarks of Xi’an.

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Today you will visit the world-famous Terracotta Warriors Museum, one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. Discovered in 1974, this vast underground army was created to guard the tomb of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. Marvel at the thousands of life-sized terracotta soldiers, each with unique facial features and expressions.

Gallery: Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an

After breakfast, transfer to the airport and fly to Shanghai, a renowned international metropolis. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, explore the city at your own pace or take an optional tour.

Today you'll visit the Shanghai Museum with more than 120,000 art objects. Then sightsee the Bund and the silk factory. Shanghai is divided by the Huang Pu River into eastern and western sections. Modern mega high rises are seen on the eastern side while traditional European style architecture may be seen on the western side. The Bund is a five-block riverfront promenade with many of Shanghai's banks and trading houses. After the tour, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Gallery: The Bund in Shanghai