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Travel across China from Shanghai to Beijing on an 8-day small-group trip that links major cities with key historical sites. The route includes Wuxi, Xi’an and Beijing, with train travel between sections of the journey. In Wuxi, visit Huishan Ancient Town and Jichang Garden. In Xi’an, walk through the Muslim Quarter and see the Terracotta Warriors. The trip also includes time at the Great Wall, with an overnight stay in the scenic area and a sunset visit, plus a day in Beijing covering Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. This itinerary covers long distances in a short time, so it is best suited to travellers comfortable with full days on the move. It focuses on cities, heritage sites and guided sightseeing rather than remote landscapes.
Key details
8 days
7 nights
Route
China
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
8 days
Travel style
Small groups
Destinations
Shanghai, Wuxi, Xi'an, Beijing
Transport
Train and road
Highlights
- Small-group touring
- Ancient sites in four Chinese cities
- Overnight stay near the Great Wall
- Guided sightseeing by train and road
Itinerary
- 1
Shanghai
Arrival in Shanghai
Arrive in Shanghai and meet the group in the late afternoon. After the welcome meeting, take a guided walk along the Bund to see the city after dark. The rest of the evening is free. - 2
Wuxi
Shanghai to Wuxi and back
Take the train to Wuxi and visit Huishan Ancient Town with your leader. Continue to Jichang Garden before returning to Shanghai for the evening.Breakfast - 3
Xi'an
Travel to Xi'an
Ride the high-speed train to Xi'an, then join a walking tour of the city. Pass the Bell and Drum Towers, explore the Muslim Quarter and sample local snacks along the way.Breakfast
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Group leader or local representative throughout the trip
- 3 breakfasts
- Train travel between listed cities
- Guided visits to the listed sights
- One night in a family-run guesthouse near the Great Wall
- Hotel rooms may have harder mattresses than some travellers prefer
- Smoking is common in hotels in China
What's not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Optional entrance fees and activities not listed in the inclusions
- Other meals and services not included above
Dates & availability
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Upcoming departures
7 dates · 14 optionsWed, Sep 9, 2026to Sep 16, 2026
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RequestFri, Sep 11, 2026to Sep 18, 2026
2 hotels availableMon, Sep 14, 2026to Sep 21, 2026
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$2,105.00
Important information
Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.