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11-Day China Golden Triangle: Small Group & 5-star Hotels

11 days
From Beijing to Shanghai
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 18
Age range 1 to 99
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Highlights

  • Unwind on a river cruise to see the Three Gorges
  • Admire the skylines of Shanghai on a walk on the Bund
  • Delve into culture and dine with a local Chinese family
  • Gaze at the impressive ramparts of the Great Wall

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival in Beijing & Airport Pick-up
  2. Day 2 Beijing: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Heaven Temple & Acrobatic Show
  3. Day 3 Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall & Rickshaw Hutong Tour
  4. Day 4 Panda House & Summer Palace; Beijing Fly to Xian
  5. Day 5 Xi'an: Terracotta Army Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Dinner Show
  6. Day 6 City Wall; Xi'an fly to Chongqing; Board Cruise
  7. Day 7 Yangtze River Cruise: Fengdu County
  8. Day 8 Yangtze River Cruise: Three Gorges, Qutang Gorge & Enjoy a sampan
  9. Day 9 Three Gorges Dam; Yichang - Shanghai
  10. Day 10 Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden & Bund Cruise Tour
  11. Day 11 Departure from Shanghai
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Operated by

TravelChinaGuide

Number of tours

63

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

2 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.6
  • 4.8
  • CE
    · June 9th, 2025
    The trip was wonderful! As a senior woman traveling alone I could not have asked for a better trip. Everything was well organized and the guides were so friendly and knowledgeable. Arriving in China by myself I was nervous but the tour guide was waiting for me at arrivals at the airport, which right away put me at ease. In Chongquing , I was the only person arriving on that particular day. I had a guide and driver to myself that day. I believe the tour guide went way above what was required. He introduced me to some of the history of the city, and showed me the market area. He answered my many questions about the city and was so pleasant and concerned that I should not become too tired. Every tour guide treated us so well. I often felt like I had a member of my family with me because of the concern of the tour guides. When taking the bullet train, I was taken right to the car I was traveling in! When I arrived in Shanghai my new guide was there waiting for me. The five star hotels were very comfortable. The different sites we visited were interesting. I traveled in a group which was 18 when we started on the last days was only 9 because the others were visiting other cities. It was a great group of people, everyone arrived on time whenever a meeting time was set. At lunch we just enjoyed each other's company. This was my first visit to China and I was amazed at what a first world country with an rich history. Thank you for organizing this trip, I have memories for many years to come.
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    TravelChinaGuide commented on this review
    Dear Colleen, thank you for your time in sharing the wonderful experience with us! How delighted to have your recognition of our travel service! Our team consists of travel experts with decades of experience. And we always try to offer you with the best... Show more
    Trip date: May 2025
  • HH
    · September 14th, 2019
    Tour was good. Had various tour guides in different cities. Would have liked more free time though. Accommodation was good except Great Wall Bejing wasnt good. Broken toilet seat cuboards and v shabby. The air seats were not booked previously so had to sit apart. Yangtze river bit disappointing. Room v musty. Paid for upgrade. But overall we enjoyed the tour
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    TravelChinaGuide commented on this review
    Dear HELEN HENKES, Thank you for taking your valuable time to write this feedback. After reading your review, we are glad to know that you enjoyed our tour service in different cities. Meanwhile, we feel very sorry for the unpleasant experience and... Show more
    Trip date: July 2019
  • RW
    · July 16th, 2019
    Well organised tour. Particularly impressed with the co-ordination of transfers between various parts of the tour.
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    TravelChinaGuide commented on this review
    Dear Ron Webb, It is very kind of you to have posted this review regarding your tour and our service. We are grateful for your recognition on our work. Thanks for your time and wish we will have another chance to serve you. Best regards!
    Trip date: July 2019
  • LT
    · May 2nd, 2019
    We liked: travelling in a small group: having informed and caring guides: easy, supported acess to main sites: Kung Fu Show in Beijing: Variety show in Xi'an, most authentic and fabulous lunch meal in Shanghai with Chris.
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    TravelChinaGuide commented on this review
    Dear Leanna Traill-Palairet, Thank you for choosing our company to arrange your China tour. We are happy to read that you were satisfied with our tour guides, actives and meals included in the itinerary. Your valuable support is very much appreciated.... Show more
    Trip date: March 2019
  • 11-Day China Golden Triangle: Small Group & 5-star Hotels reviewer 5
    · October 26th, 2018
    Everything went smoothly from the initial booking, having Angela as our own travel consultant, good communication throughout the booking process, Linda picking us up at Beijing airport at 12.05 am to our departure at Shanghai. All the guides were excellent very fluent English, knowledgeable and went out of their way to ensure customer satisfaction. Would definitely recommend China Travel Guide to anybody who wants a well organised tour in China.
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    TravelChinaGuide commented on this review
    Dear Michael Mesic, Thank you for your recognition on the service of both our guide, Linda and our travel consultant, Angela. We are more than happy to see that you are satisfied with our booking process and you love your China experience with our... Show more
    Trip date: September 2018

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11-Day China Golden Triangle: Small Group & 5-star Hotels
From Beijing to Shanghai

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    Eduard

    Asked on March 16th, 2025

    Can I change my tour dates after paying the deposit?

    Payments
    • TravelChinaGuideOperatorWritten March 2025

      You can change your tour dates at no extra charge if done after making the deposit for the specified options.

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    Cristian

    Asked on March 8th, 2025

    How much walking is involved in the tour?

    Tour Details
    • TravelChinaGuideOperatorWritten March 2025

      The tour typically includes 4-5 hours of walking each day during land tours, while shore excursions on the cruise may involve around 2 hours of walking.

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    Margarete

    Asked on February 28th, 2025

    What is the process for airport transfer?

    Flights / Transfers
    • TravelChinaGuideOperatorWritten March 2025

      Transfer to the hotel from the airport is included if you inform us of your flight details in advance.

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    Zoe

    Asked on February 10th, 2025

    What transportation is provided during the tour?

    Transport
    • TravelChinaGuideOperatorWritten February 2025

      Private transfers are included for all sightseeing, airports, and train stations as outlined in the tour itinerary.

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    Raul

    Asked on September 18th, 2024

    What is the availability for the specified departure date?

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    • TravelChinaGuideOperatorWritten September 2024

      The group tour is guaranteed for the specified date and can accommodate the number of travelers you wish to book.

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    Kati

    Asked on August 12th, 2024

    Will we have a guide during the tour?

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    • TravelChinaGuideOperatorWritten August 2024

      Yes, you will have a private English-speaking guide throughout the tour for a personalized experience.

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    Peter

    Asked on August 8th, 2024

    What if I need to contact your company during the tour?

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    • TravelChinaGuideOperatorWritten August 2024

      You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for any assistance during your trip.

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    Irene

    Asked on July 29th, 2024

    How much walking is there

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    • TravelChinaGuideOperatorWritten July 2024

      In some large sites, like the Forbidden City, Great Wall and Terracotta Army Museum, you may walk about 1-2 hours.

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    Gjinika

    Asked on June 1st, 2024

    What are the payment methods accepted for the tour?

    Payments
    • TravelChinaGuideOperatorWritten June 2024

      You can make payments using various methods, including credit cards, details will be provided during the booking process.

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    Janice

    Asked on April 14th, 2024

    Do you accept bookings for a single traveler?

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      Yes, we do accept bookings for solo travelers on this tour.

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Tour ID: 109368

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    China
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    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for type G.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for China. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for China. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for China. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for China. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for China. Ideally 6 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before July 20th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 20th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with TravelChinaGuide. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 35 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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