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Edel, traveled in June
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- Gold Operator
- TravelChinaGuide
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Low Intensity
- Travelers can expect some light physical activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 2 - 18
- All Ages Welcome
Highlights
- Experience the hustle and bustle of bustling Beijing
- Venture up the ornate steps of the Forbidden City
- Gaze at the impressive ramparts of the Great Wall
- Admire the haunting rows of Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrival in Beijing & Airport Pick-up
- Day 2 Beijing: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Heaven Temple & Acrobatic Show
- Day 3 Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall & Rickshaw Hutong Tour
- Day 4 Summer Palace; High-speed Train From Beijing to Xi'an
- Day 5 Xian: Terracotta Army, Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Dinner Show
- Day 6 City Wall & Muslim Quarter; Xi'an fly yo Shanghai
- Day 7 Shanghai Museum, Yuyuan Garden & Bund Cruise Tour
- Day 8 Departure from Shanghai
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Flights
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong
HotelDays 1, 2, 3Upgrade AvailableCrowne Plaza Xi'an
HotelDays 4, 5Upgrade AvailableThe Sunrise on the Bund
HotelDays 6, 7Upgrade Available
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 18 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Travel with your own group of min. 1 travelers
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
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TravelChinaGuide
Number of tours
69
Age Range
1 to 99 years old
Response time
less than 1 hour
Response rate
100%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- Beth· October 28th, 2025My husband and I loved this tour! Communication after booking was very responsive and helpful. The tour itself was great...beautiful hotels in good city locations with excellent breakfasts included, all were close to convenience stores and ATMs. Nicely paced and well organized itinerary,. Guides spoke English well and were very dedicated to make sure everyone was taken care of. Lots of information provided. Meals and two shows were fantastic. It was fun to meet new friends in our group of 22 travelers. Our only problem was we could not get WeChat to work but we did fine without it. This tour is great for a taste of China!Show more
TravelChinaGuide commented on this reviewDear Beth, thank you for your time in sharing the wonderful experience with us! How delighted to have your recognition of our travel service! It is our honor to have your trust. We look forward to serving you on your next trip. Best regards from... Show moreTrip date: October 2025 - Michael· July 22nd, 2025Having previously travelled to more than 50 countries but never having a vacation in China we were excited to visit a country with so much history and so much development. Our guides were excellent ensuring from the minute we exited the airport terminal to final departure was stress free and enjoyable. Hotels and tours were excellent andShow moreTravelChinaGuide commented on this reviewDear Michael Faust, thank you for taking time to post your memorable experience! It is very encouraging to see everything of your trip was perfect, which is what we strive for. Thank you again for choosing us. We have tour service in more than 120... Show moreTrip date: July 2025
- Edel· June 10th, 2025We had a great experience in China. Tour Radar was excellent. The guides explained the history of China and the places we visited. They kept us interested all the time. Celine was excellent in Xian. Timekeeping was excellent. The hotels were beautiful. Overall, it was a great experience.Show moreTravelChinaGuide commented on this reviewDear Edel Garavan, many thanks to your kind review. It’s very exciting to hear that you had a great tour. We have tour service in more than 120 countries globally and we will be happy to have a chance to serve you in the future to explore more travel... Show moreTrip date: May 2025
- JCJelena· May 1st, 2025Great tour! Warmly recommed.Show moreTravelChinaGuide commented on this reviewDear Jelena Cmiljanic, very appreciate your time in sharing your experience! We are greatly delighted to have your content with your trip and our travel service, what is we strive for. We have tour service in more than 120 countries globally and we will... Show moreTrip date: April 2025
- HRHarald· December 4th, 2024The tour was great. We saw a lot of thinks in a short time. We had very, very good guides in Beijing (Rocky) and Xi'an (Tracy). they both had a very good knowledge of the historical things and we could discuss with them about life in China today. We saw a lot and we learned a lot about China. We can only recommend this tour!Show moreTravelChinaGuide commented on this reviewDear Harald, thank you so much for sharing your travel experience. It gives us endless joy to have your satisfaction of our service. We always select excellent tour guides who are versatile assistants that will enhance and enrich travelers' holiday.... Show moreTrip date: November 2024
- HCHattie· October 4th, 2024A wonderful tour with expert guides, first class hotels and well thought out and co-ordinated visits to amazing sights with extra events in Beijing, Xian and Shanghai. Many thanksShow moreTravelChinaGuide commented on this reviewDear Hattie Coppard, we greatly appreciate you share your experience with us. Your content of this wonderful journey gives us immense joy. We look forward to serving you on your next trip! We greatly appreciate you share your experience again with us.... Show moreTrip date: September 2024
- AWAmanda· September 29th, 2024Great guides, super well organized, amazing hotels. They send you a list of things to set up beforehand to deal with the “great firewall of China,” which was great though I would have liked it sooner. Thanks to our wonderful guides Kevin, Lily, and Johnny, as well as Wally and Sean for the airport pickups.Show moreTravelChinaGuide commented on this reviewDear Amanda White, thank you for taking time to share your wonderful trip! We are so glad to see you were satisfied with your journey and our travel service. It is our honor to have your trust. We look forward to serving you on your next trip. Best... Show more
Trip date: September 2024 - helen· April 4th, 2024As a couple surprised by an fantastic individual tour by three very articulate guides and proficient drivers around Beijing, Xian and Shanghai. Learnt not only about history but culture and language today. Felt very safe even when venturing out alone around cities without guides. Our only issue was we could not get internet to connect but that is going to be more us being technophobic. However so supported by guides that not required.Show moreTravelChinaGuide commented on this reviewDear helen, 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 moreTrip date: March 2024
- ISIris· October 1st, 2023Automatic translation available in English. View in EnglishQuite excellent organization of our trip! Prompt feedback on questions and an absolute all-round carefree package that helped us have an unforgettable travel experience.Show moreTravelChinaGuide commented on this reviewDear Iris, thank you for your time in sharing the wonderful experience with us! How excited to receive your approval of our travel service! What we strive for is the top-notch service and your satisfaction. Thank you for trusting us. We are always ready... Show moreTrip date: September 2023
- JGJennifer· December 30th, 2019The tour was wonderful. The tour guides were very informative and gave lots of recommendations. I went during their down season in December, best decision every. There was not a lot of people at the most popular tourist locations. I recommend coming during the winter.Show moreTravelChinaGuide commented on this reviewDear Jennifer Giles, Thanks for traveling with us and taking time to share your travel experience here. When we know that you had a wonderful experience on your trip in China and were very satisfied with our guides’ services, we feel all our efforts... Show moreTrip date: December 2019
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- -15%From Friday7 Nov, 2025To Friday14 Nov, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,323NZ $2,824 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-15%From Monday22 Dec, 2025To Monday29 Dec, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,095NZ $2,631 per personMultiple Room Types
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- Instant Confirmation-15%From Wednesday11 Mar, 2026To Wednesday18 Mar, 2026EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,973NZ $2,527 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Sara
Asked on September 11th, 2025Do we require visas for the trip in China. We have UK passports. Please give me as much information as possible.
TravelChinaGuideOperator•Written September 2025If you fly to China to join the tour and after the tour, you fly back to your country, you will have to apply for a China visa. We are glad to offer a free invitation letter to assist you if you book and pay for the tour. While if you fly to a third country, you may enjoy 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit policy.
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Virginia
Asked on September 5th, 2025What is the charge for solo traveler to 8 day China tour?
- TravelChinaGuideOperator•Written September 2025
The price for single occupancy is US$2,260.15 after discount.
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Lorraine
Asked on September 5th, 2025How much if I will add the Yangtze river?
- TravelChinaGuideOperator•Written September 2025
Tour with Yangtze River Cruise and the tour price is USD2473 per person.
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Philip
Asked on September 2nd, 2025Does this tour make a stop at the Great Wall?
- TravelChinaGuideOperator•Written September 2025
The tour you are inquired is 8 days Small Group Tour of Beijing, Xian and Shanghai. It has included the visit to the Great Wall.
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Tina
Asked on July 11th, 2025How much to add an additional 2-3 days to visit Zhangzae in late August to early September?
- TravelChinaGuideOperator•Written July 2025
Is that Zhangjiajie? Yes, we can add the extended private tour to Zhangjiajie after the small group tour. However, our small group tour have fixed travel dates and travel itinerary. We have three dates on August, 01, 08 and 22. If the travel dates cannot meet your request, we can also customize a whole private tour for you.
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Erica
Asked on June 1st, 2025Is this tour available starting from Shanghai please?
- TravelChinaGuideOperator•Written June 2025
This small group tour start from Beijing. If you arrive in Shanghai first, you can take a high speed train to Beijing and join this group. Or, we can customize a private tour from Shanghai and ending in Beijing for you.
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Dawn
Asked on May 23rd, 2025Are the transportation from the hotel to the sights, and back to the hotel, included? How far is the hotel from the departure airport? Do we have to pay mandatory tips to the driver and guide?
- TravelChinaGuideOperator•Written May 2025
Our price includes all the transfers except the one to the airport on the last day. Our hotels are located in the downtown area, which is about 1 hour driving from the airport. You are advised to offer the tips to the tour guide and driver if you are satisfied with their service.
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Dawn
Traveler•Written May 2025If we take the personalized private tour with you, how do we sign up with you? Is it under the umbrella of TourRadar? Or is this something you would do on your own? Are we still qualified to earn TourRadar credits/points? We are a group of three couples and one single. Will the cost still be the same as stated?
- TravelChinaGuideOperator•Written May 2025
If you choose to book the small group tour with other travellers, the operator can discount your booking by USD $200. If you prefer to take a private tour at no extra charge, they can make two changes on this Small Group Tour Itinerary (change to 4 stars hotels instead of 5-stars and arrange high-speed train from Beijing to Xian instead of flight). The lead traveller will be eligible to earn travel credits to use towards their next adventure.
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Connie
Asked on April 25th, 2025Could you please confirm if a triple room is available for this tour? If so, kindly provide the associated costings. Additionally, could you also provide the cost for one extra night of accommodation, both pre-tour and post-tour?
- TravelChinaGuideOperator•Written April 2025
We can arrange one twin room with an extra bed for you three. It is not a typical triple room, but you will stay in one room with three beds. The price is the same as the twin sharing which is AUD2790.26 per person. Total in AUD8370.79 for three people. One twin room with an extra bed: Room Rate for Beijing Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong is AUD334 including three breakfasts. Room Rate for Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World is AUD426 including three breakfasts.
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Theresa
Asked on April 7th, 2025Is there an earlier departure date available in May? (before May 30, 2025) What's the cost of the Solo Traveler Supplement for this tour? What's the cancelation policy? Is there a payment plan available for this tour? Is there a longer trip available which includes Guilin? Also, a Yangtze River cruise?
- TravelChinaGuideOperator•Written April 2025
We have three departue dates in May, 2025. They are May 02, May 16 and May 30, 2025. If you choose the 8 days Beijing, Xian, Shanghai with departure date on May 16, 2025, the tour price for solo traveler with a single room in all hotels is USD2302. Ten percent (10%) of the tour total price is required as a deposit to confirm your tour. The final payment is required 30 days prior to the start of the tour. For cancellations: 30 or more days before start date: 1.75% of total price, 29 to 15 days before: 30% of total price, 14 to 3 days before: 50% of total price. Yes, we do have a 14 days China Small Group Tour including Beijing, Xian, Guilin, Chongqing, Yangtze River Cruise, Yichang and Shanghai.
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Johanna Maria Leonarda
Asked on March 13th, 2025What transportation is provided between cities?
- TravelChinaGuideOperator•Written March 2025
Transportation between cities is provided by high-speed trains and occasionally includes internal flights.
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