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Great Wall to Great Cities: Epic China Adventure from Beijing to Shanghai

10 days
From Beijing to Shanghai
4.3
3 traveler reviews

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Active
Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
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 - 20
Ages 18-55
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Highlights

  • Roundhouse visit & bike tour
  • Nine Creeks/Misty Woods hike
  • West Lake visit & boat tour
  • Sunset hike to Jiuyao Mountain
  • Camp/Walk on the Great Wall

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Camp on The Great Wall of China
  2. Day 2 See the highlights of Beijing
  3. Day 3 Free day in Beijing
  4. Day 4 Travel to Hangzhou
  5. Day 5 West Lake Sunset Boat Trip
  6. Day 6 Hike to the Nine Creeks and travel to Shanghai
  7. Day 7 Mandarin Lesson and Free Time in Shanghai
  8. Day 8 Free time in Shanghai
  9. Day 9 Optional Activities in Shanghai
  10. Day 10 Farewell!
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What's Included

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  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar 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

  • Meals

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Number of tours

47

Age Range

7 to 75 years old

Response time

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Response rate

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Accommodation
    Good
    4.0
  • Food
    Good
    4.0
  • 4.6
  • EB
    · July 7th, 2025
    The guides were great, and the itinerary and overall organization were good. It was a bit tiring after arriving at a destination from Beijing to Hangzhou, to start right away with a hike.
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    The Dragon Trip commented on this review
    We're happy the guides were able to show you an amazing time and that you thought the itinerary was well organised. Thank you for the feedback regarding the pace of the trip and the transition between locations. We're always looking for ways to... Show more
    Trip date: May 2025
  • Great Wall to Great Cities: Epic China Adventure from Beijing to Shanghai reviewer 2
    · December 3rd, 2019
    I took their Beijing tour back a few years ago and loved it!! I still can't believe I saw so much of China in just 3 weeks! The hostels were actually really nice, and the experiences were incredible. Guides were all super friendly and had fun recommendations. When meals weren't provided, we'd get a group dinner together which was super fun. At times I was the most exhausted I've ever been, but the guides were super motivated and kept the energy up. I know people who have gone on more expensive tours of China and didn't get to do the cool stuff we did like camping on the great wall of china or training with shaolin warriors.
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    The Dragon Trip commented on this review
    Thanks for such a great review, Emily! We hope to see you on another tour with us in the future.
    Trip date: May 2017
  • C
    · April 9th, 2018
    I was very impressed with the accounting for...
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    The Dragon Trip commented on this review
    Hi Colleen, we are very happy to hear that our guides were able to provide you lots of great knowledge! Thank you for a great review :)
    Trip date: March 2018

What our customers ask about this tour

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    Gregory

    Asked on July 19th, 2025

    I want to know the full package of 5 people coming for tour with visa assistance from you, maybe with visa invitation letter, I can arrange for other documents in Nigeria and submit to the Chinese embassy in Lagos Nigeria.

    Tour Details
    Visa
    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten July 2025

      If your clients require a visa to visit China, we can provide an Invitation Letter and the Detailed Itinerary to support their visa application. They will be responsible for their visa applications. The documents can be provided once they have sent us their passport details and paid the deposit.

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    Derek

    Asked on June 9th, 2025

    1. Accommodation Confirmations: How do I obtain the printed confirmations of accommodations booked through TourRadar? Since the first night is spent in a tent, how is the accommodation confirmation handled? Are we in a camping zone that provides such confirmations? Or does your company have special arrangements for this?

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    Travel Support
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      Derek

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      2. Tent Arrangements: Who is responsible for bringing the tent; the traveler or the organizer? Is the rental of a tent included in the price of the trip? I do not own a tent and do not intend to buy one for a single use and for just one night.

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      Derek

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      3. Clothing Recommendations: I have read on various websites that between July and August, I can expect very hot temperatures. I was wondering if sleeveless shirts or short shorts (above the knee) are appropriate for a solo female traveller, or if you would recommend more modest clothing.

    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten June 2025

      For the camping, all equipment will be provided to you. You won't need to bring your own tent. This is included in the price of the trip.

    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten June 2025

      Sleeveless shirts and short shorts (above the knee) are appropriate for a solo female traveller. However, please bear in mind, that if you decide to visit any religious areas during the trip, you might be expected to cover up and wear more modest clothing.

    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten June 2025

      It appears that Swiss citizens can travel for up to 30 days visa free in China. You can read more about that by visiting the visaforchina website.

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    Samantha

    Asked on April 18th, 2025

    Do you pick up travellers from the airport on arrival? For this tour where does the journey begin, what time do we need to meet?

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      Samantha

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      for this tour do we fly into Beijing Capital or Baijing Daxing?

    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten April 2025

      The trip begins in Beijing on Day 1. The meeting time is confirmed closer to the departure date and your adventure leader will make you aware of this in the group chat you're invited to. You usually arrive at The Great Wall of China for around 14:00. It's entirely up to you which airport you'd prefer to fly into. We can organise airport transfers for an additional cost.

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    Josh

    Asked on February 18th, 2025

    How can I contact the tour operator directly?

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    Travel Support
    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten February 2025

      For direct contact details, refer to your booking documents or the official contact us section on the tour's webpage.

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    Vicky

    Asked on January 11th, 2025

    What are the transportation options available during the tour?

    Transport
    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten January 2025

      Transportation varies but generally includes private transfers and local transportation as detailed in your itinerary.

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    Traveling

    Asked on December 22nd, 2024

    What is the policy on refunds if the visa is rejected?

    Payments
    Visa
    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten December 2024

      Refunds are not provided for visa rejections; it is recommended to claim any losses through travel insurance.

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    Pauline

    Asked on August 30th, 2024

    Do you still have any spaces left for this date?

    Price / Availability
    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten September 2024

      Unfortunately, this departure is at full capacity. Do you have any flexibility with your travel dates?

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      Pauline

      TravelerWritten September 2024

      I do have flexibility, but your next one is in April I think

    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten September 2024

      We could look into the September 21st departure if this works. Alternatively, the next departure is on April 5th 2025.

    • P

      Pauline

      TravelerWritten September 2024

      Unfortunately not, I can't do September. I will look again next year.

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    Danielle

    Asked on May 11th, 2024

    Is it safe for a family with small children to do a Great Wall hiking and camping experience?

    Tour Details
    Travel Support
    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten May 2024

      May I know how fit you and your wife with two little kids to hike and camp on the Great Wall? We want to find a good Great Wall section for you.

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      Danielle

      TravelerWritten May 2024

      Both me and my wife are reasonably fit. We are used to trekking from time to time. Our children love to walk and adventure. The most important for us is just to make sure that the hike is safe for them while having the experience in sections of the wall that are more wild and not touristic.

    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten May 2024

      The itinerary includes: Pick up at 8:30 from your hotel, drive 2hrs to Gubeikou Great Wall. Hike over 3hrs to lunch spot. After lunch, hike another 2hrs to camp site. Dinner with camp site owner. Stay overnight next to the Wall.

    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten May 2024

      The trip price includes: Private English speaking hiking guide, Private transfer (7-seater car), Camping gears including 2-ppl tent, sleeping bag and mattress, Dinner and simple Chinese breakfast at guesthouse near camping site. Does not include: Lunches, personal expenses, tips to guide and driver.

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      Danielle

      TravelerWritten May 2024

      What is included in the Great Wall camping tour price?

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    James

    Asked on May 2nd, 2024

    Can you give me a contact so i can talk to someone about designing a trip to Indonesia, China, Japan and Europe?

    Tour Details
    Travel Support
    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten April 2024

      We will use hostel rooms throughout the tour. Accommodations include: Peking Youth Hostel in Beijing, Bokai Westlake Hotel in Hangzhou, Dayin International Youth Hostel in Shanghai.

    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten May 2024

      You can call TourRadar for assistance with tour planning.

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    Diana

    Asked on April 16th, 2024

    Where does the tour end?

    Tour Details
    • The Dragon TripOperatorWritten April 2024

      The tour typically ends at designated points in the last city of the itinerary. Accommodation specifics are detailed in your booking pack.

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Tour ID: 39586

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    China
  • Plugs & Adapters

    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 January 15th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 15th, 2026, a minimum payment of 5% is required to confirm your booking with The Dragon Trip. 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 75 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and The Dragon Trip will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "The Dragon Trip" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
  • Cancellation Policy
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    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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