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North China Getaway

12 days
From Beijing to Shanghai
4.4
10 traveler reviews
North China Getaway - Intrepid Travel
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Plan your adventure:
  • Explorer
  • Group
  • Fully Guided
  • Train & Rail
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Christmas & New Year
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 16
Age range 15 to 99
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Highlights

  • Trek the Great Wall of China
  • Explore Xian - the largest city in northwest China
  • Visit historical Shanghai
  • Explore Huangshan with its spectacular views
  • Admire Ming dynasty architecture in Hongcun

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Beijing
  2. Day 2 Great Wall
  3. Day 3 Great Wall
  4. Day 4 Beijing - Overnight Train
  5. Day 5 Xi'an
  6. Day 6 Xi'an – Overnight Train
  7. Day 7 Shanghai
  8. Day 8-9 Huangshan
  9. Day 10 Hongcun
  10. Day 11 Shanghai
  11. Day 12 Shanghai
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • 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

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Intrepid Travel

Number of tours

1,453

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Food
    Rather poor
    2.0
  • 4.6
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  • North China Getaway reviewer 1
    · November 19th, 2024
    Excellent guide Jacky Zhan: patient, knowledgable and tireless. Very good itinerary. Affordable price! Not all the accomodation of the same quality. Breakfast should be a basic standard in tours like this.
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    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for taking the time to share your review, Ljubomir! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the itinerary and that you found Jacky to be an excellent guide. Your comments regarding the accommodation and meal inclusions are also very much... Show more
    Trip date: November 2024
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    I traveled with intrepid few years ago in Vietnam, It was a great trip that’s why I did my China holiday with intrepid again
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    Trip date: April 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    The trip was good but we had too many overnight trains.
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    Trip date: April 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    Our guide helped us with everything and no request was too hard
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    Trip date: March 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    William- he was amazing. I also really enjoyed the small group, non touristy adventures, the extras that William brought to the experience like having our host teach us to make dumplings. Just a great experience all around!
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    Trip date: March 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    Travelling to China by myself would not have been possible - or at least very different - had it not been for Intrepid and my amazing guide William Li. Being in a group helped with figuring out transportation, accomodation and food.
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    Trip date: March 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    I had an absolutely incredible trip with William as our leader. I felt the trip was adventurous and authentic and incorporated the best of group travel. I have already recommended intrepid to many friends and family.
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    Trip date: March 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    trip met or exceeded expectations
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    Trip date: March 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    I thought the quality of our main guide, our day guides, and the schedules were very well done, but there was some miscommunication about airport pickup and drop-off during my trip which slightly took away from the experience.
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    Trip date: March 2019
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    This was my first group tour and Intrepid trip. Everything was so easy, and while I had traveled on my own once before, this time I just did more things, and felt like I was experiencing the place I was visiting, not just looking at stuff.
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    Trip date: March 2019

Dates & Availability

12 days
North China Getaway
From Beijing to Shanghai

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Are there any age restrictions for the tour?

      The tour is intended primarily for a youthful audience. However, other options are available for different age groups and preferences.

    • What are the transport arrangements between tour locations?

      Transport options between tour locations are included and detailed in the trip itinerary.

    • What are the conditions for booking a tour?

      A complimentary hold is offered for 48 hours, after which a deposit is required to confirm your booking.

    • Can I arrange extra services like airport transfers?

      Yes, extra services such as airport transfers can be arranged on request, subject to availability.

    • What documentation is required for the tour?

      A scanned copy of the personal details page of your passport is required no later than 40 days before departure in order to purchase your train tickets.

    • What is the group size for the tour?

      Information about the specific group size is not typically disclosed; however, details could vary based on the tour package and bookings.

    • What kind of support is available during the tour?

      You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for any issues during the tour.

    • Is a visa required for the tour?

      Yes, visa requirements exist and you should refer to the linked Essential Trip Information for detailed requirements.

    • How can I pay for the tour?

      Payments can be made following the 'Book Now' instructions on the booking page, with specific details provided during the booking process.

    • Is airport arrival pickup included in the tour?

      Airport transfer service is not included in the trip package and can be arranged at an additional cost.

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    Good to Know

    Tour ID: 4073

    • Currency
      ¥
      Yuan Renminbi
      China
    • Plugs & Adapters

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

      Type G
      China
      Type I
      China
    • 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 June 30th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 30th, 2025, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. 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 60 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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