Stone guardian lion outside the Forbidden City in Beijing, China

11-Day China Highlights: Beijing, Xi’an, Zhangjiajie & Shanghai

9 Oct 2026 / Twin/double Share – Price Per Person

£2,489.00

Historic city architecture in Xi’an, China

11-Day China Highlights: Beijing, Xi’an, Zhangjiajie & Shanghai

Product code：SG08

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Tour Overview

Combine China’s essential cultural landmarks with Zhangjiajie’s extraordinary mountain scenery in one straightforward journey. Organised transport, accommodation and professional guidance link the Great Wall, Terracotta Army, sandstone peaks and Shanghai smoothly—saving travellers from coordinating distant destinations while delivering strong contrast and variety.

Key Highlights

See China’s must-visit sights: the Mutianyu Great Wall, Forbidden City and Terracotta Army.
Explore the sandstone pillars of Zhangjiajie Forest Park that inspired the floating mountains in Avatar.
Walk across Zhangjiajie’s dramatic glass bridge.
View Shanghai’s soaring skyline and experience the energy of the modern city.

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Duration

11 days

Tour Type

Scheduled Group Tour

Tour style

Leisure & Scenic

Pace

Moderate

Guide

English-speaking Local Guides

Accommodation

4 - 5 star Hotels

Meal

10 Breakfasts · 8 Lunches · 2 Dinners

Transportation

High-speed trains · Air-conditioned coach

Tour Highlights

Follow the journey through these amazing destinations

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Beijing

Imperial landmarks, traditional hutongs and China’s modern capital

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Xi’an

Ancient walls, Silk Road heritage and the Terracotta Warriors

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Zhangjiajie

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Shanghai

Historic neighbourhoods, riverfront landmarks and a bold modern skyline

Terracotta Warriors

Discover the world-famous Terracotta Army in Xi’an, one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. Created over 2,000 years ago to guard China’s first emperor in the afterlife, thousands of life-sized warriors stand in silent formation, each with unique features—offering a powerful and unforgettable insight into China’s imperial history.

High-speed train

China’s high-speed rail makes travelling between cities such as Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai fast, comfortable and effortless. With modern facilities and city-centre stations, it saves time, reduces stress and turns long distances into an enjoyable part of the journey rather than just transport.

Stone ramparts and watchtowers at Mutianyu Great Wall

Great Wall Experience

Explore one of the most iconic wonders of the world with ample time to walk ancient ramparts, soak in panoramic mountain views, and capture unforgettable photos. Experience the Great Wall at your own pace, discovering watchtowers, steep climbs, and sweeping vistas that have stood for centuries.

Arrive in Beijing and meet your local guide at the airport.
You will be transferred to your hotel in the city center, giving you time to settle in and recover from your flight.
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Visit Tian'anmen Square and the Forbidden City (the Treasure Gallery included) this morning. Then enjoy your lunch at a good local restaurant.

In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Heaven, and thereafter watch a wonderful Acrobatic Show. Tonight, we specially serve you a welcome a la carte dinner (valued at CNY150.00 per person and included in tour price) at a popular restaurant, where you can have a taste of the most famous Peking Roast Duck and other authentic typical dishes.
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Today's highlight is to visit Mutianyu Great Wall. A round-trip cable car ride is included. We will leave you enough time hiking on the wall and specially provide red wine for a group-toasting on the Wall. Enjoy a buffet lunch, then we will drive back downtown and have a photo stop at the Olympic National Stadium (Bird's Nest). You will admire the splendid building from close by. Afterwards, take a rickshaw tour to explore the original Hutong alleys and have a chance to visit a local family courtyard house.
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In the morning, visit the imperial Summer Palace. After lunch, take a high-speed train to Xi'an. Our guide and driver in Xi'an will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel.
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Today's highlight is to visit the Terracotta Army Museum, followed by a lunch at a good restaurant nearby. After lunch, you will take a family visit to home of the first discoverer of the Terracotta Army. And then make a mini clay warrior by yourself with the help of a local artisan. Drive back Xi'an and visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. A splendid evening is in store when you will be entertained by the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show while partaking of the famous Dumpling Dinner.

Tip: Dumplings are a traditional local food in northern China and are made of wheat flour with various indigenous fillings. This has long been a favorite food of the local people, so we have arranged for you to have a taste of this specialty today. You will also have an opportunity to learn more about the diversified Chinese food culture.

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Connect with local people at the City Wall Park and learn to practice Tai Chi from a master, then visit the City Wall for an exciting experience. Around noon, explore the lively Muslim Quarter and enjoy an a la carte local food lunch. Afterwards, fly to Zhangjiajie. Our guide and driver in Zhangjiajie will pick you up and escort you to the hotel.
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Pick you up from hotel and an exciting day in fantastic Zhangjiajie National Forest Park begins! You will take Bailong Sightseeing Elevator, visit Yuanjiajie Scenic Area, and enjoy amazing scenery of the Hallelujah Mountain. Lunch is served in a restaurant on the mountain. Then continue to Yangjiajie Scenic Area to view the Natural Great Wall. And finally head to Tianzi Mountain for a terrific view of the floating mountains and get down by cable car.
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Today, you will visit the world's highest and longest glass bridge at Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon. You will have a chance to challenge your courage there and admire the canyon scenery around. Lunch is served at noon and then in the afternoon, you will enter the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park again to do an amazing hiking along the Golden Whip Stream, which is a very beautiful valley surrounded by huge column peaks and towering plants, well worth an exploration.
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This morning you will visit the Tianmen Mountain including the round-trip cableway, Tianmen Cave (Heaven's Gate), the 7-level transmountain escalator, and the cliffside Glass Skywalk. In the afternoon we will see you off at the airport for a flight to Shanghai. Our local guide and driver in Shanghai will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. Your Shanghai hotel enjoys a very good location close to the north Bund. Enjoy your time strolling around.
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This morning, visit Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden and explore its nearby traditional bazaar. Lunch is on your own choice and expense. After that, stroll along the thriving Bund area and then take a one-hour cruise tour on the Huangpu River. Upon returning to the hotel our guide will see you into the lobby to say bon voyage.
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Today you will travel to the airport for your departing flight. Due to different flight schedules, the hotel-airport transfer service is not included. But we are glad to assist if you need. Taxi is a very convenient way and at a good price in China. We wish you a nice journey home and memories to last a lifetime.
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Hotel Information

5-star hotel

Beijing Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong or similar

5 star hotel

Xian Crown Plaza or similar

5-star hotel

Howard Johnson Neodalle Resort Zhangjiajie

Howard Johnson Neodalle Resort Zhangjiajie or similar

4 star hotel

Shanghai Sunrise On the Bund or similar

【hotel introduction】

4-5 star hotels
Prime location, easy access to city center
Two persons in one room

Fee Inclusions

Domestic flights and high-speed train transfers between cities
Hotel accommodation with breakfasts
À la carte lunches as specified in the itinerary
Professional English-speaking guides
Private air-conditioned vehicles and experienced drivers
Entrance fees to all tourist sites listed in the itinerary

Fee Exclusions

International flights or train tickets to enter or leave China
China entry visa fees
Personal expenses, including laundry, drinks, telephone calls, optional activities, and any services not listed in the itinerary
Excess baggage charges
Gratuities for guides and drivers
Medication and medical expenses incurred due to illness or accidents during the trip

Booking Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms

A deposit of £250 per person (twin occupancy booking) is required at the time of submitting your booking request. This deposit secures your place while we confirm availability with our local partner. The remaining of the total cost will be invoiced separately and is due no later than 35 days before your departure date. For bookings made within 35 days of departure, the full balance invoice will be issued immediately. In this case, your booking will only be confirmed once we have received full payment. If we are unable to confirm your requested departure with our local partner, your full deposit will be refunded.

Cancellation or Changes by the Local Agent

In the unlikely event that the tour needs to be cancelled or postponed due to health, safety or other circumstances beyond our control in China, we will inform customers as soon as possible.
If cancellation occurs before the final payment is due, all payments made will be fully refunded.
If the tour is postponed, customers will be offered the option to join the same tour at a later date. Tour prices may vary depending on the season. Customers will be given a reasonable period of time to decide whether to accept the revised arrangements or request a refund of payments made.
After final payment has been made, cancellation may only occur due to serious and unforeseeable circumstances such as natural disasters, civil unrest or epidemic disease. In such cases, refunds will be subject to the policies of local suppliers, as some services may have already been confirmed and paid.

Cancellation by the Customer

All cancellations must be made in writing by email and will take effect upon receipt.
Cancellation charges are applied as follows:

- More than 35 days before departure: No cancellation fee from us, except for any actual losses that may be caused by air/hotel/cruise cancellation.
- 34–20 days before departure: 35% of the total tour cost
- 19–8 days before departure: 55% of the total tour cost
- Less than 5 days before departure or after departure: 100% of the total tour cost

No refunds will be given for unused services if a customer leaves the tour early.
Refunds due to serious illness or injury are subject to approval by the local travel agent and supporting documentation.
No refund will be made for customers unable to travel due to missing or invalid travel documents, including passports or visas.

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