7-Nights Beijing + Xian + Shanghai from $4,799

Alexander+Roberts

OFFER ID 1667229

This popular privately-guided China tour showcases three distinctive and fascinating cities with our signature flair... Travel any day you wish, delight in our luxury city-center hotels, and personalize your trip with our flexible private sightseeing that can be paced for your comfort and interests.

7 nights from $4,799 per person

Itinerary

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Itinerary Details

Day 1: Welcome to Beijing

Upon arrival, you'll be warmly greeted and escorted to your hotel.

Day 2: Beijing’s Imperial Highlights

Stand in Tiananmen Square and admire the architectural landmarks that surround one of the world's grandest public plazas. Then follow in the footsteps of Ming Dynasty Emperors on a private tour through the magnificent Forbidden City #WHS#, a sprawling complex of palaces, courtyards and pavilions. In the afternoon, you'll break for lunch before visiting the resplendent Summer Palace, erstwhile seasonal retreat of China's emperors. Set on wooded hills surrounding a tranquil lake, this assemblage of pavilions, palaces and gardens offers a fascinating look into Imperial life long ago. This evening's banquet features Peking Duck. Meals B+L+D

Day 3: The Great Wall #WHS# + Temple of Heaven

With smaller crowds, the more remote Mutianyu section of the Great Wall affords a more authentic experience. Ascend by cable car to walk atop this ancient defensive structure and take in the sweeping views as your expert personal guide shares dramatic tales of China's ancient history.After lunch, explore the Temple of Heaven , a resplendent example of Ming Dynasty design and engineering. Its unique layout also offers fascinating insight into ancient Chinese beliefs about numerology and cosmology. Meals B+L

Day 4: High Speed Train to Xian, China’s First Capital

After breakfast, we'll take you to the train station to board China's high speed train to Xian. On arrival, you'll be escorted to your luxury hotel. On arrival, you'll be met and escorted to your choice of hotel. After checking in, the balance of your afternoon and evening are at leisure to enjoy as you wish. With an enviable location inside the historic city walls, you'll find Xian's finest shops, restaurants and entertainment outside your front door. Meals B

Day 5: The Terra Cotta Army

After breakfast, you'll visit China's greatest archaeological discovery, uncovered by local villagers in 1974. Stand in awe before the thousands of life-sized terra cotta soldiers and horses that were buried 2,000 years ago in perfect infantry formation to guard the tomb of an Emperor. With our expert guide at your side, this unforgettable visit offers a fascinating look into China's ancient history. Back in the city, continue your exploration into Xian's rich history with a privately guided walking tour through Old Town including the ancient City Walls. Meals B+L

Day 6: Fly to Shanghai

We include this morning's airport transfer and your flight to Shanghai. On arrival, you'll be escorted to your choice of hotel. The balance of this day is at leisure to enjoy as you like. With our hotel's prime location overlooking the waterfront Bund and close to bustling Nanjing Road, it's easy to step out for your first taste of Shanghai's cosmopolitan allure. Meals B

Day 7: Explore Shanghai with your Private Car, Driver and Guide

Today's sightseeing begins along the Bund, home to impressive landmarks built more than a century ago by Japanese and European trading companies. Then delight in the beauty of Yu Yuan Garden, originally created by a Ming Dynasty court official as a retreat for his aging parents. After lunch, you'll visit the Shanghai Museum East, highly regarded for its expansive collection encompassing thousands of years of Chinese arts and culture - including ancient bronzes, celadon pottery, precious jade and exquisite antique furniture. Then fast forward to the 21st century as you marvel at the futuristic skyline of the Pudong Financial District, including the 1,614-foot-tall Shanghai World Financial Center and Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Meals B+L

Day 8: Depart Shanghai

We'll take you to the airport today for your homeward flight or onward journey. Meals B

Featured Destinations

Shanghai

Shanghai is a teeming metropolis of 11 million, bustling with energy, towering skyscrapers, art deco buildings, honking traffic, and shopping crowds. Once here, visitors will find Eastern ways abound: Tai Chi along the Bund, the serenity of exquisite ponds and gardens, and an endless flotilla of sampans edging along the Huangpu River. Explore Shanghai old and new: the busy bazaars and alleyways of the Old Town, Yu Garden, Wuxingting Tea House, Long Hua Temple and more.

Excursions

Shanghai: Yu Garden & Old Town Tour (4 hours)

Shanghai: French Concession & The Bund (4 hours)

Shanghai: Jewish Quarter Tour (4 hours)

Shanghai: Museum Tour (4 hours)

Shanghai: Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour (4 hours)

Shanghai: Disposal Tour (4 hours)

Shanghai City Tour (8 hours)

Shanghai: Disposal Tour (8 hours)

Xi'an

Beijing

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges

01/01/2026 - 04/23/2026

from $4,799 per person

05/08/2026 - 09/25/2026

from $4,999 per person

10/08/2026 - 10/24/2026

from $4,999 per person

10/25/2026 - 11/23/2026

from $4,799 per person

11/24/2026 - 12/24/2026

from $4,899 per person

12/25/2026 - 12/31/2026

from $4,999 per person

05/08/2027 - 09/25/2027

from $5,099 per person

10/08/2027 - 10/24/2027

from $5,099 per person

10/25/2027 - 10/31/2027

from $4,999 per person

11/01/2027 - 12/31/2027

from $4,999 per person

* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.

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from $4,799 per person

Length

7 Nights

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Vacation Rating

Luxury

Remarks

Standard Terms & Conditions apply when purchasing this trip. Any featured special trip savings can be combined with the Alexander+Roberts “Pay-in-Full” and “Friends+Family” promotions, but may not be combined with any other offers. All prices are per person and quoted in U.S. dollars. Single supplement applies. Blackout dates/seasonal supplements may apply. Accommodations, inclusions and itinerary subject to change depending upon specific departure date. Negotiated international airfare is available on all major carriers and is quoted separately from the land package price. From pricing is based on lowest marketed price for this tour, rates vary by date of departure; please inquire for details for your preferred travel dates. Prices subject to availability and change without notice. Some restrictions may apply.

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