Beijing & Shanghai

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Beijing and Shanghai are two ‘must-see’ Chinese cities! Historic Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Great Wall of China, and the contrast of the historic Bund and modern Shanghai are all features that make this journey so special. Combine all of these highlights and more with first-class hospitality and deluxe hotels, and you’ll have yourself a journey...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • Tiananmen Square (Beijing)
    • Great Wall (Beijing)
    • Temple of Heaven (Beijing)
    • The Bund (Shanghai)
    • Suzhou Excursion (Shanghai)
    • Yuyuan Garden (Shanghai)

What's this trip about?

    Beijing and Shanghai are two ‘must-see’ Chinese cities! Historic Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Great Wall of China, and the contrast of the historic Bund and modern Shanghai are all features that make this journey so special. Combine all of these highlights and more with first-class hospitality and deluxe hotels, and you’ll have yourself a journey of a lifetime

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityBeijing
End CityShanghai

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Birding
  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Religious

Destinations

  • Asia
  • China

Attractions

  • Beijing
  • Shanghai

Activities

  • Bird watching
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • River cruise

Trip includes

    • Round-trip airfare from San Francisco via Air China. New York – JFK departures add $100.
    • Airfare taxes, fees & fuel surcharges
    • Intra-China flights and all transfers
    • Accommodations at superior first class hotels
    • Full buffet American breakfast daily (B)
    • Services of English-speaking tour hosts

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Itinerary

Day 1: Depart USA.

Your fascinating sojourn to China begins as you depart San Francisco or New York today.

Day 2: Arrive Beijing.

Accommodation: Penta Hotel

Evening arrival in Beijing, China’s historic and cultural capital. You’ll be met by your guide and escorted to your upscale hotel located in a vibrant area in central Beijing, within short driving distance of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. The hotel offers tastefully decorated rooms, several restaurants and a fitness center.

Day 3-6: Beijing.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Penta Hotel

Meet your fellow travelers at a special “orientation breakfast” hosted by your local guide. You’ll have several days to explore on your own. Your hotel is conveniently located within short distance of many majo...

Day 7: Beijing/Shanghai.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Shanghai

Today, board a short flight to Shanghai, China’s largest city, bustling commercial center and port. In recent years, Shanghai has gone through a major revitalization and is now considered one of Asia’s...

Day 8-9: Shanghai.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Shanghai

Two full days to savor Shanghai’s exotic temples and colorful markets as well the modern additions to the cityscape. Your local guide will offer an optional full day city tour to explore the new and th...

Day 10: Shanghai/USA.

Meals: Breakfast

Today you’ll be escorted to the airport and bid farewell to China as you board your return flight. Your exciting journey comes to an end as you arrive the USA later today.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,049
Price per day$105
Single supplement (single occupancy)$299
Last Updated: 10/6/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Baggage and personal insurance
    • Passport and visa fees
    • Gratuities and optional tours
    • Expenses of personal nature
    • Any items not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
    • Beverages
    • Meals other than specified in the trip itinerary
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Cancellation policy

Full Payment due 75 days before departure. Failure to make final payment on time may result in automatic cancellation of reservation and loss of deposit.

Changes to the original reservation will result in a $150 change fee per person per change. No changes allowed within 75 days of departure.

Cancellation charges per person are:

Up to 75 days before departure: $300

74-45 days before departure: $600

44-30 days before departure: $1000

29-10 days before departure: $1500

9 days or less before departure: No refund.

All cancellations must be received in writing.

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Meals Included

Full Payment due 75 days before departure. Failure to make final payment on time may result in automatic cancellation of reservation and loss of deposit.

Changes to the original reservation will result in a $150 change fee per person per change. No changes allowed within 75 days of departure.

Cancellation charges per person are:

Up to 75 days before departure: $300

74-45 days before departure: $600

44-30 days before departure: $1000

29-10 days before departure: $1500

9 days or less before departure: No refund.

All cancellations must be received in writing.

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Optional Activities
  • Full Day Forbidden City/Summer Palace Tour with Lunch ($65 per person)
  • Full Day Great Wall and Ming Tombs Tour with Lunch ($65 per person)
  • Full Day Hutong (Old Beijing) & Temple of Heaven Tour with Lunch ($65 per person)
  • Half Day Beijing Zoo and Lama Temple Tour ($40 per person)
  • Evening Kung Fu Performance and Peking Duck Dinner Banquet ($50 per person)
  • Full Day Xian Excursion with Lunch ($399, airfare included)
  • Full Day Shanghai City Tour with Lunch ($50 per person)
  • Shanghai by Night River Cruise ($35 per person)
  • Full Day Suzhou Excursion with Lunch ($65 per person)
  • Shanghai Acrobats Performance and Dinner ($40 per person)
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