The 9-Day (Beijing, Hangzhou, Shanghai) Private China Escape: Imperial Grandeur & Adrenaline Adventures

The 9-Day (Beijing, Hangzhou, Shanghai) Private China Escape: Imperial Grandeur & Adrenaline Adventures
  • Tour Code: CT-BHS-09
  • Travel Route: Beijing - Hangzhou - Shanghai
  • Duration of the trip: 9 Days
  • Hotel: 8 nights (4+ stars Hotels)
From: USD $1498   pp
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With years of experience in group travel across China, we provide professional tour guides, comfortable coaches, and well-paced itineraries for a smooth and enjoyable journey.
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Our tours cover China's most iconic sights and cultural highlights. All packages are clearly priced with no hidden costs, offering a high-quality experience at a competitive rate.
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We guarantee a truly immersive journey with no shopping stop. Spend more time exploring scenic spots, enjoying authentic food, and discovering local culture
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Whether you're traveling solo, with friends, or as a family, you can easily join us. Enjoy better value than private tours with small groups of 6-12 people and year-round departures.

Itinerary

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Day 1:Beijing
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Arrival in Beijing, Airport Pickup and Hotel Check-in

Hotel: 4+ star hotels

Meals: None

 

Upon arrival at Beijing International Airport, your tour guide will meet you and transfer you to your hotel to rest and adjust to the time difference, allowing you to recharge for the rest of your trip.

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TransitCities:

Beijing - Hangzhou - Shanghai
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TransitDays:

9 Days
Day 2: Beijing
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Great Wall Day Trip (Including Cable Car + Toboggan Experience)

Hotel: 4+ stars Hotels

Meals:Breakfast 

 

After breakfast, head to the Great Wall (e.g., Mutianyu section). Take the cable car up and experience the thrill of tobogganing down, enjoying the fusion of ancient and modern. After the tour, dinner is optional – Peking duck (the tour guide can assist with restaurant recommendations).

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TransitCities:

Beijing - Hangzhou - Shanghai
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TransitDays:

9 Days
Day 3:Beijing
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Universal Studios Beijing Day Trip

Hotel:4+ stars Hotels

Meals: Breakfast 

 

The driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Universal Studios Beijing. Enjoy a free day exploring the various themed areas (admission fees not included, at your own expense). In the evening, the driver will take you back to your hotel for rest.

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TransitCities:

Beijing - Hangzhou - Shanghai
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TransitDays:

9 Days
Day 4: Beijing
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Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Hutong Experience

Hotel:4+ stars Hotels

Meals:Breakfast 

 

In the morning, visit Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City to experience the grandeur of the imperial court. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Heaven Park, followed by a stroll through the old Beijing hutongs to experience authentic Beijing residential life.

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TransitCities:

Beijing - Hangzhou - Shanghai
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TransitDays:

9 Days
Day 5: Beijing-Hangzhou
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High-Speed ​​Rail to Hangzhou, West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Feilai Peak

Hotel:4+ stars Hotel

Meals:Breakfast 

 

In the morning, take China's fastest high-speed train (reference train number: 08:56–13:24, approximately 4.5 hours) to Hangzhou. Upon arrival, you will be picked up by your driver. In the afternoon, visit West Lake, enjoying the autumn scenery on a traditional wooden boat, followed by a visit to Lingyin Temple and the Feilai Peak stone carvings.

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TransitCities:

Beijing - Hangzhou - Shanghai
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TransitDays:

9 Days
Day 6: Hangzhou-Shanghai
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Tonglu OMG Heartbeat Park, High-Speed ​​Rail to Shanghai

Hotel:4+ stars Hotels

Meals:Breakfast

 

Drive approximately 1.5 hours to Tonglu OMG Heartbeat Park to experience attractions such as the glass bridge, cliff walkway, and cave exploration. After the park, the driver will take you to the high-speed rail station for your train journey to Shanghai (approximately 1.5 hours). Upon arrival, the driver will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel.

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TransitCities:

Beijing - Hangzhou - Shanghai
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TransitDays:

9 Days
Day 7: Shanghai
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 Shanghai City Tour – Zhujiajiao, Yu Garden, French Concession, The Bund

Hotel:4+ stars Hotels

Meals:Breakfast

 

Travel to Zhujiajiao, an ancient water town just outside Shanghai. Glide along canals in a black-awning boat, crossing centuries-old stone bridges. Return to the city to explore Yu Garden, a serene Ming-era oasis tucked amid bustling bazaars. Then wander through Sinan Road and the former French Concession, where plane trees shade elegant villas and cozy cafés. As night falls, head to the Bund to see the colonial-era buildings glow against the futuristic skyline of Pudong.

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TransitCities:

Beijing - Hangzhou - Shanghai
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TransitDays:

9 Days
Day 8: Shanghai
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 Free Time (Optional: Disneyland/Shanghai Tower)

Hotel:4+ stars Hotels

Meals:Breakfast 

 

Free day at your own pace. You can choose to visit Shanghai Disneyland (ticket not included, at your own expense) for family fun, or ascend the Shanghai Tower for panoramic city views. Your tour guide can assist in recommending other activities such as tea ceremony experiences and shopping.

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TransitCities:

Beijing - Hangzhou - Shanghai
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TransitDays:

9 Days
Day 9: Shanghai Departure
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Airport Transfer, End of Trip

Hotel: None

Meals:Breakfast

 

After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, the driver will take you to the airport in advance to assist with check-in, concluding your pleasant trip to China.

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TransitCities:

Beijing - Hangzhou - Shanghai
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TransitDays:

9 Days

Included & Excluded

From USD1498 per person
  • The price is based on two people sharing a double room. If you prefer a single room, please contact us for a quote.
  • Price may vary depending on exchange rates, travel dates, and hotel class.
  • Attention: Prices may vary depending on the season and promotional activities. Please consult your advisor for details.
Price Includes:
  • Comfortable hotel with daily breakfast (twin room)
  • Professional English-speaking local tour guide
  • Air-conditioned private coach throughout the tour
  • Entrance tickets to all listed attractions and activities
  • Lunches as specified in the itinerary
  • Domestic flights and high-speed train tickets
  • One travel accident insurance per person
Price Excludes:
  • International flights to and from China
  • Airport transfer to hotel on arrival day (Day 1)
  • Optional or recommended activities
  • Chinese visa application fees
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses (e.g. shopping, laundry, hotel minibar)

Cancellation Policy

We understand that travel plans may change. Please review our cancellation policy below:
  • Free cancellation if canceled 60 days or more before the tour starts
  • 5% of total tour cost if canceled 45-59 days before departure
  • 10% of total tour cost if canceled 30-44 days before departure
  • 25% of total tour cost if canceled 15-29 days before departure
  • 45% of total tour cost if canceled 7-14 days before departure
  • 100% of total tour cost if canceled less than 7 days before departure

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What Our Clients Say?

Based on 10,000+ traveler reviews

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Daniel Dorothea
Canada
Reviewed on April 29,2025
Shopping on Nanjing Road in Shanghai was just amazing! It's truly the "First Commercial Street of China", where tradition and modernity blend perfectly. You can find awesome souvenirs and experience the trendy vibes in cool stores. The neon lights at night are just spectacular, shining bright like Times Square in New York. The food here is incredible too. I had a feast for my taste buds. Shanghai, I'll definitely be back!
Destination(s): Shanghai
Date of Experience: May 08,2024
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Elvis Eva
Canada
Reviewed on June 20,2025
As a solo traveler from Canada, I was nervous about navigating China alone—but this 11-day tour was PERFECT! From hiking the Great Wall at sunrise (Day 3) to gasping at the Terracotta Army (Day 5), every day delivered ‘pinch-me’ moments. The real showstopper? Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountains (Day 7)! Our guide made the stone pillars come alive with stories. Massive thanks for handling all logistics—bullet train tickets, entry passes, car! And the 4-star hotels surprised me.
Destination(s): Beijing Xian Zhangjiajie Shanghai
Date of Experience: June 02,2025
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Simon
America
Reviewed on May 29,2025
Our 2-day Zhangjiajie tour was beyond spectacular! As someone who’s visited Beijing and Shanghai for work, this trip revealed China’s wild, magical heart. Day 1 in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park felt like stepping onto Pandora—I’m a huge Avatar fan, and Yuanjiajie’s floating peaks left me breathless. The misty pillars and lush valleys like pure movie magic! Then came Fenghuang Ancient Town, we eat dinner beside the thundering waterfall. It seems Unreal! The night views of stilt houses glowing over the river were straight from a fairy tale. For fellow Avatar lovers and adventure seekers: Don’t miss this bucket-list experience! 10/10 would return. A Well-Traveled Film Buff, May 2025
Destination(s): Zhangjiajie
Date of Experience: May 08,2025
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