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4.8

155 reviews

Classic China

10-Day China Tour to Beijing, X'ian and Shanghai

Save up to $376

Classic China Guided Tour
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When do you want to travel?

Travel & Accommodation

10 days, 1 country and 3 cities

9 nights accommodation

Meals

9 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Activity Level

Balanced

Itinerary

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From Beijing to Shanghai: Discover China’s icons

Follow in the footsteps of the ancients – up the ornate steps of the Forbidden City, along the ramparts of the Great Wall, snaking its way across the rolling countryside, and through the winding ancient alleys of Beijing’s hutongs to learn about Chinese traditions over a home-cooked lunch.

From 2027, this tour will become a Small Group tour, with an average of 16 guests. Enjoy a smaller group setting while discovering the places, people and stories that make each destination special.

Select Your Tour Duration and Year

Choose to Travel for 10-Days in 2026 or 9-Days in 2027

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10-Day Tour

10-Day Tour

In 2026 travel from Beijing to Shanghai on a 10-Day tour

Last Minute Deal

Save up to $376

From

$4,374

Was

$4,750

9-Day Tour

9-Day Tour

From 2027 travel from Beijing to Shanghai on a 9-day tour

Early Booking Offer

Save up to $404

From

$5,010

Was

$5,414

10-Day Tour

10-Day Tour

In 2026 travel from Beijing to Shanghai on a 10-Day tour

Last Minute Deal

Save up to $376

From

$4,374

Was

$4,750

9-Day Tour

9-Day Tour

From 2027 travel from Beijing to Shanghai on a 9-day tour

Early Booking Offer

Save up to $404

From

$5,010

Was

$5,414

Trip map

Classic China Guided Tour Map

Day By Day Itinerary

10-day itinerary from Beijing to Shanghai visiting 1 Country and 3 Cities.

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About this trip

Sightseeing highlights

Explore Beijing, Xi'an and Shanghai

Visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall of China at Juyongguan, the Sacred Way in Beijing, Hutong residences, the Great Mosque, the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an, the Bund waterfront and the Jin Mao Tower in Shanghai

See Local people practicing Tai Chi in the morning and the Shanghai Acrobats

What's included?

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

All porterage and restaurant gratuities

All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

Must-see sightseeing

Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

Optional Experiences and free time

On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

Flights from Beijing to Xi'an and Xi'an to Shanghai

Frequently asked questions

Live, unedited & independent traveller reviews

Classic China trip reviews

Classic China trip reviews

Overall Trip Rating

4.8/

5

155 reviews

independently verified reviews

98% of reviewers would recommend to a friend.

Deanna Niedenthal Duret

5/5

Reviewed on 10/28/2025 12:41:48

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 10/23/2025 08:25:15

Nice program, decent hotels and good travel director Very nice and organized tour. The travel

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Mark Marrero

5/5

Reviewed on 09/29/2025 13:32:29

My wife and I loved the itinerary. However, we do suggest adding an additional day to Xi’an.

Michael Chuisano

5/5

Reviewed on 09/03/2025 10:15:35

This has been my 6th tour with trafalgar and my 24th country and I must say this was the cleanest

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"August in China"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 08/27/2025 11:38:00

The hotels were fabulous. Location was perfection *personal information removed by feefo*was a

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"Booking next trip with Trafalgar"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 08/27/2025 10:09:04

*personal information removed by feefo* is the best travel director. Great itinerary

"Wonderful trip"

Amen Hassan

5/5

Reviewed on 06/11/2025 11:09:03

Hubert made a great effort to accomodate our special requirements together with everyone

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"Amazing China"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 06/05/2025 06:00:25

There were only 12 people traveling, so it was good for us. Trafalgar made a huge effort to give us

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"A dream tour realized."

Carl Haywood

5/5

Reviewed on 06/03/2025 13:18:27

Superb service. Superb, but taxing physically. Very long days. Still a fabulous tour. Thoroughly

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Aleksandra Hrycyszyn

4.5/5

Reviewed on 06/03/2025 10:36:54

I enjoyed the trip, however the hotel in Beijing, Novotel Beijing Peace rooms needed to be updated

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You'll make a positive impact to people, planet and wildlife on this tour

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It feels good to do good. These sustainable travel experiences help you meet inspiring people, support local communities, and make amazing memories that last a lifetime.​

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Our sustainable experiences help advance 11 of the United Nations SDGs and make the world that little bit better.

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