8-Day Classic China Golden Triangle Tour

Your English tour guide will greet you at the arrival hall and escort you directly to the hotel. Report and take time to recover from the time difference reaction.

In the morning, you will visit Tiananmen Square, one of the largest public squares in the world.
Continuing northwest, you will arrive at the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the early 15th century during the Ming Dynasty and serving as the imperial palace for over 500 years.
Lunch today will be served at a local restaurant where you can taste Beijing roast duck.
After lunch, leisurely visit the Temple of Heaven, where Chinese emperors once worshipped.
Stroll through the prayer hall, circular mound altar, and imperial sky dome, immersing yourself in the history of this ancient religious building. Take some time to explore the surrounding Temple of Heaven Park, which features beautiful green spaces, scenic trails, and a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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After enjoying a delightful breakfast at the hotel, you will head to the Mutiantianyu Great Wall.
The Mutiantianyu section ranks first among all the Great Wall sections on TripAdvisor, due to its picturesque scenery and beautifully restored buildings. It is about a 1.5-hour drive from downtown Beijing.
To save time, we have arranged a round-trip cable car ride to ascend and descend the Great Wall, instead of spending about 40 minutes climbing the stairs. After a brief introduction by your guide at the Great Wall, you will be free to explore around. The cable car will take you from Tower 14 up and down.
Hike the "most beautiful and interesting part of the Great Wall" - located between Watchtowers 14 and 23, known as the "Golden Route" by hikers.
Lunch today will be served at a local restaurant, and your guide will assist you in choosing dishes based on your preferences.
In a workshop in the alley, you will also learn how to make Peking Opera masks. Additionally, you can ascend the bell tower to get a bird's-eye view of the alley.
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After the hutong tour, your guide will accompany you back to the hotel for rest, and you will enjoy dinner on your own.
After lunch, your guide will take you to the hutongs in Dongcheng District, Beijing, for a walking tour. You will also have the opportunity to learn how to apply makeup.
Hutongs are narrow alleys with a long history, flanked by traditional single-story courtyard houses. They are remnants of old Beijing and are rapidly declining today. Strolling through these narrow paths, you can visit local residents, experience traditional lifestyles, and learn about the preservation of these unique residences and their culture.

In the morning, take the high-speed train from Beijing West Railway Station to Xi'an North Railway Station, and the final booking confirmation will display the train number and departure time.
Arrive at Xi'an North Railway Station around 2:05 pm, where your guide and driver will greet you and escort you to the hotel for check-in.
After a brief rest, your guide will accompany you to take a leisurely stroll at the Big Wild Goose Pagoda Square to gain a deeper understanding of the history of the pagoda.
Subsequently, you will enjoy a unique Xi'an Group Dinner as dinner.
Dumplings are a traditional dish of the Han people in Xi'an, and the "Dumpling Feast" mainly consists of dumplings made from various ingredients. This festival is particularly popular during the Spring Festival, Yuanxiao (Filled round balls made of glutinous rice-flour for Lantern Festival), and other folk celebrations in North China.
After dinner, your guide will take you to the famous Datang All-day Shopping Mall in Xi'an.
Datang All-day Shopping Mall, also known as the Great Tang Dynasty Everbright City, is a 1500-meter-long pedestrian street in Xi'an. This vibrant avenue is decorated with buildings showcasing Tang Dynasty architecture and sculptures, reflecting its rich history.

This is a comprehensive consumer paradise where you can immerse yourself in Tang Dynasty culture while shopping, dining, enjoying entertainment, traveling, and engaging in business activities.
After the journey, your guide will take you back to the hotel to relax.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, you are about to start your day's visit. Your tour guide will pick you up at the hotel, and you will set off to visit and explore the horse figurines.
The Terracotta Warriors of Emperor Qin Shi Huang are located at the northern foot of Lishan in Lintong District, Xi'an, about 37.5 kilometers from the city center. It takes about 1.5 hours to travel from the center of Xi'an city to the ruins.
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Here, you will explore the Terra Cotta Warriors, experience the relics of the Qin Dynasty, and participate in the restoration activities.
Follow professional guides to explore the three caves of the Terra Cotta Warriors.
At the nearby museum, observe the first batch of restoration warriors up close, including the famous "First Warrior", and learn about this visionary curator's initial restoration work.
Then, touch the authentic Qin Dynasty products in the protected laboratory to deepen your connection with history.
Finally, participate in a mini restoration experience guided by a professional restorer and take your work home as a unique souvenir.
Mini repair experience guided by professional restorers
After visiting the Terra Cotta Warriors, the guide will arrange lunch for you in the nearby restaurant. After lunch, you will return to the center of Xixi An city and visit the ancient Xixi An city wall.
The Xixi An City Wall is one of the oldest and most complete defense systems in China, consisting of a city wall, city gates, and watchtowers.
The circumference of the wall is 13.74 kilometers, and you will participate in a two-hour cycling trip. The path is paved with blue bricks and has a bumpy surface, suitable for complete or partial circular roads.
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After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, the tour guide and driver will escort you to Xi'an Xianyang Airport, and then you will board the plane to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. After arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, your Shanghai tour guide will greet you and accompany you to the hotel to assist with check-in procedures. Since there are no fixed travel itineraries today, you can freely arrange your own activities and meals.
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Your local guide will take you to climb the highest building in Shanghai, theShanghai Tower, overlooking the magnificent scenery of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower TV Tower, and enjoy the magnificent panoramic view of the city.
In the bustling crowd, board a public ferry crossing the Huangpu River, slowly drifting from the modernity of Pudong to the historical depths of old Shanghai, weaving the latest chapter of this story.
Start your historical journey from the Bund, where foreigners landed centuries ago. Each building tells the story of its golden age, and you will find the traces of time engraved in their structure, reflecting the ebb and flow of history. Strolling through alleys and observing local life, residents cope with the housing pressure of the city by living in cramped spaces.

Relax for a moment in the restaurant and taste Shanghai's exquisite cuisine. You will also have the opportunity to experience China's most popular way of ordering takeout food.
Enjoy lunch at a restaurant near the Bund. Here, you can taste a variety of delicious food.
After lunch, continue visiting the Jade Garden in the afternoon..
The Jade Garden, with a history of over 400 years, boasts a wealth of attractions - from dragon walls and ancient trees, to peaceful paths and a historical hall displaying precious antiques.
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After today's tour, the tour guide will escort you back to the hotel to rest.