Private Classic China Tour: Shanghai, Xian and Beijing 7Days/6Nights

Highlights

• ✓Great Wall at Mutianyu with cable car access and fewer crowds than Badaling
• ✓Terracotta Army in Xi'an—thousands of life-sized warrior statues from China's Qin Dynasty
• ✓Forbidden City private tour through the imperial palace's 980 buildings
• ✓Shanghai's contrasts: the Bund's colonial riverfront, Yu Garden, and modern skyscrapers
• ✓Xi'an's Muslim Quarter for street food and local bazaar culture
• ✓Tiananmen Square and surrounding historic districts

Insider tips

• ★Visit Mutianyu early morning to beat domestic tour groups; the cable car descent offers better photography light than the ascent
• ★In Xi'an's Muslim Quarter, eat at smaller family-run stalls rather than tourist-facing restaurants for authentic flavors and better value
• ★Request your guide schedule Forbidden City entry before 10am to avoid peak crowds and maximize photography opportunities
• ★Bring cash (Chinese yuan) for street vendors and small attractions—not all accept mobile payment apps if you lack a Chinese bank account

Good to know

• •Private guide included throughout; group size and vehicle type (minivan/bus) should be confirmed at booking
• •Domestic flights between cities are included or pre-arranged; arrive at airports 2–3 hours early for security
• •Most major attractions have stairs and uneven terrain; Forbidden City and Great Wall require moderate fitness
• •VPN recommended for accessing Google Maps and international apps; WeChat or Alipay needed for some payments
• •Travel dates and itinerary order (Shanghai→Xi'an→Beijing or reverse) should be confirmed—exact schedule may vary by season

Who it's for

Best time to visit

October–November and April–May offer comfortable temperatures (15–25°C) and clear skies ideal for Great Wall views and outdoor sightseeing. Avoid Chinese New Year (late January–February) and Golden Week (early October) when attractions are crowded and prices surge.