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China Ancient Wonders

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Overview

Journey through China's most iconic landmarks in 8 extraordinary days. Stand atop the Great Wall of China, explore the Forbidden City's imperial grandeur, witness the silent army of Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an, and marvel at Shanghai's futuristic skyline on The Bund. This tour connects the dots between China's ancient past and its cutting-edge present, offering a comprehensive introduction to the Middle Kingdom.

Highlights

Great Wall of China – Mutianyu section with cable car
Forbidden City – the world's largest palace complex
Terracotta Warriors – 8,000 life-sized clay soldiers in Xi'an
The Bund – Shanghai's iconic waterfront promenade
Temple of Heaven – Beijing's imperial altar
Xi'an Ancient City Wall – cycle atop 600-year-old fortifications
Tiananmen Square – world's largest public square
High-speed bullet train Beijing to Xi'an
Shanghai's Yu Garden and Nanjing Road shopping

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1

Activities

02:00 PM

Airport Arrival & Transfer

Arrive at Beijing Capital Airport, meet English-speaking guide, transfer to hotel

04:00 PM

Hotel Check-in

Check into Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao, freshen up and rest

06:00 PM

Wangfujing Night Market

Walk through the famous Wangfujing Snack Street — try jianbing (Chinese crepes), candied haws, and dumplings

08:00 PM

Welcome Dinner (Optional)

Optional Peking duck dinner at a renowned restaurant (own expense — highly recommended)

Meals Included

Accommodation

Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao or similar

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Day 6

Day 7

Day 8

Where You'll Stay

3 nights

Novotel Beijing Xin Qiao or similar

Beijing

2 nights

Grand Mercure Xi'an on Renmin Square or similar

Xi'an

2 nights

Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong or similar

Shanghai

What's Included & Excluded

Included

7 nights hotel accommodation (3N Beijing + 2N Xi'an + 2N Shanghai)
Daily breakfast at hotels
Airport transfers in Beijing and Shanghai
High-speed train Beijing to Xi'an (2nd class)
Domestic flight Xi'an to Shanghai
Private coach for all sightseeing
English-speaking tour guide in each city
Great Wall Mutianyu cable car (round trip)
Entrance fees to all attractions in itinerary
All applicable taxes and service charges

Not Included

International airfare (India to Beijing, Shanghai to India)
China visa fee
Lunch and dinner
Travel insurance
Personal expenses and shopping
Tips and gratuities
Optional activities not in itinerary
Baggage porterage

Important Information

Note 1

Valid passport with minimum 6 months validity and 2 blank pages required

Note 2

China tourist visa (L visa) required for Indian citizens — apply at least 2 weeks before travel

Note 3

WhatsApp, Google, Facebook are blocked in China — download a VPN before departure

Note 4

Carry Chinese Yuan cash — foreign cards are not widely accepted at small shops

Note 5

Travel insurance is mandatory for this tour

Note 6

Domestic flight Xi'an to Shanghai is included in the package

Note 7

Tipping is not customary in China but appreciated for guides and drivers

Meeting Point

Emergency Contact

+91-9876543210

Prepare for Your Trip

Clothing

ESSENTIAL

Comfortable walking shoes
Layers for variable weather
Rain jacket
Hat and sunglasses
Smart casual for restaurants

Essentials

ESSENTIAL

VPN app (download before arrival)
Universal power adapter (Type I for China)
Sunscreen
Personal medicines
Hand sanitizer

Documents

ESSENTIAL

Passport with China visa
Printed hotel confirmations
Travel insurance documents
Passport photos (spare)
Copy of itinerary

Travel Requirements

Visa Requirements

Required

Yes, Indian passport holders need a China tourist visa (L visa). Apply at the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre. Processing takes 4-5 working days. We provide the required invitation letter and itinerary.