Why not explore more of China? Add four days in Beijing with guided sightseeing experiences and hand-selected accommodation. Discover the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, historic hutongs and Great Wall of China, before travelling by high-speed train to Shanghai for a night in the city ahead of your cruise adventure through Japan and South Korea.
Inclusions
- 3 nights’ hand selected accommodation in Beijing
- 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner as specified in the itinerary
- Shared airport transfer from Beijing Airport to your hotel
- English-speaking professional guide
- Private sightseeing and touring as outlined in the itinerary
- High-speed train journey from Beijing to Shanghai
- Great Wall cable car tickets
Sightseeing Highlights
- Explore the Summer Palace, a classical imperial garden featuring tranquil lakes, elaborate pavilions and historic royal landscaping
- Visit a Jade Museum and learn about the importance of jade in Chinese culture, with the opportunity to watch craftsmen transform raw stone into intricate designs
- Visit the Great Wall of China
- Enjoy a cable car experience at the Great Wall, with tickets included
- Experience the Great Wall at sunset, with the itinerary timed to enjoy the golden-hued views across the winding ramparts
- Visit Tian’anmen Square, one of Beijing’s most iconic landmarks
- Explore the Forbidden City, the UNESCO-listed former imperial palace complex featuring historic architecture and cultural relics
- Take a rickshaw ride through Beijing’s historic hutongs and experience the traditional character of the city
- Explore Qianmen Street, with its traditional eateries and characteristic boutique stores
- Travel from Beijing to Shanghai by high-speed train, with the journey taking approximately 4.5 hours