China on a Shoestring

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
  • duration 21 days
  • tour type Small group
  • age requirement 14-95 yrs
  • max group size 17
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-17370
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
  • Starts/Ends Beijing, China/ Shanghai, China
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Great value comprehensive tour from Beijing to Shanghai
  • Included visits to the Great Wall, Terracotta Warriors, Pandas and a Yangtse cruise
  • Village stays in rural China
The China on a Shoestring tour starts in Beijing and ends in Shanghai. The China on a Shoestring is a safari tour that takes 21 days taking you from Beijing to Shanghai and through other destinations in China.

Witness China's highlights as we travel across this vast country with locals on public transport. From ancient sites in Beijing and the Great Wall to the lively and modern streets of Shanghai, experiencing the 'real China' in between. Xian & Chengdu - Meet the famous Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huangdi and see pandas at the famous research centre Yangtse River cruise - Relax for 3 days whilst exploring the stunning river landscapes Villages and Rice Terraces - Take in rural China as we hike amongst the villages of the Dong, Yao and Zhuan people
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Join trip in Beijing
  • Day 2 : Discover the sights of Beijing including the Forbidden City
  • Day 3 : Discover the Temple of Heaven, free afternoon in Beijing
  • Day 4 : Walk the Great Wall; overnight train to Xian
  • Day 5 : Free time to explore Xian's Muslim Quarter
  • Day 6 : Discover the Terracotta Army; optional Tea Ceremony
  • Day 7 : Morning train to Yichang; board the Yangtse riverboat
  • Day 8 : Cruise down the Yangtse River and through Xiling Gorge
  • Day 9 : Continue down the Yangtse River; passing through Wu and Qutang Gorge
  • Day 10 : Visit Fengdu Ghost City and take part in the Captain's farwell dinner
  • Day 11 : Disembark riverboat; bullet train to Chengdu
  • Day 12 : Visit the Panda Research Centre and take the bullet train to Sanjiang before driving to Ma An Zhai Village
  • Day 13 : Drive to Ma An Zhai Village. Evening with local family
  • Day 14 : Meet Yao families in Longji and Dazhai Village
  • Day 15 : Hike from Dazhai to Pingan, passing incredible views
  • Day 16 : Transfer from Pingan to Yangshuo
  • Day 17 : Free day in Yangshuo; optional bike hire and cooking classes
  • Day 18 : Transfer to Guilin; overnight train to Shanghai
  • Day 19 : Free day in Shanghai; stroll along the Shanghai Bund
  • Day 20 : Optional visit to the Pearl TV and Radio Tower
  • Day 21 : Trip ends in Shanghai
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • King Parkview Hotel (3 nights)
  • Overnight Train from Beijing to Xian (1 night)
  • Jie Fang Hotel (2 nights)
  • Yangtse River Boat (4 nights)
  • Chengdu Kuanjing Ruiji Hotel (1 night)
  • Longfeng Guesthouse (2 nights)
  • Dazhai Xin Tian Guesthouse (1 night)
  • Ping An Guesthouse (1 night)
  • New Li Jiang Hotel (2 nights)
  • Overnight Train from Guilin to Shanghai (1 night)
  • Shanghai Yu Hang Hotel (2 nights)
Meals
  • 11 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners
Transport
  • Driver(s)
  • Bus
  • Boat
  • Train
Guide
  • Explore Tour Leader
  • Local Guide(s)
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to Beijing and from Shanghai are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this China on a Shoestring tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this China on a Shoestring tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 30 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 30 May 2024, a deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

China on a Shoestring tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this China on a Shoestring tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • The average size of this tour is just 12 people.
  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be either fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure or have taken a negative test (rapid antigen or PCR)  within 72 hours of departure.
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