Beijing to Shanghai Express - 10 days Tour by On The Go Tours

10 daysDuration

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20 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 55 yearsAge range for participants

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Beijing, China

Shanghai, China

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Great Wall of China - Walk along a lesser-visited section of the wall, camp nearby and wake early to watch the sunrise

Beijing - Opt to visit historic Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City and enjoy free time to explore the city independently

Hangzhou - Enjoy the scenery and islands of West Lake with a boat cruise and time to explore on foot

Jiuyao Mountain - Hike to the summit of this peak near Hangzhou and enjoy a romantic sunset over West Lake

Shanghai - Explore the city independently with four days to visit Disneyland, browse the Shanghai Museum or climb one of the city's skyscrapers

Itinerary

Ever wondered what it’s like to watch sunrise from the Great Wall of China? The 'Beijing to Shanghai Express - 10 days' tour invites you to see Eastern China’s must-see wonders in just over a week. Specially curated for experienced travelers and seniors, this trip fuses guided excursions with free time for personal adventures.

Start in Beijing, where you’ll admire the Great Wall at dawn from a tranquil, less-traveled section—an unforgettable highlight. Dive into the city’s rich heritage with guided sightseeing, then enjoy the flexibility to explore the Forbidden City or catch a dazzling acrobatic show at your own pace.

In Hangzhou, cruise the serene West Lake and hike up Jiuyao Mountain for panoramic views. The journey wraps up in Shanghai, blending cosmopolitan energy with centuries-old traditions. Mandarin lessons and optional activities peppered throughout the trip offer cultural depth and engaging experiences.

The unique selling point? A thoughtfully balanced itinerary that maximizes both structured discovery and independent exploration, making this tour package the perfect introduction to China for those who value both comfort and curiosity.

day 1The Great Wall

Beijing - The Great Wall. Meet your Adventure Leader in the late morning, ready to transfer straight to the legendary Great Wall, stopping at a local farm for lunch (at your own expense). Late this afternoon we hike along a totally unrestored section of the Great Wall before setting up camp on a deserted section of the wall to watch the sunset over one of the Wonders of the World. While camping this evening enjoy a Mandarin Lesson with your tour leader.
(Due to cold weather, we will stay at a local guesthouse near the Wall on departures before the end of April and after September and we stop for lunch at lunch at Leo hostel.)
Please note: As we depart Beijing in the morning, please ensure you arrive in Beijing the night before the trip starts. We can arrange pre-tour accommodation for you.

OverNight

Camping on Great Wall

days 2-3Exploring Beijing

day 4Beijing to Hangzhou

day 5West Lake & Jiuyao Mountain hike

day 6Hangzhou to Shanghai

days 7-8Shanghai sightseeing

day 9Shanghai

day 10Shanghai

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7 nights hostel accommodation, 1-night camping and 1-night sleeper train (6-berth sleeper cabin)

Transport

All relevant transfers and transportation using public transport

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West Lake boat tour of one of the islandsHike up to Jiuyao mountain to see the sunsetHike to the 9 creeks meandering through Misty WoodsTrain tickets: Beijing – Hangzhou & Hangzhou - ShanghaiLocal guides for scheduled sightseeing in Beijing, Hangzhou and Shanghai. Unescorted travel between cities.A hike along along unrestored parts of The Great Wall of China

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