Beijing-Xi'an-Shanghai
From Beijing's imperial grandeur to Xi'an's ancient Terracotta Warriors and Shanghai's modern skyline:
one journey through China's past and present.
10 Days/ 9 Night
2 to 10 travelers
Pickup Location: Beijing
Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel
Meals: 3 meals /per day
Drop-off Location: Shanghai
From ￡2,750 Per Person
• Walk the Great Wall at Mutianyu, one of its best-preserved sections
• Stand face-to-face with the legendary Terracotta Warriors
• Explore the Forbidden City, home to China’s emperors for 500 years
• Cruise the Bund at night and admire Shanghai’s futuristic skyline
• Stroll Xi’an’s ancient City Wall, the best-preserved in China
Day 01
Arrive in Beijing & Dinner
Arrive at Beijing airport, meet your diver & private guide , transfer to hotel for check-in. Evening: Peking Duck dinner.
Day 02
The Forbidden City & Imperial Court Performance Dinner
Explore the magnificent Forbidden City. Afterwards, ascend Jingshan Hill for a panoramic view overlooking the entire palace complex. Then, head to Qianmen for some leisure time to wander and shop at your own pace. In the evening, enjoy a sumptuous Imperial Court dinner accompanied by traditional Chinese court performances
Day 03
Mutianyu Great Wall & Summer Palace
Hike or cable‑car up the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Afternoon: explore the imperial Summer Palace with its lake, bridges, and pavilions. Return to downtown in the evening
Day 04
Temple of Heaven, TCM Moxibustion session, and Afternoon Tea at Junwang Mansion
Visit the Temple of Heaven complex. Afternoon: experience a traditional Chinese moxibustion therapy, then relax with an elegant afternoon tea at the historic Junwang Mansion
Day 05
High‑speed train to Xi’an, hotel check‑in, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda & Night Market Snack Stree
Take the bullet train from Beijing to Xi’an (approx. 4–5 hours). Afternoon: check in to your hotel, then visit the iconic Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. Evening: explore the bustling night market snack street for local street food and shopping
Day 06
Terracotta Warriors, City Wall cycling, and Tang Dynasty Ever‑Bright City
Visit the legendary Terracotta Warriors and Horses. Afternoon: bike along the ancient Xi’an City Wall, the best‑preserved city fortification in China. Evening: immerse yourself in the dazzling lights of the Tang Dynasty Ever‑Bright City, a vibrant pedestrian zone with cultural performances and street entertainment
Day 07
High‑speed train to Shanghai & Private Yacht Cruise on the Bund
Board the bullet train from Xi’an to Shanghai (approx. 6–7 hours). Afternoon: arrive, transfer to hotel, and check in. Evening: enjoy a VIP experience aboard a private yacht, gliding along the Huangpu River with spectacular nighttime views of the Bund and Pudong skyline
Day 08
Yu Garden, City God Temple, Jing’an Temple & Nanjing Road
Explore the classical Yu Garden and the adjacent City God Temple bazaar. Afternoon: visit the historic Jing’an Temple, a Buddhist sanctuary in the heart of the city. Evening: stroll along Nanjing Road, Shanghai’s premier shopping street, with its dazzling neon lights and endless retail options.
Day 09
Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town & Lujiazui Financial District
Drive to Zhujiajiao, a picturesque canal town with historic bridges, narrow alleys, and traditional residences. Enjoy a leisurely boat ride along the waterways. Afternoon: return to the city and visit Lujiazui, Shanghai’s modern financial hub. Ascend one of the iconic skyscrapers – such as the Shanghai Tower or Oriental Pearl Tower – for breathtaking panoramic views. Evening: soak in the neon-lit skyline from the riverside or enjoy dinner with a view
Day 10
Breakfast & Airport Transfer
Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel, then check out and transfer to Shanghai airport for your departure flight
What's included
A private English-speaking guide for the whole trip — not just at the big sights. Private driver and vehicle: airport pick-ups, drop-offs and high-speed train journeys in first class, as shown in your itinerary. Hand-picked hotels, 4★ minimum, in the centre of each city (double occupancy). All admission tickets and listed activities -including a private TCM moxibustion treatement with a licensed practitioner. Meals noted in the itinerary, with drinking water at every table. A VPN and eSIM setup guide so Google, WhatsApp and Instagram just work. 24/7 in-trip support on WhatsApp, from us, in London. Full financial protection (as agent for ATOL No. 10106; ABTA bonded No. Y6874)
What's not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees — though for most UK and EU travellers China is now 30-day visa-free; we confirm your exact status before you book
- Tips for guides and drivers (discretionary, and appreciated)
- Anything you add on the spot — which we'll happily arrange and quote in minutes
How do I secure my spot on this tour?
Click the ENQUIRE NOW button and fill in the enquiry form, or email us at info@jade-compass.com. Tell us your dates, how many of you are travelling, and anything on your wish list — we'll come back within 24 hours with a real itinerary and a real price. There's no charge for this; it's how we work. Every Jade Compass tour is private, for your group alone. Once you're happy with the plan, a deposit secures your dates — the amount is shown clearly in your quote and goes towards your final balance. We don't ask for anything before you've seen the full plan and the price.
Is this trip guaranteed to run?
Yes — because it's private. Your tour runs from just two people: you and your travelling companion. There's no minimum group size, no "needs six more to confirm", no chance of cancellation for lack of numbers. Your dates and your itinerary are confirmed when you confirm your booking — and they stay confirmed.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellation & changes — the honest version
Plans change. Flights move, school holidays shift, family plans wobble. So here's our cancellation policy, written the way we'd want to read it — no small print, no "see our booking conditions".
Every booking starts with a 72-hour cooling-off period: cancel within 72 hours of confirming and it's a full refund, no questions — however close to departure you booked.
After that, the ladder applies from your booking date, not from the day you call to cancel:
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Booked more than 60 days before departure: full refund up to 60 days before; 50% refund up to 30 days before; 25% after that
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Booked 30–60 days before departure: 50% refund up to 30 days before; 25% after that
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Booked within 30 days of departure: 25% from the end of your cooling-off period
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Or change your dates instead — once, free of charge. We'll rebook your trip and only adjust for any real difference in cost.
One honest note: if you cancel very soon after booking, we'll only keep what we've genuinely committed on your behalf — usually far less than the ladder maximum.