8-Day Golden Triangle Private Tour: Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai
Start From
$898
Selling Points
- Three cities in one trip: imperial Beijing, ancient Xi'an and modern Shanghai—history, culture, food and city life.
- Comfortable stays: 3 nights Beijing (e.g. Pud Hotel twin room or similar, B&B), 1 night Xi'an (e.g. Vienna International near Bell Tower & Muslim Quarter), 2 nights Shanghai (e.g. Jing'an Diersi or similar).
- Zero shopping and no forced spending; focus on sightseeing with enough time at each site.
- Key sights included: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Terracotta Army, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Shanghai Museum, the Bund, plus activities.
- Seamless transport: high-speed rail between cities, private local vehicle, 24-hour airport/station transfers.
- Experiences: roast duck welcome lunch, Shichahai rickshaw hutong tour + courtyard visit, DIY terracotta warrior, city wall cycling, Huangpu River cruise, Shanghai & Cantonese farewell lunch.
Itinerary
- ●Transfer: Arrive in Beijing on your own; 24-hour private airport/station pickup (Capital, Daxing, Beijing Railway Station, Beijing West, Beijing South, etc.). Driver takes you to the hotel.
- ●Accommodation: Check in at Pud Hotel twin room (B&B) or similar. Well located for the following days.
- ●Free time: After check-in you may explore on your own (e.g. Nanluoguxiang, Wangfujing). Dinner on your own.
- ●Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner on your own.
Booking Notes
Prices vary by group size, date and availability; final price as per consultant.
1. Pricing: Base price is per person, twin share, for the lowest available date; final price depends on date, group size, room type, train/flight and add-ons.
2. Check-in: Usually 14:00, check-out 12:00; deposit may apply; same standard if hotel changed.
3. ID: Foreign guests need passport copy for train/flight; carry valid ID; no travel if document invalid.
4. Itinerary: Order may change (weather, capacity, traffic); no reduction in sights or time.
5. Transport: Train/flight tickets non-refundable once issued; missed train/flight at guest's cost.
6. Experiences: Shichahai rickshaw, courtyard, DIY terracotta, cycling—no refund if waived or unavailable.
7. Leaving group: No unsupervised departure; refund only for unused services; no liability after leaving.
8. Sights: Forbidden City etc. require advance booking; if failed, alternative or refund. Terracotta has optional shops. Huangpu cruise may be replaced in bad weather.
9. Transfers: Provide flight/train details at least 2 days ahead; no transfer if not provided.
10. Feedback: Please complete local feedback form; complaints may not be accepted if not completed.
11. Seniors: 70+ need health commitment letter and companion (except where we cannot accommodate); we cannot accept 81+; check fitness and age limits with us.
12. Minors: Under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian; we cannot accept unaccompanied minors.
13. Health: No travel with serious illness (infectious, cardiovascular, respiratory, mental, severe anemia, post major surgery), pregnancy or limited mobility.
14. Other: Keep valuables safe; optional souvenir shops in parks are not arranged by us.
Refund Policy
8+ days before start: 100% refund
7–4 days before: 80% refund
3–1 days before: 60% refund
On start date: no refund
Train refund rules as per 12306 (tickets released 14 days ahead).
FAQ
Are all meals included in the tour?
Not all meals are included. The price covers 7 hotel breakfasts for adults and 3 specialty meals (Beijing Roast Duck welcome lunch, Xi'an snacks lunch, and Shanghai & Cantonese farewell lunch). Other meals during the trip are at your own expense, and missed meals due to personal reasons are non-refundable.
Is there an extra charge if I use the guide and driver for more than 8 hours a day?
Yes. The daily working hours for the guide and driver are 8 hours. Any overtime will incur a surcharge of 100 RMB per hour, which must be paid directly to the driver on-site.
What is the cancellation and refund policy if I need to cancel my booking?
Please refer to the Refund Policy section on this page for cancellation and refund details.
Does the tour include airport or train station transfers?
Yes, 24-hour airport and train station transfer services are included. However, you must provide your round-trip flight or train details to customer service at least 2 days in advance. If no information is provided, it is assumed you will head to the hotel on your own, and the transfer service will be skipped.