What's included in the price?

Hotels, domestic transport, guided experiences, most meals, entrance fees, and your Travel Designer support. International flights are optional.

Can I customize this itinerary?

Absolutely. Every detail — dates, pace, hotels, experiences — can be customized to your preferences.

How many people are in a group?

Max 12 travelers for our small group. Custom private trips can be as small as 2 people.

Do I need a visa for China?

Most Western passport holders need a tourist visa. We provide visa invitation letters for All-Inclusive bookings.

Is China safe for Western travelers?

Extremely safe. Violent crime against tourists is virtually nonexistent. Our concierge provides 24/7 support.

What about the language barrier?

All guides speak English. Your itinerary includes translation cards and On-Trip Concierge provides real-time translation.

How far in advance should I book?

3–6 months ahead for peak seasons (April–May, September–October).

What if I need to cancel?

Free cancellation up to 30 days before departure. Rescheduling is flexible.

8-Day China Golden Triangle Private Tour: Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai

Warum Sie diese Reise lieben werden

See China’s classic first-time highlights in 8 days.
Balance imperial Beijing with ancient Xi’an.
End with Shanghai’s gardens, river, and skyline.

Tauchen Sie ein in das lokale Leben und berühren Sie die Vergangenheit in Pekings alten Hutongs.
Eine private Krieger-Werkstatt in der Altstadt von Xi'an.
Stehen Sie vor der Terrakotta-Armee und erkunden Sie die aktiven Ausgrabungsstätten.
Shanghais Kontrast: futuristische Skyline trifft auf historisches koloniales Erbe.
Pekings zeitloser kaiserlicher Kern, vom Tiananmen-Platz bis zu den großen Palästen.

Beijing · 4 Days

Peking

Beijing · 4 Days

Peking

Xi'an · 2 Days

Xi'an

Shanghai · 2 Days

Shanghai

01.Imperial —Beijing

Palaces, Hutongs and the Great Wall

Beijing

4Tage · Peking

Beijing gives this China Golden Triangle route its imperial scale. The Great Wall and Hutong life quickly move the journey beyond palace halls, adding both landscape and street-level texture.

Imperial Frame
Forbidden City, Tiananmen, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, and the Great Wall form the classic opening.Wall Choice
Mutianyu Great Wall balances scenery, comfort, and crowd control.Private Pacing
Hutongs, gardens, or temple depth can shift around interests.

High-speed rail transfer

Xi'an

02.Terracotta Warriors and Ancient Walls — Xi’an

Qin, Tang and Muslim Quarter

Xi'an

2Tage · Xi'an

Xi’an gives the route its deeper ancient-history layer. It reaches back to the Qin and Tang periods, while the old city and Muslim Quarter add a more lived-in side to the journey.

Ancient Capital
Terracotta Warriors, the city wall, and Big Wild Goose Pagoda carry Xi'an's historical weight.Food Layer
Muslim Quarter adds local flavor after the excavation pits.Flexible Depth
Wall biking, museum time, or a craft stop can be tuned privately.

Airport transfer

Shanghai

03.Past and Future — Shanghai

Museums, Gardens and River Views

Shanghai

2Tage · Shanghai

Shanghai changes the rhythm after Beijing and Xi’an. It gives the route a lighter finish through museum collections, classical garden paths, river views, and skyline architecture.

Skyline and Garden
Yu Garden, the Bund, Pudong, and French Concession streets close the triangle route.Evening Anchor
The Bund gives the clearest Shanghai contrast.Custom Finish
Art, shopping, food, or museum time can shape the last half-day.