- Top 4 Beijing Shanghai Tour Packages
- Beijing-Only Tours
- Shanghai-Only Tours
How to plan your perfect Beijing Shanghai tour? You can travel either from Beijing to Shanghai or from Shanghai to Beijing. In Beijing, you need at least 3~4 full days to hike the Great Wall, visit the Forbidden City, Summer Palace and other must-see attractions. While in Shanghai, you need at least 2~3 days. Must-visit sites include the Bund, Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Towers (or Shanghai World Financial Center). If time allows, you can extend your trip to nearby Suzhou, Hangzhou and Huangshan Yellow Mountain. Here are Top 4 Beijing to Shanghai/Shanghai to Beijing tour packages for you to choose. Beijing-Tour-Only or Shanghai-Tour-Only are also available. Choose your favorite itinerary and best way to travel at the best price with China Discovery now!
- 6 Days Beijing to Shanghai Tour by High Speed Train
Highlights: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Great Wall, Summer Palace, Yuyuan Garden, World Financial Center, The Bund
Take a high speed train from Beijing to Shanghai to explore how amazing the two cities are! Immerse yourselves into the epicenter of tradition and the charming cosmopolitan city with exotic streetscapes - this tour combines two most successful cities in China, one is the ancient and current capital of China, one is the most prosperous modern metropolis of China.
- 6 Days Beijing to Shanghai Highlights Tour (by Flight)
Highlights: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Great Wall, Bird’s Nest, Water Cube, Summer Palace, Yuyuan Garden, The Bund, Wukang Road
From the ancient capital city, Beijing, to the most dynamic modern city, Shanghai, you will experience the stunning contrasts of ancient and present, tradition and modern, East and West during this fantastic tour.
- 7 Days Shanghai Suzhou Beijing Contrast Tour by High Speed Train
Highlights: Shanghai the Bund, Tongli Water Town, Suzhou Museum, Suzhou Lingering Garde, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Great Wall
A short but essential trip to Shanghai and Beijing, the two main parts of China will show you a seamless blend of ancient imperial wonders and a modern metropolis. Furthermore, it will be a lifetime memory to take a bullet train from Shanghai to Beijing in just 5 hours.
- 6 Days Shanghai to Beijing Tour by Flight
Highlights: The Bund, Yu Garden, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Temple of Heaven
Get up close with China from the most prosperous city-Shanghai, and trace back to the ancient heart of China-Beijing. Visit ancient imperial wonders and modern skyscrapers, experience the traditional Eastern life and multi-cultural atmosphere, you will catch the best of China's past and present from our Beijing Shanghai tour.
- 4 Days Classic Beijing Tour Package (Leisure Paced)
Highlights: Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Summer Palace, Local Family Visit
This 4-day tour offers an immersive journey through the most iconic and historically rich sites of China's capital. From the ancient grandeur of the Great Wall to the imperial splendor of the Forbidden City, and the serene beauty of the Summer Palace to the spiritual significance of the Temple of Heaven, you will experience the essence of Beijing. Moreover, you'll also get to marvel at the modern architectural wonders of the Olympic Park and visiting a local family in Beijing Hutong. Our customizable private tour package allows you to explore Beijing at your own pace and in your own style. The itinerary is flexible, accommodating your flight or train schedules, and can be tailored to suit your personal interests and needs.
- 3 Days Beijing Essential Highlights Tour
Highlights: Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Mutianyu Great Wall, Hutong, Bird's Nest, Water Cube
This thoughtfully designed itinerary is perfect for travelers with limited time in Beijing. Whether you're taking advantage of a layover or simply want to make the most of a short trip, this tour provides a comprehensive overview of the city's iconic attractions. During this tour, you will have a quality time to explore the magnificence of the Great Wall of China by visiting Mutianyu section, as well as get a view of the modern buildings in the Olympic Park. Besides, you won’t miss two other icons of Beijing - historical Forbidden City and traditional Hutongs, both offer a probe into to Beijing.
- 4 Days Beijing Essence Tour with Simatai Great Wall Night Sightseeing
Highlights: Jinshanling Great Wall, Simatai Great Wall Evening Sightseeing, Gubei Watertown
This 4-day tour offers the chance to explore Jinshanling by day, known for its breathtaking vistas, and Simatai by night, celebrated for its enchanting evening views. The itinerary also includes a visit to the charming Gubei Water Town, where you can enjoy scenic highlights like lakes, bridges, and boats. Of course, essential Beijing landmarks such as the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and traditional Hutongs are covered, offering a rich exploration of Beijing's imperial history and traditional Chinese architecture. With customizable options to match your fitness level, interests, and budget, this tour promises a personalized and unforgettable experience.
- 3 Days Shanghai & Fengjing Water Town Tour
Highlights: Fengjing Ancient Town, The Bund, Yuyuan Garden & Bazaar, Shanghai World Financial Center
Fengjing Water Town is the township in Shanghai on the list of Historic Towns of China where you can enjoy paintings created by local peasants. Why not lose some time in this paint-like ancient town to chase the peace of our minds and catch the really highlights in Shanghai City?
- 3 Days Shanghai Past and Present Contrast Tour (at Leisure Pace)
Highlights: The Bund, Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum, Shanghai World Financial Center, Tianzifang
It’s very popular to spend 3 days on discovering diversity of Shanghai, confront tradition culture surrounded by overwhelming modernization. We will take you to visit top landmarks like the Bund, Shanghai World Financial Center to marvel at great urban development, also tour Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum to trace back to brilliant past. With our cultural guide and considerate service, you can deeply feel the sharp contrast and understand the magic inter-growth in Shanghai!
- 3 Days Shanghai Highlights Tour with Water Town
Highlights: The Bund, Shanghai Museum, Nanjing Road, Zhujiajiao Water Town, Shanghai World Financial Center, Yu Garden
Looking for a unique Shanghai tour which is different from the regular itineraries? Here it is - A harmony between soft and hard landscapes results in one of a kind holiday in Shanghai. With our private Shanghai tour, you will make the best of your time to sweep all the best highlights away in the urban Shanghai, including panorama of architectures in the Bund, skyscrapers view from one of the highest building in the world, classic Garden of Yuyuan, etc., then enjoy a unique half day in the beautiful water town of Zhujiajiao to experience the traditional face of Shanghai and find out what is a real water town of ancient time like. It is interesting, enjoyable and valuable.
- 4 Days Shanghai Magic Tour with Disneyland Park (Family Friendly)
Highlights: Shanghai Disneyland, The Bund, Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, Shanghai World Financial Center
This is our best-selling Shanghai tour package which perfectly mixes the best highlights of Shanghai, such as iconic modern skyscrapers and historical temples, ancient towns, various western style architectures along the Bund... and the fantastic Disney wonderland. You will firstly explore diverse culture and history of Shanghai, know its past heritages and present achievements, and then spend a whole day to fulfill your Disney dream tour with lively Mickey and notable Disney characters, interesting parade, performances, thrilling activities and family attractions. A relaxing water town trip is especially arranged for your relaxation. All attractions are carefully-selected to offer you a real MAGIC tour in Shanghai!
Everything you need to know before Beijing Shanghai Tours
The following articles present you the most useful suggestions and tips about how to plan a perfect Beijing Shanghai trip, from travel length deciding, best transfer options, top things to see and do in both Beijing and Shanghai, hotel recommendation, local cultural activities, etc. Get inspired!
- How to Plan a Beijing Shanghai Tour
- How to Travel from Beijing to Shanghai
- How to Travel from Shanghai to Beijing
- How to Get to & around Beijing
- How to Get to & around Shanghai
- Beijing Shanghai Attractions & Experiences
- Top 10 Things to Do in Beijing
- Top 10 Things to Do in Shanghai
- Ultimate Great Wall Trip Planning Guide
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Beijing Shanghai Extension Tours
Both Shanghai and Beijing are well linked to other popular destinations and attractions in China. If time allows, you are suggested to extend your Beijing Shanghai trip to Xian which can be arrived by high speed trains from Beijing. After Xian, you can travel to holy land Tibet, or to Giant Panda's hometown Chengdu, then to Chongqing to enjoy a relaxing Yangtze River cruise. After that, you can keep traveling to Zhangjiajie and Guilin where you can enjoy China's best landscapes. In Shanghai, you can spend 2 or 3 days to explore Hangzhou and Suzhou which are not far from Shanghai. Below are some recommended Beijing Shanghai Extension Tours:
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8 Days Best of China Tour (Flight/Bullet Train Covered)
Beijing / Xian / Shanghai
This itinerary covers two greatest ancient capital cities of China – Beijing & Xian, as well as the most developed city – Shanghai. It’s not overstated to call it the most classic China tour because China’s past, present and future are all epitomized in the golden triangle cities for your exploration: hiking the majestic Great Wall, walking into the splendid Forbidden City and Summer Palace in Beijing, being amazed by the fascinating Terracotta Warriors in Xian, and seizing the most prosperous and modernized scene of China in Shanghai.
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8 Days China Golden-triangle Destinations Tour
Shanghai / Xian / Beijing
See the best of the BEST of China at your own pace! From the metropolitan Shanghai to the ancient hearts Xian and Beijing, you’ll explore the East-meets-West culture, profound history of the ancient emperors, authentic local life and more activities. Experience the beauty of Shanghai by going to Yu Garden for a stroll, feasting on the tastiest views from the Bund and Nanjing Road and so on.Touch ancient Xian and take stock of imperial beginning at the incredible Terracotta Warriors. Step into flourishing Beijing, admiring the magnificence of the Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall etc.
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7 Days Best of Elegant China Tour
Beijing / Shanghai / Suzhou / Zhouzhuang / Shanghai
Take this great chance to discover the most beautiful parts of China from the ancient capital to the quiet water towns in East China. Immerse yourself in the classical peaceful atmosphere.
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8 Days Beijing Shanghai Essence Tour with Mt. Huangshan Hiking
Beijing / Huangshan / Shanghai
Why you should take this tour? Because it is the best opportunity for you to discover the breathtaking landscape while discover the historical and cultural heritages, modernity and fashion of China. Start your tour from the capital city Beijing, then take a fast high speed bullet train to hike the most beautiful mountain in China - Mt. Huangshan. Lastly, end your amazing vacation at the charming Shanghai.
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15 Days China Golden Triangle Exploration with Guilin & Zhangjiajie
Shanghai / Zhangjiajie / Guilin / Xian / Beijing
This tour is crafted for travelers eager to experience China's diverse cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty. Starting in the vibrant city of Shanghai, you'll venture into the awe-inspiring landscapes of Zhangjiajie, famous for its towering sandstone pillars, and continue to the serene beauty of Guilin with its iconic Li River and picturesque karst mountains. Next, journey to Xi'an to witness the legendary Terracotta Warriors before concluding in Beijing, where the Great Wall and the imperial Forbidden City await.
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17 Days China Yangtze Tour with Tibet & Giant Panda Visit
Shanghai / Yangtze Cruise / Chengdu / Lhasa / Xian / Beijing
Take a journey like no other. This 17-day tour offers you a chance to see the classical historical and cultural sights, and also admire the breathtaking scenery of this beautiful country. You are in the rhythm of a graceful melody feeling the authenticity, enthusiasm and magnificence China has to offer. It should be once-in-a-lifetime experience! Why not go right now?
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13 Days China Landscape Tour including Zhangjiajie and Guilin
Beijing / Xian / Zhangjiajie / Guilin / Shanghai
When you are planning a tour in the vast Middle Kingdom, it's a great idea to combine both its classic historical destinations and spectacular scenic destinations. This is the trip strongly suggested for you on which you will discover the most important cultural destinations in China, including Beijing, Xian and Shanghai, then enjoy two magnificently stunning destinations - Guilin and Zhangjiajie. All attractions and activities are well organized to a leisure pace in a single trip.
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16 Days Best China Zhangjiajie Landscape Tour with Yangtze Cruise
Shanghai / Guilin / Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / Yichang / Zhangjiajie / Xian / Beijing
This China tour promises a harmonious blend of urban sophistication, natural splendors, and cultural treasures, offering you a captivating glimpse into the diverse tapestry of this vast and enchanting nation. Embark on an unforgettable odyssey through the diverse landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of China with our comprehensive tour that seamlessly weaves together the iconic cities and natural wonders of this extraordinary nation.
Begin your journey in the dazzling metropolis of Shanghai, where the fusion of modernity and tradition creates a vibrant urban landscape. From Shanghai, travel to Guilin, a haven of natural beauty. Next, venture to the bustling city of Chongqing, where a Yangtze River Cruise awaits. Continue your odyssey to the surreal landscapes of Zhangjiajie, a region that inspired the AVATAR movie. Conclude your epic adventure in the heart of China, Beijing.
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8 Days Beijing Zhangjiajie Shanghai Dream Tour
Beijing / Zhangjiajie / Shanghai
Only 8 days are needed to get the three ultimate travelling experiences of China’s MOSTS – explore China’s most classic history and culture in Beijing, marvel at China’s most beautiful quartzite cliffs and rock mountains, wander leisurely in the most fashionable and modern city in China - Shanghai. There are fast and efficient flights for you to transfer from Beijing to Zhangjiajie, then to Shanghai. No waste of time! Enjoyable pace!
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13 Days Chinese Treasures Tour with Panda
Beijing / Xian / Chengdu / Guilin / Yangshuo / Longsheng / Shanghai
Are you curious about what China has to offer? Take this treasure tour to discover China’s living treasures! You will not only immerse yourself in the historical, cultural and natural charm of China, but also get a once in a life chance to get close to the incredibly cute treasure - giant pandas! Catch all the best of China in one go!
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8 Days Beijing Shanghai Tour with Confucianism Exploration & Mount Tai Hiking
Beijing / Mount Tai / Qufu / Shanghai
The province Shandong is conveniently located in the middle point of Beijing Shanghai high speed rail. It is the perfect stopover for your Beijing Shanghai tour. After spending three and a half days in Beijing exploring the heritage sites and hiking the Great Wall, you can hop onto a bullet train to Qufu where the siege Confucius was born in. Only about 1 hour’s drive from Qufu locates majestic Mount Tai which is the most sacred mountain in China as well as a beautiful UNESCO Heritage Site. After 2 memorable days in Shandong, you can take another bullet train to Shanghai to enjoy its modernity and hidden tradition. What a Chinese culture tour!
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Recommended In-depth China Tour Packages including Beijing and Shanghai
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19 Days Grand China Tour with Inspiring Experience
Shanghai / Suzhou / Zhouzhuang / Shanghai / Guilin / Yangshuo / Longsheng / Chengdu / Lhasa / Xian / Beijing
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17 Days China Paradise Tour with Tibet Discovery & Yangtze Cruise
Beijing / Xian / Lhasa / Chengdu / Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / Shanghai
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21 Days Grand China Adventure with All Must-Visit Destinations
Beijing / Xian / Lhasa / Chengdu / Guilin / Zhangjiajie / Shanghai
