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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 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!

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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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