China: Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai
Surrounded by cypress trees in Beijing’s 660-acre Temple of Heaven Park, you forget you’re in a megacity of more than 21 million people.
It’s a common feeling in the destinations featured on the trip—the tranquility of a manicured palace or the tradition of a tea ceremony can make you feel worlds away from the skyscrapers and 21st-century din outside. The result is a tour experience that blends ancient history and modern life in one of the world's most dynamic countries.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to China
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Day 2: Beijing
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
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Day 3: Beijing
Take a guided tour of Beijing
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Tiananmen Square [tyahn-ahn-men]
- Forbidden City
- Summer Palace
Visit the Summer Palace
Enjoy a dragon boat ride (available April-October only)
Participate in a Taiji lesson
Visit the Forbidden City
Visit Tiananmen Square
Visit a local school (subject to school calendars)
Enjoy a Peking duck dinner
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Day 4: Badaling • Beijing
Travel to Badaling
Take a tour of the Great Wall of China
Participate in a tea ceremony
Take a rickshaw tour of hutongs
Enjoy a traditional Chinese meal with a local family
Add this in-depth excursion:
The Legend of Kung Fu show
Tonight, see the show that tells the story of a young boy, Chun Yi the pure one. To pursue spiritual and physical harmony, he becomes a monk and learns kung fu. Along the way he overcomes obstacles and temptations, but ultimately achieves the designation of master. The performance celebrates the philosophy and skill of martial arts through storytelling, acrobatics, modern dance and music.
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Day 5: Beijing • Xi’an
Visit the Temple of Heaven Park
Fly to Xi’an
Take a bike ride on the ancient City Wall
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Day 6: Xi'an
Take a guided tour of Xi’an
Enjoy free time in Xi'an
- Drum Tower
- Bell Tower
- Muslim Quarter
- Food Street
Visit the Terracotta Warriors
Add this in-depth excursion:
Tang Dynasty show and dinner
This evening, experience the splendor of the Tang Dynasty at this world-class theater and restaurant featuring famous Cantonese cuisine. As music, food and dance delight your senses from every angle, you’ll see why more than 2.5 million visitors have proclaimed this a favorite part of their Chinese experience.
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Day 7: Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai
Visit the Shanghai World Financial Center
Enjoy free time on the Bund
Enjoy a Chinese acrobatics show
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Day 8: Shanghai
Take an expertly guided tour of Shanghai
Visit the Jade Buddha Temple
Visit Yu Yuan Garden
See Nanjing Lu
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 9: Hong Kong
Fly to Hong Kong
Watch "A Symphony of Lights" from the Avenue of Stars
Ride the Star Ferry
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Day 10: Hong Kong
Take a guided tour of Hong Kong
With your expert local guide you will see:- Aberdeen
- Repulse Bay
Take the Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak
Visit Stanley Market
Enjoy a Dim Sum tasting
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Day 11: Hong Kong
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Lantau Island
Lantau Island, the largest of Hong Kong’s 230 islands, is yours to explore on this optional excursion! Begin with a 25-minute cable car ride that offers panoramic views of the South China Sea. Visit the Po Lin Precious Lotus monastery and then climb stairs to the island’s main attraction: the world’s tallest, outdoor, seated bronze Buddha 111 feet tall and over 250 tons!
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to China
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Day 2: Beijing
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
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Day 3: Beijing
Take a guided tour of Beijing
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Tiananmen Square [tyahn-ahn-men]
- Forbidden City
- Summer Palace
Visit the Summer Palace
Enjoy a dragon boat ride (available April-October only)
Participate in a Taiji lesson
Visit the Forbidden City
Visit Tiananmen Square
Visit a local school (subject to school calendars)
Enjoy a Peking duck dinner
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Day 4: Badaling • Beijing
Travel to Badaling
Take a tour of the Great Wall of China
Participate in a tea ceremony
Take a rickshaw tour of hutongs
Enjoy a traditional Chinese meal with a local family
Add this in-depth excursion:
The Legend of Kung Fu show
Tonight, see the show that tells the story of a young boy, Chun Yi the pure one. To pursue spiritual and physical harmony, he becomes a monk and learns kung fu. Along the way he overcomes obstacles and temptations, but ultimately achieves the designation of master. The performance celebrates the philosophy and skill of martial arts through storytelling, acrobatics, modern dance and music.
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Day 5: Beijing • Xi’an
Visit the Temple of Heaven Park
Fly to Xi’an
Take a bike ride on the ancient City Wall
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Day 6: Xi'an
Take a guided tour of Xi’an
Enjoy free time in Xi'an
- Drum Tower
- Bell Tower
- Muslim Quarter
- Food Street
Visit the Terracotta Warriors
Add this in-depth excursion:
Tang Dynasty show and dinner
This evening, experience the splendor of the Tang Dynasty at this world-class theater and restaurant featuring famous Cantonese cuisine. As music, food and dance delight your senses from every angle, you’ll see why more than 2.5 million visitors have proclaimed this a favorite part of their Chinese experience.
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Day 7: Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai
Visit the Shanghai World Financial Center
Enjoy free time on the Bund
Enjoy a Chinese acrobatics show
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Day 8: Shanghai
Take an expertly guided tour of Shanghai
Visit the Jade Buddha Temple
Visit Yu Yuan Garden
See Nanjing Lu
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 9: Hong Kong
Fly to Hong Kong
Watch "A Symphony of Lights" from the Avenue of Stars
Ride the Star Ferry
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Day 10: Hong Kong
Take a guided tour of Hong Kong
With your expert local guide you will see:- Aberdeen
- Repulse Bay
Take the Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak
Visit Stanley Market
Enjoy a Dim Sum tasting
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Day 11: Hong Kong
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Lantau Island
Lantau Island, the largest of Hong Kong’s 230 islands, is yours to explore on this optional excursion! Begin with a 25-minute cable car ride that offers panoramic views of the South China Sea. Visit the Po Lin Precious Lotus monastery and then climb stairs to the island’s main attraction: the world’s tallest, outdoor, seated bronze Buddha 111 feet tall and over 250 tons!
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; 2 internal flights (3 with extension)
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily (2 dinners with extension)
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Guided sightseeing
3 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (4 with extension); 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director
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Entrances
Summer Palace; Forbidden City; Tiananmen Square; school visit; dragon boat ride (seasonal); tai chi lesson; Great Wall of China; tea ceremony; authentic meal with a local family; Temple of Heaven Park; bike ride on the Xi’an City Wall; Terracotta Warriors; calligraphy class; Shanghai World Financial Center; Chinese acrobatics show; Jade Buddha Temple; Yu Garden; with extension: Star Ferry ride; Peak Tram; dim sum tasting
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
