To save you the stress of planning, we've assembled 8-day itineraries to make the most of your trip to China. For those wanting to visit the country's most renowned sights, consider a trip like this China Golden Triangle itinerary, where you'll walk the ancient steps of the Great Wall, delve into the history of the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an, and experience the contrasting architectures of Shanghai. If long hikes along different sections of the Great Wall with pitstops in small villages sounds like your ideal adventure, opt for something similar to this Great Wall itinerary. Families looking for a mix of cultural exploration and fun should check out our trips like this family vacation to Beijing and Shanghai, which features interactive activities like sled rides on the Great Wall and a fun day at Shanghai Disneyland.
This week-long tour, designed for families with children, covers the most famous cities in China: Beijing and Shanghai. Explore the treasures of the labyrinthian Forbidden City, hike the Mutianyu section of the iconic Great Wall, visit the Summer Palace by boat, and enjoy panoramic city views from the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Cap it off with a true family favorite: an epic day at Shanghai Disneyland.
This 8-day tour to Beijing, Xian, and Shanghai shows off China's highlights at a relaxed and comfortable pace. Start in Beijing to see Tiananmen Square and the Great Wall of China, then continue to Xi'an to see the Muslim Quarter and the Terracotta Warriors. End your trip in metropolitan Shanghai to see the modern Bund waterfront, ancient Yu Gardens, and historic French Concession.
Zig-zagging more than 3,852 miles (6,200 km) through deserts, plains, hills, and oceans, the Great Wall is a breathtaking wonder. Make your dream of hiking the Great Wall come true with this itinerary that is perfect for active travelers. Beginning and ending in Beijing, you will discover the classic hiking sections of the Great Wall from Huanghuacheng to Jinshanling, which offer breathtaking panoramas of the countryside. The trip concludes with a tour of Beijing, China's capital city that is steeped in history yet rapidly transforming into a modern wonder.
