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China

Great Wall, Forbidden City and Shanghai's skyline

Beijing Mandarin Chinese yuan (CNY)
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Overview

Welcome to China

China combines ancient history and futuristic cities. Beijing has the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the Great Wall nearby; Shanghai has the Bund, Yu Garden and a striking skyline.

High-speed trains link the two cities in about five hours.

CapitalBeijing
CurrencyChinese yuan (CNY)
LanguageMandarin
EntryA visa is usually required. Check the current rules for your passport.
Why go

What China is known for

Great Wall

Walk a restored section at Mutianyu.

Forbidden City

The former imperial palace.

High-speed trains

Fast and comfortable between cities.

Peking duck

A Beijing classic.

Shanghai skyline

The Bund and Pudong at night.

Tea culture

Teahouses and tastings.

Places

Destinations in China

Beijing

Beijing

The Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and the Great Wall.

Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden CityGreat Wall of ChinaTemple of Heaven
3 packages include this
Shanghai

Shanghai

The Bund, futuristic skyline and old-town gardens.

The Bund waterfront walkYu Garden and old townNanjing Road shopping street
3 packages include this
Our trips

Trips in China

China Budget: Beijing & Shanghai Group travelBudget8 days
Residents · pick-up from homeMulti-destination

China Budget: Beijing & Shanghai

Beijing · Shanghai

✓ Included7 nights accommodationBreakfastReturn international flightsTransfers and sightseeingTrip briefing and WhatsApp support
✕ Not includedVisaTravel insuranceDrinks and tipsOptional activities
PriceOn request
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Package prices are on request and depend on season, group size and availability.

Accommodation

Where to stay in China

Indicative nightly rates by style. Safari lodges are usually full board.

Beijing

BudgetNovotel Beijing Peace$60–$110
Mid-rangeInterContinental Beijing Sanlitun$150–$280
LuxuryThe Peninsula Beijing$400–$800

Shanghai

BudgetCampanile Shanghai Bund Hotel$60–$110
Mid-rangeHotel Indigo Shanghai on the Bund$120–$220
LuxuryThe Peninsula Shanghai$450–$900
Good to know

Travel tips

  • Mobile payments (Alipay/WeChat Pay) are widely used. Cash and foreign cards are less accepted.
  • Download an offline translation app.
  • Many Western websites and apps are blocked: arrange a VPN or eSIM.
  • Apply for your visa well in advance.

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