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2 Days Private Beijing Tour from Shanghai Without Hotel
Product code 10289P125
From
From USD 375
Dates
Feb 15, 2026 to Feb 14, 2027
Start times
1:30 PM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-1, Child ages 2-6, Adult ages 7-70
Options
Tour end in Beijing
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Duration
48 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From USD 375
2 Days Private Beijing Tour from Shanghai Without Hotel
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Duration
48 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Hike on the beautiful Mutianyu Great Wall, with optional cable car and toboggan. Visit the site of China’s most significant historical moments at the Tiananmen Square. Skip the lines at the world’s largest imperial palace – the Forbidden City. Walk along the willow path, feeling the elegance of China’s imperial garden – the Summer Palace.
Overview
Hike on the beautiful Mutianyu Great Wall, with optional cable car and toboggan. Visit the site of China’s most significant historical moments at the Tiananmen Square. Skip the lines at the world’s largest imperial palace – the Forbidden City. Walk along the willow path, feeling the elegance of China’s imperial garden – the Summer Palace.
What's Included
Included
Private transfers in air-conditioned vehicle with licensed driver in Beijing
English speaking tour guide service in Beijing
Entrance tickets
Not included
Accommodation in Beijing
Optional activities (cable car at Great Wall or boat ride in Summer Palace)
Gratuities
Guide service in Shanghai
Round-way high-speed Train tickets
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Shanghai to Beijing by High-speed Train
1 hourAdmission included
Shanghai to Beijing by High-speed Train
Your driver and tour guide will wait for you at the train station according to your train schedule. Afterward, we will take you on a tour of Beijing in the city center. (You need to book the round-way train tickets between Shanghai and Beijing on your own in advance. Please arrive at Beijing before 12:00 noon)
Shanghai to Beijing by High-speed Train
2 hoursAdmission included
Shanghai to Beijing by High-speed Train
The first stop on your Beijing tour is the famous Forbidden City, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the imperial palace of China for over 500 years. Follow the footsteps of your private guide to explore magnificent halls, intricate courtyards, and beautiful gardens to gain a deeper understanding of China's imperial history.
Shanghai to Beijing by High-speed Train
30 minutes
Shanghai to Beijing by High-speed Train
After that, be guided to Tian'anmen Square, an iconic landmark and the heart of Beijing. It is one of the largest public squares in the world. Learn the stories of historical events and appreciate the iconic buildings around the square, including the Monument to the People's Heroes and the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall.
Shanghai to Beijing by High-speed Train
30 minutes
Shanghai to Beijing by High-speed Train
After the visit, end today's itinerary with an exterior visit to the marvelous Bird's Nest and Water Cube which were built for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Walking around the outside of the building to appreciate the unique design and take some pictures would be perfect.
Beijing to Shanghai by High-speed Train
4 hoursAdmission included
Beijing to Shanghai by High-speed Train
In the morning, your tour guide will pick you up at the hotel and then you will be transferred to explore the Mutianyu Great Wall, one of the best-preserved sections of the Great Wall in China. Its majestic walls and enemy towers, as well as its pristine natural scenery, make it one of the most popular sections among tourists. Take a cable car (optional, at your own expense) or hike up to the top of the city wall to revel in the stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Beijing to Shanghai by High-speed Train
2 hoursAdmission included
Beijing to Shanghai by High-speed Train
After the Great Wall tour, move on to Summer Palace, the best place where the emperors of the Qing Dynasty spent their summers. Here you will enjoy the amazing lake view, explore the exquisite long corridor, appreciate precious cultural relics, step on the elegant stone bridge, etc. In addition, you can take the option of a boat ride to enjoy the stunning Kunming Lake (not included).
Beijing to Shanghai by High-speed Train
1 hourAdmission included
Beijing to Shanghai by High-speed Train
After the tour, it's time to say goodbye to Beijing! Your driver will drive you to the train station for your high-speed train to Shanghai (please book the ticket departing after 6:00 PM).
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Other
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those using a wheelchair
Other
Please submit all passengers' passport copies or pictures for flight tickets buying when booking the tour
Other
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Other
You will be contacted at least one day ahead of the travel day via email to advise the pickup info. The tour guide will also call you or leave you a message through your hotel room the night before tour about pickup time.
Other
Offered pickup/drop-off service is available for hotels within inner ring road of Shanghai city. If your hotel beyond the range, please expect it might occur additional transfer fee accordingly.
Other
You are suggested to wear comfortable shoes on tour day.
Other
You are required to buy the air tickets between Shanghai and Beijing using your passport by yourself when you book this tour.
Other
This product is not wheelchair accessible.
Other
You are required to buy the high-speed tickets using your passport by yourself when you book this tour.
Health Other
Not recommended for travelers with leg problems
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Policy type
Custom
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 6+ days before
Refund eligibility
50% refundable 2-6 days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-2 days before
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