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Golden Triangle

8 DaysBeijing, Xi'an, ShanghaiPrivate tour (2-12 people)

Tour Overview

The Golden Triangle tour connects China's three most iconic cities - Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai - offering a perfect blend of ancient history and modern marvels. Travel by high-speed train between cities, experiencing China's world-class rail network while discovering imperial palaces, ancient warriors, and futuristic skylines.

Best Time
April-May, September-November
Difficulty
Easy
Group Size
Private tour (2-12 people)

Tour Highlights

Walk on the Great Wall
See the Terracotta Warriors
Cruise the Huangpu River
Explore the Forbidden City
Visit Yu Garden in Shanghai
Experience high-speed trains
Discover traditional Hutongs
Marvel at Shanghai's skyline

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Beijing landmarks

Exploring the ancient capital of China

Welcome to Beijing! Airport pickup and transfer to your hotel. Evening orientation walk and welcome dinner.

Day Highlights
  • Airport pickup
  • Welcome dinner
Accommodation

5-star hotel in Beijing

Meals

Dinner

What's Included

  • All accommodations (7 nights in 5-star hotels)
  • All meals as specified in itinerary
  • High-speed train Beijing to Xi'an
  • Flight Xi'an to Shanghai
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle in each city
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • All entrance fees to attractions
  • Huangpu River cruise
  • Airport transfers
  • Daily bottled water

Not Included

  • International flights to/from China
  • China visa fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals not mentioned in itinerary
  • Optional activities
  • Tips for guide and driver

Customer Reviews

4.9/5

Based on 3+ reviews

5 stars
85%
4 stars
10%
3 stars
3%
2 stars
1%
1 stars
1%
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Michael ThompsonVerified
🇺🇸 United StatesTraveled October 2025

A Journey Through Time

The Silk Road tour exceeded all my expectations. From the Terracotta Warriors to the Mogao Caves, every day brought new wonders. Our guide David was incredibly knowledgeable about the history and made the experience truly memorable. The camel ride in the Gobi Desert at sunset was magical!

November 15, 2025
E
Emma WilsonVerified
🇬🇧 United KingdomTraveled September 2025

Bucket List Adventure

This was a bucket list trip for me and it did not disappoint. The logistics were handled perfectly - we never had to worry about anything. The hotels were excellent and the food was amazing. Highly recommend the night market in Kashgar!

October 20, 2025
H
Hans MuellerVerified
🇩🇪 GermanyTraveled August 2025

Great Experience with Minor Issues

Overall a fantastic journey along the Silk Road. The historical sites were breathtaking and our guide was excellent. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that some of the internal flights were quite early in the morning. But the team handled everything professionally.

September 5, 2025
Verified Reviews
4.9 Average Rating
98% Recommend
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Quick Facts

Duration8 Days
DestinationsBeijing, Xi'an, Shanghai
Best TimeApril-May, September-November
DifficultyEasy
Group SizePrivate tour (2-12 people)
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