The 6 days Essence tour to Beijing and Shanghai will take you to see the incredible attractions like Great Wall, Forbidden City and Zhuajiaojia. Along with the decent Beijing and Shanghai culture by discovery the local life there. To see different art and lifestyle in the most developed areas in China.
Arrive at Beijing airport , after meeting with the guide at exit of arrival Hall , then transfer to the hotel.
Free at leisure the rest time of the day after long flying.
Meals on your own account
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In the morning, star your tour from Temple of Heaven with its outstanding round shape, covered by an exquisite triple roof of blue tiles. This is where the Emperor used to pray for good harvests.
After that, you will have a nice walk to stroll in Tianmen Square. Located at the center of Beijing City, where you can visit Tiananmen Tower, Monument to the People's Heroes. It is one of the largest square in the word and a must place for any visit in Beijing City.
Continue to visit the Forbidden City. The Forbidden City was the place where the emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties carried out their administration and lived. Now it is open to the public as a palace museum where people can see the great traditional palace architecture, enjoy the treasures kept in the palace.
Then move to Shichahai area behind Beihai Park for Hutong tour. First take rickshaw going around the deep Hutong in Shichahai area, visiting an ordinary family in a courtyard.
In the evening, enjoy the famous Roast Duck dinner.
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In the morning transfer to visit the Chinese Great Wall, on the way, if traffic allows, stop to photograph the exterior view of National Stadium (Bird's Nest) – the Beijing National Stadium – host to many spectacular events of the 2008 Summer Olympics.
Take an excursion to Great Wall (Ju Yong Guan Section)(Ju Yong Guan Pass is located in an 18 kilometer-long valley named "Guangou" which is inside Changping County more than 50 kilometers from Beijing City. It is one of the three greatest passes of Great Wall of China. The other two passes are Jiayuguan Pass and Shanhai Pass. It had many different names in the past dynasties. However, the name "Juyongguan Pass" was used by more than three dynasties. It was first used in the Qin Dynasty when Emperor Qinshihuang ordered to build the Great Wall.)
Afterward, drive back to Beijing. To have a tour of Summer Palace. The Summer Palace is a favorite among tourists sightseeing in Beijing. Indeed, it is one of the best parks in the city. Originally it was a retreat for emperors to escape the scorching summer heat of Beijing. The Summer Palace was used by emperors for 800 years, but fell into disuse in the 18th century. Then in the 19th century, the Empress Dowager Cixi made renovations and restored many buildings.
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Then transfer to Beijing south railway station for the train to Shanghai (G11 08:00-13:09 the 2nd class seat) .
Stroll in Shanghai Old Town (Yuyuan Bazaar) When it comes to the old town of Shanghai, it is always associated with something ancient and traditional, such as the Yuyuan Garden in the Ming Dynasty and the Town God's temple in the Qing Dynasty. Shanghai has a history of over 700 years since it was established, but it has witnessed the greatest humane development period since it opened 150 years ago. Things like co-inhabitancy of Chinese locals and foreigners, Shikumen (stone-framed gate ) houses and time-honored brands all came into being during this period.
Take a walk on the Bund (The famous avenue that parallels the Huang Pu River with its buildings of the 30's. The road is lined with some of the most prestigious buildings and landmarks of the city, mostly erected during the time of the foreign concessions. The river acts as a mirror between the old and the new Shanghai.).And Nanjing Road (China's premier shopping street, 3.4-mile-long Nanjing Road, starts at the Bund in the east and ends in the west at the junction of Jingan Temple and Yan'an West Street. Today Nanjing Road is a must-see metropolitan destination attracting thousands of fashion-seeking shoppers from all over the world.).
Then transfer to enjoy the Acrobatic Show at Shanghai Center Theater or Huxi Theater (regular class B Tickets)
Show time: 19:30-21:00
After tour , move back to your hotel.
Overnight at Shanghai
Firstly, you will move to visit Oriental Pearl TV Tower ( the 2nd ball floor ) Located in Pudong, stands a staggering 468 meters (1535ft) making it the tallest tower in Asia. Tourists can go to several observatory decks and in clear weather can get a superb view of The Bund and Shanghai, as well as Sheshan, Chongming Island and the Yangtze River in the distance. The tower also has a hotel, revolving restaurant, karaoke parlors and bars.).
Transfer to visit the water town --Zhujiajiao (The ancient town of Zhujiajiao is built on top of the crisscrossing waterways that run from Dianshan Lake. The town is filled with every type of bridge imaginable, from wood to stone to marble, in differing sizes and unique styles. The town still has simple and elegant Ming and Qing dynasty (1368-1911) architecture that is quintessentially southern Chinese. Periodically, small wooden boats sail down the waterway, passing right under the eaves of the houses on its banks.).
Drive back to Shanghai continue to visit the French Concession the arts and crafts enclave in the French neighborhood. After that you can saunter around Xintiandi – ‘The City’s Living Room’, a multifunctional entertainment district with unique 1920’s style stone gate buildings known as “shikumen”.
After tour , move back to your hotel.
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Free time today before a transfer Shanghai Pudong airport for your departure flight to next destination
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