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16-Day Private China Tour: Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Zhangjiajie & Chongqing

16-Day Private China Tour: Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Zhangjiajie & Chongqing

★★★★★ 4.7 (8)⏱ 16 days and 1 hour · Private🗣 English guide

Overview

Private 16-day tailor-made China tour: Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an's Terracotta Army, the 'Avatar' peaks of Zhangjiajie and Chongqing. Private English-speaking guide, private car & driver, and hotels to your taste.

About This Tour

Discover the highlights of China on this fully private, 16-day tailor-made tour from Beijing to Chongqing. Travel with a private English-speaking guide, a dedicated car with driver, and hand-picked hotels chosen to match your preferences. Explore Beijing's Great Wall, Forbidden City and imperial palaces; the cosmopolitan energy of Shanghai and its iconic Bund; Xi'an's famous Terracotta Army and ancient city wall; the breathtaking 'Avatar' mountains, glass walkways and canyons of Zhangjiajie; and the dramatic riverside skyline of Chongqing. Every day follows a detailed, personalised itinerary with private transfers and full on-the-ground support. Pace, hotels and activities can all be adjusted to suit you — just share your preferences and we will build the trip around you.

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Arrival in Beijing

Arrival in Beijing, transfer to your hotel and rest.
2

Day 2: Beijing

Visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park to discover Beijing's history.
3

Day 3: Beijing / Great Wall

Excursion to the Great Wall, one of China's most iconic landmarks.
4

Day 4: Beijing - Shanghai

High-speed train to Shanghai; on arrival, stroll along the Bund.
5

Day 5: Shanghai

Visit the Bund, Yuyuan Garden, Nanjing Road and Lujiazui.
6

Day 6: Shanghai / water town

Excursion to Zhujiajiao or a nearby water town.
7

Day 7: Shanghai - Xi'an

Transfer to Xi'an; on arrival, a gentle walk through the historic district.
8

Day 8: Xi'an

Visit the Terracotta Warriors and explore Xi'an's ancient history.
9

Day 9: Xi'an

Visit the Xi'an City Wall, the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and the historic quarters.
10

Day 10: Xi'an - Zhangjiajie

Transfer to Zhangjiajie; arrival, check-in and rest.
11

Day 11: Zhangjiajie

Visit Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and its spectacular mountain scenery.
12

Day 12: Zhangjiajie / Tianmen

Visit Tianmen Mountain by cable car, with its glass skywalk and natural scenery.
13

Day 13: Zhangjiajie - Chongqing

Transfer to Chongqing; on arrival, stroll around Jiefangbei or Hongya Cave.
14

Day 14: Chongqing

Explore Chongqing: the Shancheng Trail, Jiefangbei and Hongya Cave.
15

Day 15: Chongqing / Wulong

Day trip to Wulong Karst or a nearby ancient town.
16

Day 16: Departure from Chongqing

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. End of services.

What's Included

✓ Included

English-speaking guide during itinerary sightseeing / Private vehicle and local transfers / Main entrance tickets as indicated in the itinerary / Inter-city transport (high-speed train or flight per itinerary) / Accommodation per client's requirements (subject to availability)

✕ Not included

International flights / China visa and personal documents / Lunches, dinners and meals not mentioned / Personal expenses / Optional activities not indicated / Surcharges for holidays, force majeure or booking changes

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation is available on most tours up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact cancellation terms for this tour are shown during booking.

Traveler Reviews

4.7★★★★★Based on 8 reviews
Carlos E.🇿🇦 South Africa★★★★★2026-06

For us, what stayed with me wasn't the booking or the car. It was the time at the Great Wall, when we could slow down and actually look around.

Natalie R.🇮🇹 Italy★★★★★2026-05

Practically speaking, communication beforehand was straightforward. On the day, the plan was explained once and then everything simply felt easy to follow.

Hannah S.🇩🇪 Germany★★★★☆2024-08

I would not add anything else to this itinerary. The quieter evenings were useful, especially after the fuller days around the Zhangjiajie peaks.

Zoe J.🇮🇳 India★★★★★2024-11

Honestly, I tend to switch off when tours become a stream of dates. Here, the stories around the Great Wall gave me enough to hold on to without overloading the day.