Beijing & Shanghai with Suzhou
7 days - Beijing, Shanghai, Suzhou
Visit two of China's great cities. Beijing, capital of China, is the political, educational, and cultural center of the country. Change is happening so quickly, and new and deluxe hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, and roads seem to be popping up everyday. Perhaps no other city in China offers so much, but of course what brings visitors from around the globe are the incomparable attractions Beijing has to offer. Step back in time when you visit the Forbidden City, home to the former emperors of China, and the Summer Palace. See enormous Tian'anmen Square, and no visit would be complete without an excursion to the Great Wall of China, certainly one of China's greatest wonders and "must see" places in the world. Vibrant Shanghai, the famous port city situated on China's east coast, is a major financial hub. Visit the popular Bund area to see the many historical buildings that line the banks of the Huangpu River, and tour Yu Garden, the Jade Buddha Temple, and Shanghai Museum. Also see the Xiantiandi area, one of Shanghai's premier entertainment areas, you may wish to return in the evening to enjoy the restaurants and nightlife there. On your final day a full-day excursion will take you to neighboring Suzhou, famous for it's beautiful gardens and canals.
Private tour itinerary

Day 1: Beijing. Arrive at Beijing Capital Airport and transfer by sedan to your hotel in Beijing.
Day 2: Beijing. Full-day private tour of Beijing. Visit Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City, and tour the Hutongs (backstreets of Beijing). In the evening enjoy a Peking Duck Dinner. (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
Day 3: Beijing. Full-day private excursion to the Great Wall of China. In the afternoon visit the Summer Palace. (breakfast, lunch).
Day 4: Shanghai. Tour the Temple of Heaven this morning. After lunch fly to Shanghai and transfer to your hotel. (breakfast, lunch).
Day 5: Shanghai. Full-day private tour of Shanghai. Visit the Bund, Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum, Jade Buddha Temple, and the Xintiandi area. In the evening enjoy an acrobatic show after dinner. (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
Day 6: Suzhou/Shanghai. Embark by private sedan for a full-day excursion to Suzhou, nicknamed "Venice of the East." Visit the Master of the Nets Garden, Humble Administrator's Garden, and take a canal cruise with lunch. Afterwards return to Shanghai and your hotel. (breakfast, lunch).
Day 7: Depart Shanghai. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (breakfast).

Meals: breakfast daily (6), five lunches, and two dinners.

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Our deluxe China tours are carefully designed to provide a unique experience in the destination, promote cultural understanding and exchange, flow smoothly from place to place, allow time for relaxation and exploration on your own, provide maximum value, and very importantly to be enjoyable. The itinerary can be modified to suit your tastes, time frame, budget, and special interests.