China Express Private Tour
Cosmopolitan Shanghai, Historic Beijing and the bullet train
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Cosmopolitan Shanghai, Historic Beijing and the bullet train
7 days from $ 542
With so many amazing destinations to explore in China, it can be a challenge to decide what to choose for inclusion in a brief visit. If you are limited on time for a vacation but still want to make the most of your time in China, we have created the China Express private tour itinerary. Wendy Wu’s China Express private tour will capture all the iconic Chinese sights you won’t want to miss. The seven day tour makes stops in the modern city of Shanghai, the historic Great Wall of China and the beautiful Forbidden City in Beijing. You will travel on a bullet train between locations for an expedient and exciting experience you are sure to remember as a sincerely amazing vacation in China.
The China Express private tour is personal and individual with private tour guides, a private car and a chauffeur. You may travel on any date and have a choice of accommodations. Travel is at your own pace and there is flexibility while touring. The itinerary for Wendy Wu’s China Express private tour is ideal as an intimate tour for couples, great for family travel and perfect for private groups seeking a truly memorable vacation in China.
Included in the price
Included in the price of your Wendy Wu China Express Private Tour• International flights from the USA and current taxes
Included in your tour are flights to and from China. All flights leave from the United States and are all included in the price of your China Express private tour.
• Local transportation in China
Our private tours have all domestic transport included in your private tour price. All your transportation is covered when you book with Wendy Wu.
• Accommodations in China
Wendy Wu handles all the accommodations for your China Express vacation. You will stay at some of the most iconic and beautiful hotels China has to offer.
• All meals – Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Enjoy the Chinese cuisine without worrying about the cost, when you book a China tour with Wendy Wu all your meals are included in the private tour price.
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
Our China Express private tour to China features a wide range of sights and places to visit. From ancient locations to modern cities, China has everything to offer, and it’s all included in your private tour when you book through Wendy Wu.
• Visa fees for USA residents
Wendy Wu private tours include all Visa fees for China for USA residents.
Days 1-2 : US - Shanghai
Fly overnight to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, also known as the ‘Paris of the East'.
Day 3 : Shanghai
Sightseeing today includes a stroll through the traditional Yu Gardens and the Old Town as well as along the famous Bund with its colonial architecture. Visit bustling Nanjing Road, the ‘Fifth Avenue’ of Shanghai and then ride to the top of the Jin Mao tower for stunning views across the city. In the evening, enjoy a dinner of Shanghai cuisine before taking a cruise on the panoramic Huangpu River, where the historic Bund and the futuristic Pudong come face-to-face. (B, L, D)
Day 4 : Shanghai - Beijing
Visit the Shanghai Museum, which houses over 120,000 pieces of bronze, coins, jade, ceramics, paintings and calligraphy. Also visit the Jade Buddha Temple. Constructed in 1882, it is one of the most important religious sites in the city. In the afternoon board the bullet train to Beijing. Traveling at a maximum speed of nearly 200 miles per hour, you will complete the 800 mile journey in less than five hours. (B, L)
Day 5 : Beijing
Sightseeing today includes a stroll through Tiananmen Square past Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum to the treasure-filled Forbidden City. This is the largest and best preserved collection of ancient buildings in China from the Ming and Qing Dynasties and houses over 8,000 rooms. Also visit the unique Temple of Heaven. (B, L)
Day 6 : Beijing
Walk on the Great Wall to appreciate 2,000 years of historical significance while admiring the panoramic views. The Great Wall is China's most iconic attraction, which stretches over 4,000 miles from the Shanhaiguan Pass on the east coast to the Gobi Desert in the west. Also tour the exquisite Summer Palace. In the evening enjoy the local delicacy, Peking Duck, followed by a fascinating Chinese Acrobatic show. (B, L, D)
Day 7 : Beijing - US
Fly to the US, arriving home the same day or the following morning depending on flight schedules. (B)
Dates and Prices
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Tour departs any day subject to availability
- Standard accommodations
- Based on Los Angeles departures
- Regional departures available from many US cities
- Single supplement from $420
- Sole passenger price from $4,090
- Land only from $2.390 (Shanghai - Beijing)
- 4* hotels from $3,690
- 5* hotels from $4,190
- Excludes tipping
Hong Kong Extension - 4D/3N
This itinerary can easily be added after most of our China tours.
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
You will be met at Hong Kong Airport and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Hong Kong
A free day to enjoy the delights of this vibrant city as you wish. (B)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $390pp
4* accommodations from $490pp
5* accommodations from $690pp
Price from $ 390.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
Hong Kong & Lantau Island - 4D/3N
This itinerary can be easily added after most of our China tours.
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Lantau Island
Begin with a ferry ride across the Victoria Harbour to Silvermine Bay to visit beautiful Cheung Sha beach and Tai O Fishing Village. Then travel to Ngong Ping Plateau to see the Giant Buddha and explore Po Lin Monastery where you'll enjoy a vegetarian lunch. Later, visit Ngong Ping Village before a ride aboard the Skyrail cable car. (B,L) If the cable car is canceled due to weather or any other reason, alternative transportation will be arranged.
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $540pp
4* accommodations from $640pp
5* accommodations from $840pp
Price from $ 540.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
Hong Kong & Macau - 4D/3N
This itinerary can easily be added after most of our China tours
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional
sampan ride (paid locally). (B)
Day 3: Macau
Travel by hydrofoil to Macau. Visit the ruins of the St. Paul's Church, Ama Temple, Macau Museum (closed Mondays) and a local casino (minimum age 18). Return by hydrofoil to Hong Kong. (B,L)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $590pp
4* accommodations from $690pp
5* accommodations from $890pp
Price from $ 590.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
This document is designed to be read in conjunction with the other pre-departure information provided by Wendy Wu Tours including the tour itinerary as described in our brochure and/or website. It aims to provide a straightforward description of the physical activities involved in sightseeing or travelling during the tour.
If there are any particular challenges, from the length of time spent on your feet, the length of drives and flights, to the standard of remote accommodation for our more adventurous tours; they will be explained here.
All passengers must read this document to ensure the itinerary is suitable for their interests and physical capabilities. This is not your final itinerary and therefore does not mention all the sites visited. The order of sightseeing is subject to change.
