Shanghai, Zhangjiajie, and Beijing Tour

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Tour Code: ODY-CN-2555

Destination:Shanghai, Zhangjiajie, Beijing

Duration

8 Days

Tour Type

Private & Bespoke

Tour Style

Classic

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About This Trip

Enjoy the essence of splendid China on this tour, which combines modern cityscape, natural beauty, and deep history. Begin in Shanghai, stroll along the iconic Bund, marvel at the city's skyline, and wander the charming streets of the Former French Concession. Then, step into a real-life Avatar World in Zhangjiajie, where misty "Hallelujah Mountains" create an otherworldly spectacle. Finally, uncover the grandeur of Beijing, the heart of China's imperial legacy. Walk the legendary Great Wall, explore the majestic Forbidden City, and stand in awe before centuries-old palaces and temples that tell the story of China's millennia-old civilization.

Itinerary Summary

DAY PLACE HIGHLIGHTS
1 - 3 Shanghai The Bund, Former French Concession, Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, Yuyuan Bazaar
4 - 5 Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Golden Whip Stream
6 - 8 Beijing Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Jingshan Mountain
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Day 1: Shanghai Arrival

Welcome to Shanghai! Upon arrival, a private transfer will send you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax in your room or explore this dynamic city at your own pace. Have a city walk along the historic Wukang Road, which clusters celebrities' former residences and chic cafes, or the modern Nanjing Road to feel the city's energetic pulse.

Shanghai

Day 2: Shanghai Museum, Historic Treasures & the Bund

Unwind Shanghai's highlights from Shanghai Museum, one of China's four great museums, to admire the ancient relics and development of the city. After that, visit Yuyuan Garden, an epitome of Chinese classical beauty. Enjoy the greenery, lakes, and architecture with exquisite carvings and upturned eaves. Then, visit the bazaar nearby to witness how local people greet a day with plain food and bargains. Continue to stroll along the Former French Concession, a testimony to Shanghai's colonial period in the early 20th century. Admire the exotic architecture and listen to the stories that rare travelers know.

Conclude your day at the Bund, the landmark of Shanghai, to take in the contrast between the modern skylines and the historic relics across the Huangpu River.

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Shanghai

Day 3: Fly to Zhangjiajie, Tianmen Mountain

In the morning, board a plane to Zhangjiajie. After settling at your hotel, take the world's longest cable car (7,455m) to Tianmen Mountain. You'll enjoy views of the busy city and tranquil, misty mountains during the ride. Upon disembarking, climb 999 steps to reach Tianmen Cave, a natural hole through the mountainside, a sanctuary for both ancient people seeking immortality and modern wingsuit flying lovers. At the top, experience an exciting walk on the glass walkways by the cliffs.

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Zhangjiajie

Day 4: Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

Start your adventure at Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, the filming location of the movie Avatar. At Yuanjiajie, take Asia's highest elevator to the top of a towering mountain, where you'll admire spectacular views, including the inspiration for the Hallelujah Mountains in the movie Avatar. Along the way, go through the dumbfounding "World's First Bridge", a natural stone arch 2 meters wide and over 300 meters high. Next, ascend Mt. Tianzi by cable car for stunning vistas of the surrounding peaks from over 1,200 meters high. Take a scenic train ride along the Ten-Mile Gallery, admiring imaginative rock formations.

To conclude your day, ascend Mt. Tianzi (Emperor Mountain) by cable car for breath-taking panoramic views before descending.

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Zhangjiajie

Day 5: Golden Whip Stream Hiking, Fly to Beijing

Have a scenic hike along Jinbianxi Stream (Golden Whip Stream), a tranquil 7.5-km trail winding through towering sandstone peaks, lush forests, and crystal-clear waters. Marvel at iconic rock formations such as "Golden Whip Rock" and "Drunken Immortal," their dramatic cliffs rising high above the valley floor. Keep an eye out for the amazing creatures such as playful macaques along the way. Let the misty air, rustling leaves, and soothing stream transport you into a world of natural wonder, where every step reveals the untamed beauty of Zhangjiajie's enchanting landscapes.

In the afternoon, your private transfer will escort you to the airport for your flight to Beijing.

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Beijing

Day 6: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City

Begin your Beijing exploration at Tiananmen Square, one of the world's largest public squares, steeped in historical significance. Nearby lies the Forbidden City, a sprawling palace complex that has been home to Chinese emperors for nearly 500 years. Wander through its majestic halls and uncover stories of imperial China. Later, hike top to the Jingshan Mountain to enjoy sweeping views of the modern cityscape and the splendid ancient palaces.

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Beijing

Day 7: Temple of Heaven, Great Wall

Get a glimpse into authentic Beijingers' lives at the Temple of Heaven in the morning. The vibrant park gathers many people who sing, play swords, and practise Tai Chi. Engage with them to soak in the local life.

Then, visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, famous for its preserved watchtowers and picturesque views. This less-crowded section offers a more tranquil experience. A round-trip cable car ride ensures ample time to explore the wall's historic beauty and capture unforgettable photos of the surrounding landscape.

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Beijing

Day 8: Beijing Departure

This morning, your guide will escort you to the airport for your departure.

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Richee Family Adventures

05 Aug 2025

Second Honeymoon My wife and I celebrated our 20th anniversary by spending a few weeks touring around Asia. We loved how Odynovo worked with us to craft a tour of what we wanted to see and how we wanted to see it. This was our first time traveling with a private tour guide, and it was truly amazing. they took care of all transportation, tickets, and everywhere we went we had someone who not only spoke our language, but was also very well-versed in the places we were visiting. We saw Beijing and then took a bullet train to Xi'an. In both cities we had tour guides who had done this "a thousand times," and as a result knew all the tricks on where to take the best pictures, what lines to stand in, where to eat, and what not to waste your time seeing. At one point our guide pulled out ponchos from her backpack when it started to rain, while another helped us haggle for a good price on a new suitcase. We were surprised by how much we loved China, and it is safe to say that is because of the quality of service we got from Odynovo. Oh, and the hotels were great, too! In our first hotel my wife fell in love with her breakfast soup that she had to have every morning, while in Xi'an we were right around the corner from the Muslim Night Market and were able to get to it in less than 5 minutes of walking.We are already looking to see what tours we will be doing next through Odynovo, as the service was amazing, the quality was remarkable, and the cost was very worth it for what we received.
Shannon V

05 Aug 2025

Fabulous! We had a fabulous experience with our guide and Odynovo walking the Great Wall of China, and all other sites in Beijing. We loved our Peking duck dinner. It was fabulous. Thank you, Sammie/Jing for a great experience.
domotic d

05 Aug 2025

Beijing Beauty It started off with a friendly face at the airport, with Roy, our tour guide.The week has been such a pleasure and a treat. From adventures to The Great Wall, Temple of Heaven and the Forbidden City, to local markets, delicious Beijing food and roof top tea houses.Roy and our driver, Mr. Zhou, were prompt in picking us up and driving us around safely.The knowledge and fact about history and Beijing that Roy knows and explains is amazing and the fact he could answer my weird and inquisitive history questionsnwoth ease was a treat.He made it so easy to enjoy ourselves and absorb all that was around us, he even takes great photos too! 😊Polite, kind and thoughtful and ever patient in letting us take our time with things that interested us.I would highly recommend this tour and Roy again and again.
Zarah B

05 Aug 2025

Amazing travel experience My name is Zarah M. Babangida a Nigerian and i visited Beijing with my colleagues from the office. During our 5 day stay in Beijing, Ms. Eva Ma, was our Tour guide and from the minute we came through the Arrival Gate of the Airport, we were embraced by her alluring smile and warm welcome. She remained consistent with her warmth, a kind and intelligent professional who exuded unique passion not just for her job as a tour guide but, even more so as a proud Chinese woman. Her outstanding insight and knowledge of the sweet Chinese history and heritage left us in awe. I couldn't be more proud and thankful that she was assigned to our group and she made our stay exciting, fun-filled effortless and knowledge packed. I absolutely commend her dedication to work which she depicted throughout our stay. I recommend her to every visiting tourist because to know Eva, is to love her. If it were up to me, i will increase her bonuses or upgrade her salary as i am sure most tourists would want or revisit for her sake first and then perhaps other reasons.Thank you Eva and keep the passion up🙌.

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