Discover the details of Yu Garden before seeing Shanghai’s changing skyline from the Bund.
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Spirit of China
Ten private days from Shanghai through Suzhou’s canals and Hangzhou’s lake scenery to Xi’an and BeijingEvery journey can be tailored to you.
Your dates, route, pace, stays and experiences.Tailor this journeySTART / FINISHShanghai → Beijing
THE JOURNEY
Follow China from garden rooms and waterways to ancient capitals, with private guiding through Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Xi’an and Beijing.
Begin beside Shanghai’s Huangpu River, then explore the smaller worlds of Suzhou’s gardens and canal-side streets. Hangzhou opens the view again with West Lake before the journey turns to the archaeology of Xi’an and the imperial spaces of Beijing. Second-class rail and one domestic flight connect these five cities. This ten-day itinerary is a starting point: we work with you on the hotels, timing and pace so the journey reflects your interests.
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Why this journey
Explore the Master of the Nets Garden and see Suzhou from its canal and the lanes of Pingjiang Road.
Cruise on West Lake, take in the Qiantang River from Six Harmonies Pagoda and walk the shopfronts of Qinghefang.
Look closely at the Terracotta Army and explore the towers, walls and market streets of Xi’an.
Walk through Beijing’s imperial landmarks, courtyard lanes, Great Wall scenery and Summer Palace gardens.
DAY BY DAY
Your day-by-day journey.
Use this itinerary as a starting point. We can adjust the route, time in each place and experiences with you while planning your trip.
Shanghai
Your first day in Shanghai
Your driver meets you at the airport for a private transfer to your hotel. Keep the rest of the day open to settle in and rest after your arrival.
DOPrivate airport welcome · Transfer to the Shanghai hotel
EATAt leisure
STAYCentrally located hotel in Shanghai · Room category confirmed in the proposal
MOVEPrivate air-conditioned vehicle
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Getting around
HOW YOU MOVE
The road is part of the story.
Connections chosen for comfort, timing and the rhythm of the route.
03 TRANSPORT DETAILS
Air-conditioned vehicle with driverPrivate transfers and city touring Shanghai · Suzhou · Hangzhou · Xi’an · BeijingPrivate airport and station transfers connect with air-conditioned vehicles for the city touring and ground services listed in your itinerary.
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We choose vehicle size around your party and luggage. The photographs illustrate luggage assistance, driver service and seating comfort; the exact make, model and local operator may vary.
- Service
- Private
- Coverage
- Listed transfers and touring
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Shanghai → Suzhou → Hangzhou and Xi’an → Beijing · second classThree high-speed rail journeys Shanghai → Suzhou → Hangzhou · Xi’an → BeijingTravel in second class on the high-speed trains from Shanghai to Suzhou, Suzhou to Hangzhou and Xi’an to Beijing.
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The photographs give a representative view of Fuxing trains, stations and second-class cabins. We confirm the exact services, stations, seats and departure times after tickets are released.
- Class
- Second class
- Journeys
- 3
- Booking
- Included
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Domestic economy-class flightHangzhou to Xi’an by air Hangzhou → Xi’anAfter your day at West Lake, an included economy-class domestic flight connects Hangzhou with Xi’an.
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Ticketing confirms the airline, airports, flight number, baggage allowance and transfer times, with applicable taxes included. The photographs illustrate air travel and do not identify a particular carrier for your trip.
- Cabin
- Economy
- Taxes
- Included
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SLEEP
A soft landing, every night.
Places to settle in, chosen for comfort, character and a genuine sense of place.
01 STAY DETAIL
9 nights · Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Xi’an and BeijingCity-centre hotels with breakfast Shanghai · Suzhou · Hangzhou · Xi’an · BeijingSpend nine nights in centrally located hotels, with breakfast each morning from Day 2 to Day 10.
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We select and confirm each hotel, room type and bedding arrangement with you in the tailored proposal. Properties, star ratings and room categories are not fixed by this starting itinerary.
- Nights
- 9
- Breakfast
- Included
- Properties
- Confirmed in proposal
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EAT
The journey, told at the table.
Restaurants, markets and local tables that give each place its flavour.
01 DINING DETAIL
9 breakfasts · 7 lunches · dinners openHotel breakfasts and Chinese lunches Shanghai · Suzhou · Hangzhou · Xi’an · BeijingHotel breakfasts from Day 2 to Day 10 and seven Chinese lunches accompany the sightseeing days shown in your itinerary.
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The photographs introduce flavours from Shanghai, Xi’an and Beijing; they do not set the restaurants or menus for your trip. Peking duck and a Xi’an dumpling banquet remain optional dinner ideas.
- Breakfast
- 9
- Lunch
- 7
- Dinner
- Not included
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THE FINE PRINT, MADE CLEAR
What’s taken care of.
Included
Nine nights in centrally located hotels with breakfast
Private English-speaking local guiding and private air-conditioned ground transport
Airport, railway-station and hotel transfers shown in the itinerary
First-entry admission for the listed sightseeing visits
Seven Chinese lunches marked in the daily plan
Second-class rail tickets for Shanghai–Suzhou, Suzhou–Hangzhou and Xi’an–Beijing
Economy-class domestic flight from Hangzhou to Xi’an, including applicable taxes
Suzhou Grand Canal and short West Lake boat rides
Service charges and applicable government taxes
Not included
International flights and related taxes
China visa costs and travel insurance
Personal spending such as drinks, laundry, calls and optional activities
Tips for guides and drivers
Dinners, performances, viewpoints or side trips unless added to the confirmed proposal
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Before you go
Documents & entry
- Passport valid for at least six months
Entry and visa requirements depend on nationality and the wider travel plan. ChinaHue can provide itinerary documents, but travellers should confirm current rules before departure.
Insurance & safety
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is strongly recommended and is not included in the route.
Local support and activity-specific briefings are provided throughout the journey.
Accessibility & families
Share mobility requirements before booking so walking routes, vehicle access and hotel choices can be reviewed.
Children travel with a responsible adult; age-appropriate pacing and vehicle seating can be discussed during tailoring.
What to pack
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Weather layer and sun protection
- Reusable water bottle
- Passport used for ticket reservations
MAKE IT YOURS
Your dates,
your pace.
Send your preferred dates and party details. We will confirm hotels, rail and flight schedules, pricing and any pace adjustments in a private proposal.
TAILORED QUOTEOn request
Tell us what you need. We reply within one business day and can create a private proposal for your account.
Payment, commitment & arrangements
Your tailored proposal and booking agreement define the payment schedule and confirm your commitment.
Ticketing and supplier bookings begin only after the payment condition in your signed proposal is met.
Your final proposal shows the complete price, taxes and statutory charges before any payment is requested.
The deposit is 30% and the balance is due 45 days before departure.
Cancellation & refund schedule
Cancellation fees vary by days before departure and confirmed supplier costs.
90 days or more90+ days before departure90% refund
45–89 days45+ days before departure60% refund
15–44 days15+ days before departure30% refund
Self-service cancellation closes 15 days before departure · Asia/Shanghai · policy 2026.1.
Not automatically refundable: Confirmed supplier charges · Issued air and rail tickets
Booking terms
Final services are confirmed in your proposal and booking agreement.
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FROM THE ROAD
See the journey in motion.
Photography, short stories and longer films—all in one place.KEEP EXPLORING
