Wall to Bund
Best for
Couples, Culture Seekers
Duration
5N/6D
Season
April–May, September–October
Difficulty
Easy
Vibe
Cultural, Heritage
A Tibro Journey
Mutianyu's stretch of the Great Wall and the Forbidden City in Beijing, then the bullet train to Shanghai, where the colonial Bund faces a skyline that wasn't there thirty years ago.
Beijing & Shanghai Discovery is a 5N/6D heritage & culture journey through China. Highlights include Great Wall Mutianyu, Forbidden City & Tiananmen, Bund & Jin Mao Tower.
Signature Moments
Three Mornings You'll Remember
No. 01
Great Wall Mutianyu
Great Wall Mutianyu
No. 02
Forbidden City & Tiananmen
Forbidden City & Tiananmen
No. 03
Bund & Jin Mao Tower
Bund & Jin Mao Tower
No. 01
Great Wall Mutianyu
Great Wall Mutianyu
No. 02
Forbidden City & Tiananmen
Forbidden City & Tiananmen
No. 03
Bund & Jin Mao Tower
Bund & Jin Mao Tower
Day by Day
5N/6D, in order
Day 1
Arrive Beijing
Upon arrival in Beijing, you will be warmly greeted and assisted with your transfer to the hotel. After completing the check-in formalities, the rest of the day is at leisure, allowing you to relax after your journey or explore the surroundings on your own. In the evening, proceed to a local restaurant for dinner, where you can enjoy authentic cuisine. Overnight stay in Beijing.
Day 2
Mutianyu Pass & Summer Palace
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Beijing. Begin with a visit to the Great Wall at the Mutianyu Pass, one of the most scenic and well-preserved sections of the Wall. Enjoy a cable car ride that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and the Wall stretching into the distance. Later, visit a Jade Factory, where you can learn about the significance of jade in Chinese culture and observe skilled craftsmanship. Continue with a photo stop at the Olympic Stadium, famously known as the Bird’s Nest, and the nearby Water Cube, capturing memorable photographs of these iconic landmarks. In the afternoon, explore the magnificent Summer Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its beautiful gardens, tranquil lakes, ornate pavilions, and historic corridors that once served as a royal retreat. After the tour, return to the hotel. Overnight stay in Beijing.
Day 3
Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City
After breakfast at the hotel, set out to explore some of Beijing’s most iconic landmarks. Begin with a visit to Tiananmen Square, one of the largest public squares in the world and a site of great historical and political significance. Continue to the magnificent Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former imperial palace of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, where you can admire its grand halls, ancient courtyards, and rich architectural heritage. Later, enjoy free time for shopping at Xiushui Market (Silk Market), a popular destination for souvenirs, silk products, clothing, and local handicrafts, offering an authentic shopping experience. After a day of sightseeing and shopping, return to the hotel. Overnight stay in Beijing.
Day 4
Bullet Train to Shanghai –
After breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed with a transfer to the railway station to board your high-speed train to Shanghai. Sit back and relax during the comfortable journey, which takes approximately 5–6 hours, offering glimpses of China’s changing landscapes along the way. Upon arrival in Shanghai, you will be met and assisted with a transfer to your hotel. Check in and spend the rest of the day at leisure, giving you time to unwind or explore the surroundings on your own. Overnight stay in Shanghai.
Day 5
Shanghai City Tour – Jade Buddha Temple & Jinmao Tower
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a guided tour of Shanghai’s key attractions. Begin with a visit to the serene Jade Buddha Temple, renowned for its beautifully carved jade Buddha statues and peaceful atmosphere. Continue to the Silk Factory, where you can learn about the traditional silk-making process and view a range of high-quality silk products. Later, visit the Jin Mao Tower and ascend to the 88th-floor Observation Deck, offering spectacular panoramic views of Shanghai’s modern skyline and the Huangpu River. In the afternoon, enjoy shopping time at Nanjing Road, one of the world’s busiest shopping streets, lined with international brands, local stores, and eateries. Conclude the day with a visit to the iconic Bund area, famous for its historic colonial architecture and stunning views of Pudong’s futuristic skyline. After a fulfilling day, return to the hotel. Overnight stay in Shanghai.
Day 6
Departure From Shanghai
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight back home. ***END OF TOUR*** ***BASED ON 01 PAX TRAVELING TOGETHER***
Where You'll Stay
Hand-Picked Hotels
Beijing
Grand Skylight Royal Hotel
Shanghai
Guangdong Hotel Shanghai
Beijing
Grand Skylight Royal Hotel
Shanghai
Guangdong Hotel Shanghai
Honestly
Things most travel sites won't tell you.
On-the-ground details your designer wishes every guest knew before they landed.
Things to Look Out For
The Great Firewall, and the workaround
Google, WhatsApp, Instagram and most Western apps are blocked inside China. Set up a working VPN before you fly. It is much harder to install one once you are there. And download offline maps. WeChat is the app that runs everything locally, from messaging to paying; it is worth setting up in advance with a linked card.
Phones pay, not cards
China runs almost cashless, and not on Visa. On Alipay and WeChat Pay QR codes. Foreign cards now link to both, but set it up before the trip; many small vendors, taxis and even temples take nothing else. Carry a little cash as backup, but expect to pay for most things by scanning a code on your phone.
Which stretch of the Wall
The Great Wall near Beijing has several restored sections. Badaling is closest and the most crowded; Mutianyu, a little further, has a cable car up, a toboggan down, and far more breathing room. Go early to either. The tour buses arrive mid-morning. And wear real shoes, the steps are steep and uneven.
- №1
The Great Firewall, and the workaround
Google, WhatsApp, Instagram and most Western apps are blocked inside China. Set up a working VPN before you fly. It is much harder to install one once you are there. And download offline maps. WeChat is the app that runs everything locally, from messaging to paying; it is worth setting up in advance with a linked card.
- №2
Phones pay, not cards
China runs almost cashless, and not on Visa. On Alipay and WeChat Pay QR codes. Foreign cards now link to both, but set it up before the trip; many small vendors, taxis and even temples take nothing else. Carry a little cash as backup, but expect to pay for most things by scanning a code on your phone.
- №3
Which stretch of the Wall
The Great Wall near Beijing has several restored sections. Badaling is closest and the most crowded; Mutianyu, a little further, has a cable car up, a toboggan down, and far more breathing room. Go early to either. The tour buses arrive mid-morning. And wear real shoes, the steps are steep and uneven.
The Details
What's Included
Included
- Accommodation with breakfast in standard room category.
- Lunch and Dinners at Indian restaurants
- Sightseeing as stated, first gate entrance fee.
- English speaking local guide and all private transfers with A/C.
- 2 bottles of mineral water per person per day.
Not Included
- 5% Goods & Service Tax (GST) is applicable additional on total invoice.
- 5%/ 20% Tax collected at source (TCS) - claimable
- Cost of Meals other than those specified in inclusions.
Plan Your Timing
When to Go
For the Beijing–Shanghai axis, spring and autumn are the windows. April to May and September to October bring mild, clearer days and the parks at their best (autumn is often the crispest, least humid stretch). Summer, June to August, is hot, humid and the busy domestic-travel season, with crowds at every major sight. Winter, November to March, is cold and dry in the north, grey and damp in Shanghai, but quiet. China is vast, so a southern or western route shifts these windows.
Your Memoir
Here's how you'll remember it.
Vol. 1, A Tibro memoir, printed on archival paper, shipped after you return.
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