
4-Day Private Essence China Tour including Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Beijing
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Is 4-Day Private Essence China Tour including Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Beijing worth booking?
4-Day Private Essence China Tour including Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Beijing is a 96-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $1886 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 96 hours
- From
- $1886 per person
Explore some of China’s most famous sites on a private 4-day tour to Xi'an, Guilin and Beijing from Shanghai. You’ll travel by private air-conditioned car and plane. At each destination, a local guide meets you and takes
What you get
About this experience
Explore some of China’s most famous sites on a private 4-day tour to Xi'an, Guilin and Beijing from Shanghai. You’ll travel by private air-conditioned car and plane. At each destination, a local guide meets you and takes you around the top sights. Discover the culture and history of China as you see famous sites like the Terra-cotta Army, the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, Tian'anmen Square. Xi'an City Wall and check out the local muslim quarter, Shanghai Yuyuan Garden, White Jade Buddha Temple, the Bund and Xintiandi area. Cruise down the Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo and admiring the stunning karst peaks. Tour including plane tickets, entrance fee, lunch, English speaking tour guide and private vehicle, you can choose to end your tour in Guilin or return Shanghai. Tour includes the option to book 4 star accommodation with daily breakfast.
What's included
Included
- Plane Tickets (economy class) + Guilin-Yangshuo 4 Star Cruise Ticket
- Entrance Fee + Cable car round trip or ski lift up and toboggan down at the Great Wall
- Lunch
- English-speaking guide
- Breakfast
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Overnight accommodation of standard twin room (two beds), based on twin share if choose the option
Not included
- Gratuities to tour guide and driver(recommended)
- Accommodation if you choose to have the tour only
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
End in Beijing+4 Star Hotel
3 Nights 4 Star Hotel: D1: 4 Star hotel in Guilin D2: 4 Star hotel in Xi'an D3: 4 Star hotel in Beijing End in Beijing+4 Star Hotel: D1: Shanghai fly to Guilin D2: Guilin fly to Xi'an D3: Xi'an fly to Beijing D4: Beijing Tour ends in Beijing Pickup included
Ends in Guilin-No Hotel
Please book your own hotel : Please book your own hotel Day 1 Overnight in Beijing Day 2 Overnight in Xi'an Day 3 Overnight in Guilin Ends in Guilin-No Hotel: D1: Shanghai fly to Beijing D2: Beijing fly to Xi'an D3: X'ian fly to Guilin D4:Guilin Ends in Guilin or Yangshuo Pickup included
End in Guilin with Hotel
3 Nights 4 Star hotel : D1: 4 Star hotel in Beijin D2: 4 Star hotel in Xi'an D3: 4 Star hotel in Guilin Tour including 3 Nights 4 Star hotels End in Guilin with Hotel : D1: Shanghai flyto Beijing D2: Beijing fly to Xi'an D3: Xi'an fly to Guilin D4:Guilin You can end in Guilin or Yangshuo Pickup included
End Shanghai with Hotel
3 Nights 4 Star hotels : Including Day 1: 4 Star hotel in Beijing Day 2: 4 Star hotel in Xi'an Day 3: 4 Star hotel in Guilin End Shanghai with Hotel : D1: Shanghai fly to Beijing D2: Beijing fly to Xi'an D3: Xi'an fly to Guilin D4: Guilin fly to Shanghai Ends Shanghai Pickup included
Ends in Shanghai-No hotel
Please book your own hotel : Please book your own hotel Day 1: Overnight in Beijing Day 2: Overnight in Xi'an Day 2: Overnight in Guilin Ends in Shanghai-No hotel : D1: Shanghai fly to Beijing D2: Beijing fly to Xi'an D3: Xi'an fly to Guilin D4: Guilin fly to Shanghai Ends Shanghai Pickup included
Ends in Beijing-No Hotel
Please book your own hotel : Please book your own hotel Day 1: Overnight in Guilin Day 2: Overnight in Xi'an Day 3: Overnight in Beijing Tour Ends in Beijing-No Hotel: D1: Shanghai fly to Guilin D2: Guilin fly to Xi'an D3: Xi'an fly to Beijing D4: Beijing Tour ends in Beijing Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Unique Beijing Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 96 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $1886 to $3066
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 45
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
4-Day Private Essence China Tour including Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Beijing: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does 4-Day Private Essence China Tour including Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Beijing cost?
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Prices start at $1886 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Shanghai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 4-Day Private Essence China Tour including Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Beijing take?
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Plan for about 96 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Shanghai is not rushed.
Is 4-Day Private Essence China Tour including Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Beijing worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Shanghai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 4-Day Private Essence China Tour including Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Beijing?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is 4-Day Private Essence China Tour including Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Beijing suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 96-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 4-Day Private Essence China Tour including Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Beijing?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Shanghai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Shanghai and add a light layer if any part of the 96-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 4-Day Private Essence China Tour including Shanghai, Xian, Guilin and Beijing start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Shanghai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Shanghai?
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On Outty we rank every Shanghai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights, Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option, 4-Hour Flexible Private Shanghai City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Shanghai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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