7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Non-refundable booking. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train worth booking?
7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train is a 168-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $533 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 168 hours
- From
- $533 per person
Discover China's iconic treasures of Beijing Xian Shanghai on this seamless 7-day private journey. Walk the magnificent Mutianyu Great Wall Mutianyu, stand before the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors, and witness Shangh
What you get
About this experience
Discover China's iconic treasures of Beijing Xian Shanghai on this seamless 7-day private journey. Walk the magnificent Mutianyu Great Wall Mutianyu, stand before the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors, and witness Shanghai's dazzling skyline at the Bund. Travel comfortably between cities via high-speed rail while enjoying skip-the-line access to major attractions. Your journey includes seamless airport transfers in Beijng and Shanghai (okay to adjust to train station transfer if you need), carefully selected comfortable or luxury hotels with daily breakfast, business class ai-conditioned vehicles, and the expertise of local guides dedicated to bringing each destination to life. Designed for small groups seeking a personalized and immersive experience, this tour maintains a strict none-shopping policy to ensure every moment is spent discovering China's authentic wonders.
What's included
Included
- Shanghai airport drop-off service (or train station)
- A bottle of mineral water per pax per day
- Private transfers in air-conditioned vehicle with licensed driver
- 2nd class bullet train Beijing – Xian – Shanghai
- 1st class bullet train Beijing – Xian – Shanghai (If you choose this option))
- Beijing airport (or train station) pickup on the first day
- 6 nights' ccommodation (comfortable or luxury) with daily breakfast in hotel (2 people sharing)
- Private, small-group experience for personalized attention (No-shops)
- Entrance fees (first gate) as list in the itinerary
- All local taxes and fees
- Services of an English speaking local tour guide during the sightseeing days
Not included
- Personal expense
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Guide service on the train
- Any meals
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Beijing
Meeting point
Beijing
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
5* Hotels & 1st Class Train
5 star luxury hotel : Crowne Plaza BEIJING CHAOYANG U-TOWN by IHG, Sheraton Xi'an North City Hotel, Renaissance Shanghai or similar stardand 1st class bullet train tickets: If first-class tickets from Xi'an to Shanghai are sold out, we will arrange second-class ones and refund the price difference Pickup included
4* Hotels & 2nd Class Trains
4 star comfortable hotel: Mercure Beijing Downtown Hotel, Mercure Xi'an Downtown, SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund or hotels in similar class 2nd class high speed trains 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
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- China Travel Service
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- You will be contacted at least one day ahead of the travel day via email to advise the pickup info. The tour guide will also call you or leave you a message through your hotel room the night before tour about pickup time.
- You are suggested to wear comfortable shoes on tour day.
- Daily service is limited to 8 hours. Overtime fee shall be paid to guide and driver on site.
Photos
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Physical effort
1 mentionExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for 7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Trip to China
The local operator did a wonderful job on making arrangements to make our trip so comfortable. They went out of their way to meet our needs. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and helpful. China is a very clean and beautiful country. People are friendly. We felt safe walking around at night. The squat toilet is quite a challenge though.
Response from the operator: Dear friend, Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that our team's arrangements and knowledgeable guides made your trip comfortable and memorable. It's great to know you felt safe and enjoyed China's cleanliness and friendly atmosphere. We appreciate your understanding regarding local facilities. We look forward to seeing you on your next China trip with us! Warm regards, China Xian Tour
via Viator
Family Holiday
The tour guide assign to us was very knowledgeable on the history of the places that we had visited and that was very important to us as this trip was mainly to expose our 2 boys to appreciate the Chinese history.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind review of our China tour! Your satisfaction of our travel service is what we always pursuit. We look forward to serving you with more wonderful journeys in the future. Best regards.
via Tripadvisor
One of our best organized trip
Our trip to China was one of our best trips. CXT - China Xian Tours did an excellent job in organizing our trip. Our domestic flights, pick ups, tour guides, tickets every thing was so well done. Even though language is a problem in China, we had no trouble, because our tour guides were good English speakers. I would like to mention a few names. Grace at CXT did the great job organizing the trip. Pong Shu Li (Shelley) who was such a sweet tour guide in Zhangjiajie and Helen in Beijing who was very helpful in arranging food for us and she had a good knowledge about the city and it’s history.
Response from the operator: Hi Sonia, We are so grateful for you to choose our service and give us such nice comment. Your satisfaction is our highest goal. We are so glad that all arrangements went smooth and you enjoyed the tour with our guide Shelley and Helen. They will be very delighted to know you praised them. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you travel to China in the future. We are looking forward to meeting you again. Thanks again for your recommendation. All the best, Grace | China Xian Tour
via Tripadvisor
7 day private tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by flight
I am reviewing the tour experience as a whole, not the specific sights. Our family (2 adults, 2 teenage boys) enjoyed this private tour from the China Xian Tour company. Communication with the company ("Sophia") and payment prior to the trip went fine, without any hitches. Sophia checked in with us in each new city to let us know the name of our guide and the start time for the next morning's tour. We went in February, which meant smog (bad in Xian and Shanghai) and some snow, but those were the dates our schedule could accommodate. We paid for the 5* accommodations, and they ranged from adequate (the Beijing Prime Hotel could have been cleaner, and the beds were extremely firm) to very good (Novotel Xian) to superb (Shanghai Sunrise by the Bund). In each city, my husband and I had rooms with king beds and the boys had separate rooms with twin beds. Each hotel had a nice breakfast buffet included, with both Chinese and Western options. We took flights everywhere (didn't realize the bullet train was an option). The tour company arranged to pick us up and drop us off at the airports and shuttle us throughout the day in a 7-passenger van, typically dropping us off in the late afternoon for dinner on our own. All 3 drivers and tour guides were prompt and courteous. Our Shanghai driver didn't smoke while we were in the van, but the vehicle smelled strongly of smoke, which was unpleasant. The tour guides were fluent in English and had a basic stock of information about all the sights but did have to look a few things up to answer our questions. Our Xian tour guide ("Wendy") deserves special mention - she sat with us at lunch and ordered exceptional meals for us in response to our comment that we thought we were being served less spicy food, probably because we were American. In the other cities, we had adequate but not fantastic lunches of several courses. Wendy also came into the Xian airport with us and helped us through the process of scanning our luggage and getting our tickets/seat assignments, which was very kind. We mostly took the standard tour (you can see the full itinerary on the chinaxiantour.com website), although I'm sure the company would have customized it more if we had asked. We did a few extra activities: we took the gondola up and down to walk on the Great Wall (might have been fun to hike in summer), we biked the full circuit of the old City Wall in Xian with the boys on a tandem (lots of fun!), and we attended the dumpling banquet and Tang dynasty music/dance performance in Xian (we all loved the dumplings; 1 adult and 1 boy liked the performance, the other 2 not so much). The high point for me was the terra cotta warriors - one of the most incredible sights I have ever seen. So overall the trip was a very good experience, with one star deducted for the Beijing hotel, the less than stellar lunches in Beijing and Shanghai, and the smoky Shanghai van. Request Wendy as a tour guide for the Xian leg if you can - she is a lovely person and very helpful.
Response from the operator: Dear Julie, Thank you so much for taking your time to review China Xian Tour. We’re very delighted to know that you and your family enjoyed the Beijing-Xian-Shanghai tour. Wendy is one of our best tour guides and always tries her best to give customers a wonderful experience. She was so happy that you praised her so highly. Thanks again for sharing your experience with us. We will further improve ourselves and wish have opportunities to provide service for you again on your next visit to China. Sincerely, Sophia | China Xian Tour
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 168 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $533 to $4127
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does 7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train cost?
+
Prices start at $533 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train take?
+
Plan for about 168 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 Beijing is not rushed.
Is 7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train?
+
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 7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 168-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train?
+
Around 1 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 Beijing 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?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 168-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing 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 Beijing?
+
On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. 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 Beijing?
+
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 Beijing?
+
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?
+
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.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for 7 Days Private Tour of Beijing, Xian, Shanghai by Bullet Train.
Pick your date
