Beijing and the Great Wall of China
Beijing is a city in transformation, with fast-paced development thriving alongside historically significant sights like the Forbidden City.
Experience Chinese culture—from a Legend of Kung Fu show to a Peking duck dinner—and visit the greatest monument of all: the Great Wall. Construction on the Wall began in the 3rd century B.C., and today it extends for more than 3,000 miles.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to China
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Day 2: Beijing
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Day 3: Beijing
Take a guided tour of Beijing
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Tiananmen Square [tyahn-ahn-men]
- Forbidden City
- Summer Palace
Enjoy a dragon boat ride (Available April–October only)
Participate in a tai chi lesson
Enjoy a Peking duck dinner
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Day 4: Beijing • Badaling
Take a day trip to the Badaling section of the Great Wall of China
Participate in a tea ceremony
Attend the Legend of Kung Fu show
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Day 5: Beijing
Visit the Temple of Heaven Park (time permitting)
Participate in a calligraphy lesson
Take a walking tour of the alleys of Old Beijing in the Nanluoguxiang district
Stop to snack on some local street food
Take a rickshaw tour of a traditional Beijing neighborhood
Enjoy an authentic Chinese meal with a local family
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Day 6: Beijing
Visit the Yonghe Lamasery TempleVisit the 798 Dashanzi Modern Art ZoneVisit with local students
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Acrobatics show
Witness a thrilling display of gravity-defying acrobatics performed by talented performers. For more than 2,000 years, Chinese acrobats have been perfecting this unique form of performance art. Acrobatic troupes continue to dazzle audiences with unusual feats of balance and flexibility complemented by vibrant costumes, elaborate sets, and traditional music.
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Day 7: Beijing
See the Bird’s Nest Olympic stadium
Walk through Jingshan Park and enjoy a panoramic view of the Forbidden City
Explore Beijing on your own
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Day 8: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 8: Beijing • Shanghai
Travel by high-speed train to Shanghai
Visit the Shanghai World Financial Center
Walk along the Bund, a colonial-era center for international banking and trade
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Day 9: Shanghai
Take a guided tour of Shanghai
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Jade Buddha Temple
- Yu Garden, whose name literally means “happiness”
Take a walking tour of Nanjing Road
With your Tour Director you will:
- Explore one of the world’s busiest shopping streets
- Interact with locals as you navigate the bustling crowds
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to China
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Day 2: Beijing
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 3: Beijing
Take a guided tour of Beijing
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Tiananmen Square [tyahn-ahn-men]
- Forbidden City
- Summer Palace
Enjoy a dragon boat ride (Available April–October only)
Participate in a tai chi lesson
Enjoy a Peking duck dinner
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Day 4: Beijing • Badaling
Take a day trip to the Badaling section of the Great Wall of China
Participate in a tea ceremony
Attend the Legend of Kung Fu show
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Day 5: Beijing
Visit the Temple of Heaven Park (time permitting)
Participate in a calligraphy lesson
Take a walking tour of the alleys of Old Beijing in the Nanluoguxiang district
Stop to snack on some local street food
Take a rickshaw tour of a traditional Beijing neighborhood
Enjoy an authentic Chinese meal with a local family
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Day 6: Beijing
Visit the Yonghe Lamasery TempleVisit the 798 Dashanzi Modern Art ZoneVisit with local students
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Acrobatics show
Witness a thrilling display of gravity-defying acrobatics performed by talented performers. For more than 2,000 years, Chinese acrobats have been perfecting this unique form of performance art. Acrobatic troupes continue to dazzle audiences with unusual feats of balance and flexibility complemented by vibrant costumes, elaborate sets, and traditional music.
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Day 7: Beijing
See the Bird’s Nest Olympic stadium
Walk through Jingshan Park and enjoy a panoramic view of the Forbidden City
Explore Beijing on your own
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Day 8: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 8: Beijing • Shanghai
Travel by high-speed train to Shanghai
Visit the Shanghai World Financial Center
Walk along the Bund, a colonial-era center for international banking and trade
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Day 9: Shanghai
Take a guided tour of Shanghai
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Jade Buddha Temple
- Yu Garden, whose name literally means “happiness”
Take a walking tour of Nanjing Road
With your Tour Director you will:
- Explore one of the world’s busiest shopping streets
- Interact with locals as you navigate the bustling crowds
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; internal high-speed train with extension
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Hotels
6 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (8 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
1 sightseeing tour led by an expert, licensed local guide (2 with extension); 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director
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Entrances
Summer Palace; Forbidden City; Tiananmen Square; dragon boat ride (seasonal); tai chi lesson; Great Wall of China; tea ceremony; Legend of Kung Fu show; Temple of Heaven Park; calligraphy lesson; Hutong rickshaw tour; authentic meal with a local family; Yonghe Lamasery; school visit; Jingshan Park; with extension: Shanghai World Financial Center; Jade Buddha Temple; Yu Garden
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.
