BEIJING + SHANGHAI 6D5N TOUR

6 Days 5 Nights
  • Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA)
  • Beijing Capital International Airport
  • 5 Star
  • 5 Breakfast / 3 Lunch / 2 Dinner
  • Family, Child Friendly, Cultural, Friends, Couple
  • April to May & September & October
  • English
  • 30

Overview

This 6-day, 5-night "Beijing Shanghai Tour" offers a comprehensive experience of both Beijing's historical grandeur and Shanghai's modern vibrancy. The tour includes round trip airfare via Philippine Airlines with 25 kilos checked baggage, 5 nights accommodation in 5-star hotels based on twin sharing with daily breakfast, Beijing-Shanghai bullet train (second class), private coach transportation, and an English-speaking tour guide.

Highlights

  • Water Cube (outside view): This refers to the Beijing National Aquatics Center, a visually distinctive building known for its "bubble" exterior. Originally built for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, it's admired for its unique architecture, and the tour offers an exterior view.
  • Bird's Nest in Beijing (outside view): This is the Beijing National Stadium, another iconic venue from the 2008 Olympics, famous for its intricate steel lattice design resembling a bird's nest. Like the Water Cube, the tour includes an outside view to appreciate its structure.
  • Wangfujing Walking Street: A famous and bustling commercial street in Beijing, known for its wide array of shops, department stores, and eateries. It's a popular spot for both local and international brands, offering a vibrant shopping and dining experience.
  • Tiananmen Square: One of the largest public squares in the world, located in the heart of Beijing. It's a historically significant site, surrounded by important government buildings and monuments, serving as a symbol of China.
  • Forbidden City: A vast imperial palace complex that served as the home of Chinese emperors and the ceremonial and political center of Chinese government for almost 500 years. It's a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its magnificent architecture and extensive collections of artifacts.
  • Juyongguan Great Wall: This is one of the three great mountain passes of the Great Wall of China. It's known for its strategic importance, impressive fortifications, and beautiful surrounding scenery, offering a chance to walk along a well-preserved section of the Wall.
  • Qianmen old street: A historic commercial street in Beijing, located south of Tiananmen Square. It has been restored to its traditional architectural style and offers a glimpse into old Beijing with shops, restaurants, and cultural experiences.
  • Xianyukuo food street: A culinary street located near Qianmen, famous for its diverse range of traditional Beijing snacks and local delicacies. It's a great place to sample authentic Chinese street food.
  • Summer Palace: A vast complex of lakes, gardens, and palaces in Beijing, renowned for its exquisite landscape design and significant historical and cultural value. It was an imperial garden and a retreat for the Qing dynasty emperors.
  • The Bund, Oriental Pearl (outside view): The Bund is Shanghai's iconic waterfront promenade, featuring a collection of colonial-era buildings that contrast with the futuristic skyline of Pudong, including the distinctive Oriental Pearl TV Tower. The tour offers an outside view of these landmarks, perfect for photography.
  • The World's largest Starbucks Flagship store: This refers to an exceptionally large and prominent Starbucks location in Shanghai, offering a unique and immersive coffee experience, often with specialized brewing methods, exclusive merchandise, and a distinct architectural design.
  • LV mega shop: A very substantial and often architecturally impressive retail outlet for Louis Vuitton, a globally recognized luxury fashion brand. These "mega shops" typically house a vast collection of the brand's high-end products, providing an expansive and luxurious shopping experience.

Itinerary

  • Day
    01

    MANILA - BEIJING (X/X/D)

    PR 358 MNLPEK 0710 1155

    Arrival in Beijing. Meet the tour guide at the airport.

    Outside view of the Water Cube. Outside view of the Bird's Nest in Beijing. After dinner, transfer to hotel and check-in.

  • Day
    02

    BEIJING (B/L/X)

    Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to jewelry shop, Juyongguan Great Wall, Jade Shop, Wangfujing Walking Street (Dinner by pax own). Transfer back to hotel.

  • Day
    03

    BEIJING (B/L/X)

    Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Chinese medicine shop, tea shop.

    Free shopping at Qianmen street and Xianyukou food street. Transfer back to hotel.

  • Day
    04

    BEIJING - SHANGHAI (B/L/D)

    Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Summer Palace. After lunch, take a bullet train to Shanghai. Arrive in Shanghai and meet the tour guide. Proceed to visit The Bund. Oriental Pearl (outside view). Transfer to hotel and check-in.

  • Day
    05

    SHANGHAI (B/X/X)

    Breakfast at the hotel. Free and easy day.

    Optional tour: USD 120/PAX Disneyland Shanghai (Including one day pass admission ticket, round trip transfers, tour guide, pick up after firework show).

  • Day
    06

    SHANGHAI - MANILA (B/X/X)

    PR 337 PVGMNL 1655 2050

    Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Latex shop. Visit The World's largest Starbucks Flagship store, LV mega ship. Proceed to airport to fly back to Manila.

Inclusions

  • Economic Airfare and tax via Philippine Airlines (Round Trip)
  • Baggage Allowance: 1 piece (25kg) - Check-in
  • Beijing - Shanghai bullet train Second class ticket
  • 5 nights room accommodation based on twin sharing at choice hotel with daily hotel breakfast
  • Private coach with English Speaking tour guide
  • Sightseeing tours as specified including the first way entrance fee needed
  • Meals: as listed in the itinerary

Exclusions

  • Economic Airfare and tax via Philippine Airlines (Round Trip)
  • Baggage Allowance: 1 piece (25kg) - Check-in
  • Beijing - Shanghai bullet train Second class ticket
  • 5 nights room accommodation based on twin sharing at choice hotel with daily hotel breakfast
  • Private coach with English Speaking tour guide
  • Sightseeing tours as specified including the first way entrance fee needed
  • Meals: as listed in the itinerary

FAQ's

What is the duration of the tour?

The tour is 6 days and 5 nights.

Which airline is used for this tour?

Philippine Airlines is used for this tour.

What is the baggage allowance for the flight?

The tour includes 1 piece (25kg) for checked baggage.

What type of accommodation is provided?

5 nights room accommodation based on twin sharing in choice 5-star hotels with daily breakfast.

Is the Beijing-Shanghai bullet train included?

Yes, a second-class ticket for the Beijing-Shanghai bullet train is included.

Are meals included in the tour package?

Meals are included as listed in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner, X=no meal).

Is an English-speaking tour guide provided?

Yes, a private coach with an English-speaking tour guide is included.

Are entrance fees to attractions included?

Yes, sightseeing tours as specified in the itinerary, including first-way entrance fees where needed, are included.

What are the excluded costs?

Exclusions include personal expenses, extra baggage allowance, travel insurance, Philippines Travel tax (USD 31 per person), China Group Visa (USD 40 per person), tips for driver and guide (USD 70 per person), and single supplement (USD 180 per person).

How much is the tipping for the driver and guide?

Tips for the driver and guide are USD 70 per person.

What is the optional tour available?

An optional tour to Shanghai Disneyland is available for USD 120 per person, which includes a one-day pass, round-trip transfers, and a tour guide pick-up after the firework show.