Imperial China – From Beijing to Shanghai

09.03.2026.
Travel by plane
1750 €
Highlights:

Beijing

Xi’an

Suzhou

Hangzhou

Sanghai

Itinerary
Day 1
Sarajevo-Beijing

Flight from Sarajevo to China.

Day 2
Beijing

Arrival in Beijing in the late afternoon (estimated with Turkish Airlines or Emirates).
Transfer to the hotel and check-in.
Optional dinner.

Day 3
Beijing

Full day free or optional excursion to Tian’anmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven (lunch not included).

Visit Tian’anmen Square, one of the most impressive public squares in the world, located in the heart of Beijing.

Then visit the Forbidden City, exploring the halls and gardens of the largest ancient imperial palace in the world, best preserved in China, and a site of great historical significance.

Afterwards, visit the Temple of Heaven, surrounded by imperial-style architecture from the Ming and Qing dynasties, representing a masterpiece of imperial design.

Day 4
Beijing

Full day free or optional excursion to the Great Wall – Juyongguan.

Transfer to the Juyongguan section of the Great Wall, originally built between 770 and 475 BCE.

The Wall stretches across the mountainous landscape about 75 km northwest of Beijing, with high and steep ramparts and watchtowers offering stunning views.

Return to the city center and transfer to Qianmen Street. Walk along the street and experience the culture and history of Beijing.

Day 5
Beijing – Xi’an

Transfer to the railway station and high-speed train ride to Xi’an (approximately 4.5–5.5 hours). Upon arrival in Xi’an, meet your guide at the station.

Visit the Muslim Quarter, where you will have the opportunity to try local specialties at the market.

Day 6
Xi'an

Full day free or optional excursion (lunch not included).

Visit the Terracotta Army, featuring over 6,000 life-sized figures of soldiers and horses arranged in perfect battle formation, showcasing the exquisite sculpting craftsmanship of the time.

Visit the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.

Day 7
Xi’an – Suzhou

Transfer to the railway station and high-speed train ride to Suzhou (approximately 6 hours). Arrival in Suzhou, one of the most beautiful cities in China, known for its narrow ancient streets and numerous canals, earning it the nickname “Venice of China.”

Visit Pingjiang Street, a historic street dating back to the Southern Song Dynasty. Its well-preserved blocks represent the epitome of ancient Suzhou.

Day 8
Suzhou – Hangzhou

Suzhou is famous for its classical South Chinese gardens. The most intriguing and exquisite are the Master of the Nets Garden and the Lion Grove Garden, where views change at every turn of the path, offering a perfect blend of rocks, water, and greenery.

Photo stop at Panmen Gate, a well-known historic site in Suzhou.

Transfer to Hangzhou, also known as the “Heaven on Earth.”

Day 9
Hangzhou

Full day free or optional excursion in Hangzhou. Walk along West Lake and enjoy a boat ride on the lake.

Visit Huagang Guanyu Garden. Explore Hefang Street, located on the northern slope of Wu Shan Hill, home to many shops, restaurants, and teahouses, and once the center of politics, culture, and commerce.

Visit the ancient Huqing Yutang Pharmacy, where you can learn about traditional Chinese herbal medicine practices.

Walk through the Meijiawu Tea Plantation and learn about Dragon Well tea.

Day 10
Hangzhou – Shanghai

Transfer to the water town of Xitang (approximately 1.5 hours). Visit Xitang, where you can experience the traditional way of life from centuries ago: low houses along the canals, elderly people drinking tea, intersecting waterways, and old stone bridges.

Transfer to Shanghai (approximately 1.5 hours). Walk through the M50 Art Zone, one of Shanghai’s iconic creative parks, formerly a textile factory and now home to over 140 art studios and galleries from 20 countries, recommended by Time magazine.

Day 11
Shanghai

Full day free or optional excursion (lunch not included). Visit The Bund, the Old City, and Yu Garden (closed on Mondays), located in the heart of the Old City, an example of classical Ming Dynasty design.

Visit the Jade Buddha Temple, a popular Buddhist sanctuary famous for its white Jade Buddha statue.

Day 12
Shanghai

Time for shopping in Shanghai, visiting Nanjing Road, Huaihai Road, and Xintiandi streets (approximately 6 hours).

Transfer to the airport for the flight to Europe.

Day 13
Shanghai - Sarajevo

Arrival home and end of the journey.

What's included
  • Air ticket on the route Sarajevo – Beijing; Shanghai – Sarajevo

  • Airport–hotel–airport transfers

  • 10 nights in 4★ hotels with breakfast

  • High-speed trains

  • All transfers

  • Entrance tickets for excursions

  • Local guide

What's not included
  • Tips

  • Personal expenses

  • Tickets / Entrance fees

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