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Beijing & Xian Short Stay

7 days Classic Short Stay

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Beijing & Xian Short Stay

An itinerary that includes the current capital city and one of the four Great Ancient Capitals of China. Beijing and Xian not only give an excellent overview of Chinese history, but are home to two of China's most awe-inspiring sights.

  • Included Meals
    Breakfasts: 6 , Lunches: 4 , Dinners: 1
  • Physical Rating 1
    A reasonable level of fitness is required but it's more about spending time on your feet rather than covering large distances. You'll be getting on and off coaches and boats, walking around the sights and climbing some steps.
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    Walking, some steps and time on your feet.
Classic Short Stay
7 DAYS
Tiananmen Square Temple of Heaven Forbidden City Peking Duck Lama Temple Terracotta Warriors and Horses City Wall Muslim Quarter
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Day by Day Itinerary

Beijing (4N) - Xian (2N)
  • Day 1
    Arrive Beijing
    Day 1: Arrive Beijing

    Transfer from airport or railway station to your to your Beijing hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

  • Day 2
    Beijing
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Day 2: Beijing

    Visit Tiananmen Square followed by the treasure-filled Forbidden City and the picturesque Summer Palace. In the evening you will sample the delicious local specialty, 'Peking Duck'.

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 3
    Beijing
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Day 3: Beijing

    Enjoy a walk along the Great Wall Mutianyu pass taking in the panoramic views. You will visit the Mutianyu Great Wall and you can choose a chairlift or cable car to ascent to he summit. Stroll atop the wall to fully immerse yourself in the dramatic scenery. Descend with a thrilling toboggan ride or a serene cable car journey. After lunch you will visit the Jade Factory, and later tour the underground Ming Tombs and the Sacred Way; of the 16 Ming Dynasty Emperors, 13 are buried in this area.

    Breakfast, Lunch
  • Day 4
    Beijing
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Day 4: Beijing

    Visit the Lama Temple, China's most renowned Buddhist temple outside of Tibet, and the 15th-century Temple of Heaven.

    Breakfast, Lunch
  • Day 5
    Beijing to Xian
    Breakfast
    Day 5: Beijing to Xian

    Enjoy the morning free at your leisure before boarding a bullet train to Xian. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

    Breakfast
  • Day 6
    Xian
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Day 6: Xian

    Tour one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th Century, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses. Stop at the Xian Art Ceramics and Lacquer Exhibition. Later, visit the ancient City Wall and the Muslim Quarter. This evening enjoy a performance of traditional Tang Dynasty dancing.

    Breakfast, Lunch
  • Day 7
    Depart Xian
    Breakfast
    Day 7: Depart Xian

    Today you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

    Breakfast
Beijing & Xian Short Stay map

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When to go

The best times to visit China are in spring, April to May and autumn, September to October, when the days are warm and rainfall and humidity low.

City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • -8
    2
    -3
  • 3
  • Xian
  • -4
    5
    0
  • 7
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • -6
    5
    0
  • 5
  • Xian
  • -1
    8
    4
  • 10
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • 0
    12
    6
  • 8
  • Xian
  • 4
    14
    9
  • 29
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • 8
    20
    14
  • 21
  • Xian
  • 10
    21
    15
  • 43
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • 14
    26
    20
  • 34
  • Xian
  • 14
    26
    20
  • 60
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • 19
    30
    24
  • 78
  • Xian
  • 19
    31
    25
  • 54
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • 22
    31
    26
  • 185
  • Xian
  • 22
    32
    27
  • 99
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • 21
    30
    25
  • 160
  • Xian
  • 21
    31
    26
  • 71
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • 15
    26
    20
  • 46
  • Xian
  • 16
    25
    21
  • 92
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • 8
    19
    14
  • 22
  • Xian
  • 10
    20
    15
  • 60
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • 0
    10
    5
  • 7
  • Xian
  • 3
    12
    8
  • 24
City
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Beijing
  • -6
    4
    -1
  • 3
  • Xian
  • -2
    6
    2
  • 6

Short Stay includes

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • Economy-class flight from Beijing to Xian
  • Private transfers & touring as specified
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Meals as listed

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What our Customers Say

Rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 5363 reviews

Review for BEIJING & XIAN SHORT STAY (SUPERIOR)
Service rating : Excellent service, everything was well organised for our group which made for a stress-free experience. The local Guides were brilliant and nothing was too much trouble for them. I did find the experience of having to tip the guides personally rather uncomfortable and would have been happy for this to be paid for in advance as part of the holiday cost.
Product : Both hotels were excellent and the facilities and meals were perfect for our needs. The tours were outstanding and the local guides were always on hand to explain the history and the culture. A truly amazing and unforgettable experience which I would hope to repeat.
Sep 28, 2018
Review for BEIJING & XIAN SHORT STAY (SUPERIOR)
Service rating : guides were superb hotels were good and the trip was well organised
Product : thank you for making our holidays a memorable one
Oct 30, 2014
Review for BEIJING & XIAN SHORT STAY (SUPERIOR)
Service rating : everything was planned to perfection. we were worried about going into airports of course because of the language barrier but everybody in the Wendy Wu tours were excellent in their help, coming right into the airports and guiding us at every step. Recommend Wendy Wu anytime!!
Product : The service of the guide (candy) and the driver were amazing. So friendly and knowledgeable, helpful and flexible in every way, candy made out trip so easy and memorable. Thank you Wendy Wu
Jul 30, 2014

Our Award-Winning Guides

Meet George
Meet George

I am optimistic, easy going and dedicated. I know China and I am excited to share my knowledge with you; you are part of my family when you come to China. To know more about the fast-developing country, China and its super long history and tradition, come and join us Wendy Wu Tours. I promise you will reach home culturally fully loaded and ready to go again.

George was exceptional in his care of us all, nothing was too much trouble, he genuinely cared that we were having a great holiday. His knowledge and that of the local guides at each province gave us great insight into the history of the location and various sightseeing spectacles we were there to see.
Mr and Mrs Brown
Meet Alice
Meet Alice

"Happiness can be infectious". As a friendly, caring and easy-going guide I can ensure you will have a worry-free and most rewarding trip, with a knowledgeable, professional and light-hearted guide.

Our National Guide, Alice, was excellent and very caring and thoughtful for all the group. Our local guides were also very good and provided lots of information and were flexible to allow us enough time to see everything and even arrange extra trips.
Mr Andrew Charles
Meet Amanda
Meet Amanda

From my passion and knowledge of my country, you will experience a cross-cultural charm, full of stories and laughter on tour with me. You will be left with great memories and knowledge of China.

The success of this tour was due largely to our wonderful National Escort, Amanda, who guided our small “family” throughout and made this trip a "holiday of a lifetime". If you have the opportunity, try to arrange for Amanda to be your Tour Manager!
Mr Edward Ayling
Meet Jason
Meet Jason

This is an experience of a lifetime. If I am your guide, you will have my knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to make this an unforgettable journey.

Our tour guide Jason was brilliant & a credit to your company. He was funny, intelligent, informative, always available and would go the extra mile when needed
Mrs Carrick
Meet Tony
Meet Tony

Relax, enjoy and leave the rest to me. See the different, touch the culture and explore the beautiful, wonderful and real China with me. "Do what you love, and love what you do!" This is my slogan, and I am Tony Li, come and join the Wendy Wu Tours with me!

Our National Escort Tony we couldn't speak highly enough. He was very well conversant with the English language and very knowledgeable in the history of the great country of China. Tony catered to our every need which made our holiday stress free.
Mrs Diane Foley

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