A 12-day guided journey from Beijing to Shanghai with shared hostel stays, scenic hikes, and cultural highlights across China.
  • Hike an unrestored Great Wall section at sunrise.
  • Explore the Forbidden City, then view Beijing from Jingshan Park.
  • Wander lakeside gardens at Beijing's Summer Palace.
  • Cruise West Lake and explore its island gardens.
  • Hike the 9 Creeks in Misty Woods near Hangzhou.
  • Stroll the Bund beside Shanghai's futuristic skyline.
  • Explore classical pavilions and ponds at Yu Gardens.
  • Admire panoramic views from Shanghai's Jinmao Tower.
Stay for 11 nights in shared hostel rooms throughout the tour. During the Great Wall section, spend the night camping on the Wall or, from May to September and weather dependent, choose a nearby guesthouse for the night as an alternative option.