Accessible China Starter Route

Arrive in Beijing, settle into the selected hotel, then use an easy orientation around Great Wall and Forbidden City. The first evening is paced gently after international travel.

Spend the day in Beijing around Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Imperial capital with the Great Wall, palaces and living hutongs. Routing keeps the sightseeing in one practical city base, with meal breaks and transfer buffers planned for international travellers.

Spend the day in Beijing around Temple of Heaven, Imperial capital with the Great Wall, palaces and living hutongs and Great Wall. Routing keeps the sightseeing in one practical city base, with meal breaks and transfer buffers planned for international travellers.

Use the last full block in Beijing for Imperial capital with the Great Wall, palaces and living hutongs, Great Wall and Forbidden City before packing and preparing for the next city. Activities stay close enough to keep the onward transfer realistic.

Travel on to Shanghai by the most reliable rail, flight or private-transfer option, then begin with Yu Garden and French Concession. The day avoids backtracking to the previous city.

Spend the day in Shanghai around French Concession, Cosmopolitan skyline, Art Deco history and water towns nearby and The Bund. Routing keeps the sightseeing in one practical city base, with meal breaks and transfer buffers planned for international travellers.

Keep the final morning in Shanghai light, with time for Cosmopolitan skyline, Art Deco history and water towns nearby or nearby neighbourhoods before a private transfer to the airport or rail station.