Multi-day Rail Tours in China

Explore the highlights of the ancient capital of Xi'an and the modern-day giant Shanghai on a 4-day private tour from Beijing. Travel by train to Xi'an first, where your private guide takes you to see the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, Xi'an Museum, old city wall, Muslim Quarter and other top sites. Continue on a night train to Shanghai where you check out the Yu Gardens and Bazaar, stroll on the Bund, and take in the French Concession, Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai Museum and Pudong.

Experience one of China's ancient capitals on this private 2-day tour of Luoyang, including high-speed train transport from Xi'an and overnight accommodation in a 4-star hotel. Marvel over the fascinating sculptures, caves and temples of the UNESCO-listed Longmen Grottoes; learn more about the city's history at the Luoyang Museum; and dine on delicious local cuisine (lunches included). Spend the second day exploring the magnificent Shaolin Temple, another UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can uncover the roots of Zen Buddhism and watch a live Kung Fu demonstration.

Discover the charms of historic Pingyao, one of China's best-preserved ancient towns, on this private 2-day tour from Xi'an, including 4-star overnight accommodation and round-trip train transport. Stand before the mighty City Walls, tour the Temple of Confucius and spend time strolling the shops and teahouses of Ming-Qing Street in downtown Pingyao. Start your second day with a private Chinese calligraphy class, then learn more about China's rich art heritage as you visit the magnificent UNESCO-listed Shuanglin Temple.

Zip across the country on a high-speed bullet train for a private 2-night tour of Shandong, including accommodation in Qufu and either round-trip transport from Beijing or on-ward transport to Shanghai. Discover Shandong's rich spiritual heritage as you explore UNESCO-listed wonders like the Temple of Confucius, the Cemetery of Confucius and the Kong Family Mansion. Then, ride a cable car to the sacred peak of Mt Tai (Tai Shan), one of China's Five Great Mountains, and soak up the views from the South Heaven Gate, White Cloud Cave and Sun Viewing Peak.

Travel from Beijing round-trip to Xian by high-speed train to see its most famous attractions over two days. Visit the Terracotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall, Bell Tower and Drum Tower with your private guide, who shares informative details about each site. Spend a half-day at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum to see its most important mausoleums, and learn about Chinese history. Includes transfers between hotel and train station, private transport in Xian, entrance fees, lunch and a knowledgeable guide.