PERFECT FOR:
- Families, couples & travelers of all ages
- Tour of Japan & China’s most visited cities
- Travelers who love History, Culture & Architecture
- First time travelers of Japan and China
A Private Tour of China & Japan – Tokyo, Kyoto, Beijing, Xian, Shanghai
14 Days / 13 Nights – Tour Code (PJC) – Daily departure
Traveling in style, this sensational 15-day Japan and China tour showcases each country’s flagship cities, boasting a myriad of unforgettable sights, sounds and tastes – everything from awe-inspiring landmarks to vibrant cityscapes to tantalizing cuisines, all in the comfort and exclusivity of your personal guides at your service.
Japan is a land of fascinating contrasts between the old and the new, the traditional and eclectic, and the East and West that has lured millions of visitors to its mystifying kingdom. Journeying from Tokyo to Kyoto, Japan’s new capital to the old, is like traveling in a time capsule. The stark contrast from Tokyo’s ultra-modern cityscape of dense crowds and skyscrapers to Kyoto’s serene, traditional atmosphere of cobbled streets, wooden homes and classical Japanese Gardens is nothing short of startling. We catch a glimpse of Tokyo’s electrifying nightlife and modern day Japanese culture. Travel back in time in Kyoto, visiting ancient shrines and strolling through the stunningly quaint Gion District reminiscent of Old Japan.
Next up, China. Starting with Beijing, China’s present and ancient capital, we visit a few of the country’s most revered sites so symbolic of China. Take a tour of the legendary Forbidden City and catch a glimpse of life as an Emperor. Stroll the grounds of the world’s largest city square at Tiananmen Square. Relax in the tranquil setting of the Summer Palace, set amidst intricate landscape and classical gardens. Marvel at the architectural masterpiece of the stunning Temple of Heaven, formerly privy only to the Great Emperor himself. Last but certainly not least, climb the magnificent Great Wall of China, which has served as the symbol of China for over 2000 years. Then, travel west to Xian, an ancient capital where Chinese civilization flourished dating back several millenniums. We visit the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors, a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of the first Emperor of China. These massive tombs were filled with life-size figures buried with the emperor in 210–209 BC, whose purpose was to protect the emperor in his afterlife.
We conclude this fascinating journey in Shanghai, an international shopping, gourmet and entertainment mecca that offers you the world at your fingertips. Visit the Bund, a riverfront promenade along the eastern side offering a captivating view of the city’s skyline; Yu Garden, a majestic classical garden inspired by the Ming and Qing Dynasties; Tianzifang, an artist colony nestled inside the city famed for its Old Shanghai Shikumen houses in a laid back atmosphere of quaint art galleries and sidewalk cafes; and Jade Buddha Temple, home of the mesmerizing jade statue of Sakyamuni from Myanmar.
From ancient traditions to dazzling nightlife; stunning skylines to breathtaking snow-capped mountains; Imperial Palaces to futurist skyscrapers: Your most unforgettable journey awaits!
TOUR INCLUDES:
- Economy Class Osaka / Beijing – Xian / Guilin Airfares
- First Class Bullet Train Tickets between Tokyo / Kyoto — Beijing / Xian
- 13 nights Deluxe Hotel Accommodations per itinerary
- Hotel Breakfasts Daily
- Lunches & dinners per itinerary
- Private airport transfers upon arrival and departure (except Kyoto where shared shuttle transfer will be provided)
- Private sightseeing by public transportation in Japan, by Private Car in China
TOKYO (3 nights)
- 3 nights at Cerulean Tower Hotel
- Full Day walking tour of Tokyo City
KYOTO (2 nights)
- 2 nights at Dhawa Yura Hotel in Kyoto
- Half Day Kyoto Highlights Tour
- Full Day Nara & Fushimi Inari Excursion
BEIJING (3 nights)
- 3 nights at The Regent Beijing | New World Beijing
- 2 full days of private sightseeing, including the Great Wall at Mutianyu with cable car ride, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven and Hutongs by rickshaw.
- Peking Duck Specialty Dinner
XIAN (2 nights)
- 2 nights at The Westin Xian
- Tang Dynasty dinner and cultural show
- Full day private sightseeing, including the Terracotta Army excavation site, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, City Museum and the City Wall
- Night Tour of Grand Tang Dynasty City
SHANGHAI (3 nights)
- 3 nights at The Andaz Xintiandi | Marriott Marquis City Center
- Full day private sightseeing, including the Bund, Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum & Jade Buddha Temple
- Evening Shanghai Acrobatics Performance
Day 1 Arrive Tokyo
Upon arrival, be met and transferred to your hotel by private reserved taxi for your next 2 nights’ accommodations.
Day 2 Tokyo
Today, enjoy a private tour of several of Tokyo’s must-sees. Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine, Tokyo’s most famous Shinto Shrine dedicated to the late 19th-century emperor who opened Japan to the West, home to a 40-foot-high torii gate and a 200-acre park made of 1,500-year-old cypress. Next, proceed to Tsukiji Market, the former site of the world’s largest fish market, now a vibrant marketplace filled with produce and seafood stands and sushi joints. Continue to Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist Temple at Senso-ji in Asakusa followed by a stroll thru its colorful Nakamise Shopping Street. Last stop of the day is Ueno famed for its Ueno Park comprised temples & shrines, museums, and a zoo. Afterwards, take a stroll through nearby Ameya-Yokocho market that boasts an array of local eats and fresh seafood stands. Return to your hotel. (B)
Day 3 Tokyo
Full day free at leisure to eat, shop and explore Tokyo on own. A huge array of exploration and activities (day trips to Kamakura or Kawagoe, foodies spots, digital art museums, gardens, anime/pop culture, architecture tours, trendy neighborhoods, etc.) are available at your fingertips. (B)
Day 4 Tokyo / Kyoto
This morning, board a Shinkansen (bullet train) for Kyoto. Upon arrival, commence sightseeing of Kyoto’s revered heritage sites. Visit Kinkaku-Ji (Golden Pavilion). Originally built as a retirement villa for the Shogun that later became a Buddhist Temple after his death at his request. Continue to Kiyomizu Temple, one of the most celebrated temples of Japan founded in 780 on the site of the Otowa Waterfall in the wooded hills east of Kyoto. This UNESCO world heritage site is best known for its wooden stage that juts out from its main hall, 13 meters above the hillside below boasting panoramic views of Kyoto City. Enjoy a stroll through the two famous shopping streets (Ninen-zaka & Sannenzaka) before reaching Yaskasa Shrine. Time permitting, take a short stroll around Gion District before checking-in to your hotel in Kyoto. (B)
Day 5 Kyoto (Fushima Inari & Nara)
This morning, enjoy a visit to Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates straddling a network of trails behind its main buildings leading into the wooded forest of the sacred Mount Inari. Afterwards, travel via Express Train to Nara, on the outskirts of Kyoto. Nara is Japan’s first Capital from 710-784 A.D. and an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Todaiji Temple, famed for being the world’s largest wooden building and houses one of the country’s largest Buddha statues. It is adjacent to Nara Park, where over 1,000 free-roaming deer abound. Last stop is Kasuga Taisha, one of the most celebrated shrines in all of Japan. Return to Kyoto in the afternoon. (B)
Day 6 Kyoto/Beijing
Transfer to the airport by SHARED minibus for your flight to Beijing. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for your next 3 nights’ accommodations. Enjoy the balance of the afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 7 Beijing (The Great Wall at Mutianyu)
This morning, journey northwest bound by road to the less crowded and best preserved section of the Great Wall at Mutianyu. Here, enjoy a cable car ride, followed by a trek on the wall comprised of 22 watch towers stretching over two kilometers. After lunch at a local restaurant, return to the city and enjoy a rickshaw tour of Beijing’s Old Quarters (Hutongs), visiting the Bell & Drum Tower and a stroll through the vibrant walking street lined with shops, tea houses and local culinary delights. This evening, enjoy one of Beijing’s specialties – Peking Duck at one of the city’s famed restaurants. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Beijing
Enjoy a full day tour of the ancient capital’s most revered sites. Visits include the Forbidden City (closed Mondays*), the imperial palace for the Ming and Qing dynasties built in 1420; the Summer Palace, a grand imperial palace and a royal garden of the Qing Dynasty built in the sixteenth century; Tiananmen Square, the largest city square in the world and a symbol of New China; and Temple of Heaven (closed Mondays*), the largest temple compound and one of the most strictly protected and preserved cultural heritages of China. Lunch is served at a local restaurant. (B,L)
*Note: City tour will be switched to the day prior in case this day lands on a Monday due to venue closures.
Day 9 Beijing / Xian
This morning, board a super-fast high speed Train, with speeds up to 300km/hour, for an exhilarating 4.5 hour ride for Xian. Upon arrival, commence sightseeing of Yangling Tombs, the mausoleum of the Han Dynasty Emperor Liu Qi and his Empress, dating back to 153 A.D. Its intricate relics of miniature figures and burial objects offer revelations to the strict hierarchical social structure during this period. Afterwards, visit the City Wall, one of the oldest and best preserved city walls of China, as well as one of the most comprehensive ancient defensive systems in the world. Check in to your hotel for brief rest before heading out for dinner and show at the Tang Dynasty Theatre. (B,D)
Day 10 Xian
Today’s highlight takes you to the awe-inspiring Terracotta Museum, the excavated tomb of Qin Shi Huang Di, China’s first Emperor. Discovered in 1974 by a group of farmers, this massive burial site is comprised of 7,000+ life-sized Terracotta Warriors and Horses depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, constructed to protect the emperor in his afterlife. Return to the city for lunch followed by a visit of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. This evening, enjoy a stroll through Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City (a.k.a. The Great Tang All Day Mall), a 1.5km pedestrian street lined with buildings featuring Tang Dynasty (618 – 907) architecture, street performances, and array of of food stands and shops. (B,L)
Day 11 Xian / Shanghai
This morning, enjoy a visit to the Yangling Tomb before continuing to the airport for your flight to Shanghai. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (B)
Day 12 Shanghai
A full day tour visiting the Old Town and its Yu Garden, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center, Shanghai Museum and Tianzifang Art District. Lunch is served at one of Shanghai’s exclusive restaurants located on The Bund. This evening, enjoy a breathtaking Shanghai Acrobatics Performance. (B,L)
Day 13 Shanghai
Full day free at leisure to shop or explore Shanghai on your own. (B)
Day 14 Return Home
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight home. (B)
| 2025 Price Chart (Prices valid through December 31, 2025) | ||
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Departs Daily |
Twin Sharing | Single Supplement |
| January – February | 9,875 | 2,900 |
| March – April | 10,650 | 3,850 |
| May | 10,150 | 3,300 |
| June – August | 9,975 | 3,150 |
| September | 10,150 | 3,300 |
| October – November | 10,650 | 3,850 |
| December | 9,875 | 3,300 |
| Tour requires minimum of 2 passengers to operate | ||
- Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
- Price includes all entrance fees, hotel taxes & service charges.
- Price excludes transpacific airfares, personal expenses, beverages, gratuities to guides and drivers
- Blackout dates and/or holiday surcharges at hotels apply for stays during Cherry Blossoms season (~ Mar. 20 – Apr. 10), Japan Golden Week (Apr. 29-May 6), China Golden Week (May 1-5, Oct. 1-10). Please contact us for details.
- A visa is required for China. NOT included in package. Passport must be valid at least 6 months from date of trip return
- All flights, hotels and land services are subject to availability at time of reservation
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Tsukiji Market, Sensoji Temple, Ameyoko Market
- Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari, Golden Pavilion & Kiyomizu-dera
- Bullet Train rides in Japan & China
- The Great Wall & Forbidden City
- Evening Shows in Beijing & Shanghai
- Terracotta Museum & Yangling Tombs
- Shanghai’s Old Town & Yu Garden
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$9,875
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