PERFECT FOR:
- Travelers of all ages
- First Time Travelers of Japan & China
- Travelers with limited time
- History Buffs
- Food Lovers, nightlife & city vibes
A Private China & Japan Tour – Beijing & Tokyo
8 Days / 7 Nights – Tour Code (OTP) – Private Tour – Daily departure
Our Beijing and Tokyo Impressions tour features two of Asia’s ancient capitals, offering seven memorable nights. You’ll sample Beijing’s legendary sights of epic proportions and experience Tokyo’s electrifying cityscape of chic trends and stark contrasts. Traveling in style, your senses will be overloaded by exploring the past and the present, all with the exclusive, personalized service of your private guide to make the absolute most out of your trip – YOUR WAY.
Starting in Beijing, we get up close and personal with some of the planet’s most spectacular landmarks known to mankind. Visits include the awe-inspiring Forbidden City, the imperial palace for the Ming and Qing dynasties built in 1420; the beautiful Summer Palace, a grand imperial palace and a royal garden of the Qing Dynasty built in the sixteenth century; the massive Tiananmen Square, the largest city square in the world and a symbol of New China; the stunning Temple of Heaven, the largest temple compound and one of the most strictly protected and preserved cultural heritages of China, privy only to the Great Emperor himself; and of course, the magnificent Great Wall of China, the symbol of Ancient Chinese civilization built two millenniums ago.
Next stop, Tokyo: one of the most vibrant and modern cities in the world. Its contrasts between the old and the new, the traditional and the modern makes Tokyo an exciting place for travelers from all over the world to visit. Accompanied by your private guide, you’ll explore Tokyo’s fantastic sights via its vast transportation system that boasts an experience in and of itself. Visit the world-famous Tsukiji Fish Market, a bustling local market lined with sushi stalls featuring the day’s freshest catch; Sensoji Temple and its bustling Nakamise shopping street; and the architectural marvel of the Tokyo SkyTree.
From ancient architectural masterpieces to glittering ultra-modern skyscrapers, heartwarming culture to bustling nightlife, luxury accommodations to tantalizing cuisine, this trip has it all!
TOUR INCLUDES:
- Tokyo / Beijing Airfare (Economy Class)
- 7 nights hotel accommodations of your choice
- Hotel breakfasts daily
- Other meals as specified per itinerary
- Private sightseeing per itinerary
- Private transfers upon arrival and departure
TOKYO (3 nights)
- 3 nights at Shibuya Excel Hotel | Shibuya Excel Stream (Superior) OR Cerulean Tower Hotel (Deluxe)
- Full-day private walking tour of Tokyo by public transportation
BEIJING (4 nights)
- 4 nights at Park Plaza Beijing (Superior) OR The Regent Beijing (Deluxe)
- 2 lunches and a Peking Duck Dinner at the Exclusive Dadong Restaurant
- 2.5 full days of private sightseeing of The Great Wall, the Forbidden City and Summer Palace
Day 1 Arrive Tokyo
Upon arrival in Tokyo, be met and transferred to the city center by private car. Balance of the afternoon is at your leisure to explore the vibrant areas surrounding you hotel.
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 explore Tokyo on your own. Your travel specialist at Explorient can help your plan the day’s agenda tailored to your interests! (B)
Day 4 Tokyo / Beijing
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Beijing. Upon arrival, and after immigration and customs, be met and transferred to your hotel in the city center. Enjoy the balance of the afternoon at leisure to relax and/or explore the vibrant Wangfujing district just steps from your hotel. (B)
Day 5 Beijing (The Great Wall)
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; 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. This evening, enjoy a delicious Peking Duck dinner at the highly acclaimed Dadong restaurant just a short walk from your hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 6 Beijing (The Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven)
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; 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. Afternoon at leisure to relax and explore the local area on your own. (B,L)
Day 7 Beijing (Summer Palace)
This morning, travel outside the city to the Summer Palace, yet another UNESCO World Heritage site and China’s best-preserved imperial garden. Built in 1750 during the Qing Dynasty, it served as a retreat for emperors. Spanning 742 acres, it features Kunming Lake, Longevity Hill, pavilions, temples, and bridges. Highlights include the Marble Boat and the Long Corridor. Enjoy time to stroll through palace grounds, soak in the history and serenity before returning to your hotel. Enjoy the balance of the afternoon at leisure to eat, shop and further explore Beijing on your own. (B)
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight onward. (B)
| 2025 Price Chart (Prices Valid Thru December 20, 2025) | |||
| Daily Departure | Hotels | Twin Sharing | Single Supplement |
| January – February | S | 4,875 | 1,225 |
| D | 5,375 | 1,585 | |
| March – April | S | 5,075 | 1,425 |
| D | 5,545 | 1,775 | |
| May | S | 5,025 | 1,375 |
| D | 5,545 | 1,775 | |
| June – August | S | 4,925 | 1,275 |
| D | 5,485 | 1,725 | |
| September | S | 5,025 | 1,375 |
| D | 5,545 | 1,775 | |
| October – November | S | 5,025 | 1,375 |
| D | 5,525 | 1,775 | |
| December | S | 4,875 | 1,225 |
| D | 5,375 | 1,585 | |
| S = Superior | D = Deluxe | |||
| 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 personal expenses, beverages, gratuities to guides and drivers
- Holiday surcharges at hotels in Tokyo applies for stays during Dec. 24 – Jan. 05 and during national holidays in China (Spring Festival, May & October Golden Weeks). Contact us for details.
- A visa is required for China (this itinerary qualifies for transit visa for North American nationals). NOT included in package.
- All flights, hotels and land services are subject to availability at time of reservation
HIGHLIGHTS
- Tokyo by private guide
- Tokyo’s Tsukiji famed Market, Meiji Shrine & Sensoji Temple
- The Great Wall & The Forbidden City
- Beijing’s Old Quarters
- Peking Duck Dinner at Dadong
Price Starting From:
$4,875
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ACCOMMODATIONS
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Tokyo – Cerulean Tower
WHAT PRIVATE TOUR MEANS
