This 5-day luxury tour covering both Shanghai and Beijing was everything we hoped for—and more. The company’s service was seamless from start to finish: they handled our round-trip first-class high-speed train tickets, coordinated 5-star hotel stays in both cities (with early check-in in Shanghai and a late checkout in Beijing), and even sent a welcome basket with local snacks to our Shanghai hotel. When we asked to swap a museum visit for a private silk workshop tour in Shanghai, they adjusted the itinerary within hours—no hassle at all.

Our guide, Luna, was a standout. Fluent in English, she split her time between sharing Shanghai’s modern glitz and Beijing’s imperial grandeur with equal passion. In Shanghai, she took us to a private rooftop bar for skyline views at sunset, explaining how the Bund’s colonial architecture contrasts with Pudong’s skyscrapers. In Beijing, she arranged a private early access tour of the Forbidden City, pointing out hidden imperial gardens most tourists miss, and booked a table at a Michelin-recommended Peking duck restaurant where we had a private booth. She even had a portable charger handy when our phones died during a Great Wall hike—such a thoughtful touch.

The driver and vehicle were pure luxury: a sleek SUV that was spotless, with plush seats and climate control tailored to our preferences. The driver navigated Shanghai’s busy Nanjing Road and Beijing’s hutong lanes with ease, always arriving 10 minutes early, and helped with our luggage without being asked.

The itinerary balanced both cities perfectly: Shanghai’s Bund, Yu Garden, and silk workshop; Beijing’s Great Wall, Summer Palace, and private tea ceremony. Every stop felt curated for luxury—no crowds, no rushed meals, just pure enjoyment.

Luna and the team made this cross-city luxury tour effortless. If you want to experience the best of Shanghai and Beijing in style, look no further—this tour delivers in spades!

Reviewed to: The Essence of China: 5-Day Luxurious Shanghai Beijing Tour