Let me tell you—this 3-day Beijing tour from Shanghai was so worth it! The travel company killed it with all the arrangements—high-speed trains were smooth, hotels were nice and close to subway lines, and we never had to stress about tickets for spots like the Forbidden City. Our guide Andy was awesome—super laid-back but totally on top of things.

He didn’t just rattle off facts—when we were at Tiananmen Square, he told fun little stories about the area that made it feel real, not just a big square. In the Great Wall, Andy took us to a part that wasn’t packed with tourists, and the driver got us there in no time without any detours. Even when my friend forgot her bag in the car, the driver noticed right away and brought it to us—total lifesaver!

Andy also helped with little stuff: recommending cheap but tasty local eats near the Temple of Heaven, translating menus for us, and adjusting the pace so we didn’t feel rushed. The last day, we hit the Forbidden City and Wangfujing, and he made sure we had enough time to shop without missing the train back to Shanghai.

Honestly, I’ve been on a few group tours before, but this one was different—no pushy sales, no messy schedules, just great people (Andy and the driver!) showing us the best of Beijing. If you’re from Shanghai and want a chill but great Beijing trip, book with these guys!

Reviewed to: Imperial Splendor: 3-Day Private Shanghai to Beijing Tour by High-Speed Train