I went on this four-day Beijing tour from Shanghai with my roommate, and it was the most stress-free fun we’ve had—all thanks to the travel company, guide Andy, and our driver.

The company handled flights and all tricky tickets—like Forbidden City and Simatai Great Wall. Andy met us at the airport, super laid-back and ready with snacks. He even asked our interests beforehand, which was cool.

Day one at Gubei Water Town and Simatai was epic—Andy found a quiet spot on the wall for sunset photos, way better than the crowded areas. The free day at Wukesong was our vibe: he gave us tips on the best basketball merch shops and a nearby hot pot spot that slayed.

Our driver was a legend. Clean car, cold AC, and he knew all the shortcuts—got us from Fayuan Temple to Shichahai in 20 minutes during rush hour. He waited patiently while we shopped Liulichang for souvenirs and even helped us carry our bags.

Prince Gong's Mansion was stunning, and Andy shared funny imperial gossip that made it way more interesting. The Golden Mask Dynasty show blew us away—he’d booked great seats. On departure day, he got us to Tiananmen and Forbidden City early to avoid crowds, then Yonghe Palace’s colorful murals were a perfect final stop. We flew back to Shanghai tired but grinning—this tour’s a must for Shanghai folks wanting to explore Beijing without the chaos!

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