Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai
EF Tours for Girls is a great way to travel to China. Your girl group's journey to China is more than walking along the Great Wall of China and visiting ancient palaces—it’s an experience. From a calligraphy class, to a traditional tea ceremony, this China tour surely won't disappoint! Your travel to China becomes truly special when your group enjoys a traditional Chinese meal with a local family. The girls will envision what it's like to go to school in China when they visit a local school to understand the country from a local's perspective.
The physical rating of this program is: Average: 2 (out of 3)
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Day 1: Fly overnight to China
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Day 2: Beijing
Arrive in Beijing
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Day 3: Beijing
Take a guided tour of Beijing
Visit the Summer Palace
Take a dragon boat ride
Participate in a Taiji lesson
Visit the Forbidden City
Visit Tiananmen Square
Visit a local school
Enjoy a traditional Peking Duck dinner
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Day 4: Beijing • Badaling
Travel to Badaling
Take a tour of the Great Wall of China
Participate in a tea ceremony
Take a rickshaw tour of hutongs
Enjoy a traditional Chinese meal with Hutong families
Add this in-depth excursion:
The Legend of Kung Fu show
Tonight, see the show that tells the story of a young boy, Chun Yi the pure one. To pursue spiritual and physical harmony, he becomes a monk and learns kung fu. Along the way he overcomes obstacles and temptations, but ultimately achieves the designation of master. The performance celebrates the philosophy and skill of martial arts through storytelling, acrobatics, modern dance and music.
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Day 5: Beijing • Xi’an
Visit the Temple of Heaven Park
Fly to Xi’an
Take a bike ride on the ancient City Wall
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Day 6: Xi’an
Take a guided tour of Xi’an
Enjoy free time in Xi'an
- Drum Tower
- Bell Tower
- Muslim Quarter
- Food Street
Visit the Terracotta Warriors
Add this in-depth excursion:
Tang Dynasty show and dinner
This evening, experience the splendor of the Tang Dynasty at this world-class theater and restaurant featuring famous Cantonese cuisine. As music, food and dance delight your senses from every angle, you’ll see why more than 2.5 million visitors have proclaimed this a favorite part of their Chinese experience.
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Day 7: Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai
Visit the Shanghai World Financial Center and its observation deck
Enjoy free time on the Bund, the waterfront area
Enjoy a Chinese acrobatics show
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Day 8: Shanghai
Take a guided tour of Shanghai
Visit the Jade Buddha Temple
Visit Yu Yuan Garden
See Nanjing Lu
Visit China's premier shopping center similar to Times Square in New York -
Day 9: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 9: Hong Kong
Fly to Hong Kong
Ride on the Star Ferry to Kowloon
Watch "A Symphony of Lights" from the Avenue of Stars
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Day 10: Hong Kong
Take a guided tour of Hong Kong
With your expert local guide you will see:- Aberdeen
- Repulse Bay
Take the Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak
Visit Stanley Market
Enjoy a Dim Sum tasting
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Day 11: Hong Kong • Lantau Island
Enjoy free time in Hong Kong
Add this in-depth excursion:
Lantau Island
Lantau Island, the largest of Hong Kong’s 230 islands, is yours to explore on this optional excursion! Begin with a 25-minute cable car ride that offers panoramic views of the South China Sea. Visit the Po Lin Precious Lotus monastery and then climb stairs to the island’s main attraction: the world’s tallest, outdoor, seated bronze Buddha 111 feet tall and over 250 tons!
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to China
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Day 2: Beijing
Arrive in Beijing
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Day 3: Beijing
Take a guided tour of Beijing
Visit the Summer Palace
Take a dragon boat ride
Participate in a Taiji lesson
Visit the Forbidden City
Visit Tiananmen Square
Visit a local school
Enjoy a traditional Peking Duck dinner
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Day 4: Beijing • Badaling
Travel to Badaling
Take a tour of the Great Wall of China
Participate in a tea ceremony
Take a rickshaw tour of hutongs
Enjoy a traditional Chinese meal with Hutong families
Add this in-depth excursion:
The Legend of Kung Fu show
Tonight, see the show that tells the story of a young boy, Chun Yi the pure one. To pursue spiritual and physical harmony, he becomes a monk and learns kung fu. Along the way he overcomes obstacles and temptations, but ultimately achieves the designation of master. The performance celebrates the philosophy and skill of martial arts through storytelling, acrobatics, modern dance and music.
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Day 5: Beijing • Xi’an
Visit the Temple of Heaven Park
Fly to Xi’an
Take a bike ride on the ancient City Wall
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Day 6: Xi’an
Take a guided tour of Xi’an
Enjoy free time in Xi'an
- Drum Tower
- Bell Tower
- Muslim Quarter
- Food Street
Visit the Terracotta Warriors
Add this in-depth excursion:
Tang Dynasty show and dinner
This evening, experience the splendor of the Tang Dynasty at this world-class theater and restaurant featuring famous Cantonese cuisine. As music, food and dance delight your senses from every angle, you’ll see why more than 2.5 million visitors have proclaimed this a favorite part of their Chinese experience.
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Day 7: Shanghai
Fly to Shanghai
Visit the Shanghai World Financial Center and its observation deck
Enjoy free time on the Bund, the waterfront area
Enjoy a Chinese acrobatics show
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Day 8: Shanghai
Take a guided tour of Shanghai
Visit the Jade Buddha Temple
Visit Yu Yuan Garden
See Nanjing Lu
Visit China's premier shopping center similar to Times Square in New York -
Day 9: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 9: Hong Kong
Fly to Hong Kong
Ride on the Star Ferry to Kowloon
Watch "A Symphony of Lights" from the Avenue of Stars
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Day 10: Hong Kong
Take a guided tour of Hong Kong
With your expert local guide you will see:- Aberdeen
- Repulse Bay
Take the Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak
Visit Stanley Market
Enjoy a Dim Sum tasting
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Day 11: Hong Kong • Lantau Island
Enjoy free time in Hong Kong
Add this in-depth excursion:
Lantau Island
Lantau Island, the largest of Hong Kong’s 230 islands, is yours to explore on this optional excursion! Begin with a 25-minute cable car ride that offers panoramic views of the South China Sea. Visit the Po Lin Precious Lotus monastery and then climb stairs to the island’s main attraction: the world’s tallest, outdoor, seated bronze Buddha 111 feet tall and over 250 tons!
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Day 12: Depart for home
Interested in leading this tour?
Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Guided Sightseeing
3 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed guides (4 with extension); 1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director
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Entrances
Summer Palace; Forbidden City; Tiananmen Square; Great Wall of China; Temple of Heaven Park; Calligraphy Class; Terracotta Warriors; Shanghai World Financial Center; Jade Buddha Temple; Yu Yuan Garden; With extension: Star Ferry ride; Peak Tram; Central-Mid Level Escalators
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
