West Lake Scenic Area, Shanghai Disney Resort, The Bund — all for ¥6366.
This 7-day standard trip covers Shanghai (2 nights), Hangzhou (2 nights), Shanghai (2 nights) — connected by high-speed rail.
Shanghai: The Bund, Shanghai Disney Resort, Oriental Pearl Tower; high-speed rail to Hangzhou (5h 6m, ¥87). Hangzhou: West Lake Scenic Area, Hangzhou Songcheng Park, Thousand Island Lake (Qiandao Lake); high-speed rail to Shanghai (5h 6m, ¥87). Shanghai: The Bund, Shanghai Disney Resort, Oriental Pearl Tower.
Estimated total: ¥6,366 for one traveler on a standard budget — hotels average ¥218/night, with meals, inter-city transport, and attraction tickets included.
Yes, $941 is a realistic budget for 7 days on a standard tier. This covers accommodation, food, inter-city transport, and major attractions.
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) are the best times to visit. Avoid Chinese national holidays (Golden Week in October and May) as crowds and prices surge.
This route is designed for 7 days: Shanghai (2 nights), Hangzhou (2 nights), Shanghai (2 nights).
Great Wall (Badaling), Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven — all for ¥5385.
Great Wall, Forbidden City, and Ancient Culture Street — all for ¥5834.