Beijing–Hong Kong: 10-Day China Itinerary & Cost (June)

Budget$2,000·Duration10 days·TierStandard·InJune·Travelers1 adult

Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing, then Victoria Peak and Hong Kong Disneyland — 10 days for $2,236.

This 10-day Standard trip covers Beijing (5 nights), Hong Kong (4 nights) — connected by domestic flights.

Beijing: Forbidden City, Great Wall (Badaling), Prince Gong's Mansion; flight to Hong Kong (3h 32m, $221). Hong Kong: Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Ocean Park, Victoria Peak.

Estimated total: $2,236 for one traveler on a Standard budget — hotels average $69/night, with meals, inter-city transport, and attraction tickets included.

Cost breakdown (1 traveler, Standard)

CategoryCNY
Stay¥4,209
Food¥4,103
Transit¥1,490
City transit¥1,200
Attractions¥1,569
Total¥15,085

What to eat

Beijing
  • Peking roast duck
    北京烤鸭 · Běijīng kǎoyā
  • Noodles in fried bean sauce
    炸酱面 · Zhájiàng miàn
  • Stewed offal with flatbread
    卤煮火烧 · Lǔzhǔ huǒshāo
Hong Kong
  • Cantonese roast meats
    港式烧腊 · Gǎngshì shāolà
  • Wonton noodle soup
    云吞面 · Yúntūn miàn
  • Hong Kong milk tea
    丝袜奶茶 · Sīwà nǎichá

Beijing itinerary

5 nights in Beijing on this route — the attractions below are priced into the estimate.

Full Beijing travel guide →

Next leg: Beijing to Hong KongFlight · 3h 32m · $221

Hong Kong itinerary

4 nights in Hong Kong on this route — the attractions below are priced into the estimate.

Full Hong Kong travel guide →
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CHINA TRAVEL ITINERARY
中国之旅
June · Standard · 1 person · 9 nights
Beijing
Beijing
5 nights
Highlights
Forbidden City¥60Great Wall (Badaling)¥40Prince Gong's Mansion¥40Temple of Heaven¥34Summer Palace¥50Great Wall (Mutianyu)¥45Old Summer Palace¥10Olympic ParkFreeMing Tombs¥30
🏨 $47.57 (CN¥321)/night🍜 $12.00 (CN¥81)/meal🚇 $8.89 (CN¥60)/day🎫 $45.79 (CN¥309) admission
✈ Flight
3h 32m · $220.82 (CN¥1,490)
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
4 nights
Highlights
Hong Kong Disneyland¥562Hong Kong Ocean Park¥418Victoria PeakFreePeak Tram¥70Hong Kong Palace Museum¥64Ngong Ping 360¥146Lantau IslandFree
🏨 $96.48 (CN¥651)/night🍜 $28.53 (CN¥193)/meal🚇 $26.68 (CN¥180)/day🎫 $186.73 (CN¥1,260) admission
I have
$2,000.00 (CN¥13,495)
Estimated Total
$2,235.60 (CN¥15,085)
Over budget
$235.60
Estimated Total
$2,235.60 (CN¥15,085)
Stay $623.77 (CN¥4,209) · Food $608.06 (CN¥4,103) · Transit $220.82 (CN¥1,490) · City transit $177.84 (CN¥1,200) · Attractions $232.53 (CN¥1,569) · Misc $372.57 (CN¥2,514)
Estimates only. Actual costs may vary. · 1000usdinchina.com
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is $2,236 enough for a 10-day Beijing-Hongkong trip?

Yes, $2,236 is a realistic budget for 10 days on a Standard tier. This covers accommodation, food, inter-city transport, and major attractions.

What is the best time to visit Beijing-Hongkong?

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.

How many days do I need for this Beijing-Hongkong route?

This route is designed for 10 days: Beijing (5 nights), Hongkong (4 nights).

Is June a good time for this route?

June is a recommended time for this route. Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) generally offer the best conditions across China.

What visa do I need for this trip?

Most visitors need a Chinese tourist (L) visa. Many nationalities qualify for 72/144-hour visa-free transit through major hubs — check your passport's eligibility.

How does this route compare to a longer version?

Adding 3 more days typically adds about $800–$1,200 for extra nights and one more high-speed rail leg.

CompareThis 10-day trip ($2,000) versus a 13-day extension (~$3,000) — the longer version adds another city and one more HSR leg.
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