Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing, The Bund and Yu Garden in Shanghai, Chimelong Resort and Canton Tower in Guangzhou — 15 days for $2,752.
This 15-day Standard trip covers Beijing (5 nights), Shanghai (5 nights), Guangzhou (4 nights) — connected by a mix of high-speed rail and flights.
Beijing: Forbidden City, Great Wall (Badaling), Prince Gong's Mansion; high-speed rail to Shanghai (5h 58m, $98). Shanghai: The Bund, Shanghai Disney Resort, Oriental Pearl Tower; flight to Guangzhou (2h 25m, $62). Guangzhou: Chimelong Safari Park, Chimelong Resort, Canton Tower.
Estimated total: $2,752 for one traveler on a Standard budget — hotels average $80/night, with meals, inter-city transport, and attraction tickets included.
| Category | CNY |
|---|---|
| Stay | ¥7,562 |
| Food | ¥3,540 |
| Transit | ¥1,082 |
| City transit | ¥900 |
| Attractions | ¥2,430 |
| Total | ¥18,617 |
5 nights in Beijing on this route — the attractions below are priced into the estimate.
Full Beijing travel guide →Next leg: Beijing to Shanghai — High-speed rail · 5h 58m · $98
5 nights in Shanghai on this route — the attractions below are priced into the estimate.
Full Shanghai travel guide →Next leg: Shanghai to Guangzhou — Flight · 2h 25m · $62
4 nights in Guangzhou on this route — the attractions below are priced into the estimate.
Full Guangzhou travel guide →Yes, $2,752 is a realistic budget for 15 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 15 days: Beijing (5 nights), Shanghai (5 nights), Guangzhou (4 nights).
October is a recommended time for this route. Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) generally offer the best conditions across China.
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.
Adding 3 more days typically adds about $1,200–$1,800 for extra nights and one more high-speed rail leg.
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