Great Wall (Badaling) and Forbidden City in Beijing, then Window of the World and Shenzhen Safari Park in Shenzhen — 10 days for $1,299.
This 10-day Standard trip covers Beijing (5 nights), Shenzhen (4 nights) — connected by domestic flights.
Beijing: Forbidden City, Great Wall (Badaling), Prince Gong's Mansion; flight to Shenzhen (3h 25m, $89). Shenzhen: Window of the World, Splendid China Folk Village (Shenzhen), Ping An Finance Center Observation Deck (Shenzhen).
Estimated total: $1,299 for one traveler on a Standard budget — hotels average $43/night, with meals, inter-city transport, and attraction tickets included.
| Category | CNY |
|---|---|
| Stay | ¥2,597 |
| Food | ¥2,370 |
| Transit | ¥600 |
| City transit | ¥600 |
| Attractions | ¥1,136 |
| Total | ¥8,764 |
5 nights in Beijing on this route — the attractions below are priced into the estimate.
Full Beijing travel guide →Next leg: Beijing to Shenzhen — Flight · 3h 25m · $89
4 nights in Shenzhen on this route — the attractions below are priced into the estimate.
Full Shenzhen travel guide →Yes, $1,299 is a realistic budget for 10 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 10 days: Beijing (5 nights), Shenzhen (4 nights).
June 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 $600–$900 for extra nights and one more high-speed rail leg.
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