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.
15-Day China Itinerary & Cost: Beijing–Xi'an (October)
Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing, Terracotta Warriors Museum and City Wall in Xi'an, Chimelong Resort and Canton Tower in Guangzhou — 15 days for $6,403.
This 15-day Standard trip covers Beijing (5 nights), Xi'an (5 nights), Guangzhou (4 nights) — connected by domestic flights.
Beijing: Forbidden City, Great Wall (Badaling), Prince Gong's Mansion; flight to Xi'an (1h 54m, $133). Xi'an: Terracotta Warriors Museum, Huaqing Hot Springs, Song of Everlasting Regret (Show); flight to Guangzhou (2h 31m, $166). Guangzhou: Chimelong Safari Park, Chimelong Resort, Canton Tower.
Estimated total: $6,403 for one traveler on a Standard budget — hotels average $132/night, with meals, inter-city transport, and attraction tickets included.
Cost breakdown (1 traveler, Standard)
| Category | CNY |
|---|---|
| Stay | ¥12,506 |
| Food | ¥9,996 |
| Transit | ¥6,060 |
| City transit | ¥1,890 |
| Attractions | ¥5,652 |
| Total | ¥43,325 |
What to eat
- 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
- Braised pork in flatbread肉夹馍 · Ròujiāmó
- Cold skin noodles凉皮 · Liángpí
- Lamb stew with torn flatbread羊肉泡馍 · Yángròu pàomó
- Morning dim sum早茶点心 · Zǎochá diǎnxīn
- Roast goose烧鹅 · Shāo'é
- Poached sliced chicken白切鸡 · Báiqiē jī
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 Xi'an — Flight · 1h 54m · $133
Xi'an itinerary
5 nights in Xi'an on this route — the attractions below are priced into the estimate.
Full Xi'an travel guide →Next leg: Xi'an to Guangzhou — Flight · 2h 31m · $166
Guangzhou itinerary
4 nights in Guangzhou on this route — the attractions below are priced into the estimate.
Full Guangzhou travel guide →Frequently Asked Questions
Is $6,403 enough for a 15-day Beijing-Xi'an-Guangzhou trip?
Yes, $6,403 is a realistic budget for 15 days on a Standard tier. This covers accommodation, food, inter-city transport, and major attractions.
What is the best time to visit Beijing-Xi'an-Guangzhou?
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-Xi'an-Guangzhou route?
This route is designed for 15 days: Beijing (5 nights), Xi'an (5 nights), Guangzhou (4 nights).
Is October a good time for this route?
October 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 $2,400–$3,600 for extra nights and one more high-speed rail leg.
More routes from Beijing
Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing, Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an, Chengdu Panda Base, Wulong Three Natural Bridges in Chongqing, The Bund and Shanghai Disney — 20 days for $3,175.
Forbidden City, Great Wall (Badaling and Mutianyu), and Summer Palace — 7 days for $2,414.
Similar duration routes
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.
Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing, Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an, and The Bund in Shanghai — 15 days backpacker for $1,684.
Shenzhen Safari Park and OCT East in Shenzhen, then Chimelong Resort and Canton Tower in Guangzhou, followed by Guanyin Mountain in Dongguan — 14 days for $2,802.