10-Day Beijing Trip – Budget Guide & Itineraries (2026)

Cost by tier

TierHotel/nightMeals/day10-day total
Standard$47.44 (CN¥321)$35.92 (CN¥243)$34.59 (CN¥234)
Comfort$97.25 (CN¥658)$75.38 (CN¥510)$43.60 (CN¥295)

Itineraries

SHENZHEN → BEIJING · 10 Days
Shenzhen → Beijing · 10 Days

Shenzhen Safari Park and Window of the World in Shenzhen, Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing — 10 days for $1,302.

Visit Shenzhen Safari Park's animal enclosuresWalk the Badaling Wall's cobbled pathsDine on Peking roast duck in Beijing
$1,500est. $1,302STANDARDJUNE1 ADULT
GUANGZHOU → BEIJING · 10 Days
Guangzhou → Beijing · 10 Days

Chimelong Resort and Mount Baiyun in Guangzhou, then Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing — 10 days for $1,261.

Explore Chimelong Safari Park's wildlife enclosuresWalk the Badaling Wall's ancient stonesSample roast goose at a local market in Guangzhou
$1,500est. $1,261STANDARDJUNE1 ADULT
SHANGHAI → BEIJING · 10 Days
Shanghai → Beijing · 10 Days

The Bund and Shanghai Tower in Shanghai, then Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing — 10 days for $2,512.

Ride the high-speed rail from Shanghai to BeijingExplore the Forbidden City's halls at noonDine on Peking roast duck in Beijing's hutong
$2,000est. $2,512COMFORTJUNE1 ADULT
BEIJING → HONGKONG · 10 Days
Beijing → Hong Kong · 10 Days

Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing, then Victoria Peak and Hong Kong Disneyland — 10 days for $2,230.

Stand on Badaling Wall as Beijing fades into the haze belowRide the Peak Tram up Victoria Peak at sunsetEat Peking roast duck in Beijing's hutong alleys
$2,000est. $2,230STANDARDJUNE1 ADULT
BEIJING → SHENZHEN · 10 Days
Beijing → Shenzhen · 10 Days

Great Wall (Badaling) and Forbidden City in Beijing, then Window of the World and Shenzhen Safari Park in Shenzhen — 10 days for $1,295.

Stand on Badaling Wall as Beijing fades into the haze belowExplore the Temple of Heaven's imperial architectureVisit Shenzhen Safari Park's wildlife enclosures
$1,500est. $1,295STANDARDJUNE1 ADULT
BEIJING → GUANGZHOU · 10 Days
Beijing → Guangzhou · 10 Days

Forbidden City and Great Wall (Badaling) in Beijing, then Chimelong Resort and Mount Baiyun in Guangzhou — 10 days for $1,281.

Walk the Great Wall of China at Badaling under clear skiesBrowse Chimelong Resort's themed areas with familyClimb Mount Baiyun for panoramic city views
$1,500est. $1,281STANDARDJUNE1 ADULT
BEIJING → SHANGHAI · 10 Days
Beijing → Shanghai · 10 Days

Forbidden City and Great Wall in Beijing, then The Bund and Yu Garden in Shanghai — 10 days for $1,355.

Stand on Badaling Wall as Beijing fades into the haze belowWatch the light shift across the Oriental Pearl Tower at duskEat soup dumplings at a Xianxia Street vendor
$1,500est. $1,355STANDARDJUNE1 ADULT

FAQ

Is 10 days enough for Beijing?

10 days is enough to cover Beijing's main highlights at a comfortable pace. Most travelers spend 10 days here on a $35 standard budget before moving on.

What does a 10-day Beijing trip cost in 2026?

A 10-day Beijing trip costs about $35 per person on a standard budget, or as little as $35 on a budget tier. This covers hotels, meals, local transport, and attraction tickets.

What's the cheapest way to do 10 days in Beijing?

The budget tier brings a 10-day Beijing trip down to about $35 by using $47/night hostels and guesthouses and eating at local spots ($36/day).

Best month for a 10-day Beijing trip?

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer the best weather for Beijing. Avoid Golden Week (early October) and May Day when prices and crowds spike.

What's included in the $35 standard budget?

The $35 standard estimate for 10 days in Beijing includes $47/night hotels, $36/day on meals, local metro and taxis, and entry to major attractions.

How to extend a 10-day Beijing trip to 13 days?

Add a nearby city by high-speed rail — most are 2–6 hours from Beijing. A 13-day version typically adds $14–$21 for the extra nights and one HSR leg.