14-Day Nanjing Trip – Budget Guide & Itineraries (2026)

Cost by tier

TierHotel/nightMeals/day14-day total
Comfort$52.62 (CN¥356)$66.95 (CN¥453)$109.22 (CN¥739)

Itineraries

SHANGHAI → SHANGHAI · 14 Days
Shanghai → Hangzhou · 14 Days

Shanghai's Oriental Pearl Tower and The Bund, then Hangzhou's West Lake Scenic Area and Thousand Island Lake, then Nanjing's Zhongshan Scenic Area and Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum — 14 days for $5,674.

Stand on the Oriental Pearl Tower's observation deckWalk the West Lake Scenic Area's islandsExplore the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum's stone carvings
$5,000est. $5,674COMFORTSEPTEMBER2 ADULTS · 1 CHILD

FAQ

Is 14 days enough for Nanjing?

14 days is enough to cover Nanjing's main highlights at a comfortable pace. Most travelers spend 14 days here on a $109 standard budget before moving on.

What does a 14-day Nanjing trip cost in 2026?

A 14-day Nanjing trip costs about $109 per person on a standard budget, or as little as $109 on a budget tier. This covers hotels, meals, local transport, and attraction tickets.

What's the cheapest way to do 14 days in Nanjing?

The budget tier brings a 14-day Nanjing trip down to about $109 by using $53/night hostels and guesthouses and eating at local spots ($67/day).

Best month for a 14-day Nanjing trip?

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

What's included in the $109 standard budget?

The $109 standard estimate for 14 days in Nanjing includes $53/night hotels, $67/day on meals, local metro and taxis, and entry to major attractions.

How to extend a 14-day Nanjing trip to 17 days?

Add a nearby city by high-speed rail — most are 2–6 hours from Nanjing. A 17-day version typically adds $44–$65 for the extra nights and one HSR leg.