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

Cost by tier

TierHotel/nightMeals/day14-day total
Comfort$86.76 (CN¥587)$77.15 (CN¥522)$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 Shanghai?

14 days is enough to cover Shanghai'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 Shanghai trip cost in 2026?

A 14-day Shanghai 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 Shanghai?

The budget tier brings a 14-day Shanghai trip down to about $109 by using $87/night hostels and guesthouses and eating at local spots ($77/day).

Best month for a 14-day Shanghai trip?

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer the best weather for Shanghai. 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 Shanghai includes $87/night hotels, $77/day on meals, local metro and taxis, and entry to major attractions.

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

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