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Shanghai–Hangzhou 7-Day China Itinerary & Cost (December)

Budget$941·Duration7 days·Tierstandard·Best indec·Travelers1 adult

West Lake Scenic Area, Shanghai Disney Resort, The Bund — all for ¥6366.

This 7-day standard trip covers Shanghai (2 nights), Hangzhou (2 nights), Shanghai (2 nights) — connected by high-speed rail.

Shanghai: The Bund, Shanghai Disney Resort, Oriental Pearl Tower; high-speed rail to Hangzhou (5h 6m, ¥87). Hangzhou: West Lake Scenic Area, Hangzhou Songcheng Park, Thousand Island Lake (Qiandao Lake); high-speed rail to Shanghai (5h 6m, ¥87). Shanghai: The Bund, Shanghai Disney Resort, Oriental Pearl Tower.

Estimated total: ¥6,366 for one traveler on a standard budget — hotels average ¥218/night, with meals, inter-city transport, and attraction tickets included.

What to eat

Shanghai
  • Soup dumplings
    小笼包 · Xiǎolóngbāo
  • Pan-fried pork buns
    生煎包 · Shēngjiānbāo
  • Shanghai-style braised pork belly
    本帮红烧肉 · Běnbāng hóngshāoròu
Hangzhou
  • West Lake sweet-sour fish
    西湖醋鱼 · Xīhú cùyú
  • Shrimp with Longjing tea
    龙井虾仁 · Lóngjǐng xiārén
  • Dongpo braised pork belly
    东坡肉 · Dōngpō ròu
Shanghai
  • Soup dumplings
    小笼包 · Xiǎolóngbāo
  • Pan-fried pork buns
    生煎包 · Shēngjiānbāo
  • Shanghai-style braised pork belly
    本帮红烧肉 · Běnbāng hóngshāoròu
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✦ CHINA TRAVEL ITINERARY ✦

中国之旅

December · Standard · 1 person · 6 nights
Shanghai

Shanghai

2 nights
Highlights
Oriental Pearl Tower¥199Shanghai Wild Animal Park¥165The BundShanghai Disney Resort¥399
🏨 $32.68 (CN¥221)/night🍜 $12.27 (CN¥83)/meal🚇 $8.87 (CN¥60)/day🎫 $112.83 (CN¥763) admission · 1 prices unknown
🚄 High-speed rail
5h 6m · $12.87 (CN¥87)
→ Hangzhou
Hangzhou

Hangzhou

2 nights
Highlights
West Lake Scenic AreaFreeThousand Island Lake (Qiandao Lake)¥185Xixi National Wetland Park¥80Hangzhou Songcheng Park¥300
🏨 $31.50 (CN¥213)/night🍜 $11.68 (CN¥79)/meal🚇 $8.87 (CN¥60)/day🎫 $83.55 (CN¥565) admission
🚄 High-speed rail
5h 6m · $12.87 (CN¥87)
→ Shanghai
Shanghai

Shanghai

2 nights
Highlights
Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park¥159Shanghai MuseumYu Garden¥40Shanghai Ocean Aquarium¥155
🏨 $32.68 (CN¥221)/night🍜 $12.27 (CN¥83)/meal🚇 $8.87 (CN¥60)/day🎫 $52.35 (CN¥354) admission · 1 prices unknown
I have
$941.00 (CN¥6,363)
Estimated Total
$941.40 (CN¥6,366)
Over budget
$0.40
Estimated Total
$941.40 (CN¥6,366)
Stay $193.72 (CN¥1,310) · Food $254.21 (CN¥1,719) · Transit $25.73 (CN¥174) · City transit $62.11 (CN¥420) · Attractions $248.73 (CN¥1,682) · Misc $156.90 (CN¥1,061)
Estimates only. Actual costs may vary. · 1000usdinchina.com
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is $941 enough for a 7-day Shanghai-Hangzhou-Shanghai trip?

Yes, $941 is a realistic budget for 7 days on a standard tier. This covers accommodation, food, inter-city transport, and major attractions.

What is the best time to visit Shanghai and Hangzhou?

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 Shanghai-Hangzhou-Shanghai route?

This route is designed for 7 days: Shanghai (2 nights), Hangzhou (2 nights), Shanghai (2 nights).

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