Shenzhen Safari Park and OCT East in Shenzhen, then Oriental Pearl Tower and The Bund in Shanghai — 10 days for $1,350.
This 10-day Standard trip covers Shenzhen (5 nights), Shanghai (4 nights) — connected by domestic flights.
Shenzhen: Window of the World, Splendid China Folk Village (Shenzhen), Ping An Finance Center Observation Deck (Shenzhen); flight to Shanghai (2h 25m, $59). Shanghai: The Bund, Shanghai Disney Resort, Oriental Pearl Tower.
Estimated total: $1,350 for one traveler on a Standard budget — hotels average $37/night, with meals, inter-city transport, and attraction tickets included.
| Category | CNY |
|---|---|
| Stay | ¥2,280 |
| Food | ¥2,400 |
| Transit | ¥400 |
| City transit | ¥600 |
| Attractions | ¥1,929 |
| Total | ¥9,131 |
5 nights in Shenzhen on this route — the attractions below are priced into the estimate.
Full Shenzhen travel guide →Next leg: Shenzhen to Shanghai — Flight · 2h 25m · $59
4 nights in Shanghai on this route — the attractions below are priced into the estimate.
Full Shanghai travel guide →Yes, $1,350 is a realistic budget for 10 days on a Standard tier. This covers accommodation, food, inter-city transport, and major attractions.
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.
This route is designed for 10 days: Shenzhen (5 nights), Shanghai (4 nights).
June is a recommended time for this route. Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) generally offer the best conditions across China.
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.
Adding 3 more days typically adds about $600–$900 for extra nights and one more high-speed rail leg.
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