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China Itinerary 5 Days
This 5-day itinerary is perfect for those who are visiting China for the first time and want to experience Chinese history and culture but have limited time.
Route: Beijing (3 days) → Xi’an (2 days)
Day 1 – Beijing
- Morning: Visit the Tiananmen Square (free, passport required) → Forbidden City (¥60, book tickets online in advance, closed on Mondays).
- Afternoon: Climb Jingshan Park (¥2) for a stunning view of the Forbidden City.
- Evening: Explore Wangfujing Street – try Peking duck, zhajiang noodles, hotpot, and candied hawthorns!
Day 2 – Beijing
- Full Day: Hike the Great Wall (Mutianyu section is less crowded and beautiful, cable car ¥120).
- Evening: Eat at Guijie Street – spicy crayfish + "Arctic Ocean" soda (be careful with the spice level!).
Day 3 – Beijing
- Morning: Visit the Summer Palace (¥30, relaxing boat ride on Kunming Lake).
- Afternoon: Wander through Nanluoguxiang (a traditional hutong with snacks and souvenirs).
- Night Travel: Take a high-speed train (4.5 hrs, ¥577.5) or sleeper train (¥300+) to Xi’an.
Day 4 – Xi’an
- Morning: See the Terracotta Warriors (¥120, must hire a tour guide, otherwise you will just see the clay figures).
- Afternoon: Visit Huaqing Palace (¥120, where Emperor Xuanzong and Lady Yang bathed).
- Evening: Eat at Muslim Quarter – try roujiamo (Chinese burger), yangrou paomo (lamb soup), and pomegranate juice.
Day 5 – Xi’an
- Morning: Bike on the Ancient City Wall (¥54).
- Afternoon: Visit Giant Wild Goose Pagoda (¥40) + Tang Paradise Night Show (free, amazing lights and performances!).
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The Summer Palace (Summer Palace) or "Yiheyuan" (颐和园) is the largest imperial garden in China and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located in the northwest of Beijing.
It covers an area of over 700 acres, including Kunming Lake, Longevity Hill, ancient buildings, Chinese gardens, and ancient bridges. It was a resting place for the Qing Dynasty and is a major tourist attraction that should not be missed.
🚇 How to get to the Summer Palace
**Subway (most recommended):**
* **Line 4**: Get off at **Beigongmen (北宫门)** Station, Exit D, and walk for about 300 meters to the North Palace Gate.
* Alternatively, get off at **Xiyuan (西苑)** Station, Exit C2, and walk for about 10 minutes to the East Gate.
**Taxi**: Convenient but more expensive than the subway
🎫 Admission fee (2025)
General admission ticket
* Peak season (April–October): 40 yuan
* Off-season (November–March): 30 yuan
* Senior citizens aged 60 and above: Free (show passport)-
### 🌟 Must-see Highlights
* **Tower of Buddhist Incense**: The highest viewing point of the palace
* **Long Corridor**: A 728-meter-long wooden corridor decorated with over 14,000 paintings ([Condé Nast Traveler][2])
* **Kunming Lake**: A large lake where you can take a boat trip to enjoy the view
* **17 Arches Bridge**: An ancient stone bridge with 17 arches
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### ⏰ Opening–Closing Hours
* **Peak Season (April–October): 06:30–18:00
* **Off-season (November–March)**: 07:00–17:00](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/1mi4v224x91r4of7eD15B.jpg?proc=source/trip&proc=resize/m_w,w_600,h_600,B0B3)
China Itinerary 7 Days
The 7-day itinerary allows you to expand to 3-4 cities. This route is perfect for travellers who love history and natural scenery!
Route: Beijing (3 days) → Xi’an (2 days) → Guilin (2 days)
Days 1-3: Beijing *(Same as the 5-day itinerary in China above)*
Days 4-5: Xi’an *(Same as the 5-day itinerary in China above)*
Day 6: Guilin
- Morning: Take the high-speed train to Guilin (10 hrs, ¥759, ~£79) or take a direct flight from Xi'an to Guilin, 2.5 hrs, from £58.
- Afternoon: Visit Elephant Trunk Hill Park (¥55, Guilin’s famous landmark).
- Evening: Walk along the Two Rivers & Four Lakes (free, or take a boat ride for ¥210).
Day 7: Yangshuo
- Morning: Bamboo rafting on the Li River (¥160, Yangdi to Xingping is the most scenic part!).
- Afternoon: Bike or ride an e-bike (¥50/day) through the Ten-Mile Gallery.
- Evening: Explore West Street – try beer fish and enjoy the lively bars!
China Itinerary 2 Weeks
We recommend two classic routes to start your two-week in-depth tour of China. Each route selects 5 cities, which can not only experience the essence of China, but also ensure the depth of the tour.
The first is the historical ancient capital + modern city route:
Beijing (4 days) → Xi'an (2 days) → Shanghai (2 days) → Shenzhen/Hong Kong (2 days)
The second is the history + natural wonders route:
Beijing (4 days) → Xi'an (2 days) → Zhangjiajie (3 days) → Guilin (3 days) → Shanghai (2 days)
Route 1: Historical Ancient Capital + Modern City Route
Beijing (4 Days)
- D1: Arrival in Beijing
- D2: Tian'anmen Square, Forbidden City
- D3: Great Wall, Summer Palace
- D4: Fly to Xi'an | Shaanxi History Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Xi'an (2 Days)
- D5: Terracotta Army, Bell Tower, Muslim Quarter, City Wall
- D6: Fly to Shanghai | The Bund
Shanghai (2 Days)
- D7: Shanghai Disneyland
- D8: Fly to Shenzhen | Shennan Avenue, Shenzhen Bay Park
Shenzhen/Hong Kong (2 Days)
- D9: High-speed train to Hong Kong
- D10: Hong Kong exploration | Depart from Shanghai
Route 2: OR Alternative Natural Wonders Route
Beijing (4 Days)
- D1: Arrival
- D2: Forbidden City, Roast Duck, Hutongs
- D3: Great Wall, Temple of Heaven
- D4: Summer Palace
Xi'an (2 Days)
- D5: Terracotta Army, Cave Dwelling
- D6: City Wall biking, Dumpling making, Muslim Quarter
Zhangjiajie (3 Days)
- D7-8: National Forest Park, Tianzi Mountain, Glass Bridge
Guilin (3 Days)
- D10-11: Rice Terraces, Li River Cruise, Yangshuo
- D12: Yulong River SUP
Shanghai (2 Days)
- D13: The Bund, Shanghai Tower, Yuyuan Garden
- D14: Departure
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South China Itinerary
Here’s a 14-day itinerary of must-see destinations in South China. You can add or subtract days based on your schedule.
Guangzhou (2 Days)
- Day 1: Arrival, Shamian Island, Canton Tower night views
- Day 2: Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, Yuexiu Park, local dim sum tasting
Guilin & Yangshuo (4 Days)
- Day 3: Flight to Guilin, Reed Flute Cave, Elephant Trunk Hill
- Day 4: Li River cruise to Yangshuo
- Day 5: Yangshuo countryside cycling (Yulong River area)
- Day 6: Rice terrace hike in Longji
Zhangjiajie (3 Days)
- Day 7: Flight to Zhangjiajie, Tianmen Mountain
- Day 8: Zhangjiajie National Park (Avatar Mountains)
- Day 9: Grand Canyon Glass Bridge
Fujian (3 Days)
- Day 10: Flight to Xiamen, Gulangyu Island
- Day 11: Hakka tulou day trip from Xiamen
- Day 12: Xiamen coastal walk, Nanputuo Temple
Hong Kong (2 Days)
- Day 13: High-speed train to HK, Victoria Peak, Star Ferry
- Day 14: Lantau Island (Big Buddha), departure
