DURATION
15 days
15 DAYS · Beijing · Xi’an · Chengdu · Guilin · Shanghai · SAMPLE ITINERARY
China in Depth
An illustrative outline for exploring Beijing · Xi’an · Chengdu · Guilin · Shanghai. Use it to compare route length and priorities; confirm current access, transport, schedules and any services with providers.
Planning reference only. This page does not confirm availability, suppliers, prices, tickets, accommodation or transport.
ROUTE AT A GLANCE
A sample framework
Consider your dates, interests, travel pace and current access requirements before making arrangements.
PLACES
Beijing · Xi’an · Chengdu · Guilin · Shanghai
ILLUSTRATIVE OUTLINE
Plan one day at a time.
- Day 1Arrive and orient in Beijing
- Day 2Beijing historic centre
- Day 3Choose a Great Wall area after access checks
- Day 4Neighbourhoods and local history
- Day 5Plan the connection to Xi’an
- Day 6Terracotta Warriors area and ticket research
- Day 7Xi’an food and city culture
- Day 8Plan onward travel to Chengdu
- Day 9Explore Chengdu neighbourhoods
- Day 10Research current panda conservation-site visitor rules
- Day 11Plan onward travel to Guilin
- Day 12Li River area; check current route and boat options
- Day 13Explore Yangshuo and surrounding countryside
- Day 14Plan onward travel to Shanghai
- Day 15Explore Shanghai and prepare for departure
Dates & access
Confirm current official entry rules, site access, schedules and ticket requirements.
Route & pace
Review travel times, mobility needs and rest periods against your group’s preferences.
Written scope
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