10 days in China Itinerary
Created using Inspirock China route planner
Start: Washington
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Shanghai
— 3 nights
Fly
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Xi'an
— 1 night
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Beijing
— 3 nights
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Luanping County
— 1 night
Drive to Beijing Capital International Airport, Fly to Washington
End: Washington
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Shanghai — 3 nights
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Pearl of the Orient
The Bund (Wai Tan) and Jade Buddha Temple are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Step out of Shanghai to go to Jiashan County and see Xitang Ancient Town, which is approximately 1h 20 min away. There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan), take in panoramic vistas at Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu), view the masterpieces at Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Centre, and shop like a local with Former French Concession.
To see maps, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Shanghai planning app.
Washington, USA to Shanghai is an approximately 21.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to China Standard Time is 13 hours. Traveling from Washington in May, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Shanghai, with lows around 64°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can fly to Xi'an.
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To see maps, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Shanghai planning app.
Washington, USA to Shanghai is an approximately 21.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to China Standard Time is 13 hours. Traveling from Washington in May, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Shanghai, with lows around 64°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can fly to Xi'an.
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Xi'an — 1 night
Birthplace of Chinese Civilization
Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): delve into the distant past at Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang), take an in-depth tour of The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, and then explore the ancient world of Eastern Royal Tombs of the Qin Dynasty of Xi'an.
To find photos, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read Xi'an trip planner.
Fly from Shanghai to Xi'an in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train; or drive. Traveling from Shanghai in May, Xi'an is little chillier at night with lows of 56°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Beijing.
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To find photos, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read Xi'an trip planner.
Fly from Shanghai to Xi'an in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train; or drive. Traveling from Shanghai in May, Xi'an is little chillier at night with lows of 56°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Beijing.
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Beijing — 3 nights
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Mutianyu Great Wall and Temple of Heaven are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's lots more to do: take an in-depth tour of The Palace Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling), find something for the whole family at Olympic Park, and explore the world behind art at Luo Hong Art Museum.
For photos, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Beijing trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Xi'an to Beijing takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 83°F in May, and nighttime lows around 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) to allow time to drive to Luanping County.
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For photos, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Beijing trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Xi'an to Beijing takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 83°F in May, and nighttime lows around 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) to allow time to drive to Luanping County.
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Luanping County — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): see Jinshanling Great Wall.
For maps, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, read our Luanping County vacation maker app.
You can drive from Beijing to Luanping County in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of train and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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For maps, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, read our Luanping County vacation maker app.
You can drive from Beijing to Luanping County in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of train and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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China travel guide
With well over 1.3 billion residents, China represents the most populous country in the world, considered by many the cradle of civilization thanks to its history spanning many millennia. While a single trip to China rarely satisfies curious travelers, a well-organized tour reveals a land of awe-inspiring natural scenery, ancient monuments, and giant cities, where the diverse population includes almost 60 different ethnic groups speaking dozens of distinct languages. While many Westerners may know China mostly for its centuries-old tradition of martial arts, discerning travelers visit this vast nation for its outstanding cuisine, pristine landscapes, epic train journeys, and small towns of hardworking and genuinely hospitable people.
