10 days in China Itinerary
Created using Inspirock China trip itinerary planner
Start: Washington
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Shanghai
— 3 nights
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Xi'an
— 1 night
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Beijing
— 4 nights
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End: Washington
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Shanghai — 3 nights
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Pearl of the Orient
Your cultural itinerary includes sights like The Bund (Wai Tan) and Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan). The adventure continues: take in nature's colorful creations at Yu Garden (Yuyuan), pause for some photo ops at Jade Buddha Temple, take a stroll through Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, and make a trip to Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road).
To see traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Shanghai sightseeing planner.
Washington, USA to Shanghai is an approximately 21.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to China Standard Time, which is usually a 13 hour difference. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Shanghai when traveling from Washington in May, with lows around 64°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Xi'an.
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To see traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Shanghai sightseeing planner.
Washington, USA to Shanghai is an approximately 21.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to China Standard Time, which is usually a 13 hour difference. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Shanghai when traveling from Washington in May, with lows around 64°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Xi'an.
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Xi'an — 1 night
Birthplace of Chinese Civilization
Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): delve into the distant past at Xi'an City Wall (Chengqiang) and then get engrossed in the history at The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses.
For ratings, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Xi'an visit planner.
You can fly from Shanghai to Xi'an in 4 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train; or drive. Traveling from Shanghai in May, Xi'an is little chillier at night with lows of 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to fly to Beijing.
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For ratings, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Xi'an visit planner.
You can fly from Shanghai to Xi'an in 4 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train; or drive. Traveling from Shanghai in May, Xi'an is little chillier at night with lows of 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to fly to Beijing.
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Beijing — 4 nights
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Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Mutianyu Great Wall and The Palace Museum. There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Summer Palace (Yiheyuan), examine the collection at National Museum Of China, get a sense of history and politics at Temple of Heaven, and take in panoramic vistas at Bell and Drum Towers.
For where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Beijing vacation planning app.
Fly from Xi'an to Beijing in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In May in Beijing, expect temperatures between 83°F during the day and 56°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) so you can travel back home.
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For where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Beijing vacation planning app.
Fly from Xi'an to Beijing in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In May in Beijing, expect temperatures between 83°F during the day and 56°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) so you can 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.
