15 days in China Itinerary
Created using Inspirock China tour itinerary maker
Start: Washington DC
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Hong Kong
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Shanghai
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Harbin
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Beijing
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Hong Kong — 4 nights
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Pearl of the Orient
Witness the vibrant skyline of Hong Kong, an impressive urban territory on the southern coast of China.Do some cultural sightseeing at Lantau island and Hong Kong Museum of History. Pack the 21st (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Hong Kong Disneyland. Spend the 23rd (Sat) exploring the fascinating underwater world at Ocean Park. The adventure continues: take in panoramic vistas at Victoria Peak (The Peak), don't miss a visit to Hong Kong Skyline, stroll around Nan Lian Garden, and get curious at Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences.
To see photos, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Hong Kong journey planner.
Washington DC, USA to Hong Kong is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 13 hours traveling from Washington DC to Hong Kong. Prepare for warmer weather when traveling from Washington DC in January: high temperatures in Hong Kong hover around 68°F and lows are around 59°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Shanghai.
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Shanghai — 3 nights
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Pearl of the Orient
With a nickname like the "Pearl of the Orient," it's not surprising Shanghai offers some of the most rewarding attractions and activities in the Far East.The Bund (Wai Tan) and Shanghai Development Exhibition Hall are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan), admire the landmark architecture of Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu), get a taste of the local shopping with Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road), and wander the streets of Xintiandi.
To find other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Shanghai trip tool.
Getting from Hong Kong to Shanghai by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. When traveling from Hong Kong in January, plan for little chillier days and colder nights in Shanghai: temperatures range from 49°F by day to 37°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) early enough to fly to Harbin.
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Harbin — 3 nights
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Ice City
The influence of neighboring Russia remains visible throughout much of Harbin, with the country's northernmost metropolis possessing an intoxicating eclecticism in its architecture, food, and art.Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Unit 731 Museum and ZhongGuo MuDiao YiShuGuan. The adventure continues: find something for the whole family at Harbin Ice and Snow World, don't miss a visit to Zhongyang Pedestrian Street, walk around Zhaolin Park, and learn more about the world around you at Harbin Forest Museum.
To see reviews, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read our Harbin trip planner.
You can fly from Shanghai to Harbin in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Shanghai in January, things will get much colder in Harbin: highs are around 11°F and lows about -10°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can fly to Beijing.
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Beijing — 3 nights
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As the political and cultural capital of China, Beijing stands at the heart of Chinese history, buzzing with the energy of its high population density and centuries of importance.Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Mutianyu Great Wall and Lama Temple (Yonghegong). There's still lots to do: get engrossed in the history at The Palace Museum, get great views at Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang), appreciate the extensive heritage of Summer Palace (Yiheyuan), and pause for some photo ops at Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniantang).
To see ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Beijing trip itinerary builder.
Traveling by flight from Harbin to Beijing takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Harbin in January, things will get much hotter in Beijing: highs are around 38°F and lows about 16°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Tue) early enough to catch the flight 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.
