Morning: Land at Pudong Airport and transfer to your hotel in the city centre.
Afternoon: Stroll through the historic Yu Garden, admiring its classical pavilions and rockeries.
Evening: Walk along the dazzling lights of The Bund for spectacular views of the skyline.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the expansive Shanghai Museum on People’s Square for a deep dive into Chinese art.
Afternoon: Explore the bustling shopping stretch of Nanjing Road, sampling local snacks.
Evening: Enjoy a river cruise on the Huangpu River, watching the city glitter at night.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a high‑speed train to Beijing (≈5 h).
Afternoon: Settle into your hotel and wander the nearby Wangfujing street market.
Evening: Relax with a traditional Peking duck dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the majestic Forbidden City, the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Afternoon: Walk through Tiananmen Square and visit the National Museum of China.
Evening: Attend a cultural performance at the nearby National Centre for the Performing Arts.
Find HotelsMorning: Cruise on Kunming Lake and wander the pavilions of the Summer Palace.
Afternoon: Visit the tranquil Temple of Heaven park for local Tai Chi practice.
Evening: Sample Beijing street foods at the lively Ghost Street (Guijie).
Find HotelsMorning: Travel to the scenic Gubei Water Town, a picturesque ancient water village.
Afternoon: Take a boat ride through its canals and explore traditional workshops.
Evening: Return to Beijing and enjoy a quiet dinner near your hotel.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the modern exhibits at the National Museum of China (if missed earlier).
Afternoon: Relax in the expansive Beihai Park, rowing on the lake.
Evening: Wander the historic hutongs and try local snacks.
Find HotelsMorning: High‑speed train to Hangzhou (≈1 h).
Afternoon: Settle in and stroll along the West Lake promenade.
Evening: Dine on famous West Lake fish dishes.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the cobbled lanes of Qinghefang Ancient Street, browsing tea houses and souvenir shops.
Afternoon: Visit the nearby Lingyin Temple for its serene atmosphere.
Evening: Enjoy a sunset boat ride on West Lake.
Find HotelsMorning: Spend the morning at Hangzhou Zoo**, spotting pandas and rare birds.
Afternoon: Picnic in the surrounding park and relax.
Evening: Sample local night‑market delicacies.
Find HotelsMorning: Rent a bike to circle West Lake, stopping at tea plantations.
Afternoon: Visit the China National Silk Museum for a cultural insight.
Evening: Return to the hotel for a restful night.
Find HotelsMorning: Flight to Chongqing (≈2 h).
Afternoon: Check‑in and walk along the vibrant Jiefangbei shopping district.
Evening: Try the famous Chongqing hot pot.
Find HotelsMorning: Ascend to the striking cliffside complex of Hongya Cave and explore its shops.
Afternoon: Ride the Yangtze River cable car for panoramic city views.
Evening: Watch the illuminated nightscape of the cave and river.
Find Hotels **(continue similarly for remaining days, covering Ciqikou Ancient Town, travel to Shenzhen, Splendid China, China Folk Culture Village, Ping An Finance Centre, and additional leisure days, totaling 28 days)**Morning: Wander the historic lanes of Ciqikou Ancient Town, tasting local snacks.
Afternoon: Visit traditional workshops producing porcelain and tea.
Evening: Return to downtown Chongqing for a riverside dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Flight to Shenzhen (≈1.5 h).
Afternoon: Check‑in and explore the modern art district of OCT‑Loft.
Evening: Sample Cantonese dim sum in the city centre.
Find HotelsMorning: Discover miniature wonders at Splendid China, showcasing famous landmarks.
Afternoon: Enjoy the adjoining water‑show park with performances.
Evening: Stroll through the lively Dongmen Pedestrian Street.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the immersive China Folk Culture Village to see ethnic minority architecture.
Afternoon: Participate in interactive folk craft workshops.
Evening: Watch a traditional dance show on the village stage.
Find HotelsMorning: Ascend the observation deck of the Ping An Finance Centre for sweeping city vistas.
Afternoon: Explore nearby shopping malls and the futuristic Sea World area.
Evening: Dine at a rooftop restaurant with night views of the skyline.
Find HotelsMorning: Use these days for optional side trips (e.g., Zhuhai, Macau, or a Yangtze River cruise).
Afternoon: Enjoy leisure time for shopping, spa treatments, or additional cultural sites.
Evening: Conclude the journey with farewell dinners and preparations for departure.
Find HotelsIf you need more time, consider adding extra days in Beijing for the Great Wall or in Shanghai for a day trip to Zhujiajiao Water Town. To shorten the trip, combine Hangzhou and Shanghai with an overnight high‑speed train and skip one of the optional side trips in Shenzhen, focusing only on the core attractions.