Oct 1‑Oct 7 2027 China Multi‑City Adventure

Day 1: Shenzhen → Shanghai (Arrival & Exploration)

Morning: Catch the early G‑train from Shenzhen North to Shanghai Hongqiao (≈8 h, €55). Enjoy the scenery of the Pearl River Delta and the Zhejiang coast.

Afternoon: Drop off luggage at your friend’s place, then stroll to The Bund for iconic skyline views and a quick bite at a local noodle stall.

Evening: Wander along Nanjing Road for vibrant street life and shop window gazing, then relax with tea at a traditional teahouse.

Day 2: Shanghai (Cultural Immersion)

Morning: Visit the historic Yu Garden and the adjoining Old City Bazaar for classic Suzhou‑style architecture.

Afternoon: Explore the free‑admission Shanghai Museum in People’s Square, then walk to the nearby Former French Concession for leafy lanes and cafés.

Evening: Take a Huangpu River cruise to see the illuminated skyline, ending with a casual dinner at a local dumpling house.

Day 3: Shanghai → Xi’an (Travel & First Impressions)

Morning: Board the G‑train Shanghai‑Hongqiao → Xi’an North (≈5.5 h, €45). Arrive around midday.

Afternoon: After settling in, head straight to the majestic Ancient City Wall for a bike ride along its ramparts.

Evening: Explore the bustling Muslim Quarter, sampling street‑food specialties such as yangrou paomo.

Day 4: Xi’an (Historical Highlights)

Morning: Join a guided tour to the world‑famous Terracotta Army (≈1 h bus each way, entry €12).

Afternoon: Return to the city centre to visit the **Great Mosque** and the nearby **Small Wild Goose Pagoda**.

Evening: Enjoy a relaxed dinner by the **Xi’an City Wall**, watching the lantern‑lit nightscape.

Day 5: Xi’an → Wuhan (Travel & First Glimpse)

Morning: Take the high‑speed G‑train Xi’an → Wuhan (≈4 h, €30). Arrive around noon.

Afternoon: Check in with a local host, then wander to the historic Yellow Crane Tower for panoramic river views.

Evening: Stroll along the **Yangtze River promenade**, sampling Wuhan’s signature hot‑dry noodles.

Day 6: Wuhan (Urban & Natural Exploration)

Morning: Visit the expansive East Lake Scenic Area for a leisurely walk or bike ride.

Afternoon: Discover Chinese history at the free‑entry Hubei Provincial Museum, home to the ancient bronze Zun vessel.

Evening: Take the overnight G‑train Wuhan → Shenzhen (≈5 h, €35), arriving in Shenzhen late night on Oct 7.

Day 7: Arrival in Shenzhen (Evening)

Evening: Arrive back at Shenzhen Pingshan campus, concluding the trip. No further sightseeing planned.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Shenzhen → Shanghai (high‑speed rail) – 8 h – €55
• The Bund (Shanghai) – 2 h – Free
• Nanjing Road (Shanghai) – 2 h – Free
• Yu Garden (Shanghai) – 2 h – €5
• Shanghai Museum (Shanghai) – 2 h – Free
• Shanghai → Xi’an (high‑speed rail) – 5.5 h – €45
• Ancient City Wall (Xi’an) – 3 h – €6
• Muslim Quarter (Xi’an) – 2 h – Free (food ≈ €8)
• Terracotta Army (Xi’an) – 4 h – €12 + transport €10
• Great Mosque & Small Wild Goose Pagoda (Xi’an) – 2 h – Free
• Xi’an → Wuhan (high‑speed rail) – 4 h – €30
• Yellow Crane Tower (Wuhan) – 2 h – €5
• East Lake (Wuhan) – 3 h – Free
• Hubei Provincial Museum (Wuhan) – 2 h – Free
• Wuhan → Shenzhen (overnight high‑speed rail) – 5 h – €35
• Total Estimated Cost – €288

Tips

If you wish to extend the trip, consider adding a day in Shanghai to visit the futuristic Shanghai Tower or a day in Wuhan to explore the Wuhan University campus. To shorten the itinerary, you could skip the overnight train and fly from Wuhan to Shenzhen (≈2 h), which would save travel time but increase cost. Using early‑bird high‑speed tickets and booking seats in advance will keep the budget low while ensuring comfortable journeys.