7-Day Cultural and Urban Exploration from Beijing to Hong Kong via Shanghai and Macao

Day 1: Explore Beijing

Beijing, China on May 24, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant

Start your day with a traditional Beijing breakfast including Peking duck pancakes. Quanjude is famous for its authentic roast duck and local flavour.
CNY80, 1h

9:30am

Visit the Forbidden City

Explore the imperial palace complex, a symbol of China's history and culture, open 8am–5pm. It's a vast area showcasing Ming and Qing dynasty architecture and artifacts.
CNY60, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Da Dong Roast Duck

Enjoy a refined take on Beijing roast duck with fresh ingredients in a stylish setting, open 11am–3pm.
CNY120, 1h

2:30pm

Explore the Temple of Heaven

Visit this iconic park and temple complex where emperors prayed for good harvests. The park is open 6am–10pm, perfect for afternoon strolls and photography.
CNY40, 2h

5:00pm

Walk through Wangfujing Street

Experience a bustling shopping street offering street snacks, souvenirs, and local culture until late evening.
Free, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Jing Yaa Tang

Savor exceptional Peking duck and regional dishes in a contemporary atmosphere, open 5:30pm–10pm.
CNY150, 1.5h
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Day 2: Great Wall & Summer Palace

Beijing, China on May 25, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel or local cafe

Fuel up with a simple breakfast to prepare for a full day of sightseeing.
Approx. CNY40, 0.5h

8:30am

Visit the Great Wall at Mutianyu

Explore one of the best-preserved Great Wall sections, less crowded and scenic, open 7am–6pm. Take a cable car up and enjoy panoramic views.
CNY180 (includes cable car), 4h

1:00pm

Lunch in Mutianyu Village

Enjoy local cuisine at a nearby restaurant with dishes featuring fresh, regional ingredients.
CNY70, 1h

3:00pm

Visit the Summer Palace

Stroll through this imperial garden with beautiful lakes, temples, and pavilions, open 6:30am–7pm. It’s a peaceful contrast after the Great Wall visit.
CNY60, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Bai Jia Da Yuan Restaurant

Dine in a Qing dynasty style mansion serving royal dishes. Open 5:30pm–10pm.
CNY180, 1.5h
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Day 3: Travel to Shanghai and City Tour

Shanghai, China on May 26, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Have a quick breakfast before catching your flight or high-speed train to Shanghai.
Included in hotel or approx. CNY40, 0.5h

9:00am

Travel to Shanghai by high-speed train

Take a 4.5-5 hour high-speed train from Beijing South to Shanghai Hongqiao Station, comfortable and fast.
CNY550 (2nd class seat), 5h

2:30pm

Lunch at Din Tai Fung, Shanghai

Enjoy famous xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) and other Shanghainese dishes at this renowned Taiwanese chain, open 11:30am–9pm.
CNY90, 1h

3:30pm

Visit The Bund

Walk along this iconic waterfront promenade offering fantastic views of futuristic Pudong skyline, open 24 hours.
Free, 1.5h

5:30pm

Explore Yu Garden

Visit this classic Ming Dynasty garden with ponds, pavilions, and traditional architecture, open 8:30am–5:30pm.
CNY40, 1.5h

7:30pm

Dinner at Lost Heaven on the Bund

Taste Yunnan ethnic cuisine in a beautifully decorated setting, open 5pm–10pm.
CNY160, 1.5h
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Day 4: Explore Shanghai

Shanghai, China on May 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Maan Coffee

Enjoy a relaxed morning with western-style breakfast options and quality coffee, open 8am–10pm.
CNY60, 1h

9:30am

Visit Shanghai Museum

Discover extensive Chinese art and history collections in this well-designed museum, open 9am–5pm, closed Mondays.
Free, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Jia Jia Tang Bao

Try Shanghai’s top-rated soup dumplings at this popular, affordable spot, open 10:30am–8pm.
CNY40, 1h

1:30pm

Explore French Concession

Wander the charming streets with cafes, boutiques and tree-lined avenues. Open all day.
Free, 3h

5:00pm

Visit Jing’an Temple

Tour this serene Buddhist temple with beautiful traditional architecture, open 7am–5pm.
CNY50, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hai Di Lao Hot Pot

Experience a popular Chinese hot pot chain known for excellent service and fresh ingredients, open 11am–2am.
CNY150, 1.5h
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Day 5: Macao Culture and Sights

Macao, China on May 28, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a quick breakfast before catching a morning flight or ferry to Macao.
Included or approx. CNY40, 0.5h

8:30am

Travel to Macao from Shanghai by flight (connecting likely via Hong Kong)

Fly from Shanghai to Macao with a possible stopover in Hong Kong; flight time including transfer approx. 5-6 hours.
CNY1000 approx, 6h

2:30pm

Lunch at Lord Stow’s Bakery

Try famous Portuguese egg tarts and light snacks in this venerable establishment.
CNY40, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Ruins of St. Paul’s

Explore this iconic 17th-century Catholic complex, now a famous Macao landmark, open 9am–6pm.
Free, 1h

5:00pm

Walk around Senado Square

Enjoy the lively square with colonial architecture, shops, and cafes, great for sunset and photos.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at A Lorcha

Savor authentic Macanese cuisine blending Portuguese and Chinese flavors, open 11:30am–10pm.
CNY150, 1.5h
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Day 6: Macao to Hong Kong Transfer & Sightseeing

Hong Kong, China on May 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Have breakfast before departing Macao for Hong Kong.
Included or approx. CNY40, 0.5h

9:00am

Travel from Macao to Hong Kong by ferry

Take about 1 hour air-conditioned ferry from Macao to Hong Kong’s Macau Ferry Terminal, efficient and scenic.
HKD170 (approx CNY150), 1h

11:00am

Check-in to hotel and rest

Settle in your hotel in central Hong Kong for a short rest.
Varies, 1.5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Tim Ho Wan

Dine at the world’s most affordable Michelin-starred dim sum restaurant, open 10am–9:30pm.
HKD100, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Victoria Peak

Take the Peak Tram to enjoy panoramic views of Hong Kong’s skyline and harbour, open 7am–midnight.
HKD99, 2h

5:00pm

Walk around Central and Soho

Explore trendy neighbourhoods with bars, shops and galleries, vibrant in the early evening. Open all day.
Free, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Yung Kee Restaurant

Try famous roast goose and traditional Cantonese cuisine in an iconic restaurant, open 11am–2am.
HKD250, 1.5h
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Day 7: Hong Kong Highlights

Hong Kong, China on May 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Australian Dairy Company

Enjoy a classic Hong Kong cha chaan teng breakfast with scrambled eggs and milk tea, open 7am–3pm.
HKD50, 1h

9:30am

Visit Wong Tai Sin Temple

Experience traditional Chinese spiritual culture at this popular temple open 7am–5pm.
Free, 1h

11:00am

Explore Nan Lian Garden and Chi Lin Nunnery

Visit this tranquil classical Chinese garden and large Buddhist nunnery complex, open 7am–8pm.
Free, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Mak’s Noodle

Taste famous wonton noodles at this legendary local spot, open 11am–9:30pm.
HKD50, 1h

3:00pm

Avenue of Stars and Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade

Enjoy harbour views and stroll along this famous walkway paying tribute to Hong Kong cinema, open 24h.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Hutong

Indulge in high-end northern Chinese dishes with spectacular Victoria Harbour views, open 12pm–11pm.
HKD350, 2h
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