Shanghai
Modern Cities
Modern China
12 Days · Shanghai · Guangzhou · Shenzhen · Hangzhou
‹ All Journeys
Overview
China as it lives now — Shanghai's skyline, Guangzhou's Cantonese old town, Shenzhen's tech boom and Hangzhou's tea hills, linked by high-speed rail in twelve days of the country's most dynamic cities.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
| Days | Destination | Core Experience | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1–D3 | Shanghai | Arrival and the Bund, Nanjing Road; Lujiazui, Oriental Pearl Tower / Shanghai Tower, Huangpu River; Zhujiajiao water town, Xintiandi / Tianzifang | 3 nights in Shanghai |
| D4–D5 | Guangzhou | Travel to Guangzhou, Zhujiang New Town; Huacheng Square, Canton Tower, Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, Shamian Island and the old city | 2 nights in Guangzhou |
| D6–D8 | Shenzhen | High-speed rail to Shenzhen, Futian and Ping An Finance Centre; a technology and innovation day; Nantou Ancient City, Shenzhen Bay or OCT | 3 nights in Shenzhen |
| D9–D10 | Hangzhou | Fly to Hangzhou, West Lake and the lakeside; Lingyin Temple, Longjing tea plantations, Hefang Street or Songcheng | 2 nights in Hangzhou |
| D11–D12 | Shanghai | High-speed rail back to Shanghai and a free afternoon; departure on D12 | 1 night in Shanghai |
Highlights
- The Bund at night and the Lujiazui skyline from the Huangpu River
- Guangzhou's Chen Clan Ancestral Hall and the colonial lanes of Shamian Island
- A day inside Shenzhen's technology and innovation scene, then Nantou's old city walls
- Hangzhou's West Lake, Lingyin Temple and the Longjing tea plantations
- High-speed rail between cities, so more time on the ground and less in transit
What's Included
- Private guide throughout, in English or your own language (Italian, French and more)
- Private car or van transfers between cities
- Handpicked boutique accommodation
- Daily breakfast and select local meals
- All permits, entrance fees, and internal transport
- Travel and medical insurance guidance
- A Hanfu (traditional Chinese dress) styling session or a traditional folk-culture experience
- A curated local gift to take home
Not Included
- International flights to and from China
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Your journey starts with a question.
Tell us where you'd like to go. We'll take it from there.