29 days in China Itinerary

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.

Shanghai is known for sightseeing, shopping, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: go for a walk through The Bund (Wai Tan), relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, admire the natural beauty at Yu Garden (Yuyuan), and take in the spiritual surroundings of Longhua Temple.

To see ratings, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read Shanghai trip maker website.

Auckland, New Zealand to Shanghai is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You'll gain 4 hours traveling from Auckland to Shanghai due to the time zone difference. Expect colder temperatures when traveling from Auckland in February; daily highs in Shanghai reach 12°C and lows reach 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to fly to Harbin.

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.

Harbin is known for sightseeing, theme parks, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: find something for the whole family at Harbin Ice and Snow World, get a new perspective on nature at Harbin Forest Museum, explore the different monuments and memorials at Haerbin Martyrs Cemetery, and walk around Zhaolin Park.

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Fly from Shanghai to Harbin in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Prepare for cooler weather when traveling from Shanghai in February: high temperatures in Harbin hover around -7°C and lows are around -23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) so you can fly to Beijing.

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.

Beijing is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see Mutianyu Great Wall, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling), get a sense of history and politics at Temple of Heaven, and get engrossed in the history at The Palace Museum.

To see ratings, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Beijing trip itinerary planner.

You can fly from Harbin to Beijing in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Harbin in February, things will get much hotter in Beijing: highs are around 6°C and lows about -7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) to allow time to fly to Xi'an.

Historians often describe Xi'an, capital city for over a dozen dynasties, as the birthplace of Chinese civilization.

Spend the 5th (Sun) wandering through the wild on Travel China Guide. The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, delve into the distant past at Eastern Royal Tombs of the Qin Dynasty of Xi'an, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and steep yourself in history at Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta).

For photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Xi'an trip itinerary planning site.

Traveling by flight from Beijing to Xi'an takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In March in Xi'an, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can fly to Lijiang.

The cultural capital of the Naxi people, one of the 55 minority ethnic groups in the country, Lijang traces its history back over 800 years, with the city developing from a trading post on the ancient Southern Silk Road.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Tue): ponder the design of Black Dragon Pond Park and then get to know the fascinating history of Old Town of Lijiang - China. On your second day here, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Three Parallel Rivers National Park.

To see more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Lijiang trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Xi'an to Lijiang takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Hong Kong.

Witness the vibrant skyline of Hong Kong, an impressive urban territory on the southern coast of China.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Hong Kong: Macau (Maritime Museum, Ruins of St. Paul's, &more). Pack the 11th (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Hong Kong Disneyland. Spend the 12th (Sun) exploring the fascinating underwater world at Ocean Park. There's much more to do: enjoy breathtaking views from Victoria Peak (The Peak), indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, make a trip to Hong Kong Skyline, and engage your brain at Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences.

To see photos, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Hong Kong holiday planner.

You can fly from Lijiang to Hong Kong in 4.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In March, daytime highs in Hong Kong are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.