31 days in China Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips China attractions planner
Start: Sanaa
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Hong Kong
— 5 nights
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Lijiang
— 2 nights
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Chengdu
— 1 night
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Xi'an
— 3 nights
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Huangshan
— 1 night
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Hangzhou
— 3 nights
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Shanghai
— 5 nights
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Suzhou
— 3 nights
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Beijing
— 5 nights
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Luanping County
— 2 nights
Drive to Beijing Capital International Airport, Fly to Sanaa
End: Sanaa
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Hong Kong — 5 nights
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Pearl of the Orient
Pack the 3rd (Wed) with family-friendly diversions at Hong Kong Disneyland. Spend the 5th (Fri) exploring the fascinating underwater world at Ocean Park. And it doesn't end there: enjoy breathtaking views from Victoria Peak (The Peak), make a trip to Hong Kong Skyline, get curious at Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences, and head off the coast to Lantau island.
To see more things to do, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Hong Kong online trip builder.
Sanaa, Yemen to Hong Kong is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. You'll lose 5 hours traveling from Sanaa to Hong Kong due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Sanaa in May, plan for a bit warmer nights in Hong Kong, with lows around 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Lijiang.
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Sanaa, Yemen to Hong Kong is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. You'll lose 5 hours traveling from Sanaa to Hong Kong due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Sanaa in May, plan for a bit warmer nights in Hong Kong, with lows around 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Lijiang.
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Lijiang — 2 nights
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Suzhou on the Plateau
On the 7th (Sun), ponder the design of Black Dragon Pond Park and then get to know the fascinating history of Old Town of Lijiang - China. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Three Parallel Rivers National Park.
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Fly from Hong Kong to Lijiang in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Chengdu.
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Fly from Hong Kong to Lijiang in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Chengdu.
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Chengdu — 1 night
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Hibiscus City
Start off your visit on the 9th (Tue): take an in-depth tour of Jinsha Site Museum, identify plant and animal life at Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (Xiongmao Jidi), and then stroll around Beihu Park.
For ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Chengdu trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Lijiang to Chengdu takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. May in Chengdu sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Xi'an.
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Traveling by flight from Lijiang to Chengdu takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. May in Chengdu sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Xi'an.
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Xi'an — 3 nights
Birthplace of Chinese Civilization
Spend the 10th (Wed) wandering through the wild on Travel China Guide. The adventure continues: get engrossed in the history at The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, make a trip to Kaiyuan Square, and delve into the distant past at Eastern Royal Tombs of the Qin Dynasty of Xi'an.
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Traveling by flight from Chengdu to Xi'an takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Chengdu in May, Xi'an is a bit cooler at night with lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Huangshan.
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Traveling by flight from Chengdu to Xi'an takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Chengdu in May, Xi'an is a bit cooler at night with lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Huangshan.
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Huangshan — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 13th (Sat): explore the stunning scenery at Xihai Great Canyon and then take in the awesome beauty at Mt. Huangshan.
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Getting from Xi'an to Huangshan by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) to allow time to take a train to Hangzhou.
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Getting from Xi'an to Huangshan by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) to allow time to take a train to Hangzhou.
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Hangzhou — 3 nights
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Paradise on Earth
Hangzhou is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the pleasant sights at West Lake (Xi Hu), make a trip to Hangzhou Xiaoshan Mountain, walk around Liulang Wenying Park, and get in on the family fun at Crazy Apple land.
For other places to visit, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Hangzhou trip maker.
Traveling by train from Huangshan to Hangzhou takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Hangzhou can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) so you can catch the train to Shanghai.
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Traveling by train from Huangshan to Hangzhou takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Hangzhou can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) so you can catch the train to Shanghai.
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Shanghai — 5 nights
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Pearl of the Orient
Shanghai is known for sightseeing, shopping, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the extensive heritage of The Bund (Wai Tan), wander the streets of Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, don't miss a visit to Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road), and admire the natural beauty at Yu Garden (Yuyuan).
For maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Shanghai road trip tool.
You can take a train from Hangzhou to Shanghai in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. May in Shanghai sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can catch the train to Suzhou.
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You can take a train from Hangzhou to Shanghai in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. May in Shanghai sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can catch the train to Suzhou.
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Suzhou — 3 nights
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Venice of the East
Take a break from Suzhou with a short trip to Shaxi Ancient Town in Taicang, about 1h 15 min away. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Tongli Town, appreciate the extensive heritage of Shantang Street, examine the collection at Suzhou Museum, and walk around The Classical Gardens of Suzhou.
To see ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Suzhou trip planner.
Traveling by train from Shanghai to Suzhou takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to fly to Beijing.
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Traveling by train from Shanghai to Suzhou takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to fly to Beijing.
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Beijing — 5 nights
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Beijing is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: head outdoors with Mutianyu Great Wall, get a sense of history and politics at Temple of Heaven, steep yourself in history at Bell and Drum Towers, and examine the collection at National Museum Of China.
To find other places to visit and tourist information, refer to the Beijing road trip planning app.
Fly from Suzhou to Beijing in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. May in Beijing sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Mon) early enough to drive to Luanping County.
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Fly from Suzhou to Beijing in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. May in Beijing sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Mon) early enough to drive to Luanping County.
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Luanping County — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 30th (Tue): see Jinshanling Great Wall.
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Drive from Beijing to Luanping County in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of train and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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Drive from Beijing to Luanping County in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of train and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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With well over 1.3 billion residents, China represents the most populous country in the world, considered by many the cradle of civilization thanks to its history spanning many millennia. While a single trip to China rarely satisfies curious travelers, a well-organized tour reveals a land of awe-inspiring natural scenery, ancient monuments, and giant cities, where the diverse population includes almost 60 different ethnic groups speaking dozens of distinct languages. While many Westerners may know China mostly for its centuries-old tradition of martial arts, discerning travelers visit this vast nation for its outstanding cuisine, pristine landscapes, epic train journeys, and small towns of hardworking and genuinely hospitable people.
