A rail-first itinerary with minimal airport friction.
China’s easiest international gateway and the best place to learn how the country works before moving on.
A softer, greener counterpoint to Shanghai with excellent rail access.
The strongest history bridge between eastern China and the west.
China’s strongest historical finale and one of the two must-see gateway cities.
Arrival times, weather, reservation rules and traveler pace can change the correct number of nights.