A high-value three-week route with nature, cities and history.
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.
One of China’s strongest pure-leisure destinations, but weather and park logistics need active planning.
A visually dramatic city that performs especially well with younger travelers and short-form content.
One of China’s easiest places to slow down and still have strong signature experiences.
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.