Shanghai, Yangshuo & Shenzhen 8-Day China Tour

Overview

Three days on, the boatman guides you across the stone arch at the pace of a single oar stroke. Four days in, your guide walks you through the digital floors where the season’s latest electronics are already on display. Throughout, the Li River flows at a rhythm slower than any town on its banks. Most eight-day itineraries pick just one of these tempos; this route moves through all three in sequence: canal, river, and city. Three nights in Shanghai, two in Yangshuo, two in Shenzhen—plus a flight and a high-speed rail link—handle every long-distance transfer. What you gain is a recalibration: by the time you arrive home, you’ll understand that in China, speed is a choice.

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Why you'll love this trip

Three worlds in one journey. Yu Garden, a canal town, the Li River's peaks and Shenzhen's tech floors.

Board the Huangpu ferry at dusk, century-old banking halls on one bank, Pudong's towers on the other.
Sit low in a sculling boat as Zhujiajiao slides past, stone bridges overhead, kitchens at the water.
Pedal the level lanes along the Yulong River, rice paddies on both sides, limestone peaks all around.
Wake for first light at Xianggong Hill as it finds the Li River's great bend.
Walk Huaqiangbei with a guide who reads it aloud, where a sketch becomes a boxed product.
Unpack just three times in eight days, three nights in Shanghai, two each in Yangshuo and Shenzhen.

Things to do

The Bund & Huangpu River Ferry, Shanghai

Water Town Handcraft Experience, Zhujiajiao

DJI Flagship Store or Technology Showroom, Shenzhen

Huaqiangbei Electronics District, Shenzhen

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Itinerary

Arrivals

Shanghai · Day 1 - Day 3

Day 1 · Shanghai: arrival

Land, check in, slow down. The city will still be there at dusk.

Arrival transfer Your English-speaking guide meets you at arrivals and a private vehicle takes you to the hotel; nothing heavy is planned for landing day, so jet lag gets a fair landing too.

The Bund, if you land early A first walk along the Huangpu waterfront: a row of stone banking halls from the last century on your side, the lit towers of Pudong across the water.

Dinner nearby Your guide can recommend local Shanghai-style (Benbang) restaurants near your hotel; dinner is at your own expense.

Day 2 · Shanghai: garden, lanes, two banks of one river

The whole city in one arc. Start in a Ming garden, end between two skylines.

Yu Garden Pavilions, ponds, rockeries and covered corridors, laid out in the Ming dynasty as a private family garden: "Yu" means peace, chosen by the official who built it for his aging father. You walk it the way it was designed to be read: one framed scene at a time.

The Old City The lanes around the garden keep an earlier Shanghai: small shops, food stalls, neighborhood life at street level. Lunch is Shanghainese, at a local restaurant, included today.

Hengshan–Fuxing walk An afternoon on Wukang, Hunan or Sinan Road: plane trees, low-rise houses from the early twentieth century, and the cafes and small galleries that moved in among them.

The Bund & the ferry Return to the waterfront as the lights come up, then cross the Huangpu on the public ferry locals commute on: both skylines at once, from the middle of the river.

Day 3 · Zhujiajiao: the town at oar speed

A town that still runs at the speed of one oar. Sit low and let it pass you.

Out of the city A private vehicle takes you to Zhujiajiao on Shanghai's western edge, where the streets narrow, the bridges hump, and the houses put their back doors on the water.

Hand-cranked Boat Drift through the canals of Zhujiajiao in a traditional sculling boat, passing beneath stone arches as waterside homes rise on either side.

Kezhi Garden and Fangsheng Bridge Visit the Keshi Garden and Fangsheng Bridge in Zhujiajiao, then enjoy a Jiangnan-style lunch included in the itinerary.

Water Town Crafts Experience An afternoon session in one water-town art: an introduction to Kunqu Opera, blue calico printing or bamboo weaving, picked to the group's interests; the other two can be added.

Back by evening Return to Shanghai in the late afternoon; the evening is yours.

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Yangshuo · Day 4 - Day 5

Day 4 · Shanghai to Yangshuo

Upon arriving in Guilin, travel by coach to Yangshuo and spend the afternoon exploring the rural scenery of the Yulong River.

Morning flight Fly from Shanghai to Guilin, then drive straight on to Yangshuo by private vehicle; outside the window, city gives way to rivers, farmland and the first limestone peaks of Guangxi.

Check in, ease off After arriving in Yangshuo, take a short rest at your hotel before heading out to explore the Yulong River.

The Yulong River countryside By bicycle, e-bike or car, whichever suits your legs: riverside paths, rice paddies, villages under the peaks. This is the landscape Chinese ink painters have returned to for centuries, and you are inside it at ground level.

Evening in town In the evening, take a leisurely stroll down West Street, or enjoy a self-funded dinner at a riverside restaurant; your guide can offer dining recommendations.

Day 5 · First light on the Li River

The one early alarm of the trip. The river spends the whole day paying it back.

Xianggong Hill at sunrise A pre-dawn drive and a short stair climb to the platform photographers prize; below you, the Li River draws its great bend, and the peaks step out of the dark in ranks, nearest first. Somewhere in that slow reveal, you'll forget the alarm clock entirely.

Xingping Ancient Town After breakfast, the stone streets of a town that grew on river trade; your guide reads its shopfronts and wharves back into the days when everything here moved by water.

The Li River, from the water Afloat by bamboo raft or cruise boat; which one depends on the season and water level, and either way the same scenery does the work: peaks, riverside villages, the working river between them. A riverside lunch or afternoon tea is included.

A slow afternoon An easy walk along the river, time to rest and photograph; back at the hotel by late afternoon.

高铁

Shenzhen · Day 6 - Day 8

Day 6 · The gear change

Leave at the river's pace. Arrive at Shenzhen's.

A morning with no agenda Breakfast, then a gentle riverside or countryside walk, a local market, or nothing at all: the morning is shaped to the group.

High-speed rail south After lunch, take a high-speed train to Shenzhen. The specific train schedule depends on your travel date; you can travel directly to Shenzhen North Station or transfer at Guangzhou South Station. Train tickets are quoted separately.

Shenzhen Bay at night This morning, the loudest thing you heard was water moving over stone. Tonight, an unbroken line of lit towers runs the full curve of the bay, and the walkway beneath them is busy with evening joggers. Same country; the same day. When someone back home asks what China is like, you can answer with this one day.

Day 7 · Shenzhen: Tech Districts & Bays

A city that treats the future as a working day. Spend one inside it.

DJI Flagship Store or Tech Exhibition Hall Drones, gimbals and imaging gear in a flagship store or technology showroom, with the story of how research and engineering here become products on shelves worldwide.

Urban planning exhibition Explore Shenzhen's urban development journey through a sand table model and its growth plans.

Huaqiangbei Follow your guide through Huaqiangbei’s electronics counters to view components, devices, and product displays, gaining insight into how this district operates.

The bay in late light Before dinner, head to Shenzhen Bay or Talent Park to take in the city skyline; the evening includes a modern Cantonese or contemporary Chinese dinner, with the specific restaurant confirmed on your itinerary.

After dark A drone formation performance over the city on dates when one is scheduled; on other dates, the lit towers around the Civic Center stand in.

Day 8 · Shenzhen: Departure

Depending on your flight, ferry, or customs clearance schedule, choose between Shenzhen Bay Park or OCT-LOFT Creative Culture Park, then proceed to your departure point.

Shenzhen Bay Park A walk along the water with the towers behind you and Hong Kong's hills across the bay.

OCT-LOFT Creative Culture Park Former factory floors turned studios, galleries and cafes: Shenzhen proving it can also do slow.

Onward A private transfer to Bao'an International Airport, Shekou Cruise Home Port or the Hong Kong land crossing, timed with room to spare.

Departures

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Hotels

These are sample stays typically included in the itinerary. Final pricing depends on the hotel level selected.

Shanghai

Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai (Shanghai International Resort Area)

Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai: A luxurious garden hotel near Pudong Airport and Disneyland, offering complimentary shuttle service to both destinations.

yangshuo

Yangshuo Ancient Garden Boutique Hotel

A characterful Yangshuo stay with a countryside feel, suited to travellers who prefer charm over a standard city hotel.

Shanghai

Artyzen Habitat Shanghai Taopu

Inspired by the theme "one Ayazen hotel, one city story," the guest rooms offer comfortable and stylish accommodations equipped with modern amenities.

Shenzhen

Kempinski Hotel Shenzhen

A Nanshan hotel beside the Houhai commercial district, with easy access to Shenzhen's western business and cultural areas.

Shanghai

Ruizhen Meili Hotel (Shanghai City Center, The Bund)

Located on Beijing East Road, just steps from the Suzhou Creek, with breathtaking views of Shanghai's iconic Bund skyline.

Shanghai

CitiGO Hotel Shanghai Jing'an Temple Nanjing West Road

CitiGO欢阁酒店: Located in Shanghai's bustling Jing'an Temple commercial district, this vibrant hotel offers convenient accommodations just a three-minute walk from Line 14 subway station.

Shanghai

Pullman Shanghai Zhonggang Hui Hotel

Pullman Shanghai Zhonggang, located in the South Huangpi Bridge area near the French Concession, is just steps from Metro Line 9 and the Expo site.

yangshuo

Yangshuo Mountain Retreat

A peaceful riverside retreat for travellers who want Yangshuo's karst scenery to feel close, quiet and unhurried.

Shenzhen

Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen

Located in Futian CBD, close to major landmarks and metro lines. Featuring 500+ elegant rooms and suites with exclusive Horizon Club services.

Shanghai

Atour S Hotel Shanghai Hongqiao Center Aegean Sea

Inside the Aegean Sea Shopping Park at the intersection of Wuzhong Road and Hongjing Road in the golden commercial district of Hongqiao Town, directly connected to Longbai Xincun Station on Metro Line 10.

Shanghai

Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai (Shanghai International Resort Area)

Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai: A luxurious garden hotel near Pudong Airport and Disneyland, offering complimentary shuttle service to both destinations.

yangshuo

Yangshuo Ancient Garden Boutique Hotel

A characterful Yangshuo stay with a countryside feel, suited to travellers who prefer charm over a standard city hotel.

Shanghai

Artyzen Habitat Shanghai Taopu

Inspired by the theme "one Ayazen hotel, one city story," the guest rooms offer comfortable and stylish accommodations equipped with modern amenities.

Shenzhen

Kempinski Hotel Shenzhen

A Nanshan hotel beside the Houhai commercial district, with easy access to Shenzhen's western business and cultural areas.

Shanghai

Ruizhen Meili Hotel (Shanghai City Center, The Bund)

Located on Beijing East Road, just steps from the Suzhou Creek, with breathtaking views of Shanghai's iconic Bund skyline.

Shanghai

CitiGO Hotel Shanghai Jing'an Temple Nanjing West Road

CitiGO欢阁酒店: Located in Shanghai's bustling Jing'an Temple commercial district, this vibrant hotel offers convenient accommodations just a three-minute walk from Line 14 subway station.

Shanghai

Pullman Shanghai Zhonggang Hui Hotel

Pullman Shanghai Zhonggang, located in the South Huangpi Bridge area near the French Concession, is just steps from Metro Line 9 and the Expo site.

yangshuo

Yangshuo Mountain Retreat

A peaceful riverside retreat for travellers who want Yangshuo's karst scenery to feel close, quiet and unhurried.

Shenzhen

Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen

Located in Futian CBD, close to major landmarks and metro lines. Featuring 500+ elegant rooms and suites with exclusive Horizon Club services.

Shanghai

Atour S Hotel Shanghai Hongqiao Center Aegean Sea

Shanghai

Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai (Shanghai International Resort Area)

Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai: A luxurious garden hotel near Pudong Airport and Disneyland, offering complimentary shuttle service to both destinations.

yangshuo

Yangshuo Ancient Garden Boutique Hotel

A characterful Yangshuo stay with a countryside feel, suited to travellers who prefer charm over a standard city hotel.

Shanghai

Artyzen Habitat Shanghai Taopu

Inspired by the theme "one Ayazen hotel, one city story," the guest rooms offer comfortable and stylish accommodations equipped with modern amenities.

Shenzhen

Kempinski Hotel Shenzhen

A Nanshan hotel beside the Houhai commercial district, with easy access to Shenzhen's western business and cultural areas.

Shanghai

Ruizhen Meili Hotel (Shanghai City Center, The Bund)

Located on Beijing East Road, just steps from the Suzhou Creek, with breathtaking views of Shanghai's iconic Bund skyline.

Shanghai

CitiGO Hotel Shanghai Jing'an Temple Nanjing West Road

CitiGO欢阁酒店: Located in Shanghai's bustling Jing'an Temple commercial district, this vibrant hotel offers convenient accommodations just a three-minute walk from Line 14 subway station.

Shanghai

Pullman Shanghai Zhonggang Hui Hotel

Pullman Shanghai Zhonggang, located in the South Huangpi Bridge area near the French Concession, is just steps from Metro Line 9 and the Expo site.

yangshuo

Yangshuo Mountain Retreat

A peaceful riverside retreat for travellers who want Yangshuo's karst scenery to feel close, quiet and unhurried.

Shenzhen

Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen

Located in Futian CBD, close to major landmarks and metro lines. Featuring 500+ elegant rooms and suites with exclusive Horizon Club services.

Shanghai

Atour S Hotel Shanghai Hongqiao Center Aegean Sea

Included / Excluded

What's Included

Private vehiclesAir-conditioned private vehicles for all listed sightseeing and transfers, with airport and station pick-ups.
Hotels7 nights in selected four-star, five-star or quality boutique stays, breakfast daily.
GuidesLicensed English-speaking guides in Shanghai, Guilin and Yangshuo, and Shenzhen.
Tickets and experiencesIncludes all listed attractions, as well as a punting boat ride in Zhujiajiao, a water town handicraft experience, a rural tour of the Yulong River (by bicycle, electric scooter, or car), a sunrise at Xianggong Mountain, a bamboo raft or cruise on the Lijiang River, and the Urban Planning Exhibition.
Featured mealsFour featured meals, a Shanghainese lunch, a Jiangnan-style lunch in Zhujiajiao, a riverside lunch or afternoon tea in Yangshuo, and a modern Cantonese dinner in Shenzhen.

Not Included

Long-haulInternational flights to Shanghai and onward travel from Shenzhen.
Internal legsThe Shanghai to Guilin flight and Yangshuo to Shenzhen rail tickets are quoted with your confirmation.
MealsBeyond breakfasts and the four featured meals, lunches and dinners stay flexible and are on your account.
PersonalVisas, gratuities, single supplement, personal spending, and optional items not in your confirmation.

Special Notes

A few things on this route depend on weather, seasons or operators.

Li River afloat — Bamboo raft or cruise boat is decided by season, water level and operating rules on the day; Xingping's streets and the riverside meal go ahead either way.
Xianggong Hill sunrise — The light depends on weather; the platform, river bend and ranked peaks remain the visit in any sky.
Water-town craft session — The available session follows venue schedules and the group's interests; one of the three sessions is included.
Day 6 train — After confirming your travel dates, direct or connecting services via Guangzhou South Station will be arranged based on actual train schedules; tickets are quoted separately.
Drone show — This is scheduled rather than nightly; dates without a show use the Civic Center's lit towers instead.
Robotaxi and company visits — These depend on operator or company approval and are promised only after written confirmation.
Day 8 — The final morning follows the departure time and mode.
Hotels and venues — Named in the confirmation; or similar means the same class and comparable location.

Is Eight Days Your Length?

Tell us your dates and who's coming; the length can be shaped around you.

Have a few more days?

Add nights in Yangshuo or a Guilin chapter without changing the pace.

Shorter still?

The Shanghai chapter can compress to two nights.

Traveling with older parents or kids?

Cycling can become a car ride, the boat rides remain, and sunrise stays optional.

Good to Know

Group: Private; from 1 guest, no minimum.
Arrival: Day 1 is a deliberately light landing day; the full program begins on Day 2.
Language: English-speaking guides throughout.
Shopping Policy: No shopping stops or commission detours on the route; your time is dedicated solely to the places listed here.
Tailoring: Fully flexible. Days, stops, and pace can be added, removed, or swapped. We'll reshape the plan together before you confirm and pay.
Payment: A 10% deposit, minimum $399, locks dates and resources; the balance is due 14 days before departure.
Flexibility: Walking and cycling distances adapt to the group's pace.
Ports: Shanghai In, Shenzhen Out; depart by air, sea or overland into Hong Kong.

Your Private Concierge

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Our China team tunes pacing, hotels and local hosts around each route style.

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Tell us what excites you

Not your dates and budget — your curiosity. Where have you always wanted to go? What do you want to feel? We start there.

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Your specialist builds the itinerary from scratch — routes, hosts, hotels, and experiences you won't find anywhere else.

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Lock it in with 30%

When the plan feels right, a 30% deposit holds your trip. Balance due 30 days before departure.

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Travel. We handle the rest.

Your Trip Pack arrives before you fly. On the road, your concierge is one message away — for the expected and everything you didn't plan for.

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Guest Reviews

4.9 / 5 · from 523 verified reviews

Emily Carter

🇺🇸 Seattle, USA

Perfect for couples

“My partner and I had an amazing time in China. Everything was arranged for us — transfers, hotels, guides. No stress at all.”

May 2026

Claire Brooks

🇬🇧 London, UK

Great for families

“Traveled with my two kids and had zero issues. The team made sure the pace wasn't too rushed and included things the kids would enjoy. Communication was easy throughout. Will definitely use them again for our next Asia trip.”

Apr 2026

Laura Bennett

🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada

Alisa made the whole experience easy

“Alisa was our point of contact throughout and she was brilliant — patient, knowledgeable, and always quick to reply. The trip itself was wonderful. Beijing and Guilin were highlights.”

Mar 2026

Mark Henderson

🇺🇸 Denver, USA

Good service, minor hiccup but sorted quickly

“Really good service. There was a small mix-up with one of our restaurant bookings but it got sorted quickly. The rest of the trip was seamless.”

Feb 2026

Rebecca Miller

🇺🇸 Boston, USA

Really listened to what we wanted

“Really helpful team. They listened to what we wanted and delivered. Beijing and Xi'an were incredible.”

Jan 2026

China Ready

We've solved the hard parts. Here's everything a first-time Western traveler needs to know before arriving.

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VPN & Internet Access

What's blocked

Google, Gmail, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, and most Western news sites are inaccessible in China without a VPN.

Download before you leave

It's nearly impossible to download a VPN once inside China. Install and test at home. Recommended: Astrill (most reliable), Mullvad, ExpressVPN — subscribe to at least two in case one stops working.

Hotel Wi-Fi tip

Some hotels block VPN connections on their Wi-Fi. Use your phone's mobile data as a hotspot if the VPN drops.

Good news

WhatsApp works perfectly through a VPN, so your messaging stays unchanged. Apple iMessage and Signal also work.

Your concierge sets this up on Day 1

Paying in China

China is cashless

Alipay and WeChat Pay are used for almost everything — restaurants, taxis, markets, tickets. Cash is rarely accepted in cities.

International cards now work

Foreign Visa/Mastercard can now link directly to Alipay (set up in minutes, $5,000 single transaction limit). Your concierge walks you through the setup on your first morning.

Carry some cash

We recommend ¥500–800 RMB in cash for the rare vendor that won't accept digital payment, and for small towns.

Booking this trip

Your deposit and balance are charged via Stripe — the same trusted platform used by Airbnb and Booking.com. USD billing, no surprise conversion fees.

We handle the paperwork

Visa & Entry

Do you need a visa?

Most US, UK, EU, Australian, Canadian, and New Zealand passport holders need a tourist (L) visa for stays over 10 days. We provide a visa invitation letter with every booking — it significantly speeds up approval.

240-hour visa-free transit

Citizens of 55+ countries (including USA, UK, most of EU, AUS, NZ, Canada) can enter China visa-free for up to 10 days if transiting through eligible ports. This covers our 12-day itinerary only if you have a confirmed onward flight.

Processing time

Apply 4–6 weeks before departure. Standard processing: 4–7 business days. Express (3 days) and same-day options available at most Chinese consulates.

What we provide

Visa invitation letter, hotel confirmation for all nights, suggested itinerary document — everything the consulate needs, formatted correctly.

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Safety & Practical Tips

Is China safe?

China consistently ranks among the safest countries for foreign tourists. Violent crime against visitors is extremely rare. Cities have extensive CCTV coverage and a visible police presence.

Emergency numbers

Police: 110. Ambulance: 120. Your concierge is your first call for any non-emergency situation — she has local contacts for every city on the itinerary.

Health & medications

Bring a full supply of any prescription medication. International pharmacies exist in major cities but may not carry your brand. Travel insurance is required — we can recommend policies that cover China specifically.

Language

English fluency outside hotels and tourist sites is limited. Your guides all speak English. We provide a printed pocket card with essential Chinese phrases and emergency contacts for every traveler.

Before You Book

Everything worth knowing before you book.

Three regions in eight days: is that rushed?

No. The line has two long moves, every stay is at least two nights, and Day 1 carries no heavy program.

Is the Li River trip guaranteed?

The Xingping river section is fixed; the vessel is not. Raft or cruise boat follows season, water level and operating rules.

Can we go inside DJI or BYD?

The DJI flagship or technology showroom is part of the standard day. Headquarters and company visits require written approval for the group and date.

Why aren't all meals included?

Breakfasts and four featured meals are included. The rest stay flexible and are recommended and booked around the group.

The Bund & Huangpu River Ferry

Yu Garden & Old Town

Hengshan–Fuxing Road District

Zhu Jiajiao Rowing Boat

Water Town Handcraft Experience

Yulong River Countryside

Sunrise at Xianggong Hill

Li River Boat Tour

DJI Flagship Store or Technology Showroom

Urban Planning Exhibition

Huaqiangbei Electronics District

Drone Show or City Lights

OCT-Loft Creative Park

01. The Bund & Huangpu River Ferry

02. Yu Garden & Old Town

03. Hengshan–Fuxing Road District

04. Zhu Jiajiao Rowing Boat

05. Water Town Handcraft Experience

06. Yulong River Countryside

07. Sunrise at Xianggong Hill

08. Li River Boat Tour

09. DJI Flagship Store or Technology Showroom

10. Urban Planning Exhibition

11. Huaqiangbei Electronics District

12. Drone Show or City Lights

13. OCT-Loft Creative Park

01. The Bund & Huangpu River Ferry

02. Yu Garden & Old Town

03. Hengshan–Fuxing Road District

04. Zhu Jiajiao Rowing Boat

05. Water Town Handcraft Experience

06. Yulong River Countryside

07. Sunrise at Xianggong Hill

08. Li River Boat Tour

09. DJI Flagship Store or Technology Showroom

10. Urban Planning Exhibition

11. Huaqiangbei Electronics District

12. Drone Show or City Lights

13. OCT-Loft Creative Park

01. The Bund & Huangpu River Ferry

02. Yu Garden & Old Town

03. Hengshan–Fuxing Road District

04. Zhu Jiajiao Rowing Boat

05. Water Town Handcraft Experience

06. Yulong River Countryside

07. Sunrise at Xianggong Hill

08. Li River Boat Tour

09. DJI Flagship Store or Technology Showroom

10. Urban Planning Exhibition

11. Huaqiangbei Electronics District

12. Drone Show or City Lights

13. OCT-Loft Creative Park

Shanghai · Day 1 - Day 3Collapse

Day 1 · Shanghai: arrival

Day 2 · Shanghai: garden, lanes, two banks of one river

Day 3 · Zhujiajiao: the town at oar speed

Yangshuo · Day 4 - Day 5Collapse

Day 4 · Shanghai to Yangshuo

Day 5 · First light on the Li River

Shenzhen · Day 6 - Day 8Collapse

Day 6 · The gear change

Day 7 · Shenzhen: Tech Districts & Bays

Day 8 · Shenzhen: Departure

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Answers to all your trip questions

Something specific in mind?

What's Included

Not Included

Special Notes

Is Eight Days Your Length?

Have a few more days?

Shorter still?

Traveling with older parents or kids?

Jenessa

Tell us what excites you

We design it around you

Lock it in with 30%

Travel. We handle the rest.

Perfect for couples

Great for families

Shanghai · Day 1 - Day 3

Yangshuo · Day 4 - Day 5

Shenzhen · Day 6 - Day 8