Looking forward to visiting China is fun, though working out your budget can be a problem. You should have an idea of your spending since it gives you more opportunities to enjoy your trip across the 15-day tour. Airfare, a visa, transportation, meals and a hotel room will be needed, so check the prices below.
1. A summary of Visa and Travel Insurance are outlined here.
Visa Fees
Before making plans, check the visa price for China first. Normally, arriving as a tourist requires having a tourist visa. Depending on your visa and your nationality, the price will usually be $60 to $160 USD. You should send your application early since it might take the authorities up to a week to process it.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance should be taken when you are going on a long journey. A 15-day medical, cancellation and lost item policy can range in price from around $50 to $100 USD. Different coverages from various companies may have different prices.
2. How can I get from one place to another in Airline Transport?
International Flights
If you travel during certain seasons or months, tickets to China from those countries are often quite expensive. Prices for a round trip to Hong Kong vary from $600 to $1,500 USD, but will be highest during summer vacation and Chinese New Year. If you schedule your flight 3 to 6 months ahead, chances are, you’ll find the best offers.
Trains and flights are used for travelling within a country
Travelling in China won’t cost you as much as it does in other countries. If you want to travel from one city to another by train, you can buy a ticket for $40 to $150 USD. Most people pay between $60 and $100 USD for a train journey between Beijing and Shanghai.
You can use a domestic flight if you want to travel far, but don’t have much time for the journey. Prices for tickets offered by airlines vary, yet budget airlines provide tickets for Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou flights starting at just $50 or $150 USD.
Public Transport
Taking city transport is both cheap and convenient. Throughout most cities, riding the metro costs you $0.50 to $1 USD. You can get a taxi anywhere for around $2 and Didi is available at the same price or for just a bit more.
3. A place to stay: Apartment options and the cost you would pay
You may choose to stay in a hostel bed or a luxury hotel while travelling in China. Every person’s trip cost will be different, since what each person enjoys changes.
Budget Accommodation
A good place to stay for between $15 and $30 USD can be found in almost any city. While outside of big cities, you may pay just $10 to $20 USD a night for a room or hostel.
Mid-Range Accommodation
If you wish to stay in a room that is secluded and more homely, a mid-range hotel’s double room typically costs between $40 and $100 USD a night. At times when many tourists come to Beijing and Shanghai, expect to pay the highest prices for goods.
Luxury Accommodation
Depending on the location, 5-star hotels charge a nightly rate of $120 to $300 and the price may not stay the same from one booking to another. Staying in expensive hotels is more costly in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou.
4. Food and Dining: An Overview
Try the Food from the Locals
You should travel to China mainly to enjoy the food and luckily it is very affordable trip. A few of the tasty things you can eat on the streets of China for under $5 USD are dumplings, noodles and baozi.
In most cases, eating at a small restaurant will range from $5 to $10 USD per person. If the restaurant is close to you, your food bills will be lower.
Mid-Range Restaurants
Usually, a meal for one person at these restaurants costs between $10 and $30 USD. Having Peking Duck in Beijing or dim sum in the south will not be too expensive for you.
Fine Dining
Since a meal in top restaurants in those two cities can be up to $100 per guest, visitors should prepare accordingly. Many dishes here are made using only the best local food available.
5. Fees are required when you visit the biggest attractions in the city.
While trip most of China historical sites are free, you still have to pay at a few of them. check out how much you can expect to spend at the famous sites on your trip:
- Tickets at the Forbidden City are $10 USD.
- Tiananmen Square (Beijing) was free to visit.
- At Mutianyu, you can climb the Great Wall for $8 to $12 USD.
- You can visit Yu Garden (in Shanghai) for $7 USD
- You can visit the Shanghai Museum for free.
- Canton Tower in Guangzhou is available for $20 USD.
- The cost of a ticket to climb Mount Tai varies between $10 and $20 USD (depending on the cable car you decide to use).
In most cases, it will cost you between $100 and $150 USD to visit the principal sights during your trip.
6. Getting to Know the Culture: Ticking China off Your Souvenir Bucket List
In China, you can find marketplaces as well as fancy stores for shopping. Buying souvenirs costs more at some places than others.
Local Markets
Purchasing teas, items made from silk and artworks is a great idea, as they are affordable. Most daily items are sold for $5 to $30 USD.
Luxury Shopping
Designer items or luxury things from China can be found for anywhere from $50 to $500.
7. Overall Budget: A Total for 15 Days
While your own spending during the trip affects the cost, you can expect a 15-day trip to China to total approximately the same for every member of your group.
- A budget of $1,200 to $1,500 USD would allow you to travel in South Asia.
- The amount required here is between $2,500 and $3,500 USD.
- A trip for a Luxury Traveller usually starts at $5,000 and goes over $7,000 USD.
I have to cover expenses for sleeping, transportation to places, meals, things to do and souvenirs.
Conclusion
On a trip to China that lasts 15 days, you will enjoy the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the wonderful skyline of Shanghai and discover the merits of Guangzhou’s culture. Being conscious of prices and planning ahead will guarantee your trip to China costs as planned, with plenty of interesting activities to enjoy.
Being rich or poor doesn’t matter, because you will find many different experiences in China you won’t forget. Now we will take a look at the aspects that make Hong Kong fascinating.
