An editorial route, subject to capability
This example combines Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen. It is not evidence that a nationwide agency network is available. Choose this only if you are comfortable with a longer domestic transfer and two hotel changes. For a gentler pace, use two cities instead.
Days 1–3 — Beijing, with context
Use arrival day to settle in. Follow with a major historical visit and a neighborhood experience on separate, manageable days. Build the plan around confirmed reservation windows and leave an alternative if a key venue is unavailable.
Day 4 — A wider view
Consider a Great Wall day with a section appropriate to your walking comfort, then a quiet evening. Weather, steps, transfers and opening arrangements need checking. A lighter city day is a valid substitute.
Day 5 — Travel south
Treat the Beijing–Guangzhou connection as a transfer day. An agency should compare actual flight or train choices, baggage rules, door-to-door time and cancellation terms. Do not assume that an appealing timetable will be available on your dates.
Days 6–7 — Guangzhou
Allow one day for food and neighborhood culture, and one for a museum, river district or an interest-led visit. Keep bookings geographically sensible and reserve room for rest.
Days 8–10 — Shenzhen
Move to Shenzhen on day eight, explore a technology or design theme on day nine, and protect departure time on day ten. Depending on flight schedules, the last day may have no touring. Example overnight split: four Beijing, three Guangzhou, two Shenzhen; adjust for actual arrivals.
Questions before commitment
This itinerary is an example for planning inspiration. A travel agency will confirm the final route, availability, price and booking terms in its own proposal. Ask whether one legal agency takes responsibility for the whole trip, how local guides are coordinated, which domestic transport is included, and how disruptions affect onward arrangements.