How much does it cost to travel around China? ——10 days of hot topics and structured data analysis
In the past 10 days, discussions on "traveling around China" have continued to rise across the Internet, with budget planning in particular becoming the focus. This article will combine hot topics and structured data to break down the cost structure of traveling around China in detail.
1. Inventory of hot topics

According to social media and search engine data, the following topics are getting the most attention:
| topic | heat index | Main discussion points |
|---|---|---|
| Self-driving vs public transportation | 8.5/10 | Comparison of cost and freedom |
| Qiong Travel Guide | 7.9/10 | How to control your daily budget |
| Internet celebrity city check-in | 9.2/10 | Consumption levels in Chengdu, Xi’an and other places |
| Peak season vs low season price difference | 8.1/10 | Holiday accommodation price fluctuations |
2. Cost details for traveling around China
Taking a 30-day itinerary as an example, covering first-tier cities and popular tourist destinations, the mid-range consumption standard is estimated as follows:
| Project | average daily cost | Total cost for 30 days | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | 150-300 yuan | 4500-9000 yuan | Budget hotel/B&B |
| Catering | 80-150 yuan | 2400-4500 yuan | Includes local specialties |
| transportation | 200-500 yuan | 6000-15000 yuan | High-speed rail/car rental/air ticket combination |
| Tickets | 50-200 yuan | 1500-6000 yuan | Mainly 5A scenic spots |
| Others | 30-100 yuan | 900-3000 yuan | Souvenirs, insurance, etc. |
| total | 510-1250 yuan | 15,300-37,500 yuan | Floating about 30% |
3. Saving money skills (summary of popular discussions)
1.Travel during peak hours: Accommodation prices can be reduced by 40% during off-season, such as March-April and September-October, which are not holidays.
2.Transportation combination: For long distances, give priority to night train hard sleepers (to save accommodation fees), and for short distances, use carpooling software.
3.Dining options: Local markets (such as Kunming Zhuanxin Farmers’ Market) are full for 20 yuan per person.
4.Ticket discounts: Student ID card, tour guide ID card, discount tickets purchased online in advance (50% off for some scenic spots).
4. Actual test cases from netizens
| Travel style | days | total cost | route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backpackers traveling on a budget | 60 days | 9800 yuan | Youth hostel + green car + free attractions |
| Self-driving tour | 45 days | 32,000 yuan | SUV car rental + moderate accommodation |
| High-end customization | 30 days | 85,000 yuan | Five-star hotel + chartered tour guide |
Conclusion
The cost of traveling around China ranges widely, from less than 10,000 yuan to more than 100,000 yuan. It is recommended to prioritize budget allocation based on personal needs (for example, food lovers can increase the proportion of catering) and flexibly combine peak season avoidance strategies. The recently discussed “Special Forces-style travel” also proves that reasonable planning can achieve both experience and cost-effectiveness.
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