33 days in Hong Kong, Shanghai & Tokyo Itinerary

Witness the vibrant skyline of Hong Kong, an impressive urban territory on the southern coast of China.

Step off the beaten path and head to Sandbox VR and Dragon's Back. Pack the 16th (Tue) with family-friendly diversions at Hong Kong Disneyland. Next up on the itinerary: head off the coast to Cheung Chau Island, stop by L&K Custom Tailor, enjoy breathtaking views from Sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

To find traveler tips, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Hong Kong itinerary planner.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Hong Kong is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Hong Kong Standard Time (HKT), which is usually a 7 hour difference. Expect warmer temperatures when traveling from Amsterdam in March; daily highs in Hong Kong reach 26°C and lows reach 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to travel to Shanghai.

With a nickname like the "Pearl of the Orient," it's not surprising Shanghai offers some of the most rewarding attractions and activities in the Far East.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Walking tours and Tian Zi Fang. There's lots more to do: take in the pleasant sights at The Bund (Wai Tan), appreciate the history behind Jade Buddha Temple, enjoy breathtaking views from Shanghai Tower, and take a stroll through Old Town (Nanshi).

For ratings and tourist information, read Shanghai trip site.

You can fly from Hong Kong to Shanghai in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Hong Kong in March, with highs in Shanghai at 18°C and lows at 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to travel to Tokyo.

Tokyo holds the status of most populous metropolitan area in the world--a fact you'll find tangible as you walk the bustling streets and explore its diverse neighborhoods and cultures.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Chidorigafuchi and Koishikawa Korakuen Garden. Explore Tokyo's surroundings by going to Yokohama (Sankeien Gardens, Yokohama Intl Passenger Terminal, &more), Narita (Naritasan Shinsho-ji Temple, Naritasan Park, &more) and Musashino (Inokashira Park & Kichijoji). And it doesn't end there: relax and rejuvenate at Waho-An NATURE Tokyo, stroll around Kinuta Park, contemplate the long history of Hozomon, and take in nature's colorful creations at Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, use the Tokyo trip itinerary planning site.

You can fly from Shanghai to Tokyo in 7 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and car. The time zone difference moving from China Standard Time to Japan Standard Time is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in March, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) so you can travel back home.