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China Travel in 2026 is INSANE! (3 Cities, 1 Day)
China in One Day: Shenzhen to Guangzhou by High-Speed Train,
I challenged myself to travel across China in one day — starting in Shenzhen, taking a high-speed train to Guangzhou railway station, heading to the Canton Fair, and ending the night in Shanghai.
Along the way, I used only public transport, including the metro, a flight, and even a Didi taxi. This...
I challenged myself to travel across China in one day using only public transport. I started in Shenzhen, took a high-speed train to Guangzhou, visited the Canton Fair, and ended the night in Shanghai. I relied on the metro, a flight, and a Didi taxi. The video reveals how it all works, how much it costs, and what it’s really like to move between cities in China using public transport in just one day.
Lizzy pulls off a remarkable travel sprint across China, beginning in Shenzhen and hopping hi-speed rails to Guangzhou, then sprinting to the Canton Fair before ending the night in Shanghai. Told in her upbeat, practical voice, the video breaks down how she relied entirely on public transport—from the metro and flying on a plane to catching a Didi taxi—demonstrating what it’s really like to move between three mega cities in a single day. Expect candid costs, real-time logistics, and a front-row look at some of China’s busiest routes and one of the world’s biggest trade events. It’s a bold experiment that maps out the practicalities of short-notice intercity travel, showing both the hustle and how feasible it can be for travelers who want to cover a lot of ground without a private car. The narrative isn’t just about speed; it’s about understanding timing, transfers, and the everyday rhythm of moving through China’s modern transportation network in 24 hours.
I challenged myself to travel across China in one day using only public transport. I started in Shenzhen, took a high-speed train to Guangzhou, visited the Canton Fair, and ended the night in Shanghai. I relied on the metro, a flight, and a Didi taxi. The video reveals how it all works, how much it costs, and what it’s really like to move between cities in China using public transport in just one day.
The video captures an adrenaline-fueled journey as Lizzy challenges herself to travel from Shenzhen to Shanghai in one day using only public transport. She starts early, grabbing a Didi to Shenzhen's Futian station before boarding a high-speed train to Guangzhou South. Lizzy marvels at the efficiency, noting that booking via Trip.com and using a passport as a ticket makes the process seamless. After a crowded subway ride, she arrives at the Canton Fair, the world's largest trade fair, where she explores the Gree booth and tests an ultra-quiet air conditioner that operates at just 15 decibels. A costly taxi ride to the airport teaches her to always use Didi instead, but the Guangzhou airport's futuristic Time Space Tunnel and a 50 RMB nap pod entertain her before her flight to Shanghai. Once in Shanghai, she experiences the surreal safety of traveling through seemingly rural roads late at night, arriving at a hotel outside the city center. Despite the challenges, Lizzy emphasizes that China's public transport is reliable, safe, and full of surprising conveniences, from subway signs that make navigation easy to airport massage chairs perfect for tired travelers.
In this fast-paced adventure, Lizzy tests China's public transport by racing through three cities in a single day. From Shenzhen to Guangzhou and finally Shanghai, she shares insider tips on high-speed trains, subways, and Didi taxis. Her visit to the Canton Fair reveals jaw-dropping tech, while a costly taxi mistake becomes a hilarious cautionary tale. A nap at the airport and a late-night ride prove that traveling in China is efficient, safe, and full of surprises.
Lizzy races from Shenzhen to Shanghai via train, subway, and flight, visiting the Canton Fair and sharing tips on China's efficient, safe public transport.
China Travel 2026: 3 Cities in 1 Day by Public Transport
2:03 Passport holders should always use the side lanes at train stations and ask a staff member if unsure.
4:47 Book train tickets on Trip.com and use your passport—no need to pick up physical tickets.
6:48 Use the A map app to navigate subway routes, search destinations, and even call a Didi.
9:34 Apply online for a buyer's badge to enter the Canton Fair—you don't need a company to register.
13:56 Always use Didi instead of taxis—taxis can be much more expensive and may overcharge.
16:57 When ordering a Didi at Shanghai airport, choose the correct floor from the seven available levels.
17:44 Traveling late at night in China is safe—trust the route even if you go through remote roads.
14:24 Make sure your taxi or Didi drops you at the correct terminal—airports here can be massive with multiple terminals.
2:03 Passport holders should always use the side lanes at train stations and ask a staff member if unsure.
4:47 Book train tickets on Trip.com and use your passport—no need to pick up physical tickets.
6:48 Use the A map app to navigate subway routes, search destinations, and even call a Didi.
9:34 Apply online for a buyer's badge to enter the Canton Fair—you don't need a company to register.
13:56 Always use Didi instead of taxis—taxis can be much more expensive and may overcharge.
16:57 When ordering a Didi at Shanghai airport, choose the correct floor from the seven available levels.
17:44 Traveling late at night in China is safe—trust the route even if you go through remote roads.
14:24 Make sure your taxi or Didi drops you at the correct terminal—airports here can be massive with multiple terminals.
0:01 Journey begins from Shenzhen
2:40 Passing through security
5:47 Arriving in Guangzhou
8:28 Busy subway experience
9:34 Entering Canton Fair
10:08 Exploring Gree booth
12:12 Costly taxi surprise
16:52 Arriving in Shanghai
18:35 Hotel room tour
19:06 Reflections on the day
0:01 Journey begins from Shenzhen
2:40 Passing through security
5:47 Arriving in Guangzhou
8:28 Busy subway experience
9:34 Entering Canton Fair
10:08 Exploring Gree booth
12:12 Costly taxi surprise
16:52 Arriving in Shanghai
18:35 Hotel room tour
19:06 Reflections on the day
public transporthigh speed traincanton fairchina travel tipstravel vlogshezhen to shanghaimetro systemchina safetyairport nap podsHow do I buy train tickets without a Chinese ID?
You can use Trip.com to book and your passport as your ticket—just scan it at the gate.
Was the Canton Fair easy to enter?
Yes, you just apply online for a buyer's badge. You don't even need a company name.
What was the most expensive part of the trip?
Taking a taxi instead of a Didi from the Canton Fair to the airport—it cost 367 RMB plus tolls!
Is it safe to travel alone at night in China?
Absolutely. Despite taking remote roads in Shanghai, I felt completely safe as a woman traveling alone.
