East China Garden Tour with Suzhou & Hangzhou

Itinerary

• Day 1: Shanghai, Arrival

  Upon your arrival in Shanghai, China's most cosmopolitan city, your personal guide will meet and escort you to your hotel.

  The rest of the day is yours to relax or step out to explore this amazing metropolis on your own.

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• Day 2: Shanghai City Tour

  After breakfast, take a leisurely stroll along the Bund, admiring the historic waterfront buildings and the shimmering skyline across the Huangpu River. Continue to explore the charming streets of Bourgogne Lane (Bugaoli), with its blend of old Shanghai architecture and modern cafés.

  Visit the Shanghai Museum to discover exquisite collections of ancient Chinese art, from bronzes and ceramics to calligraphy and paintings. End the day with a trip to the observation deck of Shanghai Tower, where sweeping panoramic views reveal the bustling energy and modern grandeur of the city below.

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• Day 3: Shanghai - Suzhou, Chinese Garden & Grand Canal

  After breakfast, you will be met and transferred to the railway station for the high-speed train to Suzhou (about 30 minutes, no guide service on the train).

  Upon arrival, visit the Lingering Garden, a classical masterpiece known for its winding corridors, elegant pavilions, and artfully arranged rockeries that create ever-changing scenic views. Take a rickshaw ride through the old city streets, soaking in the charm of traditional architecture and bustling local life. Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the 2,400-year-old Grand Canal, passing stone bridges, riverside homes, and riverside vendors going about their daily routines. Finally, stroll along the historic Pingjiang Old Street, lined with quaint shops, teahouses, and centuries-old lanes that offer a glimpse into Suzhou's timeless culture.

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  • Suzhou

• Day 4: Suzhou - Hangzhou, Tongli

  In the morning, drive to Tongli Water Town (about 20 minutes' drive from Suzhou). In there, you will pay a visit to the Garden of Seclusion and Meditations, Pearl Pagoda, Triple Bridge, Ming and Qing Dynasty Street.

  Drive back to Suzhou railway station for the train to Hangzhou. Upon your arrival at Hangzhou railway station, your personal guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax or step out into this beautiful city for an adventure on your own.

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• Day 5: Hangzhou, West Lake & City Attractions

  Today, start with a leisurely boat ride on the iconic West Lake, taking in its tranquil waters, willow-lined shores, and the scenic spots steeped in local legends. Next, visit the centuries-old Lingyin Temple, where you can admire exquisitely carved Buddha statues and observe the quiet devotion of worshippers.

  Continue to Feilai Peak, a serene limestone formation dotted with ancient carvings and religious inscriptions that reflect centuries of spiritual significance. Later, explore the Hu Qing Yu Tang Traditional Chinese Medicine Museum, where you can see rows of medicinal herbs, touch dried roots and leaves, and breathe in the rich aroma of centuries-old healing traditions.

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• Day 6: Hangzhou, Departure

  Be free at leisure until your personal guide and private transfer escort you to the airport for your departure flight back home.

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