Visa-Free Tour of Eastern China

Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival and Private Transfer to Suzhou

  Landing in Shanghai, meet your guide outside the arrival hall after customs clearance. Then, continue with a 1.5-hour private to Suzhou, a city rich in history and renowned for its silk and textile production.

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• Day 2: Suzhou Gardens and Watertown

  Get a general understanding of the city by visiting the Suzhou Museum, marveling at the modern architectural gem designed by I.M Pei and countless artistic treasures dating back thousands of years. Following that, visit the Lingering Garden and the Suzhou Embroidery Research Institute. The former is one of the outstanding representatives of China's classical gardens, while the latter displays Suzhou's most exquisite craftsmanship - both are what the city has always been famed for.

  China's classical gardens, while the latter displays Suzhou's most exquisite craftsmanship - both are what the city has always been famed for. For the rest of the day, explore Tongli Water Town with a peaceful boat ride through its crisscross canals and immerse yourself in its timeless beauty.

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  • Suzhou

• Day 3: Hangzhou and the West Lake

  Bid farewell to Suzhou and board a bullet train to Hangzhou. Meet your local guide after around two hours and begin your tour at the West Lake. Take a boat gliding over its serene water, passing by iconic sites, and taking in its surrounding beauties, reminiscent of a classical Chinese painting.

  Continue to Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak, nestled among forested hills, where you can experience its peaceful ambiance, observe locals' religious practices, and discover Buddhist statues carved into the limestone cliffs.

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  • Hangzhou

• Day 4: Tea Experience & Bullet Train to Shanghai

  In China, when thinking of Hangzhou, Longjing Tea (Dragon Well Tea) often comes to mind alongside West Lake. This morning, you can take the chance to visit a nearby tea plantation, try your hand at tea plucking and processing, and learn how to appreciate the West Lake Longjing tea, from its delicate fragrance to its refreshing taste.

  Continue to Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak, nestled among forested hills, where you can experience its peaceful ambiance, observe locals' religious practices, and discover Buddhist statues carved into the limestone cliffs.

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  • Shanghai

• Day 5: Old and New Shanghai

  Spend the day experiencing both the historic charm and modern vibrance of Shanghai. Begin with a walk along the Bund, where grand colonial-era buildings line the waterfront and across the river, futuristic skyscrapers dominate the skyline. After exploring the city's development at the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall, taste authentic dim sum for lunch.

  In the afternoon, stroll through the tree-lined streets of the former French Concession, where cafés invite you for a break. Conclude at Lujiazui Financial District and ascend the Shanghai Tower for panoramic views of this vibrant city.

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  • Shanghai

• Day 6: Shanghai - Departure

  Your vibrant journey through Eastern China comes to an end today. At the appointed time, meet your driver for a worry-free transfer to the airport, where you will embark on your next journey.

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