7 Days East China With Water Towns

Tour Type: Group Tour(SIC)/Private Tour
Duration: 7 Days 6 Nights
Destination: Shanghai-Suzhou-Wuzhen-Hangzhou

Price/pax:

$643.00
$739.00

*The price is for SIC tours. We also offer private tour options. Please contact our travel expert for a quotation.

Highlights

  • Classic east China routes: Experience Shanghai’s modern city, Suzhou's ancient garden,Wuzhen water town, and Hangzhou’s UNESCO-listed West Lake!
  • Savor iconic cuisine & activity inclusions: Enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine like braised pork and Longjing tea, and take a boat ride at West Lake at no extra cost!
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Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Shanghai

After arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport(PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International airport(SHA), you will be met by your professional tour guide outside the baggage claim area. On the way to your pre-booked inner city hotel, your guide will make a brief introduction of the whole itinerary and point out the highlights of Shanghai. Spend the rest of the day exploring amazing Shanghai city! 

Meals: None

Day 2 - Shanghai-> Suzhou

Today we will head to Suzhou.After breakfast, it will take about 1.5 hours to arrive at Suzhou by tour bus. Then visit Tiger Hill,which is an ancient hill with 2500 histories.It has many famous landscapes, including Tiger Hill Pagoda (also known as "China's First Leaning Pagoda"), Jianchi (the tomb of King Helu of Wu), and Broken Beam Hall (built in the Yuan Dynasty, with a unique broken beam design on the beams and columns).
In the afternoon, see one of China's most famous gardens-The Humble Administrator's Garden.It was built in Ming Dynasty(1509)and has been listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO.Exploring this garden with your tour guide, you will feel the beauty of Jiangnan Garden's design.
In the evevning, visit Pingjiang Road, where you can enjoy many Chinese snacks and buy some traditional goods there. 

Breakfast:Hotel Buffet
Lunch:Suzhou Local Cuisine
Dinner:Suzhou Local Cuisine

Day 3 - Suzhou->Wuzhen

After breakfast,transfer to one of China's most famous water town-Wuzhen.It will take about 1.5 hours to arrive at it by tour bus.
After arriving, the tour guide will lead you to Wuzhen West Fence Scenic Area and make an introduction of Wuzhen's history and technology.Take your time to feel the Ming-Qing architecture, stone bridges, illuminated canals and cultural museums there. We recommend booking optional services, so you can take a boat ride at Wuzhen's river. The rest of the day will be spent at Wuzhen, so you will have enough time to explore this ancient town by yourself after the tour guide finishes the attraction introduction!

Breakfast:Hotel Buffet
Lunch:Wuzhen Cuisine
Dinner:Wuzhen Cuisine

Day 4 - Wuzhen->Hangzhou

After breakfast, we will head to Hangzhou.It will take around 1.5 hours to arrive there.
After that,head to Feilai Peak,where houses the largest group of cave statues in Jiangnan area, with more than 400 Buddha statues in total.
After that, you will visit Lingyin Temple near Feilei Peak,which boasts a history that extends back to the Eastern Jin Dynasty (317-420 AD),making it historically and religiously significant.

Breakfast:Hotel Buffet
Lunch:Hangzhou Local food
Dinner:Hangzhou Local food

Day 5 - Hangzhou->Shanghai

After breakfast, we will visit West Lake,which is known for its stunning scenery of water and mountains, as well as its rich cultural and historical significance.These are ten classic scenic spots, including "Spring Dawn on Su Causeway," "Lotus in Curve Pool," "Autumn Moon on Calm Lake," and others.Take your time to explore these scenic spots with your tour guide and then take a boat ride at no extra cost!
After that, we will pass the Hangzhou Longjing Tea Factory.  Hangzhou Longjing tea is renowned for its unique fragrance. We highly recommend you to bring some to your relatives and friends as Chinese travel gifts. It will be a very good choice!
Then, we will drive back to Shanghai. And visit Nanjing Road.Explore this shopping paradise featuring Asia's largest MINISO, POP MART, and M&M's stores
Then walk to The Bund near Nanjing Road, enjoy the magnificent river view and the sparkling waters of the Huangpu River.

Breakfast:Hotel Buffet
Lunch:Hangzhou Local Cuisine
Dinner:Shanghai Local Cuisine

Day 6 - Shanghai 

After breakfast, your tour guide will guide the group to visit Wukang Road,which is known as the celebrity street that condenses the modern history of Shanghai for a hundred years. There are more than 50 historical buildings nearby, including Wukang Building, Ba Jin's former residence, and Song Qingling's former residence. There are also many cafes and jewelry stores near Wukang Road.Take your time to have a coffee stop(at your own expenses) and enjoy the charming neighborhood here. Then, we will head to Lujiazui area, which is famous for its highest buildings in China, including Shanghai Tower(632m),Shanghai World Financial Center(492m) and Shanghai Jinmao Tower(420.5m). Take pictures here and If you purchase optional services, you can also choose to go up to the Shanghai Tower or Shanghai Jinmao Tower observation deck to overlook the panoramic view of Shanghai.
After lunch, head to Yu Garden, which was built in the Ming Dynasty and has a history of more than 450 years. You can experience the design of traditional Chinese Jiangnan gardens in Yu Garden, as well as its quiet, beautiful, and exquisite artistic style.There are a lot of authentic Chinese stores near Yu Garden. We will pass the Silk Factory and Chinese Jewelry Store,where it will be a good choice to buy some souvenirs here to share your relatives.
As the tour group's journey comes to a successful conclusion, a journey filled with laughter and memories is about to come to an end. At this special moment, let's capture this unforgettable time with a group photo!

Breakfast:Hotel Buffet Lunch:Shanghai Local Cuisine Dinner:Shanghai Local Cuisine

Day 7 - Shanghai Departure

On the final day, your return journey begins.Our drivers will drop you off at Shanghai Pudong airport(PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport(SHA).We wish you a pleasant journey and thank you for traveling with us!

If your flight is late in the day, our travel consultants will be glad to offer you some advice to further explore this amazing city. Please feel free to contact us and it will be our great honor to make an itinerary for you.

Breakfast: Hotel Buffet

Accommodation

4 star hotel throughout the trip

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Renzen Hotel or equivalent
Shanghai

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Garbo Hotel or equivalent
Suzhou

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Maison New Century hotel or equivalent
Wuzhen

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Holiday Inn or equivalent
Hangzhou

Optional Services

  • Boat ride at Wuzhen water town (Shared Boat): 10USD/pax
  • Ascend Oriental Pearl Tower No. 2 observation deck: 31USD/pax
  • Ascend the Jin Mao Tower 88th floor observation deck: 16.6USD/pax
  • Participate in the romantic show of Shanghai: 23USD/pax
  • 62.5 USD/room/night for early arrivals or late departure

Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in basic package's price?

  • Accommodation: 4-star hotels for 6 nights.
  • Meals: breakfast,lunch and dinner as specified in the itinerary.
  • Admission fee: The tickets of attractions specified in the itinerary are all included.
  • Transportation: comfortable tour bus with experienced drivers.
  • Tour guide: professional English tour guide with rich experience.
  • Government taxes and fees.

What is excluded in basic package's price?

  • International flights to/from China
  • China visa fees
  • Alcohol
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance. We recommend purchasing travel insurance before your trip to protect for any unforeseen circumstances. 
  • Optional services as specified

Important Info

  • The price is based on double occupancy with shared room; if you travel alone, additional room charges will apply.
  • Infants (0-2) travel free. Children aged 3-18 can enjoy a discount(share rooms with adults).
  • If you choose the group tour(maximum 30 travelers),you will travel with other travelers from different countries.
  • If you choose the private tour,only your group will participate.
  • This tour involves mountain climbing and is not recommended for travelers over 75 or with health conditions.
  • Please notify us in advance of special requirements (e.g., halal or vegetarian meals).
  • The tour guide may adjust the itinerary due to closure of some attractions each Monday or due to bad weather.
  • This tour departs at fixed date. Please arrive at the departure city in time.
  • Smart casual dress and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

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