Embark on the ultimate 6-day adventure through East China, exploring the vibrant city of Shanghai, the picturesque beauty of Hangzhou, the charming water town of Suzhou, and the breathtaking Huangshan. Discover the best of East China in one incredible package!
Embark on the ultimate 6-day adventure through East China, exploring the vibrant city of Shanghai, the picturesque beauty of Hangzhou, the charming water town of Suzhou, and the breathtaking Huangshan. Discover the best of East China in one incredible package!
Shanghai Highlight
Yu Garden - This is the perfect tour to pack the best of Shanghai’s most famous sites, your private guided tour begins with a marvel at Yuyuan Garden and Shanghai Old Street, you’ll see classic statues, ornaments, and flatware from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Also, the picturesque garden is expansive with many halls, springs,…
Shanghai Highlight
Yu Garden - This is the perfect tour to pack the best of Shanghai’s most famous sites, your private guided tour begins with a marvel at Yuyuan Garden and Shanghai Old Street, you’ll see classic statues, ornaments, and flatware from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Also, the picturesque garden is expansive with many halls, springs, and other small buildings. Here you will have the chance to experience a traditional tea ceremony. Then enter the former French Concession in Xintiandi,see the classic 1920’s Shikumen architecture,Cross over the old alley way and soak in the classic and modern atmosphere.
Continue to visit the Jade Buddha Temple, a sacred 19th-century structure built during the Qing Dynasty and see the two elegant Jade Buddha statues. Marvel at the majestic architecture of the temple and listen as your guide explains the captivating history of the construction. The Jade Buddha Temple is a Buddhist temple and as with many modern Chinese Buddhist temples, the current temple draws from both the Pure Land and Chan traditions of Mahayana Buddhism. It was founded in 1882 with two jade Buddha statues imported to Shanghai from Myanmar by sea.
Lastly, a short hop will bring you to The Bund. iconic and prestigious. The building lining the waterfront is collectively known as a “Gallery of World Architecture”, At night fall, the beautiful artistic lights one which produces a scene of crystal palaces with a fantastic charm.
Suzhou classic gardens and water town
The Lingering Garden - At 9 a.m. you will take private car to Suzhou. It takes 2 hours by driving. The first stop is Lingering Garden, the ancient garden in Suzhou. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Pingjiang Road - It’s an ancient street with thousand year history. It’s about 1.6 km and many shops and restaurants on both side of the stream. Good place for souvenirs and local snacks.
Zhouzhuang Water Town - Next you will take private car to zhouzhuang water town. It takes 1 hour by driving. Visit UNESCO heritage site Zhouzhuang watertown which known for a system of canals. And it also has been given the nickname “Venice of the East”.
At the end of your tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Shanghai. It takes 1 hour 40 mins by driving back to Shanghai.
Hangzhou charming tour by bullet train experience
West Lake (Xi Hu) - You will take bullet train to Hangzhou which takes about 1.5 hours. The first stop is the West Lake. Followed with boat cruise to see the fabulous view of the lake.
Faxi Temple - You will visit historical Faxi temples on the way, (over 1000 years history) and enjoy the most beautiful tea plantations sceneries in the hills.
Longjing tea fields - Then you will have green tea taste and see the Longjing tea processing in the tea village.
At the end of tour send you back to your hotel. Stay Hangzhou overnight.
Hangzhou -Huangshan Tangmo village
Huangshan Tangmo Scenic Spot - Take bullet train in the morning. Once you get to Huangshan Station, the local guide will take you to Tangmo village,It is a charming ancient village with a history of over 1 thousand year. The village will show you the original Hui style architecture. Tangmo village also be named as “Small West Lake”. The setting of the village was designed by generations. Here you have chance to try and experience classic and traditional activities: Ancient Paper-making and Scripture rubbing. Scripture Rubbing. It is an extraordinary skill which has been used by Chinese scholars to transfer the calligraphy from stones is made from plant fiber. It can be used in two ways to retrieve the calligraphy. Learn it and try to make one work.We will have local dinner and stay overnight in the village.
Please note: Lunch in the train on your own arrangement.
Mount Huangshan to explore nature
Huangshan Mountain - Meet your guide in the morning and take a comfortable coach to Huangshan Mountain Scenic Area. Once arriving, you will take cable car up to the mountain, enjoying the magnificent scenery as the cable car is slowly going up. Get out of the cable, you will proceed to appreciate the view of Beihai Scenic Area, the Beginning-to-Believe Peak, the Black Tiger Pine, the Flower Grown out of a Writing Brush Rock, etc. Later, you will have lunch on the peak, In the afternoon, continue to explore the famous sites on Huangshan Mountain, like Flying Stone which is a 39-feet-high, 8-meter-long and about 360-ton piece of rock balanced on a tiny flat ledge, Cloud-dispersing Pavilion which is a good place to admire the absurd stones, cloud sea, strange peaks and deep valley, and Xihai Grand Canyon famous for its beautiful and deep natural scenery. Afterwards, you will have dinner and back to hotel.
Hongcun Ancient Village & Return to Shanghai
Hongcun Ancient Village - Get up in the dawn to see the sunrise before having your breakfast. Refreshing Terrace is a recommended spot. Then, continue to see more Mt Huangshan wonders, Lion Peak, Dawn Pavilion, Stone Monkey Watching the Sea, and all shapes of pines along the route. If you like to hike, West Sea Grand Canyon is an exciting route in Huangshan area. Head to Visit Hongcun village also dine in local restaurant, You will get a chance to explore ancient village called Hongcun with a rich history and a beautiful landscape.See various sights in the village, including South Lake, Chengzhi Hall, Lexu Hall, Shuren Hall, etc. The 150 or so houses in the village were built during the time when Ming and Qing dynasties ruled over China. In the end, you will take bullet train back to Shanghai.
- Entrance tickets in Suzhou: Lingering Garden and Watertown Zhouzhuang.
- Bullet train tickets: Shanghai - Hangzhou, Hangzhou - Huangshan, Huangshan - Shanghai.
- Entrance tickets in Huangshan: Huangshan mountain, Cable car, Hong village, Tangmo village.
- Entrance tickets in Shanghai: Yu Garden, Tea ceremony, Jade Buddha Temple.
- Entrance tickets in…
- Entrance tickets in Suzhou: Lingering Garden and Watertown Zhouzhuang.
- Bullet train tickets: Shanghai - Hangzhou, Hangzhou - Huangshan, Huangshan - Shanghai.
- Entrance tickets in Huangshan: Huangshan mountain, Cable car, Hong village, Tangmo village.
- Entrance tickets in Shanghai: Yu Garden, Tea ceremony, Jade Buddha Temple.
- Entrance tickets in Hangzhou: Faxi Temple and boat ride.
- Meals included: Lunch, Dinner, and Breakfast.
- Accommodation: 3 nights at a 4-star hotel, twin sharing (upgrades available).
- Transport: Private guide and car service for the duration of the tour.
- Hotel in Shanghai , Please book your hotel as your preference.
- Gratuities
- other expenses in the tour (e.g. drinks, snacks, etc)
- Activity fee (Ancient Paper-making &Scripture rubbing in Tangmo Village) is on your own expense
- Hotel in Shanghai , Please book your hotel as your preference.
- Gratuities
- other expenses in the tour (e.g. drinks, snacks, etc)
- Activity fee (Ancient Paper-making &Scripture rubbing in Tangmo Village) is on your own expense
6 days trip combines Shanghai, Hangzhou, Suzhou and Huangshan. Explore the oriental metropolitan Shanghai, visits…
6 days trip combines Shanghai, Hangzhou, Suzhou and Huangshan. Explore the oriental metropolitan Shanghai, visits
“one of the most beautiful cities in the world” Hangzhou as well as the “Venice of the East” Suzhou plus UNESCO heritage site water town –Zhouzhuang. As we have so many customers suggested the combination tour include most fabulous site in east China we decided to make this ultimate package that helps the travelers to save time to think about next destination.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.