• Visa-Free Tour of Eastern China

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    Tour Code: ODY-CN-2498

    Destination:Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou

Duration

6 Days

Tour Type

Private & Bespoke

Tour Style

Classic

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About This Trip

Landing in and departing from Shanghai, the 6-day tour allows you to take advantage of China’s 240-hour-visa-free policy and explore the three most well-known cities in Eastern China.

Starting in Suzhou, discover its classical gardens, intricate silk embroidery, and peaceful water town. Traveling to Hangzhou, cruise on the iconic West Lake and relish in the aroma of famous Longjing tea. Return to Shanghai, stroll along the Bund, take in stunning views from Shanghai Towers, and wrap up your adventure with a perfect fusion of the old and new.

Itinerary Summary

DAYPLACEHIGHLIGHTS
1Shanghai – SuzhouArrival in Shanghai & Private Transfer to Suzhou
2SuzhouLingering Garden, Tongli Water Town, Suzhou Museum, Suzhou Embroidery Research
3Suzhou – HangzhouWest Lake, Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak
4Hangzhou – ShanghaiTea Plantation and Experience, High-Speed Train to Shanghai
5ShanghaiThe Bund, Dim Sum Lunch, Former French Concession, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall, Shanghai Tower
6ShanghaiPrivate Transfer to the Airport, Departure
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Itinerary

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.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

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.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

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.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

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.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

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.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

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.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

Why Choose Inner Mongolia Jiuhong Travel Service Co., Ltd.

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Expert Local Guides

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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eI highly recommend Inner Mongolia Jiuhong Travel Service Co., Ltd. The team is very easy to work with, has excellent ideas and the guides are knowledgeable and easy to be with. Very solid itineraries and execution — flexible, high quality, and great value for money.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    James T.
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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eWe visited both Xi’an and Shanghai under Jiuhong’s arrangement and received the same first-class service in both cities. The guides were knowledgeable, flexible, and happy to discuss all aspects of modern China — giving insights difficult to obtain elsewhere. Strongly recommended.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    Greenfly
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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eWe had a wonderful action-packed day. Fei Fei was amazing — her knowledge was very impressive and she was a real pleasure to be with. This was certainly the highlight of our stay in this beautiful city. Thanks so much.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    Ludovic V.
    Couples · London, UK · Verified · TripAdvisor

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