From Shanghai to Suzhou: Discover China's Venice of the East
In the morning, enjoy coffee at Hongqiao in Shanghai, then chill by the lotus pond at the Lingering Garden in the afternoon, and take a rowboat through Shantang Street... Sounds like a poetic day trip, right? Let’s hit the road with this guide!
In the morning, enjoy coffee at Hongqiao in Shanghai, then chill by the lotus pond at the Lingering Garden in the afternoon, and take a rowboat through Shantang Street... Sounds like a poetic day trip, right? Let’s hit the road with this guide!
1. Transportation:
It only takes 30 minutes to an hour by high-speed train from Shanghai to Suzhou, so grab your tickets for around 7-8 AM to maximize your fun.
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2. Itinerary:
Morning:
Visit the "Crown of Chinese Gardens," the Lingering Garden. It's one of the four famous gardens in China and a UNESCO World Heritage site, with beautiful water views and charming pavilions.
Afternoon:
Explore Shantang Street, enjoy some snacks while riding a boat.
3. Tip:
Tickets for the Lingering Garden should be booked 3 days in advance.
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Daniel Dorothea
Canada
Reviewed on April 29,2025
Shopping on Nanjing Road in Shanghai was just amazing! It's truly the "First Commercial Street of China", where tradition and modernity blend perfectly. You can find awesome souvenirs and experience the trendy vibes in cool stores. The neon lights at night are just spectacular, shining bright like Times Square in New York. The food here is incredible too. I had a feast for my taste buds. Shanghai, I'll definitely be back!
Destination(s):
Shanghai
Date of
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May 08,2024
Elvis Eva
Canada
Reviewed on June 20,2025
As a solo traveler from Canada, I was nervous about navigating China alone—but this 11-day tour was PERFECT! From hiking the Great Wall at sunrise (Day 3) to gasping at the Terracotta Army (Day 5), every day delivered ‘pinch-me’ moments. The real showstopper? Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountains (Day 7)! Our guide made the stone pillars come alive with stories.
Massive thanks for handling all logistics—bullet train tickets, entry passes, car! And the 4-star hotels surprised me.
Destination(s):
Beijing Xian Zhangjiajie Shanghai
Date of
Experience:
June 02,2025
Simon
America
Reviewed on May 29,2025
Our 2-day Zhangjiajie tour was beyond spectacular! As someone who’s visited Beijing and Shanghai for work, this trip revealed China’s wild, magical heart. Day 1 in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park felt like stepping onto Pandora—I’m a huge Avatar fan, and Yuanjiajie’s floating peaks left me breathless. The misty pillars and lush valleys like pure movie magic!
Then came Fenghuang Ancient Town, we eat dinner beside the thundering waterfall. It seems Unreal! The night views of stilt houses glowing over the river were straight from a fairy tale.
For fellow Avatar lovers and adventure seekers: Don’t miss this bucket-list experience! 10/10 would return.
A Well-Traveled Film Buff, May 2025
Destination(s):
Zhangjiajie
Date of
Experience:
May 08,2025
