On this five-day, four-night tour of Shanghai and its environs, you'll start in bustling Shanghai and experience its charm as history meets modernity. Then delve into the tranquil water town of Wuzhen and experience the ancient charm of West Part and East Part.
Continue to explore the ancient town of Nanxun and enjoy the unique flavor of the Jiangnan water town. In Hangzhou, you will walk around the West Lake, visit the Feilai Peak and Lingyin Temple, and savor the Longjing Tea in Meijiawu.
This trip is a fusion of ancient and modern, the water town charm, let you indulge in it, and leave unforgettable memories.
Shanghai Arrival
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Welcome to Shanghai, the city of prosperity. A metropolis that never sleeps, a city that has always been fascinating, nostalgic and modern, oriental and western at the same time.
Our professional tour guide will meet you at the airport arrival and transfer you to your hotel for rest.
The rest of the day is free time. If you want to wander around, you can find a tour guide and your guide will give you some good suggestions.
Yuyuan Garden--Shanghai World Financial Center--Nanjing Road--the Bund 4+ star hotels Breakfast After breakfast, we will head to Yuyuan Garden.
It has a typical Jiangnan garden style, reflecting the artistic style
of the southern gardens of the Ming and Qing dynasties, which is "quiet
and beautiful, delicate and exquisite".
The nearby Yuyuan Bazaar is a great place to sample local cuisine and
explore traditional Chinese handicrafts. Next, we will drive to the Shanghai World Financial Center, known as the "Eye of Shanghai",
which is 474 meters high. From its 100th floor, you will have a
panoramic view of Shanghai's modernity and feel the city's prosperity
and vitality. In the afternoon, we will take you on a stroll along Nanjing Road, a shopping paradise that is not only perfect for shopping but also for experiencing the modern atmosphere of Shanghai. Afterwards, we'll head to the Bund,
a former cargo transportation route that has been transformed into a
bustling trade area. Here you will witness a perfect blend of Chinese
and Western cultures while taking in the breathtaking skyline of
Shanghai. Take a night cruise on the Huangpu River and enjoy the beauty of the city at night (about 50 minutes).Idea for Evening Activities
Jade Buddha Temple--Tianzifang--Wuzhen-West Part 4+ star hotels Breakfast After breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Jade Buddha Temple,
one of the top ten attractions in Shanghai, is located in the bustling
city center but seek peace and quiet in a bustling neighborhood. which
houses the world's largest collection of Jade Buddhas as well as
numerous religious artifacts, ancient statues and Buddhist scriptures. Then you will go to the Tianzifang which is touristic arts and crafts place that has developed from a traditional residential area. In the afternoon, you will take the high speed train to Tongxiang. Then follow your guide to Wuzhen, ready to start your Wuzhen tour. Today you will come to West Part of Wuzhen, which is one of the most prosperous and beautiful places in Wuzhen. Over the past thousand years, Wuzhen has not changed its name, water system, or way of life. It is a living museum for an ancient civilization's history, food, and traditions. You can wander around here, buy handicrafts and taste local food. After nightfall, the lights of West Part are brilliant and the night view is even more beautiful. You can walk along the river or take a cruise to enjoy the night view and feel the tranquility and prosperity of the ancient town. Recommended Acitivities: If the weather permits, you can choose to go to Xizhi Open-air Cinema to watch a nostalgic old movie and experience a different kind of movie watching fun.
Wuzhen is a typical Chinese water down, known as "China's last waterfront home".
East Part - Nanxun ancient town - Hangzhou - West Lake
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Breakfast
In the morning you will embark on a tour of East Part of Wuzhen. It is one of the earliest places in Wuzhen, and has a more living atmosphere than Xijie. You will visit the main attractions such as Mao Dun's Former Residence, Lin Family Shop and Lizhi Academy. And don't miss the folk performances and handicraft displays along the way.
Then we will go to Nanxun Ancient Town. Nanxun Ancient Town is not only one of the six ancient towns in Jiangnan, but also China's first ancient town in Jiangnan to be included in the World Heritage List, known as the “first town in Jiangnan”.
In Nanxun Ancient Town, you will feel a different flavor from Wuzhen.
We took a short break in the afternoon and departed for next destination- Hangzhou. The West Lake is a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its tranquility and beauty. It is surrounded by scenic hills and dotted with temples, pagodas, and gardens. You can choose to stroll or take a leisurely sightseeing bus to explore the famous attractions around West Lake.
FeiLai Peak--Lingyin Temple--Meijiawu Tea Culture Village--Shanghai
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Breakfast
In the morning, you will visit Feilai Peak, also known as the "Faraway
Flying Peak". According to legend, this peak was flown to China from
India on a mission to spread Buddhism.
We will continue to visit the neighboring Lingyin Temple, which is one of the oldest and most famous Buddhist temples in China. The temple houses a large collection of Buddhist scriptures, statues, and artifacts.
In the afternoon, you will head to Meijiawu Tea Village, where you can choose to participate in activities such as tea picking and tea tasting.
Then you will take a high speed train back to Shanghai.
Shanghai Departure None Breakfast In
the afternoon, you will be transferred to the
airport for your flight or train to your next destination or home. We
hope you have a wonderful memory of your visit to Shanghai and look
forward to seeing you again.
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