5-Day Short trip to East China (Shanghai-Jiaxing-Suzhou-Hangzhou)

• Yuyuan Garden--Shanghai World Financial Center--Nanjing Road--the Bund

• 4+ star hotels

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.

Idea for Evening Activities

Take a night cruise on the Huangpu River and enjoy the beauty of the city at night (about 50 minutes).

• Jade Buddha Temple--Tianzifang--Transfer to Jiaxing
  

• 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 a high speed train arrive in Jiaxing. Then you'll go to Xitang Ancient Town, where you'll stay tonight. After arriving at Xitang Ancient Town, you can choose to walk or take a local rowing boat to explore the town. Walking can give you a deeper understanding of the architectural style and history and culture of the ancient town, while rowing boat can bring you to realize the unique charm of Jiangnan water town.

• the Suzhou Museum-the Lingering Garden-the Tiger Hill

• 4+stars Hotel

• Breakfast

After breakfast, you will visit the Suzhou Museum. It showcases the city's cultural legacy through its impressive collection of artifacts and exhibits, providing visitors with a deeper understanding of Suzhou's artistic achievements. 

You will then visit the The Lingering Garden(Liu Yuan), one of the Four Great Gardens of China, which demonstrates a compact layout and a delicate decorative art.

In the afternoon, you will embark on a journey to explore Suzhou's Tiger Hill, which is a famous scenic spot with a long history of more than 2500 years. As Su Shi, a famous poet of the Song Dynasty (960-1279), said, "to visit Suzhou and not see Tiger Hill would lead to a lifetime of regret" 

The most prestigious attraction in Tiger Hill is the Yunyansi Pagoda, a seven-story pagoda that has stood for 1,000 years and has a leaning posture comparable to the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy. In addition, there is also a Sword Pond, which is rumored to be the place where the King of Wu buried his treasured sword 2,500 years ago.

• West Lake-Leifeng Pagoda-Hefang Street

• 4+stars Hotel

• Breakfast

After breakfast, we will take the high-speed train to Hangzhou. You will check in to your hotel and have a short rest before departing for West Lake.

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. Your tour of the West Lake will begin with a leisurely 45-minute cruise during which you can enjoy serene views of the lake, ancient pagodas, and lush gardens.

Next you will visit the Leifeng Pagoda. It has been repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt in the course of history, and is best known for its fame due to the legend of the White Snake in which the White Snake was crushed under the pagoda by Fahai. Climbing to the top of the tower, you can overlook the entire West Lake Scenic Area with a beautiful view.

Afterwards, you will visit a historical tour of Hefang Street, a unique pedestrian street where you will feel like going back to Hangzhou in the Southern Song Dynasty.

• FeiLai Peak--Lingyin Temple--Meijiawu Tea Culture Village--Hangzhou Departure
  

• 4+stars Hotel

• 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.

At the end of the day, 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.