8 Days Shanghai and Water Towns Tour

Day 01  Arrive in Nanjing

Activities: Our guide will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is on your own. Just relax and take a leisured stroll around the city. You can excurse and reveal this charming city by person.

Accommodation:Tianfeng Hotel-Nanjing

Meals: No Meals

Day 02  Nanjing

Activities: Today you will visit the Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum, the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum and the Confucius Temple.

Accommodation:Tianfeng Hotel-Nanjing

Meals: B/L

Day 03  Nanjing -  - Suzhou

Activities: Transfer to Suzhou and check in the hotel. Visit the Tiger Hill, the Garden of the Master of the Nets and the Humble Administrator's Garden.

Accommodation:Bamboo Grove Hotel-Suzhou

Meals: B/L

Day 04  Suzhou -  - Zhouzhuang -  - Suzhou

Activities: Drive to Zhouzhuang, the No.1 Water County of China. Visit the Hall of Shen's residence. Then back to Suzhou.

Accommodation:Bamboo Grove Hotel-Suzhou

Meals: B/L

Day 05  Suzhou -  - Hangzhou

Activities: Visit Hanshan Temple in the morning. In the afternoon, transfer to Hangzhou by train. Upon arrival, check in the hotel.

Accommodation:Hangzhou Lakeview Hotel

Meals: B/L

Day 06  Hangzhou

Activities: Today you will discover the West Lake, the Six Harmonies Pagoda, the Lingyin Temple (Temple of Inspired Seclusion) and the Traditional Chinese Medicine Museum.

Accommodation:Hangzhou Lakeview Hotel

Meals: B/L

Day 07  Hangzhou -  - Shanghai

Activities: Transfer to Shanghai by train and check in the hotel upon arrival in Shanghai. Visit the Shanghai Museum, the Yuyuan Garden, and the Bund. Shanghai Acrobatics is recommended for your night show, which is exclusive in our quotation. Feel free to contact our travel advisor about the details and cost.

Accommodation:The Bund Hotel Shangha

Meals: B/L

Day 08  Depart from Shanghai

Activities: In the last day, after you enjoy the breakfast in Shanghai, you will be transferred to the airport. Your amazing 8 Days Beijing, Shanghai, and Water Towns Tour is finished.

Accommodation:

Meals: B

Day 01  Arrive in Nanjing

Lies on the south bank of the Yangtze River, Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu Province, is one of the most delightful of Chinese cities. Known as the Capital City of Six or Ten Dynasties in China's history, it has a brilliant cultural heritage.

Day 02  Nanjing

Mausoleum of Dr. Sun Yat-sen: With a solemn atmosphere, Dr. Sun-Yat Sen's Mausoleum is built at the foot of the majestic Purple Mountain. Viewing above, it presents a shape of bell with the meaning that Chinese people should always keep in mind Doctor Sun's will and dedicate to build a strong China.
The Confucius Temple: The Confucius Temple built in the Song Dynasty is a place to worship the great philosopher Confucius. This area has been the center of Confucian study for over 1.500 years. Now it has become a commercial center, with many featured shops. Also you may enjoy the famous local snacks there.
Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum: Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum is the mausoleum of Zhu Yuanzhang, the first emperor in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), and his wife Empress Ma. In the 14th year (1381) of the Hongwu reign in the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Yuanzhang ordered Li Xin to supervise the construction of the mausoleum. In August of the following year, Empress Ma died and she was buried in September in this mausoleum, which was then called the Xiaoling Mausoleum, meaning the emperor ruled the country by means of filial piety. Another explanation says that it was named after Xiaoci, the posthumous title of Empress Ma. In May of the sixteenth year (1383) of the Hongwu reign, the palace of the Xiaoling Mausoleum was founded. In May of the thirteenth year (1398) of the Hongwu reign, Zhu Yuanzhang died, and he was buried in the mausoleum together with Empress Ma. The accessorial project of Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum was not finished until the third year (1405) of the Yongle reign.

Day 03  Nanjing -  - Suzhou

Humble Administrator's Garden is the largest of all classical gardens in Suzhou. It is centered upon the broad expanse of a lake, making up about one fifth of the total area. With well-spaced buildings, the garden landscape and water space are simple, extensive and natural, possessing the traditional appearances of the Ming Dynasty. It is divided into three parts; the eastern, middle and the western parts. The house lies in the south of the garden.
Tiger Hill is a hill in Suzhou, in China. It is a popular tourist destination and is known for its natural beauty as well as historical sites. The hill is so named because it is said to look like a crouching tiger. Another legend states that a white tiger appeared on the hill to guard it following the burial of King Hel. The hill is sometimes referred to in parallel with "Lion Mountain", another hill near Suzhou which clearly resembles a sitting lion.

Day 04  Suzhou -  - Zhouzhuang -  - Suzhou

Zhouzhuang, once called Zhenfengli, is located in Kunshan City, 30 km to the southeast of Suzhou in Jiangsu Province, covering an area of 0.4 square km. Although there are other towns in China such as Tongli, dissected by streams, rivers and canals, Zhouzhuang is the most famous such "water town" nowadays for its quiet and exquisite surroundings, and simple and ancient architecture.
Water is the soul of Zhouzhuang and travelling by water is really the only way to get to the heart of the little town. Gondola-like boats travel swiftly up and down the canals. Sitting on the prow, you get a closer look at the carvings on the bridges, and the details of the waterside residences. You may see local women washing clothes in the water. If you keep your eyes peeled, you may even spot places where the recent Universal movie "Pavilion of Women" was filmed.

Day 05  Suzhou -  - Hangzhou

As the saying goes - 'Gardens to the south of Yangtze River are the best in the world, and Suzhou gardens are the best among them'. These gardens attain their high reputation not only for their vast numbers, but also for their charming natural beauty and harmonious construction. At present more than 60 gardens are kept intact in Suzhou, and a series of them have been listed in the World Heritage List, including the Humble Administrator's Garden, the Lingering Garden, the Garden of Master of Nets and the Mountain Villa with Embracing Beauty.

Day 06  Hangzhou

Six Harmonies Pagoda: Located on the Yuelun Hill besides Qiantang River, Six Harmonies Pagoda was built by King of Wuyu to ward off Qiantang bore. As high as 59.89 meters, this grand pagoda has 7 sides and 8 stories. Looked down from the top, all Qiantang River beauty is bird viewed. Now near Six Harmonies Pagoda, a Garden of Chinese Ancient Pagodas with more than 100 pagodas and towers in various dynasties has been constructed to display Chinese pagoda culture integrated.
Lingyin Temple, west of the famous West Lake in East China's Hangzhou city, stands at the foot of the Beigao Peak and faces the Feilai (Peak That Flew Here) Peak across a stream. With many old trees, groves of bamboo, and quiet and beautiful surroundings, the Lingyin Temple is one of the most famous temples south of the Yangtze River.

Day 07  Hangzhou -  - Shanghai

Today you will visit the Shanghai Museum, the Yuyuan Garden, the Bund.
Shanghai Museum: As the biggest museum in China, Shanghai Museum has a collection of over 120,000 pieces of Chinese art & cultural heritages. The museum is especially famous for its treasures of bronzes, ceramics, paintings, and calligraphy.
Yu Garden: A traditional Chinese park decorated by beautiful pavilions, miniature lakes, bridges and rockeries. Yu Garden is not only a famous classical garden in South China, but also a major historic and cultural site under state protection.
Acrobatics: Acrobatics is an interactive art form. Whether you are old or young, educated or illiterate, you can appreciate it as long as you can see. There is no language barrier and cultural border. When you watch a Chinese acrobatics, you are strongly impacted both mentally and physically. It is truly and unforgettable experience. It is no doubt that Shanghai is the best place to enjoy a perfect Chinese acrobatic show. The Acrobatics at Shanghai are not to be missed. They are held each night and last for about 2 hours. An acrobatic show has become one of the most popular evening entertainments for tourists in Shanghai. You can enjoy gravity-defying contortionism, juggling, unicycling, chair-stacking, and plate-spinning acts at the following stages.

Day 08  Depart from Shanghai

In the past few days you have had a wonderful time in China. You must be fascinated about China. We are sure that you enjoy the splendid culture and unique scenery and you can be our best ambassadors to share that experience with your friends and neighbors. We sincerely hope to see you revisit China again with your friends. Also we hope you are satisfied with our GWV's information and service.