You will experience two picturesque towns, each unique in its splendor they reveal. Suzhou is one of the oldest towns in the Yangtze basin with its interconnected waterways and beautiful gardens, was once referred as "The Venice of the East." You will visit the Master of Nets Garden, a representative work of Suzhou classical gardens; Panmen, the ancient city gate of Suzhou and the Grand Canal. To visit the Silk Factory to see closely cocoon selecting, silk reeling, silk weaving. After lunch travel to Zhouzhuang, the most famous water village with a history of 900 years. The majority of the residences were built in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and nearly 100 classic courtyards and 60 carved-brick archways are still in use. Walk onto the Double Bridges, the symbol of Zhouzhuang before returning back to Shanghai
Shanghai Yu Garden, God Temple, Water Town Tour w/Hop-On Hop-Off
Yu Garden lanes + Zhujiajiao’s water charm + hop-on-hop-off night views = your perfect Shanghai day-night adventure! Wander old-town spots, escape to the tranquil water town, then chase the city’s dazzling lights at your own pace. Don’t miss out! Detailed Itinerary 11:00 a.m. Depart for Yu Garden from the designated pick-up point. 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Visit Yu Garden, with a 1-hour stay to explore traditional garden scenery. 12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Tour City God Temple for 45min, immersing in local cultural and religious atmosphere. 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Head to Zhujiajiao Water Town. 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Spend 3 hours sightseeing in Zhujiajiao Water Town. Includes a food tour featuring two popular local snacks: crab roe xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) and Grandma’s rice dumplings, followed by free time for independent exploration. 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Return to downtown Shanghai. 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Board the double-decker City Sightseeing Bus for a 45min city tour
Hangzhou Classic Day Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train
This one-day classic tour from Shanghai covers Hangzhou’s most popular attractions for international visitors: a relaxing West Lake cruise, the historic Lingyin Temple with Feilai Peak, and a peaceful visit to Longjing Tea Village. All transportation, entrance tickets, lunch, tea tasting and English guide service are fully included. Everything is well-arranged for you to enjoy a worry-free and memorable experience.