Garden & Waterways - Itinerary

Day 1: Shanghai/Hangzhou

Travel by train to Hangzhou and transfer to hotel. Located on the north bank of the lower reaches of the Qiantang River, the famous scenic city of Hangzhou is known as “paradise on earth”. As an old Chinese expression says, “Above there is Heaven, below there is Hangzhou and Suzhou”. Visit the breathtakingly beautiful West Lake and take a relaxing boat cruise. (B,L)

Suzhou

Day 2: Hangzhou/Suzhou

Further sightseeing tour including the Six Harmony Pagoda and the Tea Museum where you can learn about the famous Dragon Well Tea grown in this area. Take an afternoon train ride to 2,500 year old Suzhou famous for having the most elegant gardens in all of China. (B,L)

Tour Map

Day 3: Suzhou

There are more than 150 gardens, criss-crossed by natural ponds and canals. Visit two of the most famous ones such as The Surging Wave Pavilion, the Humble Administrator Garden and the Garden of Harmony. There will also be a visit to the Silk Museum and the local Embroidery Institute where you learn about the history of Silk and how it is manufactured. (B,L)

Day 4: Suzhou/Shanghai Airport

Transfer back to Shanghai Airport for your exit flight back to London. (B)

Key:

  • B = Breakfast included
  • L = Lunch included
  • D = Dinner included