5 Days Shanghai - Suzhou and Hangzhou Private Tour

Nihao, welcome to Shanghai, one of the most prosperous city in China and the global financial center. Upon arrival, your driver will pick up and transfer you to the hotel to check in. Relax and have a good rest by recovering fron your jet leg.

Note:

• Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located in the western suburb of Shanghai, about 13 kilometres away from the city centre.

• Pudong International Airport is located in the coastal area of Pudong, Shanghai, about 30 kilometres away from the city centre.

A full day for you to explore Shanghai City.  Tour begins from visiting a traditional Chinese Garden- Yu Garden eatablished in the period of Ming Dynasty(1368-1644). Though in a small size, it covers all the elements pavilions, halls, rockeries, ponds and corridors that a garden boast. Walk through the garden and enjoy a tranquil time by yourself. Then head to Shanghai Xintiandi, an international shopping and entertainment district. Roaming here, you will amazed by the China’s rapid development.

Afterwards, you will visit one of the symbol of Shanghai- Bund. Lying along the side of Huangpujiang River with various architectural styles, Bund is recognized as "the museum of buildings". Stroll along the buildings, appreciate the beautiful scenery as well as feeling the charm of this century-long historical architectural ensembles.

Notes:

• Yuyuan Garden is a famous scenic spot and tourist attraction at home and abroad.

• It takes 12 mins ( 1.6 km ) from Yuyuan Garden to the Bund.

• The Bund is the starting point of modern Chinese cities history.

Morning drive for 2hrs to Suzhou ( 105 km ). The first spot is to visit Panmen. It is one of the "three landmarks of Pan Gate" with a history of more than 2500 years. Then proceed to visit the Humble Administrator's Garden, the largest private garden of Suzhou. Hang around and appreciate the fantastic garden with its delicate buliding techonlogy.

Continue walk to the Suzhou Museum to see Chinese paintings, calligraphy, and handicrafts. This will be a unforgettable experience for you to have a deep understanding of traditional Chinese art. Some free time in the ancient Pingjiang Road, which is the most complete area in Suzhou Ancient City. Spend your rest of day at leisure.

Farewell to Suzhou and drive about 2.5hrs to Hangzhou ( 161.5 km ). Tour begins today with visiting West Lake, a fabulous place for photography because of its natural beauty. Suggest you rent a bicycle or take a boat to enjoy the beautiful views of lake and surrounding mountains. Then go to view fish at flower pond, hang out for 30 minutes or 1 hour to see the sight of brightly colorful fish swimming around and listen the brisk melody of chirpy birdsong.

Later visit Liuhe Pagoda which is located at the foot of Yuelun Hill facing the Qiantangjiang River. You will have an impressive expreience in taking in the ancient Chinese architecture. Rest of the day is free at leisure.

Note:

It takes 24 mins ( 8.8 km ) from West Lake to Liuhe Pagoda.

This is the end of your tour. Say goodbye to Hangzhou. Then you will be transferred to catch the flight to your destination. Wish you a happy journey home.  

Note:

• Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is located in the east of Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, 27 kilometres away from the city centre.