East China · 4D3N

Shanghai · Suzhou · Wuzhen · Hangzhou 4-Day Tour

A 4-day boutique journey from Shanghai to Hangzhou through Suzhou gardens, canal towns and West Lake.

Shanghai → Suzhou Garden → Wuzhen → Xitang/Haining → Lingyin → West Lake
Itinerary ↘
Duration4D3N
RouteEast China
From$284/person
Travel styleSmall group · Tailor-made
JOURNEY OVERVIEW

Journey overview

Begin with Shanghai landmarks, continue through the Lingering Garden and Shantang Street to Wuzhen, visit Xitang or the Haining tidal bore on selected dates, then finish with Lingyin, West Lake and Longjing tea country.

DAY BY DAY

Itinerary

Arrive in Shanghai · Explore the landmarks
DAY01

Arrive in Shanghai · Explore the landmarks

Meals on your own · Stay in Shanghai

Private arrival transfer

Pickup is available from Pudong or Hongqiao airports and major Shanghai railway stations, followed by a hotel transfer.

Nanjing Road

A landmark shopping street mixing historic facades, department stores and lively city scenes.

The Bund

See the historic waterfront architecture and the Lujiazui skyline across the Huangpu River.

City God Temple Area

Explore old Shanghai around the zigzag bridge and sample local snacks.

Stay in Shanghai

Return to the hotel and rest before the Suzhou and Wuzhen journey.

Shanghai—Suzhou—Wuzhen
DAY02

Shanghai—Suzhou—Wuzhen

Breakfast · Stay near Wuzhen

Shanghai to Suzhou

Drive to Suzhou, with an estimated journey of about two hours.

Lingering Garden

One of China's celebrated classical gardens, known for covered corridors, Taihu rocks and refined spatial design.

Shantang Street

Walk beside the canal through stone lanes, old bridges and traditional Suzhou houses.

Wuzhen West Scenic Zone

The atmospheric heart of Wuzhen, with canals, stone bridges and waterside houses that glow after dusk.

Stay near Wuzhen

Transfer to the hotel after the canal-town visit.

Xitang / Haining Tide—Hangzhou Lingyin
DAY03

Xitang / Haining Tide—Hangzhou Lingyin

Breakfast · Stay in Hangzhou

Transfer to Xitang or Haining

The day is confirmed by travel date: Xitang is standard, while Haining Yanguan replaces it on selected tide dates.

Xitang Ancient Town

Walk the covered corridors, old bridges and canal lanes, with optional traditional-costume photography.

Haining Yanguan Tidal Bore

Watch for the Qiantang tidal bore at Yanguan; operation depends on tide dates and local notices.

Feilai Peak at Lingyin

See historic Buddhist carvings along forest paths; entry to Lingyin Temple is subject to separate local admission.

Hefang Street

Enjoy Hangzhou's old-street atmosphere, traditional shops and local snacks.

Stay in Hangzhou

Check in to the Hangzhou hotel and rest.

West Lake—Longjing Tea—Departure
DAY04

West Lake—Longjing Tea—Departure

Breakfast · Hangzhou departure transfer

West Lake Scenic Area

Walk beside the lake and choose from the lakeside, Bai Causeway, Su Causeway or a boat ride as time allows.

Longjing Tea Village

Visit Hangzhou's tea country, see terraced fields and learn about Longjing tea culture.

Hangzhou departure transfer

Transfer to Hangzhou Station, Hangzhou East Station or Xiaoshan Airport, subject to final confirmation.

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A flexible reference itinerary

The final plan will be confirmed around dates, group size, hotel standard, attraction operations and pickup points.

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