First Encounters: Shanghai, Suzhou & Hangzhou

Shanghai → Suzhou → Hangzhou

Combine Shanghai’s modern cityscape, Suzhou’s water towns and Hangzhou’s lakeside tea culture in one journey. This route suits travellers who want a mix of cities, traditional culture and natural scenery.

Suggested duration: 7–9 days. Discuss the route around your dates, preferred pace and interests.

Explore the places along this route. We can adjust the order, visits and pace to suit your trip.

Recommended for: First-time visitors, couples, families and friends travelling together.

Route highlights: City skylines, water towns, classical gardens, lakeside walks and traditional tea culture.

Suggested Itinerary & Route

Shanghai → Suzhou → Hangzhou.

01ShanghaiModern city experiences

02SuzhouWater towns & classical gardens

03HangzhouWest Lake & tea culture

What Makes This Journey Special

Shanghai

Begin with Shanghai’s skyline, riverside architecture and urban energy.

Shanghai New International Expo Centre

An important exhibition venue for travellers combining their visit with trade fairs, business meetings or professional events.

Oriental Pearl Tower

Enjoy views across Shanghai from its observation areas and explore the city’s development through the historical exhibitions inside.

A walk along the Bund

Follow the Huangpu River past historic buildings, with the modern Pudong skyline on the opposite bank.

Huangpu River night cruise

See the illuminated Bund and Lujiazui skyline from the river.

Suzhou

Discover the waterways, gardens and historic streets of Jiangnan.

A canal and traditional buildings in Jiangnan, from the supplied photo collection

Zhouzhuang Water Town

Explore canals, traditional houses and old lanes in this renowned Jiangnan water town.

A traditional boat ride & the Twin Bridges

A traditional rowing-boat experience can be arranged along Zhouzhuang’s canals, taking in the iconic Twin Bridges.

Suzhou’s classical gardens

Discover Chinese garden design through pavilions, ponds, rockeries and carefully composed spaces.

Pingjiang Road & a hanfu experience

Walk through the historic neighbourhood. A traditional hanfu dress experience and souvenir photographs can be discussed as part of the arrangements.

Hangzhou

Slow down by West Lake and discover Hangzhou’s tea traditions.

Hefang Street

Wander through a historic shopping district with traditional architecture and the atmosphere of old Hangzhou.

West Lake

Enjoy lakeside walks, bridges and mountain views at a relaxed pace.

Longjing Village: tea picking & tasting

Learn about Longjing tea and taste it in the village. Tea picking depends on the season and the final arrangements.

Lingyin Temple

Visit the celebrated Buddhist temple in its peaceful mountain setting.

China National Wetland Museum

Explore exhibitions about wetland ecosystems and the relationship between people and nature.

Your Journey at a Glance

Explore each city below. Discuss the number of days and overnight stays when planning your trip.

01 · Shanghai

Shanghai New International Expo Centre
Oriental Pearl Tower
A walk along the Bund
Huangpu River night cruise

02 · Suzhou

Zhouzhuang Water Town
A traditional boat ride & the Twin Bridges
Suzhou’s classical gardens
Pingjiang Road & a hanfu experience

03 · Hangzhou

Hefang Street
West Lake
Longjing Village: tea picking & tasting
Lingyin Temple
China National Wetland Museum

Hotel Selection

Hotels and room types will be confirmed with the itinerary.

Tour Price & Services

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Travel Arrangements

Suggested duration: 7–9 days; the pace can be discussed.
Visits and seasonal activities depend on current availability and the agreed arrangements.
The final route and services are agreed before booking.

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First Encounters: Shanghai, Suzhou & Hangzhou

Shanghai → Suzhou → Hangzhou

Suggested Itinerary & Route