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Exploring Jiangnan’s Cultural Treasures: A 3-Day Journey from Nanjing to Yangzhou and Beyond jiangsu tour

Day 1: Nanjing to Yangzhou – Gardens & Ancient Alleys

Meeting Point: Assemble at McDonald's entrance (North Square of Nanjing South Station) between 13:00–13:30. Reach via Metro Lines 1/3/S1/S3 (Exit 9/10).

15:30 | Ge Garden: A Bamboo Wonderland

Step into Yangzhou's iconic Ge Garden, a masterpiece of Qing Dynasty horticulture. Wander through bamboo groves and marvel at rock formations mimicking seasonal landscapes. Don't miss the intricately carved moon gates and pavilions reflecting classical Chinese aesthetics (1-hour visit).

17:00 | Dongguan Street: Time-Travel Through Flavors

Stroll this 1,200-year-old thoroughfare lined with Qing-era architecture. Sink your teeth into Yangzhou's culinary legends: try fluffy san-ding baozi (three-diced buns) or savor the world-famous Yangzhou fried rice at local eateries (1-hour exploration).

Accommodation Options:

  • Yizheng Yuanbo Junlan Resort
  • Yangzhou Wanda Yihua Hotel
  • Wangchao Lou Cultural Hotel (Dongguan Street)

Day 2: Yangzhou to Zhenjiang to Nanjing – Lakes, Poetry & Palaces

09:00 | Slender West Lake: Where Poetry Comes Alive

Glide past weeping willows and arched bridges in this UNESCO-listed landscape. Capture the Five-Pavilion Bridge's reflection at dawn – a scene immortalized in classical paintings (1.5-hour guided walk).

11:30 | Xijin Ferry Historic District: Stone-Paved Chronicles

Discover 1,300 years of history etched into Zhenjiang's ancient ferry port. Walk the Tang-Song era stone road and admire Yuan Dynasty pagodas. Lunch tip: Try Zhenjiang's legendary guo-gai mian (lid noodles) at Shao Shun Xing (1-hour visit).

14:00 | Niushou Mountain: Buddhism's Golden Sanctuary

Behold the $580 million wonder – a futuristic Buddhist complex housing sacred relics. Descend 88 meters into the ethereal underground palace to witness the reclining Buddha surrounded by rotating lotus petals (2.5-hour tour, optional 20 CNY shuttle).

17:00 | Confucius Temple Nightscape: Nanjing's Beating Heart

As twilight falls, explore the Qinhuai River's illuminated promenade. Sample yanshui-ya (brined duck) from street vendors before cruising past Ming Dynasty architecture (1-hour leisure time).

Day 3: Nanjing's Imperial Legacy

08:30 | Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum: Stairway to History

Climb 392 steps through pine forests to Dr. Sun's azure-roofed tomb. Pro tip: Arrive early to avoid crowds and catch the morning mist over Purple Mountain (2-hour visit, 20 CNY optional shuttle).

10:30 | Presidential Palace: China's Modern Crossroads

Walk through 600 years of power shifts in this architectural timeline. From Ming gardens to Chiang Kai-shek's office, witness where empires rose and fell (1.5-hour guided tour).

13:30 | Porcelain Tower Renaissance at Dabao'en Temple

Marvel at the glass-and-steel reinterpretation of the Ming Dynasty's "World Wonder." The underground museum reveals 2,500 Buddhist relics in a stunning digital-light fusion (1.5-hour exploration).

15:00 | Qinhuai River Finale: Waterway of Emperors

Conclude your journey with a tranquil cruise past Ming Dynasty watchtowers and literati gardens. Evening departures: Allow 30 mins to Nanjing South Station (metro-connected) or 1 hour to airport.

Essential Tips:

  • Carry ID cards for all attractions
  • Book Monday alternatives for Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum
  • Pre-download Metro apps: Nanjing Subway/Yangzhou Bus
  • Comfortable shoes recommended – 15k+ steps daily

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