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9-Day Jiangnan Water Town Discovery: Shanghai, Nanxun, Wuzhen, Hangzhou, Suzhou & Yangzhou jiangsu tour

Tour Overview

Embark on a meticulously crafted 9-day journey through China's picturesque Jiangnan region, where timeless water towns meet modern urban elegance. This flexible private tour features chauffeured transfers between destinations, carefully curated cultural landmarks, and the freedom to customize your accommodation choices. Experience seamless travel with 24/7 airport transfers and personalized itinerary adjustments.

Day 1: Shanghai Arrival

• Free airport/station transfer within Shanghai urban area
• Check into your selected hotel
• Recommended explorations: Huaihai Road's Art Deco architecture or Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park
• Tip: Try local xiaolongbao at Jia Jia Tang Bao near People's Square

Day 2: Shanghai Highlights

• Morning: Visit Oriental Pearl Tower's glass-bottom observation deck
• Explore Yu Garden's Ming Dynasty rockeries
• Stroll Nanjing Road – Asia's longest shopping street
• Evening: Huangpu River cruise with panoramic skyline views
• Must-see: The Bund's colonial architecture illumination at night

Day 3: Water Town Transition

• Morning: Discover Xitang's covered corridors and ancient bridges
• Afternoon: Wander through Nanxun's aristocratic mansions
• Architectural gem: Liu's Vertical House blending Chinese-Western styles
• Evening: Stay in traditional riverside accommodation

Day 4: Wuzhen Dual Experience

• Full-day exploration of East & West Scenic Zones
• Highlights: Woodblock printing workshops & night-lit waterways
• Unique stay: Overnight in West Zone's restored heritage houses
• Pro tip: Capture morning mist over the canals before day-trippers arrive

Day 5: Hangzhou's Lakeside Poetry

• Morning: Nine Creeks Meandering Through Misty Forest hike
• Afternoon: Leifeng Pagoda & West Lake cruise
• Evening: Explore Qinghefang Ancient Street's artisan shops
• Local flavor: Sample Hangzhou-style beggar's chicken

Day 6: Suzhou's Classical Gardens

• Morning: Humble Administrator's Garden – UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Afternoon: Cold Mountain Temple & Tiger Hill's leaning pagoda
• Evening: Shantang Street's illuminated waterways
• Cultural note: Attend Kunqu Opera performance (seasonal)

Day 7: Yangzhou Immersion

• Full-day exploration of Slender West Lake's willow-lined causeways
• Evening: Dongguan Street's Qing Dynasty merchant houses
• Culinary must-try: Yangzhou fried rice at Fuchun Teahouse

Day 8: Yangzhou Heritage

• Morning: Daming Temple's Jianzhen Memorial Hall
• Choose between: He Garden's double-story verandas or Ge Garden's bamboo forest
• Afternoon: Grand Canal Museum's interactive exhibits
• Historical highlight: Han Dynasty royal tomb replica museum

Day 9: Departure

• Morning free time: Yangzhou Eight Eccentrics Museum or Zhuyuwan Ecological Park
• Airport/station transfer with flexible departure time
• Recommendation: Purchase Yangzhou lacquerware as souvenirs

Essential Travel Tips

1. Transportation: Private vehicle with 10-hour daily service window
2. Accommodation: Select hotels based on preferred location/style
3. Meals: Enjoy flexibility to sample local specialties
4. Tickets: Age-related discounts refunded post-tour
5. Connectivity: English-speaking travel assistant available
6. Packing: Comfortable shoes for cobblestone streets
7. Best seasons: Spring (Mar-May) & Autumn (Sep-Nov)

This journey through China's "land of fish and rice" combines structured sightseeing with personal discovery time, offering an authentic experience of Jiangnan's water town charm and urban sophistication. From Shanghai's glittering skyline to Yangzhou's tranquil gardens, each destination reveals unique aspects of China's cultural heritage.

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As the largest travel agency in Jiangsu, we offer unparalleled access to destinations across China. Serving as the region's leading destination management company (DMC), we ensure seamless logistics and local expertise. Recognized as Jiangsu's most professional travel service provider, we deliver tailor-made itineraries, cultural immersion, and 24/7 support.

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