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6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS · JIANGNAN & COASTAL JOURNEYS
Gardens, canals and lakes across Jiangnan
Over 6 days, 6-Day Shanghai, Suzhou & Hangzhou Tour links Shanghai skyline across the Huangpu River with Qinghefang historic street in Hangzhou, taking in Traditional pavilion and pond in Yu Garden, Classical garden and covered walkway in Suzhou, West Lake shoreline at dusk, Meijiawu tea fields in Hangzhou along the way. Meet your driver and settle into your hotel. Shanghai’s Bund, Yu Garden and former French Concession are best linked by short drives or metro rides, with about 3–6 kilometres on foot across riverfront promenades, garden lanes and lilong streets. Transfer to Hangzhou airport or railway station. Taste Longjing tea near the fields and choose Hangzhou noodles or West Lake fish for lunch, with Leifeng Pagoda or a causeway saved for the clearest light. The route is best suited to travelers who prefer a private guide, a named set of sights and time for a proper meal in each place, with the daily emphasis on a focused private journey with a balanced daily rhythm. Opening hours, traffic and local access are checked during the trip, allowing the guide to reorder visits when needed.
6 days / 5 nights Itinerary at a Glance
Duration
6 days / 5 nights
Route
Shanghai - Suzhou - Hangzhou
Long-distance travel
Confirmed daytime rail connections and private transfers
Tour format
Customizable private tour
Trip Highlights Code: CN-14-06
Compare Shanghai’s historic waterfront with its modern skyline.
Visit a selected Suzhou classical garden and canal neighborhood.
Stay two nights in Hangzhou for West Lake and tea scenery.
Use daytime rail travel with local station transfers.
Plan with Confidence: Clear inclusions, confirmed travel arrangements and a personalized itinerary before booking.
DAY BY DAY
The 6-Day Journey
Daily itinerary: Shanghai skyline across the Huangpu River → Traditional pavilion and pond in Yu Garden → Classical garden and covered walkway in Suzhou → West Lake shoreline at dusk → Meijiawu tea fields in Hangzhou → Qinghefang historic street in Hangzhou.
INTERACTIVE ROUTE MAP
6-Day Shanghai, Suzhou & Hangzhou Tour
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Meet your driver and settle into your hotel before continuing to Traditional pavilion and pond in Yu Garden the following day. If you arrive early, enjoy a short Bund walk at your own pace. The first day has no fixed museum reservation, allowing for different flight and train arrival times. Before setting out for Shanghai skyline across the Huangpu River, the guide checks the day's weather, access and walking conditions. Shanghai skyline across the Huangpu River appears on Day 1 of the Shanghai, Suzhou and Hangzhou plan: wear shoes with reliable grip, carry water and a light layer, and use the planned rest points for photographs; the distance can be shortened without replacing the named highlight if conditions turn.
Explore Yu Garden when open, nearby historic lanes and the Bund with your guide after Shanghai skyline across the Huangpu River; Classical garden and covered walkway in Suzhou follows on the next day. Add a neighborhood walk or a museum with a confirmed reservation according to your interests. Leave time for lunch rather than rushing between too many districts. During Traditional pavilion and pond in Yu Garden, the guide links the named sights through local history and details visible on the ground.
Take a daytime train to Suzhou, then visit a classical garden such as the Humble Administrator’s Garden when admission is available after Traditional pavilion and pond in Yu Garden; West Lake shoreline at dusk follows on the next day. Explore Pingjiang Road’s canal lanes and stay overnight in Suzhou. The transfer toward Classical garden and covered walkway in Suzhou includes sensible comfort stops around the actual road or rail schedule. Around Classical garden and covered walkway in Suzhou on Day 3, keep water and valuables in hand luggage; on arrival, the guide prioritizes check-in and the named local visit before the next day's West Lake shoreline at dusk instead of adding an unrelated detour.
Enjoy a final Suzhou neighborhood visit before a confirmed train connection to Hangzhou. The Shanghai, Suzhou & Hangzhou itinerary pairs this visit with Classical garden and covered walkway in Suzhou beforehand and Meijiawu tea fields in Hangzhou afterward. After checking in, take an easy walk beside West Lake.
Explore selected West Lake paths or a boat route when operating after West Lake shoreline at dusk; Qinghefang historic street in Hangzhou follows on the next day. Continue toward a tea-growing area such as Meijiawu for a landscape walk and optional tasting. Return to Hangzhou with time for Qinghefang or a relaxed evening. With Qinghefang historic street in Hangzhou planned for the following day, longjing’s terraced tea fields lead into a hands-on lesson in leaf picking, pan-firing and tasting beside the village. The day follows West Lake shoreline at dusk and leaves the route ready for Qinghefang historic street in Hangzhou, so the guide keeps the timing tied to the confirmed transport and opening hours rather than adding generic stops.
The route reaches Qinghefang historic street in Hangzhou after its named Meijiawu tea fields in Hangzhou visit on Shanghai, Suzhou & Hangzhou. Transfer to Hangzhou airport or railway station. A return to Shanghai can be quoted if it suits your onward journey, but should be planned with enough connection time.
PRIVATE QUOTATION
Private Tour Reference Prices
Estimated starting prices in USD per adult for the full 6-day / 5-night itinerary, sharing twin or double rooms.
2 adults traveling together USD 1,490 / person4 adults traveling together USD 1,190 / person6 adults traveling together USD 1,090 / person
Headline price basis: Four adults traveling together, using two twin or double rooms. City stays use comfortable 4-star hotels; village and remote stays use selected local guesthouses or boutique accommodation. The Accommodation tab shows the overnight bases.
Transport included in the estimate: Shanghai–Suzhou and Suzhou–Hangzhou second-class rail, with private station and sightseeing transfers.
For this route: The selected Suzhou garden and standard city sightseeing are budgeted. The base West Lake visit is on foot; boats, tea tastings and a return to Shanghai are extra.
Single-room supplement: From USD 300 per person for the full itinerary, added to the applicable twin-sharing group price. Solo private tours, odd-numbered groups and children receive a separate quote.
Dates and confirmation: These are planning estimates for standard-season travel, excluding Chinese public holidays, peak summer dates and major local festivals. Hotel and transport availability, room upgrades and itinerary changes can affect the price. Your dated quotation confirms the final total and inclusions before booking.
Typical Overnight Bases
Only places used by this itinerary are shown below. The final hotel list follows confirmed transport, season and room availability; upgrades and room preferences can be customized.
Shanghai 2 nights · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quoteSuzhou 1 night · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quoteHangzhou 2 nights · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quote
✓ Price Includes
The reference price budgets for the following services; your dated quotation confirms the final arrangements
5 nights in twin or double rooms: comfortable 4-star city hotels and selected local boutique or guesthouse stays; cruise cabin where specified
Daily hotel breakfast
Private arrival, departure and sightseeing transfers on the base itinerary
English-speaking local guides on scheduled sightseeing days; no full-time escort on independent leisure or rail/flight sectors
Standard admission and mandatory scenic transport for the base sightseeing program, as specified in Prices
Shanghai–Suzhou and Suzhou–Hangzhou second-class rail, with private station and sightseeing transfers.
⊘ Price Excludes
International flights and transport to the first city or from the final city; domestic flights except any allowance expressly listed in Prices
Lunches, dinners and drinks except the meals specifically included above
Optional activities, alternative excursions and upgrades identified in the route-specific price notes
Single-room supplements, extra nights, upgraded rooms and changes to the base itinerary
Personal travel insurance, entry-document costs, personal purchases and discretionary gratuities
Who Is This Tour For?
This route suits travelers interested in jiangnan & coastal journeys who want 6 days to explore Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou.
Hotel standard, walking pace and optional experiences are agreed before confirmation. Share your priorities so the final route remains practical for your group.
Travel Tips for This Itinerary
Museum and garden visits follow confirmed opening and reservation arrangements.
Tea picking is seasonal; landscape visits and tastings have different availability.
Confirm whether your final departure is from Hangzhou or Shanghai.
Check current entry requirements early with the China visa guide.
Read our practical China travel tips for packing, payments and daily preparation.
Daily hotel breakfast is included in the estimate. Other meals are included only where specified under Prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we finish in Shanghai?
Yes. A final rail and airport-transfer arrangement can be added, with timing checked against your onward flight.
Does this tour include a water town?
It focuses on Suzhou’s gardens and canals. A separate water town can replace a visit or be added with another day.
How many nights does this itinerary include?
The published 6-day route includes 5 overnight stays. The Accommodation tab lists the actual bases and night counts. Extra arrival or departure nights can be quoted separately.
What does the starting price mean?
The estimated starting price is USD 1,190 per person for four adults traveling together and sharing twin or double rooms in standard season. The Prices tab also shows estimates for two and six adults, the single-room supplement and route-specific inclusions. Send your dates for a confirmed quotation.
