Day 1: Shanghai · Memories of Yuyuan Garden → Suzhou · Exploring Classical Gardens
In the bustling heart of Shanghai, stepping through the gate of Yuyuan Garden feels like entering another era.Experiencing the elegant Jiangnan heritage that rooted Shanghai long before it became an international metropolis.
In the afternoon, take a bullet train to Suzhou ,As you enter the Humble Administrator’s Garden,you’ll instantly understand why Suzhou’s gardens are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
After,wandering through the well-preserved Pingjiang Road Historic District. Underfoot are millennia-old stone-paved paths.watching as lanterns gradually illuminate the waterway—transforming the river into a flowing nocturnal symphony of Jiangnan.
Day2:Suzhou · Sailing Shadows of Tiger Hill → Hangzhou · Sunset Glow over West Lake
We have specially arranged a rowing boat ride through the waterways beneath Tiger Hill, allowing you to admire this “Foremost Mountain in Wu” from a unique aquatic perspective.
In the afternoon, take the high-speed train to Hangzhou,Upon arrival, we will begin exploring West Lake from its most poetic site,the Su Causeway. This lush green ribbon-like embankment, originally constructed under the direction of the poet Su Shi, gracefully strings together the misty expanse of the lake's shimmering waters.
Day 3: Hangzhou · Morning in the Tea Mountains → Shanghai · Echoes of the Metropolis
we will drive to Longjing Village, the core production area of West Lake Longjing tea. Stroll through the terraced tea gardens. Local tea farmers will demonstrate the traditional frying techniques of Longjing tea—“shaking, pressing, sliding, and flattening”—allowing you to savour this year’s freshly harvested pre-Qingming tea and immerse yourself in an authentic Eastern aesthetic experience.
In the afternoon, return to Shanghai. As you stand by the Huangpu River, you will witness the century-old architectural gallery of the Bund on one side, a testament to Shanghai’s modern history, while across the river, the soaring skyscrapers of Lujiazui showcase the vibrant energy of contemporary China.
*For reference only, the itinerary is subject to changes in sequence and will be confirmed after payment.
