Why go to Eastern China?
Shanghai, Suzhou, and Hangzhou are selected for their unique characteristics as historical and cultural cities in Eastern China. Shanghai, as an international metropolis, shows the vitality of modern China; Suzhou is famous for its gardens and ancient towns, showcasing the classical beauty of the Jiangnan water town; Hangzhou offers natural beauty and tranquil experiences with its West Lake and tea gardens. Geographically close to each other, these cities together form a rich journey from the modern to the classical, especially recommended for first-time visitors to China (safety worry-free!!).
Why travel with Trip Buddy CN?
Choosing our travel agency ensures a convenient and comfortable journey with round-trip chartered transportation and a unique high-speed train experience. We offer a transparent, all-inclusive service that covers the cost of attraction tickets, show tickets, and cultural experiences, ensuring no additional fees to worry about. Personalized services such as traditional hair ornamentation, Hanfu photoshoots, and tea tasting experiences allow you to deeply feel the charm of Chinese culture. We focus on travel quality to create a worry-free and delightful travel experience for you.
30 seconds to know route highlights
Transparent High-Quality Service: Ensuring high standards and comfort throughout the itinerary.
Rich Cultural Experiences: Special inclusions of traditional art experiences such as hair ornamentation and Hanfu photoshoots, allowing you to capture beautiful photos.
Gourmet Delights: Taking you to taste local specialty dishes such as Shanghai braised pork（红烧肉）, Suzhou squirrel-shaped mandarin fish（松鼠桂鱼）, and Hangzhou tea-smoked chicken（茶香鸡）.
In-depth Nature and Culture: The itinerary is well-paced, allowing visitors to deeply feel the natural and cultural charm of each place in a relaxed manner.
Day 1
Shanghai
Morning
Explore the charming and historical Wu Kang Road, known for its boutique shops, art galleries, and unique architecture.
Afternoon
Visit the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower for panoramic views and cultural exhibitions.
Hotel standard: 4 stars or above
Transportation duration: 2 hours
Meals: lunch and dinner included
Evening
Stroll along the Bund to admire the historical buildings and modern skyline.
Day 2
Shanghai
Morning
Visit the tranquil Jing'an Temple, a place of cultural and spiritual significance.
Afternoon
Explore the bustling City God Temple and Yu Garden, both rich in history and traditional Chinese architecture.
Evening
No arrangement. Full freedom to do citywalk in modern Shanghai.
Hotel standard: 4 stars or above
Transportation duration: 2 hours
Meals: 3 meals included
Day 3
Shanghai -- Suzhou
Hotel standard: 4 stars or above
Transportation duration: 1 hour
Meals: 3 meals included
Morning
High-Speed Train Ride: Start your journey with a swift and comfortable high-speed train ride from Shanghai to Suzhou.
Visit to the Humble Administrator's Garden (拙政园): After arriving in Suzhou, visit this famous garden, a masterpiece of classical Chinese garden design, to appreciate its serene beauty and architectural elegance.
Afternoon
Pingjiang Road Experience (including Hair Ornamentation Service): Stroll along Pingjiang Road, a picturesque street known for its traditional Suzhou atmosphere. Enjoy a traditional hair ornamentation service (簪花妆造) to immerse yourself in the local culture.
Pingtan Performance at Tang Bohu's Former Residence: In the afternoon, visit the Former Residence of Tang Bohu, a renowned figure in Chinese literature and art, and listen to a traditional Pingtan performance, which is an integral part of Suzhou's cultural heritage.
Evening
After dinner, take a leisurely walk along Shantang Street, where you can enjoy the charm of Suzhou's ancient streetscapes and shop for local souvenirs.
Day 4
Suzhou -- Hangzhou
Hotel standard: 4 stars or above
Transportation duration: 3 hours
Morning
Transit from Suzhou to Hangzhou by car. Visit West Lake and take a boat ride on its serene waters.
Afternoon
Participate in a Hanfu photoshoot at scenic spots around West Lake.
Evening
Be captivated by the epic show "Songcheng Everlasting Love" at the Songcheng Theme Park.
Meals: 3 meals included
Day 5
Hangzhou
Hotel standard: not included
Morning
Visit Lingyin Temple and experience its tranquility.
Afternoon
Hike around West Lake: Explore the Nine Creeks and Smoke Trees scenic area, with the distance tailored to the group's preference and the actual situation.
Tea Culture Experience in Longjing Village: Travel to Longjing Village to delve into the local tea culture. Participate in a tea plantation tour, learn about the history and cultivation of tea, and enjoy a tea tasting session.
Transportation duration: 1 hour
Meals: breakfast and lunch included
Evening
N/A as it is the departure day.
One-package Fee Include:
Item | Description |
|---|---|
Transportation | The entire journey includes the cost of chartered vehicle with proper formalities, encompassing seat insurance, fuel, parking fees, tolls, driver's salary, and the driver's meals and accommodation |
Accommodation | Enjoy 4 nights at Ctrip four-diamond hotels with a standard of shared twin rooms for two, including a double buffet breakfast |
Meals | Include 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 4 dinners as detailed in the daily itinerary descriptions |
Tickets | Cover all scenic spot tickets, boat tickets, and performance tickets, as well as the basic package service fees for hair ornamentation, Hanfu photography, and tea garden experiences (upgrades are available at an additional cost) |
English guide | A professional English-speaking guide will provide explanations and insights throughout the journey |
One-package Fee Exclude:
Item | Description |
|---|---|
Round-Trip Transportation | The cost of round-trip flights to and from Shanghai and Hangzhou are not included |
High-speed Train | The cost of high-speed rail second-class seats from Shanghai to Suzhou during the journey will be charged according to the actual price of the train schedule |
Accommodation | An upgrade to hotel standards or a preference for a single occupancy room is subject to a supplementary fee |
Personal Meals | Personal meals are not included in the travel itinerary (such as street snacks and beverages), estimated to cost approximately 50-100 RMB per person per day |
Experience Upgrade | For an enhanced experience, upgrading the hair ornamentation, Hanfu photography, or tea garden experience to a premium package is available at an additional cost based on market rates |
Tips | While China does not have a tipping culture, any recognition of our services through gratuity is greatly appreciated and welcomed |
How much will I refund if I want to cancel my order?*
1. If you cancel 14 days or more before the meeting date, a penalty of 5% of the total travel fee will be charged.
2. If you cancel 7-14 days before the meeting date, a penalty of 30% of the total travel fee will be charged.
3. If you cancel 3-7 days before the meeting date, a penalty of 50% of the total travel fee will be charged.
4. If you cancel within 3 days before the meeting date, a penalty of 100% of the total travel fee will be charged.
*Note: The refunded amount is subject to the transaction service fee (around 4.4% + €0.30) charged by Paypal. For example, if you paid €100 for a booking and applied to refund in 15 days, you would get €90.30 back as a qualified refund. The exact amount may vary with regard to the latest fee policy by Paypal.
How to cancel my order?
Log in and find your orders. Refer to the page description to process the cancellation. Feel free to contact us via the chat box or email tripbuddycn@outlook.com if you need assistance.
What if the event of force majeure?
Force Majeure at the Destination:
1. If it leads to the cancellation of the entire or part of the itinerary, we will refund the actual costs that have not yet occurred. However, we will not be responsible for any losses beyond this, and we ask for your understanding.
2. If it leads to changes in the itinerary, any additional costs incurred after the change will be borne by the team members with notice; if the change results in a reduction of costs, we will refund the corresponding difference to the team members.
Note: This tour group is formed at the first destination (Shanghai). If force majeure or third-party reasons at the team members' place of departure make it impossible to meet on the assembly day, team members need to make appropriate adjustments on their own. We will try our best to assist in going to the second assembly point for the meeting, but we will not bear the additional costs incurred as a result. The costs of scenic spots, activities, and accommodations that have not been participated due to the delay of the itinerary cannot be refunded. If we provide a subsequent assembly plan but the team members voluntarily give up the itinerary, the fees will be deducted according to the refund policy.
* Force majeure at the destination includes, but is not limited to: sudden riots at the destination (the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Tourism Bureau issue a red travel warning), natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, typhoons, etc., occurring on the way of the tourist route, and large-scale infectious diseases occurring at the destination.
** Third-party reasons include, but are not limited to: full capacity or suspension of flights, national policy restrictions, etc.
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