For visitors who first come to China for sightseeing
Day 1. Arrive at the Putong airport and check in your desired hotel
Day 2 Shanghai City tour
Shanghai has been appropriately called the "Paris of the Orient" and the "Pearl of China." More than any other Chinese city, images of Shanghai are most recognizable in the West. This large and prosperous city heralds the future of China itself. Shanghai is the economic, financial and cultural center of this deeply historic country, and the gateway to many must-see destinations in eastern China.
You begin with a visit to the Jade Buddha Temple with its priceless jade statue from Burma. Then, we visit the Shanghai Museum of Ancient Chinese Art, holding a collection of more than 120,000 precious and rare works in 21 categories making it the most remarkable cultural institution in the city.
The tour then stops along the Bund on Shanghai's waterfront, showcasing pre-1949 architecture. Here you'll tour the Bund History Museum and learn of the area's cultural and economic history. After lunch, it's on to your afternoon destinations. First stop will be the South China Silk Factory, one of the best places in Asia to buy silk fashions and handmade quilts. Next, you'll stroll around Yuyuan Garden, a classic creation of the Ming Dynasty, and Shanghai Old Street, that originated in th
e Qing Dynasty. Your return drive will take you through Shanghai's fashionable and charming French Concession district with its glorious houses and villas along with great shops and restaurants.
Then on to our last stop, Xin Tian Di, a stylish night-life district with many boutiques, pubs, and restaurants. You have time on your own here, or can continue back to your hotel with the group.
Tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, air-conditioned coach or a private car, transportation tax, parking fees, English-speaking guide.
Day 3 Suzhou City Tour
Suzhou is one of the oldest towns in the Yangtze basin, founded in about 600 BC. With its interconnected waterways and beautiful environment, the city is often referred as "The Venice of the East." Suzhou was one of the few city's in China to escape the ravages of the cultural revolution and its famous gardens survived almost intact. It is the gardens here, which are the most famous attraction in the city. The gardens embody the harmonious principles of Chinese garden construction which dictate that gardens should attempt to create a microcosm of the universe in a confined space.
Upon arrival in Suzhou, the first stop is Net Master Garden, the best and most celebrated as a model Ming Dynasty Garden in all of Suzhou. Then it's on to view the Ancient City Wall, the Grand Canal, and a tour of a silk spinning factory to see how Chinese silk has been produced since the 14th century. After lunch, you will visit some other private gardens or parks at downtown.
Late in the afternoon you can get board the car or coach to return to your hotel in Shanghai.
Tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, air-conditioned coach or a private car, transportation tax, tolls, parking fees, English-speaking guide.
Day 4 Hangzhou City tour
Once Described by Marco Polo as "the most beautiful and magnificent city in the world," Hangzhou has helped make itself one of the leading tourist attractions in all of China. It is a city rich with history and culture, spanning back over 2000 years. The city has had this name for itself ever since the sixth century, when the Grand Canal opened up and linked the area to other centers of water trade. The Song dynasty helped to make Hang Zhou famous when the imperial family moved there in the 12th Century. With its inviting views and outstanding scenery, the area soon became popular with numerous artists, poets and painters seeking inspiration in this little bit of "paradise."
A 2.5 hours high way drive will take you to the city of Hangzhou. You will first cruise across the West Lake to view unforgettable scenery such as the Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, the Bai and Su causeways, and Solitary Hill. The boat ride will be end at the Fish & Flower harbor. For lunch the local cuisine of sweet and sour fish is strongly suggested, just have a try. The flavor will impresses you deeply. In the afternoon you will also see Tiger Running Dream Spring, one of the nicest parks in Hangzhou, filled with tea houses, stunning trees and pavilions. The next destination is to visit Hu Pharmacy, which was a very typical Chinese pharmacy founded during Ming Dynasty. Finally, a visit to Meijia Tea Village where to learn more about the history of Chinese tea and tea making process. In the evening you have a chance to watch a very typical Chinese show about historic development of Hangzhou and the nearby areas. Tell your guide and she will buy you the showĄŻs entrance.
Tonight you can stay at a 4 star hotel near or by the lake.
Tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, air-conditioned coach, transportation tax, tolls, parking fees, English-speaking guide, Lunch, all admission fees, and West Lake cruise ticket
From then on, you can either go further to Yellow Mountain or back to Shanghai.
Please consult to http://www.shanghai-huangshan.net for more info.
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