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Overview
Most Chinese itineraries save the freshest highlights for the end, treating them as an epilogue. This route devotes three nights and a full city to them. The journey begins in Shanghai—ancient walled towns, plane-lined streets of the former concessions, and the skyscrapers on the other side of the river, all woven together within a single afternoon. The itinerary then heads south by rail through the delta, finally arriving in Shenzhen: a city of markets where components, prototypes, and finished machines are categorised by floor, self-driving cars operating on real public routes, and galleries chronicling four decades of urban development. By the morning of the final day, you will no longer find all this futuristic, for you will have seen with your own eyes how people created it.
— LyrikTrip Travel Designer
Share your travel dates, number of passengers, and passport details with us. We will verify entry requirements and departure flights from Shenzhen, and list the hotels and ground arrangements in Suzhou and Hangzhou in your written itinerary.
Why you'll love this trip
- The country at work. Bund towers, a commuter ferry, an electronics market, a drone showroom, with English-speaking guides city by city.
- 10 days from a rowing boat on a canal to a car with no driver. See who builds it.
- On your final morning in Shanghai, glide through a canal town by punt before walking beneath the very stone arches you once passed underneath. Here, water and bridges once formed the entire transport system — and they still serve that purpose today.
- As night falls, stand on the Bund with your guide: on one side, the historic riverside architectural ensemble; on the other, the towering skyscrapers of Pudong, the city gazing across the water.
- Cross the Huangpu River on the commuter ferry locals use, standing by the railing alongside the commuters and their e-bikes rather than on the observation deck.
- In Shenzhen, hop into a car with no driver and watch the steering wheel guide itself through the traffic. The fare is included in your quote; however, whether it operates is up to the service provider, not us. If the service is not running that day, the cost will be deducted from your quote.
- Accompanied by a guide, explore Huaqiangbei floor by floor. The guide will explain each level for you: the first floor is for individual components, the next is for prototypes, and the levels above are for finished devices.
- In the Planning Hall of Shenzhen, one reads a city’s self-narrative through models and maps, for the ground is where the narrative truly matters.
- Stay three consecutive nights each in Shanghai and Shenzhen, with a one-night stop in Suzhou and two nights in Hangzhou in between; two high-speed rail segments connect the cities of the Jiangnan region.
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Arrivals
Shanghai · Day 1 - Day 3
· Land in Shanghai
Your driver meets your flight, whatever time it lands. Nothing else is asked of you today.
· The old city, the objects, the river
A Ming garden in the morning, a floor of bronzes after lunch, two skylines after dark. Day two puts four hundred years of the city in order before you have to think about it.
· Under the plane trees, then across the water
A low, quiet morning in the streets the towers never reached. The afternoon crossing is the one every local makes.
High-speed rail
Suzhou · Day 4
· A canal town, then the train
The last Shanghai morning goes to the water it was built on. By mid-afternoon the delta is running past the window.
High-speed rail
Hangzhou · Day 5 - Day 6
· Suzhou Water Alleys, High-Speed Rail to Hangzhou
Spend the morning in Suzhou, then travel by high-speed rail to Hangzhou. The waterways and lanes connecting the two cities gently lead you to the next chapter of your journey.
· Slow down in Hangzhou
Stay in the same city today, letting your footsteps wander along the banks of West Lake and the nearby lanes.
Flight
Shenzhen · Day 7 - Day 10
· South to Shenzhen
A flight afternoon, and the day the route changes its subject. You go to sleep in a city that is forty years old.
· Nobody in the driver's seat
One car with no driver in the morning, one market with everything in it after lunch. Today is the day the word "made" stops being an abstraction.
· The maker and the map
Spend the morning exploring drone products at the DJI flagship store, then head to the Urban Planning Exhibition Centre in the afternoon to see how Shenzhen balances industry with quality of life.
· Between the Coast and the Old Town
If flight times permit, take a stroll through Shekou or Nantou Ancient City before heading to the airport.
Departures
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Hotels
These are sample stays typically included in the itinerary. Final pricing depends on the hotel level selected.
Shanghai
Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai (Shanghai International Resort)
Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai: a luxurious garden hotel adjacent to Pudong Airport and Disneyland, offering a complimentary shuttle service to both.
Hangzhou
Four Seasons Hotel West Lake Hangzhou
Nestled in the far north-west corner of West Lake — along Lingyin Road — with lake views and mountain-facing gardens, this residence sits as quietly as it commands the view.
Shanghai
Ruizhenmeili Hotel (Shanghai City Centre, The Bund)
Nestled along the Suzhou Creek on Beijing East Road, enjoy breathtaking views of the Shanghai Bund.
Suzhou
Suzhou Zhonghui Pullman Hotel
Situated in the financial hub of Xiangcheng District with excellent transport links, offering easy access to key commercial areas and tourist attractions across Suzhou.
Shanghai
Pullman Shanghai Zhonggang Hui Hotel
The Pullman Shanghai South Harbour, located in Dapuqiao and adjacent to Tianzifang, is just steps away from Metro Line 9 and the Expo site.
Shenzhen
Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen
Locatted in the Futian CBD, close to major landmarks and metro lines. Featuring over 500 elegant guest rooms and suites with exclusive executive floor services.
Hangzhou
Hyatt Regency Hangzhou
Hangzhou Grand Hyatt Hotel, located on Hubin Road, frames the eastern shoreline of West Lake as a vista from every guest room.
Suzhou
Wyndham Garden Suzhou
Gusu Ancient City, Guanqian Street — close to the Humble Administrator's Garden and Pingjiang Road, with a metro station approximately 300 metres away.
Shanghai
Atour S Hotel Shanghai Hongqiao Centre Aegean
Located in the Aegean Sea Shopping Park at the intersection of Zhongguo Road and Hongjing Road in the Golden Business District of Hongqiao Town, with direct access to Longbai Xincun Station on Metro Line 10.
Shanghai
Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai (Shanghai International Resort)
Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai: a luxurious garden hotel adjacent to Pudong Airport and Disneyland, offering a complimentary shuttle service to both.
Hangzhou
Four Seasons Hotel West Lake Hangzhou
Nestled in the far north-west corner of West Lake — along Lingyin Road — with lake views and mountain-facing gardens, this residence sits as quietly as it commands the view.
Shanghai
Ruizhenmeili Hotel (Shanghai City Centre, The Bund)
Nestled along the Suzhou Creek on Beijing East Road, enjoy breathtaking views of the Shanghai Bund.
Suzhou
Suzhou Zhonghui Pullman Hotel
Situated in the financial hub of Xiangcheng District with excellent transport links, offering easy access to key commercial areas and tourist attractions across Suzhou.
Shanghai
Pullman Shanghai Zhonggang Hui Hotel
The Pullman Shanghai South Harbour, located in Dapuqiao and adjacent to Tianzifang, is just steps away from Metro Line 9 and the Expo site.
Shenzhen
Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen
Locatted in the Futian CBD, close to major landmarks and metro lines. Featuring over 500 elegant guest rooms and suites with exclusive executive floor services.
Hangzhou
Hyatt Regency Hangzhou
Hangzhou Grand Hyatt Hotel, located on Hubin Road, frames the eastern shoreline of West Lake as a vista from every guest room.
Suzhou
Wyndham Garden Suzhou
Gusu Ancient City, Guanqian Street — close to the Humble Administrator's Garden and Pingjiang Road, with a metro station approximately 300 metres away.
Shanghai
Atour S Hotel Shanghai Hongqiao Centre Aegean
Located in the Aegean Sea Shopping Park at the intersection of Zhongguo Road and Hongjing Road in the Golden Business District of Hongqiao Town, with direct access to Longbai Xincun Station on Metro Line 10.
Shanghai
Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai (Shanghai International Resort)
Royal Garden Hotel Shanghai: a luxurious garden hotel adjacent to Pudong Airport and Disneyland, offering a complimentary shuttle service to both.
Hangzhou
Four Seasons Hotel West Lake Hangzhou
Nestled in the far north-west corner of West Lake — along Lingyin Road — with lake views and mountain-facing gardens, this residence sits as quietly as it commands the view.
Shanghai
Ruizhenmeili Hotel (Shanghai City Centre, The Bund)
Nestled along the Suzhou Creek on Beijing East Road, enjoy breathtaking views of the Shanghai Bund.
Suzhou
Suzhou Zhonghui Pullman Hotel
Situated in the financial hub of Xiangcheng District with excellent transport links, offering easy access to key commercial areas and tourist attractions across Suzhou.
Shanghai
Pullman Shanghai Zhonggang Hui Hotel
The Pullman Shanghai South Harbour, located in Dapuqiao and adjacent to Tianzifang, is just steps away from Metro Line 9 and the Expo site.
Shenzhen
Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen
Locatted in the Futian CBD, close to major landmarks and metro lines. Featuring over 500 elegant guest rooms and suites with exclusive executive floor services.
Hangzhou
Hyatt Regency Hangzhou
Hangzhou Grand Hyatt Hotel, located on Hubin Road, frames the eastern shoreline of West Lake as a vista from every guest room.
Suzhou
Wyndham Garden Suzhou
Gusu Ancient City, Guanqian Street — close to the Humble Administrator's Garden and Pingjiang Road, with a metro station approximately 300 metres away.
Shanghai
Atour S Hotel Shanghai Hongqiao Centre Aegean
Located in the Aegean Sea Shopping Park at the intersection of Zhongguo Road and Hongjing Road in the Golden Business District of Hongqiao Town, with direct access to Longbai Xincun Station on Metro Line 10.
Included / Excluded
What's Included
- Private vehicleLocal vehicle arrangements for sightseeing and transfers in Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou and Shenzhen have been specified, including airport pickup in Shanghai on Day 1, station drop-off in Shanghai on Day 4, airport drop-off in Hangzhou and airport pickup in Shenzhen on Day 7, and airport drop-off in Shenzhen on Day 10. The specific vehicle type and transfer times are subject to the written order.
- Intercity transportThe high-speed rail journey from Shanghai to Suzhou on Day 4, from Suzhou to Hangzhou on Day 5, and the domestic flight from Hangzhou to Shenzhen on Day 7 are all included in the base price. Travel is in second class by rail and economy class by air; specific train numbers and cabin allocations are subject to the written quote. Checked baggage allowance is subject to the policies of the airline selected.
- HotelsThe base price of US$3,270 includes nine nights' accommodation throughout the itinerary: three nights in Shanghai, one night in Suzhou, two nights in Hangzhou, and three nights in Shenzhen. Specific hotels and room types are subject to the written booking confirmation. Breakfast at the six hotels in Shanghai and Shenzhen is included; breakfast arrangements for the Suzhou and Hangzhou legs are per the booking confirmation.
- GuideSightseeing days in Shanghai and Shenzhen are accompanied by English-speaking guides, including the evening on the Bund on Day 2; the listed on-the-ground sightseeing services in Suzhou and Hangzhou are included in the base price, with specific guide hours subject to the written itinerary.
- Tickets & experiences, ShanghaiYu Garden with the old city, admission included · Shanghai Museum, with timed reservation booked by us · Former French Concession with Wukang Road, walking, no admission · Huangpu River ferry, fare included · The Bund with the Pudong skyline in the evening, guide accompanied, no admission · Zhujiajiao on the morning of day four: rowing boat ride, Kezhi Garden admission, and Fangsheng Bridge walk
- Tickets & experiences, ShenzhenDay 8: One ride in a self-driving taxi (fares included) with a guided walking tour of Huaqiangbei; Day 9: Visit to the DJI flagship store and admission and reservation for the Shenzhen Urban Planning Exhibition Centre; Day 10: A leisurely stroll in either Shekou or Nantou Ancient Town, subject to flight schedules. All arrangements listed above are included in the base price.
- Robotaxi availabilityThe ride is included in the base price, and the operator, not us, decides whether the service runs on the day. Each order is rechecked before departure and the result is provided to you in writing. Where the recheck shows that the service will not run, the ride is removed from the plan and its amount is deducted from that order; no substitute and no rebooking are promised in advance.
- Meals6 hotel breakfasts are clearly included: Days 2–4 in Shanghai, and Days 8–10 in Shenzhen; breakfast arrangements for the Suzhou and Hangzhou hotels are subject to the written itinerary.
- Other servicesBottled drinking water on listed touring days. Travel accident insurance for the duration of the journey
Not Included
- International flightsFlights into Shanghai and out of Shenzhen
- Connecting flight from ShenzhenIf your order departs China from Hong Kong or Guangzhou instead of Shenzhen, you are responsible for covering any cross-border vehicle, transit formalities, and subsequent ticket costs.
- VisaVisa fees and processing procedures for guests requiring a Chinese visa
- DiningIn addition to hotel breakfasts listed, lunch and dinner are to be selected and paid for by you; breakfast arrangements at Su and Hang hotels are subject to the written order.
- Cabin upgradeRail first-class or business-class seats and premium cabin airfare, which are quoted separately upon selection
- Optional add-onsSelected items are priced separately; the base itinerary does not include any optional items. The currently available optional item on this route is the Shanghai Tower Observation Deck.
- IndividualGratuities, single room supplements or extra bed fees, personal expenses
Special Notes
A few things on this route follow a contract, a calendar or an operator's confirmation. Here they are, told straight.
- Itinerary in Suzhou and Hangzhou — This 10-day itinerary is bookable. From US$3,270, the price includes one night's accommodation in Suzhou, two nights in Hangzhou, and the listed ground services for both cities. Specific hotels, vehicle arrangements, guide schedules, and sightseeing activities will be detailed in the written itinerary corresponding to your travel dates. Any additional items you choose will be quoted separately.
- Days four to seven — On Day 4, you will arrive in Suzhou by high-speed rail; on Day 5, you will travel to Hangzhou by high-speed rail; on Day 6, you will remain in Hangzhou; and on Day 7, you will fly to Shenzhen. The two high-speed rail segments, the domestic flight, three nights' accommodation in Suzhou and Hangzhou, and the specified local ground services are included in the base price.
- The robotaxi ride — in your price, and not a promise about the day. The operator decides whether the service runs. Your order is rechecked before departure and you get the result in writing; if it will not run, the ride comes out of the plan and its amount comes off your order. We do not promise a substitute or a rebooking in advance.
- Cabin class — High-speed rail is booked in second-class seats; domestic flights in economy class. Specific schedules and cabin classes will be detailed in the written quote. Cabin upgrades are quoted separately.
- Entry Requirements — Guests are not pre-excluded by passport nationality. Visa requirements, including eligibility for visa-free or transit visa-free entry, must be verified case by case based on the passport held, port of entry, length of stay, and departure itinerary.
- Leaving from Shenzhen — Day 10 includes transfer to Shenzhen Airport by default; please verify your specific flight details against your travel date. If you prefer to depart from Hong Kong or Guangzhou, an alternative connection can be arranged. Cross-border or intercity transport and onward tickets are not included in the base price.
- Visa window — Visa-exemption policies and their validity periods may vary depending on your travel dates. Please provide your passport details and complete entry and exit plans before payment, so we can verify the applicable official requirements at that time.
- The national holiday week — Demand for train tickets, flights, and hotels is high during the National Day holiday. Please provide specific travel dates. Final details are subject to written quotations and actual availability.
- Shanghai Museum reservation — Entry is by timed slot and the booking system carries limited English, so we book your slot with the details on your confirmation.
- On the Bund after dark — People do approach visitors on the waterfront with invitations to practise English or to go for tea, and those invitations end at a bill. Your guide is with you for the whole evening, which is the simplest answer to it.
- Confirmation and changes — Every written quote states the confirmation deadline and change/cancellation terms. The itinerary includes two high-speed rail journeys and one domestic flight; changes may affect rail tickets, airfares, and hotel bookings simultaneously, subject to the order terms.
Is Ten Days Your Length?
Fewer than ten days?
Fewer than ten days?
The two ends come apart cleanly. Shanghai with Zhujiajiao stands on its own, and so does the Shenzhen half; the delta in the middle is the part that shortens. Tell us your dates and who is coming, and we cut days rather than cut the pace.
Good to Know
- Group
- Private, just your party. From 1 guest. No fixed maximum party size.
- Pace
- Four cities in 10 days: Shanghai 3 nights, Suzhou 1, Hangzhou 2, Shenzhen 3. Two rail legs and one flight, with one day in Hangzhou that does not move at all
- Effort
- Level ground throughout, no altitude and no climbs. The walking days are the market floors, the old lanes and the canal town
- Ports
- Shanghai in, Shenzhen out; airport pickup on day one and drop-off on day ten. Where no suitable direct service exists out of Shenzhen, the order leaves through Hong Kong or Guangzhou, arranged on request and quoted separately
- Visas
- Check visa or visa-free conditions individually against your passport, port of entry, length of stay, and departure plan. Guests holding US passports may also request advice.
- Language
- English-speaking local guides are provided for the sightseeing days in Shanghai and Shenzhen; the guide hours for Suzhou and Hangzhou are subject to the written itinerary, and all listed ground services are included in the base price.
- Payment
- Minimum of 1 guest. Secure your dates with a 10% deposit (minimum USD 399); the balance is due 14 days before departure. Hotel and cancellation terms are subject to the written booking.
- Season
- Scheduling is subject to travel dates; for holiday tickets, flights, hotels, and entry conditions, please refer to the written confirmation for each specific trip.
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When the plan feels right, a 30% deposit holds your trip. Balance due 30 days before departure.
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Guest Reviews
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Emily Carter
🇺🇸 Seattle, USA
Perfect for couples
“My partner and I had an amazing time in China. Everything was arranged for us — transfers, hotels, guides. No stress at all.”
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Claire Brooks
🇬🇧 London, UK
Great for families
“Traveled with my two kids and had zero issues. The team made sure the pace wasn't too rushed and included things the kids would enjoy. Communication was easy throughout. Will definitely use them again for our next Asia trip.”
Apr 2026
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Laura Bennett
🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada
Alisa made the whole experience easy
“Alisa was our point of contact throughout and she was brilliant — patient, knowledgeable, and always quick to reply. The trip itself was wonderful. Beijing and Guilin were highlights.”
Mar 2026
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Mark Henderson
🇺🇸 Denver, USA
Good service, minor hiccup but sorted quickly
“Really good service. There was a small mix-up with one of our restaurant bookings but it got sorted quickly. The rest of the trip was seamless.”
Feb 2026
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Rebecca Miller
🇺🇸 Boston, USA
Really listened to what we wanted
“Really helpful team. They listened to what we wanted and delivered. Beijing and Xi'an were incredible.”
Jan 2026
China Ready
We've solved the hard parts. Here's everything a first-time Western traveller needs to know before arriving.
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VPN & Internet Access
What's blocked
Google, Gmail, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, and most Western news sites are inaccessible in China without a VPN.
Download before you leave
It's nearly impossible to download a VPN once inside China. Install and test at home. Recommended: Astrill (most reliable), Mullvad, ExpressVPN — subscribe to at least two in case one stops working.
Hotel Wi-Fi tip
Some hotels block VPN connections on their Wi-Fi. Use your phone's mobile data as a hotspot if the VPN drops.
Good news
WhatsApp works perfectly through a VPN, so your messaging stays unchanged. Apple iMessage and Signal also work.
Your concierge sets this up on Day 1
Paying in China
China is cashless
Alipay and WeChat Pay are used for almost everything — restaurants, taxis, markets, tickets. Cash is rarely accepted in cities.
International cards now work
Foreign Visa/Mastercard can now link directly to Alipay (set up in minutes, $5,000 single transaction limit). Your concierge walks you through the setup on your first morning.
Carry some cash
We recommend ¥500–800 RMB in cash for the rare vendor that won't accept digital payment, and for small towns.
Booking this trip
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Visa & Entry
Do you need a visa?
Most US, UK, EU, Australian, Canadian, and New Zealand passport holders need a tourist (L) visa for stays over 10 days. We provide a visa invitation letter with every booking — it significantly speeds up approval.
240-hour visa-free transit
Citizens of 55+ countries (including USA, UK, most of EU, AUS, NZ, Canada) can enter China visa-free for up to 10 days if transiting through eligible ports. This covers our 12-day itinerary only if you have a confirmed onward flight.
Processing time
Apply 4–6 weeks before departure. Standard processing: 4–7 business days. Express (3 days) and same-day options available at most Chinese consulates.
What we provide
Visa invitation letter, hotel confirmation for all nights, suggested itinerary document — everything the consulate needs, formatted correctly.
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Safety & Practical Tips
Is China safe?
China consistently ranks among the safest countries for foreign tourists. Violent crime against visitors is extremely rare. Cities have extensive CCTV coverage and a visible police presence.
Emergency numbers
Police: 110. Ambulance: 120. Your concierge is your first call for any non-emergency situation — she has local contacts for every city on the itinerary.
Health & medications
Bring a full supply of any prescription medication. International pharmacies exist in major cities but may not carry your brand. Travel insurance is required — we can recommend policies that cover China specifically.
Language
English fluency outside hotels and tourist sites is limited. Your guides all speak English. We provide a printed pocket card with essential Chinese phrases and emergency contacts for every traveller.
Before You Book
Everything worth knowing before you book.
Because three of the ten days are not contracted. Suzhou and Hangzhou have no ground handling on our side: no vehicle, no guide, no admissions, no hotel. We are not going to sell you four days we cannot deliver, so the route takes no orders and no deposits until both cities hold contracted, bookable ground handling and are named in the inclusions. Everything in Shanghai and Shenzhen, and all three intercity legs, are settled and written out above. Tell us your dates now and we will write to you on the day the route opens.
It is a public service run by an operator on real city routes, and we book it against your date in advance. We cannot guarantee it, because whether the service runs that day is the operator's decision, not ours. So we recheck your order before you travel and tell you the result in writing; if it will not run, the ride comes out of the plan and its amount comes off your order. What holds either way: the Huaqiangbei walk the same day, with your guide reading the market floor by floor, and the planning hall the next day, neither of which depends on an operator.
Not this one. Shenzhen currently has no direct air service to the United States, so a route that ends in Shenzhen does not stand for US guests, and we do not sell it to the US market rather than quietly leaving you to solve the flight home. If you want this subject matter, tell us and we will say plainly what a version on a different departure gateway would take: it would be a different product and would go through compliance review again.
It depends on what you came for. This route is built for looking at how the country works now, so it spends its time on the things that are actually running: a market that supplies factories, a car on a public driverless route, a company's own shop floor, a hall that keeps the record of a city's plan. Behind all four sits the older Shanghai the money for it came through. If what you want is the first-trip set, the Great Wall, the Terracotta Warriors and the pandas, say so and we will point you at the routes that carry them.
Shenzhen has full direct service to France, Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium. It also has full direct service to Italy, Spain, Portugal and Greece. If that is your way home, the airport drop-off on day ten is included in your price. Direct points out of Shenzhen are limited for the UK. The same applies to the Nordic countries with Central Europe and Ireland, and to Canada with Australia and New Zealand, so we check the timetable for your exact departure date before you book. Where nothing suitable flies, your order leaves China via Hong Kong or Guangzhou instead: the overland crossing to Hong Kong takes about 40 to 60 minutes, we book it on request, and it is quoted separately rather than included in your base price.
