--- title: "The water town at your fingertips" description: "6 days from the Huangpu River to West Lake at your own pace: Shanghai, Zhouzhuang, Suzhou, Wuzhen and Hangzhou, with unhurried time in every water town." type: "tour" route_id: "jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d" total_days: 6 price: 1180 highlights: ["Shanghai", "Zhouzhuang", "Suzhou", "Wuzhen", "Hangzhou"] url: "https://www.lyriktrip.com/en-GB/tours/jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d" canonical_url: "https://www.lyriktrip.com/en-GB/tours/jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d" locale: "en-GB" alternates: {"en-US":"https://www.lyriktrip.com/tours/jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d","en-GB":"https://www.lyriktrip.com/en-GB/tours/jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d","zh-CN":"https://www.lyriktrip.com/zh-CN/tours/jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d","zh-TW":"https://www.lyriktrip.com/zh-TW/tours/jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d","de-DE":"https://www.lyriktrip.com/de-DE/tours/jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d","fr-FR":"https://www.lyriktrip.com/fr-FR/tours/jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d","es-ES":"https://www.lyriktrip.com/es-ES/tours/jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d","it-IT":"https://www.lyriktrip.com/it-IT/tours/jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d","x-default":"https://www.lyriktrip.com/tours/jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d"} --- # The water town at your fingertips 6 days from the Huangpu River to West Lake, exploring two water towns at your own pace 6 days from the Huangpu River to West Lake at your own pace: Shanghai, Zhouzhuang, Suzhou, Wuzhen and Hangzhou, with unhurried time in every water town. - Private tour, minimum 2 people. Lunch and dinner are at your own expense. ## Overview This itinerary retains the premium group-tour format and the complete Jiangnan arc, but the schedule is tailored to a single party of travellers. The journey begins with views of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, with one night each in Zhouzhuang and Wuzhen. Suzhou adds its classical gardens and Pingtan storytelling, while Hangzhou concludes with wetland scenery and West Lake. Full meals are not included in the package, allowing dining choices to follow the preferences of your travel companions rather than a fixed group menu. LyrikTrip Route Design Team This private itinerary departs with just two guests. Vehicle, hotel, departure date, and airport transfers are subject to written confirmation prior to payment. ## Summary - Route ID: jiangnan-at-your-pace-6d - Duration: 6 days / 5 nights - Starting price: $1,180 - Status: active - Highlights: Shanghai, Zhouzhuang, Suzhou, Wuzhen, Hangzhou - Cover image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/7dcfaff58602.png ## Hero tags - No shopping stops - Group booking conditions ## Highlight notes - Private departure for 2 guests - Main course is your choice - Chinese driver-guide ## Selling points - From airport pickup in Shanghai to final drop-off, one vehicle for the entire group throughout. - Spend one night each in Zhouzhuang and Wuzhen, so you need not leave the water towns before nightfall. - All meals are your choice, not limited by the fixed group meal menu. - Continuing the quality route's international five-star accommodation, with one night inside Wuzhen Xizha Scenic Area. ## City highlights - Shanghai (1 days): Shanghai - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/4234545a9276.webp - Zhouzhuang (1 days): Zhouzhuang - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/2d6f5756b3b6.png - Suzhou (1 days): Suzhou - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/8bb3d5363732.png - Wuzhen (1 days): Wuzhen - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/8db182da7b9c.png - Hangzhou (2 days): Hangzhou - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/95608f425efb.png ## Experiences A 6-day private Jiangnan itinerary for just 2 travellers, including a Chinese-speaking driver-guide, 5 nights' accommodation, and main entrance tickets. - The Huangpu River at Night (Shanghai): The cruise ship navigates between the historic architecture of the Bund and the Pudong skyline; as night falls, enjoy the illuminated waterfronts from the water. - Subtitle: A voyage along the river, viewing the night scenery on both banks of Shanghai - Tags: River View - Host: Shanghai, Shanghai Lens — Skyline and riverfront culture - Access: Includes a standard evening cruise ticket; private deck or exclusive access is not guaranteed. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/4234545a9276.webp - A Night in Zhouzhuang (Zhouzhuang): Take the included ancient town boat cruise, then stroll through the old streets and water alleys after dinner when the crowds thin out. - Subtitle: Return to the cobblestone alley after dinner - Tags: Water Town - Host: Suzhou, Suzhou Lens — Classical gardens and Jiangnan - Access: Includes standard admission, transfers and boat cruise; the ancient town remains open to other visitors. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/2d6f5756b3b6.png - Boat Ride and Pingtan Performance on Shantang Canal (Suzhou): Take a boat ride along the Shantang River, then enjoy a Suzhou Pingtan performance featuring traditional vocal styles and string accompaniment. - Subtitle: Enjoy a Suzhou storytelling performance after the boat ride - Tags: Quyi (Chinese Clowns & Comedians) - Host: Suzhou, Suzhou Lens — Classical gardens and Jiangnan - Access: Includes tickets and public performances within the scheduled dates; private hire is not guaranteed. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/8bb3d5363732.png - Wuzhen Xi Zha at Dawn (Wuzhen): After checking into a hotel inside the scenic area, stroll through the waterways, stone bridges, and cobbled alleys of the Western Dike at dawn the next morning. - Subtitle: Waterway moments before the crowds arrive - Tags: Water Town - Host: Wuzhen, Wuzhen Local Host — Water Town Alleys and Canal Life - Access: Take an early morning walk within the scenic area, which remains open to overnight guests. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/8db182da7b9c.png - A Boat Journey through Xixi Wetland (Hangzhou): Take a boat through select sections of the Xixi Wetland, combined with scenic-area electric shuttles to cover a broader range of the attractions. - Subtitle: Slowly exploring Hangzhou's wetlands by water - Tags: Wetland - Host: Hangzhou, Hangzhou Lens — Lake beauty and future tech - Access: Includes regular cruise and electric cart; private boats are not guaranteed. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/67e3a27878f7.png - Everlasting Romance at Song Dynasty City (Hangzhou): Seat categories for the large-scale live stage show are subject to the source itinerary and the final confirmation slip. - Subtitle: Hangzhou Grand Nighttime Stage Show - Tags: Performance - Host: Hangzhou, Hangzhou Lens — Lake beauty and future tech - Access: Includes the seating class specified in the itinerary, subject to confirmation; the performance is a public session. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/f179c6f27b61.png - Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak (Hangzhou): Walk from the Feilai Peak Buddhist rock carvings into the Lingyin Temple complex; the itinerary includes internal shuttle transfers within the scenic area. - Subtitle: Stone Carvings and Temple Courtyards of West Hill, Hangzhou - Tags: Temple - Host: Hangzhou, Hangzhou Lens — Lake beauty and future tech - Access: Includes standard admission and transfers; entry to restricted areas is not guaranteed. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/7feac0a4f9a4.png - Boat Ride on West Lake (Hangzhou): Take a cruise boat through selected waters of West Lake, then walk along Su Causeway and Huagang Pond to view the fish. - Subtitle: Hangzhou's lakeshore from the water's surface - Tags: Lakes - Host: Hangzhou, Hangzhou Lens — Lake beauty and future tech - Access: Includes standard ferry tickets; private boats are not guaranteed. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/95608f425efb.png ### Capture banner - Label: Save this itinerary - Title: Save the full itinerary to your email - Subtitle: We will include the latest hotel recommendations, host experiences, and pacing suggestions. - Placeholder: Email address - CTA: Send itinerary - Sent label: Sent ## Itinerary ### Jiangnan Water Town - 6 days Private Water Town Tour #### Shanghai (1 days) - Subtitle: Shanghai - Recommendation: From the old town's lanes to the banks of the Huangpu River, this is the urban starting point of the Jiangnan waterways. - Transport: Car - Transport mode: car Upon arrival, visit Yu Garden and Nanjing Road in sequence, and save the Huangpu River night cruise for after the lights come on. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/4234545a9276.webp, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/f9ec789a2073.png, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/79ab0d21522d.png, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/c566e79e41d0.png, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/6b98d0b018a6.png ##### Day 1: From the garden walls to the lights of the Shanghai riverfront - (transport) — Meet your driver-guide at Shanghai Pudong International Airport and take a private car to the city centre. - (sight) — Stroll through the old city streets and alleys surrounding Yu Garden. - (sight) — Stroll along Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street. - (sight) — Take an evening cruise to see the illuminated skylines of the Bund and Pudong. - (accommodation) — The specific hotel will be confirmed in writing with the tour date. #### Zhouzhuang (1 days) - Subtitle: Zhouzhuang - Recommendation: Stay in Zhouzhuang and continue to explore the ancient town by boat and at night after the daytime visitors have left. - Transport: Car - Transport mode: car Arriving in Shanghai in the afternoon, take a boat first, then, following the group's pace, enjoy a stroll through the ancient town after dinner. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/2d6f5756b3b6.png, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/cyLaR0RV.webp, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/3ZGlrBqq.webp, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/8ffe06f75f24.jpg, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/339e02c6c5d6.jpg ##### Day 2: Shanghai's Streets and Zhouzhuang by Night - (sight) — Visit the Sihang Warehouse, associated with the 1937 Battle of Shanghai. - (sight) — Take a walking tour of Wukang Road and Columbia Circle, observing modern and contemporary architecture and urban renewal. - (transport) — After lunch, depart Shanghai for Zhouzhuang in our private coach. - (sight) — Take the included cruise, then return to the old town streets after dinner. - (accommodation) — Stay near Zhouzhuang Ancient Town after the night tour. #### Suzhou (1 days) - Subtitle: Suzhou - Recommendation: Hanshan Temple, the Lingering Garden and Shantang River string together Suzhou's temples, gardens and storytelling arts. - Transport: Car - Transport mode: car In the morning, visit temples, gardens, and enjoy a Pingtan performance in Shantang Street. In the afternoon, take a coach to Wuzhen. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/8bb3d5363732.png, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/8x7tIAsz.webp, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/2bef5b36f7d7.png, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/17b0087f4a26.png, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/bf7d5dd4921c.png ##### Day 3: Suzhou Gardens, Quyi Opera & Wuzhen Water Lanes - (sight) — Visit Hanshan Temple and explore the halls, framed views, and rockery spaces of the Lingering Garden. - (sight) — Take a boat cruise along the Shantang River and enjoy a live performance of Suzhou Pingtan. - (transport) — Arrive at Wuzhen by private car transfer and check in within the West Scenic Area. - (sight) — After the optional dinner, take a stroll through Xizha at night. - (accommodation) — Stay inside Xizha Scenic Area for easy exploration the next morning. #### Wuzhen (1 days) - Subtitle: Wuzhen - Recommendation: Stay inside Xizha Scenic Area to experience both the night and morning of the water alleys. - Transport: Car - Transport mode: car After checking in, take a night cruise on the West Gate, and the next morning, walk along the waterfront lanes before the crowds arrive. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/8db182da7b9c.png, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/4odW0kLY.webp, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/c066246bdb9b.webp, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/e3e888bd1862.webp, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/892a8a08a840.png ##### Day 4: Wuzhen at Dawn and Hangzhou Waterways - (sight) — Take advantage of staying within the scenic area to take a morning stroll along the Xizha waterways. - (transport) — After the optional lunch, leave Wuzhen and take a private car to Hangzhou. - (sight) — Take a boat tour through part of Xixi Wetland and use the scenic area's electric shuttle. - (sight) — Watch the VIP seat performance of Songcheng Eternal Love, subject to the final confirmation of the show. - (accommodation) — Checking in to Hangzhou, the first of two consecutive nights. #### Hangzhou (2 days) - Subtitle: Hangzhou - Recommendation: Spend two nights connecting Xixi Wetland, Songcheng, Lingyin Temple, the tea villages, and West Lake. - Transport: Private Airport Transfer - Transport mode: car Arrive in Hangzhou via Xixi on the afternoon of the first day, and spend the second day exploring Lingyin Temple, Meijiawu, and West Lake in full. - Images: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/95608f425efb.png, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/67e3a27878f7.png, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/7feac0a4f9a4.png, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/iaR0bamU.webp, https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/af404827d295.png ##### Day 5: Temples, Tea Terraces and West Lake - (sight) — Visit the Feilai Peak stone carvings and Lingyin Temple grounds, including internal shuttle transfer within the scenic area. - (dining) — Enjoy tea tasting in Meijiawu; lunch is at guests' own choice and expense. - (sight) — Cruise part of West Lake, then stroll along Su Causeway and enjoy the 'Viewing Fish at Flower Harbour'. - (accommodation) — Accommodation for the second night in Hangzhou. ##### Day 6: Hefang Street and Return Journey - (sight) — In the morning, take a walking tour of the historic commercial street Hefang Street. - (note) — A short buffer period is kept before airport transfer. - (transport) — Take a private car to Shanghai Pudong Airport or Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport, according to the confirmed flight. ## Daily plan ### Day 1 — Shanghai: Old Town Gardens and Riverside Night Scenes by the Huangpu After meeting your Chinese-speaking driver-guide, walk from Shanghai's old town all the way to the Huangpu River. Stops and meals for the day are arranged by the same group of guests at their own pace. - Yu Garden and City God Temple Area: Begin at the halls, covered bridges, and rockeries of Yu Garden, then walk into the adjacent lanes of the old town. The garden's intimate scale meets the bustle of the commercial district, allowing you to see traditional landscaping and contemporary urban life within a single stroll. - Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street: Walk along Nanjing Road towards the Huangpu River, passing the street scenes of Shanghai's central business district and its time-honoured shops. This is a clear transition from the old town to modern Shanghai. - Huangpu River Night Cruise: After nightfall, board a cruise from Shiliupu Wharf and take in the historic buildings of the Bund and the Pudong skyline in a single view. As the boat glides along the river, the illuminated cityscape on both banks unfolds section by section. - Accommodation: Shanghai - Meals: Lunch and dinner are at your own expense; for dinner, you may refer to Shenpinhui. The recommendation does not imply a confirmed booking. ### Day 2 — Shanghai and Zhouzhuang: From Urban Memories to an Evening in an Ancient Town Spend the morning exploring Shanghai's modern and contemporary neighbourhoods, then take the group's private car to Zhouzhuang in the afternoon. Dinner and evening sightseeing can be arranged to suit the pace of your fellow travellers. - Sihang Warehouse: Visit the Sihang Warehouse, associated with the 1937 Battle of Shanghai, and learn about this chapter of Shanghai's modern history through the building itself. The preserved traces of the site ensure that history is not confined to the written word. - Wukang Road & Columbia Circle: Walk past the modern architecture of Wukang Road, then enter Columbia Circle, which has been renewed from historic buildings. Placing the two together allows a comparison of how Shanghai's neighbourhoods have evolved from old residential spaces to the present day. - Zhouzhuang Boat Ride & Night Tour: After lunch, take a private car to Zhouzhuang. First, enjoy the included boat ride across the ancient town from the river. After choosing your own dinner, walk back into the alleys and continue the evening tour along the stone bridges and waterside dwellings. - Accommodation: Near Zhouzhuang Ancient Town - Meals: Hotel breakfast; lunch and dinner at your own expense, with Kong Yiji Restaurant and Mulansu Jiangsu Cuisine as recommendations. ### Day 3 — Suzhou and Wuzhen: Temples, Gardens, Pingtan and Water Alleys Spend a day visiting Suzhou's temples, gardens, and traditional opera, then take a private car to stay in Xizha, Wuzhen. Dining is at guests' own choice, not limited to fixed group meals. - Hanshan Temple and Lingering Garden: Begin at Hanshan Temple beside the ancient canal west of Suzhou, then pass through the halls, corridors, framed views, and rockery spaces of the Lingering Garden. From temple to garden, two distinct Jiangnan spaces unfold in a single morning. - Seven-mile Shantang Canal Cruise with Suzhou Pingtan: View the riverside houses and bridges from the water of Shantang River, then listen to a live performance of Suzhou pingtan. The strings, singing, and Wu dialect transform the Suzhou seen by day into an audible memory of the city. - Wuzhen Xizha Night Tour: In the afternoon, take a private car to Wuzhen and check in at the Xizha Scenic Area. Choose your own dinner, then take a leisurely evening stroll along the waterways and bridges before returning to your accommodation within the scenic area. - Accommodation: Inside Xizha Scenic Area, Wuzhen - Meals: Hotel breakfast; lunch and dinner at your own expense. You may consider Xiangji Suzhou Cuisine and Tong'an Inn Chinese Restaurant. ### Day 4 — Wuzhen and Hangzhou: From Morning Waterways to Xixi Wetland Start the day by retracing the morning charm of Xizha from your stay within the scenic area, then take a private car into the wetland waterways of Hangzhou. End the evening with a grand stage performance. - Morning revisit of Xizha: Walk along the Xizha water alley early in the morning, passing again the bridges, river docks, and waterside houses from the night before. Staying within the scenic area saves you the hassle of re-entering, allowing you to experience a different rhythm of the ancient town before the crowds arrive. - Xixi Wetland Waterway: After an optional lunch, head to Hangzhou, where you'll take a boat tour through part of the Xixi Wetlands and use the scenic area's electric shuttle to connect between different zones. Arrive in Hangzhou from among the narrow waterways, reeds, and villages along the shore, rather than just via the city roads. - Songcheng Eternal Love: In the evening, enjoy the VIP seating performance of Songcheng Eternal Love. The show weaves together stories of Hangzhou through grand stage sets, dance, and scene changes. The exact showtime is subject to final confirmation. - Accommodation: Hangzhou, first of two consecutive nights - Meals: Hotel breakfast; lunch and dinner at your own expense, with recommendations including Minguo Era and Cuixin Garden Zhejiang Mountain Cuisine. ### Day 5 — Hangzhou: Temples, Tea Villages and the Waters of West Lake Walk from the Feilai Feng stone carvings to Meijiawu Tea Village, then look back over the hills and embankments from the waters of West Lake. Lunch is at guests' own choice and expense. - Feilai Peak and Lingyin Temple: Start with the Feilai Feng stone carvings, then enter the Lingyin Temple complex. The itinerary includes internal shuttle transport within the scenic area, with the walking focus on the relationship between the carvings, the temple spaces, and the surrounding forested hills. - Tea tasting at Meijiawu: Head to Meijiawu at noon to sample local tea in the tea village and choose your own lunch spot. Transition from the city's temples to tea fields and villages, and discover how Hangzhou's tea weaves into everyday life. - West Lake boat cruise, Su Causeway and Flower Harbour Park: Cruise through part of West Lake, identifying embankments, islets, and distant hills from the water. After disembarking, continue on foot along Su Causeway and visit Flower Harbour Park for Fish Viewing, connecting the distant views from the boat back to the close-up scenery on the shore. - Accommodation: Hangzhou, second consecutive night - Meals: Hotel breakfast; lunch and dinner at your own expense. You may consider Qizi Tea Feast and Yuexihui Seafood Private Cuisine. ### Day 6 — Hangzhou: Hefang Street & Private Airport Transfer The last morning is reserved for the old town of Hangzhou. After lunch, a private car will take you to Shanghai Pudong Airport or Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport according to your confirmed flight. - Hefang Street: Spend the morning strolling along Hefang Street, taking your time among the shops, alleyways, and traditional architecture of this historic commercial thoroughfare. It's the perfect spot for a relaxed, unhurried final stretch of city time before heading home. - Lunch and airport transfer: After choosing lunch at your leisure, a private car transfer to the airport will be arranged according to your confirmed return flight. The exact departure time will be confirmed based on the flight schedule and road conditions. - Accommodation: None - Meals: Hotel breakfast; lunch at own expense, with Huangfan'er as a reference. ## Hotels ### Sheraton Shanghai Pudong Riverside Hotel - City: Shanghai - Description: Located at the junction of the Lujiazui Financial and Trade Zone and the Jinqiao area, this luxury business hotel is close to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/exF56rPy.png - Labels: NEW, Feature Stay ### Pullman Zhouzhuang Water Moon Hotel - City: Kunshan - Description: An elegant Pullman resort adjacent to Zhouzhuang Ancient Town, offering lake views and landscaped gardens, with refined guest rooms. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/2951d06d29c5.png - Labels: NEW, Feature Stay ### Tong'an Inn, Wuzhen - City: Wuzhen - Description: A traditional waterside inn located in the Xizha Scenic Area of Wuzhen, nestled along the canal in a tranquil setting. Drift off to sleep to the gentle lapping of oars and shimmering lights, and experience the authentic charm of riverside living. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/b09c624380bc.png - Labels: NEW, Feature Stay ### Wuzhen Zhaoming Study Inn - Description: The hotel's interior design draws inspiration from the ancient Zhaoming Academy in Wuzhen, situated in the central-northern section of the West Scenic Area. Its aesthetic seamlessly integrates the cultural heritage of a classic Jiangnan water town. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/4ZNETzwz.webp ### Wuzhen Water Lane Inn - City: Wuzhen - Description: A boutique inn in the Xizha Scenic Area of Wuzhen, built along the water lanes, with grey bricks and black tiles exuding the elegance of Jiangnan. The guest rooms face the water, and you can open the window to see the river and bridges. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/3f3453e3920a.png ### Sofitel Hangzhou Yingguan - City: Hangzhou - Description: Strategically located in the heart of "Wanshi Centre", adjacent to the Riverside Central Business District and close to Hangzhou's emerging business hub, Qianjiang Century City. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/bVXETQkj.png - Labels: NEW, Feature Stay ### Hotel Indigo Hangzhou Shangcheng - City: Hangzhou - Description: Nestled within the enchanting West Lake scenic area, this property adjoins the ruins of the Southern Song imperial city, faces south toward the Qiantang River, and embraces the Bagua Tian landscape within its grounds. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/fmBaTErL.webp ### Crowne Plaza Hangzhou Qiantang - City: Hangzhou - Description: The hotel is situated in the core area of the Jinsha Lake CBD in Qiantang District, Hangzhou. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/30v3WE0O.png ### Sheraton Shanghai Waigaoqiao Hotel - City: Shanghai - Description: A five-star Sheraton hotel in the Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone, offering river views and spacious rooms, close to the Yangtze estuary and Pudong transport hub. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/klXsKlth.webp ### Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Hotel - City: Shanghai - Description: This five-star Wyndham hotel in Chuansha, Pudong, is adjacent to Shanghai Disneyland and the Wild Animal Park, with comfortable rooms and family-friendly facilities. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/lVhvZUpT.webp ### Pujin Grand Hotel, Puyuan Fashion Ancient Town - City: Jiaxing - Description: Located next to the ancient town visitor centre, this resort features a variety of guest rooms, a one-day buffet restaurant, and combines accommodation, dining, and conference facilities in one. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/itkYvvPr.webp ### Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund - Description: Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund offers river views over Pudong, walkable Nanjing Road, Aesop amenities and marble baths. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/hid1o57j.webp ### The Peninsula Shanghai - Description: The Peninsula Shanghai sits on the historic Bund along the Huangpu River, with views of the Bund, Pudong and its gardens. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/26TUUqAC.webp ### Alila Wuzhen - Description: A minimalist retreat in ancient Wuzhen, blending stone bridges, canals and Jiangnan heritage. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/gEE17Biw.webp ### Amanfayun Hangzhou - Description: A tranquil resort in a valley west of West Lake, 20 minutes from Hangzhou, with 47 Tang-era dwellings near Lingyin Temple. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/6s3FdM5b.webp ### Grand Hyatt Hangzhou - Description: Grand Hyatt Hangzhou sits on the east bank of West Lake, steps from the Hubin shopping and entertainment district. - Image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/iqQ2E6rn.webp ## Included / Excluded ### What's Included - Accommodation: 4 nights at an international five-star hotel and 1 night at a guesthouse within the West Scenic Area of Wuzhen - Vehicle with driver-guide: 6 days' use of a 7-seater Buick GL8 or similar vehicle, with a Chinese-speaking driver-guide - Admission ticket: Includes Yu Garden, Huangpu River cruise, Zhouzhuang admission with shuttle boat, Hanshan Temple, Lingering Garden, Shantang Street boat ride with Pingtan performance, Wuzhen Xizha, Xixi Wetland electric cart and boat tour, Songcheng VIP seating, and Lingyin Temple with Feilai Peak shuttle plus West Lake cruise ### Not Included - Round-trip transport: Flights between Taiwan and Mainland China - Main course: Lunch and dinner are at guests' own choice and expense; recommendations do not imply reservations. - Personal expenses: Beverages, tips, laundry, and personal purchases not listed in the itinerary ### Special Notes Vehicle, flight and venue details are confirmed based on group size and travel dates. - Vehicle size: Standard vehicle is a 7-seat Buick GL8 or equivalent. For groups of 6 or more, an upgrade to a 9-seat vehicle can be confirmed at an additional charge of CNY 200 per person. - Scheduled items: Songcheng seating and final airport transfers are subject to the confirmed tour dates and flights. ## Is Six Days Your Length? Need other days? ### 6 days 6 days allow two nights in a water town and a full day in Hangzhou; any adjustments will be quoted separately before confirmation. ## Good to Know - Group Type: Private tour, minimum 2 people - Language: Chinese driver-guide - Meals: Meals not included ## Your Private Concierge Service - Name: Jenny - Title: China Private Travel Route Consultant - Tagline: A concierge desk offering bilingual planning services for bespoke China journeys - Bio: Our China team carefully tailors the pace of the itinerary, hotel arrangements, and local reception services to suit the style of each route. - Avatar image: https://cdn.lyriktrip.com/s/4g5K6CDX.webp ### Stats - 20+ Years - 300+ Trips designed - 24/7 On-trip care ### The Conversation Every LyrikTrip journey begins with a conversation. Tell us your dates and who's coming — and if this length isn't right for you, we'll say so and shape a shorter arc. First reply within four hours; a clear price for your dates within one business day. - CTA: Start the conversation ### Step 01: Tell us what excites you Not your dates and budget — your curiosity. Where have you always wanted to go? What do you want to feel? We start there. - 24h: First concept delivered ### Step 02: We design it around you Your specialist builds the itinerary from scratch — routes, hosts, hotels, and experiences you won't find anywhere else. - 100%: Private, never off-the-shelf ### Step 03: Lock it in with 30% When the plan feels right, a 30% deposit holds your trip. Balance due 30 days before departure. - 30%: Deposit to confirm ### Step 04: Travel. We handle the rest. Your Trip Pack arrives before you fly. On the road, your concierge is one message away — for the expected and everything you didn't plan for. - 24/7: Support throughout your journey - Cancellation terms agreed in writing - English-speaking concierge - Secure payment via Stripe - CTA: Talk to Us ## Guest Reviews - Overall rating: 4.9 - Total reviews: 523 - Count label: from 523 verified reviews 4.9 / 5 ### Platforms - google: 4.9 (312 reviews) - tripadvisor: 5.0 (211 reviews) - Filter tabs: All, Google, TripAdvisor - Emily Carter (🇺🇸 Seattle, USA · 5★ · May 2026 · google): 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. - Claire Brooks (🇬🇧 London, UK · 5★ · Apr 2026 · tripadvisor): 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. - Laura Bennett (🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada · 5★ · Mar 2026 · google): 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. - Mark Henderson (🇺🇸 Denver, USA · 4★ · Feb 2026 · tripadvisor): 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. - Rebecca Miller (🇺🇸 Boston, USA · 5★ · Jan 2026 · google): Really listened to what we wanted - Really helpful team. They listened to what we wanted and delivered. Beijing and Xi'an were incredible. ## China Ready We've solved the hard parts. Here's everything a first-time Western traveller needs to know before arriving. ### VPN & Internet Access - Badge: Do this before you fly - 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. ### Paying in China - Badge: Your concierge sets this up on Day 1 - 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: Your deposit and balance are charged via Stripe — the same trusted platform used by Airbnb and Booking.com. USD billing, no surprise conversion fees. ### Visa & Entry - Badge: We handle the paperwork - 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. ### Safety & Practical Tips - Badge: Our responsibility, always - 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. ### How private is this tour? The vehicle and itinerary are exclusively for accompanying guests, with a minimum departure requirement of 2 people. ### Are lunch and dinner included? Not included. Meals are chosen and paid for by guests themselves; the driver-guide can offer suggestions, but there will be no forced shopping or dining stops. ### What type of vehicle is used? Standard use of a 7-seat Buick GL8 or similar. For groups of 6 or more, an upgrade to a 9-seat vehicle can be confirmed at an additional cost of CNY 200 per person. ### Does this include round-trip flights to and from Taiwan? Not included; the quoted price covers local reception services only.