Top Eastern China Day Trips

Appreciate China’s provincial delights without the hassle of planning or logistics, during a full-day tour of two charming traditional towns from Shanghai. With English- and Mandarin-speaking guides to provide enriching commentary, stroll amid the botanical beauty of Suzhou’s gorgeous gardens; see the Grand Canal; visit the Panmen Gate and Suzhou Silk Museum; and cruise along the waterways of Zhouzhuang on a Chinese-style gondola.

Your Wuzhen water town tour begins with coach pickup from your Hangzhou hotel. After 1.5 hours' ride, you will arrive at Wuzhen . Stop at the Hundred-Bed Museum (Zhao Hall), the first museum in China to collect and exhibit ancient beds of the Yangtze River delta area. See the luxurious carvings and elaborate designs on these antique beds and listen as your expert guide shares stories reflecting this unique cultural account of ancient Chinese civilization. Later on visit the Sanbai Wine Workshop, the only remaining winery in Wuzhen, built during the Song Dynasty. Brewing liquor was a huge industry in Wuzhen during the Ming Dynasty. There were over 20 distilleries in operation at the time. Witness how wine is made using traditional techniques. Afterwards visit the Hongyuan Thai dye house to see the time-honored art of making indigo-dyed printed calico. Wuzhen is one of the principal sources of this flower-printed blue cloth.

Escape the bustle of modern Shanghai on this private guided day trip to Suzhou, a picturesque riverside city famed for its centuries-old heritage. Your package includes round-trip bullet train tickets, transfers in both Shanghai and Suzhou, and a local lunch. Upgrade to the all-inclusive package which offers a scenic boat ride along the Grand Canal, a rickshaw ride through history-packed Pingjiang Road, and entrance to one of Suzhou’s famous gardens.

It’s a matter of debate which of Suzhou and Zhouzhuang really counts as the Venice of the East. But after this fabulous private door-to-door (or port-to-port) tour you’re bound to have an opinion. Spend the morning in Suzhou, exploring the Master-of-Nets Garden, Suzhou Silk Museum, and Panmen Gate. After a restaurant lunch, admire Zhouzhuang’s scenic bridges, lanes, and canals on foot and by gondola.

Train is the quickest way to reach Hangzhou from Shanghai. Pair the comforts of a private day trip, including transport, a guide, lunch at a tea farm or a local restaurant, a boat trip, a scenic hike, and more, with the speed of a Chinese bullet train on this convenient day out. Choose between first-class, business-class, and second-class tickets, and upgrade to include round-trip transfers from your downtown Shanghai address.

Depart from Hangzhou city in the morning or afternoon to discover the beauty of Wuzhen Water Village (in Zhejiang province). Explore the 1,300-year-old Water town, stroll around the alleyways, bridges, classic old houses and take a relax boat on the water canals. This tour includes all transfers and entrance fees and you can upgrade to include lunch or dinner.

See beautiful Chinese Gardens and experience local culture of Suzhou on a fully customized sightseeing day trip from Nanjing by bullet train. You can choose the attractions you visit and the places you see, such as Humble Administrator's Garden, Tiger Hill, Panmen Gate, Jinji Lake and etc.. Take a boat ride along the old Grand Canal or walk along on the historic Pingjiang Road and Shantang Street to experience the local life. A tasty local lunch, round trip bullet train tickets, private guide and driver service are included. Upgrade to All-Inclusive Tour Package with boat ride ticket and one top attraction entrance ticket at time of booking.

Enjoy a great fun day excursion to visit the two celebrated water towns Wuzhen and Xitang from Hangzhou. Enjoy the ease and convenience of the private transfer and travel with your own professional driver in the air-conditioned vehicle. Explore both towns at your own pace. Exclusive private door to door transfer only for you and your travel party. Flexible departure time base on your own travel schedule.

Say goodbye to language hassles and hello to two of eastern China’s most beautiful ancient water towns on this door-to-door private full-day tour from Shanghai. Stroll cobbled paths and ancient bridges in 1,300-year-old Wuzhen, enjoy a leisurely cruise, and feast on a local lunch. Then transfer to historic Xitang for a spectacular sunset, a riverside dinner, and a walk through timeless streets.

With little English spoken, Hangzhou can be hard to navigate independently. Let your private guide take the strain on a day trip to the city by high-speed bullet train, with a personal driver to ensure you cover sufficient ground. Tour West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Qinghefang Ancient Street, Leifeng Pagoda, and the Longjing tea plantations as your guide explains the city’s rich history. Please note: Tour includes entrance fees.

Visit highlights of Suzhou including the Humble Administrator's Garden,Suzhou old town and Tongli water town with this private day tour from Shanghai. You will be picked up and dropped off from your Shanghai hotel.

One of China’s best-known ancient towns, Wuzhen Water Town offers more than just beauty. Spend the day admiring the ancient architecture of the "Venice of the East" and stopping at a myriad of fascinating museums, if you choose. Tuck into a tasty lunch at a riverside restaurant and learn about traditional shadow play shows. With a personal translator/guide on hand and private transfers direct from Hangzhou, it’s a fantastic day out for families and solos alike.

Group tours can often be rigid and impersonal experiences. Enjoy a more personalized experience with this private tour of Nanjing. Travel from Shanghai by bullet train and let your guide know your personal preferences for the day. Explore such landmarks as the Confucius Temple and Heaven Palace, and enjoy an included lunch.

Rather than rushing to keep up with a large group, explore Hangzhou at your own pace on a private day trip that you can customize according to your interests. Traveling by bullet train means you'll save hours stuck in traffic, while exploring with a private guide promises undivided attention at highlights such as West Lake and the Longjin Tea Farm.

This delightful private day trip from Shanghai takes you to discover the beauty of the Paradise City Hangzhou. Other than the wonderful Dragon Well tea culture experience and the relaxing boat ride in West Lake, you are offered two different sightseeing route options based on your personal interests. You can either choose to see the historical Lingyin temple and Leifeng Pagoda, or you can to visit Chenghuang Pavilion and Former Residence of Hu Xueyan. Local lunch, round trip bullet train tickets, private guide and private vehicle service are inclusive. Get your train ticket upgraded to first class seating at time of booking.

Take a leisure afternoon outing from Hangzhou city to Wuzhen Water Town located in Jiaxing city in Zhejiang province. Rated as the National's 5A attraction,the town boasts a history of more than 1300 years and retains its traditional ancient residences along the ancient canals and stone bridges. Take in the most amazing and charming day and night scenery the town has to offer, wondering along the ancient stone alleys at night with tantalizing lights on the ancient old buildings, bridges and canals, enjoy a delightful dinner along the riverside to full appreciate fantastic night scene.

Experience China’s “Venice of the East” on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, upgrade and relax on first-class bullet train tickets from Shanghai. Then explore this historic water town with an informative, professional guide and visit sites like the Humble Administrators Garden, Shantang Street, Suzhou Pingtan Opera, and Suzhou Museum. Enjoy a boat ride along the old canals and a complimentary meal.

Enjoy a relaxing day tour to the enchanting Suzhou and the picturesque ancient water town Tongli , appreciate the classic and remarkable Humble administrator's garden and explore the colorful old street . Take a most tranquil boat ride along the ancient canal. Discover the beauty of the typical southeast water villiage and gain a great insight to the local culture, custom and history from your knowledgeable and friendly guide. Choose the flexible departure time based on your own prefered time and enjoy a fully customized itinerary that catering to your interests.

Winding canals, historical buildings, and classic gardens earned Suzhou its nickname as the "Venice of the East." Explore Suzhou's must-see sights and hidden enclaves from Shanghai on a private full-day tour. It includes a guide and transfers by your choice of private car, bullet train, or a combination of the two. Upgrade to add lunch, a boat ride, and entrance fees to a garden, to suit your needs and budget.

This self-guided day trip offers your a comfortable private transfer service between Shanghai and Suzhou plus Zhouzhuang water village. Discover beautiful scenery of Suzhou and the number 1 famous water village Zhouzhuang at your own pace. Accompanied by your friendly private driver, and visit the top attractions based on your interests in Suzhou such as Humble Administrator's Garden, historical Pingjiang Road and etc.. Enjoy a relaxing boat ride in Zhouzhuang water village.

Depart from Shanghai city in the late afternoon to discover the beauty of Xitang Water Village (in Zhejiang province). Enjoy your wonderful private sightseeing experience under the sunset and moon light. Explore night life and try out the local delicacy surely brings you a very different image of regular classic ancient town during the day time.

Discover the rich cultural tapestry of Hangzhou, a city shrouded in history and natural splendor, on a full-day tour from Shanghai. Accompanied by an accomplished guide, gain fascinating insight into China’s most esteemed tea at Meijiawu Tea Village; cruise on the idyllic and inspirational West Lake; and marvel at the alluring architecture of the Six Harmonies Pagoda. Explore the historical highlights and cultural delights of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city on this all-inclusive tour, during which lunch, round-trip transportation and entrance fees are complimentary.

Take this full day private excursion to visit the dream-like city Hangzhou ,tour Hangzhou's top attractions including the West Lake and famous Longjin Tea Farm, the amazing Buddhist culture in Linyin temple ,Feilai Peak; stroll along ancient Hefang old street, alongside a private guide from Shanghai which includes advanced round-trip bullet train experience and door to door private transfers. Please provide passport pictures of all travelers to buy the highspeed rail tickets, thanks.