East China Garden Tour with Suzhou & Hangzhou

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Tour Code: ODY-CN-118

Destination:Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou

Duration

6 Days

Tour Type

Private & Bespoke

Tour Style

Classic

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About This Trip

Travel from Shanghai to Suzhou and Hangzhou, experiencing some of China's most picturesque gardens and historic water towns. Begin with a stroll along the Bund, taking in the contrast of historic architecture against Shanghai's modern skyline, and then enjoy a panoramic view from the observation deck of Shanghai Tower. In Suzhou, explore the UNESCO-listed Lingering Garden, and take a relaxing cruise along the 2,400-year-old Grand Canal. Visit the charming Tongli Water Town, famous for its canals, stone bridges, and traditional houses. Conclude the day in Hangzhou with a serene boat ride on the iconic West Lake, surrounded by willows, pagodas, and the gentle reflections of the water.

Itinerary Summary

DAY PLACE HIGHLIGHTS
1 Shanghai Arrival and Relax
2 Shanghai The Bund, Shanghai Museum, Nanjing Road, Bourgogne Lane, Shanghai Tower
3 Shanghai - Suzhou Lingering Garden, Old Town Tour with Rickshaw, Grand Canal, Pingjiang Old Street
4 Suzhou - Hangzhou Tongli Water Town, Garden of Seclusion and Meditations, Pearl Pagoda, Triple Bridge, Ming and Qing Dynasty Street
5 Hangzhou West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Feilai Peak
6 Hangzhou Departure
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Day 1: Shanghai, Arrival

Upon your arrival in Shanghai, China's most cosmopolitan city, your personal guide will meet and escort you to your hotel.

The rest of the day is yours to relax or step out to explore this amazing metropolis on your own.

Shanghai

Day 2: Shanghai City Tour

After breakfast, take a leisurely stroll along the Bund, admiring the historic waterfront buildings and the shimmering skyline across the Huangpu River. Continue to explore the charming streets of Bourgogne Lane (Bugaoli), with its blend of old Shanghai architecture and modern cafés.

Visit the Shanghai Museum to discover exquisite collections of ancient Chinese art, from bronzes and ceramics to calligraphy and paintings. End the day with a trip to the observation deck of Shanghai Tower, where sweeping panoramic views reveal the bustling energy and modern grandeur of the city below.

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Shanghai

Day 3: Shanghai - Suzhou, Chinese Garden & Grand Canal

After breakfast, you will be met and transferred to the railway station for the high-speed train to Suzhou (about 30 minutes, no guide service on the train).

Upon arrival, visit the Lingering Garden, a classical masterpiece known for its winding corridors, elegant pavilions, and artfully arranged rockeries that create ever-changing scenic views. Take a rickshaw ride through the old city streets, soaking in the charm of traditional architecture and bustling local life. Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the 2,400-year-old Grand Canal, passing stone bridges, riverside homes, and riverside vendors going about their daily routines. Finally, stroll along the historic Pingjiang Old Street, lined with quaint shops, teahouses, and centuries-old lanes that offer a glimpse into Suzhou's timeless culture.

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Suzhou

Day 4: Suzhou - Hangzhou, Tongli

In the morning, drive to Tongli Water Town (about 20 minutes' drive from Suzhou). In there, you will pay a visit to the Garden of Seclusion and Meditations, Pearl Pagoda, Triple Bridge, Ming and Qing Dynasty Street.

Drive back to Suzhou railway station for the train to Hangzhou. Upon your arrival at Hangzhou railway station, your personal guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to relax or step out into this beautiful city for an adventure on your own.

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Hangzhou

Day 5: Hangzhou, West Lake & City Attractions

Today, start with a leisurely boat ride on the iconic West Lake, taking in its tranquil waters, willow-lined shores, and the scenic spots steeped in local legends. Next, visit the centuries-old Lingyin Temple, where you can admire exquisitely carved Buddha statues and observe the quiet devotion of worshippers.

Continue to Feilai Peak, a serene limestone formation dotted with ancient carvings and religious inscriptions that reflect centuries of spiritual significance. Later, explore the Hu Qing Yu Tang Traditional Chinese Medicine Museum, where you can see rows of medicinal herbs, touch dried roots and leaves, and breathe in the rich aroma of centuries-old healing traditions.

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Hangzhou

Day 6: Hangzhou, Departure

Be free at leisure until your personal guide and private transfer escort you to the airport for your departure flight back home.

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Richee Family Adventures

05 Aug 2025

Second Honeymoon My wife and I celebrated our 20th anniversary by spending a few weeks touring around Asia. We loved how Odynovo worked with us to craft a tour of what we wanted to see and how we wanted to see it. This was our first time traveling with a private tour guide, and it was truly amazing. they took care of all transportation, tickets, and everywhere we went we had someone who not only spoke our language, but was also very well-versed in the places we were visiting. We saw Beijing and then took a bullet train to Xi'an. In both cities we had tour guides who had done this "a thousand times," and as a result knew all the tricks on where to take the best pictures, what lines to stand in, where to eat, and what not to waste your time seeing. At one point our guide pulled out ponchos from her backpack when it started to rain, while another helped us haggle for a good price on a new suitcase. We were surprised by how much we loved China, and it is safe to say that is because of the quality of service we got from Odynovo. Oh, and the hotels were great, too! In our first hotel my wife fell in love with her breakfast soup that she had to have every morning, while in Xi'an we were right around the corner from the Muslim Night Market and were able to get to it in less than 5 minutes of walking.We are already looking to see what tours we will be doing next through Odynovo, as the service was amazing, the quality was remarkable, and the cost was very worth it for what we received.
Shannon V

05 Aug 2025

Fabulous! We had a fabulous experience with our guide and Odynovo walking the Great Wall of China, and all other sites in Beijing. We loved our Peking duck dinner. It was fabulous. Thank you, Sammie/Jing for a great experience.
domotic d

05 Aug 2025

Beijing Beauty It started off with a friendly face at the airport, with Roy, our tour guide.The week has been such a pleasure and a treat. From adventures to The Great Wall, Temple of Heaven and the Forbidden City, to local markets, delicious Beijing food and roof top tea houses.Roy and our driver, Mr. Zhou, were prompt in picking us up and driving us around safely.The knowledge and fact about history and Beijing that Roy knows and explains is amazing and the fact he could answer my weird and inquisitive history questionsnwoth ease was a treat.He made it so easy to enjoy ourselves and absorb all that was around us, he even takes great photos too! 😊Polite, kind and thoughtful and ever patient in letting us take our time with things that interested us.I would highly recommend this tour and Roy again and again.
Zarah B

05 Aug 2025

Amazing travel experience My name is Zarah M. Babangida a Nigerian and i visited Beijing with my colleagues from the office. During our 5 day stay in Beijing, Ms. Eva Ma, was our Tour guide and from the minute we came through the Arrival Gate of the Airport, we were embraced by her alluring smile and warm welcome. She remained consistent with her warmth, a kind and intelligent professional who exuded unique passion not just for her job as a tour guide but, even more so as a proud Chinese woman. Her outstanding insight and knowledge of the sweet Chinese history and heritage left us in awe. I couldn't be more proud and thankful that she was assigned to our group and she made our stay exciting, fun-filled effortless and knowledge packed. I absolutely commend her dedication to work which she depicted throughout our stay. I recommend her to every visiting tourist because to know Eva, is to love her. If it were up to me, i will increase her bonuses or upgrade her salary as i am sure most tourists would want or revisit for her sake first and then perhaps other reasons.Thank you Eva and keep the passion up🙌.

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