Shanghai Trip Overview
This 4-day Shanghai and Suzhou Garden tour covers the highlights of this area, you can witness the biggest metropolis of new China with your own eyes, visit the Shanghai Museum to know the history of Shanghai, enjoy the panorama city view by standing on the top of the Shanghai Financial Centre Building. See the Bund and French Concession to know the Multi-National elements architecture in Shanghai, you can also see the Chinese Style Garden in Yu Garden, and the most popular Buddhism temple in Shanghai!
This tour also offers a great chance to appreciate Suzhou’s classical gardens, and Tiger Hill.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Shanghai, China
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Shanghai, Shanghai Region, China
This 4-day Shanghai and Suzhou Garden tour covers the highlights of this area, you can witness the biggest metropolis of new China with your own eyes, visit the Shanghai Museum to know the history of Shanghai, enjoy the panorama city view by standing on the top of the Shanghai Financial Centre Building. See the Bund and French Concession to know the Multi-National elements architecture in Shanghai, you can also see the Chinese Style Garden in Yu Garden, and the most popular Buddhism temple in Shanghai!
This tour also offers a great chance to appreciate Suzhou’s classical gardens, and Tiger Hill.
Itinerary
Day 1: Shanghai Arrival
Stop At: Shanghai, Shanghai
Welcome to Shanghai, the most flourishing metropolis in China. Your local tour guide will pick you up at the airport, and then escort you to hotel for check in. The rest of today is free for you to explore this cosmopolitan. If you want to explore nearby, feel free to get some practical suggestions from your tour guide.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai,or same level,a 5-star Hotel
Day 2: Shanghai Museum – Yu Garden – Yuyuan Bazaar – Nanjing Road – Shanghai World Financial Center – Bund
Stop At: Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road), Nanjing East Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200000 China
Your first stop is Shanghai Museum, one of the Best Four Museums in China. This museum has collected many international-standard exhibits of bronzes, paintings, calligraphy, sculpture, ceramics, jade from more than 5,000 years ago to the Qing dynasty.
Then take a visit to Yu Garden. This garden embodies the traditional design of Chinese architecture with jagged pavilions. At Yuyuan Bazaar you can savor tasteful local snacks and explore elaborate traditional Chinese handicrafts and art works.
Next, drive to enjoy a panoramic view of the modern face of Shanghai from the “the Eye of Shanghai” – Shanghai World Financial Center.
Transferred to Nanjing Road, a shopping paradise as well as a great place to take a wonderful walk to experience the modern atmosphere of the City.
Lastly, you will stop at the Bund, originally a simple towpath for transporting goods but now transformed into a feverish trading district. Seeing and feeling the perfect fusion of Chinese and Western cultures!
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai,or same level,a 5-star Hotel
Day 3: French Concession – Jade Buddha Temple
Stop At: Former French Concession, Puxi Central, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200000 China
After breakfast, picked up by the guide and driver, head to French Concession, the old center area during the colonial time. See the impressive French style architecture, learn the recent history of Shanghai and take a nice stroll along the walkways with beautiful French trees. Then head to French style Park and see locals dancing, singing and practicing Tai Chi. Enjoy a delicious lunch in a local restaurant.
Next is a wonderful visit to Jade Buddha Temple, the site of the largest jade Buddha in the world and numerous religious artifacts, ancient statues and Buddhist scriptures. This peaceful kingdom of Buddhism hidden among modern blocks and dominating mansions is a great place for a nice break in this very busy city.
After the tour Drive back to the hotel have a good rest !
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai,or same level,a 5-star Hotel
Day 4: Shanghai Bullet Train to Suzhou – Lingering Garden & Tiger Hill – Shanghai Departure
Stop At: Suzhou, Suzhou, Jiangsu
In the morning, your guide and driver will pick you up at hotel, then transfer to the Fast train station, catch the train to Suzhou.
The first place to see is the Tiger Hill which is 36 meters (118 feet) in height. The most popular spot is the Tiger Hill Pagoda, which is famous for being a leaning tower. There are thousands of magnificent bonsai trees on display in the Tiger Hill. These gardens will surely amaze you and give an insight into the skill and the artistry of Chinese master gardeners that has been handed down long ago.
Next a trip to the Lingering Garden, originally a classical private garden. It is well-known for the exquisite beauty of its magnificent halls, and the various sizes, shapes, and colors of the buildings. In 1997, it was recorded on the list of the world heritage by UESCO.
After the exciting tour, take the train back to shanghai and drop you off at airport or train station to the next destination! Service Ends!
Duration: 9 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
