Trip Itinerary
Day1 Shanghai Arrival
Upon arrival in Shanghai, China’s most cosmopolitan city, your private guide will greet you at the airport or train station and escort you to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, or start exploring Shanghai city nightlife on your own.
Day 2 Shanghai City Highlights
Start the day with a visit to the Shanghai Museum, home to ancient bronzes, ceramics, coins, and traditional artworks. Continue to the enchanting Yu Garden and lively Yuyuan Bazaar. Stop by a silk workshop to see how authentic Chinese silk is made.
In the afternoon, enjoy a panoramic view of the city from the Shanghai World Financial Center Skywalk, stroll the Former French Concession, and end your day at the iconic Bund, the perfect blend of old and new Shanghai.
Day 3 High-Speed Train to Hangzhou
After breakfast, transfer to the railway station for your high-speed train journey to Hangzhou. Upon arrival, settle into your hotel.
In the afternoon, stroll along the ancient Hefang Street, visit the Hu Qing Yu Tang Museum of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and continue to the Chenghuang Pavilion where you can enjoy a traditional Chinese tea ceremony while overlooking the city.
Day 4 Hangzhou West Lake & Tea Culture
Begin your day with a West Lake boat cruise, the UNESCO World Heritage site that inspired countless poets and painters. Visit the sacred Lingyin Temple, one of the most famous Buddhist temples in China, and admire the Six Harmonies Pagoda overlooking the Qiantang River.
Conclude your trip at the Dragon Well Tea Plantation, where you will learn about Chinese tea culture, tea-picking, and tasting. Afterward, transfer to the train station or airport for departure.
