Watertowns & Cultural Capitals

Shanghai, Jiangsu & Zhejiang Tour Packages

Discover the blend of modern and traditional China — from Shanghai’s skyline and Suzhou’s gardens to Hangzhou’s West Lake and ancient water towns. Choose our 11-Day or 14-Day itinerary, designed for small private groups, with Select and Elite standards.

This itinerary is a suggestion — our travel specialists can tailor it to your preferences, interests, and pace.

Tour Highlights

The Bund & Oriental Pearl Tower (Shanghai city icons)
Suzhou's Humble Administrator's Garden & historic canals on Pingjiang Road.
Hangzhou's West Lake & Lingyin Temple with Longjing Tea experience
Wuzhen Water Town by day & night (Mu Xin Art Museum optional)
Shenxianju mountain landscapes & Nanjing’s Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum / Qinhuai River

Pricing – Shanghai, Jiangsu & Zhejiang Tours

Tour	Group Size	Select	Elite
11-Day Tour	5–9 travelers	$3,699	$4,199
11-Day Tour	10–15 travelers	$3,399	$3,999
14-Day Tour	5–9 travelers	$4,099	$4,699
14-Day Tour	10–15 travelers	$3,599	$4,299

Pricing Notes

•Tour prices are based on private small groups.
•Tour prices are starting points and may vary depending on customizations. Prices are per person.
•For 5-person groups: Pricing assumes 3 rooms – 2 standard twin rooms, and one single room.
•For 10-person groups: Pricing assumes double occupancy, with 2 travelers sharing 1 room.
•Final prices may vary depending on group size, season, hotel availability, and rooming preferences.
•Single-room supplements are available upon request.
•Land-only rates available upon request for travelers arranging their own international flights and visa services.

Suggested 11-Day Itinerary

Day 1	Depart from USA (JFK) → Shanghai (overnight flight) Meals: None
Day 2	Arrive in Shanghai, transfer to hotel, rest. Overnight: Shanghai (International 4★ Hotel) Meals: None
Day 3	Shanghai City Highlights: Yuyuan Garden, City God Temple, Nanjing Road, The Bund. Optional Huangpu River cruise. Overnight: Shanghai Meals: B, L, D
Day 4	Shanghai → Suzhou (~1.5 hrs). Humble Administrator’s Garden, Pingjiang Road, Suzhou Museum. Overnight: Suzhou Meals: B, L, D
Day 5	Suzhou → Zhouzhuang/Tongli Water Town. Explore ancient water town with boat ride. Overnight: Water town guesthouse Meals: B, L, D
Day 6	Water Town → Hangzhou. Visit West Lake (Flower Harbor, Su Causeway). Evening free at Hefang Street. Overnight: Hangzhou Meals: B, L, D
Day 7	Hangzhou In-depth: Lingyin Temple, Feilai Peak, Longjing Tea Plantation. Optional Songcheng Performance. Overnight: Hangzhou Meals: B, L, D
Day 8	Hangzhou → Shenxianju Scenic Area (~3 hrs). Explore cable car & trails. Overnight: Resort hotel near scenic area Meals: B, L, D
Day 9	Shenxianju → Nanjing (~2 hrs high-speed train). Visit Confucius Temple & Qinhuai River. Overnight: Nanjing Meals: B, L, D
Day 10	Nanjing In-depth: Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Laomendong cultural district. Evening farewell dinner. Overnight: Nanjing Meals: B, L, Farewell Dinner
Day 11	Return flight to USA. Morning transfer to Shanghai Pudong Airport. Flight back to New York Meals: None

14-Day Extended Itinerary

Day 4	Extra Day in Shanghai: City Walk – Wukang Rd, Anfu Rd, Xintiandi, Tianzifang Meals: B, L, D
Day 6	Extra Day in Suzhou: Suzhou Silk Museum & Jinji Lake cruise Meals: B, L, D
Day 12	Extra Day in Wuzhen: Explore workshops & activities Meals: B, L, D

* The 14-day tour follows the same itinerary, with three extra days integrated into the original schedule.

Tour Standards

Select Standard

Standard coach or van
International 4-star hotels or equivalent
Mid-range restaurants; farewell dinner included
English-speaking guide
All main scenic site tickets

Elite Standard

Upgraded luxury coach or van
International 5-star hotels or equivalent
Higher-end dining, upgraded farewell banquet, cultural add-ons
Senior English-speaking guide
All Select inclusions + premium experiences

Availability

Tours available Nov 15, 2025 – Dec 31, 2025. Starting March 2026, annual operation from March–December. Flexible departure dates within range.

Itinerary is subject to minor adjustments due to weather, traffic, or unforeseen circumstances. Equivalent activities or attractions will be arranged when possible to maintain the overall standard and quality of the tour.

What’s Included

Roundtrip international airfare (JFK–China–JFK)
Roundtrip ground transfers between the Lancaster–York–Millersville area and JFK
Accommodation in international 4★ or 5★ hotels
Daily breakfasts at hotels and selected lunches/dinners, incl. farewell banquet (except Day 1, Day 2, and final day – only breakfast included)
Private ground transportation (coach/van) and high-speed train tickets per itinerary
English-speaking tour guide throughout (senior guide for Elite)
Admission tickets to all scenic sites listed
Airport pickup & drop-off in China
Chinese visa fee & standard processing (with application guidance & documents)
Complimentary basic accident insurance (coverage up to 500,000 RMB per person)

What’s Not Included

Optional activities during free time not listed in the itinerary
Personal expenses (shopping, beverages, laundry, etc.)
Tips for guides & drivers (at guest’s discretion, not mandatory)
Single-room supplement: +$200–$500 per person (package-dependent)
Comprehensive international travel insurance (medical/cancellation; recommended)
Expedited visa processing fees (only if requested)
On-site scenic transport not explicitly listed (e.g., optional park shuttles/cable cars)

Notes:

All accommodations are 4-stars or 5-stars hotels, or equivalent international-standard properties (typically rated 4 Diamonds or higher on Trip.com/Ctrip).
Some newly opened hotels in China may not yet hold an official star rating but offer facilities and service comparable to international 4–5★ standards.
Final hotel confirmation will be provided at the time of booking in coordination with our Chinese partners.
Itineraries may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, or other unforeseen circumstances. Equivalent activities or attractions will be arranged to maintain the overall quality of the tour.