Classic Jiangnan Water Towns

Shanghai · Suzhou · Wuzhen · Hangzhou

  • 7 Days / 6 Nights
  • Relaxed pace
  • Private & customizable

A gentler journey through old Shanghai and the Bund, Suzhou’s classical gardens, a night inside Wuzhen and the lake and temples of Hangzhou.

  1. Shanghai2 nights, then by private vehicle to the next stop
  2. Suzhou2 nights, then by private vehicle to the next stop
  3. Wuzhen1 night, then by private vehicle to the next stop
  4. Hangzhou1 night

Day by day

  1. Day 1: Old Shanghai and the Bund

    Arrive in Shanghai · Private airport transfer
    Overnight: Shanghai

    After your airport transfer, sightseeing at Yu Garden, the City God Temple bazaar, the Bund and Nanjing Road, along with a Huangpu River cruise, will be arranged according to your flight arrival time and energy levels. Any activities that cannot be accommodated will be adjusted in consultation with you.

    Old Shanghai and the Bund, Day 1 of the journey
    • Yu Garden
    • City God Temple
    • The Bund
    • Huangpu River cruise
    • Nanjing Road

  2. Day 2: Pudong

    Shanghai · Private vehicle
    Overnight: Shanghai

    Cross the river to Pudong for the China Art Museum and the Oriental Pearl Tower. The afternoon is yours to explore at your own pace. The museum is closed on Mondays; on a Monday we replace it with a Lujiazui riverside walk.

    Pudong, Day 2 of the journey
    • China Art Museum
    • Oriental Pearl Tower
    • Free afternoon

  3. Day 3: Shanghai to Suzhou

    Shanghai → Suzhou · Private vehicle, about 1.5 hours
    Overnight: Suzhou

    Morning in the lanes of Tianzifang and along tree-lined Wukang Road, then on to Suzhou for an evening walk beside the canals of Shantang Street.

    Shanghai to Suzhou, Day 3 of the journey
    • Tianzifang
    • Wukang Road
    • Shantang Street

  4. Day 4: Suzhou gardens

    Suzhou · Private vehicle
    Overnight: Suzhou

    Choose Hanshan Temple or Tiger Hill for the morning, then the Humble Administrator's Garden — the finest of Suzhou's classical gardens — and the canal-side lanes of Pingjiang Road.

    Suzhou gardens, Day 4 of the journey
    • Hanshan Temple or Tiger Hill
    • Humble Administrator's Garden
    • Pingjiang Road

  5. Day 5: Wuzhen West Scenic Zone

    Suzhou → Wuzhen · Private vehicle, about 1.5 hours
    Overnight: Wuzhen; scenic-area stay subject to availability and confirmation

    Arrive in Wuzhen and explore the West Scenic Zone in the afternoon. An overnight stay inside the scenic area is planned, subject to room availability and final confirmation before booking; if unavailable, alternative accommodation will be agreed with you.

    Wuzhen West Scenic Zone, Day 5 of the journey
    • Wuzhen West Scenic Zone
    • Lantern-lit canals at night

  6. Day 6: Wuzhen to Hangzhou

    Wuzhen → Hangzhou · Private vehicle, about 1.5 hours
    Overnight: Hangzhou

    A quiet morning in Wuzhen's East Scenic Zone, then on to Hangzhou for an afternoon on West Lake by boat and an evening along Qinghefang Street.

    Wuzhen to Hangzhou, Day 6 of the journey
    • Wuzhen East Scenic Zone
    • West Lake
    • West Lake boat ride
    • Qinghefang Street

  7. Day 7: Hangzhou and departure

    Hangzhou → airport · Private vehicle

    Visits to Lingyin Temple, the carved grottoes of Feilai Peak and Xixi National Wetland Park will be arranged around your flight time. The order of visits or attractions may be adjusted where necessary, before your airport transfer.

    Hangzhou and departure, Day 7 of the journey
    • Lingyin Temple
    • Feilai Peak
    • Xixi National Wetland Park

Suitable for Garden and culture lovers, couples, families; popular with women travellers

7 days · Private journey

What the journey includes

Final services are confirmed in your tailored proposal after dates and availability are checked.

What’s included

  • These are reference arrangements; actual inclusions are subject to the final agreed itinerary and itemised quote.
  • Hotels, private vehicles and drivers, guides, attraction tickets, the West Lake boat ride and the Huangpu River cruise can be arranged as specified in your quote.
  • Room types, vehicle and guide service hours, and any night service will be confirmed in your quote.

Not included

  • Items not included in the final agreed itinerary and itemised quote.

Choose how you stay

Accommodation is proposed after we know your dates and preferences, so availability and exact hotel names are never implied too early.

Comfort

Well-located, dependable stays selected for cleanliness, practical access and a smooth day-to-day journey.

Character

Boutique or locally distinctive stays chosen to add a stronger sense of place without compromising comfort.

Signature

Premium stays with elevated rooms, service or views. Final hotel names are confirmed in your tailored proposal.

Before you customise

The practical questions travellers ask before requesting a proposal.