China's Garden Route
Discover Shanghai and the beauty of Suzhou & Hangzhou
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Discover Shanghai and the beauty of Suzhou & Hangzhou
9 days from $ 3290
Combine the excitement of Shanghai’s vitality and busyness with the gentler pace of the smaller towns of Suzhou and Hangzhou which live up to their name of "Paradise on earth”. Visit the finest oriental gardens in Suzhou and cruise the Grand Canal before travelling to Hangzhou. Learn about the workings of a silk factory, visit an ancient temple and explore a rural tea plantation for a taste of the real China.
Days 1-2 : US – Shanghai
Fly to the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, also known as the ‘Paris of the East’. Arrive the following day.
Day 3 : Shanghai
Sightseeing today includes a stroll through the beautiful Yu Gardens and the Old Town as well as a visit to see the antiquities and fine arts of the Shanghai Museum, which houses over 120,000 pieces of bronze, coins, jade, ceramics, paintings and calligraphy. Also walk along the famous Bund with its colonial architecture. (B,L)
Day 4 : Shanghai – Suzhou
Travel to the charming garden city of Suzhou, also known as the ‘Venice of the East’. Suzhou is famous for its canals, exquisite landscaped gardens and is also centre of China's silk industry. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (B)
Day 5 : Suzhou
Visit two of the finest oriental gardens: the Humble Administrator’s Garden and the Garden of the Master of the Nets. Also enjoy a cruise on the ancient Grand Canal. (B,L)
Day 6 : Suzhou – Hangzhou
Travel to beautiful Hangzhou, one of China’s former imperial capitals, which is renowned for its stunning natural scenery. Visit the local markets and experience an oriental tea-tasting. (B,L)
Day 7 : Hangzhou
Sightseeing today includes a visit to the Temple of Inspired Seclusion and the Six Harmonies Pagoda before a relaxing cruise on the tranquil West Lake. (B,L)
Day 8 : Hangzhou – Shanghai
Return to Shanghai. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (B)
Day 9 : Shanghai – US
Fly to the UK, arriving home later the same day or the following morning depending on airline chosen. (B)
Dates and Prices
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Tour departs any day subject to availability
- 4* hotels used
- Based on New York and Los Angeles departures
- Regional departures available from many US cities
- Weekend supplement from $80 (Fri, Sat, Sun)
- Single supplement from $590
- Sole passenger price from $4,190
- Land only from $2,090 (Shanghai - Shanghai)
- 5* hotels from $3,990
- Excludes tipping
Hong Kong Extension - 4D/3N
This itinerary can easily be added after most of our China tours.
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
You will be met at Hong Kong Airport and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Hong Kong
A free day to enjoy the delights of this vibrant city as you wish. (B)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $390pp
4* accommodations from $490pp
5* accommodations from $690pp
Price from $ 390.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
Hong Kong & Lantau Island - 4D/3N
This itinerary can be easily added after most of our China tours.
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Lantau Island
Begin with a ferry ride across the Victoria Harbour to Silvermine Bay to visit beautiful Cheung Sha beach and Tai O Fishing Village. Then travel to Ngong Ping Plateau to see the Giant Buddha and explore Po Lin Monastery where you'll enjoy a vegetarian lunch. Later, visit Ngong Ping Village before a ride aboard the Skyrail cable car. (B,L) If the cable car is canceled due to weather or any other reason, alternative transportation will be arranged.
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $540pp
4* accommodations from $640pp
5* accommodations from $840pp
Price from $ 540.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
Hong Kong & Macau - 4D/3N
This itinerary can easily be added after most of our China tours
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional
sampan ride (paid locally). (B)
Day 3: Macau
Travel by hydrofoil to Macau. Visit the ruins of the St. Paul's Church, Ama Temple, Macau Museum (closed Mondays) and a local casino (minimum age 18). Return by hydrofoil to Hong Kong. (B,L)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $590pp
4* accommodations from $690pp
5* accommodations from $890pp
Price from $ 590.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
Hong Kong Shopping - 4D/3N
This itinerary can be easily added after most of our China tours.
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer to your hotel in Hong Kong.
Days 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a two day shopping tour (5 hours per day) including Chinese Dim Sum lunches. During the two days, visit the Horizon Plaza, Aberdeen, Porcelain and Jewelry factories, Stanley Market, Jade Market and the Ladies’ Market. (B,L)
Day 3: Hong Kong
Continue your shopping tour to make the most of the opportunities. (B,L)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport.(B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
BP International 3*+ from $590pp
Park Hotel 4* from $690pp
Harbour Grand Kowloon 4*+ from $890 pp
Intercontinental Grand Stanford 5* from $890pp
Price from $ 590.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $240pp
Sole passenger price from $830pp
Includes accommodation, local transportation, touring, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
This document is designed to be read in conjunction with the other pre-departure information provided by Wendy Wu Tours including the tour itinerary as described in our brochure and/or website. It aims to provide a straightforward description of the physical activities involved in sightseeing or travelling during the tour.
If there are any particular challenges, from the length of time spent on your feet, the length of drives and flights, to the standard of remote accommodation for our more adventurous tours; they will be explained here.
All passengers must read this document to ensure the itinerary is suitable for their interests and physical capabilities. This is not your final itinerary and therefore does not mention all the sites visited. The order of sightseeing is subject to change.
