Recommended Reasons for East China Travel
East China Travel is an excellent choice for experiencing the vibrant urban life of Jiangnan (Southern China) and its vibrant cities. This itinerary connects five renowned cities: Nanjing, Wuxi, Hangzhou, Suzhou, and Shanghai, and covers iconic attractions such as the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Lingshan Giant Buddha, West Lake, and Zhouzhuang. Special experiences include VIP seating at the Songcheng Eternal Love performance, panoramic views from the 88th floor of the Jinmao Tower, and a Huangpu River night cruise. Accommodation is upgraded from a four-diamond to a five-diamond hotel throughout the trip, and tours depart daily during the National Day holiday. This pure travel experience, with no shopping required, is a premium choice for a deep dive into the cultural and natural beauty of East China.
East China Tour Highlights
- Dual Heritage Tour: The modern architectural marvel of Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum + the World Heritage Site of Lingering Garden: Understand the evolution of Chinese architectural aesthetics in one day.
- Night Views from Land, Sea, and Air: A bird's-eye view from the 88th floor of the Jinmao Tower + a dazzling Huangpu River cruise: Uncover the beauty of Shanghai from two perspectives.
- Performance Feast: Includes VIP seats for the "Songcheng Eternal Love" performance, valued at 320 RMB per person, and a close-up experience of "three world-famous performances."
- Accommodation Upgrade: Two consecutive nights at a Five-Diamond hotel + two consecutive nights at a Four-Diamond hotel, including a quality buffet at the Lingshan Fan Palace's 68 Elements Restaurant.
East China Tour Itinerary
Day 1: From Anywhere to Nanjing
Morning: Arrive in Nanjing. Meet your guide at the airport and proceed to Zhongshan Scenic Area.
Afternoon: Visit Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum (closed on Mondays, visit Yuhuatai instead), Confucius Temple, and the Qinhuai Scenic Area. Dinner: Duck Blood Vermicelli Soup.
Day 2 Nanjing → Wuxi → Hangzhou
Morning: In-depth tour of the Lingshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area (including the Brahma Palace and the Five Seals Mandala), and experience the Nine Dragons Bathing Ceremony.
Afternoon: Enjoy a 68 yuan vegetarian buffet at the Brahma Palace, then transfer to Hangzhou for the 7:00 PM performance of "Songcheng Eternal Love."
Day 3 Hangzhou → Wuzhen
Morning: VIP chartered boat tour of West Lake (including the Three Pools Mirroring the Moon and Leifeng Pagoda), and enjoy Dongpo Pork.
Afternoon: Visit Mao Dun's former residence in Wuzhen's East Bank, enjoy a nighttime light and water show in West Bank, and stay at a boutique hotel outside the scenic area.
Day 4 Wuzhen → Suzhou → Shanghai
Morning: Admire the unique rocks of Guanyun Peak in Lingering Garden, visit Shenting and Zhangting in Zhouzhuang, and receive complimentary hairy crab and cultural and creative milk tea.
Afternoon: Transfer to Shanghai to ascend the 88th floor of the Jinmao Tower, and take a Huangpu River cruise at 7:30 PM to view the Bund light show.
Day 5 Return to Shanghai
Morning: Photography of the Bund's International Architecture Complex, free shopping on Nanjing Road (optional visit to the Shanghai Ocean Aquarium)
Afternoon: Transfer to the station based on flight/train schedule
East China Travel Q&A
A: We recommend VIP seats (320 RMB), located in the front 15 rows in the center of the theater, for the best view. Group tickets include standard seats; upgrades require a 150 RMB per person fare difference. There are two shows daily, at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM, with an additional 9:00 PM show during the National Day holiday. Choosing the evening show can help avoid the peak group season. Aisle seats are recommended for children, as they provide easy access.
A:The tour guide will distribute physical tickets (including an 88th-floor tour and a VIP cruise cabin). It's recommended to reach the summit of the Jinmao Tower before 5:00 PM to see the sunset. The cruise departs at 7:30 PM (with an additional 8:30 PM departure during National Day). The combined ticket saves 78 yuan on individual tickets. You'll need your ID card to go through security upon boarding the Jinmao Tower. The cruise terminal is a 10-minute walk from the tower.
A: Five-Diamond hotels like Crown Plaza in Jurong and New Century Plaza in Hangzhou all include: ① Late check-out until 2:00 PM ② Breakfast buffet for two (valued at 128 yuan per person) ③ Free access to the pool and gym ④ Complimentary minibar on the first day. Special arrangements include free luggage handling for two consecutive nights in Hangzhou. Wuzhen hotels also include a nightly sweet soup service.
