Day Trips in Eastern China

Discover the dramatic natural beauty of Mount Huashan on a private full-day tour from Xi'an. Take a cable car up to North Peak, also known as the Cloud Terrace Peak - one of the most popular parts of the mountain. See Buddhist and Taoist temples perched in the cliffs and craggy peaks sprinkled with cypress and pine trees. Have time to explore the mountain's many scenic spots before returning by cable car to the base of the mountain, and driving back to Xi'an.

Visit the water town of Zhouzhuang - known as the 'Venice of the East' - and admire its Ming and Qing dynasty architecture on visits to two grand historic residences and a scenic gondola cruise along its waterways. On this 5-hour tour, your guide takes you through the vast old Zhang House and Shen House. Admire the picturesque courtyards, arcades and rooms in the stately homes. The town combines other-worldly landscapes and stunning architecture, making it one of China's top destinations and an easy trip from Shanghai.

Spare yourself the challenge of negotiating with boatmen and rickshaw drivers, and let your private guide do the heavy lifting on this classic Suzhou tour. Check off not one but two UNESCO World Heritage sites as you tour the Lingering Garden and enjoy a private cruise down the Grand Canal. After a rickshaw ride, explore Shantang Street and Suzhou No. 1 Silk Mill before your private driver drops you back.

Exploring a city in local way should be the best way to get learn about local people. Want to try? Well, let us take the city metro to discover the "outdated" life under the modern cover of Shanghai. For this tour, you should be well prepared both on physically and mentally, as during the tour, you will need to do a lot of walking as well endure the possible crowds in the metro. It may be not that comfortable, but that's the experience!

Enjoy Shanghai's star attractions, including Yu Garden and Shanghai Museum, in one day on a comprehensive, guided tour.  As you travel from sight to sight, listen as your well-informed guide shares the secrets and history of the city. Admire the exquisite ponds and pagodas of ornamental Yu Garden; stroll along historical Old Street; and admire the views from the stately Bund waterfront. Visit the Shanghai Museum to witness its stunning Chinese art; and after a delicious lunch, explore the Jade Buddha Temple before sampling the restaurant-filled Xin Tian Di quarter.

Take a scenic 2-hour journey from Shanghai to Hangzhou for a bike tour of Hangzhou's famous attractions, including West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Set off with your expert guide on a leisurely ride that takes you to West Lake, which is renowned for its classical beauty. Stop for photo ops of highlights like Red Carp Pond and Six Harmonies Pagoda (Liuhe Ta), a multi-story pagoda situated on the Qiantang Rive. Learn about the Grand Canal and enjoy an included Chinese lunch to fuel your memorable ride.

Fly round-trip from Bejing to Shanghai for a full-day tour of this influential city. Discover Shanghai's history and culture with an informative guide who shows you around the Jade Buddha temple, Shanghai Confucian temple (Wen Miao), Yu Garden and the bazaars of Old Town. You'll also participate in a traditional Chinese tea ceremony at Shanghai's oldest tea house and have lunch at a local restaurant. Your tour includes airport transfers, plane tickets, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off - especially convenient if you're short on time.

Enjoy Suzhou on an 8-hour private tour that introduces you to the beauty of one of the oldest towns in the Yangtze basin, known for its gardens, which together form a UNESCO World Heritage site. With a guide, you'll visit Lion Grove Garden (or Lion Forest Garden), Humble Administrator's Garden, and Pingjiang Road, plus take a boat ride. Lunch is included.

Witness the winding waterways of Zhujiajiao, an ancient and alluring water village, on a 4-hour tour from Shanghai. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, see legendary landmarks like the five-arch bridge that spans the Cao Gang River and gain fascinating insight into the pivotal role Zhujiajiao played in China's industrial surge. Learn the complex art of silk making during a demonstrative workshop; meander the quaint canals of the town on a boat; and visit two sacred temples during your enriching exploration from Shanghai.       

Discover the canals and waterfront homes of Wuzhen on this 10-hour day trip from Shanghai. Your guide accompanies you to local attractions such as the Ancient Bed Museum and a wine distillery workshop. Watch a shadow puppet show, take a boat ride down the waterway, and be served a Chinese lunch. Round-trip hotel transport is included.

This full-day sightseeing tour will both take you to explore Suzhou gardens and one of the most impressive Water Towns--Tongli water town in Suzhou. Wander through the trails and portals of Lingering garden that carefully combines traditional Chinese architecture with natural beauty, visit Suzhou museum to learn the profound history of Suzhou, learn silk culture and how the silk was made into fabric in Suzhou No.1 Silk Mill, walk around the Tongli water town to experience the old lifestyle of ancient China and the tranquil beauty.

Appreciate China's provincial delights during a full-day tour of two charming traditional towns from Shanghai. Escape the metropolitan mayhem of the city and see how daily life has remained unchanged in these quaint and ancient enclaves. With an accomplished guide, stroll amid the botanical beauty of Suzhou's gorgeous gardens; cruise along the winding waterways of Zhozhuang on a Chinese-style gondola; and appease an appetite for authenticity with a delicious Chinese lunch in a rustic restaurant. Enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from your shanghai hotel on this enriching tour.

Cover ground you couldn't hope to cover under your own steam on this comprehensive private Shanghai door-to-door day tour. It even includes an afternoon in Zhujiajao water town. Spend the morning checking off downtown's don't-miss attractions: Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Old Town, the Bund, and the Old French Concession. After a Chinese restaurant lunch, explore the canals, bridges, and lanes of Zhujiajiao by boat and on foot.

Explore the picturesque perimeter of Shanghai during a cultural full-day tour to rural Chinese villages. Explore the architectural jewels of Seven Treasure Town, a traditional town famed for its rich textiles; travel back in time amid the historical landmarks and ancient bridges of Zhuilaiiao, renowned for its Ming monuments; and enjoy an idyllic boat ride to visit an archaic Silk Mill. Convenient round-trip transportation from your Shanghai hotel is included in this tour.  

Join this full-day tour of Suzhou and visit the water town of Tongli to gain great insights into a well preserved water township with a history of more than 1,000 years. You will also see exhibitions at Suzhou Museum and one of the largest gardens in China.

Explore the highlights of Shanghai on a full-day tour that includes Yu Gardens and the ancient water village of Zhujiajiao. Start with a stroll through the beautifully landscaped Yu Gardens, which are sprinkled with pavilions and ponds. Browse the shops located in the atmospheric Old Town, then hear how silk is made by a local silk factory. See another aspect of traditional China on your visit to Zhujiajiao, which features ancient streets lined with old buildings, canals and stone bridges. Enjoy a relaxing foot massage to complete your day.

Discover the rich cultural tapestry of Hangzhou, a city shrouded in history and natural splendor, on a full-day tour from Shanghai. Accompanied by an accomplished guide, gain fascinating insight into China's most esteemed tea at Meijiawu Tea Village; cruise on the idyllic and inspirational West Lake; and marvel at the alluring architecture of the Six Harmonies Pagoda. Explore the historical highlights and cultural delights of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city on this all-inclusive tour, during which lunch, round-trip transportation and entrance fees are complimentary.  

Experience the best of Suzhou on this exciting day tour. Appreciate the art of Humble Administrator's Garden and its profound history. Wonder among the gorgeous scenes at Tiger Hill, the No.1 sight of Suzhou. Learn more about Chinese history in Panmen Gate, take a pleasant stroll down Shantang Street. A culture visit to see how the silk produced is also included!

Enjoy two of Shanghai's must-do activities on a Zhujiajiao water town and Huangpu River cruise experience. Visit the ancient canal town of Zhujiajiao for a walking tour of the willow-lined waterways, lanes, and Ming- and Qing-era architecture. Afterward, learn about silk-making at a silk museum, and admire Shanghai's illuminated skyline on a buffet dinner cruise on the Huangpu. Return coach transport, admission fees, cruise buffet, and central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Hit Shanghai's most impressive sights in a single, action-packed excursion during this full-day trip - perfect for first-timers. Explore both traditional and modern sides to the fast-paced city during a gondola ride over the centuries-old waterways of Zhujiajiao. You'll also be treated to sky-high city views from a 100th story tower, and enjoy a scenic walk along colonial-era houses in the cutting-edge Bund district.