Day Trips & Excursions in Eastern China

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.

Just one hour from Shanghai, spend a full day in the water town of Zhouzhuang - renowned as the 'Venice of the East.' See buildings that date to the Ming and Qing dynasties and the historic Shen House, a grand residence with beautiful grounds, along with Milou Tower and Chengxu Taoist Temple. Admire the scenic canals, stone bridges and atmospheric lanes of this lovely town, which is one of China's top destinations. Travel with an informative private guide with hotel pickup and drop-off in a private vehicle.

Travel by train from Shanghai to Suzhou to take in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Classical Gardens of Suzhou. The gardens were founded as long ago as the 11th century and represent the pinnacle of classical Chinese garden design. Upon your arrival in Suzhou, your private guide meets you and shows you highlights including Humble Administrator's Garden and Garden of the Masters of the Nets. You'll also ascend Tiger Hill to see historical sites from the 2,500-year long history of Suzhou.

Discover China's rich classical garden and silk-making heritage on a private 8.5-hour tour from Shanghai to Suzhou. Travel to this history-infused city, and stroll around the pavilions, ponds, and bridges of two UNESCO-protected garden masterpieces: the Master of the Nets and Humble Administrator's gardens. After lunch (own expense), learn how Suzhou's prized embroidered silk is made at the city's Silk Museum. Round-trip private transport, entrance fees, and central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

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.

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.

Visit Hangzhou and a tea village on this private 9-hour trip from Shanghai. Travel to the historical city of Hangzhou and enjoy a cruise on West Lake, admiring the surrounding mist-cloaked hillsides, pavilions, and willows. After a Chinese lunch, explore Meijiawu, a traditional tea farming village nestled in emerald slopes. See the teahouses and sample the local Dragon Well tea before returning to Shanghai. Entrance fees, lunch, and private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Experience ancient and new China in one day on this 9-hour Shanghai and Zhujiajiao water village tour from Shanghai. Travel to centuries-old Zhujiajiao, and tour its decorative bridges, pretty canals, and stone architecture by foot and hand-poled boat. Back in Shanghai, savor a classic lunch and tea-tasting, and visit highlights including the Confucius Temple and Shanghai Tower. Includes a flexible itinerary, minivan transport and and central pickup and drop-off at your chosen Shanghai location. Open to upgrade the tour to all inclusive package upon booking.

Enjoy a full day trip from Shanghai by Visiting the beautiful Wuzhen water town. Explore the 1,300-year-old Water town, stroll around the alleyways, bridges, classic Chinese old houses and take a relax boat on the water canals. All entrance fee, private guide and transfer service are inclusive.

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.

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!

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.  

Discover Suzhou, one of China's oldest cities, on a private 10-hour tour from Shanghai. With your own guide, explore the old town famed for its classical gardens, silk, and waterways. See the medieval Panmen Gate and remains of the city walls, admire waterfront Shantang Street, and enjoy lunch overlooking Suzhou's canals. Plus, visit a silk factory and one of Suzhou's formal, UNESCO-listed gardens. Entrance fees, private transport, and central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Travel to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Classical Gardens of Suzhou and the water village of Zhouzhuang on a full-day private tour from Shanghai. Visit the gardens of Suzhou (Humble Administrator's Garden), created from the 11th to 19th centuries and considered masterpieces of classical Chinese garden design. After lunch, cruise the canals of Zhouzhuang aboard a traditional Chinese gondola and admire the Ming- and Qing-era architecture that lines the waterways of the 'Venice of the East.' Includes private guide and vehicle, lunch, silk factory stop, and all transportation.

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.

Travel to the outskirts of Shanghai to visit the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao, situated on the Dianpu River. Weave through ancient streets lined with stone bridges and charming old buildings, then enjoy a tea ceremony in Shanghai's oldest teahouse. Then have time to discover the trendy shops, artistic energy and Shikumen-style architecture in Tianzifang, a neighborhood in the old French Quarter of Shanghai. Your tour includes an informative guide, transportation, entrance tickets, tea ceremony, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Classical One-day Shanghai Highlight Tour with Public transportation will allow tourists to have a comprehensive understanding about Shanghai in an affordable, flexible and authentic way. How to see Shanghai in a limited time with limited budget, this is the best tour for you !

Enjoy a relaxing day excursion to oldest ancient water town Fengjing which still keep its intact architecture and ancient stone bridges and canals, appreciate the picturesque "oriental Venice" township scenery, take a peaceful gondola boat ride in the ancient water way in the town and learn the flavorful local culture and life from your knowledgeable guide. Pay a visit to the local Eco farm and enjoy a fun fruit or vegetable picking experience and have a delightful and healthy lunch on the organic farm.

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!

Discover the city of Suzhou in one day from Shanghai on this 9-hour private tour. With a guide, you'll be introduced to the beauty of the city, known for its gardens, which together form a UNESCO World Heritage site. You'll visit the Lingering Garden and Humble Administrator's Garden, plus visit the Suzhou Silk Museum. Lunch is included.