Discover the Enchanting Beauty of China’s Jiangnan Region
Step into the heart of China’s Jiangnan region, where the sublime beauty of nature intertwines with rich cultural heritage. Renowned for its captivating landscapes, peaceful water towns, and meticulously crafted gardens, Jiangnan stands as a vivid testament to the enduring charm of traditional Chinese architecture amidst its stunning natural surroundings.
Journey from the tranquil canals of Suzhou, often likened to the “Venice of the East,” to the mystical hills encircling Hangzhou. Every element of Jiangnan invites you to immerse yourself in its tranquil beauty and poetic ambiance. Lose yourself in the romantic allure of West Lake, wander through ancient pathways shaded by willow trees, and marvel at the refined elegance of classical Chinese gardens.
Jiangnan offers more than just a visit; it presents a sensory expedition that captivates and enchants, leaving a lasting impression on all who venture here. Whether in search of inspiration, serenity, or a deep connection with rich cultural traditions, Jiangnan promises an unforgettable experience that will resonate long after your return.
Explore the enchanting beauty of Jiangnan and allow its idyllic charm to transport you to a realm where the spirit of classical China is alive and cherished. This journey is designed to captivate the senses of those in New Zealand seeking an extraordinary travel experience.
Auckland Airport (Google Map)
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Departure Dates: 11 June 2024
Price: NZD1999.00 per person (twin share)
Single Supplement: NZD359.00 per person
Your journey begins at Auckland International Airport, where you’ll board a flight destined for China, embarking on an unforgettable exploration of its rich cultural tapestry and breathtaking landscapes.
Upon arrival Shanghai, your tour guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to Suzhou(2 hours), Upon arrival, check into hotel and refresh. After lunch, visit famous classical garden in China, the Master of the Nets Garden. Then, visit the Shuangta Food Market, a popular market with an antique atmosphere and a clean and refreshing environment. You can prepare your dinner in the market and today we will back to hotel early for you to have a good rest after long trip.
Royal Garden Hotel or Similar 4*
After breakfast, head to visit Silk Factory, then take a 1.5 hour coach trip to Wuxi- known as “the Pearl Beside Lake Tai”. Today’s lunch you will enjoy famous local delicacy–Hunton & Dumpling. Afternoon you will visit a movie centre–Three Kingdoms City beside Taihu Lake and enjoy an ancient battlefield knight fighting show, take an ancient warship cruise on the lake. After dinner, visit the ancient Nanchang street along the Grand Canal. Back to hotel afterwards.
Kusatsu Hotel or Similar 4*
After breakfast, you will visit the Pearl Exhibition Center. Before lunch, you will also visit Wuxi Purple Sand Museum. After lunch, coach transfer (2 hours) to Tongxiang and visit the “Pu Yuan” Ancient Town. The town features Southern Song Dynasty architecture, with a dense network of waterways and a water town style of “land and water parallel,” “river and street adjacent,” and “riverside pavilions.” The chessboard streets, riverside corridors, and courtyard spaces are well-preserved, scenic areas.
Pujing Hotel or Similar 4*
Free in the morning, then transfer to Hangzhou. After lunch, you will visit the West Lake scenic area including “Huagangguanyu”, “Boat Trip on West Lake” and “Sudi”. West Lake is famous for its beautiful scenery and lush vegetation, attracting ancient Chinese literati to come here for sightseeing and leaving many famous poems and stories. The story of “The Legend of White Snake,” which is well-known throughout China, has made Hangzhou’s West Lake even more famous.
Holiday Inn Hotel or Similar 4*
After breakfast, you will visit the main venue of the 11th G20 summit, the Hangzhou International Expo Center. As a key project in Zhejiang Province, it covers a planned building area of 840,000 square meters and includes five functional areas: an exhibition centre, a conference centre, integrated properties, a rooftop garden (urban living room), and an underground commercial and garage area. Then you will visit the famous Longjing Tea plantation. After lunch coach to Shanghai (2.5 hours) After dinner, visit the Bund, which is a beautiful scenery line located on the Huangpu River in the central area of Shanghai. It consists of 52 buildings with different styles, such as Gothic, Romanesque, Baroque, and Chinese-Western fusion, known as the “Exhibition of World Architecture”. We recommend the optional Huangpu River Cruise for NZD 50 per person.
Golden River View Hotel or similar 4*
After breakfast, you will visit Shanghai Museum and People’s Square. Then, you will visit Yu Garden, a classical garden in the Jiangnan region. It has a reasonable layout of greenery, proper plant configuration, clear hierarchy, and many ancient trees, large potted landscapes, and flower arrangements. After Lunch, you will visit the World Cultural Heritage Art Exhibition Center. After dinner, we recommend the optional Acrobats Show at NZD 75 per person. Back to hotel afterwards.
Golden River View Hotel or similar 4*
You can relax and enjoy a lazy morning at the hotel. After lunch, you will transfer to experience a Meglev Train tour – Floating train. Then We will take you to AP Plaza market for your good shopping and your dinner will be self-arranged there. At 21:45, we will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Auckland at 00:15 in the next morning.
