7-Day Shanghai, Suzhou & Hangzhou Private Tour – Classic Jiangnan Experience

Discover the elegance of Jiangnan (the region south of the Yangtze River) on this private 7-day tour connecting Shanghai, Hangzhou and Suzhou by private car. Cruise West Lake, wander the world-famous Humble Administrator’s Garden, and end your journey with a Huangpu River night cruise on The Bund. 100% no shopping stops – pure sightseeing with an English-speaking guide.

Great For

• First-time visitors to China
• Garden & heritage lovers
• Family travelers
• Slow-travel enthusiasts

Highlights

• West Lake, Hangzhou – UNESCO-listed scenic lake with pagodas and causeways
• Lingyin Temple & Feilai Peak – one of China’s most celebrated Buddhist monasteries
• Humble Administrator’s Garden, Suzhou – masterpiece of classical Chinese garden design
• The Bund & Huangpu River cruise, Shanghai – skyline views at night
• Wukang Road & Tianzifang – historic lanes and Shanghai’s creative quarter

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Shanghai Arrival
Airport pickup at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), transfer to hotel. Free time to rest.
Meals: On your own | Hotel: 4-star (Bestay Shanghai or similar)

Day 2 – Shanghai to Hangzhou
Private transfer to Hangzhou. Visit West Lake, Chenghuang Pavilion, and stroll Hefang Street (historic shopping street).
Meals: Hotel breakfast | Hotel: 4-star (Xixi Relux Hotel or similar)

Day 3 – Hangzhou to Suzhou
Visit Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak, then continue to Suzhou. Evening walk around Jinji Lake.
Meals: Hotel breakfast | Hotel: 4-star (Holiday Inn Express Suzhou Bay or similar)

Day 4 – Suzhou to Shanghai
Explore the Humble Administrator’s Garden and Shantang Street (ancient canal street), then return to Shanghai for 3 nights.
Meals: Hotel breakfast | Hotel: 4-star Shanghai (3 nights)

Day 5 – Shanghai
Walk Wukang Road historic district, Tianzifang, Sinan Mansions and Xintiandi.
Meals: Hotel breakfast | Hotel: 4-star Shanghai

Day 6 – Shanghai
Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, The Bund, Peace Hotel photo stop, Oriental Pearl Tower view, and a Huangpu River night cruise.
Meals: Hotel breakfast | Hotel: 4-star Shanghai

Day 7 – Shanghai Departure
Transfer to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) for departure.
Meals: Hotel breakfast

Package Included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver throughout
• English-speaking tour guide
• 4-star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
• All entrance fees for listed attractions
• 100% no shopping stops

Free itinerary customization available – contact us on WhatsApp for a tailor-made quote.