China's Jiangnan region is renowned for its breathtaking beauty. With its picturesque landscapes, serene water towns, and lush gardens, Jiangnan offers a captivating blend of natural and cultural wonders. From the tranquil canals of Suzhou to the misty hills of Hangzhou, every corner of Jiangnan showcases the timeless charm of traditional Chinese architecture and the enchanting allure of its scenic vistas. Visitors can immerse themselves in the poetic atmosphere of West Lake, wander through ancient streets lined with willow trees, and marvel at the elegance of classical gardens. Jiangnan truly captivates the senses and leaves a lasting impression of its idyllic beauty.
Auckland Departure (meal onboard)
Dinner
Arrive in Auckland International airport and take flight to China.
Hangzhou – Puyuan
Lunch
Dinner
Pick up from Hangzhou Airport, then depart for Tongxiang Puyuan. "Step into a painting in a day, and dream back to a thousand years." Puyuan Fashion Ancient Town is characterized by its Southern Song Dynasty architectural style. The area is crisscrossed with waterways, and it still retains the Jiangnan water town features of "parallel water and land routes," "riverside streets," and "buildings along the river." The well-preserved checkerboard-patterned streets, riverside corridors, and courtyard spaces create a charming water town landscape.
Hotel Accommodation: Pujing Hotel 5 star or similar
Puyuan - Wuxi
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy free time at leisure. At 10:00 AM, depart by car to Wuxi. Upon arrival, have lunch. After lunch, visit the Lingshan Grand Buddha scenic area, home to the world's largest standing bronze Buddha statue. The serene layout, grand architecture, and exquisite craftsmanship provide an unparalleled visual and spiritual experience. Then, visit the Zisha (Purple Clay) Museum.
Hotel Accommodation: Youxiangjia Hotel 5 star or similar
Wuxi
Breakfast
Lunch
After breakfast, visit Three Kingdoms City at Taihu Lake, where you will take an ancient warship to tour the lake and watch a live-action horse battle show at the historical battlefield. Next, visit the Wuxi Pearl Exhibition Center. For lunch, enjoy a special meal featuring wonton and xiaolongbao. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on the Ancient Canal at Nanchang Street, followed by free time to explore the area. For dinner, experience local snacks and delicacies at your own pace.
Hotel Accommodation: Youxiangjia Hotel 5 star or similar
Wuxi – Suzhou
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
After breakfast, depart by car to Suzhou. Upon arrival, visit the Master of the Nets Garden, a famous classical Chinese private garden. After lunch, explore Panmen Gate, the only remaining land and water gate in existence. Then, visit Shantang Street to experience the life of Suzhou's waterside residents.
Hotel Accommodation: Suyuan Garden Hotel 5 star or similar
Suzhou – Shanghai
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
After breakfast, visit the Suzhou Silk Factory.
Then, depart by car to Shanghai. After lunch, explore The Bund, located along the Huangpu River in the heart of Shanghai. The west side features 52 buildings in Gothic, Romanesque, Baroque, and various other architectural styles, earning it the nickname "World Architecture Expo" and making it a beautiful scenic spot.
Visit Yu Garden, a classical Jiangnan garden originally built during the Jiajing and Wanli periods of the Ming Dynasty, covering over 30 acres. Yu Garden is well-known for its well-planned greenery, appropriate plant arrangements, distinct layers, ancient trees, large bonsai displays, and flower arrangements. The halls, pavilions, and terraces are arranged in a charming manner.
After dinner, you may choose to watch a Shanghai acrobatics show (optional, NZD 80 per person).
Hotel Accommodation: Yiting Hotel Yuanzhou 4.5 star or similar
Shanghai – Hangzhou
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
After breakfast, visit People's Square and Nanjing Road in Shanghai. Then, explore the World Cultural Heritage Art Exhibition Center. After lunch, depart by car to Hangzhou.
In the afternoon, visit the West Lake scenic area: Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor, Boat Ride on West Lake, Su Causeway, and Leifeng Pagoda from a distance. West Lake is renowned both in China and abroad for its beautiful scenery and lush vegetation. Ancient Chinese poets and scholars often visited and composed many famous poems and stories here.
The well-known Chinese legend of "The Legend of the White Snake" has made Hangzhou's West Lake even more famous. After dinner, check into the hotel.
Hotel Accommodation: Holiday Inn Hotel 4 star or similar
Hangzhou
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
After breakfast, visit the Hangzhou International Expo Center, the main venue for the 11th G20 Summit. This key project in Zhejiang Province covers a planned construction area of 840,000 square meters and includes five functional areas: an exhibition center, conference center, comprehensive property, rooftop garden (urban living room), and underground commercial area and parking garage.
After lunch, visit the Liuhe Pagoda and explore Meijiawu Tea Plantation, where you can taste Hangzhou's famous Longjing tea.
Hotel Accommodation: Holiday Inn Hotel 4 star or similar
Hangzhou – Auckland
Breakfast
Lunch
After breakfast, enjoy free time shopping and exploring the Qinghefang Ancient Street. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Auckland.
| Twin Share | Single | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per person* AKL - AKL | $1,999 | $385 |
*Itinerary and costs subject to change. Airline, fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment
