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Jiangnan Water Towns in 4 Days
Hangzhou · Wuzhen · Xitang · Suzhou
4 days / 3 nights2–12 peopleFrom $590 pp
Trip Highlights
- Evening stroll through Wuzhen Xizha's water town night scene
- Xitang's Misty Rain Corridor and stone-paved old lanes
- Suzhou's Humble Administrator's Garden, China's finest classical garden
- Hanshan Temple bells and the thousand-year Shantang Street
- Pingjiang Road historic quarter for old-Suzhou life
Day-by-Day Itinerary
1
Hangzhou → Wuzhen
Wuzhen- Drive to Wuzhen Xizha (approx. 80 km / 1.5 hrs)
- Wander cobblestone old streets and the Plant-Dye Workshop
- Water market, little bridges and flowing streams
- Dingsheng Bridge and the illuminated water town at dusk
Breakfast included
Stay: Hotel in Wuzhen
2
Wuzhen → Xitang
Xitang- Drive to Xitang ancient town (approx. 50 km / 1 hr)
- Misty Rain Corridor, Shipi Lane and Yongning Bridge
- Songzilaifeng Bridge and original water-town lanes
- Optional hand-rowed boat; evening river views
Breakfast included
Stay: Hotel in Xitang
3
Xitang → Suzhou
Suzhou- Drive to Suzhou (approx. 80 km / 1.5 hrs)
- Humble Administrator's Garden — pavilions, rockeries, water views
- Hanshan Temple — ancient bells and Zen calm
- Evening walk along Qili Shantang Street
Breakfast included
Stay: Hotel in Suzhou
4
Suzhou → Hangzhou
Suzhou- Stroll the Pingjiang Road historic quarter
- Old Suzhou lanes, canals and market life
- Return drive to Hangzhou (approx. 160 km / 2.5 hrs)
Breakfast included
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What's Included
- Comfortable private vehicle throughout
- 3 nights hotel (twin-share) in Wuzhen, Xitang, and Suzhou
- Daily hotel breakfast
- Excellent English-speaking guide service
- First-gate entrance tickets: Wuzhen Xizha (¥150), Xitang (¥95), Humble Administrator's Garden (¥80), Hanshan Temple (¥20)
- Driver/guide meal & lodging allowance, bottled water en route
Not Included
- Lunches and dinners (self-arranged)
- West Lake boat, Wuzhen/Xitang hand-rowed boats, in-park shuttles
- Personal spending and anything not listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How much walking is involved?
Each town is explored on foot over gentle, flat stone paths — typically 2–3 hours per town with plenty of places to rest, eat, and photograph. No hiking is required.
Is this trip good for first-timers to China?
Yes. The water towns are safe, scenic, and easy to navigate with a guide, making this a gentle and rewarding introduction to Jiangnan culture.
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