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  • Arrive: Jan. 15, 2027
  • Days: 8                   
  • Tracking code: WCX260227010
  • Discover: Shanghai, Hangzhou

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    Suggested Itinerary Overview for You

    Tour price includes the following hotels, activities, and transport, and visits to attractions are by private car and guide unless otherwise stated.Your guide will pick you up from lobby of your hotel. The guide will confirm the pick-up time the day before. If you prefer to start next day's trip earlier or a little later, please feel free to tell your guide.

    D 1
    Jan. 15, 2027, Arrive in Shanghai

    Transport: Flight (Your arrangements)
    Accommodation: TBA (Your arrangements)
    Today's Activities: Airport to Hotel Transfer (Shanghai), Welcome Dinner: Si Ji He Fu (Yifeng Bund Origin Branch)(USD50/person, no wine), , Evening Pujiang Cruise(from South bund to Yangpu Bridge)
    Meals: Dinner

    D 2
    Jan. 16, 2027, Shanghai

    Accommodation: TBA (Your arrangements)
    Today's Activities: The Bund, Shanghai Tower(including 118th Floor Observation Deck), Lunch:Portman's Restaurant (The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai): "Urban Harves"Garden-Themed Lunch Buffet(USD33/person)--No wine&drinks provided, Era Intersection of Time, Former French Concession Precinct
    Meals: Lunch

    D 3
    Jan. 17, 2027, Shanghai

    Accommodation: TBA (Your arrangements)
    Today's Activities: Hanfu experience for Xu Yan Dinner, Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, Yuyuan Garden, Nanjing Road, Xu Yan (SVIP Seat & First Row), Lunch: Xia Xiao Guan (Jing'an Shangri-La): Premium Cantonese dim sum set)(USD28/person)
    Meals: Lunch,Dinner

    D 4
    Jan. 18, 2027, Shanghai

    Accommodation: TBA (Your arrangements)
    Today's Activities: 10-hour tour guide/van service:Love & Deep Space Anniversary--reservation is on your own arrangement
    Meals: \

    D 5
    Jan. 19, 2027, Shanghai

    Accommodation: TBA (Your arrangements)
    Today's Activities: Qu Shui Lan Ting Spa Experience: A curated 12-Hour Wellness Journey featuring traditional Chinese treatments followed by a private Star-Dining Buffet(with round-way transfer)
    Meals: \

    D 6
    Jan. 20, 2027, Shanghai to Hangzhou

    Transport: Train No. G7623 (Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station - Hangzhou Dong (east) Railway Station) Dep 09:34 - Arr 10:38 (First Class)
    Accommodation: Shangri la Hotel Hangzhou ***** (Deluxe Mountain View Room)
    Today's Activities: Hotel to Train station Transfer (Shanghai), Train station to Hotel Transfer (Hangzhou), Qinghefang Pedestrian Street, Hu Qingyu Hall Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine Museum, Exploring Traditional Wisdom and Intelligent Chinese Medicine
    Meals: Lunch: (CNY 100 per person, included), based on local standards and our experience, this suggested allowance is sufficient for a satisfying meal for most travelers

    D 7
    Jan. 21, 2027, Hangzhou

    Accommodation: Shangri la Hotel Hangzhou ***** (Deluxe Mountain View Room)
    Today's Activities: The West Lake (walking & cruise), Tea Village and Culture Experience, Chenghuang Ge Pavilion(includes tasting lotus root powder)
    Meals: Breakfast,Lunch: (CNY 100 per person, included), based on local standards and our experience, this suggested allowance is sufficient for a satisfying meal for most travelers

    D 8
    Jan. 22, 2027, Hangzhou to Shanghai to Departure City(private transfer: Hangzhou - Shanghai 180KM 2.50 hours)

    Transport: Flight (Your arrangements)
    Accommodation: \
    Today's Activities: Pickup and Transfer to Shanghai Pudong Airport, Departure flights after 2PM
    Meals: Breakfast

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    Detailed Itinerary

    D 1
    Fri Jan. 15, 2027, Arrive in Shanghai

    Transport: Flight (Your arrangements)
    Accommodation: TBA (Your arrangements)
    Today's Activities: Airport to Hotel Transfer (Shanghai), Welcome Dinner: Si Ji He Fu (Yifeng Bund Origin Branch)(USD50/person, no wine), , Evening Pujiang Cruise(from South bund to Yangpu Bridge)
    Meals: Dinner. based on local standards and our experience, this suggested allowance is sufficient for a satisfying meal for most travelers.

    Evening Pujiang Cruise(from South bund to Yangpu Bridge) (1 hour) : A Huangpu River Cruise is one of the best ways to see both old and new Shanghai.

    D 2
    Sat Jan. 16, 2027, Shanghai

    Accommodation: TBA (Your arrangements)
    Today's Activities: The Bund, Shanghai Tower(including 118th Floor Observation Deck), Lunch:Portman's Restaurant (The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai): "Urban Harves"Garden-Themed Lunch Buffet(USD33/person)--No wine&drinks provided, Era Intersection of Time, Former French Concession Precinct
    Meals: Lunch. based on local standards and our experience, this suggested allowance is sufficient for a satisfying meal for most travelers.

    The Bund (40 minutes) : This 1.5-kilometer-long embankment runs along the western bank of Huangpu River. On its west side it is the "architecture gallery" with 52 well-preserved old European style buildings. Once the major trading and commercial center of old Shanghai, the Bund has now taken on new vitality, with futuristic developments, chic restaurants, top end shops and bars offer plenty to see and do-and by night it's magic!

    Tips: Mornings in the Bund are foggy. The best time to visit the Bund is in the afternoon or evening. Lights will be turned off at 22:00.


    Shanghai Tower(including 118th Floor Observation Deck) (1 hour) : It is the world's second-tallest building, with 128 stories or 632 meters (2,073 feet) tall and is a premier Shanghai tourist highlight. • Height: 632 meters (2,073 feet), 123 floors above ground and 5 below ground. • Cost: about 2.4 billion USD • Special features: world's 2nd tallest building, world's highest observation deck (561 meters), world's 2nd highest hotel, world's fastest elevators


    Era Intersection of Time (2 hours) : A stunning multimillion-dollar acrobatic extravaganza and the first of its kind in China, ERA is a multimedia odyssey. The inspiration is drawn from a combination of traditional Chinese acrobatic arts and modern technology. Just like Shanghai , ERA evolves through a constant collision between the past and future. Note: The price may vary from high season to low season, including public holidays.


    Former French Concession Precinct (1 hour) : The former French concession covers the area including Huaihai Road, Fuxing Road, Huashan Road, Ruijin Road, Yandang Road, Taikang Road and Sinan Road. A walking tour in the former French concession will take you to important historical buildings and countless French colonial style buildings. Most buildings are over 100 years old. On clear, warm days, the shadows of the Chenar trees adds a romantic feeling. At night, café, bars and restaurants lure their customers with coffee fragrance.

    The Bund
    The Bund
    The Bund
    The Bund
    French Concession
    French Concession
    Shanghai Tower
    Shanghai Tower
    Shanghai Tower
    Shanghai Tower
    D 3
    Sun Jan. 17, 2027, Shanghai

    Accommodation: TBA (Your arrangements)
    Today's Activities: Hanfu experience for Xu Yan Dinner, Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, Yuyuan Garden, Nanjing Road, Xu Yan (SVIP Seat & First Row), Lunch: Xia Xiao Guan (Jing'an Shangri-La): Premium Cantonese dim sum set)(USD28/person)
    Meals: Lunch, Dinner. based on local standards and our experience, this suggested allowance is sufficient for a satisfying meal for most travelers.

    Zhujiajiao Ancient Town : Shaped like a fan, Zhujiajiao Water Town has hundreds of years of history. Thousands of examples of Ming Dynasty and Qing Dynasty architecture lie on the sides of the lakes and the 36 stone bridges retain their ancient style.


    Yuyuan Garden (1 hour) : Yuyuan Garden is located in the center of Shanghai old quarters. It was a private garden built in 1559 during the Ming Dynasty, with typical Chinese classic architecture and style. The complex covers an area of 2 hectares, with rockeries, pavilions, ponds and corridors. Yuyuan Garden is surrounding by a busy market place, where visitors can find everything from popular local snacks, handicrafts, antiques and souvenirs to some famous time-honored restaurants.

    Tips:

    1. It will be most crowded during the Chinese holiday, when many Chinese people travel at these times.

    2. There are many hawkers at the entrance of Yuyuan Market. If you don't want to buy anything, the most effective way to deal with them is simply ignore them.




    Nanjing Road (40 minutes) : Nanjing Road is the most famous and busiest shopping street in Shanghai. From time-honored traditional Chinese brand stores to international designer boutiques, Nanjing Road is a shopping paradise where you can find everything. There are also many hotels, restaurants, theaters and shopping malls. It's a fascinating glimpse of modern, commercial China.

    Tips: 1. Giving money to one beggar on the road will attract attention from many beggars 2. Beware of people offering to take you to buy discounted products.


    Xu Yan (SVIP Seat & First Row) (2 hours) : Shanghai Xuyan is a rare immersive imperial banquet experience. Blending refined Chinese cuisine, Tang Dynasty–inspired décor, and live theatrical performance, it offers an unforgettable evening that feels transported from another era. You are welcomed into a richly atmospheric setting where performers in traditional costume bring ancient myths to life through dance, music, and poetry. Each beautifully presented dish uses seasonal ingredients and imperial culinary techniques. More than just dinner, Xuyan is a vivid introduction to Chinese culture and history.
    Note: Hanfu is not included, but it can be arranged upon request. Hanfu rental costs an additional RMB 100 per person, or RMB 288 per person with makeup and hairstyling included. Please ask your trip advisor if you’d like to wear Hanfu during your visit.


    Yuyuan Garden
    Yuyuan Garden
    Yuyuan Garden
    Yuyuan Garden
    Nanjing Road
    Nanjing Road
    Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
    Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
    Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
    Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
    D 4
    Mon Jan. 18, 2027, Shanghai

    Accommodation: TBA (Your arrangements)
    Today's Activities: 10-hour tour guide/van service:Love & Deep Space Anniversary--reservation is on your own arrangement

    D 5
    Tue Jan. 19, 2027, Shanghai

    Accommodation: TBA (Your arrangements)
    Today's Activities: Qu Shui Lan Ting Spa Experience: A curated 12-Hour Wellness Journey featuring traditional Chinese treatments followed by a private Star-Dining Buffet(with round-way transfer)

    D 6
    Wed Jan. 20, 2027, Shanghai to Hangzhou

    Transport: Train No. G7623 (Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station - Hangzhou Dong (east) Railway Station) Dep 09:34 - Arr 10:38 (First Class)
    Accommodation: Shangri la Hotel Hangzhou ***** (Deluxe Mountain View Room)
    Today's Activities: Hotel to Train station Transfer (Shanghai), Train station to Hotel Transfer (Hangzhou), Qinghefang Pedestrian Street, Hu Qingyu Hall Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine Museum, Exploring Traditional Wisdom and Intelligent Chinese Medicine
    Meals: Lunch (CNY 100 per person, included). based on local standards and our experience, this suggested allowance is sufficient for a satisfying meal for most travelers.

    Qinghefang Pedestrian Street (1.5 hours) : Qinghefang Pedestrian Street illustrates the long history of Hangzhou in a nutshell. The 460m long, slab-stone street is filled with well preserved ancient two story buildings with traditional red lantern decoration the fronts. Traditional businesses like Chinese Medicine Pharmacies and tea houses operate in the same way as they have done for centuries and museums of many kinds – coin, china and antiques illustrate life in times past. It's a wonderful place for a stroll. You can see pedlar playing the flute, knitting sweaters as well as writing brushes in front of the shopping stores. Here is full of daily life atmosphere.


    Hu Qingyu Hall Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine Museum (1 hour) : The museum is located inside the ancient building complex of Hu Qing Yu Tang, nearby West Lake – a famous traditional Chinese medicine pharmacy. It is a key cultural relics and historic site under the protection of the government. The exhibition halls introduce the origin, development, and application of traditional Chinese medicine and its role in the world history of medicine. You can also visit the nearby clinic to get your qi (energy) diagnosed and watch your herbal prescription being prepared in the pharmacy. If you have a healthy interest in both architecture and Chinese medicine this is a good place to visit.


    Exploring Traditional Wisdom and Intelligent Chinese Medicine (2 hours) : Breathe in the century-old herbal aromas of the Huqingyu Hall Chinese Medicine Museum, where history and the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine come alive. Step into the a TCM Technology Hall for an AI-powered diagnosis—reading your face, tongue, and pulse to create a personalized health report. Shape your own moxa stick by hand, feeling the warmth of an ancient healing art. Then relax into precise robotic moxibustion, where time-honored wisdom meets modern technology to care for your well-being.


    Slightly up-market restaurants : For the meal included in your package, you can choose either Chinese or Western food. Your local guide will recommend restaurants based on your interests and itinerary. These restaurants will be slightly more up-market than the usual local restaurants.

    Hu Qingyu Hall Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine Museum
    Hu Qingyu Hall Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine Museum
    Qinghefang Pedestrian Street
    Qinghefang Pedestrian Street
    Exploring Traditional Wisdom and Intelligent Chinese Medicine
    Exploring Traditional Wisdom and Intelligent Chinese Medicine
    Exploring Traditional Wisdom and Intelligent Chinese Medicine
    Exploring Traditional Wisdom and Intelligent Chinese Medicine
    D 7
    Thu Jan. 21, 2027, Hangzhou

    Accommodation: Shangri la Hotel Hangzhou ***** (Deluxe Mountain View Room)
    Today's Activities: The West Lake (walking & cruise), Tea Village and Culture Experience, Chenghuang Ge Pavilion(includes tasting lotus root powder)
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (CNY 100 per person, included). based on local standards and our experience, this suggested allowance is sufficient for a satisfying meal for most travelers.

    The West Lake (walking & cruise) (1.5 hours) : Steeped in history dating back over 1,200 years, West Lake has served as a source of inspiration for poets, painters, and emperors alike. Glide past verdant hills, delicate bridges, and ancient pagodas, capturing the essence of Chinese landscape painting. The West Lake, with its tranquil waters and picturesque surroundings, has been a beloved destination for centuries. Take a cruise on the West Lake and listen to interesting stories behind the sights, and discover the magic of this place for yourself!


    Tea Village and Culture Experience (3 hours) : Meijiawu Tea Village is the place of origin of the best tea in China — West Lake Dragon Well tea. A local tea farmer will welcome you with traditional tea-pickers' bamboo baskets and hats and accompany you to the tea plantation.
    You will first learn to choose appropriate tea leaves and pick them in the right way. After tea-picking, the tea farmer will show you the process of stir-frying tea. This process dehydrates the leaves and helps preserve their beautiful green color. Then learn the proper way to make a cup of tea.
    After saying goodbye to the tea village, we'll drive to a local restaurant hiding in the tea plantation to enjoy some tea cuisine.


    Chenghuang Ge Pavilion(includes tasting lotus root powder) : It stands on the peak of Wu mountain. Qianlong,a Qing Dynasty emperor was there to enjoy scenery and it can compare with Huanghe Pavilion, Yueyang Pavilion and Tengwangge pavilion. The fours are granted as Four Pavilions in Jiangnan.
    Try a bowl of lotus root powder in the pavilion and get a panoramic view of the West Lake.



    Slightly up-market restaurants : For the meal included in your package, you can choose either Chinese or Western food. Your local guide will recommend restaurants based on your interests and itinerary. These restaurants will be slightly more up-market than the usual local restaurants.

    D 8
    Fri Jan. 22, 2027, Hangzhou to Shanghai to Departure City

    Transport: Flight (Your arrangements)
    Today's Activities: Pickup and Transfer to Shanghai Pudong Airport, Departure flights after 2PM
    Meals: Breakfast

    Pickup and Transfer to Shanghai Pudong Airport : Transfer from hotel to Shanghai Pudong Airport or vice versa with independent car/van .

    Rail Travel

    Railway booking offices do not accept reservations until 10 days (or longer in somespecial periods, like National Day, Labour Day) before departure.

    1. Due to limited availability and high demand of the train tickets, we cannot guarantee first-class or business-class seats 100% of the time. In such cases, we may need to secure second-class seats. If this situation arises, we will refund the price difference accordingly.

    2. Since all the seats are assigned by offical train website system according to ticket availability,we cannot 100% promise that you and your traveling companions will be seated together in the same carriage or adjacent seats, especially during peak seasons.

    3. To secure tickets, we may need to adjust the train schedule based on availability. Any changes will be communicated to you promptly, and we will make every effort to accommodate your travel plans.

    4. Tickets for certain routes may only be available for purchase one day before the departure date.

    5. China Highlights reserves the right to change your tickets to other means of transport if appropriate, which may result in some changes to your schedule.

    Terms and Conditions

    Cancellation policy:
    We understand that plans can change, and we’re sorry to hear if you need to cancel your trip to Asia. Should you need to adjust your travel arrangements, here’s our refund policy:

    Once your trip has begun, we are unable to provide refunds for unused services due to: ​Important Notes​ We aim to be fair and transparent - thank you for trusting us with your journey!

    Company Story

    Victor Shu was a guide in the 90s but was frustrated that travelers, after flying for 10,000 miles, only get to scratch the surface of China, by learning the history and culture in museums, being rushed from A to B, wasting money and time in commission-motivated shops, and eating the same “authentic” Chinese food everyday that has been most likely adjusted to match foreigners' tastes.

    Victor decided to change and show travelers the real, beautiful China and its people. Under the 1 to 1 personal travel consultants and tour guides assistance, travelers can step into and talk to host to learn about Chinese family concept, sit and enjoy the sunset on Great Wall, cook an authentic Chinese dish by themselves, touch and smell the ears of grain in the countryside fields etc., all with the highest flexibility.

    Sep. 27th, 1998, China Highlights was born. From then on, the passion, motto and purpose has been lasting ever since: Discovery Your Way!

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