china

7 Days / 6 Nights
Destinations: Suzhou • Wuzhen • Hangzhou
From $1,180/person

Waterways & Wonder

Peaceful, poetic, and picturesque — explore China's most charming water towns and tea-growing hills. Perfect for a slower pace.

Day 1

Arrive Suzhou – garden tour

Day 2

Canal boat + silk market

Day 3

Transfer to Wuzhen – explore ancient town

Day 4

Free day or optional cooking class

Day 5

Head to Hangzhou – West Lake

Day 6

Dragon Well Tea Village

Day 7

Depart

General Information

This tour is all about the calm side of China — water towns, slow boats, quiet streets, and lake views. Perfect for travelers who love slower-paced travel and beautiful details. Start in Suzhou with its intricate gardens and canals, then glide through the ancient water town of Wuzhen, and end in Hangzhou, where West Lake’s beauty has inspired poets for centuries. This journey offers a step into the rhythm of old China, preserved and poetic. You’ll sip tea with locals, shop for silk, and ride riverboats under red lanterns. It’s gentle, atmospheric, and completely charming. Expect traditional inns, flavorful meals, and plenty of quiet beauty. Ideal for couples, photographers, or anyone needing a peaceful reset.

Included and Optional Services

Included Services

Boutique stays
Boat rides & museum entries
English-speaking guide
Daily breakfasts

Optional Extras

Traditional Boat Ride in Suzhou: Take a private boat ride through Suzhou’s picturesque canals, accompanied by a local guide.
Wuzhen Night Tour: See the magical lights of Wuzhen as the town comes alive at night.
Private West Lake Cruise in Hangzhou: Experience West Lake from a private boat, complete with a local guide to share the area's history.
Hangzhou Tea Tasting: Visit a famous tea house to sample and learn about Hangzhou's famous green tea.

Tips

Bring cash for small local shops
Suzhou = paradise for artists
Take it slow — this tour is all about the vibe

Region Overview

This tour flows through the poetic water towns and lakeside cities of the lower Yangtze Delta. Suzhou, often called the "Venice of the East," is full of ancient canals, beautiful bridges, and private gardens from imperial times. It’s elegant and quiet, a place that values balance and design. From there, you'll float into Wuzhen, one of China’s best-preserved water towns. The town is a maze of stone streets, arched bridges, and wooden houses perched over water — especially magical at night. Finally, you'll arrive in Hangzhou, where rolling tea hills surround the tranquil West Lake. These cities are deeply connected to Chinese poetry, art, and slow living. If you're drawn to peaceful beauty, historical villages, and the sound of water everywhere — this region is a dream. It's also perfect for couples, photographers, or travelers who prefer serenity over speed.

Ready to explore China’s beautiful canals and rivers?

If you love peaceful waters, beautiful architecture, and slow-paced travel, this is your tour. From Suzhou’s stunning classical gardens to Wuzhen’s picturesque waterways and Hangzhou’s tranquil West Lake, you’ll experience China’s most serene and picturesque spots. It's a beautiful blend of history, nature, and culture.

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