Day 1 - Australia / Shanghai

Check in at the airport on your Cathay Pacific/Malaysia Airlines/Thai Airways flight bound for Shanghai. On arrival into Shanghai and after completing any necessary Customs and Immigration formalities you will be met by your friendly China Holidays guide who will transfer you to Ramada Plaza Gateway Shanghai or similar where you will spend four nights.

Day 2 - Shanghai
After breakfast you will depart for a full day tour of Shanghai. Your day will include a visit to the Yu Gardens, the Old Chinatown and of course the Bund. There will also be a visit to the impressive Shanghai Museum. In the evening enjoy a visit to an acrobatic show. (B/L)

Day 3 - Shanghai
Today we start in Pudong with a visit to the Jin Mao Tower where from the observation deck on level 88, an exceptional view of Shanghai can be had. We then make a visit to Xintiandi where unique 'Shikumen' houses dating back from as early as the 1860's have been carefully restored. After lunch there will be some free time before an evening cruise on the Huangpu River where after dark you will experience the neon contrast of the 'old' and the 'new' Shanghai. (B/L/D)

Day 4 - Shanghai / Zhouzhuang / Shanghai
We head out of Shanghai today to the town of Zhouzhuang, one of the more famous water townships in China. It is noted for its profound cultural background, the well preserved ancient residential houses, the elegant watery views and the strong local coloured traditions and customs. (B/L)

Day 5 - Shanghai / Suzhou

This morning you will be transferred to Suzhou. On arrival you will check into Bamboo Grove Hotel or similar where you will stay the night. Today you will visit the Humble Administrator's Garden and the Master of the Nets Garden, two fine examples of classical Chinese oriental gardens. (B/L/D)

Day 6 - Suzhou / Hangzhou

We continue today with a visit to a local Silk Factory and a cruise along the canals before departing for Hangzhou by road. On arrival, check into St. Rich Hotel or similar for two nights. (B/L)

Day 7 - Hangzhou
In Hangzhou you will visit the Lingyin Temple and the Pagoda of Six Harmonies before a relaxing cruise on the West Lake. If time permits there will be a visit to a local tea plantation. (B/L/D)

Day 8 - Hangzhou / Shanghai / Australia
This morning there will be some free time. Then you farewell Hangzhou and China as your guide meets you and transfers you to Shanghai Pudong airport for your onward flight. Check in aboard your Cathay Pacific/Malaysia Airlines/Thai Airways flight bound for home. Welcome home after a fantastic 8 day trip to one of the most fascinating countries on the planet. (B)

* Some departures may require you to depart Australia the day prior to the tour date with an overnight connection.

>> Sydney or Melbourne departure with Air China/China Eastern/China Southern

>> Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne departure with Cathay Pacific/Malaysia Airlines/Thai Airways

>> Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne departure with Singapore Airlines

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