GIANG NAM NIGHT DIARY TOUR: SHANGHAI - HANGZHOU - SUZHOU - WUZHEN 4 DAYS 4 NIGHTS | DEPARTURES IN APRIL, MAY, JUNE.
Highlights
The Giang Nam Night Diary tour takes travelers to explore the most beautiful destinations in the Jiangnan region with a 4-day, 4-night itinerary. Departing from modern Shanghai, travelers will visit poetic Hangzhou with its famous West Lake, ancient Suzhou with its beautiful gardens, and conclude the journey in Wuzhen – an ancient water town by the river. The tour offers a rich Chinese cultural experience, combining the traditional and modern beauty of this country.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
- The Four Great Scholars: Follow in the footsteps of Tang Bohu, Wen Zhengming, Zhu Zhishan, and Xu Zhenqing.
- The Four Great Beauties: Visit the hometown of Xi Shi, famous for the beauties of ancient times.
- The Four Famous Gardens: Explore the Humble Administrator's Garden and the Lingering Garden in Suzhou.
- The Four Famous Embroidery Guilds: Visit the famous silk villages in Suzhou.
- The Four Great Embroideries: Admire the works of famous embroidery artisans in Suzhou.
- The Four Great Folk Legends: Listen to stories like the Butterfly Lovers (Liang Shanbo - Zhu Yingtai).
- The Four Great Ancient Towns: Visit Wuzhen, Fenghuang, and Lijiang.
- The Four Famous Lakes: Cruise on West Lake - famous in legends.
- The Four Famous Teas: Enjoy Longjing and Tieguanyin tea.
- The Four Great Cities: Stay in Shanghai, the Pearl of the Orient.
TOUR PRICING (All-inclusive price applicable for individual travelers joining a group tour):
| DEPARTURE DATE | TOUR PRICE (Adults 11 years old and above) | TOUR PRICE (Children from 2 to under 11 years old) | TOUR PRICE (Infants under 2 years old) | |
| April | 07, 14 , 21 | 11.950.000 | 10.750.000 | 3.550.000 |
28 (Holiday Apr 30 & May 01) | 16.950.000 | 15.250.000 | 5.050.000 | |
| May | 05 , 12 , 19, 26 | 11.950.000 | 10.750.000 | 3.550.000 |
| June | 02 , 09 | 11.950.000 | 10.750.000 | 3.550.000 |
| 16, 23, 30 | 12.950.000 | 11.650.000 | 3.850.000 | |
Detailed itinerary
16:25: The car and tour guide will pick you up at the meeting point to transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. Check in for flight VJ3900 SGN – PVG departing at 19:45 and scheduled to arrive in Shanghai at 00:55. During the flight, you will enjoy a delicious light meal.
Upon arrival at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, you will complete immigration procedures for China. Afterward, the group will transfer to the hotel for check-in and rest after a long journey.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Shanghai.
Morning: Check out and enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. The exciting Jiangnan journey begins with a bus drive to Wuzhen – one of the Four Great Ancient Towns of China. Here, you will feel the serene beauty of ancient Chinese architecture. During the tour, you will visit:
- Wuguan Ancient Town High Tower: Unique architecture in the signature "Small Bridge – Flowing Water – Resident Houses" style.
- East - South - West - North Scenic Area (Dong-Nan-Xi-Bei Zha): Explore sections with unique characteristics and functions.
- Stone Bridges: Visit a network of dozens of interconnected stone bridges, creating a unique labyrinth.
Noon: The group will have lunch at a local restaurant before traveling to Hangzhou. Along the way, you will visit:
- Suzhou Silk Shop: Learn about the ancient process of sericulture and mulberry cultivation, and explore exquisite silk products and handmade embroidery. Suzhou is known as the "silk capital" and one of the Four Famous Embroideries of China, renowned for its silk weaving techniques.
Evening: The group will enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before checking in to the hotel. You are free to explore Hangzhou's ancient streets or enjoy the "Songcheng Romantic Show" – a spectacular performance recreating famous history and legends of Song Dynasty China, including Yue Fei and the legend of the Green Snake and White Snake (expenses at your own account).
Overnight stay in Hangzhou.
Morning: Check out and enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. The group will begin the tour visiting West Lake, one of the famous Four Great Lakes. You will stroll across two famous bridges, the Broken Bridge (Duanqiao) and Long Bridge (Changqiao), witnesses to the romantic tales of Liang-Zhu and Xu Xian-Bai Niang. Next, you will take a boat cruise on the rippling waters of West Lake, immersing yourself in poetic scenery as legendary poets Bai Juyi and Su Dongpo once did.
During the program, the group will visit Three Pools Mirroring the Moon (Santan Yin Yue) – ancient stone pagodas used to measure tides, and Leifeng Pagoda, the tallest and oldest iconic tower in Hangzhou. Continuing the journey, you will explore the Su Causeway (Sudi) Pedestrian Street – a romantic willow-shaded path, ideal for taking in the scenic West Lake views. In particular, you will visit Longjing Tea Village, producer of one of the world-famous imperial tribute teas.
Noon: The group enjoys a traditional lunch at a local restaurant. En route to Suzhou, the group will visit Hanshan Temple (Cold Mountain Temple), an ancient temple dating back to the 6th century, originally known as Miaoli Puming Tower Court before being renamed during the Tang Dynasty.
Next, the group will visit Couples' Retreat Garden (Ou Yuan), built during the reign of Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty. Ou Yuan was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2000 and is a prominent national tourist spot in China (boat ride fee at your own expense).
Evening: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and return to the hotel for check-in. You are free to explore the Shantang Street Scenic Area (Shili Shantang) – a pedestrian street with a history of nearly 1,200 years in Suzhou, featuring lined ancient shops and inns that recreate an atmosphere straight out of historical period dramas.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Suzhou.
Morning: Complete check-out procedures and enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. The group will depart for Shanghai to visit:
- Trung Nguyen Legend Coffee World Shanghai: Here, you have the opportunity to enjoy specialty coffee (expenses at your own account).
- Lujiazui Commercial Center: Located on the banks of the Huangpu River, this is an ideal check-in spot for those who love vibrant city atmospheres.
Noon: The group will have lunch at a local restaurant before continuing the tour:
- City God Temple Pedestrian Street: Visit brown wooden houses with intricately carved curved roofs, an ideal place for sightseeing and shopping.
- Nanjing Road (China's No. 1 Commercial Street): One of the city's busiest shopping districts with over 100 years of history, blending modern department stores with charming colonial architecture.
- Shanghai Jade & Jewelry Center: Learn about precious jade gemstones and select unique jewelry pieces for yourself.
Evening: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Afterward, the bus and tour guide will transfer you to the airport to complete departure procedures for flight VJ3901 PVG - SGN departing at 01:55 and arriving in Ho Chi Minh City at 05:40.
Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, the tour leader will bid you farewell and look forward to seeing you on future trips.
Included
- Round-trip direct international flights from HCMC - Shanghai
- Outbound flight: VJ3900 SGN - PVG 19:45 - 00:55
Inbound flight: VJ3901 PVG - SGN 01:55 - 05:40
Includes 07kg of carry-on baggage and 20kg of checked baggage.
- Airport taxes of both countries, aviation security insurance, and fuel surcharges.
- China group entry visa.
- Local 4-star hotels. Standard of 2 - 3 guests/room:
- Shanghai: Vienna Itnl Hotel Shanghai Pudong (or equivalent)
- Hangzhou: Wyndham Hangzhou Hotel (or equivalent)
- Suzhou: Suzhou Yajie Hotel (or equivalent)
- Meals as per itinerary, including:
- 01 light dinner on board
- 03 breakfasts at the hotels
- 06 main meals featuring traditional dishes and local specialties
- Modern, convenient, and comfortable tourist coach for the sightseeing journey.
- Entrance tickets to sightseeing spots as per the itinerary.
- Vietnamese tour leader and local tour guide accompanying the group throughout the itinerary.
- Travel insurance.
Not included
- Passport (must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of return to Vietnam).
- VAT invoice.
- Excess baggage fees according to airline regulations.
- Corkage fees for bringing alcohol or soft drinks into restaurants (if any).
- Personal expenses (telephone, laundry, drinks from the mini-bar, etc.).
- Any personal expenses not mentioned in the inclusions section.
- Food and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary.
- TOUR CANCELLATION CONDITIONS:
- After deposit, if the customer cancels the tour, the deposit will be forfeited.
- Cancellation after registration: 100% deposit penalty (+ visa fee, if any).
- Cancellation 10 days prior: 75% penalty of total tour price (+ visa fee, if any) & (Calculated based on working days).
- After the above period: 100% penalty of total tour price (+ visa fee, if any) & (Calculated based on working days).
The cancellation period is calculated based on working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, and must be confirmed by the Company. Cancellation of the trip must be notified directly to the company or via fax/email and must be confirmed by the company. Cancellation by phone is not accepted.