Grand Journey
13-Day Beijing, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Shanghai & Zhangjiajie
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Relaxed itinerary focused on sights & culture without mandatory shop visits.
Clean, air-conditioned transport and licensed local guide for your party.
Pacing, hotel tiers, and daily activities customized to your exact wishes.
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13-Day Beijing, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Shanghai & Zhangjiajie Highlights
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Journey Overview
Discover this journey your way
A private 13 days journey through Beijing · Suzhou · Hangzhou · Shanghai · Zhangjiajie, with flexible planning and local support.
Adjust dates, hotels and daily rhythm around your interests.
Travel with destination specialists and experienced local guides.
Receive confirmed inclusions and a personalised quotation before booking.
Start with a free inquiry; payment is arranged only after confirmation.
Route Plan
Itinerary at a Glance
Beijing · Suzhou · Hangzhou · Shanghai · Zhangjiajie
| Day | Place | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Beijing | Beijing Olympic Park, Nest& Water Cube |
| Day 2 | Beijing | Tiananmen Square, The Palace Museum & Front Gate Street |
| Day 3 | Beijing→ Suzhou | Shantang Street |
| Day 4 | Suzhou | Nanxun Ancient Town |
| Day 5 | Suzhou→ Hangzhou | West Lake Scenic Area |
| Day 6 | Hangzhou | Mount Huangshan |
| Day 7 | Hangzhou→Shanghai | Lion Peak&Qinghefang Street |
| Day 8 | Shanghai | Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street&The Bund |
| Day 9 | Shanghai | Shanghai Disney Resort |
| Day 10 | Shanghai→Zhangjiajie | Xuhui Riverside&Wukang Road |
| Day 11 | Zhangjiajie | Huangshi Village & Golden Whip Stream |
| Day 12 | Zhangjiajie | Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon & Huanglong Cave |
| Day 13 | Zhangjiajie | Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park |
This itinerary is based on the client-supplied LineA(1).docx route document. Timing and services are confirmed in the personalised proposal.
Day 1Beijing
Highlights: Beijing Olympic Park, Nest& Water Cube
Today we will head to Beijing Olympic Park as our main destination. You will get close views of the iconic Bird’s Nest National Stadium and Water Cube National Aquatics Center. Feel the spirit of the Olympic Games and take plenty of memorable photos around these landmark buildings.
📷 Scenic Spots & Highlights of the Day
Day 2Beijing
Highlights: Tiananmen Square, The Palace Museum & Front Gate Street
Our morning tour starts with a visit to grand Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing city. Afterwards, we will explore the profound history and splendid architecture inside the Palace Museum. In the late afternoon, stroll along Front Gate Street to experience authentic local Beijing lifestyle and snacks.
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Day 3Beijing → Suzhou
Highlights: Shantang Street
In the morning, we take a train to Suzhou. In Suzhou, we wander along Shantang Street, hailed as "Number One Street in Suzhou" to appreciate delicate water-town architecture and ancient stone bridges, and we linger here through the afternoon to savour authentic Suzhou snacks and gentle Jiangnan waterfront charm.
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Day 4Suzhou
Highlights: Nanxun Ancient Town
We wander through the time-honored lanes of Nanxun Ancient Town in the morning to capture poetic landscapes typical of Jiangnan water towns, and we spend our afternoon moving to Hangzhou.
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Day 5Suzhou → Hangzhou
Highlights: West Lake Scenic Area
We stroll around the shore of West Lake, Hangzhou’s premier scenic gem, in the morning to visit classical pavilions and misty lake islets, and we unwind in the afternoon by rippling waters, embracing the timeless poetic beauty of this iconic lake landscape.
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Day 6Hangzhou
Highlights: Mount Huangshan
We hike the winding trails of Mount Huangshan, a prestigious World Natural and Cultural Heritage Site, in the morning to gaze upon grotesque pines and jagged granite peaks, and we wander its cloud-wreathed summits in the afternoon to witness ethereal sea of clouds rolling across mountain ridges.
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Day 7Hangzhou → Shanghai
Highlights: Lion Peak&Qinghefang Street
We climb Lion Peak in the morning for a distant view of the famed rock formation "Monkey Gazing at the Sea", and we stroll bustling Qinghefang Street in the afternoon to explore traditional handicraft shops and sample local Hangzhou delicacies.
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Day 8Shanghai
Highlights: Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street&The Bund
Today, we arrive at Shanghai. we stroll vibrant Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street in the morning to experience Shanghai’s prosperous commercial flair, and we head to The Bund after dusk in the afternoon to admire the city’s world-renowned dazzling riverside night view lined with classic waterfront architectures.
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Day 9Shanghai
Highlights: Shanghai Disney Resort
We dive into the whimsical wonderland of Shanghai Disney Resort in the morning to enjoy thrilling rides and interactive cartoon performances, and we wander its fairy-tale themed zones throughout the afternoon to await the magnificent evening light and fireworks show.
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Day 10Shanghai → Zhangjiajie
Highlights: Xuhui Riverside&Wukang Road
We wander tree-lined Wukang Road and stylish Anfu Road in the morning to admire vintage European villas and chic boutique stores, and we spend the whole afternoon to go to Zhangjiajie.
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Day 11Zhangjiajie
Highlights: Huangshi Village & Golden Whip Stream
MorningHuangshi Village
Enter the core of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and take the cable car to Huangshi Village for broad views across the quartz sandstone peak forest.
AfternoonGolden Whip Stream
Hike beside the clear mountain stream beneath towering stone pillars and enjoy the calm forest atmosphere.
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Day 12Zhangjiajie
Highlights: Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon & Huanglong Cave
Explore Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon in the morning, then enter Huanglong Cave in the afternoon to see its vast chambers and remarkable limestone formations.
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Day 13Zhangjiajie
Highlights: Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
Ride the mountain cableway to Tianmen Mountain, walk the cliffside paths and see Tianmen Cave before the journey concludes.
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What is Included
Price Inclusions & Exclusions
✓ What Is Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle & professional driver
- Licensed English-speaking local tour guide
- All entrance tickets & cable car fees listed in itinerary
- Hand-picked 4-star / 5-star hotel accommodation & daily breakfasts
- High-speed train tickets between cities
- 24/7 emergency support & local travel insurance
✕ What Is Excluded
- International flights & passport / visa fees
- Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, shopping)
- Optional activities & meals not mentioned
- Tips & gratuities for guide and driver (discretionary)
Before You Travel
Trip Notes
The published route is a starting point. We can adjust the pace and experiences after your inquiry.
Transport, guides, tickets and inclusions are listed clearly in your final proposal.
Opening hours and local conditions may require sensible day-to-day adjustments.
Stay Your Way
Accommodation
Accommodation is selected after we understand your preferred comfort level, location and budget. Your proposal will name each recommended hotel, room type and included meals before you confirm.
