Based on your itinerary, which includes Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport arrival in the afternoon and a 4-night stay with excursions to West Lake, Cold Mountain Temple (Hanshan Temple), Zhoushi Garden, Wuzhen Ancient Town, and Nanxun Ancient Town, followed by travel to Shanghai.
To make the most of your trip, I recommend the following arrangement:
Day 1: Arrival in Hangzhou
- Arrive at Xiaoshan Airport around noon
- Check-in to the hotel and rest for a while
- Visit West Lake in the afternoon/evening (around 3-6 pm) to enjoy the beautiful scenery and take a leisurely boat ride or stroll around the lake.
Day 2: Hangzhou
- Start the day with breakfast at a local restaurant serving Zhejiang cuisine (try some Dongpo pork, fish steamed in soy milk, or beggar’s chicken)
- Visit Hanshan Temple and Zhoushi Garden in the morning
- After lunch, head to Wuzhen Ancient Town for an afternoon/early evening exploration
Day 3: Hangzhou-Nanxun-Su Hang
- Start early and visit Nanxun Ancient Town (around 9 am-1 pm)
- In the late afternoon, travel to Suzhou (approximately 2.5 hours by car or bus) and check-in to your hotel
- Spend some time exploring the nearby Shantang Ancient Street for dinner, shopping, or just taking in the local atmosphere.
Day 4: Suzhou
- Start with a visit to Humble Administrator’s Garden (), one of China’s most renowned classical gardens
- In the afternoon/evening, take your time strolling around the Pingjiang historical and cultural street (optional)
Day 5: Return to Shanghai
- Depart from Hangzhou-Nanxun or Suzhou (depending on which hotel you chose or a convenient transportation option) for Shanghai (approximately 2-3 hours by car or bus)
- Check-in to your new hotel in Shanghai, rest, and get ready for the next leg of your adventure!
Of course, adjust this itinerary based on your preferences, interests, and energy levels
How does this look to you?