5-Day Nanjing Discovery Tour from Nanjing to Suzhou

Tour Highlights
• Admire Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, the final resting place of the founder of the Republic of China
• Visit Meiling Palace, once the home of China’s former president Chiang Kai-shek and his wife Soong Mayling
• Explore Xiaoling Tomb of Ming Dynasty, the mausoleum of the Hongwu Emperor, the founder of the Ming dynasty
• Visit Linggu Temple, first built in 515, described as 'the best Buddhist temple in the world'
• Wander through the bustling streets around Confucian Temple Area, enjoy an impressive view over Qinhuai River
• Visit Presidential Palace, the Office of the President of the Republic of China from 1927 to 1949
• Visit Zhonghua Gate, China’s biggest castle-style city gate and part of Nanjing's original 35km long Ming City Wall
• Visit Chaotian Gong, once an imperial palace in the Ming dynasty, today the Nanjing Municipal Museum
• Wander through Suzhou's Humble Administrator's Garden, the finest garden in all of southern China
• Take your time at the Suzhou Museum, designed by the universally well-known architect Mr. Ieoh Ming Pei
• Visit Panmen Gate, the oldest city gate of Suzhou and the only existing water and land gate in China
• Admire Tiger Hill, the oldest pagoda in Suzhou (2,500 years old) nicknamed the Leaning Tower of China
• Stroll along Shantang Street, a window of Wu Culture and a platform to experience the lifestyle of Suzhou

Tour Itinerary at a Glance
• Day 1 Arrival in Nanjing, Nanjing Airport or Train Station Transfer
• Day 2 Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Meiling Palace, Xiaoling Tomb, Linggu Temple, Confucian Temple Area
• Day 3 Presidential Palace, Zhonghua Gate, Chaotian Gong of Nanjing, Bullet Train to Suzhou
• Day 4 Humble Administrator's Garden, Suzhou Museum, Panmen Gate, Tiger Hill, Shantang Street
• Day 5 Departure from Suzhou, Transfer to Suzhou Train Stations

Hotels & Meals
• 2 nights of accommodations at 4-star Holiday Inn Nanjing Aqua City or similar
• 2 nights of accommodations at 4-star Xiangxuehai Hotel Suzhou Youlian (former Holiday Inn Suzhou Youlian) or similar
• Daily hotel breakfast included, lunch & dinner on your own

Price Remarks
• Prices are not valid during National Day (Oct 1-7), Chinese New Year, and Labor Day (May 1-5).
• Prices are based on double/twin/triple occupancy at the suggested hotels.
• A single supplement is charged for single room occupancy.

Price Inclusions
• Second class bullet train tickets.
• Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast.
• Professional English language speaking tour guide.
• Air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver.
• Admission tickets to sightseeing places.
• All government taxes.

Price Exclusions
• Your personal expenses.
• Tour guide for departure transfer.
• Lunches & dinners are excluded allowing you flexibility on menu.
• Travel insurance is not included. Please purchase before your trip to provide for any unforeseen circumstances.
• Gratuities to guide & driver. They are customary and would be of great encouragement and reward for quality service.

Additional Information
• Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• The itinerary is subject to change due to traffic conditions or bad weather.
• The itinerary is flexible; changes can be made upon written request from travelers.
• Advice on Meals: Please feel free to ask your guide for recommendations on authentic local food.
• IMPORTANT: It is required by the government regulations that all travellers must provide their name, gender, nationality, passport number and date of birth to their tour operator upon booking a tour. Failure to do so could result in being denied access or admittance to sites and attractions during sightseeing. When you book this tour, please complete all required fields at checkout. Please bring your passport with you on the tour.

Cancellation Policy
• Cancellations made 31 days or more before departure will receive a 100% refund.
• Cancellations made 22-30 days before departure will incur a 10% fee.
• Cancellations made 15-21 days before departure will incur a 30% fee.
• Cancellations made 8-14 days before departure will incur a 50% fee.
• Cancellations made 0-7 days before departure are non-refundable.
• Once the tour commences, there are no refunds for unused services or missed days.
• Cancellation request will be confirmed within 2-5 business days, with refunds issued within 14 working days.

Tailor This Transfer to Meet Your Needs
• If you've booked your own hotel, prefer a different stay, or wish to modify this itinerary, contact us via WhatsApp (+86 139 1083 0737) or email (info@GrandChinaTravel.com), and we'll craft a personalized tour just for you.

Know Before You Go
• This tour starts in Nanjing, ends in Suzhou
• Chaotian Gong (Nanjing Municipal Museum) is closed on Monday tours.
• Suzhou Museum is closed on Monday tours.
• Keep your passport with you throughout the tour; it may be needed to buy entrance tickets.
• Meals are not included; please feel free to ask your guide for recommendations.
• Tour guide's name and contact information will be confirmed via WhatsApp or email.
• Your guide will greet you in the airport/train station arrival hall with a GGC pickup sign displaying your name.

Day 1 Arrival in Nanjing, Nanjing Airport or Train Station Pick-up
Meet your guide at Nanjing airport or train stations and transfer to your hotel in a comfortable private vehicle. After getting settled at the hotel, you may explore Nanjing on your own. Situated in the Yangtze River Delta region, Nanjing has a prominent place in Chinese history and culture, having served as the capital of various Chinese dynasties, kingdoms and republican governments dating from the 3rd century to 1949. Nanjing is recognized as one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China.

Meals Included: No meals
Hotel: 4-star Holiday Inn Nanjing Aqua City or similar

Day 2 Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Meiling Palace, Xiaoling Tomb, Linggu Temple, Confucian Temple Area
Morning visit to Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum. Sun Yat-sen is known as the father of modern China and influential in overthrowing the Qing dynasty in 1911. With deep historical significance, magnificent architecture, and beautiful scenery, Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum is a must see when visiting Nanjing. Next, visit Meiling Palace, once considered the No. 1 Mansion in the Far East. Meiling Palace was built in 1934 as a birthday gift by Chiang Kai-shek (President of China) for his wife Soong Mayling who was named by Life magazine in 1937 as 'the most powerful woman in the world'). This beautiful villa combines classical Chinese architecture with modern western elements. Then, stroll along the tree-lined 618 meter long Sacred Way, lined with stone statues of lions, camels, elephants and horses that drive away evil spirits and guard the Xiaoling Tomb of Ming Dynasty where the founding emperor of the Ming dynasty was buried. Continue with a visit to Linggu Temple, described as 'the best Buddhist temple in the world'. Afterwards, wander around the Confucian Temple Area to enjoy an impressive view of the beautiful Qinhuai River.

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
Hotel: 4-star Holiday Inn Nanjing Aqua City or similar

Day 3 Presidential Palace, Chaotian Gong of Nanjing, Zhonghua Gate, Bullet Train to Suzhou
Visit the Presidential Palace in the morning. Presidential Palace is one of the largest surviving complex of modern Chinese (1840-1949) buildings. The site was used for provincial government buildings during the Qing Dynasty, the Celestial Palace during Taiping Rebellion period, the Office of the President of the Republic of China before the republic relocated to Taiwan in 1949. Walk the same corridors of power that were trodden by Chinese political luminaries such as Sun Yat-Sen and Chiang Kai Shek, look into the same meeting rooms where they held fort all those years ago, and enjoy gardens and ponds within the walls of the compound. Continue with a visit to Chaotian Gong, once an imperial palace in the Ming dynasty, and today the Nanjing Municipal Museum. Then, visit Zhonghua Gate, one of the best preserved and most intricate barbicans in the world. Zhonghua Gate is part of the 35 kilometer City Wall of Nanjing built between 1366 and 1386. Take bullet train to Suzhou (approximately 70 minutes) late in the afternoon.

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
Hotel: 4-star Xiangxuehai Hotel Suzhou Youlian (former Holiday Inn Suzhou Youlian) or similar

Day 4 Humble Administrator's Garden, Suzhou Museum, Panmen Gate, Tiger Hill, Shantang Street
Visit the UNSCO World Heritage Site of Humble Administrator's Garden in the morning. The Humble Administrator's Garden is the largest garden in Suzhou and considered to be the finest garden in all of southern China. Next, visit Suzhou Museum said to be the last design of the Chinese-American architect Mr. Ieoh Ming Pei in his career. As a native of Suzhou, Mr. Ieoh Ming Pei combines traditional Suzhou architectural style and places the museum between the courtyards to harmonize the building with its surrounding environment. Continue with a visit to Panmen Gate which is the original entrance to the city of Suzhou and is said to boast a history spanning 2,400 years. Then, admire Tiger Hill, the oldest pagoda in Suzhou (2,500 years old) nichnamed the Leaning Tower of China. Afterwards, stroll along the 1200 year old Shantang Street with old residences and shops selling snacks and handcrafts, like wood engravings and embroideries. Watch wooden boats floating under small arched bridges, which add even more charm to this nostalgic part of town dating back to the Tang Dynasty.

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
Hotel: 4-star Xiangxuehai Hotel Suzhou Youlian (former Holiday Inn Suzhou Youlian) or similar

Day 5 Departure from Suzhou, Transfer to Suzhou Train Stations
Private transfer (without guide) to Suzhou train stations for your departure train. Wish you a pleasant journey and thank you for traveling with GoGrandChina.

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel