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8-day Chinese tea, silk & porcelain tour
Trip Introduction
🗓️ duraTION: 8 days / 7 NIGHTS all year round
🌎 China: shanghai-suzhou-hangzhou-jingdezhen-Shanghai
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day cultural journey through the heart of China’s most iconic artistic traditions. This meticulously designed tour invites you to explore the ancient crafts of tea, silk, and porcelain - three pillars of Chinese heritage that remain vibrant to this day. From modern metropolises to serene countryside landscapes, this trip offers a perfect blend of hands-on experiences, historical insights, and breathtaking scenery. Best of all, this tour is designed to be enjoyed year-round, with each season offering its own unique charm and opportunities for immersion.
spring highlights
Visit in April to participate in the cherished tradition of tea picking! As the spring buds sprout, you’ll have the opportunity to hand-select tea leaves at the famed Meijiawu Tea Plantation in Hangzhou, followed by a session learning the art of roasting and tasting Dragon Well tea. It’s an authentic experience you can only get in spring.
Trip code: CBT250801
Itinerary
🥢 Meal Codes: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
Day 1: shanghai
Arrive at Shanghai PVG Airport, where you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel.
Settle in and enjoy the evening at your leisure in this dynamic metropolis.Accommodation: Shanghai (2 nights)
Day 2: Shanghai Highlights (B, L)
After breakfast, embark on a city tour featuring the historic Bund, bustling Nanjing Road, and serene Yuyuan Garden.
Cap the day with panoramic views from the Shanghai Tower.
Day 3: Suzhou Silk → Hangzhou (B, L)
Hotel breakfast.Check out and drive to Suzhou, renowned for its silk heritage. Visit a silk workshop to learn about this ancient craft before continuing to Hangzhou.Accommodation: Hangzhou (2 nights)
Day 4: Hangzhou Tea Culture (B, L)
Hotel breakfast.Discover Hangzhou's tea traditions at Meijiawu Tea Plantation, where you'll participate in tea picking and a tasting session.
Afternoon visit to the vibrant Hangzhou Silk Market.
Day 5: West Lake → Jingdezhen (B, L)
Hotel breakfast.Morning visit to picturesque West Lake and the China National Silk Museum.
Later, take a high-speed train to Jingdezhen, the porcelain capital of China.Accommodation: Jingdezhen (2 nights)
Day 6: Jingdezhen Ceramics Discovery (B, L)
Hotel breakfast.Immerse yourself in Jingdezhen's ceramic heritage with visits to the Ancient Kiln Museum, China Ceramic Museum, and Imperial Kiln archaeological site.
Day 7: Hands-On Ceramics → Return to Shanghai (B, L)
Hotel breakfast.
Try your hand at pottery making in Sanbao Ceramic Village and browse Porcelain Street for souvenirs. Return to Shanghai via high-speed train in the afternoon.Accommodation: Shanghai (1 night)
Day 8: Departure (B)
Hotel breakfast.Enjoy breakfast before transferring to the airport for your onward flight.Trip ends.
Tour details
tour duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
size of group
Daily departure, min. 2 (guaranteed)
accommodation
- 7 nights including daily hotel breakfast.
- Choose your preferred class: Comfort, Deluxe, or Boutique
Meals
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches
- Dinners are not included to allow for flexibility; our guides will recommend local options en route.
- Happy to arrange more culinary experiences upon request.
Internal transport
- High-Speed Train (Standard seat): Hangzhou → Jingdezhen, Jingdezhen → Shanghai
- Private vehicle or car: Shanghai → Suzhou, Suzhou → Hangzhou
- Transfers: All airport and train station to hotel round-trip transfers by private vehicle.
sightseeing & Activities
- All mentioned tours and excursions
- Includes: All first-entry admission tickets to sights.
- Tea Ceremony & tea picking experience
- Pottery DIY in Jingdezhen
- Guide Service: Professional local English-speaking guide service in each city.
- Spanish, Italian, and German-speaking guides available upon request (may require an additional fee).
Travel moments
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