Jiangnan classical gardens, former imperial capitals and the West Lake water towns.

Jiangnan Water Towns Line Shanghai-Suzhou-Wuxi-Nanjing-Hangzhou

Also known as: Jiangsu Southeast Line

Jiangnan classical gardens, former imperial capitals and the West Lake water towns.

City loop 7 days Jiangsu, Shanghai, Zhejiang 3-5, Sep–Nov

Route Introduction

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Why This Route Exists
The historical & geographical answer to why this route came to be
  • Jiangnan classical gardens
  • former imperial capitals and the West Lake water towns.

At a Glance

Suggested days 7 days
Cities 5
Provinces Jiangsu, Shanghai, Zhejiang
Difficulty 🟡 Moderate
Best months 3-5, Sep–Nov
Best for Great for city explorers, fans of Jiangnan culture, and photographers
Jiangnan Water Towns Line: Shanghai-Suzhou-Wuxi-Nanjing-Hangzhou 上海 → 苏州 → 无锡 → 南京 → 杭州
Time Place / plan Category Duration Transfer Note
Day 1 Shanghai
Day 2 Suzhou
Day 3 Wuxi
Day 4 Nanjing
Day 5 Hangzhou

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