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Two-day tour

Blog / 11/26/2024

As an international metropolis in China, Shanghai is rich in tourism resources and various recreational activities. If you have two days to travel in Shanghai, the following is a recommended itinerary:

The first day:

Morning:

Sightseeing on the Bund: In the morning, you can go to the Bund first, which is one of the landmark attractions in Shanghai. You can enjoy the skyscrapers in Pudong on the other side of Huangpu River and a row of European-style buildings from the end of 19th century to the beginning of 20th century. There won't be too many people in the morning, so you can take a leisurely walk and enjoy the Shanghai style under the morning light.

Nanjing East Road Pedestrian Street: You can walk from the Bund to Nanjing East Road Pedestrian Street, which is one of the most prosperous commercial streets in Shanghai. You can go shopping and experience the shopping atmosphere in Shanghai.

Noon:

Taste Shanghai snacks in Yuyuan Mall: Lunch can be settled in Chenghuangmiao Snack Street near Yuyuan Mall, where there are various traditional Shanghai snacks, such as steamed buns, fried pork ribs and rice cakes.

Afternoon:

Yu Garden Tour: After dinner, you can visit Yu Garden, which is a typical Jiangnan garden with exquisite layout, many ancient buildings and rockery pools. It is a good place to learn about the traditional garden art in China.

Old Wharf Art District: Then you can go to the Old Wharf Art District, which used to be the old warehouse area in Shanghai, and now it has been converted into an art gallery, design studio, restaurant and bar, etc., suitable for leisure strolling.

At night:

Night tour of Huangpu River: After dinner, you can choose to take a cruise on Huangpu River to enjoy the light show on both sides of the strait and experience the charm of Shanghai at night.

The next day:

Morning:

Shanghai Museum/Shanghai Science and Technology Museum: Choose to visit Shanghai Museum or Shanghai Science and Technology Museum according to your personal interests. Shanghai Museum has a large collection of ancient China artworks, while Shanghai Science and Technology Museum is more suitable for tourists who are interested in science.

Noon:

Dining in Tianzifang: Tianzifang is a creative cultural area in Shanghai, where there are many specialty shops and restaurants where you can have lunch.

Afternoon:

Shopping in Tianzifang: After dinner, continue to shop in Tianzifang, where there are many independent designers' studios and handicraft shops, which is a good place to buy souvenirs and special gifts.

Xintiandi: After that, you can go to Xintiandi, a fashionable leisure area integrating shopping, dining and entertainment, with many boutiques and restaurants.

At night:

Oriental Pearl Tower or Shanghai Tower: If time and budget permit, you can choose to climb the sightseeing floor of Oriental Pearl Tower or Shanghai Tower and overlook the night view of Shanghai.

This two-day trip covers the main scenic spots and characteristic areas in Shanghai, so that you can experience the charm of Shanghai as much as possible in a short time. There are many other tourist resources in Shanghai, such as Disneyland and Shanghai Wildlife Park. If you are interested, you can adjust your itinerary according to your personal preferences.

Jiaxing is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Zhejiang Province, which is famous for its historical and cultural city and beautiful water town scenery. Two days and one night is not long, but it is enough for you to experience the essence of Jiaxing. The following is a suggested itinerary and accommodation arrangement:

The first day:

Morning: After arriving in Jiaxing, you can choose to live in the urban area, which is convenient for visiting various scenic spots. After staying in the hotel, go to Nanhu Scenic Area to start your trip to Jiaxing. Nanhu Lake is an important place in the modern history of China, because it was the secret transfer place of the first National Congress in communist party, China. You can take a cruise to visit the South Lake, enjoy the lakes and mountains, and feel the richness of history.

Noon: Taste local specialties near Nanhu Scenic Area, such as Jiaxing Zongzi and Nanhu Fish.

Afternoon: After dinner, go to Yuehe Ancient Town, which is a well-preserved ancient town in the south of the Yangtze River. You can stroll on the stone road in the ancient town, enjoy the antique buildings and experience the leisurely life in the south of the Yangtze River. There are also many handicraft shops and snack bars in the ancient town. You can buy some souvenirs or taste local snacks.

Evening: When you return to the city, you can choose to have dinner in the restaurant in the city and taste more local dishes in Jiaxing. After dinner, you can stroll around the streets of Jiaxing and feel the nightlife of the city.

Accommodation: It is recommended to choose a hotel in the city to facilitate the next day's trip. Jiaxing has all kinds of hotels to choose from, from economy to luxury. Choose according to your budget and preferences.

The next day:

Morning: After breakfast, go to Wuzhen, which is one of the most famous water towns in Jiaxing and a world cultural heritage. Wuzhen is about an hour's drive from Jiaxing city, so you can choose to drive or take public transportation. In Wuzhen, you can visit Muxin Art Museum, Blue Calico Museum and other places to learn about the culture, art and traditional crafts of Wuzhen.

Noon: Taste local special lunches in Wuzhen, such as white shrimp and Wuzhen Sanbai (white fish, white lotus root and cabbage heart).

Afternoon: Continue to visit Wuzhen. You can take a boat to experience the customs of the water town, or look for those hidden historical stories in the alleys of the ancient town. Xizha District in Wuzhen is relatively quiet and suitable for slow tasting.

Evening: Before leaving Wuzhen, you can enjoy a cup of tea in the teahouse of the ancient town and relive the two-day journey.

Evening: Return to Jiaxing City and end the pleasant trip. If time permits, you can also visit the night market in the city or shop in the business district near the hotel.

Accommodation: it is still recommended to live in the city on the second night, so as to leave Jiaxing the next day.

Precautions:

Adjust your itinerary according to the season and weather. You may need sun protection in summer and warmth in winter.

Book tickets for hotels and scenic spots in advance, especially in the tourist season.

Pay attention to the opening hours and traffic information of the scenic spot and plan the trip reasonably.

Respect local culture and customs, protect the environment, and don't litter in scenic spots.

The above itinerary and accommodation arrangements are for reference only, and the specific situation can be adjusted according to personal interests and actual conditions.

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