Spend a wonderful day at the traditional Chinese village of Zhouzhuang, known for its primarily unchanged ancient architecture and lifestyle. Be amazed by the historic archways, snake through canals on a boat, visit historic residences, and simply enjoy a splendid excursion not far from Shanghai.

Begin your tour with a convenient pickup from your hotel. Travel to the province of Jiangsu where you find the town of Zhouzhuang, sometimes referred to as Venice of the East because of its elegant canals lined with residential houses.

Board a Chinese river boat and make your way through the quaint waterways, marvelling at the buildings constructed during the Ming and Qing dynasties, identifiable by their classic courtyards and carved-brick archways. Back on land, visit the luxurious Zhang Hall and Shen Hall—the latter being the private property of a descendant of Shen Wansan, the first millionaire in Jiangnan.

Continue your Zhouzhuang exploration with a spiritual experience at the famous Buddhist monastery—Quanfu Temple. A product of Buddhist expansion during the Song Dynasty, this temple is unlike most Chinese temples as it is surrounded by water lanes instead of walls. Your amazing itinerary is completed with a look around the equally magnificent Taoist Temple opposite Puging Bridge and a traditional Chinese lunch