Yangzhou Old Canal City & Grand Canal Museum Day Trip

Fall in love with Yangzhou, one of the Grand Canal's most refined old cities, on this relaxed private day trip from Wuxi. After comfortable hotel pickup in a private air-conditioned car, your English-speaking guide accompanies you on an unhurried, story-rich day.

Begin at Guanyin Mountain (Guanyin Shan), the serene temple complex built on the site of a Sui-dynasty imperial retreat and long known as the 'First Sacred Hill.' Tucked away from the crowds, its layered yellow temple walls, birdsong and gentle breezes make for a peaceful, contemplative start to the day.

Next, head to Dongguan Street, one of the best-preserved historic commercial streets along China's Grand Canal and named among the country's top ten historic cultural streets. This is the heart of authentic, everyday Yangzhou - wander at leisure, browse, and graze your way through local snacks and classic Huaiyang flavours over lunch. Your guide can also point you to nearby gems like the photogenic Siwang Pavilion and the artsy lanes of Pishi Street, full of cafes, bookshops and small eateries.

In the afternoon, visit the magnificent China Grand Canal Museum - born of the canal and devoted to its story. With a dozen themed halls blending technology and design, it has become a must-see highlight (advance reservation via its WeChat account is recommended; your guide will assist). It's a calm, culture-focused day with no hiking, your private car and guide for the whole outing, and a comfortable evening return to your Wuxi hotel.

Bei den meisten Touren kostenlose Stornierung bis 24 Std. vor Beginn. Genaue Bedingungen werden bei der Buchung angezeigt.