Epic 12-Day China & South Korea Twin-Country Odyssey
From poetic Jiangnan water towns to vibrant modern K-Drama locations
Product Code:MVSP000510
Departure:Shanghai
Duration:12 days
Duration
12 days
Departure
Fixed Dates
Group size
Standard Group (50+)
Transport
Bus/Coach
Guided Language
English, Chinese
Why choose this itinerary?
- Two Countries, One Masterpiece: Seamless combination of East China and South Korea cultural highlights.
- Poetic Jiangnan Exploration: Walk through Puyuan Ancient Town, Huishan, and the legendary West Lake.
- Ultimate K-Drama Experience: Visit iconic filming spots like Nami Island, Petite France, and Dumulmeori.
- Gourmet Extravaganza: Savor Huqingyutang Medicinal Cuisine, Qinhuai Salted Duck, and local market treats.
Visual Itinerary
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- Route Overview
- Day 1: Arrival in Majestic Shanghai – Gateway to the Orient
- Day 2: Shanghai to Poetic Puyuan Ancient Town and Hangzhou City Lights
- Day 3: Hangzhou Tea Fields to Wuxi Huishan Ancient Town and Taihu Lake Feast
- Day 4: Wuxi Pearls to Historic Nanjing – Imperial Ming Walls and Qinhuai Nights
- Day 5: Nanjing Buddhist Wonders to苏州 Suzhou – Panmen Gate and Jinji Lake Skyline
- Day 6: Suzhou Silk Arts to Return to Shanghai – The Bund and Huangpu Night Cruise
- Day 7: Fly from Shanghai to Incheon, South Korea – Crossing the Sea to K-Land
- Day 8: K-Drama Fairytale Romance – Dumulmeori, Nami Island, and Petite France
- Day 9: Peaks to Pop Culture – Seoraksan, Ojukheon, BTS Bus Stop, and Seoul Sky
- Day 10: Royal Heritage to Vibrant Markets – Gyeongbokgung, Bukchon, and Han River Cruise
- Day 11: DMZ Peace Park Exploration to Creative Art – Imjingak and The Painters Show
- Day 12: Farewell South Korea – Concluding a Grand Twin-Country Journey
Daily Discovery Log
Our itinerary is moderately paced, ensuring you can deeply experience the charm of each location.
Insights From Our Expert
Embark on an unforgettable twin-country adventure through the hearts of China and South Korea. Immerse your senses in the timeless, mist-shrouded beauty of Jiangnan's historic water towns before flying across the sea to dive into Korea's rich cultural tapestry, breathtaking mountain peaks, and dazzling modern metropolitan landmarks.
Why Choose This Trip?
- Two Countries, One Masterpiece: Seamless combination of East China and South Korea cultural highlights.
- Poetic Jiangnan Exploration: Walk through Puyuan Ancient Town, Huishan, and the legendary West Lake.
- Ultimate K-Drama Experience: Visit iconic filming spots like Nami Island, Petite France, and Dumulmeori.
- Gourmet Extravaganza: Savor Huqingyutang Medicinal Cuisine, Qinhuai Salted Duck, and local market treats.
Who is This Trip For?
- Culture Enthusiasts
- Food Lovers
- K-Drama Fans
- Multi-Destination Travelers
Real Traveler Reviews
See what other travelers have to say!
Sophia Mercer
An absolutely breathtaking trip! Traveling in a group with the huge 50-seater bus made the long transfers between water towns super smooth and comfortable. Savoring the Huqingyutang medicinal cuisine felt like royalty, and Nami Island looked exactly like a fairytale dream.
Kenji Tanaka
Excellent itinerary covering two dynamic cultures. The 50-seater coach was clean and provided excellent views on the highway. The food porn in Jiangnan was real—the braised ribs near Taihu Lake were legendary! Seoul Sky offered mind-blowing views.
What's Included
- 11 nights premium hotel accommodations based on twin-sharing occupancy.
- Daily breakfast and specific delicious lunches/dinners as meticulously scheduled in the itinerary.
- Private air-conditioned transportation via a spacious 50-seater modern luxury coach.
- Professional, experienced Chinese-speaking tour guide services.
- First admission tickets to all primary attractions listed in the scheduled itinerary.
What's Not Included
- International and domestic air tickets (including Shanghai to Seoul flight) and visa fees.
- Personal travel, medical, and accident insurance.
- Personal discretionary expenses (laundry, beverages, porterage, calls, etc.) and force majeure costs.
- Single room supplement charge if traveling alone or requesting private space.
- Optional Experience Upgrade Packages for East China and South Korea.
- Recommended driver and tour guide tipping: USD 10 per person per day.
Mandatory Fees
- Recommended Tour Guide and Driver Gratuity: USD 10 per person per day.
Optional Fees
- East China Premium Package (Water Town Storytelling Performance + Grand Canal Cruise + Nianhua Bay or Liyuan Garden + Five-City Specialty Dinners + Huangpu River Night Cruise or Acrobatic Show): USD 180 per person
- South Korea Premium Package (The Painters Show + Han River Night Cruise + Seoul Sky Observatory): USD 160 per person