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Overview
Discover Real China: Your Personalized Cultural Adventure!
Travel in style with China's premium electric vehicles as we journey through the Yangtze River Delta's vibrant cities and ancient water towns. Savor authentic flavors: Dine at top-rated local restaurants or join a family kitchen to wrap dumplings and taste grandma's secret sweet-and-sour ribs. Live like locals: Sip soybean milk at morning food stalls, practice bargaining in wet markets, and watch chess battles in alleyway courtyards. Unwind with 1,000-year-old wisdom: Practice tai chi and breathing techniques with Taoist masters at historic temples. This isn't just sightseeing - it's your backstage pass to China's beating heart.
What's included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
Purple Mountain (Zijin Shan)
2h 30m · Admission ticket included
Zijin Mountain Scenic Area in Nanjing boasts numerous attractions. The highlight is the Mausoleum of Sun Yat-sen, a grand tribute to China's revolutionary leader. Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcases intricate tomb architecture. Other notable spots include the Purple Peak Pavilion, offering breathtaking city views, and Linggu Temple, a serene Buddhist site. Hiking trails weave through lush forests, connecting these cultural treasures with nature's tranquility. Arrive at the scenic spot in the morning and participate in the morning exercises of local people, such as tai Chi, gymnastics, and square dancing.
1h · Admission ticket included
Nanjing's Nengrenli Morning Market: A Feast for the Senses
Step into Nengrenli Morning Market, where Nanjing’s heartbeat comes alive at dawn. This bustling hub, tucked in the city’s historic quarters, offers a vivid slice of local life. Vendors proudly display steaming bamboo baskets of xiaolongbao (soup dumplings), sizzling jianbing (savory crepes), and fragrant bowls of duck blood vermicelli soup—a Nanjing classic.
Stalls overflow with seasonal produce, from lotus roots to hairy crabs, while the air hums with bartering banter and clanging woks. Join locals sipping doujiang (soy milk) at street-side stools or hunt for quirky trinkets—old-school thermoses, silk scarves, and handmade pottery.
More than a market, it’s a cultural theater. Watch elderly regulars haggle playfully, or chat with vendors eager to share stories. Arrive early (6–9 AM) to beat crowds and savor breakfast like a true Nanjing local. A visit here isn’t just about food—it’s a warm embrace of China’s everyday magic.
Zhenjiang Mt. Maoshan Resort
5h · Admission ticket included
Maoshan (Mount Mao): Daoism’s Sacred Mountain
Nestled in Jiangsu, near Nanjing, Maoshan is a cradle of Daoism, famed as the birthplace of the Shangqing sect. For 2,000 years, pilgrims have sought wisdom in its misty peaks and ancient temples.
History & Spirituality
Named after the Three Mao Brothers (Han Dynasty immortals), Maoshan thrived under 4th-century alchemist Tao Hongjing, who shaped Shangqing Daoism here. Key sites like Jiuxiao Wanfu Palace preserve star charts, elixir cauldrons, and scriptures reflecting Daoist harmony with nature.
Highlights
Dinggong Peak (372m): Summit with sunrise rituals at Flying Rise Altar.
Sacred Spring: Legendary healing waters tied to the Mao Brothers.
Calligraphy Forest: Stone-carved Daoist texts by emperors and scholars.
Experiences
Join dawn qigong sessions, explore the Maoshan Museum (Ming-era talismans), or attend March–April temple fairs with fire rituals.
GuQinHuai FuZiMiao BuXingJie
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
Built in 1034, Fuzimiao honors Confucius and was once an imperial exam site. Today, it’s a lively area by the Qinhuai River, blending history with modern charm.
Highlights
Confucius Temple: Traditional architecture and Confucian teachings.
Qinhuai River: Lantern-lit boat rides, magical at night.
Street Food: Try duck blood vermicelli soup, tangbao (soup dumplings), and sweet osmanthus cakes.
Don’t Miss
Imperial Exam Museum: Learn about ancient China’s scholar system.
Lantern Festival (Jan–Feb): A dazzling cultural celebration.
Fuzimiao is a sensory journey into Nanjing’s heart.
At the end of a day's outing, you can choose to have dinner at a highly-reputed local restaurant or at a home cooked by a master chef. Either way, it will leave you with an unforgettable and wonderful impression.
Meeting and pickup
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Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
