1
Shanghai
3 nights
Arrival, city golf and Bund culture
Next →Private road transfer to Suzhou: about 1.5–2 hours
Shanghai, Suzhou & Hangzhou Golf Tour
An eight-day Jiangnan golf journey combining Shanghai city golf, Suzhou classical gardens, Hangzhou West Lake, Longjing tea culture and private east China transfers.
Duration
8 Days
7 Nights
Golf Rounds
3
18 Holes Each
Difficulty
Moderate
Moderate
Group Size
2-8 People
Golfers
Best Season
March–May and September–November
Shanghai, Suzhou & Hangzhou
Planning Budget
US$4,200–7,200 per person
Indicative land range
01 Overview
Shanghai energy, Suzhou gardens and Hangzhou lake country with four routed rounds
An eight-day Jiangnan golf journey combining Shanghai city golf, Suzhou classical gardens, Hangzhou West Lake, Longjing tea culture and private east China transfers.
Flagship Jiangnan Journey
Best for
Couples, private groups and returning Asia travelers who want golf, dining and refined cultural time
Recommended length
8–9 days / 7–8 nights
Best months
March–May and September–November
Gateway plan
Arrive Shanghai; depart Hangzhou or return to Shanghai
Journey pace
Three hotel bases with no same-day long transfer before a priority tee time
Course strategy
Confirm one or two Shanghai-area rounds, Suzhou Taihu or Silport for the Suzhou/Kunshan sector, and West Lake International for Hangzhou, each with a route-compatible substitute
Ways to tailor it
- Add Shanghai business time
- Replace Suzhou golf with gardens
- Add a tea, cuisine or spa focus
Route visual
Shanghai to Hangzhou, with the right time in each place
A private-car route keeps golf bags with the group and gives each city enough time to feel distinct.
Brand route diagram for orientation only — not to scale or for navigation. Final transfer timings are checked against the confirmed hotels, courses and border plan.
01 · ShanghaiArrival + city golf
02 · SuzhouGardens + middle-sector golf
03 · HangzhouLake country + departure
Route plan
A route built around real travel time
Schematic route plan — not to scale. Times are planning estimates and vary with traffic, border, weather and the final hotel.
2
Suzhou
2 nights
Gardens, canals and a Suzhou-area round
Next →Private road transfer to Hangzhou: about 2–2.5 hours
3
Hangzhou
2–3 nights
West Lake, tea country and final golf
Indicative land budget
US$4,200–7,200 per person
Indicative land budget for 8–9 days, based on four guests sharing and four proposed rounds.
- • Shanghai luxury hotel level
- • Course access and weekend dates
- • Private vehicle versus high-speed rail
- • Dining and specialist experiences
The range is not a live price. Course access, room category, season and final departure airport materially affect the quote.
Hotel and room plan
Luxury city hotels in Shanghai and Hangzhou; premium boutique or resort option in Suzhou
Use twin rooms for golf pairs and lake/Bund view upgrades only where the view is a priority. Avoid changing hotels for a one-night stop.
Specific hotels remain proposed until room type, benefits, taxes, cancellation terms and operating status are confirmed for the dates.
Sample quotation structure
A proposal built around your group, not a fixed online price
Each version starts with the same route logic, then prices the confirmed hotel, course access, transport and services for the actual dates. It is an example of quotation scope, not a promise of availability or a fixed package total.
Sample scope
Refined private journey
Two guests who want room upgrades, unhurried cultural time and two or three well-routed rounds.
- •Private airport and intercity transfers sized for bags
- •Luxury or boutique hotels selected around the route
- •Confirmed rounds with a proposed alternative for each request
Quote drivers: Room category, weekend access, exact golf requests and private dining determine the dated proposal.
Sample scope
Private golf group
Four to eight golfers seeking three or four rounds with sensible shared transport and twin-room pairing.
- •Private vehicle with bag capacity
- •Twin or double room plan matched to the party
- •Golf, transfers and optional group dining coordinated as one itinerary
Quote drivers: Player count, tee-time windows, room mix and one versus two vehicles are priced after the group details are known.
Sample scope
Club or hosted group
Eight or more guests who need a clear rooming, tee-time and host plan without turning the route into a rush.
- •Group arrival plan and rooming-list coordination
- •Requested tee blocks, pairings support and golf-day logistics
- •Welcome or farewell dining, with meeting support available on request
Quote drivers: Group size, event support, venue requirements and the final course-access plan shape the quotation.
Built for your party
For couples
Golf with room to enjoy Jiangnan
Keep the route to two or three priority rounds and protect time for the Bund, Suzhou gardens, tea country and a better room category.
Planning focus: A king-room plan, private guide options and a relaxed departure airport are agreed before golf is requested.
For 4–8 golf friends
Four routed rounds, one coherent group plan
Use twins and a bag-capable vehicle, with golf days matched to realistic city and intercity transfers.
Planning focus: We first confirm player count, handicaps where requested, room pairings and whether all golfers share the same course priorities.
For clubs and companies
A hosted journey with operational breathing room
The route can support tee blocks, hosted dinners and optional meeting time while keeping a reliable alternative for every requested round.
Planning focus: The proposal separates confirmed services from requests, and assigns a single group contact for rooming, arrivals and golf operations.
Course confirmation and alternatives
- 01Rank priority courses by city
- 02Check access and maintenance for exact dates
- 03Match tee-time windows to hotel transfers
- 04Confirm inclusions and substitution rules
Alternative plan
Use Shanghai Links only on confirmed hosted access; use Silport or Suzhou Taihu for the Jiangnan middle sector, and West Lake International only after Hangzhou visitor terms are confirmed. Famous private clubs are never described as confirmed before written access.
Read our confirmation standards →Before you travel
Entry documents
Confirm China entry eligibility and passport validity before paying non-refundable supplier charges.
Payments
Hotels usually accept international cards; smaller purchases may be easier with a prepared mobile-payment option plus cash backup.
Golf bags
A private vehicle is normally simpler than rail for a group with full golf bags. If rail is selected, luggage handling is planned explicitly.
Make the key decisions before you book
Use these practical guides alongside the dated proposal; entry rules, carrier conditions and club access must always be checked for your exact trip.
Route FAQ
Questions specific to this journey
Can we play Sheshan or another private Shanghai club?+
It may be requested, but access is date-specific and not guaranteed. The proposal separates requested clubs from confirmed alternatives.
Should we depart from Hangzhou or Shanghai?+
Hangzhou is most efficient when flight schedules work. Returning to Shanghai adds road time but may provide better international connections.
Can non-golfers follow the same route?+
Yes. Suzhou and Hangzhou support strong garden, tea, spa and food programs while golfers are on course.
Price this route for your dates
The form opens with this itinerary selected. Share dates, group size, room preference and priority courses for a dated proposal.
Request this itinerary02 Tour Highlights
3 confirmed east China golf rounds
Shanghai Bund and city dining
Suzhou gardens and canal culture
Hangzhou West Lake and Longjing tea
Private transfers with golf-bag support
03 Detailed Itinerary
Day-by-day journey
1
DayArrival in Shanghai
Arrive at Shanghai Pudong or Hongqiao Airport. Meet your private guide, transfer to a central luxury hotel near the Bund, Jing’an or Xintiandi, and enjoy an easy welcome evening.
Travel planning: Pudong to central Shanghai: about 60–90 minutes; Hongqiao is often 30–60 minutes.
The Peninsula Shanghai, Fairmont Peace Hotel or comparable
Dinner
2
DayShanghai Premium Golf
Play a confirmed premium Shanghai-area course such as Tomson Shanghai Pudong, Sheshan, Lake Malaren or the best available alternative based on access and course conditions.
Travel planning: Shanghai golf transfers commonly take 60–90 minutes each way.
Golf: Confirmed premium Shanghai-area golf clubThe Peninsula Shanghai, Fairmont Peace Hotel or comparable
BreakfastLunch
3
DayShanghai City Touring
Enjoy a private Shanghai day with the Bund, Former French Concession, museums, galleries, shopping or a food-led route. The evening can include a hosted river-view dinner.
Travel planning: City touring transfers generally 20–45 minutes between stops.
The Peninsula Shanghai, Fairmont Peace Hotel or comparable
BreakfastDinner
4
DayTransfer to Suzhou
Travel privately to Suzhou with luggage and golf-bag support. Explore classical gardens, canals and old-town streets at an unhurried Jiangnan pace.
Travel planning: Shanghai to Suzhou: about 1.5–2 hours by private vehicle.
Selected luxury hotel in Suzhou
BreakfastLunch
5
DaySuzhou or Shanghai-Area Golf
Play a confirmed Suzhou or greater Shanghai-area golf course selected for access, routing and course condition. Return for a relaxed Suzhou evening and regional dinner.
Travel planning: Suzhou-area golf transfer: commonly 30–75 minutes each way.
Golf: Confirmed Suzhou or greater Shanghai-area golf clubSelected luxury hotel in Suzhou
BreakfastLunchDinner
6
DayHangzhou West Lake
Continue to Hangzhou by private vehicle or assisted high-speed rail. Check into a luxury hotel and spend the afternoon around West Lake with private guiding, lakeside views and local dining.
Travel planning: Suzhou to Hangzhou: about 2–2.5 hours by private vehicle.
Four Seasons Hangzhou, Amanfayun or comparable
Breakfast
7
DayHangzhou Golf & Longjing Tea
Play a confirmed Hangzhou-area golf round, then enjoy a Longjing tea culture experience or quiet countryside afternoon before the farewell dinner.
Travel planning: Hangzhou golf and tea-country driving: commonly 45–90 minutes per sector.
Golf: Confirmed Hangzhou-area golf clubFour Seasons Hangzhou, Amanfayun or comparable
BreakfastLunchDinner
8
DayDeparture from Hangzhou or Shanghai
Private transfer to Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport or back to Shanghai for international departure, depending on flight schedules and onward travel plans.
Travel planning: Hangzhou airport about 45–75 minutes; return to Shanghai about 2.5–3.5 hours.
Breakfast
04 What's Included
Included
3 rounds of golf with confirmed visitor or hosted access
7 nights luxury accommodation in Shanghai, Suzhou and Hangzhou
Daily breakfast, selected club lunches and two hosted dinners
Private Shanghai city touring and Bund experience
Private Suzhou garden and canal touring
Private Hangzhou West Lake and Longjing tea experience
Private inter-city transfers suitable for golf bags
English-speaking guide and 24/7 concierge support
Not Included
International flights
China visa fees
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Caddie tips and optional club services
Single-room supplement
Club access or surcharge changes outside confirmed quotations
Price and Booking
Indicative land budget
US$4,200–7,200 per person
Indicative land budget for 8–9 days, based on four guests sharing and four proposed rounds.
Tour Information
Duration8–9 days / 7–8 nights
Golf Rounds3 Rounds
Group Size2-8 People
DifficultyModerate
Best SeasonMarch–May and September–November
AccommodationLuxury city hotels in Shanghai and Hangzhou; premium boutique or resort option in Suzhou
GuideProfessional English
TransportLuxury Vehicle
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Featured Courses
Championship Golf on This Journey
Each course has been hand-selected for its design prestige, setting, and unforgettable playing experience.
01
Sheshan International Golf Club
Nelson & Haworth / 7,050 meters
Shanghai premier private club, WGC host course designed by Nelson & Haworth.
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02
Shanghai Links Golf Club
Jack Nicklaus / 7,400 yards
Private Jack Nicklaus-designed golf in Pudong, on request.
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03
Suzhou Taihu International Golf Club
/ Championship length
Suzhou Taihu International Golf Club gives travelers a scenic Lake Tai golf option that pairs naturally with Suzhou gardens, canals and a slower cultural stop near Shanghai.
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04
Silport Golf Club
Bobby J. Martin / Championship length
Silport Golf Club is a Greater Shanghai golf option in Kunshan, useful for travelers who want a course outside the city core with a broader Yangtze River Delta routing.
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05
West Lake International Golf & Country Club
/ Championship length
West Lake International Golf & Country Club is a Hangzhou golf candidate for travelers combining golf with West Lake, tea culture and a refined East China city stay.
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