Welcome to take this 5 days Shanghai Suzhou tour! According to your flight schedule, your guide and driver will welcome you at Shanghai Airport and then transfer you to the hotel in a comfortable and air-conditioned vehicle.

After a short break in the hotel, we will go to visit the Bund and the Nanjing Road. As the most popular landmark of Shanghai, the Bund is a section of the waterfront along the Huangpu River, known as the World Wide Exhibition of Architecture with various buildings in different styles, such as gothic and baroque. Besides, the Bund is also a good place to take photos of Lujiazui, which is the most prosperous area in Pudong. You will have some free time here to wander around. Then after walking westwards for a while, you will get to the bustling Nanjing Pedestrian Street which is praised as one of China's top commercial streets.

Accommodation: Ocean Hotel Shanghai (4 stars) 

This morning, we will transfer you to the train station to take the high-speed train to Suzhou, the back garden of Shanghai. In about 30 minutes, you will arrive and meet your Suzhou guide at the station and then a comfortable drive will take you to the hotel. For hundreds of years, Suzhou is well-known for preserving many charming and typical classical gardens, almost all of which were the local wealthy families' residences. Your first destination today will be the largest garden in Suzhou - the Humble Administrator's Garden, which is also one of the top four gardens in China, enjoying the same high fame with the imperial Summer Palace in Beijing. Until now, its top landscape architecture still inspire many gardening designers. 

After that, you will take a short cruise along the canal for about 20 minutes to reach the 800-year old Pingjiang Road, which is a good place for a nice walk. When walking on the riverside pedestrian road, you will not only see the old stone bridges, some former residences of the famous people, but also lots of old buildings which have been converted to cafes, tea houses, small shops, restaurants as well as boutique hotels in the side alleys. You will have a lovely meal in one of the restaurants overlooking the canal at your own expense, and afterwards, finish the walk with a coffee in a coffee shop.

The rest of the day will be spent traveling around the Garden of the Master of Nets which is a representative Suzhou garden combining natural landscape with the host's residence harmoniously.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast
Accommodation: Mercure Hotel (Suzhou Railway Station) (4 stars)

In addition to the gardens, the water town is also a must see place when coming to the southern China. After around an hour's drive, we will reach China's No.1 water town - Zhouzhuang. The entire ancient town is just a large scenic area for you to explore. Everything here is old and unsophisticated, including the navy-blue and narrow lanes, off-white residences, blocky stone bridges and lingering river below the windows. It is recommended to pay a visit to the Former Residence of Shen Wansan, who was the first millionaire in south area in the early Ming Dynasty. After a full day's sightseeing, you will be transferred back to the hotel in Shanghai.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast
Accommodation: Ocean Hotel Shanghai (4 stars) 

Today we will have a full day Shanghai tour. In the morning, the Shanghai Museum will show you the fantastic ancient Chinese arts and crafts, especially the bronzes, ceramics, calligraphy and paintings. Then the tranquil Yu Garden will give you a short escape from the bustling city. The highlight in the Yu Garden is the long dragon wall, which distinguishes the Yu Garden from the other gardens. 

The Shanghai World Financial Center, which is 492 meters high, must have attracted your attention when you wandered around the Bund on the first day. This afternoon, we will come to the observation deck on the 100th floor which will give you a wonderful view of Shanghai. Then we will pay a visit to an old cultural street - Tianzifang to round off today's Shanghai itinerary 5 days.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast
Accommodation: Ocean Hotel Shanghai (4 stars) 

Today, your private 5 days 4 nights Shanghai ground tour package will come to the end and your guide will see you off at the airport. Wish you a pleasant journey to Casablanca, Morocco!

Meals: Western buffet breakfast
Accommodation: On the flight

According to your flight schedule, our representative will be waiting for you at the exit of Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) on time and then send you to the hotel. After a short break, our best Morocco tours will start, aiming to show you its ancient civilization, rich cultural heritages and amazing landscapes like Sahara Desert and more. 

First, we will go to Casablanca's landmark, the Hassan II Mosque, the third largest mosque in the world, which attracts many visitors with its exquisite carvings and spectacular mosaics. You can also take a walk around the square outside the mosque and enjoy the views of the Atlantic. Return to the hotel after today's guided sightseeing.

Meals: No meals, advice freely available
Accommodation: Hotel Club Val d'Anfa (4 stars)

After breakfast, your English speaking driver will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to the capital Rabat. The whole journey is 87 kilometers and takes about one hour. Rabat is one of Morocco's four imperial cities, and we'll start with a visit to its representative building, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. The whole building has a strong Moroccan character and is splendidly decorated. Next, we will visit the unfinished Hassan Tower, surrounded by huge stone columns that tell us its former grandeur. Later, we will go to Kasbah of the Udayas to visit the ancient castle complex, where there are many beautiful blue and white houses. Finally send you to a local hotel to stay overnight.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: ONOMO Hotel Rabat Terminus

In the morning, we will drive 1.5 hours to Meknes, also one of Morocco's four imperial cities, to visit the Rome remains, and the Ruins of Volubilis. Then drive about 30km north to the holy city Moulay Idriss. It is a hilltop town known as the graveyard of Moulay Idriss. Moulay Idriss was the first person to establish the Arab dynasty, so the town was named after him. Then, we will visit Lahdim Square and the Bab Mansour Gate. Afterwards, we will drive one hour to Fez and check in the local hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Barcelo Fes Medina (4 stars)

Fez is the oldest of Morocco's four imperial cities, with a history of more than 2,800 years. In the morning, we will explore the old city of Medina. There is a wide variety of handicrafts here, such as mosaics, leather goods, porcelains, gold and silver products, etc. In addition, many historic buildings and cultural relics remain intact in Medina, where you can see more than 700 mosques. After that, visit the world's first University, Al-Karaouine Mosque et University from outside, which was founded in 859. Next, visit the Koran College Bou Inania Merdersa. Finally visit the 13th-century King's Palace from outside, where you can admire gilded bronze doors, delicate mosaics, white marble columns, etc. The rest time of the day is left for your own interests. 

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Barcelo Fes Medina (4 stars)

As for today's Egypt and Morocco tours, you will be transferred to the town of Erfoud by the English speaking driver, known as the gate of the Sahara desert, which is favored by filmmakers because of its desert landscape, which is thought to resemble the geology of Mars. On the way you can see the magnificent Atlas Mountains and at noon we will stop at Midlet for lunch. After passing through Ziz Valley in the south and the Tafilet Oasis, home of palm trees, we will reach Erfoud. 

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Erfoud or similar

In the morning we will start today's Egypt Morocco tours with the visit to the homes of the inhabitants of the Merzouga Desert, where you can sample the local mint tea and know the life and culture of the Gnawa people. Then head to the Erg Chebbi Dune for a deep tour of the Sahara Desert. We will arrange camel rides and camping in the middle of the desert for you. Along the way, you can see beautiful dunes of various shapes, which are golden and pink in the sunlight. In the evening, have dinner and enjoy a bonfire party. 

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Bouchedor Luxury Tent or similar

Get up early to enjoy the sunrise and then drive out of the Sahara desert to Todra Gorge. The gorge has cliffs 300 meters high on both sides and a clear stream in the middle of the valley. After the visit we will go to another magnificent gorge, the Dades Gorge. Here, we'll see red rock cliffs and winding mountain roads. Next, pass the Skoura Oasis, which is full of giant palm trees, and finally arrive at Ouarzazate to visit the famous Taourirt Kasbah from outside. After the tour, check into the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Dar Chamaa in Ouarzazate

Today we're going to visit the traditional Berber Village first. The ancient village of Ait Ben Haddou was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can see many houses made of red clay and old castles here. Some scenes from famous movies like 'Game of Thrones' and 'Gladiator' were shot here. You can climb to the top of the mountain and enjoy a panoramic view of the village surrounded by lush oases and rivers. Then we'll drive to Marrakech, the last one of Morocco's four imperial cities, and check into a local hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Riad Azra Marrakech

Today follow our local guide to visit Bahia Palace, which has an ordinary exterior but lavishly decorated interior. Then we will go to visit Saadian Tombs. Built in the 16th century, the tomb's ceiling is beautifully carved with wood and Arabic elements, and its interior is well worth a look. Next visit the landmark of Marrakech - Koutoubia Mosque, whose spires are 67 meters high and are the tallest building in the old Medina district of Marrakech. In the evening you can move freely and it is suggested to wander around the bustling Jemaal el-Fnaa Square and experience the night life of the locals. 

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Riad Azra Marrakech

After breakfast, we will drive to Mohammed V International Airport (CMN), taking about 2.5 hours, so you can take airplane to Cairo International Airport (CAI). The plane may make a stopover in Istanbul or Dubai. Upon arrival, our local representative will wait for you at the exit of the airport and send you to the hotel we have booked for you. 

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: InterContinental Cairo Semiramis (5 stars)

Benefiting from the long-lasting ancient civilization and unique landscapes in the land, our Egypt tour packages coming next will offer you a lot and leave you some unforgettable memories. 

Today , the guide and the driver will firstly accompany you to the Pyramids of Giza and visit the three great pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, which are more than 4,500 years old. If you are interested, you can also pay an extra entrance fee to visit the inside of the Pyramid of Khufu. After that, we will visit the Sphinx and the Valley Temple. After lunch, we will return to downtown to visit the Egyptian Museum, which displays sculptures during the Pharaonic period and Tutankhamun's precious burial objects. You will see the golden mask and throne. In the evening, we will arrange for you the Nile River Dinner Cruise and you can enjoy the belly dance and folk talent show.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: InterContinental Cairo Semiramis (5 stars)

In the morning, send you to the airport for the flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, our local guide and a driver will meet you at the airport, then accompany you to visit the Aswan Dam, one of the seven largest dams in the world, which spans the Nile. Then we will visit Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Finally send you to board the luxury Nile Cruise. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight onboard. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cruises: MS Concerto (5 stars)

In the morning, the guide and the driver will pick you up from the cruise and drive 3 hours to Abu Simbel to visit the Abu Simbel Temple. It was a large temple carved out of the rock during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II of the 19th Dynasty of Egypt. It consisted of two parts: the great Temple of Ramses II and the Temple of Nefertari, his queen. The temple is full of exquisite reliefs and frescoes. Then send you back to the cruise and sail to Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, go ashore to visit The Temple of Kom Ombo. This temple was dedicated to both Horus the eagle god and Sobek the crocodile god. Finally go back to the ship and sail to Edfu, where the cruise ship will dock overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cruises: MS Concerto (5 stars)

After breakfast, disembark and visit the Temple of Edfu. The temple was dedicated to Horus, the eagle god, so it was also called the Temple of Horus. It is also the best preserved ancient temple in Egypt. Return to the ship and head north to Luxor. The first place to visit after getting off the ship is Karnak Temple, which is the largest temple group in ancient Egypt and the world. You can see scarab statues, giant stone pillars, reliefs and so on. Next visit the Temple of Luxor. You'll see obelisks, statues of Ramses II, and so on. Finally go back to the ship.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cruises: MS Concerto (5 stars)

In the morning, check out from the cruise ship to visit the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens. The Valley of the Kings is home to the tombs of 62 ancient Egyptian pharaohs from 1539 BC to 1075 BC. After that, we will visit the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Mortuary Temple of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu and the 20-meter high Colossi of Memnon. Finally, transfer you to Luxor Airport for you to fly back to Cairo. Upon arrival, pick you up at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: InterContinental Cairo Semiramis (5 stars)

The driver will drop you off at Cairo International Airport on time according to your flight time. May you have a pleasant flight home!

Meals: Breakfast