A 2-Day Off-the-Beaten-Path Tour in Changshu｜Escape the Crowds and Discover Jiangnan’s Hidden Gems

Want to avoid the crowds during National Day? Head to Changshu! Spend 2 days exploring lakes, ancient temples, and old streets, all for around 500 RMB per person to get that relaxed vibe～ 🌊 Day 1: Wetland Healing • Shanghu Scenic Area The autumn pond cypress in the water forest turns red, kayak through the woods, wear light-colored outfits for perfect photos, and stop by Jiang Taigong Fishing Platform to overlook the lake and Yushan Mountain. • Shajiabang Take a reed marsh boat ride while listening to the boatwoman’s folk songs, watch the immersive performance of "Reed Marsh Flames" on Hengjing Old Street, and enjoy the iron flower show during the National Day night tour. ⛰️ Day 2: Yushan Zen Journey • Xingfu Temple → Zanghai Temple Start early with mushroom oil noodles at Wangyuelou beside Xingfu Temple (the wild mushroom aroma is amazing), find the “Xingfu Stone” inside the temple for a photo; climb Yushan Mountain, where the gate of Zanghai Temple is hidden in the woods, and enjoy a panoramic city view from the top. • Jiange → Fangta Garden Descend from Zanghai Temple to Jiange, overlook the full view of Shanghu Lake from the cliff edge; visit Longtan Waterfall for fresh air, and finally go to Fangta Garden for ancient-style photos, with the Song Dynasty ancient pagoda reflected in the pond and ginkgo leaves covering the ground for stunning shots. Changshu has no crowded crowds, only the relaxation and poetry of Jiangnan. National Day is the perfect time to go!