A must-stay Zen hotel by Taihu Lake

Wuxi 3-day 2-night itinerary (budget 3000 RMB) Day 1: Taihu Scenery + Nianhuawan Zen Experience Morning: Arrive in Wuxi, check in at an inn within Nianhuawan Scenic Area (¥800-1000/night), recommended [Boluomiduo Hotel] or Zen-style guesthouse. Afternoon: Visit Yuantouzhu (¥90), enjoy Taihu Lake views, take a boat to Sanshan Fairy Island (boat ticket ¥35). Evening: Head to Nianhuawan Town (entrance ¥120), experience Tang Dynasty Zen style, watch the night light show. Dinner: Vegetarian restaurant inside Nianhuawan, about ¥80 per person. Day 2: Lingshan Scenic Area + Huishan Ancient Town Morning: Worship the Lingshan Grand Buddha (¥210), touch the Buddha’s hand, watch the Nine Dragons Bathing performance. Lunch: Vegetarian meal inside Lingshan Scenic Area, about ¥60 per person. Afternoon: Explore Huishan Ancient Town (free), visit ancient ancestral halls, taste Wuxi braised pork ribs (¥30). Dinner: Old brand restaurant [Laojiupu] in the ancient town, about ¥70 per person. Day 3: Nanchang Street + Return Trip Morning: Stroll along Nanchang Street, have a coffee, take an ancient canal boat tour (¥60). Lunch: Popular restaurant [Miss Zhou’s Dishes], about ¥80 per person. Afternoon: Before leaving, buy Sanfengqiao braised pork ribs as souvenirs (¥100/box). Total cost: Accommodation ¥1800 + Tickets ¥515 + Meals ¥400 + Transportation ¥300 ≈ ¥3000. Tips: Wear comfortable shoes, Lingshan Scenic Area is large so you can take an electric cart (¥30), avoid peak holiday crowds!