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!