Many Chinese have cleared their schedules on March 28 to snap up a ticket to Shanghai Disneyland Park, which is set to open on June 16.

After spending a whole day reveling in the dreamland, visitors can take a detour to Dianshan Lake town in the neighboring city of Kunshan, where a variety of leisure and sports choices are on offer.

Under the morning sunlight, gulls and egrets hover across the clear water of Dianshan Lake - a perfect place for water sports.

On sunny days, all sorts of vessels can be found on the lake. People navigate sails, yachts, motorboats and kayaks for a feel of freedom and absorb the breathtaking views.

Circling the lake is a 15-kilometer-long bicycle track. Bikes are available for rental, including tandem bikes.

Western style food has its place in the town's culinary scene. But most visitors to such a pristine countryside are more interested in sampling some local specialties, made from organically-grown food.

There are several well-managed leisure and agriculture farms in the vicinity of the town offering angling spots, nurseries for picking fruit and vegetables, and idyllic sights.

After a day jam-packed with activities, visitors can wind down at one of the town's numerous hotels and B&Bs. Here are three top picks:

Villas at the R$F Club

Address: 88 Wanyuan Road, Dianshan Lake town

Contact: 13701865176

Rhine Dream Yacht Club's wooden lodges

Address: 999 Shuangyong Road, Dianshan Lake town

Contact: 0512-57942978, 13636585865

Shui Bian De Cun Luo (Hamlet by Water)

Address: Liurudun village in Dianshan Lake town

Contact: 18019182520