Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

Shanghai, China
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Duration8h - 9h
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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Escape the bustle of modern Shanghai on this private guided day trip to Suzhou, a picturesque riverside city famed for its centuries-old heritage. Your package includes round-trip bullet train tickets, transfers in both Shanghai and Suzhou, and a local lunch. Upgrade to the all-inclusive package which offers a scenic boat ride along the Grand Canal, a rickshaw ride through history-packed Pingjiang Road, and entrance to one of Suzhou’s famous gardens.

Private guided day trip to Suzhou from Shanghai, with all-inclusive option

Discover a heritage city with UNESCO World Heritage–listed gardens

Travel in your own private vehicle, with bullet trains between cities

Sit down to an authentic lunch in a local restaurant

Options

All Inclusive Package

Duration: 9 hours: Private guide, vehicle service, bullet train ticket, authentic lunch, 1 garden entrance fee, boat ride are inclusive
Pickup included

Private Tour with Lunch

Duration: 8 hours: Flexible itinerary (all entrance fees at your own cost). Lunch, guide, local transfer and bullet train tickets are inclusive.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown shanghai
  • Round trip bullet train ticket
  • Transport by private vehicle in both Shanghai and Suzhou
  • Private guide
  • Local lunch
  • Humble Administrator's Garden Ticket 11 USD/Person(if Private Tour with Lunch Option is selected)
  • Pan Men City Gate Ticket 6USD/Person(if Private Tour with Lunch Option is selected)
  • Grand Canal Boat Ride 7USD/Person( if Private Tour with Lunch option is selected)
  • Rickshaw Ride 13USD/Person ( if Private Tour with Lunch option is selected)
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Shanghai Railway Station
    40m
    You will depart from your Shanghai hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to Shanghai Train Station to have a wonderful bullet train experience to Suzhou. Relax during the scenic on the road to the Humble Administrator's Garden in Suzhou city.
  2. Humble Administrator's Garden
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Typically, you will visit the famous humble administrators garden, an UNESCO World Heritage. Spend your relax morning strolling around the ancient house with delicate pavilions, corridors, ponds, rockeries, walkways and lush green trees. Enjoy the picturesque view and hear the rich history from your professional guide. Sitting in the pavilion beside the pond, feel like stepping back in history.
  3. Pingjiang Road
    1h
    From Humble Administrator's Garden, you will visit the Pingjiang Road, which is a beautiful old street beside the canal. You will take a private rickshaw along the historic Pingjiang Road, where the driver will take you up and down old streets to see the lifestyle of people and the district. Refuel with a traditional Chinese lunch on Pingjiang Road.
  4. Panmen Gate
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    You will then head to the Panmen Gate. It is claimed to be the oldest ancient water and land gate in the world for the purpose of defense against enemy armies. You will wander around the park see the well maintained gate all as well as the pagodas.
  5. Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    From Panmen Gate (or pick one from Tiger Hill and others), then enjoy a relaxing boat trip on the old Grand Canal. The ancient households and the old city gate wall are along the riverside, and you will immerse yourself in the atmosphere of old times lifestyle and appreciate the charms of old China.
  6. Shantang Street
    30m
    Then head to Shantang street. Spend your relax time sitting beside the river, enjoy the beautiful view of old bridge, traditional houses. Taste some local snacks or enjoy the local Pingtan music if you like.

    If you want to visit some other attractions besides the sample itinerary, feel free discussing with your guide, some suggested alternative options for your reference in below: Tiger Hill, Hanshan Temple, Master of net garden, Lingering Garden or Silk factory.
    When tour is finished, you will take bullet train back to Shanghai city.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick you up at the arrival hall.
The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead traveler's name.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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