Suzhou and Tongli Water Town Private Day Tour from Shanghai

1. Shanghai
   2h
   Private guide and driver pick you up from centrally located hotel in Shanghai, and heading to Suzhou. Normally, it takes about 2 hours riding . Below attractions are popular , so you can choose some of them based on your request and guide suggestion ,but you do not have time visit all . Because the tour is for half day Suzhou and half day Tongli Water Town.
2. Suzhou
   2h
   This is an ancient city with over 2,500 years of history and numerous points of interest. For this private day tour, we suggest 2-3 hours for this city, it means you do not have time visit all sites. We list below attractions are popular , you can discuss with your private guide where you want to visit during the 2 hours riding from Shanghai. So the entrance ticket will not include , because we do not know which you want to go , but no worries, your guide will help you to buy when you arrive.
3. Humble Administrator's Garden
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   The Humble Administrator's Garden, covering about 52,000 sq. meters (12.85 acres), is the largest and most renowned. Due to its unique designs and ethereal beauty, the garden has garnered many special honors. We suggest 1 hour visiting here, then you have time to see more.
4. Tiger Hill
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   An ancient poet said ,It is a lifelong pity if having visited Suzhou you did not visit Tiger Hill. We suggest 1 hour here.
5. Pingjiang Road
   40m
   Pingjiang Road is the largest and best-preserved historical block in Suzhou.Government has protected and reconstructed the old buildings and alleys in accordance with their previous appearances and the “water flowing along the roads and alleys” structure. Suggest 40 minutes here.
6. The Classical Gardens of Suzhou
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   Just feel free discuss with your guide which garden you want to go.
7. Suzhou Museum
   40m · Admission ticket not included
   It is adjacent to the Humble Administrator’s Garden. Suggested time visiting :40 minuets
8. Jinji Lake
   45m · Admission ticket not included
   It’s a symbol of Suzhou as “New Paradise on Earth”, where people can enjoy their leisure time and the beautiful broad view of the lake. Suggested visiting time :45 minutes
9. The Lingering Garden
   50m · Admission ticket not included
   It is well-known for the exquisite beauty of its magnificent halls, and the various sizes, shapes, and colors of the buildings. In 1997, it was recorded on the list of the world heritage by UESCO. Suggested visiting time: 50 minuets
10. Shantang Street
    45m
    The Shantang Street is cited as ‘the First Street in Suzhou, it is very popular with tourists and the place for snacks and food.
11. Lion Forest Garden
    35m · Admission ticket not included
    It is one of the four most famous and representative gardens of ancient classical style in Suzhou City. Suggested time :35 minuets .
12. Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    In different cities excellent ships and boats are available to take visitors to admire the Grand Canal scenery to their heart's content. Suggested time :1 hour
13. Panmen Gate
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    It is famous for its numerous historic relics and abundant human landscapes and has been listed as a National AAAA Tourist Area. Suggested time :30 minutes
14. Master-of-Nets Garden
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    It is the smallest of the Suzhou residential gardens, yet it is the most impressive because of its use of space which creates the illusion of an area that is much greater than its actual size. Suggested time :30 minutes .
15. Suzhou Silk Museum
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    The entire museum design is dignified and elegant - yet unconventional - combining a sense of ancient civilization with modern style. Suggested time :30 minuets
16. Canglang Pavilion (Blue Wave Pavilion)
    40m · Admission ticket not included
    Canglang Pavilion (Blue Wave Pavilion) is located in the southern part of Suzhou, and is one of the four most famous gardens of the city. Suggested time :40 minutes
17. Tongli Town
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    In the afternoon , takes about 40 minutes riding to Tongli town which is an age-old but very well preserved water town with a history of more than 1,000 years.True to its reputation, Tongli water town is a really wonderful travel destination where you can spend a marvelous holiday or experience traditional Chinese culture.
18. Tuisi Garden
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Located at Tongli water town. Suggested time 30 minutes
19. Shanghai
    2h
    After tour, your guide and driver will take you back to Shanghai, If you need to catch a flight or a train after the tour, we are more than happy to help you arrange it. Just feel free let your guide and driver know . And you just need pay some extra fee to your driver.

Pickup details

Centrally located hotel included. Please Note : Pick up and drop-off outside of central Shanghai, such as the airport, cruise terminals, railway station, Shanghai Disney Area, Qingpu, Jiading, Chuansha, or Songjiang will incur extra fees​.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Wheelchair accessible
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• If you need baby seat , please inform us in advance , it is free cost.
• Passport needed during the day trip