Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Travel from Shanghai to Suzhou to take in one of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Classical Gardens of Suzhou. The Master of Nets Garden was founded as long ago as the 11th century and represents the pinnacle of classical Chinese garden design. Then travel to the ancient Tongli Water Town, where you can appreciate the glamour and charm of the water township along the Yangtze River in China. Learn the fascinating history from your expert tour guide and enjoy a hassle-free experience with hotel pickup and drop-off in a comfortable chauffeur-driven minivan.
What's included
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Umbrellas are provided for free use
Boat ride ticket in Tongli
Complimentary bottled water with unlimited supplies
Centrally located hotel pick-up and drop-off in Shanghai
Air conditioned minivan with chauffeur
Meals
Gratuities
What to expect
1h · Admission ticket included
Your professional guide will pick you up at your hotel in Shanghai at the agreed time in the morning, and then a 2-hour drive in a comfortable minivan with chauffeur will take you to Suzhou. For hundreds of years, Suzhou is well-known for preserving many charming and typical classical gardens, almost all of which are the local wealthy families' residences. Your first destination is the Master of Nets Garden. The exquisite garden is not very large in scale but the special layout of pavilions, gateways, windows and various halls enlarges the space visually and worth a visit.
Shantang Street
1h
Afterwards, your guide will take you to Shantang Street, an ancient riverside pedestrian road with a few old stone bridges and lots of traditional residential houses. It is ideally a place to stroll, try all kinds of local snacks and pick up souvenirs. Here you will have one hour free time to explore this street and have your lunch by yourself. Of course, your guide will offer you the best recommendations according to your preference.
Tongli Town
3h · Admission ticket included
Then a 30-minitue’s drive will take you to Tongli Water Town, an age-old but very well preserved water town with a history of more than 1,000 years. Forty-nine stone bridges in a variety of styles link the different parts of the town. Many old residential houses with typical features of South China built along the riverside. The entire ancient town is just a large scenic area for you to explore and your guide will show you around. Taking a traditional boat ride along the canal will add more fun to your trip. Just get your camera ready.
After that, your guide and driver will accompany you back to your hotel in Shanghai.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Pick-up from hotels within the Middle Ring Road of Shanghai
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Pick-up from hotels within the Middle Ring Road of Shanghai. An additional transfer fee will be incurred if your hotel is outside the above mentioned area.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
