Private Day Tour: Zhouzhuang and Suzhou from Shanghai

Shanghai, China
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This is a private tour to visit "Venice of the East" ancient town----Zhouzhuang and picturesque city Suzhou. On this day trip by private vehicle, stroll through Suzhou's marvelous Lingering Garden and view its Grand Canal. You’ll explore Zhouzhuang's waterways on a Chinese-style gondola and dine on a Chinese-Style lunch. With an expert guide, you will observe the traditional daily life in these centuries-old towns.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • A delicious Lunch
  • Private vehicle
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • Entrance tickets(Zhouzhuang Watertown)
  • Gratuities
  • Lingering Garden(Optional)

What to expect

  1. The Lingering Garden
    1h · Admission ticket included
    It is recognized with other classical Suzhou gardens as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In 1997, the garden, along with other classical gardens in Suzhou, was recorded by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The garden also stores two UNESCO Intangible World Heritage Arts
  2. Shantang Street
    1h 30m
    the must go Shantang where you will see a very old local lifestyle over the canals and bridges we encounter.
    We will have a classic lunch in the most famous Suzhou Cuisine restaurant and there we will try some authentic local food and have a small rest to be prepared for our later exploration.
  3. Suzhou Silk Museum
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Visit a neighboring silk factory that holds a nearly 100-year old history. Observing the process of silk reeling, silk weaving, and finally silk quilt making. You will be amazed by how the silk are made by zero.
  4. Zhouzhuang Water Town
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Zhouzhuanng is one of the most well-known water townships in China. It has a fascinating culture background as well as some well-preserved ancient residential houses and watery views, known as the ‘Venice of the East’. Start your journey by visiting this historical town, then the Twin Bridges, followed by a close touch of a luxury house of Shenwansan, the richest person of Zhouzhuang back in Ming Dynasty.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up all the guests at your hotel of Shanghai

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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