Private Day Trip to Suzhou from Shanghai with Fast Train Option

Itinerary
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Stop At: Suzhou Center, Sanxiang Rd, Gusu Qu, Suzhou Shi, Jiangsu Sheng, China

Your professional guide will pick up you at your downtown Shanghai hotel and travel to Suzhou with the transportation option you booked. If you book the fast train / Bullet train option, you will enjoy an exciting 30-minute train ride to Suzhou.

Upon arrival, your fully customizable Suzhou day tour starts. Based on your interests, choose to visit one of the four most famous gardens in China-the Humble Administrator’s garden ,listed in the UNESCO World Heritage , it is the largest garden in Suzhou with classic south-east Ming Dynasty architecture , including the unique Taihu lake rock-hills, delicate pavilions, ponds , beautiful flowers, lush green trees and 150 different Bonsais. Appreciate the charming and elegance of the traditional Chinese garden while learning the interesting history, culture from your local knowledgeable guide.

After that take a walk or rickshaw to Pingjiang historic Road, explore the “boutique canal street” full of interesting arts, old residences, crafts , local traditions etc. along the ancient Grand canal, immerse yourself in the beauty of the little “Oriental Venice”.

Next take a break and treat yourself with a delightful local lunch, try some of the local popular dishes with the recommendation from your expert guide.

Continue to have a fun afternoon adventure with your guide, based on your own preferences, you will have the option of visiting the 13th century Buddhist temple with classic garden complex , or you can choose to visit the interesting silk factory located in the old Japanese Concession where you will learn how famous Chinese silk is produced from the little silk worm to the garments. Or enjoy a relaxing boat ride along ancient canal to appreciate the typical southeast old houses and experience the true sights, sounds, scents of Suzhou along the old waterways.

Depends on the time you have ,you may also visit China No.1 ancient street and enjoy the dynamic culture and fantastic water town scenery while walking up the “Fortune Bridge”, or take a look at the famous leaning Pagoda on the Tiger Hill , Panmen scenic area , Suzhou Museum or other famous garden such as Lingering garden , Master of the Nets Garden etc.

After an enjoyable day, you will travel back to Shanghai with your guide with the convenient drop off at your downtown Shanghai hotel or other downtown area as per your request.


Duration: 8 hours

Stop At: The Classical Gardens of Suzhou, No.12 Gongyuan Road, Canglang District, Suzhou 215006 China

During this one day Suzhou tour ,you will have opportunity to discover the amazing Suzhou classic gardens with your local expert guide based on your preferences

Duration: 1 hour