Discover the rich history of Suzhou and experience the charm of Zhouzhuang Water Town on a private day tour from Shanghai. Customize your itinerary, visit historical sites, take a boat ride, and explore old buildings and bridges. Hotel pick-up, private guide, and transportation included.
Discover the rich history of Suzhou and experience the charm of Zhouzhuang Water Town on a private day tour from Shanghai. Customize your itinerary, visit historical sites, take a boat ride, and explore old buildings and bridges. Hotel pick-up, private guide, and transportation included.
- Shanghai - Your personal guide and driver will pick you up from your centrally located hotel in Shanghai and head to Suzhou. Typically, the journey takes about 2 hours without heavy traffic. The attractions listed below are popular, and you can select some based on your preferences and your guide’s recommendations. However, there isn’t enough time…
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Shanghai - Your personal guide and driver will pick you up from your centrally located hotel in Shanghai and head to Suzhou. Typically, the journey takes about 2 hours without heavy traffic. The attractions listed below are popular, and you can select some based on your preferences and your guide’s recommendations. However, there isn’t enough time to visit all of them, as the tour includes half a day in Suzhou and half a day in Zhouzhuang Water Town.
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Suzhou - This ancient city boasts over 2,500 years of history and numerous points of interest. For this private day tour, we recommend spending 2-3 hours in the city, which means not all sites can be visited. The attractions listed below are popular, and you can discuss with your private guide which ones to visit during the 2-hour drive from Shanghai. Entrance tickets are not included, as the destinations are chosen on the day, but your guide will assist in purchasing them upon arrival.
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Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal - In various cities, excellent ships and boats are available for visitors to enjoy the Grand Canal scenery to their heart’s content. Suggested time: 1 hour.
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Panmen Gate - Known for its numerous historic relics and rich cultural landscapes, it has been designated as a National AAAA Tourist Area. Suggested time: 30 minutes.
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Master-of-Nets Garden - Although it is the smallest of the Suzhou residential gardens, it is the most impressive due to its clever use of space, creating the illusion of a much larger area. Suggested time: 30 minutes.
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Zhouzhuang Water Town - In the afternoon, it takes about 40 minutes to travel to Zhouzhuang Water Town, one of China’s most famous water townships, built amid canals, ponds, and lakes. The town features many old buildings and bridges, boat rides, and crafts, all framed by the charming water town scenery. Explore three highlights: Shen House, Zhang House, and Chengxu Taoist Temple. Your guide will share historical information based on your interests.
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Shanghai - After the tour, your guide and driver will return you to Shanghai. If you need to catch a flight or train afterward, they will be happy to assist with arrangements. Simply inform your guide and driver, and an additional fee will be required for the driver.

- Experienced private guide and driver
- All-inclusive trip with tolls, gas, and parking fees covered
- Complimentary bottled water
- Travel comfortably in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off service
- Experienced private guide and driver
- All-inclusive trip with tolls, gas, and parking fees covered
- Complimentary bottled water
- Travel comfortably in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off service
- Attractions entrance tickets ( Guide will help you to purchase )
- Lunch fee ( Guide can recommend restaurants)
- Gratuities (Recommended for excellent service)
- Attractions entrance tickets ( Guide will help you to purchase )
- Lunch fee ( Guide can recommend restaurants)
- Gratuities (Recommended for excellent service)
Enjoy a personalized full-day private tour from Shanghai, traveling to Suzhou to discover its rich history. The itinerary is adaptable to your interests and your guide’s recommendations for Suzhou. In the afternoon, visit Zhouzhuang Water Town with your guide to explore ancient buildings and bridges, enjoy boat rides, and discover local crafts. Delve…
Enjoy a personalized full-day private tour from Shanghai, traveling to Suzhou to discover its rich history. The itinerary is adaptable to your interests and your guide’s recommendations for Suzhou. In the afternoon, visit Zhouzhuang Water Town with your guide to explore ancient buildings and bridges, enjoy boat rides, and discover local crafts. Delve into three main attractions: Shen House, Zhang House, and Chengxu Taoist Temple.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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
- If you need baby seat , please inform us in advance , it is free cost.
- Passport needed during the day trip
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.