Shanghai Private Day Tour to Suzhou and Zhujiajiao Water Town

Humble Administrator’s Garden - Your knowledgeable local guide and driver will pick you up from your downtown Shanghai hotel. Enjoy a comfortable ride to Suzhou, and discuss with your guide to customize your tour. This private and flexible tour allows for a personalized experience. Below is a suggested itinerary, but feel free to inform your guide of any changes you wish to make. Typically, the tour begins with a visit to the UNESCO-listed Humble Administrator’s Garden. Spend quality time exploring the enchanting gardens, which include ponds, exquisite Taihu rockeries, ancient pavilions, bridges, flowers, and lush greenery, while learning about the garden’s beauty, culture, and history from your guide.

The Classical Gardens of Suzhou - If you prefer a more intimate garden experience, you may choose to visit the Lingering Garden, Master of the Nets Garden, or Couple’s Retreat Garden.

Beisita - Next, you have the option to visit the ancient Beisi Buddhist Temple and the oldest North Pagoda, where you can appreciate the tranquil temple and peaceful garden settings. Alternatively, you can visit a Suzhou silk factory to learn about the fascinating silk production process, from the tiny silk worm to the fine finished materials. Then, take a break to enjoy a delightful local lunch, with recommendations from your guide.

Zhujiajiao Ancient Town - Continue your enjoyable afternoon tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town. Upon arrival, follow your guide to explore the charming “Oriental Venice.” Walk across the tallest Fangsheng Bridge, explore the Ming and Qing stone-paved alley streets, and enjoy an optional gondola ride to immerse yourself in the serene and picturesque township scenery. Your tour will conclude with a convenient drop-off at your downtown Shanghai hotel or another downtown area as per your request.

Shanghai to Hangzhou Private Day Trip by Bullet Train

Shanghai Railway Station - Your exciting Hangzhou day tour begins with a convenient pick-up from your Shanghai hotel. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to Shanghai Railway Station. Enjoy an approximately 1-hour thrilling ride on the modern bullet train, and take some time to discuss with your guide to customize your tour. Below is a recommended popular itinerary. As an exclusive private tour, it is fully customizable, so please feel free to inform your guide of any changes you wish to make during the tour.

West Lake (Xi Hu) - Upon arrival at Hangzhou Railway Station, you will be transferred to the UNESCO site West Lake. Begin exploring the splendid lake, which includes top attractions such as Su Causeway, Three Ponds Mirroring the Moon, Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor, and Lotus Flower Pond. Immerse yourself in the spectacular natural views while learning about its fascinating history and folklore from your guide.

Longjing Tea Fields - Next, head to the Longjing tea fields. Enjoy a leisurely walk in the famous green tea plantation, soak up the beautiful and refreshing countryside in the tranquil tea village, and learn how to pick tea leaves and about the profound local tea history and culture. Have your camera ready to capture great photos along the way. Take a break and enjoy a delightful lunch freshly prepared at a home-style restaurant.

Fei Lai Feng - After lunch, enjoy a fun visit to the Lingyin Scenic Area. Visit the famous grottos in Southern China, built more than 1,000 years ago. Walk around different caves while admiring the impressive carvings of over 300 stone Buddha statues along the mountains, and immerse yourself in the wonderful green natural scenery.

Lingyin Temple - Continue the tour in the region and visit Lingyin Temple, one of the top 10 famous Chinese Buddhist temples. Admire its impressive ancient temple complex, explore different chambers and statues, and learn about the fascinating religious culture and customs from your guide.

After a wonderful day, you will catch the bullet train back to Shanghai, with a convenient drop-off at your Shanghai hotel or another downtown area as per your request.

• 2-Day Great guide Service
• Private air-conditioned car with driver
• 2-Day Tasty Local Lunch (If All Inclusive Package or Tour with Lunch is booked)
• Entrance to Zhujiajiao water town (If All Inclusive Package is booked)
• Lunch
• Entrance fee to Feilaifeng and Lingyin Temple (If All Inclusive Package is booked)
• Entrance fees to 1x Suzhou garden (If All Inclusive Package is booked)

• Entrance fees ( If “ All Inclusive Package” is not booked)
• Food or drink ( If “ All Inclusive Package“ or “ Tour with lunch” is not booked).
• Gratuities
• Boat ride in Suzhou or Hangzhou if needed pay as actual.

Enjoy the exclusive private 2-Day customized tour to the two celebrated cities in southern China -Suzhou and Hangzhou .Explore Suzhou with 2500 years history, visit the famed chinese garden and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the
China Oriental Venice by wondering along the old canal lanes, stone bridges in Zhujiajiao Water Town; visit the UNESCO site -West Lake, appreciate the magnificent view of the green tea village and amazing stone buddhas in lingyin temple in Hangzhou.Convenient door to door private transportation are included.

• Dress code is smart casual
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Please advise any dietary requirements if you have

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.