• Suzhou Railway Station North Square Parking Lot - Meet the knowledgeable guide at the Suzhou downtown hotel for a transfer to the train station, where a swift 30-minute train journey to Shanghai awaits. Feel free to discuss any specific interests with the guide to tailor the commentary and itinerary.
• Yu Garden (Yuyuan) - The tour kicks off at Yu Garden, a quintessential example of the southern Chinese landscaping style from the Ming & Qing dynasties, making it a must-see for Shanghai visitors. Yu Garden beautifully showcases the art of blending various elements to create a miniature world, with pavilions, corridors, small hills, strategically placed rocks, lotus ponds, ancient bridges, winding paths, and trees. Nearby, the Shanghai Bazaar, a local market, is a burgeoning tourist and shopping hub, featuring numerous ancient streets and lanes where vendors offer products and food to tourists and locals alike.
• Jade Buddha Temple - Next, visit the Shanghai Jade Buddha Temple, renowned for its spiritual ambiance. This Song-dynasty-style architecture boasts a precise and harmonious structure. Visitors can explore the Hall of Heavenly Kings, Daxiong Grand Hall, and Jade Buddha Chamber. As a functioning monastery, it is home to monks who reside, pray, study, and conduct religious ceremonies on holy occasions. For those seeking meditation, spirituality, tranquility, and peace, the Jade Buddha Temple offers a perfect setting. The atmosphere is truly remarkable!
• Former French Concession - Continue the tour to the Old French Concession, the ideal place to witness the city’s finest aspects. Expanded progressively between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it features intriguing architecture funded by French and Belgian investments, showcasing a blend of Chinese-European styles. The tree-lined streets are vibrant, with a growing number of trendy boutiques and restaurants.
• Shanghai Bund Musical - In the afternoon, visit The Bund in Shanghai, a waterfront area in central Shanghai. Located in the eastern part of Huangpu District, it centers on a section of Zhongshan Road, running along the western bank of the Huangpu River, opposite the towering modern skyscrapers of Pudong.
• Tianzifang - The tour concludes at Tianzifang, a remarkable cluster of trendy and cultural spots. This arts and crafts enclave has evolved from a renovated residential area in the French Concession area of Shanghai, China. It consists of a neighborhood of labyrinthine alleyways off Taikang Road, also known as Taikang Road or Taikang Lu. Tianzifang is famous for its small craft stores, coffee shops, trendy art studios, and narrow alleys.
• Suzhou Railway Station North Square Parking Lot - After the Shanghai tour concludes, the personal guide will accompany guests on the train ride back to their delightful Suzhou hotel.

• Professional, English-speaking tour guide
• Bottled water provided
• Air-conditioned vehicles
• Lunch included with all-inclusive tour option
• Entrance fees covered for private tour bookings
• Round-trip Suzhou-Shanghai train tickets with certain bookings
• Experienced driver with over 15 years on the road

• Gratuities
• Personal expenses

Embark on a private day journey from Suzhou to Shanghai via express train, and discover the city with your knowledgeable guide! This Express-Entry excursion incorporates all of Shanghai’s key sites into a single, memorable day and enables you to bypass lengthy lines! Accompanied by your expert guide and adept driver, you’ll travel from Yu Garden to the Jade Buddha Temple, the Old French Concession, Shanghai Bund, Tianzifang, and more. You’ll pack more snapshot-worthy sites into one day than you would experience in a week of typical tourism. You have the choice to take a 2nd class train or upgrade to a 1st class train between Shanghai and Suzhou.

Note: This guided trip allows you to skip the lines and plunge directly into each picturesque site, ensuring your journey is seamless and pleasurable. This tour is completely customizable to fit your preferences.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.