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All-Inclusive Private Day Tour to Suzhou by Bullet Train or Car
Product code 129808P2
From
From EUR 178
Dates
Feb 9, 2025 to Jul 19, 2025
Start times
8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 8:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-2, Child ages 3-16, Adult ages 17-99
Options
Suzhou Day Trip By Car, Suzhou Day Trip By Train
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Duration
9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From EUR 178
All-Inclusive Private Day Tour to Suzhou by Bullet Train or Car
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Duration
9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
What better way to explore one of the most historical town near Shanghai—still mostly survived China's modernization drive—than by having an indigenous inhabitant tell you stories about the history and evolution of the 2500-year-old quaint town. I am a local Shanghainese—born, and lived here all my life.We will be going to Suzhou by bullet Train(at the speed of 180 miles/hour!) or a car(van) -Known as "Venice of The East ", 60 miles from downtown Shanghai, Suzhou has managed to maintain most of its old buildings and population. Besides exploring the a beautiful 700-year-old Ancient Chinese Garden , we will also visit Suzhou Silk Museum, known as the origin of Chinese silk, silk has been woven in Suzhou since about 3000years ago! after refueling with a typical Suzhou lunch, we will take a Suzhou style Gondola trip down the charming canals. Finally, we will sip some tea from local tea farms while enjoying a beautiful tea ceremony , so you can immerse deeper into local life.
Overview
What better way to explore one of the most historical town near Shanghai—still mostly survived China's modernization drive—than by having an indigenous inhabitant tell you stories about the history and evolution of the 2500-year-old quaint town. I am a local Shanghainese—born, and lived here all my life.We will be going to Suzhou by bullet Train(at the speed of 180 miles/hour!) or a car(van) -Known as "Venice of The East ", 60 miles from downtown Shanghai, Suzhou has managed to maintain most of its old buildings and population. Besides exploring the a beautiful 700-year-old Ancient Chinese Garden , we will also visit Suzhou Silk Museum, known as the origin of Chinese silk, silk has been woven in Suzhou since about 3000years ago! after refueling with a typical Suzhou lunch, we will take a Suzhou style Gondola trip down the charming canals. Finally, we will sip some tea from local tea farms while enjoying a beautiful tea ceremony , so you can immerse deeper into local life.
What's Included
Included
English-speaking Guide
Round-trip Bullet train fares,Lunch,hotel/airbnb pickup and drop-off included
Lunch
Garden Admission Tickets and Gandola Boat Tickets
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Gratuity For Guide
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
40 minutes
Stop 1
You will depart from your Shanghai hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to Shanghai Railway Station to have a wonderful bullet train experience to Suzhou. Relax while marvelling the ancient cityscape on the road to the Lion Forest Garden in Suzhou city.
Stop 2
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 2
You will visit the famous Lion Forest garden, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend your relax morning strolling around the ancient house with delicate pavilions, corridors, ponds, rockeries, walkways and lush green trees. Enjoy the picturesque view and hear the rich history from your professional guide. Sitting in the pavilion beside the pond, feel like stepping back in history.
Stop 3
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 3
From Lion Forest Garden, you will visit the Pingjiang Road, which is a beautiful old street beside the canal. We will refuel with a traditional Chinese lunch nearby.
Stop 4
1 hour
Stop 4
Being the "Most Elegant City" of China, Suzhou is know for its silk weaving industry for thousands of years, you will be able to see the history of silk production in Suzhou, and even a live presetation of traditional silk weaving process Note:The museum is closed on Mondays,we will opt to visit the 1000-year-old Grace Temple&Pagoda
Stop 5
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 5
You will then enjoy a relaxing boat trip on the old Grand Canal. Watching the ancient households and goinh through some old stone bridges,Don't miss out on some good pictures! and you will immerse yourself in the atmosphere of old times lifestyle and appreciate the charms of old China.We will also have a tea break to enjoy the freshest tea from Suzhou tea farms
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation Wheelchair Accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
1 reviews
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