Suzhou and Tongli Water Town Private Day Tour from Shanghai

8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Flexible customized private full day tour from Shanghai. Travel to Suzhou to explore its historical , flexible itinerary based on your interests and guide suggestion for Suzhou , Afternoon , explore Tongli Water Town with your guide , to know and see their stone bridges, tranquil canals, and Ming- and Qing-era houses . Private guide and driver , hotel pick up and drop off , tolls, gas, parking fee and bottled water are inclusive.

What's Included

Tolls, gas , parking fee and bottled water
Private professional guide
Hotel pick up and drop off
Private air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver
Attractions entrance tickets ( Guide will help you to purchase )
Lunch fee ( Guide recommend restaurant )
Gratuities (Recommended for excellent service)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Centrally located hotel included. Please Note : Pick up and drop-off outside of central Shanghai, such as the airport, cruise terminals, railway station, Shanghai Disney Area, Qingpu, Jiading, Chuansha, or Songjiang will incur extra fees​.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Shanghai

    Private guide and driver pick you up from centrally located hotel in Shanghai, and heading to Suzhou. Normally, it takes about 2 hours riding . Below attractions are popular , so you can choose some of them based on your request and guide suggestion ,but you do not have time visit all . Because the tour is for half day Suzhou and half day Tongli Water Town.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    This is an ancient city with over 2,500 years of history and numerous points of interest. For this private day tour, we suggest 2-3 hours for this city, it means you do not have time visit all sites. We list below attractions are popular , you can discuss with your private guide where you want to visit during the 2 hours riding from Shanghai. So the entrance ticket will not include , because we do not know which you want to go , but no worries, your guide will help you to buy when you arrive.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Humble Administrator's Garden

    The Humble Administrator's Garden, covering about 52,000 sq. meters (12.85 acres), is the largest and most renowned. Due to its unique designs and ethereal beauty, the garden has garnered many special honors. We suggest 1 hour visiting here, then you have time to see more.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Tiger Hill

    An ancient poet said ,It is a lifelong pity if having visited Suzhou you did not visit Tiger Hill. We suggest 1 hour here.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Pingjiang Road

    Pingjiang Road is the largest and best-preserved historical block in Suzhou.Government has protected and reconstructed the old buildings and alleys in accordance with their previous appearances and the “water flowing along the roads and alleys” structure. Suggest 40 minutes here.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    The Classical Gardens of Suzhou

    Just feel free discuss with your guide which garden you want to go.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Suzhou Museum

    It is adjacent to the Humble Administrator’s Garden. Suggested time visiting :40 minuets

    40 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8

    It’s a symbol of Suzhou as “New Paradise on Earth”, where people can enjoy their leisure time and the beautiful broad view of the lake. Suggested visiting time :45 minutes

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 9

    It is well-known for the exquisite beauty of its magnificent halls, and the various sizes, shapes, and colors of the buildings. In 1997, it was recorded on the list of the world heritage by UESCO. Suggested visiting time: 50 minuets

    50 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    Shantang Street

    The Shantang Street is cited as ‘the First Street in Suzhou, it is very popular with tourists and the place for snacks and food.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    It is one of the four most famous and representative gardens of ancient classical style in Suzhou City. Suggested time :35 minuets .

    35 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 12
    Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal

    In different cities excellent ships and boats are available to take visitors to admire the Grand Canal scenery to their heart's content. Suggested time :1 hour

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 13
    Panmen Gate

    It is famous for its numerous historic relics and abundant human landscapes and has been listed as a National AAAA Tourist Area. Suggested time :30 minutes

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 14
    Master-of-Nets Garden

    It is the smallest of the Suzhou residential gardens, yet it is the most impressive because of its use of space which creates the illusion of an area that is much greater than its actual size. Suggested time :30 minutes .

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 15
    Suzhou Silk Museum

    The entire museum design is dignified and elegant - yet unconventional - combining a sense of ancient civilization with modern style. Suggested time :30 minuets

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 16

    Canglang Pavilion (Blue Wave Pavilion) is located in the southern part of Suzhou, and is one of the four most famous gardens of the city. Suggested time :40 minutes

    40 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 17
    Tongli Town

    In the afternoon , takes about 40 minutes riding to Tongli town which is an age-old but very well preserved water town with a history of more than 1,000 years.True to its reputation, Tongli water town is a really wonderful travel destination where you can spend a marvelous holiday or experience traditional Chinese culture.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 18

    Located at Tongli water town. Suggested time 30 minutes

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 19
    Shanghai

    After tour, your guide and driver will take you back to Shanghai, If you need to catch a flight or a train after the tour, we are more than happy to help you arrange it. Just feel free let your guide and driver know . And you just need pay some extra fee to your driver.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
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Cancellation Policy

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

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