Private Day Trip to Wuxi Lingshan Grand Buddha and Taihu Lake from Shanghai

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Around 3 hours drive from Shanghai, Wuxi is also a well known tourist city which is always famous as Shanghai's back garden. The highlights of this day tour are not only the Lingshan Grand Buddha but also the beautiful Taihu Lake. The Buddha stands 88 meters tall and is called the tallest bronze Buddha in the world. You’ll have a fully understanding about Buddhism and enjoy Nine Dragons Bathing Shakyamuni and Ode to Auspice in Brahma Palace, visit Five Mudra Mandala in Tibetan style, touch the largest Buddha hand which is said to bring you good fortune and longevity, enjoy the happy scene of 100 children playing with Maitreya Buddha and marvel at the grand Buddha and even touch its feet. Also, a vegetarian buffet lunch in the palace included.Taihu Lake is another Wuxi’s Icons and is the third largest freshwater lake in China. Some 90 islets, large and small, plus the presence of many fleets of fishing boats add to its landscape, making it a remarkable spectacle.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Private driver/guide
Mini bus ride in Lingshan scenic area
Vegetarian buffet lunch
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

You will be picked up from your hotel lobby by our guide with a sign of your name.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    In the morning, your private tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel lobby at 8:00 am. After a 3-hour drive, you will arrive at the Lingshan Grand Buddha, which is the number one attraction in Wuxi. It stands 88 meters tall and is the tallest bronze Buddha in the world. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of Buddhism and you can admire the Nine Dragons Bathing Shakyamuni and Ode to Auspice in Brahma Palace. Visit the Five Mudra Mandala and touch the largest Buddha's hand, which is said to bring you good fortune and longevity. Then you will have a vegetarian buffet lunch in the temple.

    6 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2

    After the spiritual tour, it is time to relax your body and mind with breathtaking natural scenery. You will have a walk along the northern bank of Taihu Lake. Taihu Lake is another of Wuxi’s Icons and is the third-largest freshwater lake in China. You will then return to your hotel after the walk.

    4 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Passport name, date of birth and nationality is required at time of booking for all participants
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Supplied by Shanghai Driver Guide

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Ports of Call Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
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Cancellation Policy

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

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