Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option

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Highlights

  • Chose to travel from Shanghai on an iconic bullet train

  • Groups of more than four people have a private transfer from Shanghai

  • Round-trip hotel pickup included, upgrade to include lunch and entrance fees

Summary

As one of China’s picturesque water towns, canal-lined Suzhou earns its nickname as the “Venice of the East.” During this action-packed guided excursion departing from Shanghai, you can hop aboard an iconic bullet train and be whisked away to discover the narrow lanes and classical gardens in the charming, old-world city, once a famous destination for Chinese artists and poets in search of inspiration. Your adventure begins with a comfortable hotel pick up in Shanghai and travel to Suzhou with your own great guide with the transportation option you booked. Once in Suzhou, you’ll be treated to a tailor-made tour, packed with customizable stops suited to your interests. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed gardens, which recreate Chinese landscapes in miniature and date as early as the 11th century. You’ll see 150 varieties of Bonsai tree. Opt for a boat trip down the historic canals for a first-hand peek at everyday life in the ancient town. With flexible itineraries, you’ll also have the option of visiting a 13th-century Buddhist temple or a silk factory, and can upgrade to enjoy an included lunch.

Tour info

Duration
8 hours - 9 hours
Group Size
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Why take this tour?

Suzhou is one of China’s scenic water towns, home to UNESCO World Heritage-listed gardens and a picturesque network of canals. Make the most of your time there with a private guide on this fully customizable tour. Hop a bullet train or choose to travel privately from Shanghai. Discover the one-of-a-kind charms of China’s “Venice of the East,” including ancient streets and charming old waterways during the day. Upgrade to include lunch and entrance fees for a more in-depth adventure.

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What’s included?

  • Professional guide

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Shanghai area

  • Transportation: based on the your chosen tour option (see details upon booking)

  • Local tasty lunch( If "All inclusive tour " is booked)

  • Entrance fee to one garden( If " All Inclusive Tour" is Booked)

  • Boat Ride in the canal ( If " All Inclusive Tour" is Booked)

  • Gratuities

  • Entrance fees to the garden (If"All incluisve" option is not selected)

  • Lunch, food and drinks (if " All Inclusive "option is not booked)

  • Hotel pick up and drop-off for locations outside of the downtown Shanghai areas (such as Jiading, Songjiang, Qingpu ,Jinqiao, Chuansha in Pudong areas, if your hotel is not in the downtown your guide will give you the instruction to meet at the downtown point)

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Before you book

  • Duration: 8-9 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Sunny Tours Shanghai

About operator:

Sunny Tours is a highly professional and reliable tour operator in China. Set up in Shanghai by Ms. Sunny who has more than a decade experience in providing high quality tours and travel services in the industry. Now has developed into an excellent team with amazing guides, travel logistics to serve travelers from all over the world. Sunny Tours Shanghai is dedicated to provide excellent private customized tours and professional business services (Local interpreters/translators, business events, local ground transport) in Shanghai, Beijing, Xi’an and cities nearby include Suzhou, Hangzhou, Nanjing , Yangzhou ,Water Towns ( Xitang, Tongli, Wuzhen ,Zhouzhuang, Xitang etc), Huangshan (Yellow Mountain ), Zhenjiang as well as other cities and region in Jiangsu , Zhejiang province and Yangtze River Delta. With our great guides and local expert travel and designation services, we ensure you the most memorable and wonderful experience! We are looking forward to seeing you in Shanghai China!

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