Excursion privée d'une journée à Suzhou au départ de Shanghai avec option Bullet Train

We had booked this tour based off of the described itinerary and because it was a private tour. It had listed the Humble Administrator’s Garden in the description (which is literally one of the most principal places to visit in Suzhou and a must see). But the tour guide said via WeChat that this place would be too crowded with “too many Chinese” and suggested another place we hadn’t requested instead. She also knocked down one of our other options. I found this to be the first red flag. I had a tour in Beijing at the Forbidden City, our guide was very capable, polite and enthusiastic. It was super crowded but we had an incredible experience and found some great photo spots. She weaved us through the crowds with ease and agility. If a tour guide is capable and experienced, they’ll be able to navigate any situation. Crowded or not. Additionally, we’re in one of the most populated countries in the entire world, everywhere is crowded?! You come to China knowing this. I don’t know why it would be a bad thing that there would be many Chinese people either?! Like, we’re in China? lol. Why advertise something then suggest something else and then be aggressive and condescending when we insist on doing what has been clearly advertised? It felt like the guide couldn’t be bothered. From the very beginning the tour guide’s manner was very rude and inflexible. Not one ounce of warmth. I initially put it down to the language barrier but I can speak Chinese as well so…This is my first trip to China and I’ve already visited Guangzhou, Guilin, Yangshuo, XingPing Ancient Town and Beijing in the week and a half I’ve been here. I’ve just arrived in Shanghai and done some more tours, this Suzhou day tour would’ve been the 11th private tour I’ve taken during this trip. NONE of the other tour guides have spoken to me or treated me the way this one did, I felt very racially discriminated against. This is the very time I’ve felt this way in China. Maybe because I have my picture on my WeChat profile? Mind you, this tour is already overpriced. What an utter disappointment and inconvenience to my travel plans. I booked in advance, over a month out and just cancelled because there’s no way I will spend money where I am disrespected. There are so many other options available (one of the many great things about China), where my friend and I have rebooked and been treated with the respect and kindness everybody deserves. Stay away!!

I had great day with tourguide Joy. He has full knowledge of the city. Giving us lots of interesting information. I enjoy the food also.

Melinda provided excellent services as a guide for a day trip to Suzhou by train. We visited Master of Nets Garden, the canal area of Suzhou, Tiger Hill, and returned by canal boat for pickup and transfer to to the train station. It would have been difficult to spend an interesting day in Suzhou on my own and managing train transportation would have been difficult. Appreciated her help very much.

Our guide, Lea was great. She was knowledgeable and professional throughout the trip. We very much enjoyed all the sites she took us, but my daughter was delighted with her visit to the Cat Cafe. Highly recommend!

Everything about this tour was top rate. Our tour guide Lea was great and had an excellent command of English. We learned a lot from her. We were driven around in clean comfortable cars. We had lunch at a very authentic restaurant (try the squirrel fish). Everything was on schedule and we were picked up and dropped off at our hotel. We could not have done this day trip without Viator.

My family used this day trip and forwarded me their WeChat contact to arrange a booking. We were too last minute to book the bullet train so booked a private transfer instead, so bear this in end, you need more than a days notice to book the bullet train. Linda (our guide) met us in Suzhou, and had the day planned for us but was very open to change the schedule depending on what we wanted to see. She was brilliant! So knowledgable, friendly and would 100% recommend! We were looking for traditional Chinese wedding outfits and she helped us find places and we got our wedding day outfits

Great experience! Thanks to Melinda. Its a great introduction to use the train system of China… very impressive and complex for a non local. Suzhou has its unique beauty, am glad we took this tour. Melinda has been very helpful ,efficient, & very understanding .

Had a great time with Lea, who is a fantastic knowledgable guide. We spent time in Suzhou, went to all the significant sights, and had an amazing lunch!

I had a wonderful experience with our tour guide—she was knowledgeable, engaging, and made every stop feel interesting with her insightful explanations and storytelling. She was well-organized, ensured everything ran smoothly without feeling rushed, and always made sure everyone was comfortable. Her friendly and approachable personality made it easy to ask questions and enjoy the trip even more. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable tour experience.

Outstanding tour! Very informative and educational in regards to the Watertown and Silk Road history. Roy was a fantastic guide. Highly recommend this tour, guide and company.