R
Excellent tour with...
Excellent tour with Michelle. She spoke good English and was very knowledgeable. She took us to some beautiful places around Suzhou. Highly recommend
Half-Day Private Customized Suzhou Highlights with Lunch or Dinner Option
+8 photos
At a glance
- Duration
- 4–5 hours
- Price from
- $123 / person
- Location
- Suzhou, China
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
- Languages
- CMN, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Sunny Private Tours
Description
Maximize your short visit in Suzhou by taking this half day 4-hour customized tour.The tour is 100% customized around you, your local expert guide will lead you to the incredible Suzhou sites such as UNESCO gardens, Grand canals ,temples ,Tiger hill/Pagodas etc. Choose to have lunch or dinner option if you have more time.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 16 times a day, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 8–88)
- $123
- Child (ages 3–7)
- $30
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $213.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 1:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:19 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Classical Gardens of Suzhou
Your local friendly guide and the driver will pick up you at Suzhou hotel or Suzhou Railway station at your desired time. After meeting your guide, spend few minutes to discuss with your guide the preferences or any interests you like to cover during this half day private tour. Following is the sample itinerary, be sure to tell your guide if you need to make any changes during the tour. Typically , choose to visit one of the famous UNESCO garden such as Humble administrator's garden ,Lingering garden, Master of Nets garden etc based on your interests. Follow your guide to explore the charming ancient gardens while learning its fasinating history, culture.
Pingjiang Road
Next head to historic Pingjiang road in the ancient town, spend the fun time to stroll along the stone paved alley street , explore the local colorful handicrafts ,arts. You may choose to enjoy a relaxing gondola ride along the ancient waterways.
Tiger Hill
Depends on the time you have , you could also pick up some other local top popular attractions such as Tiger Hill ,admire famous Asia leaning pagoda on top of Huqiu moutain and take in its beautiful scenery on the way
Shantang Street
As mentioned, your itinerary is totally flexible and if time permits you may choose to include other sites such as Panmen Gate ,Silk Museum/Factory, Beisi Pagoda, Hanshan Temple etc. After the wonderful tour you will be dropped off at Suzhou hotel or Suzhou railway station if you travel by train.
What's included
Included
Experienced driver with air-conditioned comfortable car
Private Tour Services
Suzhou Railway Station Pickup or drop off
Lunch or Dinner (If the tour option with Lunch or Dinner is selected)
Amazing Local Tour guide
Hotel pick up and drop off in downtown Suzhou
Not included
Lunch or Dinner (If "Tour Only" option is selected)
Entrance fees during the tour
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up and dropp off is provided for anywhere in downtown Suzhou or Suzhou Railway station if you travel by train.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
2 reviews
How it compares in Suzhou
- No. 21 by number of reviews among 135 tours in Suzhou
- Starting price $123 is 10% below the typical $136 for tours of similar length in Suzhou
Excurgo comparison of 135 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Half-Day Private Customized Suzhou Highlights with Lunch or Dinner Option lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $123 per person for this Suzhou experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $213. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 16 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–7 pay from $30, adults from $123. Infants go free.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up and dropp off is provided for anywhere in downtown Suzhou or Suzhou Railway station if you travel by train. Pickup points include Kaisha Boutique Hotel, Jingwang 8285 Digitize Business Hotel.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in CMN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Sunny Private Tours.
Reviews(2)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
P
Carolyn was an excellent tour guide.
Carolyn was an excellent guide. She provided a lot of detailed information about Suzhou and the surrounding area. She was flexible and provided good advice for customizing our tour to make the most of our limited time.
Compare similar tours in Suzhou
- Lowest price: 4-Hour Suzhou Private Customized Tour — $80
- Best rated: Suzhou Private Flexible City Tour with Lunch Option — 4.6 (35 reviews)
- Shortest: Half-Day Private Customized Suzhou Highlights with Lunch or Dinner Option — 4–5 hours
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half-Day Private Customized Suzhou Highlights with Lunch or Dinner Option | 4–5 hours | 5.0 (2) | $123 | |
 Suzhou Customized Day Trip Private Car with Lunch and Local food | 9 hours | — | $180 | View |
 Suzhou Private Flexible City Tour with Lunch Option | 7–8 hours | 4.6 (35) | $123 | View |
 4-Hour Suzhou Private Customized Tour | 4–5 hours | 4.9 (15) | $80 | View |
 Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Private Day Tour with Lunch | 7–8 hours | 5.0 (12) | $166 | View |
 Suzhou and Tongli Water Village Private Day Tour with Lunch | 7–8 hours | 5.0 (5) | $163 | View |
 Private Customized Suzhou Highlights Tour with Tongli Water Town and Tuisi Garden | 8 hours | 5.0 (5) | $178 | View |
from$123
5.0(2) Free cancellation