Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train with All Inclusive Option
Description
Discover the beautiful city Suzhou on a full-day sightseeing tour from Shanghai. Departing at 9:30am at your Shanghai hotel, you will be accompanied by your private guide to discover the beautiful garden, such as Humble Administrator's Garden, Tiger Hill and etc.. Take a boat ride along the old Grand Canal. You will learn about the history behind 3rd-century at ancient Panmen Gate and take a ride of the rickshaw along the historic Pingjiang Road if you like.
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Itinerary
You will depart from your Shanghai hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to Shanghai Train Station to have a wonderful bullet train experience to Suzhou. Relax during the scenic on the road to the Humble Administrator's Garden in Suzhou city.
Typically, you will visit the famous humble administrators garden, an UNESCO World Heritage. Spend your relax morning strolling around the ancient house with delicate pavilions, corridors, ponds, rockeries, walkways and lush green trees. Enjoy the picturesque view and hear the rich history from your professional guide. Sitting in the pavilion beside the pond, feel like stepping back in history.
From Humble Administrator's Garden, you will visit the Pingjiang Road, which is a beautiful old street beside the canal. You will take a private rickshaw along the historic Pingjiang Road, where the driver will take you up and down old streets to see the lifestyle of people and the district. Refuel with a traditional Chinese lunch on Pingjiang Road.
You will then head to the Panmen Gate. It is claimed to be the oldest ancient water and land gate in the world for the purpose of defense against enemy armies. You will wander around the park see the well maintained gate all as well as the pagodas.
From Panmen Gate (or pick one from Tiger Hill and others), then enjoy a relaxing boat trip on the old Grand Canal. The ancient households and the old city gate wall are along the riverside, and you will immerse yourself in the atmosphere of old times lifestyle and appreciate the charms of old China.
Then head to Shantang street. Spend your relax time sitting beside the river, enjoy the beautiful view of old bridge, traditional houses. Taste some local snacks or enjoy the local Pingtan music if you like. If you want to visit some other attractions besides the sample itinerary, feel free discussing with your guide, some suggested alternative options for your reference in below: Tiger Hill, Hanshan Temple, Master of net garden, Lingering Garden or Silk factory. When tour is finished, you will take bullet train back to Shanghai city.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your hotel or airbnb in Shanghai City
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Passport name and number is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Humble Administrator's Garden Ticket 11 USD/Person(if Private Tour with Lunch Option is selected)
- Pan Men City Gate Ticket 6USD/Person(if Private Tour with Lunch Option is selected)
- Grand Canal Boat Ride 7USD/Person( if Private Tour with Lunch option is selected)
- Rickshaw Ride 13USD/Person ( if Private Tour with Lunch option is selected)
Reviews(339)
I found a nice, professional, and very fun guide. She took care of all my needs with form and professionalism. I highly recommend Lin for her friendliness
Excellent service and excellent guide Lin. He took us with private transport and bullet train. Includes excellent food. Lin is a very good guide, attentive, explains everything, and is looking out for us. Highly recommended
Wow Wow Wow! ABSOLUTELY Incredible!! This is a MUST take trip, and was the highlight of our time in the Shanghai and surrounding area. ❤️ Lin is amazing - from taking so many stunning Instagram photographs of my daughter that *for the first time ever* she said “no more needed”, to telling us history stories throughout the day to keep our experience meaningful and more immersive, to setting the perfect pace with a customized assortment of our favorite to-do sites in Suzhou. This tour exceeded my expectations incredibly. I can not give this experience, and Lin, enough stars. …I was worried about an 8hr tour, especially during the heat of summer…but the efficiently coordinated tour with dedicated a/c transportation between our immersive boat ride in the canal, beautiful strolls, bike-carriage ride, silk factory tour, delicious lunch, tea house experience, and beautiful garden tour was perfect. The pace felt smooth and enjoyable. We didn’t feel tired until just before time to call it a day. I’m still amazed at how much we were able to experience of Suzhou without over extending ourselves. It was so much and so enjoyable! All this was complimented by the accommodations and kindness of Lin. She would often grab a bag for us, offer an extra drink or snack - she just showed so much genuine consideration. When I mentioned to her I didn’t want to buy anything at the silk factory (great tour and beauty items there!) she even helped shield the entire interaction in such a way that we felt completely comfortable and never pressured. 🌟 This is truly a MUST do trip, and I give Lin my highest recommendation as your guide.
For some reason I was expecting a group tour like I've had in the past, your and your best friend plus 30 strangers on a bus, one tour guide with a microphone, that sort of thing. I did not realize that for this great price you could get a private tour with your very own tour guide just for our twosome! I also didn't realize it would be so complete, with cars at each interval for just the 3 of us to connect us to the next stop, and lunch would be whatever we wanted to order at a wonderful restaurant--it was nearly a banquet. All this was wonderful but the particularly great part of it was our guide Lin. She kept to English for us (my bestie is bilingual but I don't have a word of Chinese) and not only gave us facts about our tour but steered us toward great shopping opportunities, made sure we were comfortable at every step (it was broiling hot), made great recommendations at our restaurant, and was so incredibly kind and welcoming and conversational, it was like we'd made an instant friend. She was so splendid a person to get to know that I would absolutely ask for her again on any and every tour for which she was available. If you are looking for something one-on-one and to eat great food, get this tour, and if you want a terrific person to be your guide do ask for Lin, she's just amazing!
From Alana (tour coordinator), to the private drivers, to our wonderful tour guide Jane - everyone was so communicative and made sure every part of the trip went smoothly. Travelling with 2 kids, we required alot of patience and stops and they were so accomodating. Next time I’m going on a tour, 5 out 5 going with Viator again!
Excellent tour and our guide, Lin was wonderful. It was a great day.
Jane was an excellent tour guide! Thanks Jane for giving us a great tour in the 100 degree heat!
As a solo traveler, this Suzhou day trip gave me the perfect blend of adventure, culture, and ease. From boarding the bullet train in Shanghai to wandering along ancient canals and through breathtaking classical gardens, every moment felt like a new discovery. My guide, Kimi, was outstanding—knowledgeable, engaging, and wonderful at sharing the stories behind the places we visited. Exploring hidden corners of the city and crossing historic stone bridges felt like stepping into another era. The all-inclusive experience made everything seamless, allowing me to focus on the journey rather than the logistics. Kimi even helped me order lunch and it was excellent. If you're traveling alone and want an unforgettable day beyond Shanghai, I highly recommend this tour.
We were happy for the day and the guide Jane
This tour was amazing! Kimi was our guide for the day. We were impressed by Kimi’s thorough knowledge and helpful narrative on Suzhou and the places we visited. He helped coordinate changes to our schedule on short notice which we gratefully appreciate. The restaurant where we had lunch was amazing. Thank you for this experience! Highly recommend this tour.
