Private Tour
Private Suzhou&zhouzhuang Water Village Day Tour
Overview
Available languages
10 hours
Paper ticket
You will experience two picturesque towns, each unique in its splendor they reveal. Suzhou is one of the oldest towns in the Yangtze basin with its interconnected waterways and beautiful gardens, was once referred as "The Venice of the East." You will visit the Master of Nets Garden, a representative work of Suzhou classical gardens; Panmen, the ancient city gate of Suzhou and the Grand Canal. To visit the Silk Factory to see closely cocoon selecting, silk reeling, silk weaving. After lunch travel to Zhouzhuang, the most famous water village with a history of 900 years. The majority of the residences were built in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and nearly 100 classic courtyards and 60 carved-brick archways are still in use. Walk onto the Double Bridges, the symbol of Zhouzhuang before returning back to Shanghai
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Master-of-Nets Garden
Founded around 600 BC, Suzhou is one of the oldest settlements in the Yangtze basin. Often referred to as the "Venice of the East," its neighborhoods and interconnected waterways are truly a masterpiece.
Panmen Gate
Pan Gate is part of the ancient city wall built in 514 BCE that surrounded and protected Suzhou. Pan Gate was the only entrance to the wall that surrounded ancient Suzhou. It is also known in China for its architecture. It is so famous for its complex of both land and water city gates that many times, people directly refer to it as the "Land and Water Gate".
What‘s Included
Entrance Fees
Round Trip Transfer from Downtown Shanghai Hotels
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
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Private Suzhou&zhouzhuang Water Village Day Tour
MIni Van
Pickup included
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic two days of sightseeing with Jessie!!
Grant H,Dec 24, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My colleague and I were on a 10 day business trip to Beijing and Shanghai and decided to spend the weekend on a private tour visiting sights outside Shanghai. Jessie was our guide for both days. Jessie did a great job introducing us to many fascinating sights including the water village (“Venice in China”), a new Chinese cultural centre and museum, an amazingly large university complex and a spectacular hotel in a former mining site!! Plus much more including a visit to a silk factory that was very educational and interesting! What really made the 2 day trip was Jessie’s insights into these places and also explaining the history and culture of China in a way that was really interesting and engaging. Next trip we will definitely meet up again with Jessie for another tour - so much to see around Shanghai!
Enjoyable & Educational Tour with Jessie. The BEST!
sarieta,Nov 27, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Suzhou & Zhouzhuang Water Village Full Day Private Tour from Shanghai, with Lunch. Realizing I wanted to see the surrounding area of Shanghai, I asked the hotel for a recommendation, and they suggested this tour. As a non-Chinese speaker, I was extremely grateful for Jessie who was assigned to be my english speaking guide for the day. I could not have been happier with the service Jessie provided (through Grey Line). Her driver and vehicle were also of top quality. Jessie arrived at the hotel to pick me up at the appointed time, 9am (she was better than prompt - she was early!). Jessie greeted me in a friendly and professional manner in the hotel lobby. We then proceeded to meet her driver who was waiting for us just outside the hotel door. He was also professional and friendly. Immediately, I liked Jessie very much. She is a worldly young woman who expertly shares her knowledge about China’s culture and people, and, of course, happily highlights her home of Shanghai and the surrounding areas which we visited. Jessie impressed me with her perfect english and her ease with language. I speak no Chinese at all, and she made me feel absolutely comfortable. Jessie took me to landmarks and points of interest, always explaining the significance and importance of what we were seeing. We also enjoyed a lovely, delicious lunch together. I felt safe and well taken care of, and I enjoyed the conversation. Without Jessie, I would have come away from Shanghai with a much diminished view of the land and people. She enhanced my experience by a vast amount. I will definitely choose to do another tour with Jessie whenever the next opportunity arrises.
Unique and Amazing
tonyliu1,Jul 18, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jessie (Hua Lin) was our tour guide for this amazing excursion. Suzhou and Zhouzhang captures the historic and natural charm of China that is almost impossible to find in the larger cities. The Suzhou tour went through historic properties, including the canals and bridges, and a unique silk factory experience. Zhouzhang is a very charming city and a unique view of the rural areas in Jiangsu. Jessie is an amazing guide - knowledgeable, engaging, prepared, and extremely considerate. Highly recommended all around.
Jamie makes the difference in your experience!
Romeoalph4,Apr 16, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an awesome day with Jamie's group. I came for business and attached a day tour. From the beginning (and throughout the day) j ensured everyone was included and interacted so very quickly we all made chit chat between ourselves. I had been on another tour the day before and the tour guide was awful. I really think the commentary and interaction as well as the time given at each spot made the difference. Highly recommend this tour but in particular with Jamie.
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