Private Tour
Suzhou and Zhujiajiao Water Town Private Customized Day Tour from Shanghai
Overview
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Enjoy the exclusive private day trip to the famed water town- Suzhou and Zhujiajiao. Experience 2500 years old Suzhou from ancient UNSECO gardens, Grand Canal and No.1 ancient street, Silk industry etc. Explore 1700 years old Zhujiajiao Water Town, known as the “Little Oriental Venice”, visit the local traditional water market, stone bridges and have a great understanding of local culture, custom from your expert guide. Private door to door transfers are include in the tour.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local tasty lunch( If "All inclusive tour " is booked)
Tasty Lunch( If All Inclusive Tour or " Tour with lunch " is booked)
Professional guide
Entrance fee to one Suzhou garden( If " All Inclusive Tour" is Booked)
Hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Shanghai area
Private driver with comfortable car
Boat Ride in the canal ( If " All Inclusive Tour" is Booked)
Food and drinks (if " All Inclusive " and " Tour with Lunch "option is not booked)
Entrance fees or optional boat ride (If"All incluisve" option is not selected)
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
The Classical Gardens of Suzhou
Your local great guide and the driver will meet at your hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy a comfortable ride to Suzhou. As private tour the itinerary is fully customized around you. Following is the recommend one, be sure to let your guide know if you need make any changes. Typically, start the visit at one of the top four famous gardens in China-the Humble Administrator’s garden ,listed in the UNESCO World Heritage , spend quality time to explore unique Taihu rockeries, delicate pavilions, ponds , beautiful flowers, lush greens and Bonsai trees. Appreciate the charming of the traditional Chinese garden while learning the interesting history, culture, custom from your guide. If you prefer a more intimate garden, you could substitute to the other garden such as Master of Nets Garden, Lingering Garden, Lion Forest Garden etc.
Beisita
Next make the option to visit either thousand-year-old Beisi Buddhist Temple and oldest North Pagoda, appreciate the tranquil temple with peaceful garden settings or choose to visit Suzhou silk factory to learn the interesting and famous silk production from the little tiny silk worm to the fine finished materials. Then take a break to savor a delightful local lunch with the recommendations from your guide.
Options
Private Tour Only
Great guide,private driver with car , hotel pickup and drop off are included. (Lunch and entrance fees at your own costs)
Pickup included
All Inclusive Private Tour
All Inclusive Private Tour: Great guide, driver with car,1-garden ticket,tasty lunch, boat ride , hotel pickup and drop off are all included
Pickup included
Private Tour with Lunch
Great guide, private driver with car,tasty lunch, hotel pickup and drop off are all included
Pickup included
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best tour guide ever!
Natalia G,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had the best tour guide ever!! Her name was Annie, she was very knowledgeable and spoke perfect English and showed us the most interesting places. We have been to 68 countries and this was the best tour ever. Thank you so much! We are already planning our next trip to China!
Watertowns day trip
Scott L,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very beautiful visit to 2 watertowns near Shanghai. Lea was helpful and engaging. It was also helpful to have a driver so the car was waiting at the end of each leg. In all, a cool day trip of unique, heritage sites off the beaten path from Shanghai.
Super Friendly tour Guide Juidy she’s is the best
Juan B,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Thank You Judy its was one of those experiences you go around with friends Judy was super friendly and she had special connections with us we had a great time
Great visit, our...
Sabrina T,
Sep 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great visit, our guide melinda always gave us lots of very relevant information. The visits were very pleasant. His English is really good.
We had a great time in...
Sophie D,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great time in these two cities. Lucky with the weather and not too crowded. A nice experience.
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