Suzhou Private Full-day Tour from Shanghai including Must-see Attractions

Suzhou Private Full-day Tour from Shanghai including Must-see Attractions

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About This Tour in Shanghai

Suzhou is a famous historical and cultural city with a blend of classical gardens and tiny canal-side streets. With the assistance of professional guide, you will walk into Suzhou with a history of 2,500 years. This tour takes you through four of the most famous historical Suzhou Attractions. Enjoy the only well preserved water-and-land city gate - Panmen Gate, one of China's four most famous gardens - Humble Administrator's Garden, well-designed Suzhou Museum by I.M.Pei, most traditional local community Pingjiang Road. Besides, we will have a boat cruise along canal, visit Kunqu Opera Museum and Pingtan Museum. 1. Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site - Humble Administrator's Garden 2. Walk along Pingjiang Road and enjoy local lifestyle 3. Have a boat cruise 4. Pick-up and drop-off service included 5. Have Su-style noddle for Lunch 6. Round trip train tickets from Shanghai to Suzhou included

Why Visit Shanghai?

Shanghai, China offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Shanghai provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Shanghai

The easiest way to reach Shanghai is by flying into Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Admission to the indicated attractions
  • Public transportation fee
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off service

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Panmen Gate

End Point

Kunqu Opera considered as “ancestor of Chinese operas”

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 10 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Panmen Gate is known for its three landmarks... 1 hour

Panmen Gate is known for its three landmarks “Ruiguang Pagoda”, the earliest pagoda in Suzhou built in 247; “Wu Gate Bridge”, the entrance to the gate at that time over the water passage and the highest bridge in Suzhou at the time and the unique water-and-land gate in China “Pan Gate”.

Suzhou Museum’s designer, I 1 hour

Suzhou Museum’s designer, I.M. Pei, an internationally recognized and award-winning architect, traveled back to his hometown to design and build one of Suzhou’s most popular attractions. Located deep in the historic district adjacent to the Humble Administrator’s Garden, the Suzhou Museum appeals to lovers of art, architecture and culture.  The museum exhibits a vast collection of ancient ceramics, cultural relics and woodcarvings, and the handsome lotus pool at the museum’s center is a highlight there. 

Humble Administrator's Garden, covering about 52,000 sq 1 hour 30 minutes

Humble Administrator's Garden, covering about 52,000 sq. meters (12.85 acres), is the largest and most renowned. Due to its unique designs and ethereal beauty, the garden has garnered many special honors. It is listed as a World Cultural Heritage site and has also been designated as one of the Cultural Relics of National Importance under the Protection of the State as well as a Special Tourist Attraction of China. Along with the Summer Palace in Beijing, the Mountain Resort of Chengde in Hebei Province and the Lingering Garden in Suzhou, it is considered as one of China's four most famous gardens.

With the length of 1,606 meters, Pingjiang Road... 2 hours

With the length of 1,606 meters, Pingjiang Road is a stone route with a river flowing across it. Here, bridges across the river, houses with white walls and black roofs built along the stone road, and the old walking leisurely, which presents the traditional Suzhou local life. As well, it is a traditional Chinese painting scene for tourists to appreciate. Because of its nostalgic style, Pingjiang Road becomes the symbol of Suzhou ancient city. Only a street distance away to the Guanqian Pedestrian Street, Pingjiang Road is a quite place for people to get away from the hustle and bustle.

Kunqu Opera considered as “ancestor of Chinese operas”... 30 minutes

Kunqu Opera considered as “ancestor of Chinese operas” is one of the oldest extant forms of Chinese opera and it evolved from the Kunshan melody has been listed as one of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO since 2001.

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