Suzhou Classic Day Tour
This is a classic private tour capturing the essence of Suzhou City.
Using the canal as a thread to weave together the ingenuity of gardens and the wisdom of the ancient city. Embark on a journey through time and space in the "The Oriental Venice".
Price Per Person in US Dollars
What to Expect
- Experience the elegance of the Jiangnan private garden, Lingering Garden.
- Uncover the mysteries of the ancient water and land city gate at Panmen.
- Take a motorboat ride along the ancient canal.
Tour Itinerary
You will be collected from your hotel in Suzhou, where a private van awaits to convey you initially to the Grand Canal.
This ancient and extensive man-made waterway, the Suzhou segment, is graced with breathtaking natural landscapes and dotted with historic villages. A 40-minute cruise along the canal offers a charming glimpse into local daily life.
Proceed to Pan Gate, the sole preserved city gate in China with both water and land entrances. Your exploration includes a leisurely walk through the old city, tracing back to the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368).
Savor a meal at a nearby restaurant, where you can sample local Suzhou dishes. Your guide will assist in ordering based on your preferences.
After lunch, continue your journey to the Lingering Garden. Renowned for its classical gardens, Suzhou boasts the esteemed Lingering Garden, which, despite its modest size, encapsulates every element of a quintessential Suzhou garden in exquisite elegance.
Ultimately, your guide will escort you back to your hotel in a private car.
What's Included
- Entrance fees.
- Meals are listed in the itinerary.
- Private transfers during the tour.
- Private English-speaking guide and driver.
- Service Charge & Taxes.
Important Info
- Tour Availability: Daily
- Departure: Your hotel in Suzhou.
- Return: Your hotel in Suzhou.
- Languages: The price includes an English-speaking guide; additional fees apply for guides in other languages.
- Pricing for this tour will increase during the China National Day holiday (September 30th to October 7th) and the Chinese New Year holiday.