5-Day Shanghai Highlights with Suzhou Tongli Tour
In just five days, explore the Bund and Yuyuan Garden in Shanghai, along with Tongli Water Town and its gardens in Suzhou.
Immerse yourself in a cultural journey through these iconic landmarks and historical sites.
Price based on 2 travelers
What to Expect
- Discover iconic landmarks such as The Bund and Shanghai Tower.
- Visit Tongli, a charming water town near Suzhou.
- Enjoy seamless travel with round-trip transfers, including airport pick-up and drop-off.
Tour Itinerary
- No Meal
Your professional guide will meet you in the airport arrival hall and transfer you to your downtown hotel in a private vehicle. Spend the rest of the day recovering from your flight or exploring the area around your hotel at leisure.
- Breakfast and Lunch
Set off on a 1.5-hour journey to Suzhou.
After collecting you from your hotel, your tour begins at The Bund, Shanghai's most celebrated landmark.
Stroll along the Huangpu River to view the skyscrapers in the Pudong district opposite The Bund and hear tales of the 52 colonial-style buildings along the promenade.
Proceed to Yuyuan Garden, a 400-year-old Ming Dynasty temple. Wander through the stunning garden with its dragon-lined walls, elegant round gates, and ponds framed by willow trees.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to Shanghai Tower. Be prepared to be captivated by the breathtaking views, architectural splendor, and innovative design of this iconic Shanghai landmark.
Conclude your day with a stroll around the Former French Concession, experiencing the blend of European and Chinese styles in this vibrant neighborhood.
- Breakfast and Lunch
This morning, your guide and driver from Suzhou will meet you in the hotel lobby in Shanghai to transfer you to Tongli Water Town, about 1.5 hours away, for a day immersed in local culture and ancient architecture along the old canals.
You will first visit Tuisi Garden, a classical garden built in the Qing Dynasty. Continue to Chongben Hall and Jiayin Hall across the river for an insight into the architecture of these waterways. Taiping Bridge, Jili Bridge, and Changqing Bridge connect the streets of the city.
Embark on a 20-minute gondola ride through the enchanting, historic canals of Tongli.
Stay overnight in Tongli Water Town.
- Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast at your Tongli hotel, you will be transferred to Suzhou—a journey of about 40 minutes.
Begin your Suzhou adventure at the Lingering Garden, one of the four most renowned gardens in Suzhou. Its understated yet elegant design encompasses the quintessential elements of classical southern Chinese gardens.
After enjoying lunch at an authentic local restaurant, visit Panmen Gate, over 2,500 years old and distinguished as an ancient city gate for both land and water entrances. It is the only surviving city gate of its kind in China.
Conclude your day with a delightful rickshaw ride through ancient alleys and streets to observe the locals' daily life.
Return to Shanghai from Suzhou by private transfer.
- Breakfast
Enjoy a private transfer from your hotel to Shanghai Airport for a comfortable and stress-free departure.
What's Included
- Round-trip transfers between Shanghai airport to your hotel.
- Entrance fees to the attractions mentioned.
- Local meals as outlined in the itinerary.
- Centrally located hotels with breakfasts.
- Private English-speaking guide and driver throughout the journey.
- Service charges and government taxes included.
Important Info
- This is a private tour, with an English-speaking guide and car dedicated solely to you.
- You will receive a confirmation letter within 24 hours of payment.
- Meals, if included, will be in a Chinese restaurant, and your guide will assist in selecting dishes to suit your taste.
- No compulsory shopping stops.