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Visit two picturesque Chinese towns, Suzhou and Zhouzhuang on a day trip from Shanghai. You'll see how daily life has remained unchanged over the centuries in these unique old towns. Visit the Suzhou's magnificent gardens, feast on a Chinese lunch and travel through Zhouzhuang's waterways on a Chinese-style gondola.
Suzhou, a cultural and historical city in east China, is celebrated around the world for its elegant gardens. Laid out within a limited area by the house, a classical garden of Suzhou is a microcosm of the world made of the basic elements of water, stones, plants and different kinds of buildings with literary allusions. All classical gardens of Suzhou, like shining pearls, are a brilliant part of Chinese cultural heritage.
Zhouzhuang is a famous ancient town in the south of the Yangtze River of China. Located in the southeast of Suzhou City, the town is a peaceful and secluded place, filled with ancient style buildings. Zhouzhuang is a popular tourist destination. It is one of the most famous water townships in China, noted for its profound cultural background, the well preserved ancient residential houses, the elegant watery views and the strong local colored traditions and customs. It has been called the "Venice of the East". Join our daily tour and enjoy your extraordinary sights.
Inclusion
Private car/coach for transfers service and sightseeing program.
Local English-speaking tour guide for transfer and sightseeing program.
Entrance fees to scenic spots as indicated in the itinerary.
Meals: Lunch.
Parking fee & toll fee wherever applicable.
Exclusion
Personal expenses such as drinks, optional activities, etc.; Gratuities to the tour guide & driver.
Hours of operation
Available: Daily; Pick up at 8:00am.
Duration
Approximately 8 hours.
Location
Your private English-speaking guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel around 8:00am.
Exclusion
Personal expenses such as drinks, optional activities, etc.; Gratuities to the tour guide & driver.
Hours of operation
Available: Daily; Pick up at 8:00am.
Duration
Approximately 8 hours.
Location
Your private English-speaking guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel around 8:00am.
Itinerary
Suzhou City–Driving Time (2 hours).
Suzhou Lingering Garden - Sightseeing (1 hour).
Ancient Suzhou Silk Museum - Sightseeing (30 minutes).
Local Restaurant - Lunch (1 hour).
Zhou Zhuang – Driving Time (2 hours).
Zhou Zhuang Water Village - Sightseeing (2 hours).
Drive back to Shanghai and drop-off service at your hotel.
Policies
Tour requires a minimum of 2 people to operate.
Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**