What better way to explore one of the most historical town near Shanghai—still mostly survived China's modernization drive—than by having an indigenous inhabitant tell you stories about the history and evolution of the 2500-year-old quaint town. I am a local Shanghainese—born, and lived here all my life.We will be going to Suzhou by bullet Train(at the speed of 180 miles/hour!) or a car(van) -Known as "Venice of The East ", 60 miles from downtown Shanghai, Suzhou has managed to maintain most of its old buildings and population. Besides exploring the a beautiful 700-year-old Ancient Chinese Garden , we will also visit Suzhou Silk Museum, known as the origin of Chinese silk, silk has been woven in Suzhou since about 3000years ago! after refueling with a typical Suzhou lunch, we will take a Suzhou style Gondola trip down the charming canals. Finally, we will sip some tea from local tea farms while enjoying a beautiful tea ceremony , so you can immerse deeper into local life.
All Inclusive By Car: Private guide,Hotel Pickup/Drop off Comfortable air-conditioned vehivles,garden admission, gondola cruise, Lunch all included
Pickup included
You will depart from your Shanghai hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to Shanghai Railway Station to have a wonderful bullet train experience to Suzhou. Relax while marvelling the ancient cityscape on the road to the Lion Forest Garden in Suzhou city.
You will visit the famous Lion Forest garden, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend your relax morning strolling around the ancient house with delicate pavilions, corridors, ponds, rockeries, walkways and lush green trees. Enjoy the picturesque view and hear the rich history from your professional guide. Sitting in the pavilion beside the pond, feel like stepping back in history.
From Lion Forest Garden, you will visit the Pingjiang Road, which is a beautiful old street beside the canal. We will refuel with a traditional Chinese lunch nearby.
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 120 minutes before departure time.
Free Pick up/Drop off from any location in Shanghai