Explore Suzhou & Tongli water town from Shanghai

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Cindy showed us showed us all of Suzhou and it's surrounding cultural highlights and hidden areas with charm, care and class while balancing just the right amount of information. Highly recommended!!!

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1 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Highlights

Explore the outskirts of Shanghai in a 9-hour private tour, with a local lunch included

See the ancient beauty of Tongli Water Village

Stroll through the Lingering Garden, stunning classic gardens in Suzhou

Observe the process of silk reeling, silk weaving, and finally silk quilt making

Itinerary

Discover the enchanting outskirts of Shanghai with a day trip to Suzhou and the ancient water town of Tongli. This immersive journey is perfect for travelers seeking a blend of history, culture, and culinary discovery. Your adventure begins with a comfortable ride to Tongli, often dubbed the “Venice of the East,” where winding canals and centuries-old architecture transport you back in time.

After exploring Tongli, savor an authentic Chinese lunch featuring unique dishes like the famed eight treasure duck. The afternoon brings you to Suzhou’s Shantang Street, a 1,200-year-old thoroughfare lined with classic whitewashed houses and tranquil canals, followed by a stroll through the UNESCO-listed Lingering Garden—a masterpiece of ancient landscape design.

A visit to a nearly 100-year-old silk factory rounds out the day, where you’ll witness traditional silk reeling and weaving. The standout feature of this sightseeing tour is its seamless blend of historical exploration and cultural immersion, offering a genuine taste of China’s rich heritage.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Transport by private vehicle

Lunch

Professional guide

Entrance tickets

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Explore Suzhou & Tongli water town from Shanghai

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