Why choose this Shanghai tour ?
Enjoy a privately guided shore excursion to the picturesque towns of Suzhou and Zhouzhuang while in port in Shanghai. On this day trip by private vehicle, stroll through Suzhou’s marvelous Net Master Garden and view its Grand Canal, as well as the silk mill. You’ll explore Zhouzhuang’s waterways on a Chinese-style gondola and dine on a Chinese lunch. With an expert guide, observe the traditional daily life in these centuries-old towns, situated within the Yangtze basin – a trip to be remembered!
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What makes Shanghai Shore Excursion: Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Private Day Trip a unique experience ?
Suzhou is one of the oldest towns in the Yangtze basin, founded in about 600 B.C. With its interconnected waterways and beautiful environment, the city is often referred as “The Venice of the East”.
The gardens embody the harmonious principles of Chinese garden construction, which dictate that gardens should attempt to create a microcosm of the universe in a confined space. Net Master Garden is the best and most celebrated as a model Ming Dynasty Garden in all of Suzhou.
The Grand Canal starts in Beijing, pass by Suzhou, and ends in Hangzhou. It is over 1,000 kilometers from the North China to South China, which is known as a miracle in the world.
Panmen Gate is one of the oldest “ancient city walls” left in Suzhou, with the history over 1000 years. You will have the chance to picture it by Grand Canal.
Suzhou No. 1 Silk Mill is world wide known for its silk products, with the Silk Museum in its workshop. It is your chance to purchase the traditional Chinese silk products.
With the reputation of No. 1 water village in the world, Zhouzhuang is well known for its beautiful environment and simple architecture, well preserved for over 900 years. The majority of the town’s residences were built in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and nearly 100 classic courtyards and 60 carved-brick archways are still in use.
Boat tour is also included in the water village.
You will visit the water town of Zhouzhuang and board a Chinese-style gondola to cruise the waterways of the town. In this water village, locals live life on waterways, still doing everyday activities from washing clothes to shopping from vendors in boats.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- International Cruise Terminal
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Pick-up & drop-off: Shanghai International Cruise Terminal at Dong Da Ming Road Shanghai Hotels, Shanghai Airports - Waigaoqiao Pier
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Pickup from and drop-off to Waigaoqiao Pier - Baoshan Port in Wusongkou
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Pick-up & drop-off: Baoshan Port at Wusongkou, Shanghai Hotels, Shanghai Airports
Shanghai Shore Excursion: Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Private Day Trip Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Chinese-style lunch
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Transport by private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Private English-speaking guide
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Hantang International Travel Service.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Shanghai.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• If you have any trouble finding our tour guide for your pick-up service, please call at (+86 21) 6150-8061 for assistance.
• If you enjoy the service, a recommended tip of approx. USD 5-10 per person for the tour guide and approx. USD 2 per person for the driver is encouraged.
