From Shanghai: Suzhou & Zhouzhuang Water Town Private Day Tour with Lunch

Leave Shanghai and explore
the Master of the Nets Garden

Travel about 1.5 hours from your downtown Shanghai hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan to Suzhou, an ancient city famous for its gardens. On the way, your guide will tell you about Suzhou, known as the "Venice of the East."

In Suzhou, explore the Master of the Nets Garden, a beautiful example of Ming dynasty landscaping where you can admire the harmonious style of Chinese garden architecture.

Walk the ancient wall and Grand Canal and visit a silk factory

Head to Suzhou's ancient city wall, said to date back to 600 BC, and stroll along the Grand Canal. Then visit a silk factory to see how Chinese silk is produced, wrapping up your time in Suzhou.

Recharge with a Chinese lunch at a local restaurant.

Ride a sampan in Zhouzhuang Water Town

Drive about 50 minutes to Zhouzhuang, a charming water town full of winding waterways and old buildings. Walk through the town with your guide and learn about its history, which dates back to the 11th century.

Board a traditional Chinese sampan and glide along the canals past perfectly preserved old houses. At the end of the tour, return to your hotel in Shanghai.

※ The itinerary is for reference only and may change depending on local conditions.