4-Hour Suzhou Private Flexible Tour with Garden and Boat Ride Option

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About this activity

Spare half day to discover the ancient charm of the “Paradise City” Suzhou on this fully guided tour. Explore the UNESCO garden such as Humble administrator’s garden or Lingering Garden etc. with your choice. Visit the ancient old street and experience the local authentic markets, appreciate the beauty of “Oriental Venice” town under the expert guidance of your knowledgeable guide. With option boat ride along the Grand canal available to choose to meet different interests.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: Sunny Private Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–7 years) · Adults (8–88 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private driver with air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Boat ride ( If tour with Boat ride option is booked)
Included: Suzhou hotel/ railway station pickup and drop off
Included: Entrance ticket to one selected garden
Included: Great local guide

Not included

Not included: Personal expenses, food or drink
Not included: Hotel pick up in outskit include Yangcheng Lake, Kunshan etc
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

The Classical Gardens of Suzhou

1 h 20 min

Your local friendly guide and the driver will pick up at your Suzhou hotel or railway station (If you travel by train). Upon meeting spend few minutes to customize your tour. As private tour you will enjoy a fully flexible itinerary. Following is the sample itinerary, be sure to let your guide know if you need make any changes. Begin your great tour at the UNESCO garden-The Humble Administrator’s Garden, with a history about 500 years, it ranked top four famous garden in China. Spend leisure time to explore different sections of the garden that designed with ancient wisdom, appreciate the beautiful architecture surrounded by the tranquil ponds, flowers, exquisite rockeries and pavilions, learn the fascinating history and custom from your guide. If you prefer a more intimate garden you could choose to other ones such as Lingering Garden, Garden of the Master of the Nets.
Tiger Hill

one hour Admission not included

Next head to Tiger Hill, another iconic site in Suzhou which is also listed in the UNESCO site, see the famed Huqiu Pagoda which has been leaning over 1000 years, the world second leaning one after the Pisa Tower. If you enjoy hiking, you could make the way to the top of the hill and appreciate the beautiful sceneries along the way.
Pingjiang Road

50 min

Continue the tour to Pingjiang canal street, a lively stoned paved street along the ancient canal lined with traditional Chinese houses, willow trees, stone bridges. Enjoy fun stroll along and check out the interesting water markets with local arts, crafts, trinkets, eateries etc. If you choose the tour with boat option, you will enjoy a relaxing boat ride along the peaceful canal, fully appreciate the charm of the “Oriental Venice”. After the great tour your guide will see you off at your Suzhou hotel or other downtown area as per your request.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Jingwang 8285 Digitize Business Hotel
Bestay Hotel Express Suzhou Railway Station Beisi Tower
Canal Garden Hotel
Jiujiu Impression Theme Hotel
Pod Inn Suzhou Guangji South Road Metro Station
Lavande Hotel Suzhou Railway Station
Shihu Jinlin Garden Hotel
Huashan Yinju
Huatai Express Hotel
Hanting Express Suzhou Guanqian
Xiaoxiangzi Taikongcang Youth Hotel Suzhou Shantang
Jiahui Hotel

and 615 more pickup points

Pick up and dropp off is provided anywhere in downtown Suzhou. Please provide pickup details at time of booking.

Using your ticket

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Options

Private Tour Only

Great guide, driver with car, 1x selected garden ticket are included.

Pickup included
Private Tour with Boat Ride

Tour with Boat Ride : Great guide, driver with car, 1x selected garden ticket, canal boat ride are all included.

Pickup included