Private Suzhou, Chinese Gardens and Watertown with Lunch

Excursion Highlights:
  • Discover Suzhou's enchanting charm on a private tour that highlights its exquisite Chinese gardens and historical watertown.
  • Visit the Humble Administrator's Garden, a 510-year-old masterpiece blending natural beauty with man-made design, showcasing different aesthetic sections and captivating water features.
  • Explore the vast 78-acre garden, where pine forests, unique buildings, and serene pools create a harmonious blend of natural and architectural wonders.
  • Stroll through Pingjiang Road, Suzhou's historical street, lined with ancestral houses, museums, and 48 bridges, capturing the essence of ancient Suzhou.
  • Walk through centuries of history on Pingjiang Road, surrounded by the cobblestones, narrow alleys, and rich heritage of this watertown.
From $185.00/person to $2,468.00/person (Select "Individuals" below) Price varies based on number of individuals in your group
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Private
Shore Excursion Type Private Sightseeing
Shore Excursion Duration 10 Hours
Activity Level ? Easy
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier
Food/Beverage Provided A local lunch featuring a variety of seasonal dishes will be provided. A sample menu may include preserved mustard greens with pork in a pancake, steak, curry beef vermicelli, fried whitebait with eggs, beef tenderloin with hot peppers, Chinese cabbage in a stone pot, stir-fried shredded pork with tea tree mushrooms, eggplant casserole with fish flavor, spicy tofu, broccoli in soup, and rice. A Coca-Cola will accompany your meal. Please note that the menu may vary based on seasonal ingredients available on the day of your tour.
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable, seasonal, and sensible clothing. Sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent, a hat, and flat-soled walking shoes are also suggested.
Restrictions This tour is not suitable for individuals with mobility restrictions. Wheelchairs, motorized scooters, walkers, and strollers are not permitted on this tour.

Private Excursion Suzhou, Chinese Gardens and Watertown with Lunch

Unlock the enchanting secrets of Suzhou on a private tour that takes you through its exquisite Chinese gardens and charming watertown. This shore excursion at Shanghai's cruise port offers a magical retreat into a world of classical architecture and natural beauty.

Set in Suzhou, the city of gardens, and home to many master gardeners, stands the magnificent Humble Administrator's Garden. Born 510 years ago from the dreams of a middle-aged man seeking solace from officialdom, it embodies the perfect blend of man-made creativity and natural allure. Covering 78 acres, this masterpiece boasts distinct east, middle, and west sections, each with their unique aesthetic. Traverse through its expansive pool areas, capture the charm of the pine forests, marvel at the diverse buildings, and lose yourself in its captivating water wave reflections. Despite human intervention, the garden retains a wild charm that speaks volumes of its Jiangnan classic garden style and serves as a precious testament to Chinese garden art.

Then, step into another realm of fascination with the historic Pingjiang Road. Referred to as the 'miniature of the ancient city of Suzhou,' this vibrant street is a time capsule preserving Suzhou's antiquity. Parallel to the running Pingjiang River, it features numerous narrow alleys, ancestral houses, museums, and a whopping 48 bridges of varying sizes. As you stroll down Pingjiang Road, you're not just walking on cobblestones but through centuries of Suzhou's rich history.

Step into the whimsy of Suzhou's compelling past and embrace its present-day allure with our private tour. Make memories framed in the lens of Suzhou's rich history and vibrant culture. Book now for this incredible journey that links Shanghai's bustling port to Suzhou's tranquil gardens and historic streets.