Private Tour
Suzhou and Zhujiajiao Water Town Private Customized Day Tour from Shanghai
Overview
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Enjoy the exclusive private day trip to the famed water town- Suzhou and Zhujiajiao. Experience 2500 years old Suzhou from ancient UNSECO gardens, Grand Canal and No.1 ancient street, Silk industry etc. Explore 1700 years old Zhujiajiao Water Town, known as the “Little Oriental Venice”, visit the local traditional water market, stone bridges and have a great understanding of local culture, custom from your expert guide. Private door to door transfers are include in the tour.
Additional Info
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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Classical Gardens of Suzhou
Your local great guide and the driver will meet at your hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy a comfortable ride to Suzhou. As private tour the itinerary is fully customized around you. Following is the recommend one, be sure to let your guide know if you need make any changes. Typically, start the visit at one of the top four famous gardens in China-the Humble Administrator’s garden ,listed in the UNESCO World Heritage , spend quality time to explore unique Taihu rockeries, delicate pavilions, ponds , beautiful flowers, lush greens and Bonsai trees. Appreciate the charming of the traditional Chinese garden while learning the interesting history, culture, custom from your guide. If you prefer a more intimate garden, you could substitute to the other garden such as Master of Nets Garden, Lingering Garden, Lion Forest Garden etc.
Beisita
Next make the option to visit either thousand-year-old Beisi Buddhist Temple and oldest North Pagoda, appreciate the tranquil temple with peaceful garden settings or choose to visit Suzhou silk factory to learn the interesting and famous silk production from the little tiny silk worm to the fine finished materials. Then take a break to savor a delightful local lunch with the recommendations from your guide.
What‘s Included
Local tasty lunch( Only If "All inclusive tour " is booked)
Professional guide
Entrance fee to one Suzhou garden( If " All Inclusive Tour" is Booked)
Hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Shanghai area
Private driver with comfortable car
Boat Ride in the canal ( If " All Inclusive Tour" is Booked)
Food and drinks (if " All Inclusive " and " Tour with Lunch "option is not booked)
Entrance fees or optional boat ride (If"All incluisve" option is not selected)
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
All Inclusive Private Tour
All Inclusive Private Tour: Great guide, driver with car,1-garden ticket,tasty lunch, boat ride , hotel pickup and drop off are all included
Pickup included
Private Tour Only
Great guide,private driver with car , hotel pickup and drop off are included. (Lunch and entrance fees at your own costs)
Pickup included
Private Tour with Lunch
Great guide, private driver with car,tasty lunch, hotel pickup and drop off are all included
Pickup included
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Shanghai water towns
Phil C,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great trip, good driving as guiding. Relaxing trip. Good communication. Highly recommend. The trip involves. a couple hours drive outside of Shanghai, but it's well worth it. Earlier Chinese dynasties dating as early as 300 BC built water canals. This trip visits two water towns. Shizou is a great example of this. Marco Polo came here an noticed its similarities to Venice. Also has the Chinese leaning tower. Greta history. Great company to use. Very communicative.
A day well spent
Adventure09377048856,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was very well organised. The car was immaculate and our guide Melinda was very informative and friendly. Would highly recommend it.
Fantastic Tour of Suzhou & Zhujiajiao!
Getaway783413,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience with our guide Melinda! We were picked up at our hotel by Melinda & a driver in a nice, luxurious & spacious van. Melinda was excellent, she explained a lot of Chinese culture to us & gave us detailed information at each site we visited. She was very professional, entire trip was very well planned, for example we went to Zhujiajiao in the morning to avoid the crowds and we really enjoyed it being so tranquil and peaceful. We also never had to wait for our transportation, the van would always just drive up at the right time and pick us up to go to the next stop. We went to a silk factory & learnt about silk production which was very educational for my teenage son. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience, we learnt so much stuff and it was so nice to have a private & customized tour. Melinda was super friendly & wonderful to talk to, she gave us suggestions of what to do & where to dine in Shanghai for the rest of our trip.
Interesting
Kristen I,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Judy was an excellent, informative guide for our group of three active adults. She deserves the four stars.
Fantastic Guide
Jennifer P,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great way to see the history of the Shanghai area outside of the city. The historical water towns were fascinating. Our guide, Melinda was so friendly and knowledgeable and let us take as much time as we wanted when we saw shops or food vendors we wanted to explore. She made sure we had our tickets and place in line and made sure we got the best price for shopping. Our driver Charlie was very safe and punctual. If you want a break from the busy city, this is a great excursion.
Terrific Tour Company!
337daniely,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Terrific time - well organized tour guide, and very accommodating and responsive. Pick up was on time, and good transport and lunch. Thank you!
Unique experience
Norah A,,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00First we visited Zhujiajiao Water its unique village and has alote of traditional stores. In Suzhou we have visited humble garden and learning about their culture and thought. Then go to the silk factory see how they produce the silk and lastly buy pure silk products as scarves. Hope if there is time to visit Suzhou downtown.
Great way to visit Two Water Towns!
Tracy C,,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00For us, this was the perfect way to visit Suzhou and Zhujiajiao. We rode a gondola in Zhujiajiao and explored the ancient town. Then it was on to Suzhou. We visited the Garden of the Net, had a great lunch and then strolled along canal street. Our guide Melinda was friendly and knowledgeable and made our day lots of fun. Definitely recommend this tour!
Suzhou and Zhujiajiao Tour
n0bhill,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Annie made this a five star experience. Even though we saw both Suzhou and Zhujiajiao in one day, we never felt rushed. Annie was very patient with all of my picture taking. She also was very knowledgeable and gave us great information. I highly recommend this tour.
Best tour guide ever!
Natalia G,,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the best tour guide ever!! Her name was Annie, she was very knowledgeable and spoke perfect English and showed us the most interesting places. We have been to 68 countries and this was the best tour ever. Thank you so much! We are already planning our next trip to China!
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