Suzhou Private Day Tour from Shanghai

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Suzhou Private Day Tour from Shanghai

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US$428.10 per guest

Adult x1

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Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Reviews

Location

Shanghai

Duration

8 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 6 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

Chinese, English

Other

Family-friendly, Pet-friendly, Private Experience

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore Suzhou with a local! Discover hidden gems like an ancient water town, savor Su-style cuisine, visit a stunning water temple, enjoy a lakeside cycle, and try Chinese wine or tea.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Hi, I’m Mao! Suzhou is my hometown, a picturesque riverside city known as “Venice of the East”. Joining my day tour, you will be able to escape from the crowds at famous tourist attractions and personally explore a hidden ancient water town, experience traditional Su-style cuisine made using ancient methods, visit stunning the “water temple”, cycle or just relax by the beautiful lake, and enjoy Chinese wine/tea tasting with me.

What You Get

Temple entrance fee

Round trip 1st class bullet train ticket

Hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Shanghai/Suzhou

Hotel pick up and drop-off for locations outside of downtown Shanghai/Suzhou (surcharge applied)

Gratuities

Other personal expenses

Good To Know

Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants (for fast train ticket reservation)
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

What You’ll Experience

Shanghai Railway Station

I will meet you at your hotel lobby/meeting points at your preferred departure time (between 8:30-10:00). Please make sure to bring your passport with you before arriving at Shanghai railway station. All your train tickets will be ready in advance. You will have a wonderful bullet train experience to Suzhou. (For those who depart from Suzhou, i will pick you up at your preferred time and head to our next stop directly.)

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Kunshan

You will visit a hidden ancient water town that 99.9% tourists don't know. You can wander around the old village. Enjoy the picturesque river view, old streets, houses and bridges, see the authentic lifestyle of people and hear my explanation of the history and art. You will also get the chance to watch the ancient methods of making various traditional Su-style desserts & street food and enjoy tasting them

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Yangcheng Lake

Here you can choose from cycling along the beautiful riverbank or taking a break by the lake while enjoying great view and special snacks. Bike rental fee/snacks & beverages are included (those who choose to depart after 9:00am will skip this part.) Then we will have a traditional Chinese wine/tea tasting session. Feel free to bring up any questions related to Chinese culture, art and gastronomy.

2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

Chongyuan Temple

You will then head to the Chongyuan Temple. It is claimed to be the most beautiful water temple in China. The most notable features of the temple are the 33-meter tall Guanyin statue located in the Water Guanyin Temple and the largest single building among domestic temples, the Mahavira Hall. You will be able to take stunning pictures from here. At end of the tour, I will escort you to Suzhou railway station and take 1st class bullet train back to Shanghai. After arrival, I will drop you off at your hotel/meeting points. (For those who depart from Suzhou, I will drop you off at your hotel/meeting points directly after our final stop) If you want to visit some other attractions besides the sample itinerary, feel free discussing with me! When tour is finished, you will take bullet train back to Shanghai city.

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Meeting & Pickup

Pickup Point

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Pickup Details

Hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Shanghai/Suzhou are included, and will need to be confirmed 1 day in advance

Meeting Point

Shanghai Railway Station, Shang Hai Shi, China, CN, 200071

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Tim Hortons coffee near ticket office at the north square of the train station

End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

5.0

based on 16 reviews

(TripAdvisor)

Learned So Much with Mao’s Easygoing Style!

April 18, 2025

Mao made Suzhou’s history fun! The bullet train ride was smooth, and she explained things in a way that wasn’t overwhelming. Loved the hidden garden she chose—she pointed out how the rocks and pond...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Perfect Tour for Avoiding Crowds!

April 17, 2025

Mao was super helpful and friendly! The bullet train from Shanghai was way faster than I expected, and the private car in Suzhou made getting around easy. The gardens she picked were quiet and pret...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Highly recommend

March 10, 2025

We had a great time visiting and learning about the beautiful city of Suzhou. Mao arranged all the transportation and tickets which made everything seamless and enjoyable. She was a fantastic and f...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Perfect day trip from Shanghai with a great guide

March 10, 2025

We had a fantastic time exploring Suzhou with our private tour guide Mao. We opted for bullet train transport from and returning to Shanghai which was a highlight in itself. We were also transporte...read more

(TripAdvisor)

Suzhou Untouristy: Mao’s Hidden Gems Delight!

March 09, 2025

Forget generic tours—Mao’s Suzhou is a love letter to the undiscovered. The bullet train’s speed contrasted beautifully with her leisurely strolls through nearly empty gardens, where she revealed h...read more

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