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An island by Lake Tai to escape the urban crowds, selfie-takers and tacky souvenir shops, and just wander back in time with one’s inner thoughts.

Highlights

• Perfect island retreat for weary tourists
• View of Tai Lake and Rolling hills
• Land of flowers, fruits and Biluochun Green Tea

Description

Pick up by an experienced Guide and private van from Shanghai city hotel, drive about 2 hours to Dongshan Island by Lake Tai, Suzhou city. This quiet peninsula offers open waters, rolling hills, and a slower pace of life that feels worlds away from urban crowds. Visit Qi Garden, the only garden in Suzhou built among NATRAL mountains and waters, hence its reputation as “Lake Tai's No. 1 Garden”. This garden contains the Imperial Marina built during the Kangxi period, and has an extremely idyllic appeal. Local Hairy crabs meal. The Lake Tai is one of the most famous native habitat for the Chinese mitten crab, which is considered a regional delicacy. You will have a chance to Learn how to eat a crab like locals. Visit Diaohua Mansion, built in 1922, known for its exquisite wood, stone and brick carvings. Your Guide will explain the deep cultural meanings behind the carvings. Head back to Shanghai city hotel.

Includes

Experienced English-speaking Guide Private Van Entrance Tickets to Qi garden and Diaohua mansion Local Hairy Crab Meal Bottled Water

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund