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On this walking tour, you’ll walk back in time while exploring Suzhou’s residential old-town, explore its lush gardens and monasteries, and discover what locals eat.

Highlights

• Authentic Morning Noodles
• Homemade Silken Tofu
• Suzhou's Ancient Gardens & Temples
• Traditional Old-Suzhou Snacks
• Floating Wontons & Classic Chinese Dessert

Description

China’s “Grand Canal,” a 1,700km waterway that connects north and south China, lifted Suzhou’s status and opened it up to the rest of the country over 1,500 years ago. It soon became a dreamy utopia where China’s elite would retire, building their own courtyards with private gardens, and sustaining cultural sites with their well-funded pocketbooks. This made Suzhou a far more significant hub than nearby Shanghai and its sleepy fishing village. Today, Suzhou remains a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and offers us a glimpse into this ancient capital of wealth and culture. On this tour, we’ll walk through centuries-old gardens and monasteries, try time-tested dishes served in humble eateries, and observe local life – all while winding our way through a network of canals and alleys that make up the heart of the ancient old-town.

Includes

Far more than a meal’s worth of food and drinks at 5 sit-down restaurants, plus multiple cultural stops along the way.

Important Information

• Starts at Beisita Subway Station in Suzhou. Ends 10 minute walk away from Yangyuxiang Subway Station. An email will be sent with meeting location details immediately after booking.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund