Su Zhou and Zhou Zhuang Water Village Day Tour

Jiangsu, Shanghai



Appreciate China’s provincial delights during a full-day tour of two charming traditional towns from Shanghai. Escape the rush life from city and see how daily life has remained unchanged in these quaint and ancient towns. Round hotel transfer included.

Experience a full-day tour from Shanghai to the historic towns of Suzhou and Zhouzhuang, ideal for culture and nature enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Visit the picturesque towns of Suzhou and Zhouzhuang water village
  • Take a sampan boat ride through Zhouzhuang's waterways
  • Enjoy a traditional Chinese lunch
  • Observe silk production at a local silk mill
  • Professional English-speaking guide with hotel pick-up and drop-off in downtown Shanghai

Description

Depart from your downtown Shanghai hotel in an air-conditioned minivan and travel to Suzhou, known for its classical Chinese gardens. Explore the Master of Nets Garden, a prime example of Ming Dynasty landscape design, and walk along the town’s ancient city wall dating back to 600 BC. Stroll beside the Grand Canal before visiting a 14th-century silk factory to learn about traditional silk production.

After a local Chinese lunch at a nearby restaurant, continue to Zhouzhuang, a town renowned for its waterways and historic architecture. Enjoy a leisurely sampan boat ride along the canals and discover the town’s heritage dating to the 11th century. Return to Shanghai by air-conditioned coach, concluding the tour with hotel drop-off.

Includes

  • Entrance tickets
  • Local Chinese style lunch
  • Boat ride in Zhouzhuang Village
  • English-speaking guide
  • Air-conditioned coach transportation

Excludes

  • Gratuities for driver and guide

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book in advance and bring comfortable walking shoes and a camera. The best time to visit is spring or autumn for favorable weather and fewer crowds.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off in Shanghai, visits to Suzhou and Zhouzhuang, a sampan boat ride, a local lunch, and a visit to a 14th-century silk factory.
The tour departs from downtown Shanghai hotels with air-conditioned minivan transportation.
This is a full-day tour, typically lasting about 9 to 10 hours including travel time.
Yes, the tour features a sampan boat ride through the waterways of Zhouzhuang water village.
Yes, the tour includes a professional English-speaking guide throughout the day.
Yes, a local Chinese lunch is provided during the tour.
The tour includes a visit to a 14th-century silk factory near Suzhou to see traditional silk production.
Yes, hotel pick-up and drop-off in downtown Shanghai are included.
The tour runs year-round; check the website for current availability and seasonal advice.
The standard pick-up is from downtown Shanghai, but check with the provider for options if you are farther away.

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