Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Private Day Trip from Shanghai

Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Private Day Trip from Shanghai

Suzhou, is a major city located in southeastern Jiangsu Province of East China, about 100 km northwest of Shanghai. It is a major economic centre and focal point of trade and commerce, and the second largest city in the province after its capital Nanjing. There are loads of prestigious attractions in Suzhou. Master of Nets Garden and Grand Canal and Silk Factory for example. Zhouzhuang is a town famous for its canals in Jiangsu province, It is located within the administrative area of Kunshan, is a popular tourist destination, classified as a AAAAA scenic area by the China National Tourism Administration. It is one of the most famous water townships in China, noted for its profound cultural background, the well preserved ancient residential houses and the elegant watery views. It has been called the "Venice of the East".

Itinerary
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Stop At: Master-of-Nets Garden, No.11 Kuojiatou Alley, Daichengqiao Road, Canglang District, Suzhou 215006 China

In the morning, we will come to take you at your hotel around 07.30 am after your breakfast. And our first stop is Net Master Garden, the best and most celebrated as a model Ming Dynasty Garden in all of Suzhou. In the garden, you will see the artificial hills made of pebbles and rocks, with man-made lake, various flowers, shrubs and bonsais, to give you a understanding of this elegant city's culture.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal, Guyunhe Travel Terminal, Side of Xinshi Bridge , Jinchang District, Suzhou 215004 China

Then it’s on to view the Ancient City Wall, the Grand Canal, and a tour of a silk spinning factory to see how Chinese silk has been produced since the 14th century.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Zhouzhuang Water Town, Qing Ping Shanghai Highway, Kunshan 215300 China

After lunch, we visit the water town of Zhouzhuang, Zhouzhuang is renowned for its dreamy, enchanting landscapes and simple yet elegant architecture that have survived for more than 900 years. Walking on the streets and Alleyways you may learn about long history of Zhouzhuang. Next up, visit the historic old residences of Zhang Hall and Shen Hall, you would like to admire these fascinating buildings built by wealthy merchants nearly 700 years ago in Chinese Ming dynasty, afterwards you could have a choice to take a unwinding gongola cruise through the water village to see this storied landmark from a different perspective(the cruise fee is at your extra expense ). In the late afternoon, you will drive back to hotel, and end up with this day tour at Suzhou and Zhouzhuang.

Duration: 3 hours