Suzhou City Break, Private Tour
Suzhou City Break, Private Tour
Tour Overview
Visit Suzhou, famed for the most UNESCO-recognized gardens in the world with the Lingering Garden and Humble Administrator’s Garden being the most spectacular. Join our four-day city break and enjoy the beauty of this ancient Chinese gardens, charming water towns and its canals of this ‘Venice of the East’ city.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Suzhou
Upon your arrival at Suzhou railway station, you will be met by an English speaking guide who will accompany you to your transfer to the city. The half-hour private transfer will take you directly to your hotel in Suzhou. If you feel tired after the journey, you can relax and make use of all available services at the hotel. But if you are anxious to explore this awesome city, stroll down its charming streets and indulge into its unique vibe.
Overnight in Suzhou.
Day 2 : Suzhou
After breakfast at the hotel, we will pick you up at about 9:00 at hotel´s lobby for our full-day Suzhou sightseeing tour. We will start with a visit to Humble Administrator’s Garden which was originally built in 1509 during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). It was initially a private garden of a former government servant named Wang Xianchen for his life after retirement. He thought that was a simple life led by a humble man like him, hence the name of the garden. Next, we will drive to Lingering Garden. Originally a classical private garden, Lingering Garden is one of the four most famous gardens in China. Possessing a typical Qing style, it is well-known for the exquisite beauty of its magnificent halls, and the various sizes, shapes, and colours of the buildings. After lunch at local restaurant visit Panmen City Gate, which was first built during the Wu Kingdom of Spring and Autumn Period (770BC-476BC) and it is the only well preserved water-and-land city gate in the world now. Next, drive to Xinshiqiao Wharf to take a 45-minute cruise of the Suzhou Grand Canal. You will be back at the hotel in the late afternoon at approx. 17:00.
Overnight in Suzhou.
Day 3 : Suzhou
Wake up to breakfast at the hotel and enjoy the full day at leisure in the city. You can set out to explore this ‘Oriental Venice’ charming city or simply relax at the hotel and enjoy the available services.
Alternatively, you can book one of our optional tours (not included):
Tongli Water Town excursion: pick up at 8:30 at your hotel. Visit Tongli Water Town. Originally named Futu (meaning a rich land), Tongli is an age-old but very well preserved water town with a history of more than 1,000 years. On the eastern shore of Taihu Lake, about 18 kilometres from Suzhou City. It is a really wonderful travel destination for its profound cultural background and achievement. After lunch at a local restaurant continue with a 30 minutes cruise by featured sculling wooden boat. Tour ends at approx. 17:30.
Suzhou Walking Tour: starting at 9:00 with the pick-up at your hotel to take 5 hours walking tour to retrace Pingjiang Map. Suzhou City was called Pingjiang Prefecture in Song Dynasty some 800 years ago. According to the old map of Pingjiang, the urban pattern of Suzhou is generally consistent with that shown in the map. Though seriously damaged in the 1960s and 70s, some areas still preserved the frame structure of the ancient city, not only the original style but also the continuation of life function and cultural heritage. Pingjiang Road is one of the few survivors. rt from the Master of Nets Garden (visit exclusive), en route passing Shuangta Market, Weidaoguan Qian (once a Taoist Temple there), Nanxianzi Alley, Xuanqiao Alley, Lujia Alley, Humble Administrator’s Garden (visit exclusive) and etc. And the walking tour ends at North Pagoda (visit exclusive). Lunch in a local restaurant.
Overnight in Suzhou.
Day 4 : Departure Suzhou
After breakfast at the hotel, check-out and at the agreed time you will be transferred to Suzhou railway station to continue with your travel arrangements.
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English-speaking local guide during full-day Suzhou sightseeing tour (Day 2)
ACCOMMODATION:
- 3 nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Suzhou:
Superior Hotel Category = Garden Hotel or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 3 Breakfasts
- 1 Lunch (day 2)
TRANSPORT:
- Inbound/Outbound private transfer from/to Suzhou railway station with English speaking guide assistance
- Private transportation in an air-conditioning vehicle throughout the tour (Day 2)
ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Humble Administrator’s Garden, Lingering Garden and Panmen City Gate tour (Day 2)
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet
What's Not Included
- International nor domestic flight tickets and airport taxes or China visa fees (if any)
- Rail tickets
- Travel Insurance
- Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic
on- alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses or items not stated explicitly in the programme - City tax not included, payable on the spot
- Any visit not mentioned in the programme
- Optional tours and activities
- Tips for guides and drivers
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is best suited to travel in the warm months and warm clothing in the colder months in China. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses and a hat can be very useful during your stay.
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Please Note
Please check the China visa requirements with your local embassy or authoritiesNo refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowedPlease note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including possible change of hotels and/or itineraryEarly check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteedIn many hotels in China, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple roomWe reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems, security reasons or other restrictions.
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Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Suzhou:
Superior Hotel Category = Garden Hotel or similar 4*
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Suzhou:
Superior Hotel Category = Garden Hotel or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
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What type of guide will accompany us during the tour?
An English-speaking local guide will accompany you during the full-day Suzhou sightseeing tour on Day 2.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 3 breakfasts and 1 lunch on Day 2.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle is provided throughout the tour on Day 2, along with inbound and outbound private transfers from/to Suzhou railway station with English-speaking guide assistance.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour?
Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary, such as visits to Humble Administrator’s Garden, Lingering Garden, and Panmen City Gate, are included.
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What is the accommodation arrangement during the tour?
The tour includes 3 nights' accommodation in a superior hotel category, such as the Garden Hotel or a similar 4-star hotel.
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Is there an option for a cruise during the tour?
Yes, on Day 2, there is a 45-minute cruise of the Suzhou Grand Canal included in the itinerary.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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