Shanghai to Suzhou Private Day Tour by Bullet Train

Shanghai Railway Station South Square Parking Lot - In the morning, your friendly local guide and private driver will pick you up from your downtown hotel or wherever you’re staying in Shanghai. Enjoy a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned car to the Shanghai high-speed train station. Follow your guide and get ready to board the advanced bullet train to Suzhou.

Humble Administrator’s Garden - After a 30-minute fast train ride, you’ll begin your wonderful visit to Suzhou. Your first stop is the Humble Administrator’s Garden, one of China’s top four famous gardens and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Spend quality time exploring the garden with your local guide, appreciating its charming ancient Ming-Dynasty architecture surrounded by exquisite Taihu rocks, ponds, trees, and flowers, while immersing yourself in the classic beauty of this ancient garden.

The Classical Gardens of Suzhou - As this is an exclusive private tour, you may choose to visit other famous gardens. If you prefer a more intimate garden, you could visit the Lingering Garden, Garden of the Master of the Nets, or Lion Forest Garden. Feel free to let your guide know your preferences during the tour.

Pingjiang Road - Next, head to the ancient canal in Suzhou, either Pingjiang Road or Shantang Ancient Street. Explore the charming alley streets filled with local arts, crafts, and trinkets along the Grand Canal. You can also enjoy a relaxing gondola ride to take in the wonderful “Oriental Venice” scenery as you cruise down the canal.

Suzhou Museum - During this one-day private tour, you could also choose to visit the famed Suzhou Museum, known for its fantastic architecture designed by I.M. Pei, or the interesting Suzhou silk factory to learn about silk production from tiny worms to elegant silk.

Tiger Hill - Depending on your interests, your flexible tour could also include a visit to the famous Tiger Hill, where you can admire the impressive No.1 leaning pagoda in Asia. You can choose to enjoy a short hike up the ancient Tiger Hill based on your preferences. If you’ve already visited the suggested sites, you can substitute them with other attractions such as Hanshan Temple, Beisi Pagoda, Shantang Old Street, or Pan Men Scenic Area.

After a wonderful day of exploration, you’ll be transferred back to Suzhou railway station to take the bullet train back to Shanghai. You’ll be conveniently dropped off at your hotel in Shanghai or another downtown area as per your request.

Shanghai to Hangzhou Private Day Tour by Bullet Train

Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station Self-service Ticket Office - Your wonderful Hangzhou day excursion begins with a convenient pick-up from your Shanghai hotel or wherever you’re staying in Shanghai. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station. Enjoy a relaxing 1-hour ride on the bullet train and spend some time discussing with your guide to tailor-make your tour. The following is a recommended popular itinerary, but as an exclusive private tour, it is 100% customizable. Feel free to tell your guide your preferences during the tour.

Lingyin Temple - Upon arrival at Hangzhou railway station, you’ll be transferred to the Lingyin scenic area. Here, you’ll visit the wonderful Buddhist temple Lingyin Temple or Yongfu Temple. Admire the impressive ancient temple complex among the tranquil mountains, explore different chambers, and learn about its fascinating local religious culture and customs from your guide.

Fei Lai Feng - Continue your visit to the Lingyin scenic area by walking around Feilai Peak. Appreciate the amazing 1000-year-old holy stone Buddha carvings from different dynasties, visit various caves, and enjoy the fantastic natural charm of the area.

Longjing Tea Fields - Next, head to the Longjing tea fields. Take a break and enjoy a delightful local lunch based on your dietary requests. After lunch, take a leisurely walk in the famous green tea plantation, soaking up the beautiful and refreshing countryside scenery in the peaceful tea village. Have your camera ready to capture great photos along the way.

West Lake (Xi Hu) - After that, follow your guide to West Lake, a UNESCO World Cultural Site. Start exploring the splendid lake, including famous spots such as Su Causeway, Three Ponds Mirroring the Moon, Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor, and Lotus Flower Pond. Immerse yourself in the spectacular natural beauty while learning about its fascinating history and tales from your expert guide. Enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the lake to fully appreciate its beauty.

QingHeFang - If time permits, make a stop at the local ancient pedestrian street at Qinghefang. Enjoy exploring the local arts, crafts, and various food stalls, and have some fun shopping for souvenirs if needed. If you’ve already visited the mentioned sites, you can substitute them with other sites such as Leifeng Pagoda, the Former Residence of Hu Xueyan, Liuhe Pagoda, or Yunqi Bamboo Forest.

After an excellent adventure, you’ll catch the train back to Shanghai with your guide and be dropped off at your downtown hotel or another city area as per your request.

• Private air-conditioned car with driver during the tour
• Lunch
• 2-Day Tasty Local Lunch (included with ‘All Inclusive Tour’ or ‘Guide with Transfer and Lunch’ bookings)
• Boat cruise on West Lake in Hangzhou
• 1x Garden ticket in Suzhou, entrance fee to Lingyin Temple & Feilai Peak (included with ‘All Inclusive Tour’ bookings)
• 2-Day Round trip 2nd class bullet train tickets
• 2-Day great private guide service

• Gratuities
• 2-Day Lunch( If “ Guide with Transfer and Lunch” or “ All Inclusive Tour” is not booked
• Entrance fees ( If “ All Inclusive Private Tour” is not booked)

Enjoy 2-Day exclusive private tour to the two famous ‘Heavenly Cities’ on Earth -Suzhou and Hangzhou. Experience the modern fast bullet train while enjoy the convenient day trips from Shanghai. Explore 2500 year old ‘Oriental venice’ Suzhou by wondering along the ancient canal lanes, stone bridges ,classic gardens; enjoy the spectacular nature beauty in West Lake Hangzhou, appreciate the picturesque view of the green tea village and the impressive stone buddhas and its rich religious culture in linyin temple. Different tour packages catering to diffeent travel requests. Private convenient door to door transportation are included.

• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Dress code is smart casual
• Please advise any dietary requirements if you have
• Children must be accompanied by an adult

If you cancel at least 4 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.