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Suzhou Garden Panoramic Tour
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Suzhou Garden Panoramic Tour

  • Tour Code: CT-SZ-01
  • Time: 1 Day
  • Accommodation: None
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Itinerary

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Day 1: Suzhou
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  • Suzhou - Lion Forest Garden - The Humble Administrator's Garden - Shantang Street - The Tiger Hill

  • 4+stars Hotel

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First, you will come to the Lion Forest Garden, an ancient garden famous for its unique lion-shaped rockery. It is one of the four famous gardens in Suzhou and an outstanding representative of Yuan Dynasty gardens.

Then we will go to the Humble Administrator's Garden, which is regarded as one of the "Four Famous Gardens of China" and is a masterpiece of Suzhou's gardens. The rocks, ponds, waterfalls, streams and other elements in the garden blend with each other to form a beautiful ink scroll. Here, you can enjoy the ancient pavilions, winding streams and paths, lush green vegetation, and skillful carvings!

Afterwards, take a stroll to Shantang Ancient Street to experience the trading and cultural center of the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

Afterwards, we will arrange a cruise for you, departing from Shantang Street directly to Tiger Hill. On the cruise, you will also be able to enjoy Pingtan - a musical and oral performance art form that has been popular in Suzhou for a long time.

In the afternoon, you will embark on a journey to explore Suzhou's Tiger Hill, which is a famous scenic spot with a long history of more than 2500 years. As Su Shi, a famous poet of the Song Dynasty (960-1279), said, "to visit Suzhou and not see Tiger Hill would lead to a lifetime of regret".



Day 1: Suzhou

Included & Excluded

  • The price is based on two people sharing one twin room. If you prefer a single room, please contact us for a quote.
  • Price may vary depending on exchange rates, travel dates, and hotel class.
Price Includes:
  • Comfortable hotel with daily breakfast (twin room)
  • Professional English-speaking local tour guide
  • Air-conditioned private coach throughout the tour
  • Entrance tickets to all listed attractions and activities
  • Lunches as specified in the itinerary
  • Domestic fights and high-speed train tickets
  • One travel accident insurance per person
Price Excludes:
  • International flights to and from China
  • Airport transfer to hotel on arrival day (Day 1)
  • Optional or recommended activities
  • Chinese visa application fees
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses (e.g. shopping, laundry, hotel minibar)

Cancellation Policy

We understand that travel plans may change. Please review our cancellation policy below:
  • Free cancellation if canceled 60 days or more before the tour starts
  • 5% of total tour cost if canceled 45-59 days before departure
  • 10% of total tour cost if canceled 30-44 days before departure
  • 25% of total tour cost if canceled 15-29 days before departure
  • 45% of total tour cost if canceled 7-14 days before departure
  • 100% of total tour cost if canceled less than 7 days before departure

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Q & A

Asked by Aldington from Australia | August 01,2025 13:27
What’s the weather like in December? Will the gardens be closed if it snows?
Answered by intotravelchina | August 01,2025 13:28
December in Suzhou is chilly (3–10°C/37–50°F) but charming: Gardens in winter: Open year-round, even in snow! Snow dusting the pavilions and evergreen pines in Humble Administrator’s Garden is magical. Events: Shantang Street hangs red lanterns for the winter solstice (late December)—very festive. What to wear: Warm coat, gloves, and thick socks—gardens have windier spots. Crowds are smaller, so you’ll enjoy peaceful views—many travelers prefer winter for its quiet beauty.
Asked by Lytton from Canada | August 01,2025 13:11
What’s the difference between Lion Forest and the Humble Administrator’s Garden?
Answered by intotravelchina | August 01,2025 13:28
They’re distinct masterpieces! Lion Forest (Yuan Dynasty, 1342): Focuses on rockery art—a 1-acre maze of 600+ limestone rocks (shaped like lions, dragons) with hidden paths. It’s playful, like a 3D puzzle, reflecting the Yuan Dynasty’s love for philosophical "mystery." Humble Administrator’s Garden (Ming Dynasty, 1509): Celebrates water and space—a 52-acre landscape of lakes, bridges, and pavilions designed to mimic nature. It’s serene, with views that change at every turn, embodying the Ming ideal of "retreating to nature." Visiting both shows how Suzhou’s garden design evolved—you’ll appreciate their unique personalities.
Asked by Morley from Germany | August 01,2025 11:41
Can you climb on Lion Forest, or are they just for viewing?
Answered by intotravelchina | August 01,2025 13:28
Lion Forest’s rockeries are meant to be explored—you can climb them! They’re a maze of limestone paths, tunnels, and small peaks (safe for kids with supervision). The rocks are worn smooth by centuries of visitors, but there are gentle routes for younger kids. Staff patrol the area, and our guide will map a kid-friendly path (avoiding the steepest sections). Your 8-year-old will love the "adventure" of finding hidden pavilions atop the rocks!
Asked by Leona Madge from Nigeria | August 01,2025 11:24
The tour mentions "local lunch"—what kind of dishes will we have?
Answered by intotravelchina | August 01,2025 13:29
Suzhou’s lunch will feature fresh, seasonal flavors! Vegetarian options: Buddha’s Delight (mixed mushrooms, tofu, and bamboo shoots in soy sauce), stir-fried water chestnuts (crunchy, lightly sweet), and silk noodles with vegetable broth. Non-vegetarian: Squirrel-shaped mandarin fish (sweet-sour sauce, a Suzhou classic) and braised pork ribs (mildly sweet). Chefs are happy to reduce sugar—just tell our guide, who’ll communicate your preference. Dishes balance sweet with umami, so even less sweet versions taste authentic.
Asked by Ted Fanny from Liberia | August 01,2025 10:51
I’m traveling from Shanghai to join this tour.
What’s the best way to get to the meeting point in Suzhou?
Answered by intotravelchina | August 01,2025 13:29
The best option is the high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Suzhou Railway Station (30–40 minutes). We recommend taking the 7:30 AM train to arrive by 8:15 AM, giving you time to reach the meeting point (5-minute walk from the station’s east exit) by 8:45 AM. Suzhou Railway Station has left-luggage lockers (20–50 RMB/day, depending on size) if you need to store bags—perfect for travelers checking out of hotels.

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