
Private Day Tour: Tongli Water Town From Shanghai
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Is Private Day Tour: Tongli Water Town From Shanghai worth booking?
Private Day Tour: Tongli Water Town From Shanghai is a 6-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $380 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $380 per person
On the outskirts of Suzhou city, Tongli town is known for a system of canals, it has been given the nickname "Venice of the East". The place retains many of the features of an ancient Wu region town, such as small bridge
What you get
About this experience
On the outskirts of Suzhou city, Tongli town is known for a system of canals, it has been given the nickname "Venice of the East". The place retains many of the features of an ancient Wu region town, such as small bridge, flowing water, white wall, black roof tiles. The town is divided into 7 small islands by 15 canals arranged like the Chinese character "川" and connected by 49 ancient bridges as a whole. After visiting Tongli about hundreds of times, I am still not tired of it. I hope you will also be impressed by its quietness and uniqueness.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
- Surcharges on fuel
Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- admission tickets fee for Tongli: 100rmb/pax, boat : 90rmb/boat for 6 pax max.
What you'll see and do
Tongli Town
you will feel the southern Chinese country lifestyle and the running water from ancient canals, stone bridges and stone stairs in front of almost every family house. First, you will visit Tuisi Garden which is a UNESCO site and will be amazed by the beauty of the garden.
300 minutes here · Admission not included
Tuisi Garden
The world-class Tuisi Garden, built from the 11th to the 13th year of the Guangxu Period of the Qing Dynasty, is a masterful display of garden-building techniques. Ren Lansheng, master of the garden, was once an officer. After being sued and removed from office, he built this garden and named it “Tuisiyuan,” which in Chinese means “retreating and reflecting on one’s faults.” Yuan Long, the garden’s designer, was a skilled poet and painter. He designed the original layout and completed the garden within two years. Tuisi Garden covers an area more than 0.65 square meters.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Shanghai
Option 1: pls take a taxi directly to Fairmont Peace Hotel. Option 2: take metro line 2/10 to Nanjing East road station and get out from exit 7, then walk to the east until reach Fairmont Peace hotel. The tour guide will hold travellers' name board and waiting outside of the hotel's main entrance.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Option 1: pls take a taxi directly to Fairmont Peace Hotel. Option 2: take metro line 2/10 to Nanjing East road station and get out from exit 7, then walk to the east until reach Fairmont Peace hotel. The tour guide will hold travellers' name board and waiting outside of the hotel's main entrance.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Shanghai VIP Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This unit pricing is a group rate for up to 5 people
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 46
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Day Tour: Tongli Water Town From Shanghai: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Private Day Tour: Tongli Water Town From Shanghai cost?
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Prices start at $380 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Shanghai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Day Tour: Tongli Water Town From Shanghai take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Shanghai is not rushed.
Is Private Day Tour: Tongli Water Town From Shanghai worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Shanghai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Day Tour: Tongli Water Town From Shanghai?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Day Tour: Tongli Water Town From Shanghai suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Day Tour: Tongli Water Town From Shanghai?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Shanghai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Shanghai and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Day Tour: Tongli Water Town From Shanghai start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Shanghai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Shanghai?
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On Outty we rank every Shanghai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights, Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option, 4-Hour Flexible Private Shanghai City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Shanghai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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