Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride in Shanghai
Shanghai, China

Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride

Outty Ranking 70 5.0 · 7 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom $50

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70/100

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Is Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride worth booking?

Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride is a 6-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $50 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
70 / 100
Rating
5/5 (7)
Duration
6 hours
From
$50 per person

Enjoy a fun and relaxing day tour to the most authentic and picturesque ancient water town Tongli , appreciate the classic and remarkable Tuisi garden and explore the colorful old street. Take a most tranquil boat ride a

What you get

  • Entrance fees to Tongli water town and Tuisi Garden
  • Experienced driver with air-conditioned vehicle
  • Boat ride in the canal
  • Great local guide

About this experience

Enjoy a fun and relaxing day tour to the most authentic and picturesque ancient water town Tongli , appreciate the classic and remarkable Tuisi garden and explore the colorful old street. Take a most tranquil boat ride along the ancient canal. Discover the beauty of the typical southeast water village with its unique sounds and tastes. Have a great leanring of the local culture, custom and history from your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy the flexible departure time and convenient round-trip private transport from downtown Shanghai.

What's included

Included

  • Entrance fees to Tongli water town and Tuisi Garden
  • Experienced driver with air-conditioned vehicle
  • Boat ride in the canal
  • Great local guide

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick up and drop off in the outskits like near Pudong airport, Disneyland, Songjiang etc

What you'll see and do

  1. Tongli Town

    Your local friendly guide and the driver will pick up at your place in Shanghai, enjoy a comfortable ride in the air-conditioned vehicle to Tongli water town in Wujiang district of Suzhou.

    120 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Tuisi Garden

    Upon arrival, begin to explore the most charming garden -Tuisi garden ( Garden of Retreat and Meditation), listed in the UNESCO, appreciate its unique Qing Dynasty architecture surrounded by the beautiful natural crafted rockeries and peaceful ponds and greens. Enjoy the leisure walk along the unique "Ming and Qing Dynasty street", cross the three lucky "Ring Bridge" , check out the fun water markets,diving birds, historical landmarks while learning the interesting custom ,culture from your knowledgeable guide. Immerse yourself in the beautiful and picturesque township scenery while take a relaxing gondola ride in the ancient canal. Visit a former official's house built around 16th century and the “Pearl Tower” to learn the enchanting love story that the local talks. During the tour you will have chance to savor a delightful local lunch with the recommendations from your guide. After the wonderful tour , you will get dropped off at your Shanghai hotel.

    240 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Sunny Private Tours

Know before you go

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

7 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

6 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Food and drink

4 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Organization

2 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Traveler reviews

7 verified traveler reviews for Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Garry_B · October 2025

Tongli Water town and Tuisi gardens.

Michelle, our tour guide was very friendly, informative, professional and very learned. The Tongli Water town has a very old history and cultural significance. By far the best water town to visit in Suzhou. Mark, our personal chauffeur was very friendly and interactive. More important ly, very safe. I am extremely impressed with Sunny Zhang tours. Thank you

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Jamie_L · April 2025

We opted for the private...

We opted for the private pick from our hotel and met with our local tour guide, Peter in Tongli. Peter grew up in the area so he was very knowledgeable and an experienced tour guide. We went on a Wednesday so there wasn't much crowd, and we were able to spend a fair bit of time in the UNESCO Heritage Tuisi Garden. He also took us to a nice local place for lunch where we really enjoyed all the food he recommended. After lunch we had time to take a stroll along the canals for more photos and to explore the local shops. As our return journey to Shanghai was also by car, there was no rush for us to return a certain time so we had a really nice day overall.

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Paul_H · October 2024

Great Guide, excellent trip

Hotel pickup on time and an excellent drive to the Water Village. Guide Liam was very informative and knowledgeable about the village itself and the surrounding area. Very good trip the boat ride was great. Would recommend to others.

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918andic · July 2024

Best day out to Tongli

A lovely visit to Tongli water town and gardens. Annie our guide was so knowledgeable and friendly. The transport was excellent and we had a perfect day visiting the gardens, Tongli water town and taking a lovely boat ride before a delicious lunch. I highly recommend this top quality experience.

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fanoulag2022 · July 2024

Perfect day out

The whole day was perfect 👌. Our guide Annie was incredible - one time, professional, sociable, knowledgeable and showed us interesting and beautiful areas Tongli was gorgeous and not crowded and the boat ride and lunch were fantastic. The transportation was super comfortable and smooth too and I highly recommend Annie - she made the day perfect.

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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
Price range
$50 to $371
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
2
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 70

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)91
Review evidence (18% weight)36
Booking momentum (14% weight)23
Value for money (12% weight)99
Listing quality (10% weight)90
Local standing (8% weight)56
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.

How much does Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride cost?

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Prices start at $50 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 Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride 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 Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 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 Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride?

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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 Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride 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 Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride?

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Around 2 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 Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Tuisi Garden and Boat Ride 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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