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One-Day Tour of Suzhou's Humble Administrator's Garden and Hanshan Temple
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One-Day Tour of Suzhou's Humble Administrator's Garden and Hanshan Temple

9 hours
Suzhou
€40.52/person
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Prices for Sat 14 Nov

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • Admission to attractions
  • Chinese-speaking guide

Not included: Audio guide; Hotel pick up and drop off; Accommodation; Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses; Insurance

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Overview

Humble Administrator's Garden: Arrive at the Humble Administrator's Garden around 9:00 AM. It is a representative work of classical gardens in Jiangnan. With water as its center, the pavilions and towers in the garden are built along the water, featuring a strong Jiangnan water town characteristic. You can stroll along the winding corridors, admire the exquisite latticed windows, and see different seasonal flowers and plants, experiencing the wonderful scenery that changes with every step. Proceed to Hanshan Temple and Have Lunch: Depart from the Humble Administrator's Garden and take transportation to Hanshan Temple. On the way, you can find a local restaurant and taste Suzhou's special delicacies such as Squirrel Mandarin Fish and Sizzling Eels. Hanshan Temple and its Detached Courtyard: Arrive at Hanshan Temple, which is famous for the poem "A Night Mooring Near Maple Bridge" by the Tang Dynasty poet Zhang Ji. There are many historical sites in the temple, including ancient bells and stone inscriptions. The detached courtyard of Hanshan Temple is relatively quiet, with elegant architectural style and garden landscapes. You can feel the peace and solemnity of Buddhist culture here. Maple Bridge: Maple Bridge is a few minutes' walk from Hanshan Temple. Maple Bridge is a semi-circular single-arch stone bridge, 39.6 meters long, 5.27 meters wide, and spans 10 meters. Standing on the bridge, you can almost feel the scene of Zhang Ji's night mooring. Nearby is also the Iron Bell Pass, the only relatively intact relic left by the people of Suzhou in their fight against the Japanese pirates. Grand Canal Cruise: Take an antique painted boat at the Maple Bridge pier and sail along the Grand Canal. Along the way, you can admire the ancient buildings and bridges on both sides, feel the charm of the Jiangnan water town, and see the beautiful scenery of the modern city and the ancient canal complementing each other. Shantang Street: After the cruise, go to Shantang Street. Shantang Street was built in the Baoli period of the Tang Dynasty and is known as the "No. 1 Street in Gusu." When night falls and the lights are on, Shantang Street is brightly lit. You can stroll along the ancient street, browse the specialty shops, taste snacks such as Plum Blossom Cake and Chinese Flowering Crabapple Cake, or find a tea house or bar and sit down to experience Suzhou's nightlife.

Highlights

【Classic Gardens】Step into the Humble Administrator's Garden, where every step reveals a new scene, allowing you to appreciate the unique charm of classical Jiangnan gardens. Pavilions, terraces, and towers are scattered in a well-arranged manner, complementing the ponds, rockeries, and lush trees, creating a picturesque landscape. Here, you can experience the ingenuity of Jiangnan garden design and appreciate the ancient people's interest in living in harmony with nature.
【Ancient Temple Chimes】Arrive at Hanshan Temple and listen to the lingering bell sounds, as if time has slowed down. This ancient temple, with a history of thousands of years, is famous for the poem "Maple Bridge Night Mooring." The temple is filled with fragrant smoke, and the architecture is simple and solemn, allowing people to cleanse the dust from their hearts in the Buddhist sounds and comprehend the true meaning of Zen.
【Maple Bridge Scenic Spot】Arriving at Maple Bridge, you'll immediately see the single-arch stone bridge spanning the ancient canal, with its simple and elegant shape. Standing by the bridge, recite "The moon sets, crows cry, frost fills the sky; by the maple bridge, fishing lights trouble my sleep," the artistic conception of the past seems to be right in front of you, allowing you to feel the fusion of history and culture.
【Suzhou Water Tour】Take a boat tour on the ancient Grand Canal of Suzhou and enjoy the unique style of Suzhou's ancient city on the clear waters. Ancient bridges, pagodas, ancient streets, and ancient alleys along the banks complement each other, and the Jiangnan residential buildings with white walls and black tiles are like a flowing ink painting, showcasing the unique water town style of Suzhou.
【Shantang Dream】Stroll along Shantang Street, as if traveling back to the prosperous scene of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. This ancient street, known as "Seven Mile Shantang," is lined with shops and is very lively. Traditional snacks exude a tempting aroma, and unique handicrafts are dazzling, immersing people in Suzhou's history, culture, and urban life.
In Suzhou, the Humble Administrator's Garden's elegant gardens, Hanshan Temple's lingering bell sounds, Maple Bridge's poetic charm, the ancient Grand Canal's water town scenery, and Shantang Street's bustling urban life together constitute a colorful humanistic picture, leaving people with an unforgettable cultural journey.

What's included

Admission to attractions
Chinese-speaking guide

What's not included

Audio guide
Hotel pick up and drop off
Accommodation
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Insurance

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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[Transportation Recommendation]: Take Metro Line 6 to the Humble Administrator's Garden and Suzhou Museum Station, and walk about 5 minutes from Exit 1 to reach the Humble Administrator's Garden. [Usage Method]: The tour guide will contact you by SMS or phone before 22:00 the day before departure. For orders placed after 22:00 the day before departure, staff will contact you before 7:00 am on the day of departure. Please keep your mobile phone open. [Special Note]: The following itinerary is for reference only. The tour guide will adjust the actual visit order according to the traffic and scenic spot queuing situation on the day. On weekends, peak seasons and holidays, if there are large passenger traffic and traffic jams and other force majeure factors, the meeting time will be advanced (subject to the tour guide's notice), and the visiting time and end time will be extended. Please understand! [Important Note] In case of holidays, if the Humble Administrator's Garden is fully booked due to current restriction, it will be replaced with Lingering Garden, and the price difference will be refunded at 25 yuan/adult. Please be aware! Age Restrictions This route has a high intensity. Please ensure that you are healthy and suitable for travel. If there are elderly people aged 70 (inclusive) or above in the group, they must be accompanied by at least one relative aged 18-69 to join the group. Please understand. For safety reasons, minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult passenger. Crowd restrictions For safety reasons, this product does not accept reservations for pregnant women, please understand
Departure: Meet the operator at 09:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Meet at the Humble Administrator's Garden around 9:00. [Transportation Recommendation]: Take Metro Line 6 to Humble Administrator's Garden & Suzhou Museum Station, Exit 1, and walk for about 5 minutes to reach the Humble Administrator's Garden. [Important Notice] During holidays, if the Humble Administrator's Garden reaches its reservation limit due to visitor restrictions, the venue will be changed to the Lingering Garden, and a price difference of 25 RMB per adult will be refunded. Your understanding is appreciated. Look for the guide holding a sign [Attraction/experience] 09:00, Humble Administrator's Garden, Hanshan Temple, 寒山别院, Maple Bridge, Suzhou Grand Canal Cruise, Shantang Street, [How to Use]: The tour guide will contact you via SMS or phone by 22:00 the day before departure. For orders placed after 22:00 the day before departure, staff will contact you by 7:00 AM on the day of departure. Please ensure your mobile phone is reachable. [Return] 17:30, at [Shantang Street,]() Guests will be dismissed to explore Shantang Street on their own around 17:30. Day {num}
Children with a height of 140cm and above will be charged the same rate as adults
Vehicle & luggage info Passenger capacity: 50 passengers excluding the driver
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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