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Suzhou Summer Day Among Lotus Ponds and Ancient Lanes
Suzhou
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience a different side of Suzhou on a summer day in Dongshan. Glide by wooden boat through a seasonal lotus pond, explore the stone lanes and historic homes of Luxiang Ancient Village, discover local Jiangnan flavors through a playful food quest, then slow down by the lake with a lotus-inspired treat and watercolor sketching. It’s a relaxed, immersive day designed to help you experience Jiangnan—not just see it.
Please note: This experience requires a minimum of 2 participants to operate. If the minimum number is not reached, we will contact you before departure to offer an alternative date or provide a full refund.
Highlights
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pickup and drop-off within the designated pickup area.
Bottled water
Admission fee
Pocket watercolor painting kit
Air-conditioned vehicle
One lotus-inspired dessert or non-alcoholic drink
Basic travel accident insurance
Guided picking of 2 lotus flowers per person
Bilingual Chinese-English guide throughout the experience
Lunch
Gratuities
Personal expenses and shopping
Suzhou Summer Day Among Lotus Ponds and Ancient Lanes
Suzhou
About
Experience a different side of Suzhou on a summer day in Dongshan. Glide by wooden boat through a seasonal lotus pond, explore the stone lanes and historic homes of Luxiang Ancient Village, discover local Jiangnan flavors through a playful food quest, then slow down by the lake with a lotus-inspired treat and watercolor sketching. It’s a relaxed, immersive day designed to help you experience Jiangnan—not just see it.
Please note: This experience requires a minimum of 2 participants to operate. If the minimum number is not reached, we will contact you before departure to offer an alternative date or provide a full refund.
Highlights
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pickup and drop-off within the designated pickup area.
Bottled water
Admission fee
Pocket watercolor painting kit
Air-conditioned vehicle
One lotus-inspired dessert or non-alcoholic drink
Basic travel accident insurance
Guided picking of 2 lotus flowers per person
Bilingual Chinese-English guide throughout the experience
Board a traditional-style wooden boat and glide into Dongshan’s lotus pond, surrounded by layers of green leaves and seasonal blooms. Enjoy time for photography and close-up views of the lotus landscape. When conditions allow, guests can also pick designated lotus flowers under staff guidance.
1 hour
2
Luxiang Ancient Village
Explore the stone lanes, historic homes, and traditional architecture of Luxiang Ancient Village. Walk with your guide through one of Dongshan’s best-preserved villages and discover how Lake Taihu, scholarly traditions, and merchant culture shaped local life over the centuries.
1 hour
3
Luxiang Ancient Village
Follow a bilingual food quest through the village to discover seasonal dishes, Lake Taihu flavors, and local snacks. With help from your guide, choose what to try and enjoy lunch at your own pace while experiencing the flavors of Jiangnan. Follow a bilingual food quest through the village to discover seasonal dishes, Lake Taihu flavors, and local snacks. With help from your guide, choose what to try and enjoy lunch at your own pace while experiencing the flavors of Jiangnan. Food costs are paid separately.
1 hour and 30 minutes
4
Luxiang Ancient Village
Relax at a lakeside café with a lotus-inspired dessert or alcohol-free drink, then slow down with a pocket watercolor session. Choose your own subject—from lotus leaves and flowers to village rooftops and lakeside views. No painting experience is needed; materials are provided.
