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Private tour in Shanghai Patrick L
Tongli Water Town Private Half-Day Tour from Shanghai
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Hi there, Ni hao! My name is Patrick- a typical Chinese name. Haha, joke aside, first time I heard the name of "Patrick" was almost 30 years ago when I was watching NBA, I am sure you also know Patrick Ewing who played for NewYork Knicks. Such a cool name, I love it! I have been living past 19 years in Shanghai city, China. After working as a full-time English-speaking tour guide for 15 years here, I am still 199% passionate about my job. I have a good command of English because I majored in English, and trust me that I know the city inside out! So now I am more than glad to present you some day tours covering a lot of must-see places in Shanghai city and around Shanghai. I am sure it will be the most efficient and fun way to explore new things with a local guide like me. Moreover, I am very flexible and willing to customize the itinerary based on your interest. In July 2018, I bought a brand new GM Buick van with 7 passenger seats, it is spacious and comfortable, I am a good driver too, so you are in a very safe hand. The city of Shanghai is like no one else, it is a mix of the old and the new, the east and the west, I can not wait to see you under my turf. -Government certified guide -Bachelor of English -Driver's license I have no restrictions guiding tours in my area.
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Visit the Venice of the East
Overview of your Shanghai tour
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. We will visit an UNESCO world cultural heritage garden - Tuisi Garden, and Congben hall, which is nowadays turned into a fun Museum of Chinese wedding traditions and customs. If you're keen to learn some Chinese wedding customs, please sign up for this tour! 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.
Your Shanghai tour itinerary
-Meet up at the hotel -Drive to Tongli town(About 1. 5hour) -Tuisi garden(About 40mins) -Boat ride(Optional) -Walk on "Three bridges" -Congben Hall(About 30mins) -Drive back to Shanghai(About 1. 5hour)
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van
Depending on the number of travelers and amount of luggage, this tour will take place in a 7 passenger Buick van. Larger group are welcome at a higher cost for a larger tour minibus and driver
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Shanghai, Shanghai, China
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