Overview
A relaxed day in the Huzhou hills: amble a centuries-old stone trail through bamboo and temples, then pick sweet cherry tomatoes at a local farm. Private car, English guide and lunch included.
Itinerary
Shanghai: Ancient Trail & Tomato Farm Private Day Trip
Leave Shanghai by private car for the Huzhou hills, where the day begins on a centuries-old stone trail. Walk at an easy pace through bamboo and past small temple sites, with the guide setting the distance to suit the group and local trail conditions.
The second part of the day moves to a local farm for seasonal cherry-tomato picking. The contrast between the shaded historic path and a working farm makes this a countryside experience rather than a conventional city sightseeing route. Hotel pickup, private transport, an English-speaking guide and lunch are included in the published tour setup; the farm activity depends on what is ripe on the travel date.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation is available on most tours up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact cancellation terms for this tour are shown during booking.
Traveler Reviews
Honestly, I chose this route for Ancient Trail & Tomato Farm Day, but it didn't feel built around a single attraction. Shanghai gave the day a different rhythm.
Pickup and the trail start were timed well, so we were walking before the busiest part of the day. Water and rest stops were discussed clearly.
A practical note: this is not technical hiking, but it isn't a city stroll either. Starting early gave us a cooler, quieter stretch on the trail. My only advice is not to shorten the time at Ancient Trail & Tomato Farm Day.
In hindsight, the best compliment I can give is that I never checked how many stops were left. Ancient Trail & Tomato Farm Day arrived at just the right point in the route.
I booked mainly for Ancient Trail & Tomato Farm Day. I was glad I did because of Shanghai.