Intangible Heritage & Culinary Feast Day
- 1 Day
- Maximum Capacity: 8
Adult
Child
Description
From needle to noodle, experience Suzhou’s living traditions.
Immerse yourself in Suzhou’s intangible cultural heritage with our Intangible Heritage & Culinary Feast Day. In one enriching day, you’ll handcraft Su embroidery, sample local delicacies at Shuangta Market, carve woodblock art in Taohuawu, and end with a Pingtan-infused tea time on Pingjiang Road. Perfect for culture lovers, foodies, and curious travelers craving both hands-on experiences and epicurean delights.
Duration
1 Day
Group Size
1~8
Language
ALL
Highlights
- Suzhou Embroidery Workshop: 1-hour hands-on stitching + 30-min craft history, with English-speaking assistant
- Shuangta Market Food Crawl: Taste local snacks—Begonia cakes, red-bean paste, Triple-Shrimp Noodles—with an English “must-eat” guide
- Taohuawu Woodblock Workshop: Carve your own mini print block and take home your creation
- Pingjiang Road Tea & Pingtan: Savor crab-egg soup dumplings while listening to Pingtan storytelling with English narration
Included
- English-speaking cultural assistant
- Materials for embroidery & woodblock workshops
- Guided snack crawl with tasting portions
- Pingtan storytelling & tea tasting
- Bottled water & printed recipe/booklet
Excluded
- Transport to meeting point
- Lunch (self-pay outside Shuangta Market)
- Personal purchases & gratuities
- Travel insurance
Travel Itinerary
09:30 – 11:30 - Su Embroidery Atelier
At “Yao Jianping Embroidery Art Museum,” learn Su embroidery stitches for one hour, followed by a 30-min history talk. English assistants ensure you master each motif.
12:00 – 13:30 - Shuangta Market Food Exploration
Wander stalls sampling begonia cakes, red-bean soup, and the famous Yuxingji Triple-Shrimp Noodles. Receive an English-language “must-eat” snack list.
14:00 – 16:00 - Taohuawu Woodblock Workshop
Discover traditional woodblock printing at Taohuawu. Carve a simple design on a wooden block and print your artwork on rice paper to take home.
16:30 – 18:00 - Pingjiang Road Tea & Pingtan
Relax in a historic courtyard teahouse. Listen to a 20-min Pingtan excerpt with English subtitles, and taste crab-egg soup dumplings (‘xiehuang tangbao’) with your tea.
Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
Is prior crafting experience needed?
No—our English-speaking assistants guide every stitch and carve.
Are workshops family-friendly?
Yes, kids over 8 can enjoy both embroidery and carving.
Can I take my workshop pieces home?
Absolutely—you keep your embroidery sampler and woodblock prints.
What if I’m vegetarian?
We can customize your tasting tour—just let us know in advance.
Tour Terms & Conditions
By submitting full payment, you agree to the following terms.
1. Definitions & General Guidelines
Booking: Your confirmed reservation for a tour package, including all services (accommodation, guides, workshops, meals, etc.).
Cancellation Request: A written notice (via email or online portal) to cancel your Booking.
Effective Cancellation Date: The date we receive and acknowledge your Cancellation Request.
Non-Refundable Costs: Third-party supplier charges (hotel deposits, tickets, etc.) that YiVoyage cannot recover.
2. Cancellation Policy & Refund Details
| Cancellation Window | Refund Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| > 30 days before departure | 95% of total package price | 5% processing fee retained. |
| 15–30 days before departure | 75% of total package price minus non-refundable costs | YiVoyage deducts any booked-for-you supplier costs. |
| 7–14 days before departure | 50% of total package price minus non-refundable costs | |
| < 7 days before departure | No cash refund | Option: travel credit equal to 25% of package, valid 12 months from issue date. |
3. Rescheduling & Modifications
A. Rescheduling (Change of Dates)
> 14 days before departure: free of charge, for travel within next 12 months.
7–14 days before departure: 10% change fee + any non-refundable supplier costs.
< 7 days before departure: not eligible; may receive 25% travel credit at YiVoyage’s discretion.
B. Partial Modifications
Changes to individual components (e.g., hotel upgrades) incur fees per supplier terms.
All modifications must be requested in writing and are subject to availability.
4. Exceptional Circumstances & Refund Exceptions
A. Force Majeure (natural disasters, strikes, pandemics, etc.)
Full refund or comparable reschedule at no extra cost.
B. Visa Rejection
70% refund if official visa denial letter is submitted ≥ 14 days before departure.
C. Medical Emergencies
Case-by-case evaluation; travel credit or refund may be offered upon receipt of medical documentation.
5. Cancellation & Refund Procedure
Submit your Cancellation Request in writing (fengyt1997@outlook.com) with booking reference, name, and reason.
Acknowledge: We will confirm receipt within 24 hours (business days).
Process: Refunds issued within 7–14 business days after Effective Cancellation Date.
Notify: You’ll receive an email detailing your refund amount (or travel credit) and processing timeline.
Deduction: Any non-refundable supplier charges will be deducted.
6. Payment Terms
100% payment due at booking.
We accept credit cards, bank transfers, and Alipay TourPass.
7. Included Travel Insurance
All tours include up to US $280,000 coverage for medical emergencies, accident, theft, and trip interruption.
8. Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free: Eligible passport holders enjoy designated transit entry.
Tourist Visa (L-Visa): Others must secure a visa; YiVoyage assists but isn’t liable for denials or delays.
Passport Scan required ≥ 7 days before departure.
9. Itinerary Changes
YiVoyage may adjust schedules for safety or logistical reasons; equivalent alternatives provided whenever possible.
10. Personal Conduct & Liability
Guests must respect local laws and customs.
Misconduct endangering others may result in removal without refund.
11. Media Consent
You agree to YiVoyage’s use of trip photos/videos for marketing unless you opt out in writing before departure.
12. Contact & Support
24/7 English support:
fengyt1997@outlook.com
+86 18012612617 (WeChat/WhatsApp)
www.yivoyage.com
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