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Private Full Day Tour: Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town with Best of Shanghai
Product code 26501P29
From
From USD 207.9
Dates
Available from Jan 1, 2026
Start times
10:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-3, Child ages 4-9, Adult ages 10-99
Options
Full Day: Zhujiajiao plus SH
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Duration
9 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese, French, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From USD 207.9
Private Full Day Tour: Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town with Best of Shanghai





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Duration
9 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese, French, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Enjoy this short trip just one hour outside of Shanghai to the serene charm of Zhujiajiao ancient water town. On this 9 1/2 hours tour you'll explore ancient bridges like Fangsheng Bridge and stroll Qing dynasty streets and enjoy Ming and Qing dynasty architecture while diving into local shops. You'll also visit the unique Qing Dynasty Post Office, rural style authentic Yuanjin Buddhist Temple. Along the way you'll sample local snacks such as sticky rice dumplings (zong zi) and steamed pork wrapped in bamboo leaves (zha rou) as well as traditional Chinese candies. This tour also includes a relaxing site-filled gondola ride. You'll then return to Shanghai to visit several iconic highlights, including Yuyuan Garden, Old Shanghai Street and the Bund which provides an amazing blend of East and West culture and architectures that contributes to the famous Shanghai skyline.
Overview
Enjoy this short trip just one hour outside of Shanghai to the serene charm of Zhujiajiao ancient water town. On this 9 1/2 hours tour you'll explore ancient bridges like Fangsheng Bridge and stroll Qing dynasty streets and enjoy Ming and Qing dynasty architecture while diving into local shops. You'll also visit the unique Qing Dynasty Post Office, rural style authentic Yuanjin Buddhist Temple. Along the way you'll sample local snacks such as sticky rice dumplings (zong zi) and steamed pork wrapped in bamboo leaves (zha rou) as well as traditional Chinese candies. This tour also includes a relaxing site-filled gondola ride. You'll then return to Shanghai to visit several iconic highlights, including Yuyuan Garden, Old Shanghai Street and the Bund which provides an amazing blend of East and West culture and architectures that contributes to the famous Shanghai skyline.
What's Included
Included
Local snacks tasting
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Private guide
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle with ample room based on your group size with experienced driver
Gondola ride
Not included
Full sit down lunch (You can choose as you like)
Tips-recommended
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 1
Zhujiajiao is a water town just an hour outside of Shanghai. It was established about 1,700 years ago. It features 36 stone bridges and numerous rivers line Zhujiajiao, and many ancient buildings still line the riverbanks today. The many shops nestled into the historic buildings and stone streets lined are bustling with with food vendors. Gondola rides along the canals are popular activities are included. Qing Dynasty Post Office, Yuanjin Buddhist Temple visit will make your water town tour complete.
Stop 2
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
This garden dates back to 1559 during the Ming Dynasty. A classic Chinese Garden rich in history, you'll see a wide range of halls, statues, rock structures, water features as well as the famous Grand Rockery and Exquisite Jade Rocks.
Stop 3
30 minutes
Stop 3
Nearby Yuyuan Garden is old Shanghai and its complex area of shops, streets and places to taste Shanghai’s folk customs, authentic Shanghai snacks and local cuisine. The colorful lamps on the antique buildings also make it a beautiful landscape.
Stop 4
30 minutes
Stop 4
The Shanghai Bund has dozens of historical buildings, lining the Huangpu River, that once housed numerous banks, trading houses and consulates from all over Europe, Asia and the United States. The area highlights Shanghai's western influence in architecture and culture and today offers a beautiful walkway along the Huangpu River while learning about Shanghai's history.
Additional Info
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Other
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Other
Please wear comfortable shoes
Other
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
9 reviews
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