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Private Tour:Zhujiajiao Water Town, Shanghai Tower & Maglev Train
Product code 26501P30
From
From USD 255
Dates
Available from Jan 1, 2026
Start times
9:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:00 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
From USD 255
Private Tour:Zhujiajiao Water Town, Shanghai Tower & Maglev Train
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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
This unique tour features two very different sides of Shanghai, both ancient and ultra modern. You'll first enjoy a short trip just 1-hour outside of Shanghai to the charm of Zhujiajiao ancient water town. You'll explore ancient bridges like Fangsheng Bridge, stroll Qing dynasty streets and enjoy Qing dynasty architecture while diving into local shops. You'll also visit the unique Qing Dynasty Post Office, rural authentic Yuanjin Buddhist Temple and sample local snacks such as sticky rice dumplings (zong zi) and steamed pork in bamboo leaves (zha rou) and traditional Chinese candies. This tour also includes a relaxing site-filled gondola ride. You'll then return to Shanghai to visit three modern sites, including an amazing view from the observation deck of Shanghai Tower, the worlds largest Starbucks, a symbol of modern China with its sprawling layout and coffee making experience. Lastly, you'll ride the Maglev a 400kph train and learn more about this innovation at the Maglev museum.
Overview
This unique tour features two very different sides of Shanghai, both ancient and ultra modern. You'll first enjoy a short trip just 1-hour outside of Shanghai to the charm of Zhujiajiao ancient water town. You'll explore ancient bridges like Fangsheng Bridge, stroll Qing dynasty streets and enjoy Qing dynasty architecture while diving into local shops. You'll also visit the unique Qing Dynasty Post Office, rural authentic Yuanjin Buddhist Temple and sample local snacks such as sticky rice dumplings (zong zi) and steamed pork in bamboo leaves (zha rou) and traditional Chinese candies. This tour also includes a relaxing site-filled gondola ride. You'll then return to Shanghai to visit three modern sites, including an amazing view from the observation deck of Shanghai Tower, the worlds largest Starbucks, a symbol of modern China with its sprawling layout and coffee making experience. Lastly, you'll ride the Maglev a 400kph train and learn more about this innovation at the Maglev museum.
What's Included
Included
Maglev Train Ride
Bottled water
Snacks
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle with ample room based on your group size with experienced driver
Shanghai Tower Observation Deck
Pickup and drop-off (limited to 15km)
Gondola ride
Private tour guide
Not included
Lunch
Tips-recommended
Any pickup location over 15 KM away will incur an additional cost of USD40
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 hourAdmission included
Stop 2
The Shanghai Tower is a 632-metre, 128-story megatall skyscraper in Lujiazui (second-tallest behind Dubai's Burj Khalifa.) It has the world's highest observation deck and the world's fastest elevators at a top speed of 74 km/hr. It is the world's A truly amazing view and experience.
Stop 3
45 minutesAdmission included
Stop 3
This technological marvel is the fastest commercial high-speed electric train in the world and designed to connect Shanghai Pudong International Airport and the outskirts of central Pudong It cost $1.2 billion to build. It hums along at over 300km/hr, the highest speed can be reach at 421KM/hour. It takes only 7 minutes from Pudong International Airport to Longyang Rd station. You'll enjoy the maglev itself as well as learn more about this marvel in the Maglev Museum.
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
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
3 reviews
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