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Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Private 8-Hour Day Tour
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Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Private 8-Hour Day Tour

by Amazing Shanghai Trip

8 hours
Yangzhou
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Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Overview

This private day tour covers two distinct parts: a visit to Zhujiajiao Water Town in the morning followed by a tour of Shanghai’s main city attractions in the afternoon. Zhujiajiao is one of the best-preserved water towns near Shanghai, with over 1,700 years of history. The tour begins with a drive of about one hour from the hotel to Zhujiajiao, where the guide leads a walk along the canals, old bridges, and historic lanes featuring traditional architecture. Visitors can also take a boat ride on the calm waters of the town’s canals. A local lunch is served at a restaurant in Zhujiajiao during the half-day visit. After lunch, the tour returns to Shanghai city for the afternoon portion. The first stop is Yu Garden, a 400-year-old classical Chinese garden, where guests can see pavilions and traditional buildings. If Yu Garden is closed (Mondays), the guide will take guests to the Jade Buddha Temple instead. Next, the group visits the Bund to view the Shanghai skyline, including landmarks such as the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, and Shanghai Tower along the Huangpu River. The final stop is Shanghai Tower, the tallest building in China at 632 meters. Visitors can go to the observatory for a 360-degree panoramic view of the city. If guests have previously visited these sites, they may choose alternatives like the Pearl TV Tower, World Financial Center, Jinmao Tower, or Shanghai Museum. The tour concludes with transport back to the hotel, airport, or cruise port as selected. The package includes private transportation, entrance tickets, lunch, and a private guide and driver.

Highlights

Visit Zhujiajiao Water Town with boat ride and lunch
See Yu Garden or Jade Buddha Temple in Shanghai city
Walk along the Bund to view Shanghai skyline
Panoramic city view from Shanghai Tower observatory
Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off

What's included

Private transportation throughout the tour
Airport or cruise port pickup and drop-off if outskirts departure is selected
Hotel pickup and drop-off service
Admission tickets to Zhujiajiao, Yu Garden, and Shanghai Tower
Private guide for the entire tour
Lunch in Zhujiajiao Water Town
Visa waiver help for small cruise passenger groups from cruise port

What's not included

Additional food and drinks beyond lunch
Gratuities for guide and driver
Airport or cruise port pickup and drop-off if city departure is selected

Itinerary

1

Zhujiajiao Ancient Town

After meeting the guide at the hotel lobby, the tour includes about one hour of driving to Zhujiajiao Water Town, which has a history of over 1700 years and is well-preserved. Visitors can walk along canals with old bridges and antiquated buildings, explore several houses with gardens, and take a boat ride on the canal to see the surroundings. Lunch is served at a local restaurant offering local dishes.

120 min

2

Yu Garden

In the afternoon, the tour returns to Shanghai city to visit Yu Garden, a classical Chinese garden about 400 years old. Visitors see traditional pavilions and historic architecture. When Yu Garden is closed on Mondays, the alternative visit is to the Jade Buddha Temple.

40 min

3

The Bund (Wai Tan)

The tour continues with a 25-minute stop at the Bund along the Huangpu River. Guests view the Shanghai skyline, including the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, Shanghai Tower, and colonial-era buildings.

25 min

4

Shanghai Tower

The final stop is Shanghai Tower, the tallest building in China at 632 meters. Visitors access the observatory for a full 360-degree panoramic view of the city. Guests who prefer may choose alternative attractions such as the Pearl TV Tower, World Financial Center, Jinmao Tower, or Shanghai Museum. After the visit, the guide arranges transport back to the hotel, cruise port, or airport.

60 min

Languages

English (guide)English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Infant seats are available
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian or halal meal options are available upon booking request
The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress accordingly
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Visa waiver assistance for small groups from cruise port requires contact at least 5 days in advance
Travelers with airport or cruise layovers or from outskirts should select the Outskirts Departure option
Yu Garden is closed on Mondays; Jade Buddha Temple is the alternative
Tour end time can be adjusted upon booking request
Airport or cruise port drop-off after city hotel departure is available for an extra fee; please request at booking
Total
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