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Private Day Trip to Zhujiajiao Water Town w/Flexible Shanghai Highlights

4.9 (44 reviews) 8–9 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Day Trip to Zhujiajiao Water Town w/Flexible Shanghai Highlights

About this activity

After immersing in the serene charm of Zhujiajiao water town, you'll have selected highlights of Shanghai that follow your interests and discuss with your guide on this 9-hour private day trip. Ride a gondola beneath ancient bridges and stroll Qing dynasty streets, lunch at your preference.

Please notify us which route you would like to take when you make the reservation.

*Recommended routes:

A: Zhujiajiao water town, Shanghai Tower, A.P. Plaza Xinyang Market

B: Zhujiajiao water town, Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Disneytown

C: Zhujiajiao water town, Thames Town, Moller Residence

D: Zhujiajiao water town, Shanghai Chedun Film Park, 1933 Old Millfun

E: Zhujiajiao water town, 1933 Old Millfun, Moller Residence, 16 city of coverings Market

F: Zhujiajiao water town, Shanghai Chedun Film Park, Thames Town

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At a glance

Duration
8–9 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Chinese, English
Operated by
Jennys China Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–9 years) · Adults (10–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Water
  • Included: Local snacks tasting if you select All Inclusive Package
  • Included: Gondola Ride if you select All Inclusive Package
  • Included: Private guide
  • Included: Air-conditioned minivan with experienced driver
  • Included: One more entrance fee if you select All Inclusive Package

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Tips-recommended
  • Not included: Personal expenses

Itinerary

  1. Zhujiajiao Ancient Town

    2 hours Admission included

    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.

  2. Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan)

    one hour

    We know museums aren't for everyone, but the Shanghai Museum, founded in 1952, offers an amazing historic selection of jade, scripts and statues as well as a large variety of bronze and porcelain artifacts. It's a great way to learn more about China's history in a very pleasant environment.

  3. Shanghai Tower

    one hour Admission included

    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.

  4. Thames Town

    2 hours

    Thames Town is a new town in Songjiang District, about 30 kilometres from central Shanghai, China.The architecture is themed according to classic British market town styles. This are features cobbled streets, Victorian terraces and corner shops.​ A taste of England just an hour from central Shanghai.

  5. Shanghai Chedun Film Park

    2 hours Admission included

    Located in Chedun Town, Songjiang District, Shanghai, it is one of the ten great film making bases in China. Shanghai Film Park contains the urban style of old Shanghai. The style and features of old Shanghai is one of the highlights of Shanghai Film Park.

    It duplicates many scaled landmarks about the city of old Shanghai over 1930s-1940s, such as Nanjing Road, Shikumen Houses (stone gate houses), Moller Villa, Shanghai Grand Theater, Peace Square, etc., pursuing creating original street scenes in which people could immerse and imagine the living details decades ago.

    The project was set in 1992 and expended in 1998 with an area of 800,000 square meters (nearly 198 acres) in total.

  6. 1933 Old Millfun

    one hour

    This unique complex of restaurants and shops once housed the Shanghai Municipal Council Slaughterhouse, the largest slaughterhouse in Shanghai. It is described by the Atlas Obscura travel guide as "an eerie Gotham-Deco achievement in concrete, glass, and steel, and the last remaining of its design in the world." Curved staircases, bridged walkways, and thick walls give the complex a unique industrial and bizarre aura.

  7. 16 city of coverings Market

    one hour

    Shanghai's Fabric and Custom Tailor markets can be a challenging, but worthwhile experience for visitors. From custom suits to hand-made cashmere sweaters, you can find something for almost any style and taste. You do need to do some homework to avoid some of the less reputable places as well as plan to return in 1-4 days to pick up your merchandise.

  8. A.P. Plaza Yinyang Market

    2 hours

    This labyrinth of small shops is one of Shanghai’s few remaining markets where you can get all the knock-off clothing, accessories and souvenirs you want. Find Nike, Levi, Beats, Gucci, Rolex and hundreds of other 'brands' at fractions of retail prices. Be prepared to negotiate and let the buyer beware!

  9. Moller Residence

    30 min

    This colonial-era mansion is in the French Concession area and was built by Eric Moller, who became wealthy from British shipping, in 1936. The distinctive design includes brown tiled Gothic and Tudor gables, spires, and steeples. It has been renovated to preserve its original style and today houses a hotel and is a great place for afternoon tea and strolling along the gardens.

  10. Stop 10

    one hour

    Disneytown is an exciting shopping, dining and entertainment destination open to the general public right outside of Shanghai Disneyland at Shanghai Disney Resort.

    In addition, Disneytown also features one-of-kind restaurants and shops you won’t find elsewhere—including World of Disney Store, the first store of its kind in Asia.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Ji Hotel Shanghai Zhangjiang
  • Jinjiang Inn Shanghai Caobao Road Jiuxing Building Material Market
  • KE Hotel (Shanghai Hongqiao Airport)
  • Jinyao Huajia Hotel
  • Kaweisi Boutique Business Hotel
  • 99 Inn Shanghai South Station
  • JI Hotel Shanghai Jintie Hongqiao Zhongxin
  • Shanghai Elong Hotel
  • Jinqiao Hotel
  • Shanghai Lichen Ruixuan International Hotel
  • Jinjiang Inn Shanghai Qingfang Market Caoan Road
  • Park Inn by Radisson Shanghai Jing'an Daning International

and 3,255 more pickup points

Please note: Languages other than English and Mandarin will require an additional fee of USD 50 per day, payable in cash to the guide on the day of the tour.

Please note: Due to the limited availability of guides who speak languages other than English and Mandarin, the public transportation option is currently available only for tours conducted in English or Mandarin.

Please note: Drop off and pickup outside of central Shanghai, such as Pudong International Airport, Hongqiao International Airport, Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal, Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, Shanghai Disney Area, Qinpu District, Jiading District, Chuansha District, or Songjiang District, Fengxian District, will incur an extra USD40 for your whole group and includes both pickup and dropoff. You can pay in cash (USD or RMB) directly to your guide when meeting.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

  • Please wear comfortable shoes

  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

  • To secure your Yuyuan Garden Ticket and bypass queues, please provide your full name along with your passport number.

Options

  • All Inclusive Package

    This option includes all entrance fees, a gondola ride, premium car with driver, expert tour guide, a local lunch, and water.

    Pickup included

  • Guide and Transfer Service

    This option includes premium car with driver and expert tour guide service, a Confucius Tea ceremony. (Entrance fee, Boat Ride and lunch are at your own cost).

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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