Private Day Tour: Zhujiajiao with Your Choice of Shanghai Sites
This flexible one day tour starts with a short trip just one hour outside of Shanghai to the serene charm of Zhujiajiao ancient water town. On this 9 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, the unique Qing Dynasty Post Office, rural authentic Yuanjin Buddhist Temple and 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 of your choice. You'll discuss with your guide and visit any of:
- Yuyuan Garden,
- Old Shanghai Street
- The Bund
- Former French Concession
- Jade Buddha Temple
- PearlTV Tower
- Shanghai Tower
Or go off the beaten path to explore the Propaganda Poster Center, world's largest Starbucks or shop.
Options
Full Day: Zhujiajiao plus SH
Pickup included
What's included in Private Day Tour: Zhujiajiao with Your Choice of Shanghai Sites
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
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.
Yu Garden (Yuyuan)
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.
Yuyuan Old Street
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.
Inclusions
- Local snacks tasting
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private guide
- Up to Three Shanghai Sites of Your Choice w/Entrance Fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle with ample room based on your group size with experienced driver
- Gondola ride
- Full sit down lunch (You can choose as you like)
- Tips-recommended
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- To secure your Yuyuan Garden Ticket and bypass queues, please provide your full name along with your passport number.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Additional Information
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.
