
Private Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Lunch and Boat Ride
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Is Private Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Lunch and Boat Ride worth booking?
Private Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Lunch and Boat Ride is a 4-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $50 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Utilize your limited shore excursion time to see Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town, located in Qingpu District of Shanghai. This private tour takes you to experience the charming "Oriental Venice " and taste the local anthen
What you get
- Cruise port pick up and drop off
- Local tasty lunch
- Private guide
- Experienced driver and private transportation
About this experience
Utilize your limited shore excursion time to see Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town, located in Qingpu District of Shanghai. This private tour takes you to experience the charming "Oriental Venice " and taste the local anthentical food . In addition, you will also enjoy a relaxing boat ride along the water canal, appreciate the beautiful and traditional Ming and Qing Dynastry architecture and explore the local old alley lanes and learn the fasinating local folks and culture from your knowledgable guide.
What's included
Included
- Cruise port pick up and drop off
- Local tasty lunch
- Private guide
- Experienced driver and private transportation
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
Upon arrival Shanghai, you will be greeted by your local friendly guide and the driver at the cruise port pick up area with your name sign, and you will ride in the comfortable and air-conditioned car to Zhujiajiao ancient water town, one of the earliest town which was established about 1700 years ago. Spend the quality time to wander around the old alley streets full of local flavors, arts, crafts, interesting waster markets, see the charming Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture along the riverside while appreciate the beautiful Chinese “Oriental Venice”. Have great learning about the local culture, history and custom. Visit the peaceful Kezhi garden from the Qing period, once a private garden owned by the local wealthy family, indulge yourself in the beautiful natural landscape of this ancient garden dotted with the ponds, pavilions and bridges. In addition, you will enjoy a relaxing gondola ride and a local delightful lunch. After the wonderful excursion, you will be dropped back to the cruise port or other downtown Shanghai area upon your request.
200 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Wusong Kou Cruise Terminal
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International Cruise Terminal
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Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunny Private Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time, full names and passport No.s of all the passengers for the local tour company to apply for the "Day pass" or "Transit visa"
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $359
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Lunch and Boat Ride: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Private Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Lunch and Boat Ride cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Shanghai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Lunch and Boat Ride take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Shanghai is not rushed.
Is Private Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Lunch and Boat Ride worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Shanghai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Lunch and Boat Ride?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Lunch and Boat Ride suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Lunch and Boat Ride?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Shanghai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Shanghai and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Lunch and Boat Ride start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Shanghai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Shanghai?
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On Outty we rank every Shanghai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights, Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option, 4-Hour Flexible Private Shanghai City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Shanghai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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