
Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer
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Is Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer worth booking?
Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer is a 8-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $24 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $24 per person
Enjoy a great fun excursion to visit the two famed water towns Tongli and Xitang from Shanghai. Enjoy the ease and convenience of the private transfer and travel with your own professional driver in the air-conditioned v
What you get
- Local friendly driver
- Bottled water
- Private door to door transfer
- Comfortable and Air-conditioned vehicle
About this experience
Enjoy a great fun excursion to visit the two famed water towns Tongli and Xitang from Shanghai. Enjoy the ease and convenience of the private transfer and travel with your own professional driver in the air-conditioned vehicle. Explore both water towns at your own pace. Exclusive private door to door transfer only for you and your travel party with flexible departure time base on your own travel schedule.
What's included
Included
- Local friendly driver
- Bottled water
- Private door to door transfer
- Comfortable and Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Entrance fees
- Personal expenses such as food
What you'll see and do
Tongli Town
Your local friendly driver will pick up at your place in Shanghai at your preferred time. Hop onto the clean, air-conditioned car, sit back and enjoy a comfortable ride to Tongli, located in Wujiang in Jiangsu Province. Upon arrival, you will start to explore the town on your own with ease and leisure. Such as visit Ming and Qing Dynasty street, visit the UNSECO garden -Tuisi Garden, cross the lucky three ring stone bridges or choose to take a relaxing gondola ride along the ancient canal while appreciate the charming of the picturesque “Oriental Venice” township scenery.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Xitang Ancient Town
After visiting Tongli, take another easy ride to Xitang. Regarded as the Living Thousand-Year-Old Water town. Here you will spend time to visit the “Misty Corridor”, lively West Street fully of local flavor, admire the charming ancient old architecture or even the follow the footprints of Tom Cruise in the “Mission Impossible III”. Your driver will patiently wait for you while you are visiting the town. After the wonderful visit, enjoy a nice ride back to Shanghai with convenient drop off at your place in Shanghai. Your driver is with basic English skills but he/she will be well informed about the pick-up and drop off details. A local English-speaking assistant is available on the phone to assist before or during the transfers if needed.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 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 are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful day!
We booked a 1-day self-guided private tour to Tongli and Xitang via Sunny Tours Shanghai and were extremely happy for trusting them. Although in the reservation we were warned that most probably the driver would not speak English, he spoke very good English and was also very kind and helpful. He was punctual about timing and helped us to find the ways to the entrances of both old cities. In addition, he assisted us with buying the tickets and paid attention to the fact that one of us was eligible for a reduction in the entrance fee. This allowed us to save money. When we asked him to help us to find a local supermarket to buy some cold water and refreshments, he immediately drove us to the nearest shop. The car itself was clean, spacious and well air conditioned, which ensured a very comfortable trip in the heat outside. During the trip, we chatted with the driver – Mr. Ken and he shared some interesting facts about daily life in China and answered different tourist questions from our side. We really enjoyed the trip and will definitely plan our next visit with Sunny Tours.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $24 to $216
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer cost?
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Prices start at $24 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 Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer?
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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 Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer?
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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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tongli and Xitang Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai by Private Transfer 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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