Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights
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Is Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights worth booking?
Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights is a 7-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $16 per person. It scores 62 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
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $16 per person
Make your Shanghai visit fun and memorable by taking this exclusive guided tour. Explore some of the old and new amazing sites, visit the charming water town at Zhajialou near the river Huangpu, experience the authentica
What you get
- Local tasty lunch ( If tour with lunch option is booked)
- Private professional guide service
- Private car and driver
About this experience
Make your Shanghai visit fun and memorable by taking this exclusive guided tour. Explore some of the old and new amazing sites, visit the charming water town at Zhajialou near the river Huangpu, experience the authentical traditional water markets lined with old residences. In addition, enjoy a fully customized Shanghai city tour and choose to visit The Bund, Shanghai Tower, Old French Concession, Jade Buddha Temple etc. based on your time and interests. Tour around with your own expert guide, have great learning about the local culture, custom, history and life sounds.
What's included
Included
- Local tasty lunch ( If tour with lunch option is booked)
- Private professional guide service
- Private car and driver
Not included
- Entrance in Shanghai city if has
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Zhaojialou Ancient Town
Your local friendly guide and the driver will pick up at your Shanghai hotel. Begin your great tour to the five hundred year old ancient water town- Zhaojialou. Upon arrival, follow your guide to explore the charming town by wandering along the alley streets full of colorful markets, see the old traditional architecture decorated with lanterns along canal while learning the interesting local culture, history and custom. You may sample some authentical street food such as soup dumpling, pancake, shaomai etc.
120 minutes here
The Bund (Wai Tan)
Continue the tour to the Shanghai city center, one the way discuss with your guide the sites you prefer to visit, following are recommended itinerary but be sure to tell your guide if you want to tailor made your own. Make the stop at the Bund area, one of the must visit in Shanghai, enjoy a nice walk along the waterfront, once was the “British concession”. Also known as “Free Museum of International Architecture”. Set your cameral ready and take the fantastic view of the city’s old and new skylines while learning the important colonial history that made Shanghai prosperous.
30 minutes here
Pudong New Area
Continue the tour to Pudong New Island by enjoying a quick ferry ride, take the nice walk on the skybridge among the “Towers of the forest”, see some of the amazing modern architecture include Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Tower, Shanghai World Financial Tower, Jinmao Tower. On a nice clear day, you could choose to go one of the top observation decks to enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the mega Shanghai.
60 minutes here
Former French Concession
Next , pay the visit at the city’s chic area at former French Concession, have fun explore the unique streets lined with leafy” French trees”, see the traditional Shikumen old houses that once popular in Shanghai from 1930’s, enjoy the leisure wander around that immersion with the European glamor .As the private layover tour, if you have been to the above sites, you could replace to other popular attractions such as: Nanjing road shopping street, French concession, Jade Buddha temple, People square etc. After the great tour, your guide will see you off at your hotel or other downtown area as per your request.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Private Tour with Dinner
Great guide, driver with car ,local tasty dinner are included. Pickup included
Private Tour Only
Great guide, driver with car are included. Pickup included
Private Tour with lunch
Private Tour with Lunch: Great guide, driver with car ,local tasty lunch are included. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, 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 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A very interesting and...
A very interesting and unforgettable experience, with a friendly, helpful and very informative tour guide
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $16 to $315
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights cost?
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Prices start at $16 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 Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 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 Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights?
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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 Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights?
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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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Zhaojialou Water Town Private Day Tour with Shanghai City Highlights 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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