Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour
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Is Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour worth booking?
Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour is a 8-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $87 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $87 per person
Explore beautiful Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai's most incredible city attractions during this amazing private day tour. Accompanied by local professional guide, stroll around the old lanes with antiquated architect
What you get
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Entrance fee of Yu Garden or Jade Buddha Tempe (choose one)
- Lunch
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
About this experience
Explore beautiful Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai's most incredible city attractions during this amazing private day tour. Accompanied by local professional guide, stroll around the old lanes with antiquated architecture, wander along the canal with old bridges and take the boat on tranquil canals in Zhujiajiao ancient water town for a half day. Lunch will be arranged at a nice local restaurant by the canal. Followed by another half day tour to see Shanghai city attractions like Jade Buddha Temple, M50 contemporary art center or any other attractions you want to see.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Entrance fee of Yu Garden or Jade Buddha Tempe (choose one)
- Lunch
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Zhujiajiao boat ride
Not included
- Personal Expense
- Gratuities
- Additional city attraction entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
Meet your excellent local guide at your hotel lobby at 8:30 am (or your preferred departure time ). Then take one hour ride in comfortable & air-conditioned vehicle to beautiful Zhujiajiao Water Town. It's the best-preserved and quite water town in the area with history over 1700 years. There are privately-owned home garden, old bridges, antiquated architecture and bubbling streams. You can wander along the canal, stroll around the old lanes, later, enjoy a relaxing boat riding on the canal to see beautiful surrounding. Then revitalize yourself with a delicious lunch in a local restaurant where you can have some local delicious dishes.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Jade Buddha Temple
In the afternoon, you will go back to Shanghai city, and visit Jade Buddha Temple or any other city attractions you want to visit. Jade Buddha Temple is one of the most famous Buddhist temple in Shanghai, your knowledgeable guide will not only point out all the details in the temple but also explain you the history of Buddhism and wisdom of Buddhism philosophy.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Yu Garden
You also can choose to visit the most famous classic Yu Garden. Your guide will share with you the Chinese garden art, and give you an overview of high official's garden life in the history.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Shanghai Tower
Another good choice is Shanghai Tower. You can take the fastest elevator in the world to 119F to have a wonderful view of Shanghai. Your guide will point out all the important places and explain you all the stories behind it.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Former French Concession
Your final stop can be at Former French Concession, where is full of trendy bars and clubs. The area still holds something of the alluring mix of scrappy Shanghainese street life and shopworn European colonial charm. Your guide will show you the most interesting area in the Former French Concession according to your preference. If you wish to do something else, such as body massage, shopping, or visit other attractions, such as Shanghai Propaganda Museum, Shanghai Museum and etc, please feel free to let your guide know.
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
English or Chinese guide
Your local guide will meet your at your hotel lobby at 8:30am. Pickup included
French/German/Spanish/Russian
French, German, Spanish or Russian tour guide service is available. Please kindly make your booking 3 days in advance. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, cmn, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Shanghai Melody Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If you choose to have different language tour guide other than English or Chinese one, please ensure to make your booking at least 3 days advance
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An Absolutely Incredible Private Tour of Shanghai
Daniel: This was, without question, an absolutely incredible 5-star experience! If you're near Shanghai, book this tour, you won't regret it. The Watertown itself was truly a 5 out of 5. It was stunning, serene, and felt like stepping into a beautiful, quiet piece of history. But the service is what made the day perfect. Our driver was amazing, providing an incredibly smooth and comfortable ride. And then there was our tour guide, Miss Penny, she is a true superstar! Penny was knowledgeable, engaging, and brought the entire destination to life. Her passion and attention to detail made the day utterly memorable. Thank you to our amazing driver and the incredible Miss Penny, for a flawless, unforgettable experience. We highly recommend this tour if you are visiting Shanghai! Anna: This private tour of Shanghai was an excellent way to see the city's sights and is highly recommended for any foreign visitor. The day was perfectly curated, allowing us to explore a charming water town, the serene Jade Buddha Temple, and the historic French Concession. The transportation itself was a highlight; the car was beautiful, and the driving was smooth and excellent, making for a comfortable and stress-free journey between locations. A special shout-out must go to our guide, Penny. She was an absolute delight, warm, fun, and friendly, and possessed an extensive knowledge of Shanghai's history, which brought every location vividly to life. Her insights transformed the tour from a simple sightseeing trip into a deep dive into the city's past and present. Overall, a truly five-star experience that seamlessly combined comfort, culture, and outstanding personal guidance.
via Viator
Experiencing Chinese Culture in Zhujiajiao
We were immersed in Chinese culture as we walked along the busy canal with little shops and also had the opportunity to tour a private garden. As always, Kelly provided amazing service throughout the tour. She took the time to get to know everyone in our group which helped with ordering meals, shopping and other interests to enhance our overall experience!
via Tripadvisor
Perfect way of getting impressions of China like it once was
Fantastic tour and perfect service beyond expectation from pick up at the hotel until late night acrobatic show. Our guide Kelly spoke perfect English and her knowledge of China history was perfect. Tour is quite interactive and Kelly tailored it according to our wishes and interests. We got opportunity to see and taste real China like we were imagined it to be. Kelly took us to a private garden and to a small old-fashioned restaurant where we tried local specialties, famous hairy crabs and rise wine. Overall whole trip and particularly Kelly is highly recommended, you will enjoy it for sure.
via Tripadvisor
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
- $87 to $441
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $87 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 Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour 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 Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 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 Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour?
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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 Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour 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 Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour?
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Around 1 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 Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour 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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