Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise
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3.7/5
Based on 19 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise worth booking?
Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise is a 8-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $92 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 3.7/5 (19)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $92 per person
Zhujiajiao, known as the "Venice of Shanghai", with a history of more than 1,700 years. Endowed with another elegant name - 'Pearl Stream' - the small town is the best-preserved among the four ancient towns in Shanghai.
What you get
- Huangpu River Night Cruise
- English-speaking guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (selected hotels only)
About this experience
Zhujiajiao, known as the "Venice of Shanghai", with a history of more than 1,700 years. Endowed with another elegant name - 'Pearl Stream' - the small town is the best-preserved among the four ancient towns in Shanghai. Unique old bridges across bubbling streams, small rivers shaded by willow trees, and houses with courtyards attached all transport people who have been living amidst the bustle and hustle of the modern big city to a brand-new world full of antiquity, leisure and tranquility. Cruising on the Huangpu River is the best way to appreciate shanghai dramatic and splendid night views, it has become a must for most visitors to Shanghai.
What's included
Included
- Huangpu River Night Cruise
- English-speaking guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
You will be greeted by your guide and driver at around 12:00 before head to Zhujiajiao Water Town (1 hour’s drive). Zhujiajiao Water Town sightseeing for 2.5 hours . （Zhujiajiao, known as the "Venice of Shanghai", with a history of more than 1,700 years. Endowed with another elegant name - 'Pearl Stream' - the small town is the best-preserved among the four ancient towns in Shanghai）
150 minutes here
Huangpu River
Then, continue to the city’s Huangpu River and board a comfortable sightseeing boat for an evening cruise. Soak in the views of The Bund and Pudong’s skyscrapers, all beautifully illuminated against the darkness. Finally, disembark and conclude with a hotel drop-off.
90 minutes here · Admission 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.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Trippest Travel
Know before you go
- 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
- Your guide will contact you 1 day in advance to confirm the departure time and pick-up place.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 19 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
19 verified traveler reviews for Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very intetesting tour.
Very good services, excellent and efficient guide speaking good English and providing sufficient infirmation. I recommdnd to all travelers.
via Viator
Zhujiajiao Water town and Huangpu River night cruise
We were picked up promptly at the time arranged. Nini (our guide) was very cheerful and very informative. Her English was good and we appreciated her local knowledge. We really enjoyed the water town itself. Despite what I had read, the day we visited the village was not over-run with tourists even though it was a fine day. The local shops obviously cater for the tourist trade, but the shop owners live in the town (often above the shop) so this made it feel more authentic. Our visit to the silk factory was informative, but more time was spent there than necessary. The process and products were fascinating. The Chinese style dinner was tasty - at a restaurant in a bustling Chinese food precinct. We were in a corner that had storage shelves beside, but we enjoyed the cuisine. We did think we would be dining on the river, but this was not the case. The river cruise is very pretty with all the buildings around the Bund lit up. It took less than an hour, but was a great experience. Nini left us after the cruise and the driver returned us to our hotels. The only real negative of the day was the condition of the mini-van. It was older and had a lot of major squeaks and rattles, not enough seat belts, and very poor suspension. There were 3 of us in the back seat and by the end of the evening we had sore backs from the rough ride. That aside, I would recommend the tour as being good value for money and a great experience.
via Tripadvisor
Worth seeing
It's not so much a tour as it is transfers and assistance. But worth it for the ease, Shanghai has been hard to navigate. Although our guide did give us some information on the drive to Zhujiajiao. The water town is definitely worth seeing - boat rides cost extra but worth it. The silk museum was interesting and we rushed through it at our pace! Dinner was not on board the river cruise, it was in a little cheap looking local place, but was interesting. The cruise was stunning!! You can pay 50rmb each and go out the front- do it!!! It was insanely crowded otherwise.
via Tripadvisor
Terrible
Not a “mini” group but rather large. Not even a “tour” just a ride to Zhujiajiao with instructions to meet back up after an hour of free time. The part of town they take you to is HIGHLY commercialized, skip it. Silk “museum” is actually a shop where they put the pressure on to buy and don’t let you leave for a long time. Dinner: worst food in shanghai, barely edible, also NOT onboard like advertised. More free time on the bund while you wait for cruise, oh wait the tour operator didn’t get tickets early enough for the cruise so it’s another 45 minutes of free time on the bund! Finally get to the riverboat cruise, VERY crowded, but still best part of tour. Drop off at hotel takes foreeeeeeeeeeever because they have to drop everyone else off first. Skip this tour. Pay a little more and get something worthwhile. Also, tour guide Jason was full of misogynistic jokes so if that’s your style then maybe you should go on the tour.
Response from the operator: Dear Simmy0689, We are sorry to hear that your trip went poorly. It’s always our goal to see our guests have a great time and it sounds like your day didn't turn out anything like what you expected. We mainly offer Mini Group Tours with max 6 people as well as private tours, and meanwhile we’re the operator of some coach tours. Most of our customers would choose Mini Group Tours or private tours, especially Mini Group Tours with amazing value. The coach tour you did with cheaper price normally has more than 10 people in the group. As an explanation for part of your experience, coach group tours usually go to areas that are more commercialized. It was intended for those who have limited budget. We sincerely thank you for your detailed feedback from which we realize that customers choosing this product may not be able to have a good experience. We will feedback and communicate with the supplier to improve or even remove this product as soon as possible. However, perhaps as much as anything, we are troubled to hear that your tour guide made inappropriate jokes. That’s the first time we have heard a complaint about that. That does not reflect our company’s values and we’ll follow up on that. Thank you for bringing all these things to our attention as it helps us continually improve and provide better services. Again, we apologize for the inconvenience it caused you. Could you please email us directly so that we can better help you resolve this? We look forward to receiving your email and further addressing the things you mentioned. Customer Care Team inquiry@trippest.com
via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour - excellent guide!
We purchased 2 tours and had the pleasure of having Ding as our guide for both tours. He took us to the watertown and led us through the narrow streets. Our tour included a gondala ride through the city. Wonderful!
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
- $92 to $368
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $92 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 Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise 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 Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.7/5 across 19 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 Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise?
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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 Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise 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 Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise?
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Around 7 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 Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise 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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