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In a single day, discover two sides of China—come face-to-face with the nation's beloved giant pandas at the zoo, then drift through a thousand-year-old water town aboard a traditional sculling boat, where ancient stone bridges and riverside life unfold at the unhurried pace of old Jiangnan.
At Shanghai Zoo, watch giant pandas munch bamboo and play with endless charm.
Leave the long haul behind—encounter giant pandas easily in Shanghai.
Drift through ancient stone bridges on a traditional sculling boat in Zhujiajiao.
Stroll Ming-Qing streets and soak up the living rhythms of old Jiangnan.
In one day, discover China's national treasure and the charm of the East's Venice.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be waiting for you at the hotel lobby.
Itinerary
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1Shanghai Zoo (Shanghai Dongwu Yuan)
What's first thing you'd want see in China? We bet it's the giant panda. Chunky, slow, and irresistibly cute—they're loved worldwide. As China's "national treasure" and "living fossil," the panda has existed over 8 million years and is a Class I protected species. But you don't need to go to Sichuan. At Shanghai Zoo, you can watch pandas up close—munching bamboo, rolling, and tumbling. Just watching them can fill half a day. The liveliest is "Hefeng," a playful panda who loves performing for visitors. For time-conscious travelers, this offers authentic "national treasure" experience without a long journey—a great way to connect with China's natural heritage. Shanghai Zoo, with over 70 years of history, houses giant pandas alongside rare Chinese species like golden snub-nosed monkeys, South China tigers, and Chinese alligators, plus gorillas, giraffes, and African lions. With nearly 470 species and over 5,000 animals, it's an exceptional place to discover China's unique wildlife.
4 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Zhujiajiao, dubbed the "Venice of the East," offers a different beauty. No noisy water buses—only hand-rowed boats drifting beneath ancient stone bridges. This is not a ticketed attraction, but a living town. Mornings bring elderly residents shopping by the bridge; evenings carry home-cooking aromas. It's this authentic rhythm that leaves the deepest impression. The centerpiece is Fangsheng Bridge—the largest five-arched stone bridge in Shanghai, dating to the Ming Dynasty. From its top, you get a sweeping panorama. To the north lies Beida Street, the best-preserved Ming and Qing architectural street, lined with old storefronts evoking a bygone era. A boat ride is essential. Our itinerary includes a traditional sculling boat, where gentle oars carry you under bridge after bridge. Along the banks, you'll see blue-brick, black-tiled homes with laundry hanging out—a testament to the town's unpretentious life. The unhurried pace is itself the rhythm of Zhujiajiao.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We recommend that guests register a WhatsApp account in advance
- This tour is a small-group tour. We control the group size to ensure you receive more attentive service and a more flexible travel experience.
- The minimum group size is 4 people. If the minimum group size is not reached, we will notify you three days in advance.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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