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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
- French
- Spanish
Total Comfort from Your Door
Skip the train station chaos. We pick you up at 8:00 AM for a private, breezy ride. Your guide doesn’t just do "history"—they tell the real stories of life on the water.
Get Creative with Indigo
We don’t just sightsee; we create. At the Indigo Dye House, you’ll tie-dye your own fabric using ancient techniques—a handmade souvenir with a story.
Eat Like a Local
Forget tourist traps. We’ll snag a riverside table for the "must-eats": tender braised lamb, soy-sauce duck, and the legendary "Boat-end" Zongzi.
Backstage Pass
After a live Shadow Puppet show, we take you behind the curtain to meet the masters and try manipulating the puppets yourself.
The Magic Hour
We stay late enough to watch the lanterns flicker on at dusk, turning Wuzhen into a shimmering wonderland. It’s the ultimate "golden hour" for your feed before we whisk you home.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
You will be contacted one day before departure to confirm the pickup location.
Itinerary
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1Wuzhen Water Town
Step back in time to Wuzhen Water Town on this private day trip from Shanghai. Explore the historic West Gate, where you’ll visit the Zhaoming Academy and create your own souvenir at the Indigo Dye House using ancient tie-dye techniques. Savor a riverside lunch of local specialties before boarding a traditional sculling boat to drift through scenic canals. In the East Gate, witness a rare live Shadow Puppet show and go behind the scenes to meet the artisans. End your journey capturing the magical twilight views as lanterns light up the town, followed by a comfortable private transfer back to your hotel.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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