Shanghai: Zhujiajiao Water Town tour with Hanfu Photos

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5 to 7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Welcome to Zhujiajiao, an ancient water town often celebrated as the "Venice of Shanghai." we invite you to experience the poetic charm of "small bridges, flowing water, and traditional households."

Enjoy a relaxed water town tour with a local English-speaking companion, who pick you up from your hotels and drop off same place, captures natural family moments for free, No rush, no pressure — just a family-friendly experience.

To make your visit truly unforgettable, we offer a Traditional Chinese Costume (Hanfu) Experience(optional).

Travel Tips
* Guiding: Fully narrated tours in English/Bilingual, focusing on history, folklore, and architecture.
* Footwear : Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended for the stone-paved alleys.
*Photography: The Hanfu package includes costume rental, makeup, and professionally retouched photos. (Advance booking required).
* Best Timing : Early morning or late afternoon offers the most magical lighting for photography.

What's Included

Private driver with air-conditioned vehicle
Private English speaking guide
Entrance to water town
Entrance fee to garden
Boat ride ticket
Downtown Shanghai area pickup and drop off
Food or drinks
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can pick up customers from any hotel in downtown

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Exploration of North Street & Kezhi Garden * Culinary Delights: Follow your guide through North Street, the best-preserved ancient commercial street in Shanghai. Sample local delicacies like "Zharou" (braised pork wrapped in reed leaves) and traditional rice dumplings. * Garden Philosophy: Visit Kezhi Garden, a grand manor combining traditional Chinese landscaping with subtle Western influences, showcasing the sophisticated lifestyle of ancient scholars.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Zhujiajiao Ancient Town

    Time Travel: Hanfu Photography (Optional Add-on) To make your visit truly unforgettable, we offer a Traditional Chinese Costume (Hanfu) Experience. * Authentic Styling: Choose from a wide collection of Hanfu, ranging from the opulent styles of the Tang Dynasty to the elegant aesthetics of the Song and Ming Dynasties. Professional stylists will assist with traditional hair and makeup. * Cinematic Backdrops: Walk the cobblestone paths or lean against a red-lacquered pavilion in flowing silk robes. A professional photographer will capture your journey, blending your presence with the timeless scenery of the water town. * A Timeless Souvenir: You will receive high-quality edited digital photos—a unique keepsake of your personal connection to Chinese culture.

    1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Zhujiajiao Ancient Town

    The Slow Life on a Gondola (Core Experience) The soul of Zhujiajiao is best felt from the water. * Immersive Navigation: You will board a traditional wooden "Yaolu" (hand-oared) boat, the primary mode of transport for centuries. * Architectural Wonders: Glide under iconic stone bridges, including the magnificent Fangsheng Bridge, the largest five-arch bridge in the region. * Riverside Living: From the water, you’ll have a front-row seat to the daily lives of locals living in Ming and Qing dynasty houses that line the canals.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by FRANK HONG

Tags

Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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