Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai Landmarks Private Day Tour

4.3
(3 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Shanghai’s soul in one day, from Zhujiajiao ancient water towns to Shanghai landmarks. Stroll Zhujiajiao’s old residences, experience Yu Garden’s imperial beauty, and feel the history in the French Concession. See the Bund’s blend of eras and ascend Shanghai Tower for stunning glass-floor views. Your tour, tailored as your way, create a wonderful day that’s uniquely yours.

• Follow our Insider's route to explore the real Shanghai.
• Observe the Old-fashioned Residences in an Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town.
• Visit famous chinese style Yu Garden for its imperial charm.
• Wander in the former French Concession with stylish buildings and the colonial history.
• Explore the Bund, blending history with modernity.
• Stand on the glass floor of the Shanghai Tower and have a bird view of the whole city.
• Customize day tour to suit your personal interests.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private Shanghai insider English Speaking tour guide
Visa waiver assistance for small groups from the cruise port for cruise passengers
Private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
Airport or cruise port pickup and drop-off (if Departing Shanghai Suburbs is selected)
Admission Tickets for Zhuajiajiao, Yu Garden
Shanghai Tower or other towers you designed. Feel free to decide on the day whether to go up, depending on the weather conditions. It costs USD20-26 per ticket.
Your insider guide will take you to try local snacks like xiaolongbao, dumplings, and Shanghai style noodles. If you prefer a more elaborate lunch, your guide will provide recommendations.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

1. Please tell us your hotel/accommodation information, and WhatsApp/phone number at the time of booking. 2. If you want to be picked up from airport/cruise port/Train station or any other place far from Shanghai center, please choose option with Surbub Departure.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Zhujiajiao Ancient Town

    Meet your Shanghai insider guide at your hotel lobby. Then transfer to Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town. Shaped like a fan, Zhujiajiao Water Town has hundreds of years of history. Thousands of examples of Ming Dynasty and Qing Dynasty architecture lie on the sides of the lakes and the 36 stone bridges retain their ancient style. Explore the charm of old bridges, antiquated architecture, and bubbling streams. Wander along the canal, stroll through the historic lanes. Later, you have a choice of taking a relaxing boat ride on the canal to take in the beautiful surroundings. Capture some fabulous photos here with your friends and family members.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Yu Garden (Yuyuan)

    Then we'll transfer back to the Shanghai city, and visit famous Chinese style garden, Yu Garden. Yuyuan Garden is located in the center of Shanghai old quarters. It was a private garden built in 1559 during the Ming Dynasty, with typical Chinese classic architecture and style. The complex covers an area of 2 hectares, with rockeries, pavilions, ponds and corridors. Wander through the decorative and calming landscapes, camera in hand, and learn about the garden’s history.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Former French Concession

    Walking along the Wukang Road which stretches 1.17 kilometers long. Originally built in 1907, the road is the representative of the typical garden style residential complex in the French Concession. On both sides of the road are plane trees and many European-style buildings built in the early 20th century, once inhabited by many celebrities.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    The Bund (Wai Tan)

    Then, continue to the Bund. This 1.5-kilometer-long embankment runs along the western bank of Huangpu River. On its west side it is the "architecture gallery" with 52 well-preserved old European style buildings. Once the major trading and commercial center of old Shanghai, the Bund has now taken on new vitality, with futuristic developments, chic restaurants, top end shops and bars offer plenty to see and do-and by night it's magic!

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Shanghai Tower

    From the Bund, you'll visit the Shanghai Tower, China's tallest building at 632 meters. You can opt for a panoramic 360-degree view of the city from the observatory (additional cost). Please note that visibility may be affected by poor weather. If you've already visited some of these places and want a different experience, consider choosing from the following attractions based on your interests: Pearl TV Tower, World Financial Center, Jinmao Tower, or the Shanghai Museum. After the tour, your guide will return you to your hotel, cruise port, or the airport.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian or gluten-free option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
  • You will receive details about the tour guide and pickup in your voucher the day before. And the tour guide will also call you via hotel or leave a message for you about pickup time the night before tour.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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