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Nestled amidst the tranquil waterways and boasting the poetic moniker "Pearl Stream," Zhujiajiao, with a history spanning over 1,700 years, stands as the most impeccably preserved among Shanghai's four ancient water towns. Embark on a captivating half-day tour led by your knowledgeable local guide, as you venture into the heart of this enchanting town. Discover the charm of ancient bridges gracefully spanning lively streams, wander along tree-lined canals, and marvel at courtyard-style houses that narrate tales of a bygone era. Escape the bustling pace of the modern metropolis, surrender to the allure of Zhujiajiao, and relish the leisure, antiquity, and tranquility that define this quaint town.
Duration: 6-7 hours
Attractions(Cities):
Fangsheng Bridge, North Street, Xi's Hall, Deep Lanes and Quiet Alleys, Boat Ride (Optional), Kezhi Garden
Pick-up point:
Your hotel in Shanghai (based on your requirement)
Finishing point:
Your hotel in Shanghai (based on your requirement)
Tour Customizable:
Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry)
Payment Types:
Cash, Wire, Paypal, WesternUnion, Wechat, Alipay
Available: Daily
Discover the allure of Zhujiajiao, a charming water town located just a short distance from the bustling urban landscape of Shanghai. Contrasting sharply with the modernity of Shanghai city, Zhujiajiao exudes a traditional atmosphere enriched with a deep cultural heritage and simple folk customs.
With a history dating back five thousand years to the Liangzhu period, Zhujiajiao has been a hub of human activity for millennia. Over 1700 years ago, during the Three Kingdoms period, village fairs added to its cultural tapestry. By the Ming Dynasty, Zhujiajiao had transformed into a thriving market town, teeming with thousands of merchants and adorned with the vibrant spectacle of fireworks. Today, Zhujiajiao stands as a living testament to its historical journey, offering visitors a glimpse into its rich past and the enduring charm of a quintessential Chinese water town.
Begin your day with a convenient pick-up from your Shanghai hotel by our expert guide, fluent in English and deeply knowledgeable about Zhujiajiao's rich history. They will greet you with a "Your Way Holiday" welcome sign and provide a detailed overview of the day's itinerary, ensuring a seamless start to your exploration of this ancient water town.
Upon arrival in Zhujiajiao, your journey commences at the iconic Fangsheng Bridge. Built during the Yuan Dynasty, this ancient stone bridge is not only a marvel of architecture but also a crucial link over the Cao Gang River for centuries. Your guide will share captivating stories of its historical significance, architectural intricacies, and its pivotal role in Zhujiajiao's transformation into a thriving water town.
Embark on a leisurely stroll along North Street, Zhujiajiao's bustling main thoroughfare adorned with traditional shops, teahouses, and lively markets. As you explore, your guide will illuminate the street's historical importance, uncover hidden treasures, and reveal insights into the town's commercial evolution. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere and understand how North Street has shaped Zhujiajiao's cultural identity over time.
Step into Xi's Hall, a Qing Dynasty residence that stands as a testament to traditional Chinese architecture and cultural heritage. Once home to the influential Xi family, this well-preserved mansion showcases exquisite wood carvings, elegant courtyards, and cultural artifacts. Your guide will narrate the family's history, their contributions to Zhujiajiao's growth, and the architectural details that reflect their social status, offering a glimpse into ancient aristocratic life.
Indulge in a delightful lunch at a local eatery, guided by your knowledgeable companion who will help navigate the menu for an authentic taste of Zhujiajiao. Sample a variety of local delicacies such as specialty rice dumplings(zongzi), filled with savory ingredients and wrapped in bamboo leaves, and scallion oil noodles, renowned for their aromatic flavors and satisfying texture. This culinary journey promises to enrich your understanding of Zhujiajiao's gastronomic traditions and distinctive regional flavors.
Explore Zhujiajiao's enchanting Deep Lanes and Quiet Alleys, venturing off the beaten path to discover hidden courtyards, ancient residences, and serene gardens. Led by your guide, delve into narrow passages where each alleyway holds stories of architectural styles, community dynamics, and cultural customs that have shaped Zhujiajiao's character over centuries.
(Optional) Embark on a scenic boat ride along Zhujiajiao's picturesque waterways, offering panoramic views of ancient stone bridges and riverside homes. Delve deeper into the town's aquatic heritage as your guide shares tales of water transport's role in Zhujiajiao's economic prosperity and cultural identity. Relax in the tranquil ambiance and gain a deeper appreciation for the town's interconnected canal system.
Conclude your day at Kezhi Garden, a meticulously designed classical garden that embodies traditional Chinese landscaping principles. Wander through pavilions, rockeries, and lotus ponds while your guide explains the garden's symbolic elements and architectural layout. Gain insights into Chinese horticulture and appreciate the harmony between human craftsmanship and natural beauty within this serene oasis.
Enjoy leisure time for shopping in Zhujiajiao's vibrant markets and boutique shops, guided by your companion's recommendations for locally-made crafts and unique souvenirs. Immerse yourself in the town's bustling atmosphere, interact with locals, and take home treasures that encapsulate Zhujiajiao's cultural heritage.
As the day concludes, your guide will ensure your safe return to your Shanghai hotel, providing seamless transportation and reflecting on the day's discoveries. Throughout the tour, their expertise, personalized anecdotes, and attentive service will enrich your Zhujiajiao experience, leaving you with cherished memories of this ancient water town.
Price Per Person in US Dollars
Duration：3 Days, 2 Nights
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Tour Style：Book this Shanghai Vacation Packages: 3-Day Shanghai Essential with Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour experience Shanghai's most incredible city attractions and the remarkable "Oriental Venice" water town Zhujiajiao with your knowledgeable local shanghai tour guide. This private tour is particularly designed for first-time travelers to Shanghai to get an insight into its people, culture, history and the dynamic urban life.
Duration：5 Days, 4 Nights
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Tour Style："Above there is heaven, below are Suzhou and Hangzhou." This 5-day Suzhou Hangzhou private tour from Shanghai will help you burst through the language barrier and get the absolute most out of Hangzhou and Suzhou with a priavte vehicle and knowledgeable tour guide. You will not only enjoy the tranquil west lake and beautiful scenery, learn about the history, admire Chinese classic gardens and get an insight of their people. What a wonderful tour experience you'll have!
Duration：6-8 hours
Attractions(Cities)：Twin Bridges, Old Drama Stage, Shen House, Zhang House, Fuan Bridge, South Lake
Tour Style：Zhouzhuang water village is renowned as one of the most famous water townships in China. This private guided tour from Shanghai to Zhouzhuang offers you an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, allowing you to experience the tranquil charm and preserved traditions of this historic area. Accompanied by your knowledgeable guide, stroll amid the botanical beauty of Zhouzhuang's gardens, appreciate the well-preserved ancient residential houses, and enjoy the serene watery views that have captivated visitors for centuries. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Zhouzhuang as you explore its winding waterways and picturesque bridges, discovering why this ancient village continues to enchant travelers from around the world.
Duration：6-8 hours
Attractions(Cities)：Residential Houses, Tuisi Garden, the Pearl Tower, Ancient Bridges
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Duration：6-8 hours
Attractions(Cities)：the Bridges of Xitang, the Corridors of Xitang, the lanes of Xitang, the Houses of Xitang
Tour Style：Put language and transport worries aside on this private tour as you enjoy seamless door-to-door service in a comfortable private vehicle driven by a courteous driver from your Shanghai hotel to Xitang Water Town. Immerse yourself in the charm of this ancient water town with visits to cobbled streets, old buildings steeped in history, and bridges arching gracefully over tranquil canals. Watch rowing boats gently glide along the river and listen to locals singing folk songs, offering a glimpse into the authentic daily life of Xitang. This comprehensive tour ensures you experience the essence of Xitang's cultural heritage, making for a memorable exploration away from the hustle and bustle of Shanghai.
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Lisa guided me and two of my friends on a tour of Zhujiajiao Water Town during the epidemic (Shanghai is under contol and open for tourism), with a couple of additional stop in the French Concession area on our way back to the hotel. Lisa is simply an amazing tour guide. She is incredibly knowledgeable of Chinese history, and we learned so much - particularly about Shanghai - during the course of our trip to and from Zhujiajiao. Her English is perfect, which is a huge bonus for those of us who don't speak a word of Mandarin. She provided us with one of our very best travel experiences, and I can't recommend Lisa highly enough. Thanks for Sam's China Private Tours in Shanghai taking care of us during the tour during the epidemic.
Highly recommend visiting Zhujiajiao if you want to see how the Chinese people lived in the past. My friend and I had a wonderful time on our trip to Zhujiajiao From Shanghai. We thought your service was the perfect way to get an introduction to this beautiful water town. It was nice to leave all the details to the trip and to be able to relax and enjoy the trip. We thought the journey was an excellent value.
Our guide, Tom, was polite, helpful, and very knowledgeable. Tom was able to provide the background on everything we were seeing - e.g., the fung shui elements in the gardens, the traditional tea service for business meetings, how the Chinese postal system worked in its early years, etc. His knowledge really helped enrich our visit.
The door-to-door service was so convenient and Tom was prepared with all the admittance tickets that we needed to enter Zhujiajiao, visit the gardens, go on a boat ride, etc. He also recommended good spots to grab a bite (and places to avoid). It would have taken us much more time to arrange everything ourselves.
We have already recommended your tour to several of our friends. Our compliments on a well-run service!
Most tours have pick up in downtown Shanghai. For a nominal extra, we were picked up at the Cruise Terminal which is 17 miles out of town. Autumn, our guide, met us at the ship terminal and provided a wonderful excursion for us. Her English was very good and he was knowledgeable and enthused as she explained local customs and information about the sites we visited. She took us to a local eatery for lunch and the food was excellent. This tour can be highly recommended.
Autumn and her driver made sure that we were able to visit every place we wanted and also included a change in the original plan at our request. We were dropped off and picked up at each destination so it made everything so easy. Autumn was charming and gave so much information throughout the entire tour. Tickets were included in the tour which enabled us to avoid queues and also we were taken for lunch with Autumn where we had the best traditional meal of our entire trip. We would definitely recommend this tour, Autumn and her driver were organised and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. We felt we fulfilled many sights that we would not have been able to achieve without them! Well worth the money!
Very perfect organization on our tour! We had an amazing time in Zhujiajiao with our guide, Autumn. She was very informative and punctual. She asked a lot of questions about what we liked about tailored the tour to us. We included lunch when we purchased and lunch was delicious with local dishes that Autumn ordered for us. The boat ride was neat and such a great city to walk around. Weather was rainy, which was probably also a deterrent. Overall an amazing trip.
I want to write here to share my recent experience with Shanghai Private Tour. It was a very smooth and wonderful trip from beginning to the end. More specifically I would like to high praise to my tour guide Autumn. I was picked up from my hotel, and the guide show me aroung Zhujiajiao water town in a friend's way to tell me lots of local lifestyle, facts and culture. I also had special dietary needs and she made sure that I had a delicious lunch. What a lovely person. You could not be in better hands.
I highly recommend you to join this day tour and check out the tranquil beauty of Shangai in one day!
Our guide David was excellent and really made the tour a very positive experience. He is very informative and knows the town inside and out.
Zhoujiajiao is a must see in Shanghai! The atmosphere is peaceful compared to the big city and the local food is delicious! The shopping is great and the prices are lower than you will find in the downtown.
Fantastic tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with our very friendly and knowledgeable guide Tom. Tom was just awesome. He is a gentleman. He is intelligent and very informative. He added to my general knowledge. We really got a feel of how life in Shanghai was in the past Very efficient and well organised tour.