Explore Zhujiajiao’s ancient charm with a boat ride and tie-dye workshop. Discover history, culture, and cuisine on this immersive Shanghai day trip.
Explore Zhujiajiao’s ancient charm with a boat ride and tie-dye workshop. Discover history, culture, and cuisine on this immersive Shanghai day trip.
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Zhujiajiao Ancient Town - Explore the Old Town: Stroll along stone-paved streets, admire shops with wooden frames and gray-tiled roofs, and discover vendors offering rice dumplings (zongzi). Listen to snack sellers calling out in the local dialect. Experience the bustling narrow lanes and the humid air near the canals.
Dye Workshop (#275): At the…
- Zhujiajiao Ancient Town - Explore the Old Town: Stroll along stone-paved streets, admire shops with wooden frames and gray-tiled roofs, and discover vendors offering rice dumplings (zongzi). Listen to snack sellers calling out in the local dialect. Experience the bustling narrow lanes and the humid air near the canals.
Dye Workshop (#275): At the studio, observe indigo dye vats, cotton cloth, and textile process charts. Fold fabric, secure with rubber bands, and immerse in dye for 3 minutes. Feel the coarse texture of the cotton and the scent of plant-based dye. Take home your self-made 30x30cm dyed cloth.
Walk to Boat Dock: Notice red lanterns adorning shop entrances and bridges teeming with tourists. Enjoy folk songs from tea houses and the rhythmic tapping of bamboo craftsmen.
Night Boat Tour: Aboard the wooden boat, view Ming-Qing style shops, Fangsheng Bridge, and red/green laser lights from Kezhi Garden. Hear the splash of oars, the boatman’s local commentary (with simple English words), and recorded guzheng music. Experience the gentle sway of the boat and the cool, misty night breeze.

- Boat tour in the water village
- English-speaking tour guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pickup and drop off in the city center
- Boat tour in the water village
- English-speaking tour guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pickup and drop off in the city center
- Meals
- Meals
Explore the captivating Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, often called the ‘Venice of Shanghai.’ This excursion from Shanghai combines a rich historical backdrop, stunning waterways, and cultural experiences. Begin with a delightful Wupeng boat ride along the town’s charming canals, then stroll through cobblestone streets lined with traditional shops and sites…
Explore the captivating Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, often called the ‘Venice of Shanghai.’ This excursion from Shanghai combines a rich historical backdrop, stunning waterways, and cultural experiences. Begin with a delightful Wupeng boat ride along the town’s charming canals, then stroll through cobblestone streets lined with traditional shops and sites like the Qing Dynasty Post Office. Engage in a hands-on tie-dye workshop to craft a unique keepsake, and relish local Jiangnan cuisine during your leisure time for lunch. With a knowledgeable English-speaking guide and comfortable transport, this tour offers a convenient and enriching adventure.
- Discover Zhujiajiao, celebrated for its historic architecture and waterways
- Delight in a scenic boat ride and explore the town’s cobblestone streets
- Engage in a traditional tie-dye craft activity
- Enjoy local cuisine during your free time for lunch at recommended spots
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.