Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai Highlights: An Economic and Flexible Private Trip

Experience the best of Shanghai and the charming water village of Zhujiajiao on this economic and flexible private trip. Choose from options of a Chinese or English speaking driver, or an English walk-in guide and driver.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Zhujiajiao Ancient Town - Meet the driver at the hotel lobby. After an hour’s drive, arrive at Zhujiajiao Water Village and begin an exciting sightseeing tour of this 1700-year-old water town. Explore its charming canals, rivers, and the expansive Dian Shan Lake. Enjoy shopping, strolling, and exploring this beautiful village with a relaxing boat…
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • English speaking driver
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Transport by air-conditioned Car or minivan
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Other Entrance ticket
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Airport pick up and drop off
Additional Information

Discover the vibrant city of Shanghai and the charming water village of Zhujiajiao in the suburbs.
Enjoy a simple, efficient, flexible, and cost-effective way to explore Shanghai and the Zhujiajiao water village.
Option 1: Chinese-speaking Driver
A professional driver will meet you at your hotel and ensure a smooth journey to each destination….

Location
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
No.36 Meizhou Road, Qingpu District, Zhujiajiao Town
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(78 Ratings)
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F2767yljessicap
Apr 6, 2026
Great day and tour - Our guide Eric, was really informative and very knowledgeable. The day was great. He was very kind to ensure we got food that was appropriate for our dietary needs for lunch. I would 100% recommend this tour for anyone who wants a bespoke day tailored to your needs. I would definitely do this touch again if I am ever in Shanghai again!! Thanks Eric.
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F8146mvlanak
Apr 5, 2026
Shanghai – the second city on my China journey! ✨ - Of course, I couldn’t resist booking another private tour. A huge thank you to Alana and Mary for organizing it and creating such unforgettable experiences! 💖 Dear travelers, if you’re planning a trip to Shanghai – I highly recommend this tour! 🏙️🌟
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K8521ivmarinao
Mar 25, 2026
A perfect day exploring Zhujiajiao and Shanghai highlights - We had a really great day on the Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai Highlights Private Trip with Eric and can highly recommend this tour. Exploring the charming water town of Zhujiajiao with its canals, old buildings, and relaxed atmosphere was a wonderful experience, and seeing Shanghai’s highlights like the Bund and Yuyuan Garden made the day even more special. He is incredibly knowledgeable and explained everything in excellent English, which made the tour both interesting and easy to follow. We learned so much throughout the day, but it never felt overwhelming. What we liked most was how relaxed and flexible everything was. Eric shared a lot of information, but he was also always open to our wishes and happy to include things we were especially interested in. Lunch was delicious, and even though we saw a lot, the whole day felt smooth, stress-free, and very enjoyable. Eric is a fantastic guide — friendly, professional, and easy to spend the day with. He made this tour a memorable experience for us.
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593olavl
Jun 14, 2025
A day well spent in Shanghai - We had a great day with our guide, Mary. She took us to a nice watertown which was well worth the visit. We were there early morning which meant the streets was not too crowded. Afterwards we drove to the places we wanted to see after our own liking. Mary was speaking good English and had a lot of knowledge.
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Michael_m
Apr 29, 2025
Sophie is a 5 star tour guide! Book the trip - Our driver Mr Mou was amazing. Our guide Sophie was exceptional. She was so knowledgeable and friendly. Her English was top notch. We had a wonderful day with her and she took the time to understand what we wanted to see. We were able to get so much more out of our day by having Sophie with us. If you are in Shanghai definitely book a tour with Sophie. The only thing is make sure that your hotel is within the pick up zone. Confirm with them that it is. They will still accommodate you if you are outside the zone, it will just cost a little more for the extra time. But don’t let that stop you. We had a great day with Sophie!
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890maggies
Apr 10, 2025
Best Shanghai Driver and Tour Guide of 2025! - We had the absolute pleasure of touring Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai with Tom, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Tom was incredibly friendly, kind, and full of knowledge about the area's rich history and culture. Our first day started with a stroll through Old City Shanghai before heading out to the picturesque Zhujiajiao Water Town. The scenery was breathtaking, and Tom brought the town to life with fascinating stories and insights. We capped off the afternoon with a lovely tea break that gave us time to soak it all in. The second day was just as special—we explored the charming French Quarter, visited the serene Jade Buddha Temple, and returned once more to Old City Shanghai to catch a few things we missed the first time around. One of the highlights of the tour was simply spending time with Tom. We shared two meals together, had meaningful conversations, and laughed all day. His warmth and enthusiasm made the experience feel like we were exploring with a close friend rather than just a guide. Tom is an amazing guide and truly made our trip memorable. We can’t recommend him highly enough!
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Stellas2112
Apr 10, 2025
Traveling with Ease and Care with elderly mama - thanks to tom! - We had a wonderful experience with Tom as our tour guide. He was punctual, friendly, and incredibly caring throughout our trip. We were traveling with my elderly mother, and Tom showed such patience and attentiveness, always making sure she was comfortable and enjoying herself. He took us to interesting places, yummy lunch, shared great insights, and never rushed us — we were able to truly relax and take everything in at our own pace. Tom went above and beyond to ensure we had a smooth, stress-free experience. I would highly recommend Tom to anyone looking for a thoughtful, reliable, and engaging tour guide. He made our trip truly memorable!
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Thamar
Jan 17, 2025
Impressive and educational - We had Tom as our guide. He showed us places we wouldn't have found ourselves. He was very friendly and reserved and told us a lot about Chinese culture and history. He also gave us great tips for the design of the next days. Thank you so much!
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Fatimayousef
Nov 9, 2024
Incredible!!! - Very nice experience!!! Really enjoyed it and Mary was very helpful and friendly where she took us to many places …………….
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Atanasio_g
Nov 6, 2024
Great experience - Tom is a great driver, very friendly, knows the city very well and China in general, he is very proficient in English which is rare to find in China. He picked me up at the exact agreed time and the tour went really smoothly - he also gave me some recommendations for the rest of the trip that were really valuable so would definitely recommend the experience. You can probably go to some of the places by yourself but it was so much more convenient to have a driver like Tom, also you can personalize it if you want/need
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From $41
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).