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15 Best Zhujiajiao Water Town Tours

The water-town escapes from Shanghai: Zhujiajiao’s canal boats and stone bridges, Suzhou’s classical gardens by bullet train and Zhouzhuang for the deeper version. Seventeen hundred years of canal town sit an hour from the skyline.

1.Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Private Day Tour

Discover Shanghai's highlights and charming Zhujiajiao Water Town with this private full-day tour, featuring personalized guides, delicious local food, and stunning city views.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Unique experience with a very professional guide; Jane took us in the most inportant sites in Shangai and was flexible to adapt the tour to our requests. The visit of Zhujiajiao Water Town was also a unique experience, started with delicious local food lunch, then…”

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2.Shanghai Private Tour: Zhujiajiao Water Town and Boat Ride

Discover the charm of Zhujiajiao Water Town on this private guided tour from Shanghai. Enjoy scenic waterways, traditional architecture, and local cuisine for a memorable half-day experience.

★ 5.0

“We had a very pleasant half-day trip with an excellent guide, a cozy boat ride and a delicious local lunch. Highly recommended to everyone, thank you Xin!”

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3.Shanghai: Zhujiajiao Private Tour w/ Boat Ride & Garden

Discover the charm of Zhujiajiao with a private tour, including boat rides and gardens, offering authentic water town experiences near Shanghai.

★ 5.0

“One of the best days out we have had in Shanghai. We are a family of 4 travelling with two small children. The transportation was comfortable and easy. Our guide Cassie was amazing! very knowledgeable, excellent with the kids and took some amazing family photos…”

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5.Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option

Discover Suzhou's stunning gardens, waterways, and historic streets on this private day trip from Shanghai, with flexible options including bullet train travel.

★ 5.0

“Melinda picked us up from our hotel and was with us in all day from navigating the crowded china trains to taking us to explaining and suggesting a beautiful lunch at a local restaurant. She walked us through and explained the gardens, and Read more”

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6.From Shanghai: Private Zhujiajiao Tour with Boat Ride

Experience Zhujiajiao's timeless charm on a private half-day tour from Shanghai, including a scenic boat ride, with knowledgeable guides and hassle-free logistics.

★ 5.0

“My tour guide Snow was the best! Very friendly, knowledgeable and in good spirits all thru the 5 hour tour. She even thought me a little Chinese. And the Tour itself was fantastic. Highly recommended!”

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7.Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train with All Inclusive Option

Discover Suzhou’s UNESCO gardens, historic canals, and charming streets on this private day trip from Shanghai. All-inclusive options enhance your experience.

★ 5.0

“Great organization and communication. Jane was very knowledgeable and attentive to our needs. Thank you for the lovely time!”

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8.Yu Garden, Old Street, Bund & Zhujiajiao Water Town Bus Tour

Discover Shanghai's top sights in one day with this guided tour—visit Yu Garden, Old Street, the Bund, and Zhujiajiao Water Town for a memorable cultural experience.

★ 4.7

“Audrey very well manage big group & disiplin always calculate the members. I like her knowledge about history every place. she always give us opportunity to question anything & helpfully to explain.”

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9.Flexible Half Day Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town with Boat Ride from Shanghai

Discover Zhujiajiao Water Town on a flexible half-day tour from Shanghai, including a boat ride, garden visit, and personalized guide for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Our guide Robert was fantastic! We did a walking tour and boat ride in Zhujiajiao. Robert was very knowledgeable about the town and the house we visited. He was very accommodating when we wanted to stop and shop and helped us comRead more”

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11.Half-Day Private Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour with Boat Ride from Shanghai

Discover the charm of Zhujiajiao Water Town on a private half-day tour from Shanghai, including a boat ride, gardens, and local sights—perfect for a cultural escape.

★ 5.0

“We had an amazing day with our tour guide David visiting the historical Water Town including a boat ride and visiting the local shops and learning about local customs, food and the history of the area. David was so knowledgeable about Shanghai and all areas…”

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12.Shanghai: All-Inclusive Suzhou Day Trip by Bullet Train

Discover Suzhou’s timeless beauty on a comprehensive day trip from Shanghai, including garden visits, a rickshaw ride, and a bullet train experience for $260.

★ 5.0

“Suzhou is an excellent destination for a one-day trip from Shanghai. It offers a completely different perspective on China and truly feels like stepping back in time. I highly recommend this tour. Our guide, Carolina, was outstanding — her English was excellent, she was very…”

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13.Shanghai: Private Shanghai & Zhujiajiao Tour with Lunch

Discover the perfect blend of history and city sights on this private Shanghai & Zhujiajiao tour. Enjoy a boat ride, gardens, and skyline views for $229.

★ 5.0

“We had an amazing time with Berlin on our tour. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. She went above and beyond for us and made sure we were having a good time. The lunch was amazing at the restaurant. I would highly recommend this tour,…”

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14.Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai Highlights Private Trip

Discover Shanghai with a private guide, exploring historic Zhujiajiao Water Town and iconic sights like the Bund and Yuyuan Garden in a personalized 8-hour tour.

★ 5.0

“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 -…”

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