Experience the charm of Zhujiajiao, the Venice of the East in Shanghai. Explore ancient architecture, take a wooden boat trip through canals, and learn about Chinese silk culture.
Experience the charm of Zhujiajiao, the Venice of the East in Shanghai. Explore ancient architecture, take a wooden boat trip through canals, and learn about Chinese silk culture.
- Zhujiajiao Ancient Town - Situated on the banks of Dianshan Lake in Qingpu District, China, Zhujiajiao is a historic town with over a millennium of history. It is the best-preserved ancient town in Shanghai, often referred to as the “Venice of Shanghai” due to its charming and traditional southern Chinese architecture. In 1991, the State Council…
- Zhujiajiao Ancient Town - Situated on the banks of Dianshan Lake in Qingpu District, China, Zhujiajiao is a historic town with over a millennium of history. It is the best-preserved ancient town in Shanghai, often referred to as the “Venice of Shanghai” due to its charming and traditional southern Chinese architecture. In 1991, the State Council recognized it as a “Well-Known Chinese Cultural Town.”
- Shanghai Jiangnan Silk Museum - Jiangnan Silk represents a gem in the traditional local silk weaving industry, symbolizing Chinese civilization. At this silk factory, visitors can observe the entire process of silk production and the creation of silk products.
- Entrance tickets included
- Guided by a professional
- Exclusive private tour experience
- Wooden boat ride tickets
- Special local lunch in the water town
- Comfortable transport in a private vehicle
- Entrance tickets included
- Guided by a professional
- Exclusive private tour experience
- Wooden boat ride tickets
- Special local lunch in the water town
- Comfortable transport in a private vehicle
- tips
- Gratuities
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- Gratuities
Zhujiajiao, a historic town situated in the Qingpu District of Shanghai, dates back 1,700 years and was once a significant commerce center for nearby rural areas. Many of its structures hail from the Ming and Qing eras, thus it’s often referred to as the eastern Venice. We’ve scheduled a picturesque wooden boat ride through its canals, steered by an…
Zhujiajiao, a historic town situated in the Qingpu District of Shanghai, dates back 1,700 years and was once a significant commerce center for nearby rural areas. Many of its structures hail from the Ming and Qing eras, thus it’s often referred to as the eastern Venice. We’ve scheduled a picturesque wooden boat ride through its canals, steered by an experienced oarsman. As part of the tour, you’ll savor some delicacies unique to this ancient town. Once we’ve wrapped up in Zhujiajiao, the journey continues back to Shanghai with a visit to the Silk Museum. Here, you’ll trace the transformation of a cicada pupa into silk and delve into the rich history of Chinese silk culture and merchandise.
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- Notice before Departure:
- The day before your tour departure, your tour guide will call your hotel room to inform you of your departure time before 9:00pm that evening. Alternatively, the tour guide will leave a message for you if you are not in your hotel. If you have not received any contact from your guide, you can call our tour manager emergency number to confirm your time.
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.
