Top Eastern China Gondola Rides

Head to the town of Zhaojialou just outside Shanghai’s city center and explore a real Chinese water village on this half-day private tour. Discover the origins of Shanghai agriculture and learn about the history and culture of this ancient town. Sit down to a delicious lunch or early dinner and take a relaxing boat ride along the canals to get a different perspective of the town.

Winding canals, historical buildings, and classic gardens earned Suzhou its nickname as the "Venice of the East." Explore Suzhou's must-see sights and hidden enclaves from Shanghai on a private full-day tour. It includes a guide and transfers by your choice of private car, bullet train, or a combination of the two. Upgrade to add lunch, a boat ride, and entrance fees to a garden, to suit your needs and budget.

Explore two attractions on one private day tour: The water town of Zhujiajiao and the highlights of Shanghai. Travel to Zhujiajiao, an ancient town of canals and Ming- and Qing-dynasty buildings. In Shanghai, you can visit your choice of attractions based on your interests, such as the Bund, Yu Garden, or Jade Buddha Temple. Upgrade to add meals or a gondola ride to your itinerary.

Make the most of your time and visit two historic water towns in just one day on this private guided tour from Shanghai. Streamline your logistics with pickup and private transfers and enjoy the flexibility to customize your itinerary to your interests. Visit a classic garden, historic temple, a silk factory, or other scenic area in Suzhou, then explore the stone bridges, alleys, and canals of Zhujiajiao.

Visit the water town of Zhouzhuang — known as the 'Venice of the East’ — and admire its Ming and Qing dynasty architecture on visits to two grand historic residences and a scenic gondola cruise along its waterways. On this 5-hour tour, your guide takes you through the vast old Zhang House and Shen House. Admire the picturesque courtyards, arcades and rooms in the stately homes. The town combines other-worldly landscapes and stunning architecture, making it one of China’s top destinations and an easy trip from Shanghai.

Say goodbye to language hassles and hello to two of eastern China’s most beautiful ancient water towns on this door-to-door private full-day tour from Shanghai. Stroll cobbled paths and ancient bridges in 1,300-year-old Wuzhen, enjoy a leisurely cruise, and feast on a local lunch. Then transfer to historic Xitang for a spectacular sunset, a riverside dinner, and a walk through timeless streets.

Enjoy a full day excursion to one of the best-preserved ancient water town Nanxun, located in Huzhou city Zhejiang province. With about 750 years history, this town boasts both the traditional ancient residences as well as the unique western style buildings from few centuries ago. Explore different charming attractions in the town to appreciate its culture, history and custom with your local guide. Upgrade the tour with a delightful local lunch and relaxing gondola ride along the ancient canal. Exclusive private tour ensures a more flexible and personal experience.

Travel to Shanghai’s outskirts to visit traditional Qibao and the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao. Take in Zhujiajiao, which sits next to the Dianpu River. Stroll over stone bridges and past old buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, then take a sightseeing cruise on a traditional wooden boat. After lunch, continue to Qibao, an ancient town which features historic buildings, a pretty canal and small lanes filled with interesting shops. Your tour includes private guide and transportation, entrance tickets, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

A scenic boat ride takes you from the modern world to 1,700 years ago. Along the way, enjoy views of lush landscapes, rice paddies, and charming countryside. Photogenic gardens, temples, shops, or restaurants lining watercourses and bridges invite you to appreciate the beauty at a leisurely pace. The abundance of water also supports time-honor handicrafts, including embroidery, pottery, wood carving, or jewelry adorned with freshwater pearls. Here, locals gather fresh ingredients directly from the water and land, encouraging you to savor delightful Bites & Sips. You have the option to add a hands-on dumpling-making experience, providing a fun way to explore the cultural significance and culinary delights of this iconic dish. Enjoy a worry-free experience with your knowledgeable tour guide and convenient transportation options.

Save time on this combination tour of Shanghai and the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao on the outskirts of the city. In the company of just your party and a private guide, travel to Zhujiajiao for a boat ride and tea tasting, before returning to Shanghai city to explore some off-the-beaten-path places missed by most visitors.

Shanghai may be large, but even this massive metropolis has its green patches. Spend part of the day picking fresh fruit in Zhaotun Village, known as the "hometown of the strawberry," on this private 6-hour tour from Shanghai, and then tour the famous Zhujiajiao Water Village. This tour also includes an organic lunch at a farmer's home and can be customized to suit your interests. In addition, boat ride and local lunch at a local farmer’s home are also inclusive.

Explore the towns of Fengjing and Xitang on this all-day private tour from Shanghai. First, wander the streets of Fengjing before taking a relaxing boat ride. Following that, head to the town of Xitang where you’ll enjoy dinner at a riverside restaurant. Plus, taste the local rice wine and beer during your night out.

Many travelers add watertowns to their bucket list when visiting China, but sadly, many have become overly commercialized and turned into tourist traps. We believe a true watertown should still be a living community, where locals sell home-cooked food and greet visitors in their native Shanghainese dialect. We've found the perfect hidden gem for you. Join us on this guided tour to discover the authentic charm of FengJing Watertown, one of Shanghai's best-kept secrets. Tour highlights: 1. Discover an authentic watertown filled with local character. 2. Cruise through picturesque waterways on a private boat. 3. Enjoy a flavorful local specialty lunch and enjoy delicious street snacks. 4. Explore a historical site and a bunker system from the Mao era. 5. Tour a traditional Chinese mansion that once belonged to a wealthy family. 6. Learn captivating stories about a national champion from the imperial exams. 7. Take home a memorable souvenir.

Explore Zhujiajiao with a private guide on this tour from Shanghai. With your dedicated guide, take a boat ride down the town's small canals and visit the KeZhi Garden. This private tour ensures personalized attention and a flexible schedule.

The ancient water towns around the Yangtze Delta are simply magical—but seeing more than one in a day is hard on public transport. This tour, with a private guide and driver, whisks you direct from your hotel to 1,300-year-old Wuzhen for lunch and an afternoon exploring its canals and bridges on boat and foot. Reach scenic Xitang for sunset, a riverside dinner, and a stroll through the illuminated streets.

Explore beautiful Suzhou and the famous water village Tongli in this private day trip from Shanghai. Accompanied by your profession private guide, and visit the top attractions based on your interests in Suzhou such as Humble Administrator's Garden, historical Pingjiang Road and etc.. In addition, visit Tuisi Garden (Retreat & Reflection Garden) and enjoy a relaxing boat ride in Tongli water village.

See some of the beauty Zhujiajiao has to offer with this 8-hour tour of the water town, and then end your night watching an acrobat show in Shanghai. Wander along the canal in Zhujiajiao, and take in beautiful views of the garden homes and scenery before going on a boat ride. Then see acrobats perform dances and martial arts moves in this fun show.