Shanghai: Zhouzhuang Water Town Guided Day Trip

Cruise its ancient canals by traditional boat, visit historic bridges and grand mansions, sip Chinese tea, and enjoy a live Suzhou Pingtan performance for an authentic Jiangnan cultural experience.
Explore Zhouzhuang, celebrated as "China's No.1 Water Town," where ancient bridges, winding canals, and centuries-old residences paint a living picture of Jiangnan's timeless elegance. Your journey begins at the iconic Double Bridges — Shide Bridge and Yongan Bridge — the very inspiration behind Chen Yifei's masterpiece Memories of Hometown. Wander through Zhang Hall, a Ming-Dynasty official's residence, marveling at its unique design where boats pass straight through the courtyard. Stroll along charming alleyways and discover Fu'an Bridge, the only bridge-tower combined structure in town, offering panoramic views of the water town's serene landscape. Visit Shen Hall, the grand former residence of Shen Wansan's descendants, and step into the world of Jiangnan's wealthiest families. Then, relax at Shen Hall Tea House, savoring fragrant local tea while immersed in the enchanting melodies of Suzhou Pingtan — a centuries-old art of musical storytelling unique to this region. The highlight of your day: a traditional hand-rowed wooden boat ride, gliding through grid-pattern canals, passing beneath stone arches, and drifting past whitewashed homes reflected in gentle ripples. It is the quintessential experience of "small bridges, flowing water, and riverside homes."

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This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.