Private Tour

Private Round Trip Transfer to Top 6 Water Villages of China from Shanghai City

Overview

Mobile ticket

Enjoy door-to-door service in a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your centrally located hotel in Shanghai to one of the classic water village of China: Zhujiajiao, Zhouzhuang, Tongli, Kezhi, Nanxun, Xitang or Wuzhen (choose 1 upon booking). Explore thousand-year-old water village, stroll around the alleyways, bridges, classic Chinese old houses and take a relax boat on the water canals by your own. This is a private transfer service only, all attraction fees are at your own cost.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Please wear comfortable walking shoes

Please note that your driver can't speak English, but he/she knows exactly where to take you to go. If any questions, you can contact the local operator for assistance by using the driver's mobile phone.

This is a private transfer service only, all attraction fees are at your own cost.

Tour guide is not included

Please note that your driver can't speak any English, but he/she knows exactly where to take you to go. If any questions, you can contact the local operator for assistance by using the driver's mobile phone.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Private comfortable vehicle

Round trip transfer service

Experienced driver (Chinese-speaking only)

Gratuities

Entrane fees

Tour Guide

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Your friendly private driver picks you up from Shanghai city center and transferred you to one of the following water villages of China based on your booking preference: • Zhujiajiao: with a history of more than 1,700 years and there are many sights of historic interest, such as Fangsheng Bridge, Kezhi Garden and the Yuanjin Buddhist Temple • Zhouzhuang: one of the most famous water townships in China • Tongli: with a history of more than 1,000 years • Nanxun: located in Huzhou, with a history of over 1,400 years, the town came to prominence during the Southern Song Dynasty (1127–1279) due to its prospering silk industry • Xitang: charming water town famous for Movie Mission Impossible 3 • Wuzhen: boasts more than 1,300 years of history and has always been a fertile land with abundant rice, fish and silk This comfortable transfer service is good for the travelers to enjoy an independent and the car service usage is flexible up to 8 hours and based on your preferred schedule. After your independent tour is finished, your driver will come to pick you up again and transfer you back to Shanghai city. Please note that your driver can't speak English, but he/she knows exactly where to take you to go. If any questions, you can contact the local operator for assistance by using the driver's mobile phone.

Options

Nanxun Water Town

Round trip transfer service to Nanxun Water Town from Shanghai city center. Entrance ticket is NOT included.
Pickup included

Tongli Water town

Round trip transfer service to Tongli Water Town from Shanghai city center. Entrance ticket is NOT included.
Pickup included

Wuzhen Water Town

Round trip transfer service to Wuzhen Water Town from Shanghai city center. Entrance ticket is NOT included.
Pickup included

Zhouzhuang Water Town

Round trip transfer service to Zhouzhuang Water Town from Shanghai city center. Entrance ticket is NOT included.
Pickup included

Xitang Water Town

Round trip transfer service to Xitang Water Town from Shanghai city center. Entrance ticket is NOT included.
Pickup included

Zhujiajiao Water Town

Round trip transfer service to Zhujiajiao Water Town from Shanghai city center. Entrance ticket is NOT included.
Pickup included

Reviews

4.93

14 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful trip organised by Jack from China Discovery
agnesm825,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We just returned from a China trip to Suzhou, Nanjing, Huangshan organised by Jack from China Discovery. It was very well organised & we are very happy with it. Jack has done a great job in helping us to organise. THank you kindly Jack
Easy and relaxing day trip to water town
Leanne T,
Jan 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great day trip to Tongli water town. Driver Liu easy to find and got us to our destination quickly in comfort. Great to have just us in the car. Easy to communicate with Alana via WhatsApp and Liu with translate app. Great communication to confirm tour the day prior. Would definitely recommend.
recommended!
Melissa M,
Nov 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The trip was great. The driver, Mr Wang also very nice. Although the driver can’t speak english, but we can communicate with Alana, the tour coordinator via whatsapp. Alana is very helpful in assisting us through whatsapp. Very recommended. Definitely will reorder again.
Vacation
Gabriela P,
Oct 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Just arriving in Shanghai after a very long journey we considered that private transportation will be a good option and we were not wrong. The driver was very polite and very professional. The car was clean and very well maintained. Definitely recommend this service.
Great day trip from Shanghai
Kade L,
Oct 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fast and easy transfer with a private car and driver. We went to Xitang Water Town and it was pretty magical. It was nice to get an afternoon-evening time slot, as we got to see the beautiful town during the day and night. The driver got us there fast, dropped us off at the entrance, and then picked us up when we were ready to go. Highly recommend this as a day trip from Shanghai.
Trip to Zhouzhuang
Sophia B,
Oct 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Driver was in time at hotel, driving carefully and very well. Was also in time at Pick up location for trip back to Shanghai
Nanxun Water Town: a must see. Transfer efficient.
Allan P,
Sep 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00
Nothing fancy about this transfer from Shanghai to Nanxun Water Town: driver spoke no English at all: would have been nice to interact. TIP: forget the other touristy water towns: Nanxun was terrific! Lots of Chinese & few if any tourists: easy to get around & interact with locals. TIP 2: if you are venturing outside Shanghai you need 4/5G reception: our carrier was 3G in the ‘country’ area: impossible to contact our driver via WeChat to return home. We found a wonderful lady in the Office at the front gate who understood enough English to connect us to their network to save our day. TIP 3: allow at least 2 hrs to return to Shanghai as the traffic is horrendous. Loved our day out. We rate this a 8+
A very nice and smooth experience
Tho F,
Jun 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tour was great and smooth. The activity was very well organized with Alana who helped me to coordinate with the driver which made my day easier. She is very commited to always offer you the best experience and I really appreciate that. If you want to go not far from Shanghai and change scenery, the watertowns of Zhouzhuang and Zhujiajiao are places not to be missed!
I would go again!
Lynn O,
May 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Really wonderful service. Alana the lady in charge of coordinating was really great! She was very prompt in answering all my queries and was very flexible. Cheng the driver was so nice and accommodating, and punctual. Their service was 100% and I would highly recommend them if you need to get to the watertown comfortably!
Good Experience!
Winnie N,
May 24, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Driver Huang was very punctual, professional, and courteous. The car was clean and the ride was smooth. I would definitely recommend his service!