Tongli Water Town + Shanghai Evening Skyline Private Day Tour
Private, food-focused Shanghai Water Towns Tour
Discover two sides of Shanghai in one day. Start with a private trip to Tongli Water Town, wandering its peaceful canals, stone bridges and traditional lanes. After returning to Shanghai in the late afternoon, enjoy a guided city walking tour through historic districts and modern landmarks. End the day with a stunning panoramic evening view of the Shanghai skyline from a hidden viewing platform by the bund.

Tour Highlights:
Taste authentic Shanghai Dumpling Tasting at hand-picked eateries
Take a traditional rowing boat ride through the scenic canals of Tongli Water Town
Explore the UNESCO-listed Tui Si Yuan Garden, a beautifully preserved classical garden in Tongli
Discover hidden photo spots, backstreets and boutique shops on a guided Shanghai city walk
Enjoy a panoramic night view of the Shanghai skyline and the Bund from a open-air, 360° rooftop observation deck
Experience a private full-day Shanghai + Tongli Water Town tour with flexible timing
Tour Itinerary:
All times outlined below are approximates as the tour is a private tour, time is flexible & subject to change
- 11:30 am: Meet at your Shanghai Hotel
- 11:50 am – 12:30 pm: Shanghai Dumpling Lunch
- 12:30 pm – 1:50 pm: Transfer to Tongli Water Town
- 1:50 am – 4:30 pm: Explore Tongli Water Town & Tusiyuan Garden (Including a rowing boat ride)
- 4:30 pm – 5:50 pm: Return to Shanghai
- 5:50 pm – 6:50 pm: Shanghai North Bund City Walk
- 7:00 pm – 7:40 pm: Shanghai evening skyline view from the Stage at SMP Shanghai Magnolia Plaza
- 8:00 pm: Drop off at your Shanghai Hotel/END OF TOUR

Pricing:
Please note, if you have a larger group visiting, please contact us to inquire about corresponding pricing.
Tour Inclusion:
Private Transportation Service:
- All petrol/gas, van rental, highway tolls, parking fees & driver’s fees throughout entire tour route as above;




Entrance/Attraction Fees:
- All entrance tickets per the above activities requiring entrance fees;
Tour Guiding Fees:
- Professional (Fully-licensed) English speaking tour guide;
Meals:
- Shanghai Dumplings Lunch;
Tour Exclusions:
Meals not mentioned in the inclusions:
- Breakfasts & Dinner
Gratuities:
- Please note, we don’t require ‘x’ amount to be paid by clients on a daily basis to tour guide/driver or force tipping. However, gratuities are greatly appreciated at the conclusion of tour by guide/driver only if service is excellent.
Other:
- Accommodations
- Flights/trains,
- Travel insurance – strongly recommended
- Any personal expenses during tour;
Detailed Tour Itinerary:
Begin your private tour with a taste of authentic Shanghai snack as your guide takes you to a local dumpling restaurant loved by residents for lunch. After that, travel to Tongli Water Town, one of the most picturesque ancient canal towns that’s also been called as the’Venice of China‘ with over 1500 years of history. Explore Tongli’s peaceful stone bridges, narrow lanes and traditional riverside homes, and enjoy a relaxing rowing boat ride through its scenic waterways.
Return to Shanghai in the late afternoon for a guided North Bund City Walk, where you’ll discover hidden photo spots, historic warehouses and impressive riverside views. As evening falls, your guide will lead you to The Stage at SMP Shanghai Magnolia Plaza, a lesser-known but spectacular panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Shanghai skyline and the Bund.
Your full-day experience concludes with a comfortable private transfer back to your Shanghai hotel.


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