9:00AM: Pick up from your hotel in Shanghai and depart for Zhujiajiao (approx. 1-hour drive).

11:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Zhujiajiao Exploration

• Stroll Through Historic Alleys & Bridges

  • Wander cobblestone lanes like North Street (Beidajie), lined with Ming-Qing dynasty shops and residences.

  • Admire iconic landmarks:

  • Fangsheng Bridge: The town’s largest stone arch bridge, offering panoramic canal views.

  • Kezhi Garden: A classical Jiangnan-style garden blending pavilions, lotus ponds, and rockeries.

  • Buddhist Temple (Yuanjin Temple): A serene spiritual retreat with intricate carvings.

• Savor Local Delicacies

  • Indulge in authentic water-town flavors:

  • Zongzi (sticky rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves).

  • Braised pork hoof or Zhujiajiao zharou (slow-cooked soy-braised pork).

  • Sweet Osmanthus rice cakes or candied lotus root.

  • Visit teahouses like Mingqing Street Teahouse for freshly brewed tea paired with canal views.

• Cultural & Shopping Highlights

  • Explore Zhujiajiao Post Office, one of China’s oldest operating post offices, to send a vintage-style postcard.

  • Capture photos in traditional Hanfu attire at rental studios (optional).

• Scenic Gondola Cruise (not included in the price)

  • Glide along the tranquil Caogang River or crisscrossing canals aboard a traditional wooden boat.

  • Choose your route: Opt for a short public ferry ride or a private gondola for a more intimate experience.

  • Marvel at reflections of ancient stone bridges, waterside pavilions, and willow-draped banks.

4:00 PM: Depart Zhujiajiao and return to Shanghai.

5:00 PM: Drop-off at your preferred downtown location (hotel or central area).