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Private Fengjing and Xitang Water Town Sunset Boating Tour with Dinner from Shanghai
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Private Fengjing and Xitang Water Town Sunset Boating Tour with Dinner from Shanghai

By Shanghai Melody
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Duration: 8–9 hours
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Live guide: Chinese, English
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  • Dinner
  • Boat ride in Fengjing
  • Professional private guide
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • All entrance fees
  • Entry/Admission - Fengjing Ancient Town
  • Entry/Admission - Xitang Ancient Town
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expense


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Your centrally-located hotel in Shanghai
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 30693P19

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • Children must be accompanied by an adult
        • Please wear comfortable walking shoes
        • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
        • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 30693P19

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        • Shanghai Melody
          272
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          Joined in February 2016
        • BSCArk67
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great afternoon in Shanghai!
          Sophie was great. We walked through Yu Garden, a quick stop at the Bund and a trip to the top of Shanghai Tower. Sophie is very knowledgeable about the area, the buildings, the history I had a super trip. And she assisted with setting up my ride to the airport. 1000% would recommend.
          Written October 20, 2024
        • 711tracyl
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Visit to ancient Shanghai
          We booked this trip after two other fantastic experiences with our tour guide Penny. It was an incredible trip to see the old Shanghai way of life and it couldn’t have been more interesting and cool to see. Our guide Penny shared a lot of historical parts to the town and led us through a former house turned museum as well as showing us around the streets with shops, restaurants, We loved Penny. She was super knowledgeable and also fun to hang out with. She shared so much about old and new Shanghai life. I would highly recommend this trip.
          Written October 6, 2024
        • 711tracyl
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing Cooking Experience
          We did the this in-home cooking tour with Penny (our tour guide) and loved it!! First we visited a grocery store where locals shop. Saw and sampled some unique foods. From there we went to a lovey gated apartment complex where the cooking class was held at “Shanghai Mama’s” nicely-appointed apartment. We had an incredible first-hand demonstration and hands-on cooking experiences (made dumplings together from scratch) and watched a couple other local cooking techniques. Following that we had a meal together. Hard to match this intimate look at life in the country. I would highly recommend this tour!!
          Written October 6, 2024
        • Gilbert S
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent Tour Guide for Shanghai
          Penny was absolutely wonderful. We walked thru the French Concession area and adjacent neighborhoods and learned alot about the history of China, Shanghai and the current issues facing Chinese living in Shanghai. Penny spoke excellent English and helped us plan other things he to do in Shanghai. She went out of her way to show us how to navigate the subway which turned out to be great way to get around. Overall, Penny deserved a six!!!
          Written October 2, 2024
        • 711tracyl
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Exceptional French Concession Tour
          We booked a private tour of the French Concession neighborhood and loved it!! Our tour guide Penny was extremely knowledgeable about the history and life in this formerly European neighborhood. We visited historic buildings and also walked through parts of the old neighborhood for additional glimpses of what life was like then and now. We totally enjoyed our day touring with Penny and booked her for two additional tours the following days. I would highly recommend this tour and tour guide!
          Written October 1, 2024
        • Norman J
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Morning introduction tour of Shanghai
          Penny, our tour guide, was excellent. She’s knowledgeable, very pleasant to be with and well organised. I would recommend her to anyone interested in taking the tour. You will not be disappointed.
          Written September 15, 2024
        • 823arnabb
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          A quick yet fruitful stay in Shanghai
          "I had an amazing experience, all thanks to Cassey. Though only a morning slot was available, which meant an early start, it turned out to be an incredibly rewarding experience. Cassey’s extensive knowledge of all the places we visited was truly impressive. She was not only well-informed but also made the entire day enjoyable with her friendly and approachable demeanor. She was extremely helpful and flexible, adjusting plans effortlessly to ensure we got the most out of the experience. Her professionalism, combined with a genuine passion for what she does, made the day unforgettable. I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and personable guide."
          Written September 14, 2024
        • Meander802234
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Very knowledge guide
          Careful planning; Carefully designed; Strive to implement; Customer comes first. The tour guide is interested in Suzhou's local mountains and waters; A grass and a tree; Ming sheng gu Ji; Legends of past dynasties are well-versed and memorable. It is worth recommending to anyone who wants to visit Suzhou.
          Written September 10, 2024
        • 740maxines
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent tour guide
          A true walking nugget of information, Kelly is a guide through and through. We asked her so many questions and she handled them with grace, don't miss up on an opportunity to get local knowledge. Her English is commendable and she is perfectly amiable with uncomfortable questions. Suzhou was a great day trip, well worth while if you are in Shanghai and want a quick escape from the city.
          Written August 27, 2024
        • edimirr2017
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Would definitely recommend. The best way to know Shanghai and its history.
          Penny was extremely knowledgeable and kind. She told us so many interesting facts and stories about the city and its history. This tour was an amazing way to get to know really know Shanghai.
          Written August 17, 2024
        • j0sinm
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing historic and cultural experience
          We had an incredible tour of Shanghai with our guide, Penny. She was exceptionally thorough and knowledgeable, making our visit to the city both educational and enjoyable. Our first stop was the stunning Yu Garden, where Penny shared fascinating insights into its history and architecture. She then took us to the serene Jade Temple, providing detailed explanations of its significance and the intricacies of its design. For lunch, Penny recommended a delightful spot in the French Concession, where we savored delicious local cuisine in a charming setting. Her suggestions and expertise truly enhanced our experience, making it a memorable day in Shanghai. We highly recommend Penny for anyone looking to explore the city's rich culture and history.
          Written June 27, 2024
        • RahulJagtiani
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          An awesome half day experience
          We had an amazing time with our guide Penny who took us around Shanghai. She was extremely professional, knowledgeable and had a very good itinerary planned out for us. Definitely recommend doing this tour if you have time in Shanghai!
          Written June 1, 2024
        • lawrencec797
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Open Your Eyes and See Old and New Shanghai
          Ms. Penny met me at my hotel, she helped me craft an agenda, and then we were off on a fantastic, informative, and fun tour of Shanghai. Riding the Metro and walking, I not only saw highlights of Shanghai but learned a lot of very interesting history along the way. Ms. Penny is the definition of a professional guide: knowledgeable, fun, engaging, and she taught me about using Alipay for payments and using taxis in China. I wanted to see an out-of-the-way propaganda poster museum and she not only got me there but she fully explained the nuances of the posters from pre-Maoist times until the present. This was a master class by a true, highly talented professional guide. I absolutely recommend this tour whether you know what you want to see or are looking for tips and suggestions. Ms. Penny is amazing.
          Written May 17, 2024
        • V5677NTalext
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great communication with the company even on Sunday night for next day trip!
          We had 2 different guides from this company during our brief business trip to Shanghai. I booked my trip less than 24 hours before our arrival, for a tour on Sunday night. Kelly did a phenomenal job communicating and setting up our guides that met us at our hotel and traveled the city with us. The guides were both very personable, sophisticated, and knowledgeable and were able to show us the innermost parts of the city and culture. Money well spent!
          Written May 13, 2024
        • p_r_lk2015
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Elevate Shanghai experience with JUDY!
          Huge thank you Judy! My lovely guide Judy gave me a great taste of beautiful Shanghai in 4-hours with a great combination of old & new sights of the city, explaining all the highlights with her great energy & best tips to make my short business trip a great experience throughout. Highly recommended if you want to explore the city as per your interest but without language barrier and saving time while seeing the top spots. I would recommend Judy to anyone visiting Shanghai, actually China as she has great know-how about the entire country. Many thanks Judy, was my pleasure
          Written May 12, 2024
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2018 • Couples
        This was out last tour during our three days in Shanghai and the best day. Penny was our guide, she told us of the water towns prior to arrival and what was the difference between the two. Fengjing was as expected, not crowded, maybe cause this was a Monday. Great for taking photos, we even visited the Wedding Museum. Xitang was where we stop for dinner and the lights, yes it was more commercial, but the lights are beautiful and walking along the paths and bridges are pleasant and something to see. Penny was personable and we chatted along the way, answered our questions gave us plenty of time to take photos and shop. Penny even help negotiate better prices for us when we shopped. She brought out the adventure in us and tried foods that we had not had before. Penny even step out of her way and reconfirmed our driver to the airport the next day. She is a "GEM". You will not be disappointed in this tour. I only wish we had know of Penny and Shanghai Melody tours, we would had booked our walking tour with Penny such as to French Concession and Tianzifang..
        Written November 24, 2018
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        HeMul2017
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        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2018 • Couples
        We were three to join the trip. Our guide Kelly was great! She was very knowledgeable and kept the trip very interesting and personal. She even offered to help out after the trip, in case we had any questions during our further stay in Shanghai. Fengjing was a beautiful small (romantic) town. Xitang was very animated, being there on a Sunday. Loved the experience. The only thing I would say about this trip, is that it is quite steep in price if you are a small number.
        Written September 4, 2018
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Dear Hemul, thanks for your wonderful review, we are so happy that you had a great experience with us. Your good remarks are great encouragement to us. This is a all-inclusive evening tour of 10 hours. We order all local best for our visitors. So far it is the best money value we could offer, but we will take your conments to control tour price in any possible better way in the future. Looking forward to meeting you again in the future.
        Written September 7, 2018
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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