China · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
The 15 best cruises & boat tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Review the Lantau Island tour with dolphins, Tai O, Big Buddha, vegetarian lunch, transport tips, cable car advice, and value details.
“I really liked the tour and Grace is an amazing guide!! thank you!!!”
Review of Shanghai’s private Zhujiajiao tour, with hotel pickup, local guide, ancient streets, boat ride, costs, food, and practical tips.
“Did the tour with Caroline today and it was perfect! Started off at the garden and got a very detailed tour about the details found within the grounds. We were also able to stroll through the streets to shop for a bit and Caroline knew all the great photo spots. We also took the boat ride around which was a great experience! Lunch was also at a great lowkey spot so we were able to try some fantastic dishes. Definitely recommend this tour if you’re looking to come here!”
Cruise Shanghai’s Huangpu River for Bund and Lujiazui views, festive lights, flexible departures, and practical ticket tips.
“It was the most beautiful way to admire a city like Shanghai”
Explore Zhujiajiao from Shanghai with a private guide, canal boat ride, Kezhi Garden, local food, and comfortable hotel transport.
“We had Michael as our tour guide and he was honestly one of the best guides we’ve ever had. Very friendly, knowledgeable and adaptable to our needs, he answered all our questions with patience and a great sense of humour. The tour followed the itinerary exactly, was very interesting, and Michael added lots of extra insights and stories along the way. The car was a super-comfortable, exclusive limousine van, which we really appreciated as it was our last day after two weeks of travelling around China and we were already quite tired. Michael quickly understood that we had already heard a lot of the “usual” cultural information, so he easily…”
Review of a private Zhujiajiao tour from Shanghai with hotel transfers, Ming-Qing bridges, canals, boat ride, guide, and optional meal.
“So worth it! Our private tour of Zhujiajiao was guided by Kalvin. He is so knowledgeable, he made the history come alive. He explained all the symbolism and history of Zhujiajiao. It is a beautiful spot. And he explained the changes in Shanghai since the Cultural Revolution and the expansion of Shanghai into Pudong. We learned a lot!. The entire experience was excellent. Communication to confirm the tour pick up was good. Everything went smoothly. We had a nice ride in clean car with water provided. I highly recommend!”
Review of Shanghai’s 3-hour night cruise, private car, Bund views, and Xinjiang halal dinner, with practical tips on timing, value, and comfort.
“Beautiful tour of the city! Great food and the tour guide was friendly and engaging. She chatted with my daughter the whole time”
Review of Hong Kong’s Dukling antique junk boat cruise, with Victoria Harbour views, light shows, drinks, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Went on the 7:30pm tour to catch the 8:00 symphony of light laser show. Instructions to find the docking location was clear but it is a very congested area with many other tours sharing the same dock. You have to look for the person holding a clipboard with Dukling in order to check-in Crew was helpful and was punctual in timing. Music was broadcasted from the speakers on the boat so that was a nice touch. Also, great learn about the history of the Dukling. It was a little disappointing that all the masts were changed to a blue color for advertisement. Would have been better to have the red…”
Review of Shanghai’s private night river cruise and Xinjiang halal dinner, with Bund views, Pudong skyscrapers, guide tips, price, and practical advice.
“Amazing Experience and Authentic Chinese Halal Restaurant. Boat Trip Was Memorable To Took Shanghai Bund and Skyline From River and After Mouth Watering Halal Dinner. Mr. Kelvin my Tour Guide Was Perfect English Speaker and Very Good Knowledge About Shanghai City. Also Car Was Comfortable For Entire Trip. Nice Trip with Get Ur Guide. 10/10.”
Review of Hong Kong’s Aberdeen Fishing Village boat tour, with teak boat views, a floating museum, snacks, pricing, and practical advice.
“Good way to get an initial look at Aberdeen. The prerecorded English guide was a little off of the progress, but it the end we could figure out what they were talking about”
Review of Shanghai’s private Zhujiajiao Water Town tour, with hotel pickup, boat ride, gardens, temple, guide, costs, and practical tips.
“An interesting day out - it really was like visiting the Venice canals — the gardens are nicely laid out and our Guide Robert did a splendid job of keeping us well informed of the history of the area. We had a lovely authentic lunch at a restaurant nestled in the busy alleyways crammed with local stalls. Thx once again to Robert our guide. Maria & Greg”
Review of Aqua Luna’s 45-minute Hong Kong evening cruise, with skyline views, a complimentary drink, sunset tips, pricing, and practical advice.
“I got onto the boat and 95% of the boat is full. Not sure where these people got on?? There was only two spaces left. Of course those are seats without a view. Very very disappointed. Wish we were told we would get on the boat that’s nearly full ! No view so we did not enjoy this cruise!!!”
Review of Hong Kong’s Aqua Luna Symphony of Lights cruise, with boat views, timing, drinks, comfort, value, and practical booking advice.
“Boat was ok. If you are looking for a wow factor for the lights you will be disappointed..not.worth seeing”
See Shanghai at night on a private Huangpu River cruise with VIP views, hotel transfers, old town walks, Lujiazui, and Xintiandi.
“Autumn was so amazing and friendly! So easy to talk to. She provided us with a total VIP experience on the river cruise to have the BEST view spot of the Shanghai city nighttime skyline! What a very memorable experience indeed! Afterwards, Autumn brought us to some spectacular nighttime spots throughout the city. Overall, a very enjoyable evening!”
Cruise Guilin’s Li River to Yangshuo with a private guide, buffet lunch, countryside tour, West Street time, and hotel transfers.
“1-Day Guilin Tour to Reed Flute Cave, Xianggong Hill, Bamboo Boat & Night Show This tour was truly amazing, made even more special by our excellent English-speaking guide, Mr. Jeff. He is caring, attentive, and took very good care of us Read more”
Review of a private Zhujiajiao tour from Shanghai, with canal boat ride, historic bridges, Kezhi Garden, transfers, tips, and value advice.
“Vicky was excellent. Driver performed safe handling of vehicle with care. Went with 2 kids 5yrs and 9yrs that enjoyed it much treating through the village. I do however recommend upgrading the boat ride to a longer one.”
Pick the day out first. The city usually sorts itself out after that.
