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A statue of a figure holding a staff, set against a backdrop of trees and a clear sky. 2
A stack of firewood in a forested area. 3
Ceramic bowls lined up on wooden planks outdoors. 4
A garden path with potted plants and a large sunflower. 5
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Free cancellation available
Price is £305 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 14h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Discover the Ancient Kiln Folk Customs Museum in Jingdezhen
    • Watch live demonstrations of traditional porcelain making
    • Choose from optional afternoon activities, including the Imperial Kiln
    • Enjoy a seamless return from Shanghai by high-speed rail
    • Benefit from a local guide and public transport in Jingdezhen

Activity location

    • Shanghai
    • Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 中国上海市闵行区北横泾上海虹桥站 邮政编码: 201106 | We will book your second-class high-speed rail ticket based on your passport information. Upon arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, please go to the boarding gate with your passport, find the corresponding train according to the timetable, and board. After arriving in Jingdezhen, our tour guide will meet you at the exit with a sign showing your name. The train ride from Shanghai to Jingdezhen normally takes about three and a half hours.
    • Min Hang Qu, Shang Hai Shi, China

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Shanghai: Porcelain Capital Jingdezhen day tour by train

  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Includes return high-speed train tickets and local services in Jingdezhen, with live guiding in Chinese and English.
You will depart from Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, and our guide will meet you at Jingdezhen Railway Station.

Starting time: 07:00
Price details
£305.24 x 1 Adult£305.24
Total
Price is £305.24
Until Thu, 15 Oct

Shanghai to Porcelain Capital Tour via Train and Hotel Transfer

  • Activity duration is 15 hours15h
    15h
  • English

This tour includes return hotel transfers to Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, return bullet train travel between Shanghai and Jingdezhen, a local guide, and local public transport. The live guide speaks English and Chinese.

Starting time: 06:20
Price details
£374.67 x 1 Adult£374.67
Total
Price is £374.67

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    High speed rail tickets
  • Inclusions
    Local guide service in Jingdezhen
  • Inclusions
    Public transport in Jingdezhen
  • Inclusions
    Ancient Kiln Folk Customs Museum
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Service charge
  • Exclusions
    Private transfer from Shanghai hotel to railway station
  • Exclusions
    Meals

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Hearing-impaired people, People over 95 years, People with lactose intolerance, People with pre-existing medical conditions, People with recent surgeries, Visually impaired people, Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in Shanghai and a private transfer to Shanghai Hongqiao Station. Board a high-speed train to Jingdezhen North and meet your local guide at the station.

    Switch to public transport and head to the Ancient Kiln Folk Customs Museum, known as the “Forbidden City in the North, Ancient Kiln in the South.” Explore China’s only 5A ceramic cultural scenic area and walk the intact Song–Qing ancient kiln line, including the Song Dragon Kiln, Yuan Steam Kiln, Ming Gourd Kiln, and Qing Town Kiln.

    Watch live demonstrations of all 72 traditional porcelain-making steps by national inheritors and enjoy the Porcelain Music Performance at the water pavilion. Learn about UNESCO-listed intangible cultural heritage in practice.

    After a local lunch at a nearby restaurant, choose one of the following optional attractions for your afternoon:

    Option 1: Imperial Kiln Museum (Closed Mondays)
    Tour the award-winning red brick “kiln-shaped” building, view rare Ming–Qing imperial porcelain and restored royal relics, study the strict standards of imperial porcelain production, and take photos at this architectural landmark.

    Option 2: China National Ceramic Museum (Closed Mondays)
    Visit China’s largest ceramic museum with over 50,000 treasures spanning 8,000 years. Admire Yuan blue and white, Ming official kiln, and Qing imperial masterpieces. Trace the evolution of ceramic art and technology and see the “China’s Top 10 Ceramic Treasures” exhibition.

    Option 3: Taoxichuan Ceramic Cultural Park
    Wander a renovated historic porcelain factory with industrial chic style. Visit artist studios, galleries, creative markets, and cafes. Shop for handcrafted ceramics and take photos at art installations. Experience Jingdezhen’s modern creative vibe.

    Option 4: Sanbao International Ceramic Village
    Stroll a valley village with streams, forests, and global artist workshops. Visit open studios and see artists at work. Take photos at the iconic blue and white porcelain zebra crossing. Enjoy the peaceful blend of art and nature.

    After your afternoon activity, take public transport back to Jingdezhen North Station and board a high-speed train back to Shanghai Hongqiao.

Location

Activity location

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    • Shanghai
    • Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 中国上海市闵行区北横泾上海虹桥站 邮政编码: 201106 | We will book your second-class high-speed rail ticket based on your passport information. Upon arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, please go to the boarding gate with your passport, find the corresponding train according to the timetable, and board. After arriving in Jingdezhen, our tour guide will meet you at the exit with a sign showing your name. The train ride from Shanghai to Jingdezhen normally takes about three and a half hours.
    • Min Hang Qu, Shang Hai Shi, China