Overview
This great 8-hour Shanghai city tour takes you to discover the must see sites in Shanghai from its old and modern perspectives, from its colonial Bund riverside to the modern skyscrapers Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Tower, from the elegant Ming Dynasty Yu Garden and old town Bazaar to the charming French Concession, from the exquisite Jade Buddha Temple to China's No.1 famous shopping street Nanjing Road and more!
Experience the local culture, history and life with your local guide. Enjoy the flexibility of the exclusive private tour and explore the city at your desired way and pace! You can either choose to experience the city with the tour option by public transit such as metro, taxi, or you can choose the option with your own private vehicle.
No matter if you are a solo traveler or travel with friends or family, you won't want to miss such an amazing and memorable day!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private driver with air-conditioned vehicle(Only "Private Guide & Car" or "All Inclusive" is booked)
Local delightful & Classy Lunch (If " All Inlcusive Tour" is booked)
Entrance fee to Yu garden and Jade Buddha Temple( If "All Inclusive Tour" is booked)
Private tour with amazing guide
Downtown Hotel pick up and drop-off
Gratuities
Lunch and entrance fees (If "All Inclusive Tour " is not booked)
Entrance fee to observation deck of the top tower
Outskit hotel pick up and drop off( Can be arranged at surcharge)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• The duration for this full-day tour is up to 8 hours. If you would like to extend for more than 8 hours, the overtime charge is $25.00 USD per hour. Please pay your tour guide directly.
What to expect
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The Bund (Wai Tan)
30 min
Meet your private guide at your central Shanghai hotel at your prefered time.Tell your guide if there’s anything you want to see more of on your tour: your itinerary is flexible and can be 100% customized around you. Following is the sample itinetary and you are welcome to discuss with your guide if you want to customize your own tour. Typically, you will visit The Bund , the colonial-era promenade along the Huangpu River. Admire the stunning views of old and new Shanghai, including buildings such as the Bund's Old Customs House and iconic skyscrapers.
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Yu Garden (Yuyuan)
1 hour 30 min
Afterward, visit the 500-year old classic Chinese Yu Garden, and view the traditional Qing-Dynasty architecture of the Old Town Bazaar. Enjoy fun walking along the lucky ‘Nine Zigzag’ bridge , appreciate old pavillions, ponds in the lush greens. Here you may also enjoy fun shopping around in the local bazaar markets for souvenirs as handicrafts, antiques, jade, pearls, silk, and other wares etc. If you wish, experience a tea ceremony (own expense) and sample some high quality local tea.
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Former French Concession
1 hour 30 min
Then, visit Shanghai’s French Concession, once the center of colonial life and now a hip area. Visit the ‘French Park,’ to see locals enjoying activities like ballroom dancing, Tai-chi, singing, and water calligraphy, and stroll around the Concession with its charming avenues of ‘French trees’ and traditional houses.
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Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
1 hour 30 min
After the wonderful morning activities, you will take a break and savor a local delightful lunch in the nice restaurant. Your expert guide will help you order the dishes based on your own dietary requests.
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Jade Buddha Temple
1 hour 30 min
After lunch,head to visit one of the most beautiful and famous buddhist temple -Jade buddha temple. Admire the exquisite Jade Buddha Status from Burma,explore different chambers of the temple and learn the fasinating religiouns culture ,wisdom from your knowledgable guide.
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Shanghai Tower
1 hour 30 min
Next, continue the tour to Pudong Lujiazui area ,take a leisure walk along the skybridge among the futuristic mordern skyscrappers. Marvel at the fast development of city. If nice clear day, choose to visit one of the top obervation deck in Shanghai Tower, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Financial Tower, Jinmao Tower based on your own preferences. Enjoy the spectacular birdeye view of the mega Shanghai city.
As the exclusive flexible tour , if you have been to the above mentioned attrations , you could also have alternative options to visit Xintiandi, Tianzifang, Shanghai Museum, Urban Planning Hall, Shanghai poster art museum, AP Plaza market etc based on the time and your own interests.
After the wonderful day you will be dropped off back to your downtown hotel or other downtown area as per your request.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Shanghai).
Additional Information
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights
Can I cancel Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7–8 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Private driver with air-conditioned vehicle(Only "Private Guide & Car" or "All Inclusive" is booked)
- Local delightful & Classy Lunch (If " All Inlcusive Tour" is booked)
- Entrance fee to Yu garden and Jade Buddha Temple( If "All Inclusive Tour" is booked)
- Private tour with amazing guide
- Downtown Hotel pick up and drop-off
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Lunch and entrance fees (If "All Inclusive Tour " is not booked)
- Entrance fee to observation deck of the top tower
- Outskit hotel pick up and drop off( Can be arranged at surcharge)
Which places does it visit?
It visits The Bund (Wai Tan), Yu Garden (Yuyuan), Former French Concession, Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road), Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai Tower.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Chinese, English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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