Free cancellation

All-Inclusive Private Day Tour: Best Shanghai w/ River Cruise

★★★★★ 5.0 (39 reviews)
9 hours – 10 hours
CMN, EN, FR, ES

About This Experience

If you have a limited time in Shanghai and want to go home with a great understanding of its people, history and culture, then this private tour is perfect for you! You will visit both the east and west sides of Shanghai and discover Shanghai's fascinating mix of modern and classic characters. All transportation, entrance fees, lunch and even a fantastic river cruise are included. It's a relaxing and sight-filled way to enjoy Shanghai!

Tour Itinerary

1

30 min

​The Shanghai Bund has dozens of historical buildings, lining the Huangpu River, that once housed numerous banks, trading houses and consulates from all over Europe, Asia and the United States. The area highlights Shanghai's western influence in architecture and culture and today offers a beautiful walkway along the Huangpu River while learning about Shanghai's history.

2

30 min

This is one of main shopping streets of Shanghai and is one of the world's busiest shopping streets. The street is cut off from cars and buses and made for pedestrians to stroll, browse and shop. You can find hundreds of shops and brands from all over the world as well as a wide range of food and restaurants. Great for shopping or just people watching.

3

2 hours

This garden dates back to 1559 during the Ming Dynasty. A classic Chinese Garden rich in history, you'll see a wide range of halls, statues, rock structures, water features as well as the famous Grand Rockery and Exquisite Jade Rocks. The surrounding areas is full of many traditional Chinese buildings, which nowadays are used as commercial stores to sell local products, snacks, jewelry, souvenirs, antiques and so on. Visitors can enjoy traditional Chinese architecture, taste local snacks, buy antiques and silk products as gifts for friends or relatives. It is called Yuyuan Bazaar and also known as Yuyuan Market. People give it a nickname of Shopping Kingdom.

4

30 min

Enjoy the atmosphere of east meets west or one of the new popular places. This area is rich in the history of China when colonial powers had a significant presence in Shanghai. It has unique architecture while bustling with people along tree-lined streets. You'll have an European life style in the local Shikumen houses. The nightlife actives on weekdays as well as weekends. It is also the most expensive place to live in China and is home to the Chinese elite and executive expats.

5

1h 30m

Enjoy this cruise along the Huangpu river to get amazing views of both the east and west Shanghai skylines. This one hour long ride river cruise will provide you a breathtaking view of the city with lights on all tall buildings on both sides. A must do in Shanghai. Note: the cruise ticket is included. If you want to have a VIP seat on the boat, you can purchase it when you get on the cruise with your guide's help.

6

40 min

Lujiazui is the beating heart of modern Shanghai, where the skyline rises like a vision of the future. The spiraling Shanghai Tower dominates the clouds, standing beside the sharp-edged Shanghai World Financial Center and the elegant, tiered Jin Mao Tower. Nearby, the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower glows with futuristic charm. By day, it’s China’s financial powerhouse; by night, it transforms into a dazzling display of light reflected on the Huangpu River. Bold, ambitious, and unmistakably Shanghai, Lujiazui captures the city’s unstoppable energy and global spirit in one breathtaking panorama. Any high-rise observation deck visit is optional and can be arranged during the tour.

What's Included

Included

  • Personal tour guide services
  • An authentic, well-reviewed local restaurant lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (within Shanghai central area)
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Huangpu River Cruise Ticket(VIP seats are optional on the cruise)
  • Private driver and car

Not Included

  • Tips-recommended

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Important Information

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress comfortably and for the season
If you choose afternoon departure time, you will have dinner instead of lunch
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Please wear comfortable shoes
To secure your Yuyuan Garden Ticket and bypass queues, please provide your full name along with your passport number.
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Free cancellation available
Duration: 9 hours – 10 hours
Private tour
Up to 10 travelers
Mobile ticket accepted
Guide: CMN, EN, FR, ES
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