Top Eastern China Cultural Tours

Discover Shanghai from its humble origins as a fishing village and hear the stories behind how it evolved to become one of the world's most exciting and cosmopolitan places! In 3.5~4 hours, our tour covers all the must-see spots in downtown Shanghai. Get ready to dive into the history, culture, art, architecture, and mouthwatering food of this vibrant city! IMPORTANT: Please note that the booking fee charged here is solely to reserve your spot, as the tour itself operates on a tips-based model, meaning you decide how much your guide deserves for their hard work. This voluntary tip is a way to recognize your guide's efforts and helps us maintain this exciting job! Booking is limited to groups of up to 4 people (adults+kids). If your group exceeds 4 people, please contact us to arrange a private tour.

Discover old and modern Shanghai on a private, fully customizable tour. With a personal guide who can help you navigate any language barriers, explore attractions such as the Bund, Ming-Dynasty Yuyuan Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, and the observation deck of one of Shanghai’s highest skyscrapers. Upgrade to an all-inclusive tour option to include lunch, entrance fees, and pickup.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of ERA — Journey Through Time at Shanghai Circus World, where a beautiful love story unfolds against the backdrop of Shanghai's vibrant history. This spectacular performance features breathtaking acrobatics, cutting-edge technology, and innovative stagecraft that capture the essence of China's rich cultural tapestry. With a runtime of either 60 or 100 minutes, this show is a sensory masterpiece that showcases the city's relentless spirit and the artistry of acrobatics. Experience the magic of Shanghai, where timeless traditions meet modern storytelling.

Take a half day to explore the Zhujiajiao Water town by boat and explore the “Oriental Venice” with it’s meandering water alley streets, dating from the Qing and Ming dynasties. This will be a private tour, so you also will have a chance to visit the Kezhi garden and traditional temple at some point during the tour. You’ll be accompanied by an English speaking guide, who will manage everything for you and keep this stress free!

As they say, “Paris ne s’est pas fait en un jour!” (“Paris was not made in a day!”) And by the same token, neither was the French Concession of Shanghai. In 3 hours, hear captivating stories about the French Concession and its colorful past. Learn about the celebrities and commoners alike who once strolled down these streets, and find yourself becoming a part of the legacy of this place. IMPORTANT: Please note that the booking fee charged here is solely to reserve your spot, as the tour itself operates on a TIP-BASED model, meaning you decide how much your guide deserves for their hard work. This voluntary tip is a way to recognize your guide's efforts and helps us maintain this exciting job! Booking is limited to groups of up to 4 people. If your group exceeds 4 people, please contact us to arrange a private tour. Thanks for your understanding!

Swap the bustle of Shanghai for Zhujiajiao Water Town, without the hassle of research, planning, or navigating, on this all-inclusive, half-day, private tour from Shanghai. Enjoy convenient pickup and private transfers from your Shanghai hotel, then explore the highlights of the scenic water town with a local guide to provide enriching commentary. Includes a boat ride and lunch.

Enjoy this worry-free tour guide service in Nanjing, which offers professional language support and other assistants as a local expert. No more stress of finding a taxi with language hassle or spending time with planning itineraries, your local professional guide will help you and ensure you a very smooth trip.

Authentic Chinese cuisine is a highlight of any Shanghai trip, but the language barrier is real. Forget fumbling with translation tools and menu apps. Instead, discover the best of Shanghai by night on this intimate walking tour that includes nine or ten different tastings in venues locals love. From classic Shanghai snacks and beloved city brands to the bold flavors of Sichuan cooking, it’s a culinary journey you won’t forget.

Your Wuzhen water town tour begins with coach pickup from your Hangzhou hotel. After 1.5 hours' ride, you will arrive at Wuzhen . Stop at the Hundred-Bed Museum (Zhao Hall), the first museum in China to collect and exhibit ancient beds of the Yangtze River delta area. See the luxurious carvings and elaborate designs on these antique beds and listen as your expert guide shares stories reflecting this unique cultural account of ancient Chinese civilization. Later on visit the Sanbai Wine Workshop, the only remaining winery in Wuzhen, built during the Song Dynasty. Brewing liquor was a huge industry in Wuzhen during the Ming Dynasty. There were over 20 distilleries in operation at the time. Witness how wine is made using traditional techniques. Afterwards visit the Hongyuan Thai dye house to see the time-honored art of making indigo-dyed printed calico. Wuzhen is one of the principal sources of this flower-printed blue cloth.

Maximize your Suzhou visit by taking this fully tailor-made half day tour to discover the ancient charm of the “Oriental Venice” Suzhou. Explore the UNSECO garden such as Humble administrator’s garden or Lingering Garden, see the ancient City Wall and gate, visit the ancient canal street and experience the local authentical markets, appreciate the beauty of the " Garden City" with your knowledgeable guide.

Discover the amazing Suzhou city on this exclusive private guided tour. Choose to explore the remarkable sites that in line with your interests and style, such as winding canals at ancient street, charming garden at the Humble Administrator’s Garden, Lingering Garden, ancient pagodas and more. Experience the local authentical culture, life and history. Appreciate the beauty of “Oriental Venice” and “Garden City” with your expert guide. Choose to upgrade the tour with lunch to savor the delight local Suzhou cuisine.

Make the most of a day in Nanjing with this private customized highlight tour. Accompanied by your professional tour guide, visit the city’s top attractions, such as Sum Yat-sem Mausoleum, Xiaoling Tomb, Zhonghua Gate, Confucius, Meiling Palace, Jiming Temple, Xuanwu Lake or Presidential Palace, Nanjing Museum or Nanjing Massacre museum. You are freely to make your own starting time and choose to visit the attractions based on your preference. In addition, you can select the option with an air-conditioned vehicle and driver for your tour.

You will be taken by a professional guide to wander around the Buddha park and the 1600-year-old temple. The vivid and detailed explanation will help you to better understand the Buddhas and Buddhism in China.

Escape from the hustle and hustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing day trip to Niushoushan Culture Park. Enjoy the beautiful natural scenery as well as Buddhist cultural heritage, such as Great Usnisa Palace, Usnisa Temple, Usnisa Worshiping hall, Usnisa Pagoda and Chan State Scenery. This private tour takes care of private guide, all transfers, entrance fees and local vegetarian lunch.

Escape the bustle of Shanghai—and visit one of the region’s most beautiful and historical “water towns”—on this private, half-day trip to Zhujiajiao. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times, and set off directly from your Shanghai hotel. Upon arrival in Zhujiajiao, you’ll have time to wander its ancient streets, admire its heritage architecture, go for a boat ride down its canals, and enjoy a local meal (if option selected). At tour’s end, return directly to your hotel.

Discover the splendid Hangzhou city highlights on this fully flexible 8-hour private tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Tick off the must-see highlights such as UNSECO site West Lake, Linyin Scenic Spot and famous Green Tea plantation, famed Leifeng Pagoda or local historic street, enjoy a delightful lunch at the local tea famer’s house. Customizable itinerary catering to your own preferences, enjoy convenient and comfortable door to door transfer from Hangzhou hotel or Hangzhou train station.

Immerse yourself in Shanghai’s little-known Jewish districts—known as “Little Vienna”— on this specialty-themed private tour. Highlights include collections of photographs, films, and personal items at the Jewish Refugees Museum, the old stone houses and winding back alleys that once housed a thriving Jewish immigrant population, and British-Jewish art-deco heritage along the Bund waterfront.

During this fully customizable, private Nanjing tour, you get to call the shots. Enjoy a tailor-made itinerary designed with your unique interests in mind. Choose to cover 2 to 3 different top attractions such as Mausoleum of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, Ming Tomb, Ancient City Wall /Gate, Confucius Temple etc. Travel around with private knowledgeable guide, have great learning about the city’s history, culture and life.

Explore one of Shanghai’s most evocative neighborhoods when you book a private walking tour of the Old City. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, and meet your guide directly at your centrally located hotel. Once in the Old City, visit the classical Yuyuan Garden, admire the area’s Qing Dynasty–era architecture, stroll through a bustling bazaar, and otherwise follow in locals’ footsteps as you discover the historical area’s highlights.

Enjoy this full day 8-hour private Hangzhou city sightseeing tour with a local expert guide. Spend some quality time visit the city’s top attractions inline with your own styles. Cruise around the UNESCO West Lake, one of the China’s famed natural wonders, appreciate the charming scenery along the lake. Visit the impressive stone Buddha Grottos in Fei Lai Peak, admire the Grand Lingyin Buddhist temple while visiting different sections of the area. Sample some famed green tea and freshly prepared home dish at the local tea farmer’s house while enjoying the amazing view of the green tea terrace and countryside scenery. Customizable itinerary catering to your own preferences, enjoy convenient and comfortable door to door transfer from Hangzhou hotel or Hangzhou Train Station.

It’s possible to visit the Great Wall of China in just one day from Shanghai. On this private guided day trip, travel by bullet train to Linhai, where you’ll refuel with lunch and explore the East Lake of Linhai before visiting the Jiangnan Great Wall, also known as the Southern Great Wall. Afterwards, stroll along Ziyang Old Street before returning to Shanghai.

Enjoy a fun and relaxing day tour to the most authentic and picturesque ancient water town Tongli , appreciate the classic and remarkable Tuisi garden and explore the colorful old street. Take a most tranquil boat ride along the ancient canal. Discover the beauty of the typical southeast water village with its unique sounds and tastes. Have a great leanring of the local culture, custom and history from your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy the flexible departure time and convenient round-trip private transport from downtown Shanghai.

Make the most of your time and visit two historic water towns in just one day on this private guided tour from Shanghai. Streamline your logistics with pickup and private transfers and enjoy the flexibility to customize your itinerary to your interests. Visit a classic garden, historic temple, a silk factory, or other scenic area in Suzhou, then explore the stone bridges, alleys, and canals of Zhujiajiao.