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Enjoy a more immersive way to explore popular Shanghai areas such as Xintiandi and the French Concession—and sample many traditional dishes—on this small-group food tour. With your guide in the lead, discover sights and bites you'd miss on your own. Look forward to sampling Shanghainese dishes such as scallion oil noodles, soup dumplings, steamed buns, and more, and learn about the history and culture of the city.

Skip the hassle of public transport and visit Zhujiajiao Water Town in just a few hours from Shanghai on this half-day private tour. Wander ancient water alley streets and visit the Kezhi garden and traditional temple. Enjoy a relaxing boat ride through the waterways with an English-speaking guide who manages all the details for a stress-free experience. Upgrade to include lunch for a comprehensive experience.

During this fully customizable, private Shanghai tour, you get to call the shots. Enjoy a tailor-made itinerary—designed with your unique interests in mind—and choose between lunch and dinner options. Return travelers who have already ticked off the main sights can opt for lesser-known locations, like Jade Buddha Temple, Tianzifang Creative Park, or the Shanghai Propaganda Art Poster Center.

Customize this private guided tour of Shanghai by picking two to three attractions to visit. On the half-day tour you can either follow a suggested itinerary or choose based on your interests. Attractions include the well-preserved Yuyuan Garden, the Bund or Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao) with skyline views, the French quarter, and more.

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.

Save time without compromising on experience with this door-to-door private guided tour that covers Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and Shanghai highlights. First, explore the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao by boat and foot, and savor a local lunch. Then, spend the afternoon discovering Shanghai: 16th-century Yuyuan Garden, the Bund, and the Shanghai Tower. As this is a private tour, you may opt to visit the Shanghai Museum or another skyscraper instead.

Visit some of Shanghai’s most evocative neighborhoods, and learn all about China’s Communist Party as you go, on this half-day history tour. Meet your guide at your centrally located Shanghai hotel, and begin your tour in Xintiandi, where you’ll see the site of the party’s First National Congress. Continue by subway or taxi to the Propaganda Poster Art Centre, which exhibits materials dating from the Cultural Revolution. As you explore, learn more from your guide about key moments in modern Chinese history.

Treat yourself to a smooth and stress-free arrival in Shanghai during this private one-way airport transfer. Enjoy a personalized meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall, with two hours of free wait time in case of flight delays. Ride in a comfortable, climate-controlled car with ample luggage space and complimentary bottled water. Get dropped off door-to-door at any hotel in the city.

Yu Garden lanes + Zhujiajiao’s water charm + hop-on-hop-off night views = your perfect Shanghai day-night adventure! Wander old-town spots, escape to the tranquil water town, then chase the city’s dazzling lights at your own pace. Don’t miss out! Detailed Itinerary 11:00 a.m. Depart for Yu Garden from the designated pick-up point. 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Visit Yu Garden, with a 1-hour stay to explore traditional garden scenery. 12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Tour City God Temple for 45min, immersing in local cultural and religious atmosphere. 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Head to Zhujiajiao Water Town. 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Spend 3 hours sightseeing in Zhujiajiao Water Town. Includes a food tour featuring two popular local snacks: crab roe xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) and Grandma’s rice dumplings, followed by free time for independent exploration. 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Return to downtown Shanghai. 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Board the double-decker City Sightseeing Bus for a 45min city tour

Make the most of your time in Hangzhou and see only what interests you on this private day tour from Shanghai by bullet train. Work with your guide to customize your itinerary to suit your unique interests, adding stops at the likes of Leifeng Pagoda or Hefang Street. Your package includes transfers, guide, bullet train tickets, and lunch. Upgrade to add a West Lake boat ride and entry to Lingyin Temple.

Take the strain out of navigating Shanghai’s subway system and benefit from the expertise of a local guide on this photo-perfect tour that visits two of the area’s top attractions: Yu Garden and Zhujiajiao Water Town. Along the way, discover Shanghai cuisine over an authentic local lunch. Please note that on Mondays the tour substitutes the Jade Buddha Temple for Yu Garden and that boat rides are not included.

Even if your Shanghai schedule doesn’t leave much time for touring, get an overview of the city’s famous Bund on a private adventure that’s perfect for the time-poor traveler. After transfer from your hotel, your personal guide will introduce you to the Bund’s signature sights. Then either enjoy a relaxing river cruise or scale a skyscraper observation deck for views across the megalopolis before you return to base.

Taste your way through the former French Concession area of Shanghai on a tour that explores people, culture, and cuisine through the city’s breakfast foods. Try a wide range of breakfast treats, from pan-fried dumplings and noodles to tea and curry beef soup. Along the way, benefit from your local guide's insights, and enjoy sights and bites you'd likely miss if exploring alone.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Shanghai with a getaway to Zhujiajiao Water Town. Explore traditional architecture and take a relaxing boat ride through the waterways. This private half-day tour takes care of all transfers and entrance fees, and you can upgrade to include lunch or dinner.

No China trip would be complete without watching one of the nation’s spectacular acrobatics performances, and for popular shows like this one it’s smart to book tickets in advance. With this convenient package, marvel at the agility and strength of the Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe as they blend circus skills, martial arts, magic and more into a mesmerizing evening. When you finish, your private driver awaits you at the door.

Spend your day exploring one of China’s biggest cities with a private guide to steer you in the right direction on this tour of Shanghai. Cover more ground in a shorter time with someone who knows the best ways to maneuver around the crowded city streets, and choose to travel by public transport or by the comfort of a private vehicle. Pop by Jade Buddha Temple, Confucius Temple, the Bund, Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao) and People’s Park, as well as the famous shop-lined Nanjing Road and the city’s Flower and Bird Market.

Stroll through the Shanghai's trendy French Concession neighborhood with a guide on this private walking tour. Follow your guide's lead to unearth hidden courtyards, Art Deco buildings, and typical Shanghai street scenes. Highlights include the Lanxin Theater, the Cathay Mansion, the former residence of Dr. Sun-Yat Sen, Fuxing Park, and others. Includes all entrance fees and option to visit a tea house.

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.

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Shanghai is China’s biggest city and with just a day to explore, a private tour ensures you maximize your time. This full-day adventure is tailored to your interests, so you could admire the views from Shanghai Tower, visit Yuyuan Garden or Jade Buddha Temple, explore the Bund and Tianzifang, and more. Your day includes a private guide and hotel transfers; entrance fees are at your own expense.

Escape the bustle of modern Shanghai on this private guided day trip to Suzhou, a picturesque riverside city famed for its centuries-old heritage. Your package includes round-trip bullet train tickets, transfers in both Shanghai and Suzhou, and a local lunch. Upgrade to the all-inclusive package which offers a scenic boat ride along the Grand Canal, a rickshaw ride through history-packed Pingjiang Road, and entrance to one of Suzhou’s famous gardens.

What would you do if you had an entire day to yourself? During this flexible, private Shanghai tour, you can design your own perfect itinerary. First-time visitors can tick off blockbuster attractions like Yu Yuan Garden or the French Concession. Or spend time exploring lesser-known destinations. Tours include hands-on attention from your guide and a comfortable private car, so the choose is up to you.

Discover the Jewish history of Shanghai on a half-day tour with an expert guide. Hear about Jewish immigration to Shanghai and visit important sites around the Hongkou district, also known as the Shanghai Ghetto, where thousands of Jewish refugees lived during World War II. Stop at the memorial plaque in Huoshan Park and the Jewish Refugees Museum—formerly Ohel Moishe Synagogue. Your guide shares fascinating stories about the people whose lives intersected in Shanghai.