Top Shanghai Sightseeing Tours in 2026

Explore the highlights of Shanghai and visit a nearby water town, without having to plan a multi-stop itinerary, on this private guided tour. Swap the bustle of the city for the calm and quiet of Zhujiajiao Water Town as you discover this ancient village. In the afternoon enjoy the splendid Yu Gardens, browse Yu Bazaar and check out the colonial architecture on the Bund.

Get away from the busy and hectic city life and visit one of the most beautiful and authentical water town Xitang, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the “China Oriental Venice “by wondering along the old canal lanes, stone bridges and historic old residences, pay a visit to the beautiful local garden and explore the colorful streets with your expert guide. Enjoy a nice lunch at a quaint village and retreat yourself with a relaxing and amazing natural hot spring spa and take in its fresh air and beautiful township scenery.

Visit two of south China’s most celebrated ancient water towns Tongli and Zhouzhuang on this fully private guided tour from Shanghai. Explore the historical canals, stone bridges, visit UNESCO ancient Garden, Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture, colorful local alley streets etc. Appreciate the charm of " Oriental Venice" , Get a great glimpse of the chinese culture and traditions from your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy a flexible departure time, with central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Discover the charming delights of Zhujiajiao, a wonderful water town with an ancient origin, on this full-day private tour from Shanghai. Relish the freedom and flexibility of a private guide and tailor the itinerary according to your interests; gain insight into the town’s 1,700-year history and admire antiquated architecture, tranquil canals and crumbling bridges. Pleasure your palate with local specialties at authentic restaurants and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from your Shanghai hotel in a private vehicle.

Spend the full day excursion on this exclusive private tour from Shanghai. Visit two famous ancient water towns in southern China Tongli and Xitang with over 1000 years history. Explore the beautiful township scenery along the ancient waterways, old charming architecture, elegance Chinese gardens, tantalizing night street etc. Experience the true local culture, custom, traditions with your local expert guide. Convenient and comfortable private transfers are included in the tour.

Have a fun day out when you’re in Shanghai and visit Disneyland. Make it stress-free by booking this tour, which provides private transportation, a host to handle logistics, and a full day at the park finished with fireworks. You can plan exactly what you want to see and do with your guide, who will take care of logistics to make your day run smoothly, but will not enter the park with you.

Experience China’s “Venice of the East” on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, upgrade and relax on first-class bullet train tickets from Shanghai. Then explore this historic water town with an informative, professional guide and visit sites like the Humble Administrators Garden, Shantang Street, Suzhou Pingtan Opera, and Suzhou Museum. Enjoy a boat ride along the old canals and a complimentary meal.

Shun Shanghai’s hustle for a private hike in the forests and tea plantations outside Hangzhou. Travel direct from your Shanghai hotel by bullet train and private car. Then set the pace that suits your style as you stroll Jiuxi Scenic Area (Jiuxi 18 Stream) and Hupao Spring with your personal guide. Along the way, enjoy a simple lunch at a tea farm, washed down with Dragon Well tea.

Explore beautiful Suzhou and the famous water village Tongli in this private day trip from Shanghai. Accompanied by your profession private guide, and visit the top attractions based on your interests in Suzhou such as Humble Administrator's Garden, historical Pingjiang Road and etc.. In addition, visit Tuisi Garden (Retreat & Reflection Garden) and enjoy a relaxing boat ride in Tongli water village.

Travel to 1,300-year-old Wuzhen water town from Shanghai. To see the difference between its site attractions of East Gate and West Gate. Get a full overview of Wuzhen and appreciate the history and local culture. Stroll around the canals, bridges, and Ming-era houses. Enjoy a local tasty lunch or dinner right by the river based on your tour departure time. All entrance fees, boat ride, professional private guide and transfer service are also included.

Soak up Suzhou’s old-world charms on this classic all-inclusive private tour in just one day: visit the Master of Nets Garden, the Panmen historial area, Tuisi Garden and take boat ride in Tongli water town. You will be picked up and dropped off at your Shanghai hotel. All the tickets, lunch, transportation and guide are included. You can optional choose roundtrip between Shanghai and Suzhou by private vehicle or bullet train.

This private day trip takes you to the prestigious Lingshan Buddhist Scenic Spot (Mt. Lingshan Grand Buddha Scenic Area) from Shanghai by bullet train. It's located Wuxi and on the Majishan Peninsula stretching from the northern Bank of Taihu Lakei. This attraction is famous for the world’s largest bronze Buddha statue with an amazing height of 88 meters (289 feet). In addition, it features wonderful attractions including the Brahma Palace, Five Mudra Mandala, Nine Dragons Bathing Sakyamuni, Xiangfu Temple and many other Buddhist sites.

Save time on this combination tour of Shanghai and the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao on the outskirts of the city. In the company of just your party and a private guide, travel to Zhujiajiao for a boat ride and tea tasting, before returning to Shanghai city to explore some off-the-beaten-path places missed by most visitors.

Cover ground you couldn’t hope to cover under your own steam on this comprehensive private Shanghai door-to-door day tour. It even includes an afternoon in Zhujiajao water town. Spend the morning checking off downtown’s don’t-miss attractions: Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Old Town, the Bund, and the Old French Concession. After a Chinese restaurant lunch, explore the canals, bridges, and lanes of Zhujiajiao by boat and on foot.

Highlights: 1.Non shoppinng tour 2.No tourist traps 3.No hidding fee 4.The best use of time 5.Your own Private tour 6.Flexible itinerary 7.Licensed guides and tour vehicles 8.Unbeatable price and 5 stars service

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Take a private cooking class in the home of your chef-instructor to learn about Chinese cuisine and experience daily life in Shanghai. Start with hotel pickup and a guided market tour that includes samples of popular snacks. Then head to your instructor’s home for a hands-on cooking lesson. Afterward, enjoy a lunch or dinner that you helped to make, accompanied by lively conversation.

Explore the Donghai Bridge (East Sea Grand Bridge), the first sea-crossing bridge in China (the world’s largest sea bridge) and the famous Yangshan Deep Water Port, the world’s biggest deep water port in this 8-hour private tour. Enjoy the beautiful sightseeing of East Sea and its surrounding. Have a short hiking along the Yangshan scenic area including Shilong, Dazhitou and Xiaoyanjiao section. In addition, visit local fish market or Dishui Lake located in the Shanghai New City area based on your interests. A tasty local seafood lunch or dinner in set menu is included.

This magnificent private 2-day tour in Beijing from Shanghai offers two different tour ending options. You can choose to be done in Beijing or back to Shanghai based on your own situation. During these 2-day guided tour, you will visit the World Cultural Heritage sites: the Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square,Forbidden City and Summer Palace. Discover the old Hutongs. Local lunch, entrance fees, first-class bullet train ticket, private guide and transfer service are all inclusive.

Enjoy two of Shanghai’s must-do activities on a Zhujiajiao water town and Huangpu River cruise experience. Visit the ancient canal town of Zhujiajiao for a walking tour of the willow-lined waterways, lanes, and Ming- and Qing-era architecture. Afterward, learn about silk-making at a silk museum, and admire Shanghai’s illuminated skyline on a buffet dinner cruise on the Huangpu. Return coach transport, admission fees, cruise buffet, and central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Take in the highlights of beautiful Hangzhou on a private guided full-day tour from Shanghai. After hotel pickup and transfer by high-speed train (extra fee) to Hangzhou, explore West Lake, enjoy a boat cruise, savor lunch, and visit Faxi Temple. Afterwards, learn about tea culture at Longjing village before returning to Shanghai.

Explore best and most authentical local street food on this fully guided private tour. No matter you are a foodie or not, this street food tour take you to try out many popular food in off the beaten area, learn and explore local eating culture, get a better understanding of the amazing life sounds and have fun explore the charming old town bazaar. Based on your interests, upgrade the tour to enjoy the super bird-eyeview of mega Shanghai city from the world's tallest observation deck at Shanghai Tower.

This delightful private day trip from Shanghai takes you to discover the beauty of the Paradise City Hangzhou. Other than the wonderful Dragon Well tea culture experience and the relaxing boat ride in West Lake, you are offered two different sightseeing route options based on your personal interests. You can either choose to see the historical Lingyin temple and Leifeng Pagoda, or you can to visit Chenghuang Pavilion and Former Residence of Hu Xueyan. Local lunch, round trip bullet train tickets, private guide and private vehicle service are inclusive. Get your train ticket upgraded to first class seating at time of booking.

Hangzhou can be hard to navigate independently if you don’t speak Chinese. Let your private guide simplify your experience on a private day trip to the city by high-speed bullet train, with a personal driver to ensure you cover sufficient ground. Tour West Lake, Jingci Temple, Qinghefang Ancient Street, and the Longjing tea plantations as your guide explains the city’s rich history. Entrance fees included.