Top Shanghai Tours by Duration - page 28

In a single day, step from a 16th‑century classical garden to the summit of the world’s tallest tower – this is Shanghai, where ancient water towns, bustling temple bazaars, colonial‑era waterfront architecture, and futuristic skylines converge. Explore Yu Garden, browse the lively shops of the City God Temple commercial district, drift through the canals of Zhujiajiao, stroll along the Bund, and cap it all off with a breathtaking panorama from the top of Shanghai Tower. Five iconic experiences, five distinct worlds in one day – an adventure unlike any other. Water‑town dream – Zhujiajiao, the “Venice of the East,” where bridges, canals, and rowboats create a living painting. Peak perspective – At 546m on Shanghai Tower’s observatory, enjoy a 360° panorama that lays the entire city at your feet. Skyline showdown – The Bund’s colonial facades face Lujiazui’s futuristic towers – a century‑old dialogue between past and future.

From cinematic Old Shanghai to picturesque Jiangnan water town, in one day you will travel through time along Film Park's vintage streets and savor a thousand years of calm aboard a rowboat in Zhujiajiao—along the way, there are movie sets, local snacks, fragrant tea, and a side of Shanghai you have never seen before. • Picture-perfect at every turn – vintage trams, shikumen lanes, arched bridges, and white-walled reflections – your phone will capture cinematic shots effortlessly. • A rowboat cruise through a thousand‑year water town – board a wooden boat, glide under Ming‑dynasty bridges, with white‑walled houses and willows sliding past. This is the most authentic way to experience Zhujiajiao and the unhurried rhythm of Jiangnan's waterways. • Iconic film sets – walk the sets of Kung Fu Hustle, Lust, Caution, and Blossoms Shanghai, and see Zhujiajiao's old bridges and houses on screen.

This is a classic Shanghai day tour you simply cannot miss—covering the city's most important landmarks in just one day. From a Ming-dynasty garden to a 600-year-old temple, from the Venice of the East to the Bund's century-old skyline, Shanghai's past and present unfold before you in hours. You'll see not one side of Shanghai, but every side: the garden's tranquility, the temple's bustle, the water town's pace, the Bund's grandeur. Yu Garden slows you down, the temple quiets your mind, Zhujiajiao rocks you gently, and the Bund breeze wakes you up—by the end of this day, Shanghai will have gotten under your skin. • Yu Garden presents classic Jiangnan scenery with rocks and bamboo • Feel local life at the City God Temple in Shanghai's old town • Cruise along Zhujiajiao water town and enjoy authentic ancient views • The Bund spans centuries; old and new Shanghai face each other across the river • Discover two sides of Shanghai: modern glamour and ancient Jiangnan charm

On this three-hour walking tour, step back into what was once the countryside of Shanghai and uncover the stories woven into its lanes and landmarks. As we wander through the iconic sites, including a "Foreign Lane" filled with villas built back in the 1920s and a former country club, you’ll also savor some carefully selected local bites & Sips —a flavorful journey curated by your local cousin, Li, designed to leave you with authentic tastes and lasting memories of Shanghai.

On this three-hour walk, you’ll step into the heart of Shanghai’s historic French Concession. We’ll visit celebrated landmarks such as the Xintiandi and Sinan Mansions. Along the way, I’ll treat you to 5+ local bites & sips —a flavorful finale carefully chosen by your local cousin, Li, so you can truly savor the taste of Shanghai. - Explore the Heart of Former French Concession - Learn about the Different Lives around the Lanehouses and the Villas. - Savor 5+ Local Bites & Sips - Hangout with Awesome Li

On this three-hour walking tour, travel beyond where today’s Bund began. We’ll visit several historic sites, a food street and take a stroll by the Suzhou Creek. Along the way, you’ll savor more than five carefully selected local dishes and drinks—a true taste journey personally curated by your guide, Li, crafted to leave you with authentic flavors and lasting memories of Shanghai. - Explore The Area Extended from The Bund - Learn about the History and Revitalization of & around the Bund - Savor 5+ Local Bites & Sips - Hangout with Awesome Li

This experience goes beyond simply wearing Hanfu. Travel from Shanghai to Suzhou by high-speed train, enjoy professional styling, and spend time exploring one of China's most beautiful historic districts with a local host. It's a unique opportunity to experience both modern and traditional China in a single day.

Unlike standard daytime Zhujiajiao tours, this private half-day tour is timed for late afternoon and early evening, when the crowds fade and the canals, bridges, lantern streets, and water reflections become more atmospheric. The experience focuses on a relaxed water-town walk, local stories, photo spots, and optional upgrades such as a boat ride or Kezhi Garden visit when available. On the return journey, your driver can drop you off anywhere within downtown Shanghai, so you may continue enjoying the city’s night views, such as the illuminated Yuyuan Garden area or the Bund.

Step into two worlds in one day—from the tranquil canals of an ancient water town to the glittering backlots of old Shanghai. This is not just a sightseeing tour; it's a hands-on immersion into Chinese culture, cuisine, and cinema.

This 3-hour tour offers 09:00 AM or 02:00 PM departures to fit your schedule. Cross the Huangpu LIKE A LOCAL Forget the tourist traps. We’re hopping on the local ferry for a 2-yuan crossing—the best skyline view in the city for the price of a snack. Go INSIDE the Bund’s Legends Most people just take a selfie out front. We’ll take you inside the Peace Hotel’s Art Deco lobby to walk the same halls as Charlie Chaplin and Sun Yat-sen. The "Viral" Skyline Shot We’ve found the perfect vantage point tucked under the Shanghai Tower and SWFC. We'll show you exactly where to stand to get that massive skyscraper backdrop. The Most Instagrammable Bridge Zhapulu Bridge is where the magic happens. You’ll get the historic Garden Bridge and the futuristic Pudong towers in one perfect frame. Shanghai’s Best-Kept Secret We’ll finish with a bonus stop at a hidden marble hall that most travelers walk right past.

Most travelers stay downtown, missing the true "origin story" of this megacity. Why this route? Escape the crowds of the Bund. We head west to Songjiang, the "Roots of Shanghai." In one day, you’ll witness the collision of Neolithic history, modern architectural wonders, and the cutting edge of cosmic exploration. Guangfulin Museum: Explore iconic floating pavilions and trace 6,000 years of Shanghai’s roots. Deep Pit Hotel: Descend 88m into a quarry to witness this National Geographic architectural wonder. Sci-Fi Village: Encounter a 65m radio telescope for a surreal blend of rural life and deep space. Private Service: Enjoy flexible, door-to-door transfers from downtown with a private itinerary. Curated Route: Designed for photography lovers, history buffs, and off-beat explorers.

Discover Shanghai's most iconic sites in just one day on this comprehensive 8-hour tour. Begin at the historic Yuyuan Garden and the City God Temple, where stories from the Ming Dynasty come to life. Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring the city's famous crab meat soup dumplings and crab roe noodles. Explore the trendy Xintiandi district and visit significant landmarks like the Bund and Lujiazui, before ascending the Shanghai Tower for breathtaking views. With flexible timing to enjoy the top, this tour offers a stress-free way to experience Shanghai's rich culture and vibrant skyline. - Comprehensive 8-hour tour of Shanghai's top attractions - Includes lunch with local delicacies and hotel pick-up - English-speaking guide and all entrance tickets included - Unlimited time at the Shanghai Tower for stunning city views

Private City Tour – Enjoy a dedicated 8-hour Shanghai tour exclusively for your group. Shanghai Highlights – Discover three popular landmarks in one trip. Admission tickets are not included. Flexible Service – Pickup and return are arranged around your plans. Optional English Guide – Learn more with a professional English-speaking guide when the guided option is selected. Comfortable Travel – Relax in a private air-conditioned vehicle throughout your journey.

Known as the "Venice of the East", Suzhou boasts winding waterways, age-old buildings and exquisite classical gardens. Join this private full-day tour from Shanghai and uncover Suzhou’s top attractions alongside secret hidden spots. The tour includes a dedicated guide and transfers. Pick your travel option: private car, bullet train, or a combination. Upgrade your package to include lunch, a canal boat trip and garden entry fees, fitting perfectly with your schedule and budget. Tour Perks 1. Stress-free travel from Shanghai to Suzhou; transport arrangements are taken care of 2. A private guide delivers a personalized itinerary built around you 3. Transfer service available for downtown Shanghai hotel pickups 4. Flexible optional extras let you craft your ideal day tour

Fulfill your Great Wall dream with this full-day private tour starting in Shanghai! Take the high-speed bullet train to Beijing and discover the Great Wall of China, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spanning over 2,000 years, this incredible ancient wonder embodies the ingenuity of ancient China. After arriving in Beijing, your expert local guide will pick the best wall section (Badaling, Juyongguan or Mutianyu) based on real-time traffic to guarantee a hassle-free trip. Trek the iconic stone walls, explore historic beacon towers, and admire the spectacular scenery of this world-famous landmark. At the end of your tour, you may opt to travel back to Shanghai by high-speed train or stay over in Beijing. Your all-inclusive deal covers Shanghai-Beijing high-speed train tickets, a professional English-speaking guide and entrance tickets to the Great Wall.

Travel from Shanghai to Beijing, China’s capital, by high-speed bullet train and immerse yourself in its profound history and vibrant culture. On this 2-day private tour, your affable, well-informed personal guide will offer you an in-depth insight into this captivating metropolis, local neighbourhoods and authentic regional cuisine. Your sightseeing itinerary covers three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. You will visit Tiananmen Square, wander through traditional Hutong alleyways and savour a genuine Chinese lunch. This private tour features a flexible schedule, allowing you to sightsee and explore at your own pace. The package includes high-speed train tickets, attraction admission fees, lunch, an English-speaking tour guide and exclusive private transportation. You may opt to conclude your journey in Beijing or travel back to Shanghai.

We hope that orders can be placed at least 24 hours ahead of the cut-off time, so that we can have more time to prepare and ensure a pleasant experience for you. At around 9 am, we will pick you up and head to Yuyuan Old Street, where you can buy snacks and souvenirs. Next, we will visit Yu Garden, where you can experience the beauty of classical Chinese gardens. For lunch, we will order lunch for you. However, if you want to order your own, you should cover the cost yourself. After lunch, we will drive to Shanghai Tower. Step onto the viewing platform for a panoramic view of the city, feeling the thrill of walking among the clouds. Finally, we will head to the Bund. Here you can admire historical architecture and take a cruise to admire the skyline. Finally, we will send you back to the hotel. As the above itinerary is for reference only, we can also assist you to customize the itinerary. However, time will be adjusted and we need to settle the price when confirming the itinerary.

We hope that orders can be placed at least 24 hours ahead of the cut-off time, so that we can have more time to prepare and ensure a pleasant experience for you. At the appointed time, we will pick you up from your hotel in Shanghai and head to Suzhou, the "Paradise on the Earth", by bullet train. Throughout the day, your guide will lead you on an immersive journey through the classical gardens and water towns of Jiangnan: you can admire the pinnacle of garden design with its beautiful scenery at classical Chinese gardens, pray for wealth and good luck at Dinghui Temple, and finally stroll along Shantang Street, taking a hand-pulled boat through its picturesque waterways. At the end of the tour, we will send you back to Shanghai. As the above itinerary is for reference only, we can assist you to customize the itinerary if you want to visit other attractions instead of recommended ones. However, time will be adjusted and we need to settle the price when confirming the itinerary.

We hope that orders can be placed at least 24 hours ahead of the cut-off time, so that we can have more time to prepare and ensure a pleasant experience for you. We will pick you up and drive to Zhujiajiao Water Town (you can choose to get there by train if you like, but it will take longer to get there). Here, you can take a hand-rowed boat to enjoy scenic waterways, explore ancient architecture, and walk along the food street to look for local snacks. For lunch, you can have Chinese food like wontons and noodles. Lunch is generally ordered by us. However, if you'd like to order your own meal instead of the one we've arranged, you'll need to cover the cost yourself. Then, we will drive back to downtown Shanghai and visit landmarks like Yu Garden and the Bund. At the end of the tour, we will send you back to the same location as the pick-up location.

Delve into the heart of Shanghai with a 2-day premium tour that features iconic landmarks and cultural experiences. Begin your journey at the Bund, where the historic skyline meets the Huangpu River. Enjoy a magical night cruise that reveals the city's shimmering lights, and visit the iconic Oriental Pearl TV Tower for breathtaking views. Conclude your adventure with a retro-style performance at the Paramount, capturing the essence of Shanghai's vibrant culture. Stay in luxury at the Banyan Tree Shanghai on the Bund. Explore Shanghai's blend of ancient and modern attractions Enjoy a night cruise on the Huangpu River for stunning views Visit the iconic Oriental Pearl TV Tower and enjoy panoramic views Experience a retro style performance at Paramount during your stay

Your night begins with The Imperial Night Pass. You’ll be appointed an Honored Night Envoy and given a secret mission: pass through three distinctive bars and discover where Chinese traditions meet modern Shanghai nightlife. The experience runs from 7:30 PM to approximately 10:30 PM. At each bar stop, you’ll get 1 free shot. Along the way, you can explore Chinese wellness culture, enjoy included shots featuring special Chinese flavors, connect with fellow Night Envoys from around the world, learn Chinese drinking phrases and share stories together. Additional drinks are available to purchase directly from each bar. For a more immersive experience, select the Premium Option when booking. We’ll reserve your pulse-reading cocktail experience in advance at a special rate. A practitioner will introduce traditional methods such as pulse reading and tongue observation before suggesting a personalized herbal-inspired cocktail.

Some nights begin with a drink. This one begins with a question. Starting at 7:30 PM, join a local host for a three-hour journey through three distinctive bars, where ancient Chinese mysticism meets Shanghai’s creative nightlife. The first stop is a Taoist-inspired divination bar. Order a cocktail, receive a traditional yellow talisman, and write down a question about love, career, well-being, or the future. As the talisman is set alight in a symbolic ritual, watch your reading unfold. The drinks draw on the Taoist idea of yin-yang balance. Your host will stay with you throughout the experience, explain the cultural background and assist with translation. The next two bars reveal a younger, experimental side of Shanghai through inventive cocktails combining fresh fruit with unexpected Asian flavors. Tonight, every mood is welcome—joyful or quiet, certain or conflicted. Meet fellow travelers, find a little clarity, and leave with a lighter heart and a story unique to Shanghai.

Explore the romantic former French Concession of Shanghai on a relaxing half-day walking tour. Wander along tree-lined avenues, admire classic European-style villas, and hear fascinating historical stories. Visit iconic Wukang Building, historic Wukang Road, Hengshan Road and the ancient Jing'an Temple. Enjoy professional English guidance in a small group, away from crowded tourist routes. I am a middle-aged English-speaking tour guide with a mature and steady temperament and extensive experience. I can provide tourists with more professional and in-depth explanations of historical and cultural knowledge.

Discover the stunning contrasts of Shanghai on this half-day tour that takes you from the heights of the Shanghai Tower to the historic Bund and a picturesque Huangpu River cruise. Kick off your adventure atop the Shanghai Tower with one of the world's fastest elevators, reaching the 118th-floor observation deck for breathtaking views. Enjoy some leisure time at The Bund, where you can marvel at the historic architecture while capturing the essence of Shanghai's skyline. Finally, unwind on a 50-minute night cruise along the Huangpu River, soaking in the illuminated cityscape and iconic landmarks from a unique perspective. - Half-day group tour exploring Shanghai's skyline and waterfront - Ascend Shanghai Tower for panoramic views from the 118th floor - Free time at The Bund to enjoy historic buildings and stunning vistas - Relax on a 50-minute Huangpu River cruise showcasing the city's night lights