Top Shanghai Day Trips

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from $399

Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

(1,195)

from $115

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.

Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train with All Inclusive Option

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

(328)

from $220

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.

4-Hour Private Shanghai City Tour with Old and New Highlights

4-Hour Private Shanghai City Tour with Old and New Highlights

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

(278)

from $93

Appreciate China’s provincial delights without the hassle of planning or logistics, during a full-day tour of two charming traditional towns from Shanghai. With English- and Mandarin-speaking guides to provide enriching commentary, stroll amid the botanical beauty of Suzhou’s gorgeous gardens; see the Grand Canal; visit the Panmen Gate and Suzhou Silk Museum; and cruise along the waterways of Zhouzhuang on a Chinese-style gondola.

Canalboat floating through Zhouzhuang Water Village in Suzhou, China.

Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Day Trip from Shanghai

10 hoursFree Cancellation

3.8

(433)

from $135

All-inclusive Half-day Private Tour To Zhujiajiao Water Town

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(54)

from $138

Shanghai Private Tour: Zhujiajiao Water Town and Boat Ride

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

(727)

from $148

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.

Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Train is the quickest way to reach Hangzhou from Shanghai. Pair the comforts of a private day trip, including transport, a guide, lunch at a tea farm or a local restaurant, a boat trip, a scenic hike, and more, with the speed of a Chinese bullet train on this convenient day out. Choose between first-class, business-class, and second-class tickets, and upgrade to include round-trip transfers from your downtown Shanghai address.

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from $79

LUXURY Bullet Train Ride: Private Hangzhou Day Trip From Shanghai

LUXURY Bullet Train Ride: Private Hangzhou Day Trip From Shanghai

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

(55)

from $234

Enhance your sightseeing experience of Shanghai on an enriching full-day excursion around the city. See some of the city’s top sights with a local English speaking guide to provide context and commentary. Highlights include the Shanghai Museum, People's Square, Jade Buddha Temple, the Bund, Yuyuan Garden, and Xintiandi. Includes entrance fees, lunch, and central Shanghai hotel pickup and drop-off.

People crowd around the Jade Buddha Temple in Shanghai.

Best of Shanghai Day Tour, including Jade Buddha Temple & Bund & Yuyuan Garden

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.0

(347)

from $79

Say goodbye to language hassles and hello to two of eastern China’s most beautiful ancient water towns on this door-to-door private full-day tour from Shanghai. Stroll cobbled paths and ancient bridges in 1,300-year-old Wuzhen, enjoy a leisurely cruise, and feast on a local lunch. Then transfer to historic Xitang for a spectacular sunset, a riverside dinner, and a walk through timeless streets.

Wuzhen and Xitang Water Town Private Full Day Trip from Shanghai with Lunch and Dinner

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

(67)

from $284

Discover the rich cultural tapestry of Hangzhou, a city shrouded in history and natural splendor, on a full-day tour from Shanghai. Accompanied by an accomplished guide, gain fascinating insight into China’s most esteemed tea at Meijiawu Tea Village; cruise on the idyllic and inspirational West Lake; and marvel at the alluring architecture of the Six Harmonies Pagoda. Explore the historical highlights and cultural delights of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city on this all-inclusive tour, during which lunch, round-trip transportation and entrance fees are complimentary.

Hangzhou - Heaven on Earth Day Trip from Shanghai

Hangzhou: Heaven on Earth Day Trip from Shanghai including West Lake Cruise

10 hoursFree Cancellation

3.3

(115)

from $169

Get to know Shanghai with your own guide on this full-day private tour. Admire bird’s-eye views from a Shanghai Tower, stroll along the Bund, and visit the Yuyuan Garden and bazaar. Plus, explore the Confucius Temple and Former French Concession area, and enjoy a traditional tea ceremony. Choose to travel by public transport (own expense) if you're in a group of four or fewer, or upgrade to get around by private vehicle.

Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights

8 hoursFree Cancellation

(374)

from $109

Private Flexible Nanjing City Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

10 hours

(11)

from $298

4-Hour Flexible Private Shanghai City Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

(286)

from $115

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.

Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Shanghai

Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Shanghai

8 hoursFree Cancellation

(227)

from $99

Shanghai Tower Ticket Booking

1 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(67)

from $39

Get the most out of your Shanghai trip by experiencing the combination of a Huangpu River cruise and a Xinjiang food experience. Take the stress out of navigating the metro, and instead travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. See multiple famous Shanghai landmarks from your river cruise such as Oriental Pearl TV Tower and World Financial Center, and have a guide to translate the menu during your Xinjiang feast.

Shanghai Night River Cruise Tour with Xinjiang Style Dining Experience

3 hoursFree Cancellation

(355)

from $155

Shanghai Pudong Airport to Shanghai Hotels: Private with Meet & Greet Service

1 hourFree Cancellation

(186)

from $35

This self-guided tour from Shanghai offers a comfortable private transfer service up to 12 hours so that you will have good enough time to discover both beautiful Wuzhen and Xitang water town from day and night. Travel to 1,300-year-old Wuzhen, and stroll around the canals, bridges, and Ming-era houses. In the late afternoon, continue to Xitang where you can appreciate the sunset as well as the river view under the moonlight.

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Private Round Transfer to Wuzhen &Xitang Water Town from Shanghai

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

(11)

from $129

It’s a matter of debate which of Suzhou and Zhouzhuang really counts as the Venice of the East. But after this fabulous private door-to-door (or port-to-port) tour you’re bound to have an opinion. Spend the morning in Suzhou, exploring the Master-of-Nets Garden, Suzhou Silk Museum, and Panmen Gate. After a restaurant lunch, admire Zhouzhuang’s scenic bridges, lanes, and canals on foot and by gondola.

Private Day Excursion to Suzhou and ZhouZhuang Water Village from Shanghai

9 hoursFree Cancellation

(34)

from $230

See the city of Shanghai light up at night, without worrying about language barriers or navigating, on this private evening tour, which takes you to top attractions such as Yuyuan Old Street, Xin Tian Di, and the skyscrapers of Lujiazui. Take in panoramic views of the city from the VIP deck of a cruise along the Huangpu River, and then choose to be dropped off back at your hotel or to continue your evening out on the town.

Private Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise and Shanghai Lights

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

(172)

from $128

Enhance your experience of Shanghai regardless of time constrains on a morning or afternoon half-day sightseeing tour. See the best of Shanghai with a knowledgeable guide as you discover historical highlights like The Bund and the Jade Buddha Temple. Learn the complex process of pearl cultivation at the Fresh Water Pearl Gallery; absorb the antique charm of Shanghai Old Street; and delve into the city’s rich historical heritage at Shanghai Museum. Convenient round-trip transportation from your Shanghai hotel is included on this tour.

Shanghai Half Day Morning or Afternoon Sightseeing Tour

4 hours 50 minutesFree Cancellation

3.6

(110)

from $53

• Private tour of Xi’an in one day • No so called government factories, tea shops, and etc • Round trip airfare from/to Shanghai included • Lunch at popular local restaurants instead of tourist food • Downtown Shanghai hotel pickup and drop off included • Professional and licensed English speaking tour guide • Visit Terracotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, The City Wall and the Muslim Street (if time allows)

Quick Tour to Xi'an Terracotta Warriors from Shanghai by Air in One Day

11 to 13 hours

4.8

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from $789

Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Private Day Tour

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What are people saying about Shanghai

Shannon_L, Jun 2026

Fun, full day in Shanghai and Water City

Our family of five (3 teenagers) had a very fun day in Shanghai with tour guide Snow! The tour company was really great about communicating with us before the tour and the private van picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel. We enjoyed seeing Yu Gardens, the Bund, Shanghai tower and Water City. We also had a delicious family-style Chinese lunch. The tour was seamless and Snow was very informative and very easy to be with. I would highly recommend!

4-Hour Flexible Private Shanghai City Tour

Kevin, Jun 2026

Great tour with Kalvin

We had an afternoon during a 24 hour layover in Shanghai and wanted an introduction to the city focused on architecture and history. Our guide, Kalvin, was very knowledgeable and did a great job tailoring an itinerary to our interests and the limited time that we had. We felt like we got a good overview of the city and also really appreciated his ability to talk about a city he knows very well since he grew up there. The driver was also great--met us at the airport and dropped us off at our evening destination while we stored our bags securely in the vehicle.

Shanghai Private Tour: Zhujiajiao Water Town and Boat Ride

SusanMaree_B, Jun 2026

A perfect day trip from Shanghai!

I am so glad that we booked this tour experience. Everything was perfect - communication leading up to the tour was clear, the tour guide, Snow, was incredible, and the driver negotiated the traffic with great calm and skill. We are very grateful to Snow who was just lovely to meet and talk to throughout the tour. She is very knowledgeable and shared many stories and insights about this beautiful and very old water village. We left the tour feeling like we have a new friend in Shanghai - Thank you, Snow!

Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai

Jennifer_S, Jun 2026

Perfect Afternoon Tour

I had such a great afternoon on this tour! It was just the two of us and it was so easy and enjoyable. The food, dessert, and tea were just fantastic and I left absolutely stuffed. 😁😁 I did this tour as part of a long layover in Shanghai and would 100% recommend to anyone. Thanks again!!

Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights

Mahesh_P, Jun 2026

Awesome experience

We really enjoyed the tour and were very happy with Wing's service. She was extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and explained everything clearly and in an interesting way. In fact, a couple of times during the tour, other tourists mentioned to us how much better and more detailed Wing's explanations were compared to their own guides. Her passion and knowledge really made the experience memorable for us. Please pass on our thanks to Wing for such a wonderful tour!

Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train with All Inclusive Option

Daniel_L, Jun 2026

A very efficient trip to Suzhou from Shanghai

Kimi met us on time at our hotel and gave us an excellent door to door tour to and of Suzhou. He brought us to a great restaurant for lunch and we had a great meal. Walking through the gardens of Suzhou were a great highlight for us. Definitely wear comfortable shoes as we walked approximately 7 miles and the gardens have many steps and uneven stone paths.

Shanghai Night River Cruise Tour with Xinjiang Style Dining Experience

Doug_S, Jun 2026

Unforgettable Night Time River Cruise down the Huangpu

The night time river boat cruise on the Huangpu with Queena was absolutely amazing. She did a fantastic job with making this cruise unforgettable. Queena is very knowledgeable and has a terrific personality which made this cruise a must when your come to Shanghai. Queena was right on time for pickup at the hotel and truly made this trip something that I will never forget. If you have a chance you should request Queena as your tour guide.

Private Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise and Shanghai Lights

Kenyagalvan, May 2026

Linda was absolutely...

Linda was absolutely amazing — so friendly, warm, and welcoming from the moment we met her. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the local history and shared so many interesting facts and stories throughout the experience. You can tell she truly loves what she does. Her kindness and enthusiasm made everything even more enjoyable. Highly recommend touring with Linda!

Shanghai: Southern Great Wall Day Trip by Bullet Train

Matthew_W, May 2026

A lovely day with my...

A lovely day with my guide, Miao. Super nice, extremely knowledgeable and interesting It is quite a long day, but the bullet train is fune and it is good to see a bit more of ordinary Chinese life. The southern wall is a little underwhelming, I found the old town walk much more interesting and enjoyable. It is quite expensive for what it is, but I had a lovely day.

Wuzhen and Xitang Water Town Private Full Day Trip from Shanghai with Lunch and Dinner

Victoria_N, May 2026

No regrets

This was a worthwhile excursion to go on; both a cultural and architectural gem. No regrets going on it with a day to spare in my Shanghai visit. Xin was a fantastic host, best photographer, knowledgeable Abbas passionate about old Chinese architecture. I’d do a different tour with her. Our ride from Shanghai was superb, the car clean. And Wuzhen: Magnifique!🥰

Shanghai Pudong Airport to Shanghai Hotels: Private with Meet & Greet Service

Victoria_R, Apr 2026

Professional and pleasant!

Super easy to work with this company. Great communication. No language barrier. They are thorough and responsive. Pick up instructions were clear and the driver was very helpful with luggage and my handicapped mom. Didn’t speak much English but he was very kind.

Private Amazing Shanghai City Day Tour in Your Way

Damian_D, Mar 2026

Great experience - made all the better by my excellent tour guide May!

I was apprehensive about booking a tour guide for a solo day experience in Shanghai, but I need not have worried. May is an excellent tour guide. She was so patient with all my questions and incredibly knowledgable about everywhere we went. I made multiple changes to the original suggested itinerary making this even more impressive. Alana behind the scenes was always attentive ensuring the whole experience went smoothly and our driver was on point. Always close by ready for the next stop. May made the experience so worthwhile I will plan to book a similar tour when I get my wife to come to Shanghai.