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Samantha_M, Aug 2026
Ask for Jim - great tour and guide!
This was an awesome authentic experience and a great way to ease into Shanghai. Jim was such a great guide, local and was so patient with everyone in the group. I am so glad I did this. If you want to experience food and history of Shanghai I highly recommend
Ann_s, Aug 2026
Great tour for older couple.
The water town does take a while to drive to but once there it is well worth it.
We had only just arrived in Shanghai in the morning and were lucky enough to be able to book a tour beginning at 12.30 the same day.
Judy was an excellent guide, we would have no hesitation in recommending her.
Our pick up from the hotel went without a hitch and the car and driver were faultless.
Judy made sure we had plenty of photos to remember the tour by.
The garden visit was an enchanting mixture of history and nature, and the boat ride and subsequent wander around the old streets was very enjoyable.
Judy made sure we managed the steps etc as we have some mobility issues.
Thank you Judy.
Dee_W, Aug 2026
Brilliant tour!
This tour was absolutely brilliant! If you want a good introduction to Shanghai and the popular spots, you’ll absolutely get it with the benefit of someone knowing exactly where to go and the history of the different locations. Also loved that it was a private tour because it was comfortable for ourselves and our almost 3 year old twin toddlers. Our guide Xin was super kind, helpful and informative - she would often take the helm and push one stroller for us. Thank you for a great tour, we loved it! And thank you too for showing us the best dumpling spot in Shanghai.
Beau_D, Aug 2026
Had a wonderful day with...
Had a wonderful day with Wing! The trip was very personalized to our interests and we got to experience all parts of Shanghai, both old and new! From additional Tea Service and Silk Factory, to giving advice on what to do that evening, it was too notch and Wing was one of the best guides I have ever had.
Rachel_P, Aug 2026
Annie was an excellent...
Annie was an excellent tour guide. She made the tour fun, interesting and educational. I love to learn and Annie was a wealth of information that made me spend the evening dive further into many of the topics we discussed. Everything was easy and enjoyable - so much so that I am doing a tour with her again the next day!
Yuliya_K, Aug 2026
The best tour of Shanghai
I cannot even describe how amazing was a tour. This company made it the best memory! Kalvin who was our tour guide had so much knowledge about the city. The experience was outstanding. I will recommend it 1000 percent. We celebrated anniversary and they upgraded us to VIP section plus gave us a cake as a gift. That was SO nice! Thank you for creating the best memories. We were so happy the first day that we got another tour with them next day to water town with the same tour guide. Now we know SO much about this beautiful city.
Tiffany_R, Aug 2026
Emma our tour guide was...
Emma our tour guide was right on time and incredibly friendly and accommodating. She asked us our preferences the day before ans made aure the experience was tailored just for us. We learned so much history and felt safe and comfortable the entire time. The secret garden.....was a treasure excellent lunch spot. Well done Emma.....we had a fantastic time
Jeni_B, Jul 2026
A smooth experience due to earlier and frequent communication by the tour company!
Excellent communication. Received an invite to start a What’s App chat within a day of booking (even though my reservation was a month out). Two days prior, received my drivers photo and car photo with license plate info. They tracked my flight and kept me updated. Driver also texted me a photo of my hotel with address to confirm the location was accurate (I was staying outside of city center by SJTU). Then after getting my bags, the driver was waiting with my name/sign after customs. Not certain he spoke English, though there wasn’t a need to communicate as I just followed him to the car, which was a short walk to the parking garage. Definitely recommend vs a Didi/taxi.
Leemay_C, Jul 2026
Amazing experience with the two of us and one guide just for us. Lin was fabulous!
For some reason I was expecting a group tour like I've had in the past, your and your best friend plus 30 strangers on a bus, one tour guide with a microphone, that sort of thing. I did not realize that for this great price you could get a private tour with your very own tour guide just for our twosome! I also didn't realize it would be so complete, with cars at each interval for just the 3 of us to connect us to the next stop, and lunch would be whatever we wanted to order at a wonderful restaurant--it was nearly a banquet. All this was wonderful but the particularly great part of it was our guide Lin. She kept to English for us (my bestie is bilingual but I don't have a word of Chinese) and not only gave us facts about our tour but steered us toward great shopping opportunities, made sure we were comfortable at every step (it was broiling hot), made great recommendations at our restaurant, and was so incredibly kind and welcoming and conversational, it was like we'd made an instant friend. She was so splendid a person to get to know that I would absolutely ask for her again on any and every tour for which she was available. If you are looking for something one-on-one and to eat great food, get this tour, and if you want a terrific person to be your guide do ask for Lin, she's just amazing!
Sailesh_S, Jul 2026
Great Tour and Guide
We had an absolutely fantastic day exploring Shanghai with Jane, and we honestly couldn't have asked for a better guide. From the moment we met her, she was warm, welcoming, and genuinely excited to show us her city. It felt like spending the day with a knowledgeable local friend rather than being on a tour.
Jane customized the day perfectly and made sure we got to experience both the iconic sights and the unique character of Shanghai. Walking along The Bund while she shared stories about the city's fascinating history and impressive skyline gave us a whole new appreciation for how Shanghai has evolved over the years. Visiting Yu Garden was another highlight, and Jane explained the history and symbolism behind the beautiful architecture and gardens in a way that made it so much more meaningful.
We also loved wandering through the French Concession, where Jane pointed out hidden gems, historic buildings, and charming streets we never would have discovered on our own. The visit to Shanghai Tower was the perfect way to finish the day—the views were absolutely breathtaking, and Jane made sure we knew exactly what we were looking at as we admired the city from above.
What really made the tour special was Jane herself. She was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, funny, and happy to answer every question we had. She paced the day perfectly, never making us feel rushed, and she even gave us fantastic recommendations for local restaurants, cafés, and places to explore after the tour. Every recommendation was excellent!
This was one of the best tours we've ever done and easily one of the highlights of our trip to China. If you're visiting Shanghai, this tour is an absolute must. And if you're lucky enough to have Jane as your guide, you're in for an unforgettable day. Thank you, Jane, for helping us fall in love with Shanghai—we'll be talking about this experience for years to come!
Samuel_K, Jul 2026
Family trip to Zhujiajiao water town and The Bund
This was one of our highlights in Shanghai. With the help of our amazing guide Xin, we got to experience the beautiful Yu gardens, The Shanghai Tower, The Bund and the Zhujiajiao water town. Xin is just the guide we needed - knowledgeable and generous with information, ensured we captured the moments by taking our photos, patient and caring especially when we needed to take breaks. We had a lovely local lunch at Zhujiajiao water town and the boat ride was amazing. I would recommend this trip and more so - our guide Xin
SitiKamariah_I, Jun 2026
A great night out
We had a wonderful tour exploring the beautiful night lights along the Huangpu River and the charming atmosphere of Yuyuan Old Street. The cruise offered stunning views of Shanghai’s illuminated skyline, making it a truly memorable experience. Our tour guide, Mary, was very knowledgeable, friendly and spoke very good English. She shared many interesting facts and stories about the city’s history and culture. As an added bonus, Mary is a great photographer and helped us capture fantastic photos throughout the tour. Thank you to the driver as well who ensured we reached our stops safely and for the excellent navigation.
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The largest city in China, Shanghai is full of enough activities and attractions to keep you occupied for days. It’s also well-placed for quick excursions to top destinations nearby. When you’re ready to venture past the city’s borders, these guided Shanghai day trips take care of logistics and transportation hassles, whether you’re looking to explore nearby ancient water towns, the classical gardens and silk-making history of Suzhou, notable Buddhist sites in Wuxi, or the classical scenery of Hangzhou.
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