All-Inclusive Private Day Tour: Best Shanghai w/ River Cruise

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Shanghai, China

9 to 10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Take a private full-day tour of Shanghai that provides insight into the city's history and culture, perfect for visitors with limited time. Tour both the east and west sides of Shanghai to discover the fascinating mix of modern and classical features of this dynamic city, including the vibrant Lujiazui skyline. Includes lunch, all transportation, entrance fees, and a cruise on the Huangpu River. Optional visits to high-rise observation decks can be arranged.

A hassle-free way to explore top Shanghai sights and enjoy a river cruise
Ideal for first-time visitors and travelers with limited time
A private tour offers more personalized experience
Free hotel pickup and drop-off included with private transfers

What's Included

An authentic, well-reviewed local restaurant lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off (within Shanghai central area)
Huangpu River Cruise Ticket(VIP seats are optional on the cruise)
Personal tour guide services
Private driver and car
All Fees and Taxes

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Please note: Languages other than English and Mandarin will require an additional fee of USD 50 per day, payable in cash to the guide on the day of the tour. Please note: Drop off and pickup outside of central Shanghai, such as Pudong International Airport, Hongqiao International Airport, Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal, Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, Shanghai Disney Area, Qinpu District, Jiading District, Chuansha District, or Songjiang District, Fengxian District, will incur an extra USD40 for your whole group and includes both pickup and dropoff. You can pay in cash (USD or RMB) directly to your guide when meeting.

Itinerary

Start with morning pickup from your hotel at your choice of departure time and travel with your private guide and driver to your first destination, an iconic building in the financial center.

Choose from the landmark Oriental Pearl TV Tower, the Shanghai World Financial Center, the JinMao Tower, or the Shanghai Tower (the newest and highest building in China). Your guide can take you up to the observation deck (entrance fee extra) for panoramic views.

Next, go to the Bund, a district that was controlled by the British during the concessions period. Hear about the history as you see 100-year old architecture, views over the Huangpu River, and riverside parks.

Continue to Confucius Temple, built in 1291, and enjoy the Confucius Tea Ceremony. Then browse fixed-price souvenirs in a government store before stopping for a lunch of traditional steamed buns and local dishes at a century-old restaurant.

In the afternoon, visit Yuyuan Garden, a famous classical garden that was founded more than 400 years ago during the Ming Dynasty. Next up, take a stroll along East Nanjing Road, considered the best pedestrian shopping street in Shanghai, like the Champs-Elysee of China. Then take in the atmosphere of east-meets-west in the former French Concession area, where Xintiandi and Tian Zi Fang are popular for dining and shopping.

Wind down your day with a relaxing cruise along the Huangpu River. At the end of your tour, your guide returns you to your hotel.

Note that the order of attractions may change.

The Bund (Wai Tan)

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Yu Garden

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Former French Concession

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Huangpu River

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Lujiazui

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Dress comfortably and for the season
If you choose afternoon departure time, you will have dinner instead of lunch
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Please wear comfortable shoes

Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
To secure your Yuyuan Garden Ticket and bypass queues, please provide your full name along with your passport number.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate