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Private Full Day Tour of Shanghai Landmarks and Highlights

By Trippest Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is £127 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Experience the vibrant blend of old and new in Shanghai with a private, fully customisable tour. Your Shagnhai insider guide will pick you up from your location, explore iconic Shanghai landmarks like the Bund, Former Concession, Nanjing Road, the Ming-Dynasty Yuyuan Garden, the Jade Buddha Temple, and the observation deck of Shanghai Tower, Shanghai’s tallest skyscrapers.
Enhance your experience by upgrading to include transport options such as a private car, rideshare, or metro. Alternatively, choose a all-inclusive package that covers your guide, transport, lunch, and entry tickets, just sit back and hassle free.
• Follow Shanghai Insider's route to explore the real Shanghai.
• Ideal for first-time visitors to get a great overview of the city.
• Tailored Itinerary with attraction that interests you.
• Flexible Options with various transport or an all-inclusive package.
• Enjoy a tour crafted to your interests with a dedicated private guide.

Activity location
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
    • Zhongshan East 1st Road,
    • Shanghai, Shanghai Region, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
    • Zhongshan East 1st Road,
    • Shanghai, Shanghai Region, China

Check availability

City Departure Guide Only
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Private Guide Service Only: Entrance fees, transport, food at your costs.
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
£127.14 x 1 Adult£127.14
Total
Price is £127.14
Until Mon, 15 Dec
City Departure+Guide+Vehicle
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Prvate Guide & Vehicle: Shanghai Insider guide, private driver and vehicle are included. Entrance fees and food at your own expense.
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
£207.92 x 1 Adult£207.92
Total
Price is £207.92
Until Mon, 15 Dec
City Departure+Guide+Metro
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Tour by Uber/Metro: Private insider guide, local transport fare (Uber taxi/Didi) are inclusive, entrance fees and food at your own expense.
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
£157.06 x 1 Adult£157.06
Total
Price is £157.06
Until Mon, 15 Dec
Private All Inclusive-City DEP
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

All-inclusive Tour: Insider guide, private vehicle, lunch, entrance fees to Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, Old Town are included.
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
£231.85 x 1 Adult£231.85
Total
Price is £231.85
Until Mon, 15 Dec
Private All Inclusive-Surb DEP
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Departure from: airport, cruise port, Shanghai surbub areas, etc.
Price includes: Insider guide, private vehicle, tasty lunch , entrance fees to Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple and Old Town.
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
£269.24 x 1 Adult£269.24
Total
Price is £269.24
Until Mon, 15 Dec

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private air-conditioned vehicle (Option with Private Guide & vehicle and All-inclusive is booked.)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Shanghai insider English Speaking tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Yu garden (Closed on every Monday), Jade buddha Temple, Old Town. Option with All-inclusive is booked.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local tasty food. If option with All-inclusive is booked.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    City centre pick up and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch and entrance fees (If option of All-inclusive is not booked)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fee to observation deck of the top tower
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Surbub hotel pick up and drop off (If All Inclusive-Surbub DEP " is not booked.)

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian or gluten-free option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
  • You will receive details about the tour guide and pickup in your voucher the day before. And the tour guide will also call you via hotel or leave a message for you about pickup time the night before tour.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Visa Waiver for small groups from cruise port for cruise passengers can be provided. Please contact at least 5 days in advance
  • For airport/cruise stopover or suburb area travellers, please choose Suburb Departure
  • Please note that Yuyuan Garden is closed on every Monday, and you will visit Jade Buddha Temple instead
  • Tour end time can be modified to accommodate your schedule, please advise at the time of booking
  • For city hotel departure travellers, airport/cruise port drop off service is available (extra USD25 per vehicle), please advise at the time of booking
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

The Bund (Wai Tan)
  • 30m
The Bund, Shanghai's iconic waterfront, showcases a spectacular collection of early 20th-century colonial architecture along the Huangpu River. This historic promenade symbolises the city's cosmopolitan past and economic vitality. You will experience a striking contrast between the classical European-style buildings on the west and the futuristic skyline of Pudong to the east. Strolling along the illuminated walkway at night offers an unforgettable visual symphony of lights and reflections, embodying Shanghai's blend of heritage and modernity.
Yu Garden (Yuyuan)
  • 50m
  • Admission ticket included
Yu Garden, a 16th-century Ming Dynasty classical garden in Shanghai, exemplifies refined Jiangnan landscape architecture. Its highlights include exquisite rockeries, serene ponds, and historic pavilions, masterfully integrated to embody classical aesthetic principles. The adjacent Yuyuan Bazaar enhances the experience with traditional culture and cuisine, offering a profound encounter with China’s architectural heritage and philosophical traditions.
Old Town (Nanshi)
  • 30m
Adjacent to the Yu Garden, the Old Town Bazaar often referred to as Shanghai’s “Chinatown”，showcases well-preserved Qing Dynasty-style architecture. Stroll across the iconic “Nine Zigzag Bridge,” believed to bring good luck, and immerse yourself in the nostalgic atmosphere of old Shanghai. The bustling market offers a wide variety of souvenirs, including handicrafts, antiques, jade, pearls, and silk products. For a cultural break, consider joining a tea ceremony (at your own expense) to sample premium local teas in a traditional setting.
Former French Concession
  • 40m
The Former French Concession, established in the 19th century, is a historic colonial-era district in Shanghai known for its unique blend of European architecture and Chinese urban culture. Its tree-lined avenues, well-preserved villas, and tranquil ambiance distinguish it as an iconic area of the city. You can stroll along shaded streets such as Hengshan and Fuxing Roads, admiring the elegant shikumen and garden residences. The district also offers chic cafés, boutique shops, and cultural sites, seamlessly merging historical charm with modern sophistication, a refined glimpse into Shanghai’s cosmopolitan past.
Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
  • 50m
Nanjing Road, one of the world's busiest shopping streets, stretches through the heart of Shanghai with a history spanning over a century. It seamlessly blends colonial-era architecture with modern commercial grandeur, featuring prestigious department stores, global brands, and historic shophouses. You'll experience a vibrant atmosphere day and night, from luxury shopping and gourmet dining to illuminated neon displays. The nearby pedestrianised section offers a lively stroll amid cultural landmarks and traditional eateries, embodying both the dynamism and heritage of Shanghai.
Jade Buddha Temple
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Founded in 1882, the Jade Buddha Temple is a serene Song Dynasty-style sanctuary housing two exquisite jade Buddhas brought from Myanmar. Visitors experience a blend of spiritual tranquility and architectural elegance through its ornate halls, carved deities, and incense-filled courtyards. This active temple offers a profound cultural escape within urban Shanghai, combining religious devotion with artistic heritage.
Shanghai Tower
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Rising 632 metres, the Shanghai Tower is China’s tallest skyscraper and a modern architectural icon. Its twisting glass facade and sustainable design symbolise Shanghai’s global ambition. You can ascend in high-speed lifts to the 118th-floor observatory for breathtaking 360-degree views of the city and the Huangpu River. The tower also integrates sky gardens, luxury venues, and innovative environmental technologies. It offers a stunning perspective on Shanghai’s past, present, and future.

Location

Activity location
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    The Bund (Wai Tan)
    • Zhongshan East 1st Road,
    • Shanghai, Shanghai Region, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    The Bund (Wai Tan)
    • Zhongshan East 1st Road,
    • Shanghai, Shanghai Region, China

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