Shanghai Private Day Tour: Classic Icons Meet Hidden Gems

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Not your check-the box experience. Hear untold stories of Shanghai's landmarks like Yu Garden, the Bund and French Concession. Also venture into hidden lanes, old town, art craft sutdios and wet market that few tourists would able to see.

Highlights:
- Admire the Bund and learn about its role in Shanghai history
- Visit a lesser-known spot with stunning views of the Pudong skyline
- Discover a Shanghai's finest Chinese garden
- Wander through the quiet Old Town and witness its last moments before it disappears
- Visit a local wet market and choose your favorite food(lunch not included)
- Explore Tianzifang,and create a Chinese craft in this an artsy district
- Stroll tree-lined alleys and people-watching in a French-style park in the historic French Concession
- Try milk tea and coffee drinks that are trendy among locals
- Signature sunset experiences - sunset stroll along the river promenade, followed by cruise on Huangpu River (Sunset combo only)
- Take home a unique, memorable gift

What's Included

English-speaking tour guide
Vehicle for pick-up, drop-off and during the tour (Premier taxi or private car depends on the option you choose)
Bottled water in the premier taxi / private ca
A special gift
Chinese crafts experience
Admission to attractions listed in the itinerary
One coffee drink and one milk tea drink
lunch (We'll take you to a lively wet market to pick your own favorites)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please note that we offer pickup and drop-off services, at your preferred location in Shanghai. (1) Free pickup and drop-off are included for hotels or preferred locations within the city center of Shanghai, defined as a 6 km radius from People's Park, including the most popular areas such as: the Bund, Nanjing Road, West Nanjing Road, People's Square, Lujiazui, Jing'an Temple, Zhongshan Park, Yu Garden, the Former French Concession, Xujiahui, and other central areas (2) We also offer free drop-off service if you choose to end the tour at Fuxing Park. If you choose sunset experience, the guide will see you off at the pier. Please note that the guide will not accompany you on the cruise and there is no drop-off service after the cruise.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Stroll along Suzhou Creek's revitalized riverbank with charming promenades, lush mini-gardens and cozy cafés. Along the way, we'll uncover architectural treasures like a century-old post office and historic residential complexes

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    We will stop for a premium coffee and admire the architecture at ROCKBUND, perceived as the backstreet of the world-famous Bund. This area underwent an 18-year-long revitalization by a team of international architects and fully opened to the public in 2023.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    The Bund (Wai Tan)

    Discover the Bund, the iconic symbol of Shanghai's peak in the early 20th century. Uncover the hidden stories of these historic buildings and their role in a defining moment of Chinese history

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Yu Garden (Yuyuan)

    Learn how to appreciate a Chinese garden and its subtle beauty. The guide will uncover all classic design of a traditional Chinese garden one by one. We will also explore the city wall ruins and quiet city town nearby

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    TianZiFang, once a century-old residential alley, is now well known among visitors for its artsy vibe. Choose your favorite Chinese art experience from our curated selection and create a personalized keepsake to take home

    50 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Former French Concession

    Known for its tree-lined streets, grand architecture, and local alleys. We've selected some of the most impressive neighborhoods in the former French Concession area and show you its unique charm. Along the way, we will try some trendy milk tea drinks in the city!

    1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7

    The sunken gardens and grand fountain might make you wonder if you're in Shanghai or Paris! Here, you'll find vibrant activities like saxophone playing, Tai Chi, and Chinese yo-yo performances

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 8

    Sunset stroll along the river promenade, seeing the Bund turns golden in the magic hours, followed by a cruise experience up and down the Huangpu river. It’s the perfect way to end a day full of contrasts, culture, and wow moments. Please note that we will not be entering the Museum of Pudong Art. Instead, we will take a stroll along the river promenade near the museum to enjoy the fantastic view of the sunset and the Bund across the river

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Eastbound and Beyond

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