Flexible Hours of Private Shanghai Layover or Transfer Tour

2 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Specially designed for layover or transfer guests.
100% flexible customized to fit into guests' time schedule.
You can choose :
• Transfer Only;
• 4hr Transfer + sightseeing;
• 6hr Transfer + sightseeing;
• 8hr Transfer + sightseeing;
• 10hr Transfer + sightseeing.

Pick-up and drop-off at guests' time schedule at any address in Shanghai.
No mater you are airport layover or transfer from airport to cruise port or vice versa, or Disneyland hotel, or central hotel or train station. We smooth your trip!

Note: For airport layover guests, keep at least 3 hrs more than the tour duration you chosen, for flight boarding etc.

What's Included

Excellent private tour guide
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle

Meeting and pickup

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

Please tell us the starting time you wish. Please offer detailed information for pick-up/drop-off, such as flight, cruise, train schedule, port name, Disneyland hotel, or shanghai hotel address etc. Note: For airport layover guests, please keep at least 3 hrs more than the tour duration you chosen, for flight boarding etc.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Old Town

    Optional. You will find yourself in an ancient China with a number of traditional buildings around you. Here you can enjoy shopping of all kind Chinese souvenirs such as tea, silk, chopsticks, pearls, jade, brushes, inks, paintings and many others.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    The Bund (Wai Tan)

    Optional. Walking along the Bund to see the amazing waterfront view of Lujiazui in Pudong (the east side of Shanghai), see the many city landmark buildings, such as Pearl TV Tower, Jin Mao Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, Shanghai Tower, and many others.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Huangpu River Cruise

    Optional. It's a must for night sightseeing. You can enjoy the breathtaking beautiful view of the two riverbanks. We suggest you: (1) asking your guide checking the tide situation for you, since the tide can alter the boat timetable from time to time; (2) asking your guide booking VIP seat (drink & snacks included) to secure your delightful view. (Cruise ticket:120rmb/guest. VIP seat: 50-70rmb/guest depend on different cruise boats.)

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Shanghai Tower

    Optional. If sky is clear, you will be delighted with a bird’s eye view of Shanghai at night from the Shanghai Towers. There are several sky-high towers to choose from… Shanghai Tower, Financial Tower, Pearl Tower or Jinmao Tower.

    50 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Yu Garden (Yuyuan)

    Optional. A 400 years old classical garden, originally built by the wealthy Pan family, with rockeries, ponds, pavilions, towers, plants, the garden mixes Chinese cultures, lifestyles, philosophies, believes and traditions with landscape aesthetics. (Note: Yu Garden closed at every Monday.)

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6

    Optional. This is a Taoist Temple. As a Chinese local religion, Taoism is famous for the theory of Tin & Yang, Fengshui, Tai-chi, and Chinese traditional 12 zodiac calculation. Here you can try to find the zodiac gods specific to you and your families/friends.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Shanghai Confucian Temple

    Optional. Your guide will tell you Confucius' story. Confucianism is not a religion, but instead, it’s 2500 years of magnificent influence on the whole of Chinese culture. Confucius has been so long and so fervently worshiped in China so much so that Chinese truly respect him and treating him as a founder of formal religion. We will visit of Confucian Temple, experience a traditional tea tasting process while learning about Confucian.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Shanghai

    Local snacks tasting. Optional. Sample and enjoy the various delicacies of Shanghai’s local food ... delicious ! (Food Testing is at guests’ own expense.)

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Jade Buddha Temple

    Optional. You will: Experience Buddhist culture via “Scripture copying”. Buddhist Scriptures copying is a time-honored tradition for Chinese Buddhist believers; and, is an important Chinese calligraphy practice. By focusing on Scripture copying, you will likely feel a calming effect on your mood, find inner spiritual tranquility, enhancing the wisdom of life. (Note…in the event that there are other activities arranged by the Temple, which happens occasionally, Scripture copying cannot be fully guaranteed.). Not mention your experienced guide will introduce you the priceless treasures of Jade Buddha statues with the long history of Buddhism. As it is active temple you can feel the spirit of monks and their way of living.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    Xintiandi

    Optional. A trendy spot in Former French Concession Shanghai. With numerous fine restaurants, cafes, boutiques & bars, it’s an ideal place to have a fine lunch, afternoon tea, romantic dinner, or night life.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)

    Optional. Walk around the Nanjing Rd, famous for the grandiose neon lights decorated on all the street & buildings. With big shopping malls one after another, gusts like to compare Nanjing Rd with New York’s Time Squire.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Shanghai

    After a flexible city tour, Our driver will transfer you to any address of Shanghai: central hotels, Disneyland hotels, airports, cruise ports or train stations.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • If guests need infant seats, please inform us in advance, we will try to meet guest's satisfaction.
Supplied by Shanghai Lily Tours

Tags

Day Trips
Bus Tours
Port Transfers
Private Sightseeing Tours
Layover Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
DSA non-compliant
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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