ShanghaiSightseeingPrivate toursCulture and history

    A new experience of old traditional Shanghai (Private)

    By Selias in ChinaProduct code 91234P2
    The Confucian Temple

    Duration

    8 hours

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English, Mandarin Chinese

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Pickup

    Pickup details available

    Time zone

    Asia/Shanghai

    Why Travelers Love This

    8 hoursMobile ticketsPickup details available

    Overview

    Explore the unique Shanghainese culture, history and enjoy sightseeing. You will be deeply touched by the Chinese culture and travel back in time as you visit a variety of ancient temples which have preserved wisdom for centuries. China has been always open to foreign cultures of the world, which is the reason that you can find different religions and local historic temples in many Chinese cities. By joining our trip, you will learn about Chinese Buddhism which made its way into China from India around the third century BC. Also, you will discover the fundamental philosophical principles developed by influential figures such as Confucius by visiting a Confucianist temple and the City Guardian Temple located in Shanghai. If a trip to the past is not enough, don’t worry, we will help you experience first hand the impressive progress of technology in China by letting you try cashless and cardless payment methods and many other tech wonders.

    What's Included

    Included

    Transportation amenities

    Private transportation

    Other

    Hotel Pick-up & drop-off service (hotels in Shanghai city center)

    Food and drink

    Bottled water

    Other

    Memorial gift

    Transportation amenities

    Air-conditioned vehicle

    Other

    Burning incense fee

    Other

    Chinese afternoon tea time (If option is selected)

    Other

    Lovely English speaking Guide

    Not included

    Other

    Other items except "Inclusions"

    Other

    Lunch/Dinner (recommended by the guide)

    Fees

    Gratuities

    Other

    Personal expenses

    Other

    Please note: there is an additional $30 USD fee for every additional hour after your tour's duration has been fulfilled.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup details

    Custom traveler pickup may be available

    Itinerary

    Standard8 hours
    1

    Stop 1

    30 minutes

    City Guardian Temple consecrates historical giants who contributed to national civilization or Chinese history. Now Shanghai city guardian temple is also known as Yu yuan Garden or Chenghuang Temple, which is a typical Chinese private garden. In the Chinese New Year, Shanghainese will come here to go cross the Nine Corner Bridge, praying for their happiness in the next new year.

    2

    Stop 2

    40 minutesAdmission included

    Longhua Temple is one the most traditional Buddhism temple in Shanghai. You will explore the Chinese Han Buddhism temple architecture, understand the localization history of Buddhism which adapted from India to China.

    3

    Stop 3

    30 minutesAdmission included

    Shanghai Confucius Temple consecrates Kong Qiu, who is known as Confucius, the greatest philosophers, educationist and mentors in the ancient eastern Asia civilization. His influence on social value, national policies and business system widely exists among eastern Asian states from two thousand years ago to now.

    4

    Stop 4

    30 minutes

    Family concepts influence Chinese daily life which started from thousand years ago, and generation and seniority are vital for traditional Chinese life. Meanwhile, the pursuit of a stable family would one of the biggest wishes for traditional Chinese. However, as development and economic goes faster, the Chinese young generation face challenge from current life struggle and tradition family pressure. Marriage corner would be a great reflection of this unsolvable controversial. Only available during the weekend.

    Additional Info

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Infant Seats Available

    Specialized infant seats are available

    Physical Easy

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Other

    Children must be accompanied by an adult

    Other

    Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

    Other

    Vegetarian, please advise at time of booking if required

    Other

    This tour is NOT wheelchair friendly

    Other

    The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

    Other

    Please wear comfortable walking shoes

    Other

    When visiting Buddhist areas included in the itinerary, please dress appropriately. Wear trousers and long-sleeves shirts or t-shirts

    Cancellation Policy

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

    Policy type

    Standard

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

    Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

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