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Private Tour of Shanghai City Highlights with Huangpu River Cruise
Product code 37241P313
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From USD 236.8
Dates
Available from Mar 17, 2020
Start times
9:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-2, Child ages 3-17, Adult ages 18-75
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Private Tour of Shanghai Tower, The Bund, Xintiandi, Huangpu River Cruise
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Duration
9 hours to 10 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, German, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, French, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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Private Tour of Shanghai City Highlights with Huangpu River Cruise





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Duration
9 hours to 10 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, German, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, French, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Experience several of Shanghai’s top attractions on the full-day guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, appreciate a 1.9-meter-high white jade Buddha at Jade Buddha Temple; stroll around Xintiandi, Sinan Mansions, Wukang Road and other buzzing, locals-frequented areas; walk along Yuyuan Old Street, tasting local food and experiencing the street life. Plus, you will have a whole new experience-enjoying panoramic views of Shanghai from on the 118th floor of Shanghai Tower. In the evening, we will take a cruise to enjoy night scenery along the Huangpu River. 1. Appreciate the SHIKUMEN style old houses and the relaxing atmosphere of Xintiandi. 2. Wander in the Bund and admire the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles 3. Have a distinct contrast of the western-style architectures built in early 20th century and modern ones built since 1990s 4. Take it easy with 2-way door-to-door private transfers and guiding
Overview
Experience several of Shanghai’s top attractions on the full-day guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, appreciate a 1.9-meter-high white jade Buddha at Jade Buddha Temple; stroll around Xintiandi, Sinan Mansions, Wukang Road and other buzzing, locals-frequented areas; walk along Yuyuan Old Street, tasting local food and experiencing the street life. Plus, you will have a whole new experience-enjoying panoramic views of Shanghai from on the 118th floor of Shanghai Tower. In the evening, we will take a cruise to enjoy night scenery along the Huangpu River. 1. Appreciate the SHIKUMEN style old houses and the relaxing atmosphere of Xintiandi. 2. Wander in the Bund and admire the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles 3. Have a distinct contrast of the western-style architectures built in early 20th century and modern ones built since 1990s 4. Take it easy with 2-way door-to-door private transfers and guiding
What's Included
Included
Private transportation
Knowledgeable tour guide
Snacks
Entrance fee of the indicated attractions
Not included
Lunch
Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 1
Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel at 09:00 a.m.. Then, we will transfer to Jade Buddha Temple and start the highlight tour. The Jade Buddha Temple is an active monastery and one of the most popular temples in Shanghai. Visit to see the site's two beautiful jade Buddhas as well as the vast collection of statues, relics, and art. Although the history of the Jade Buddha Temple is not very long, the old-time and classical architectural style makes it unique and inimitable in this modern city. The Jade Buddha Temple is a good place to go whether you are a Buddhist or not, the peaceful and transcendent atmosphere adds a kind of richness to our busy modern society.
Stop 2
45 minutes
Stop 2
We will walk along the Bund and see the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles. The Bund is a famous waterfront on the west bank of Huangpu River and regarded as the symbol of Shanghai. Here, the charm of Shanghai as a bustling metropolis combining the century-old history and flourishing future is fully presented, making the Bund Shanghai a must-see attraction. We will see the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles at the Bund. Such as Peace Hotel, Shanghai Customs House and Shanghai Pudong Development Bank. Then, visit the Bund sightseeing tunnel and watch the lightshow. Bund Sightseeing Tunnel, the first visitor tunnel under Huangpu River in China, connects the Bund and Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone. It just takes 3-5 minutes to travel through the tunnel, passengers can appreciate fascinating visual effects with a variety of sounds accompany them. Driverless carriages are used, and passengers have a wide vista from them. This enables the passengers to feel they are transported an “explorer”.
Pass by stop 3
Pass by stop 3
As a new and bustling district, Pudong offers visitors some of the most modern attractions, businesses, skyscrapers and shopping malls, all featuring the latest in entertainment, technology and fashion. We will walk along Lujiazui Ring Bridge which is good place to photograph skyscrapers.
Stop 4
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 4
The new landmark of Shanghai, the tallest building in Shanghai with a total height of 632 meters. The 118th floor of the tower has a indoor observation deck which is the world's highest indoor observation deck and called the 'Top of Shanghai Observatory'. Tourists are recommended to visit the exhibition hall on floor B1 first, and then take the express elevator to the 118th floor directly within only 55 seconds, its speed can reach 18 meters per second. Here, you have a bird’s-eye view of Shanghai. You will have time to stop and admire the scenery on both sides of the Huangpu River. In the afternoon, we will stroll around Xintiandi, Sinan Mansions, Former French Concession, Wukang Road and other buzzing, locals-frequented areas; walk along Yuyuan Old Street, tasting local food and experiencing the street life.
Stop 5
30 minutes
Stop 5
Xintiandi is a tourist attraction that preserves the historical and cultural features of Shanghai and integrates Chinese and western culture. Xintiandi is divided into northern and southern parts. The south is dominated by modern architecture. The north is dominated by Shikumen old buildings. Composed of Shikumen and modern architectural style, now it has become a hot and fashionable pedestrian street in the center of the city. Actually, it stands for the popular and leisurely life style of this city's new generation. The outdoor cafes, bars and romantic restaurants can be seen everywhere.
Stop 6
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 6
It is an old shikumen house built in the 1920s that has been preserved and renovated. The museum was built according to the model of one household in the 1920s. There are seven main exhibition rooms, namely, the guest room, the study room, the old people's room, the master room, the daughter room, the pavilion room and the oven room. The story of a shikumen family runs through the whole visit. It not only shows the unique shikumen architectural culture of Shanghai, but also reproduces the living space and lifestyle of Shanghai people in those days.
Stop 7
45 minutes
Stop 7
A Nice Leisure and Entertainment Place Sinan Mansions are not one building, but buildings of 51 historic garden houses. They also bring together a variety of architectural styles. There are boutique hotels, apartment hotels and enterprise mansions. Moreover, there are a variety of restaurants, bars, coffee houses, tea houses, as well as a large number of clubs, convention centers, showrooms, cultural salons, designer shops and recreational parks. Whether you are going shopping, enjoying deicious food, staying overnight or appreciating European style architecture, Sinan Mansions can cater to your needs. We will have a distinct contrast of the western-style architectures built in early 20th century and modern ones built since 1990s.
Stop 8
30 minutes
Stop 8
Wukang Road is only 1.17 km long. Each house and its detail show its stories and history. All of the buildings on the road are in European style, and while walking on Wukang Road you'll get the sense that you have arrived in Europe. Wukang Building is the most famous building on Wukang Road. The building, shaped like a giant vessel, was the most famous English-styled building in Shanghai back in the 1930s. The Wukang Building was designed by Hudec, the well-know architect. Then, we will transfer to Yuyuan Old Street, experience the original Shanghai atmosphere.
Stop 9
45 minutes
Stop 9
Shanghai Old Street, historically called Miaoqian Dajie, is an old business street that has a combination of tourist attractions, shops, entertainment and cultural exhibits. It owes its special social attractions and rich commercial background to the fact that the earliest bank, gold shop, jeweler's store, wine shop and tea house of the city were all to be found here. Visiting the old alleys of Shanghai is a great way to discover the traditional culture of this city and experience the real life of the Shanghainese. We can walk to the Zigzag Nine Bend Bridge. Chinese people believe that the number nine symbolizes auspiciousness. Walking across the Bridge is said to bring people good luck. The Bridge leads to Mid-Lake Pavilion Teahouse, which is the oldest teahouse in Shanghai.
Stop 10
50 minutes
Stop 10
The Huangpu River divides two iconic but different Shanghai sights: high modern buildings in the Pudong area, and 26 various buildings of different architectural styles on the west side. At nightfall, you will take a one-hour cruise along the Huangpu River to enjoy the light show and beautiful night scenery on both sides of the river including the Bund, the Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, and Jin Mao Tower. Afterwards, enjoy comfortable transfer back to your hotel, Wrap your memories and say good-bye in your hotel.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
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