• The Bund (Wai Tan) - Meet your private guide at your central Shanghai hotel at your preferred time. Inform your guide if there are specific sights you wish to see more of during your tour: your itinerary is flexible and can be fully customized to suit your preferences. Below is a sample itinerary, but feel free to discuss any changes with your guide. Typically, you will visit The Bund, the colonial-era promenade along the Huangpu River. Enjoy the breathtaking views of both old and new Shanghai, including landmarks such as the Bund’s Old Customs House and iconic skyscrapers.
• Yu Garden (Yuyuan) - Next, explore the 500-year-old classic Chinese Yu Garden, and admire the traditional Qing-Dynasty architecture of the Old Town Bazaar. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the lucky ‘Nine Zigzag’ bridge, and appreciate the ancient pavilions and ponds amidst lush greenery. You can also shop for souvenirs such as handicrafts, antiques, jade, pearls, silk, and other items in the local bazaar markets. If you wish, you can experience a tea ceremony (at your own expense) and sample some high-quality local tea.
• Former French Concession - Then, visit Shanghai’s French Concession, once the hub of colonial life and now a trendy area. Visit the ‘French Park’ to see locals engaging in activities like ballroom dancing, Tai-chi, singing, and water calligraphy. Stroll around the Concession with its charming avenues lined with ‘French trees’ and traditional houses.
• Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road) - After a morning of wonderful activities, take a break and enjoy a delightful local lunch at a nice restaurant. Your expert guide will help you order dishes based on your dietary preferences.
• Jade Buddha Temple - After lunch, visit the renowned Jade Buddha Temple, one of the most beautiful and famous Buddhist temples. Admire the exquisite Jade Buddha statues from Burma, explore the various chambers of the temple, and learn about the fascinating religious culture and wisdom from your knowledgeable guide.
• Shanghai Tower - Next, continue the tour to the Pudong Lujiazui area and take a leisurely walk along the skybridge among the futuristic modern skyscrapers. Marvel at the rapid development of the city. If the weather is clear, choose to visit one of the top observation decks in the Shanghai Tower, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Financial Tower, or Jinmao Tower based on your preferences. Enjoy the spectacular bird’s-eye view of the sprawling Shanghai city.

As this is an exclusive and flexible tour, if you have already visited the mentioned attractions, you can opt for alternative options such as Xintiandi, Tianzifang, Shanghai Museum, Urban Planning Hall, Shanghai Poster Art Museum, AP Plaza Market, etc., based on your interests and available time.

After a wonderful day, you will be dropped off back at your downtown hotel or another downtown location of your choice.

• Private driver with air-conditioned vehicle (Only with ‘Private Guide & Car’ or ‘All Inclusive’ packages)
• Local delightful & classy lunch (Included in ‘All Inclusive Tour’ package)
• Entrance fee to Yu Garden and Jade Buddha Temple (Included in ‘All Inclusive Tour’ package)
• Private tour with an amazing guide
• Downtown hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Gratuities
• Lunch and entrance fees (If “All Inclusive Tour “ is not booked)
• Entrance fee to observation deck of the top tower
• Outskit hotel pick up and drop off( Can be arranged at surcharge)