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Private Zhujiajiao Water Town Boating Tour with Fruit Picking (opens in a new tab)

11 6 h

Shanghai Zhaotun village is well-known as "the hometown of Strawberry" in China as there are hundreds of strawberry greenhouses in the area (around 2000 acres). Every year, from late-December to Mid-May is the best season for strawberry picking in Shanghai. You will receive complimentary half-kilo strawberry on your way out from the fields. During strawberry off-season, you can also have other fruit picking fun, such as cherry, blueberry and etc. If you have been to Zhujiajiao before and want to visit different water village this time, Nanxiang, Fengjing or Xinchang can be your option as well. In addition, boat ride and local lunch at a local farmer’s home are also inclusive.

from$180

Beijing China Great Wall Private Day Trip from Shanghai by Plane (opens in a new tab)

4 9 h – 11 h

Enjoy an exclusive private full day trip to Beijing, the capital city of China from Shanghai. Visit the Wonders of the world- Great Wall of China and some other local popular sites such as Forbidden City or Tianan Men Square. Travel with the local expert guide to gain great understanding of the local history, culture and custom. Enjoy the flexible itinerary that fits best to you interests and time, you may choose to return to Shanghai or stay in Beijing after the tour.

from$518

Private Home Cooking Class with Shanghai Mama (opens in a new tab)

18 4 h

Learn how to cook the most healthy and delicious Chinese dishes at a local Shanghai Mama's home. The friendly Shanghai Mama will share her ancient Chinese cooking secret with you, and you will also get hands on experience during cooking process. You are suggested to learn 2 home dishes, like Sauteed Green Beans with Minced Pork and Vegetable, Shanghai Fried noodles with Pakchoi or Shanghai dumplings. After cooking, you will enjoy your own cooked food and your Shanghai Mama will also prepare other delicious food for you. In addition, a local wet market tour is included.

from$199

Private Tour of Shanghai Night View and Dinner in Oriental Pearl Tower (opens in a new tab)

1 4 h – 5 h

Make the most of an evening in Shanghai with this tour that includes multiple experiences. Begin with a visit to panoramic views of Shanghai and enjoy dinner at the happy restaurant in the Oriental Pearl Tower. Later, walk through Yuyuan Old Street, the Bund and Nanjing Road to enjoy the Awesome Night View of Shanghai. 1. Admire the nighttime cityscape along the way 2. Get in touch with the everyday people and experience local lifestyle at Yuyuan Old Street 3. Have dinner at the happy restaurant and enjoy panoramic views of Shanghai 4. Experience Shanghai like a local by public transportation

from$162

Suzhou and Tongli Water Town Private Tour from Shanghai with Options (opens in a new tab)

7 8 h – 9 h

Enjoy a relaxing day tour to the enchanting Suzhou and the picturesque ancient water town Tongli , appreciate the classic and remarkable Humble administrator's garden and explore the colorful old street . Take a most tranquil boat ride along the ancient canal. Discover the beauty of the typical southeast water villiage and gain a great insight to the local culture, custom and history from your knowledgeable and friendly guide. Choose the flexible departure time based on your own prefered time and enjoy a fully customized itinerary that catering to your interests.

from$212

Shanghai Era Theatre Acrobatics Show Ticket (opens in a new tab)

6 1 h

Head to the Shanghai ERA Theatre for the best Shanghai Acrobatics Show. During the show, the talent performers performed on bike, motorcycle & Universe. The performance have been illuminated with beautiful Chinese music. immerse yourself in the cultural show at Chinese Circus World. incredible special effects throughout the unique spectacle. An Unforgettable Show impressive both for adults and kids. 1: Prebook to save time and stress 2: Arrive 20 minutes before the show 3: Immerse yourself in Chinese Acrobatics World 4: A Truly unforgettable Shanghai Awe night

from$55

Nanjing Day Trip from Shanghai :Explore Sun-Yatsen Tomb,Old city wall, etc. (opens in a new tab)

1 12 h

Get the true celebrity treatment in Nanjing during this 12-hour, fully-customize sightseeing tour. Your guide will organize everything for you include pre-book your bullet train tickets(not inclusive, you can choose the seat class by your preference) , pick you up in your hotel lobby and get hassle free to enjoy your day to Nanjing. Go to top attractions such as confucious temple and Qinhuai river scenic area, the Historical and Cultural Old door of East( Laomendong) area with ancient city wall, and Sun Yatsen mausoleum. Enjoy an authentic lunch in Ancient restaurant.

from$348

Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Shangai Highlights (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

This tour provides a great opportunity to explore must-see attractions of Shanghai. With a private guide, you will learn about profound history and culture of Shanghai, admire the city’s skyscrapers and experience the original Shanghai atmosphere. The itinerary includes People’s Square, Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Old Street, Yu Garden, Pudong New Area, Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai City History Development Museum and Former French Concession area. According to your preference, your guide will recommend some delicious local foods to eat. 1. Walk around People's Square and admire a variety of significant edifices 2. Enjoy panoramic views of Shanghai on the glass-bottomed sightseeing floor of Oriental Pearl Tower 3. Get in touch with the everyday people and experience local lifestyle at Shanghai Old City 4. Admire the western-style architectures around Former French Concession area 5. Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off

from$237

Private Half-Day Shanghai Tour with Din Tai Fung Dining (opens in a new tab)

5 5 h

Discover the most incredible attractions in Shanghai during a half-day 5-hour private tour. Accompanied by your professional guide, visit the well-preserved Yuyuan garden, stroll along the beautiful Bund or Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao) with skyline, and explore around the charming French quarter. Afterwards, enjoy a luxurious lunch or dinner at a Michelin rated restaurant, which features Shanghai style soup, dumplings, and other tasty dishes.

from$178

All-Inclusive Classic Private Hangzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train (opens in a new tab)

3

This delightful private day trip from Shanghai takes you to discover the beauty of the Paradise City Hangzhou. Other than the wonderful Dragon Well tea culture experience and the relaxing boat ride in West Lake, you are offered two different sightseeing route options based on your personal interests. You can either choose to see the historical Lingyin temple and Leifeng Pagoda, or you can to visit Chenghuang Pavilion and Former Residence of Hu Xueyan. Local lunch, round trip bullet train tickets, private guide and private vehicle service are inclusive. Get your train ticket upgraded to first class seating at time of booking.

from$316

Shanghai City Flexible Private Day Tour with Guide and Driver (opens in a new tab)

6 7 h – 8 h

This private one day city tour takes you to experience the dynamic Shanghai and its chariming historic sites and must-see highlights with your own local expert guide .Discover the popular sites such as Ming Dynasty Yu Garden, chic French Concession ,histirc Bund and modern futuristic skylines in Pudong Island.. Private customized itinerary catering to your own travel needs and preferences, with flexible departure time catering different needs.

from$157

Small group: Shanghai Private tour with Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai Tower (opens in a new tab)

3 7 h – 8 h

Experience on this door-to-door private guided tour including Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and top Shanghai attractions. In the morning start your exploration of the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao by boat and walking, and have a local lunch there. In the afternoon explore many of the Shanghai highlights: The antique Yu Garden originally built in Ming dynasty over 500 year ago, the famous Bund walkway along the Huangpu River, and a bird's-eye view of Shanghai from the Shanghai Tower observation deck. 1. Explore Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and Shanghai with a private guide 2. See Yu Garden and the Bund, and admire the city view from the Shanghai Tower 3. Enjoy a local lunch in Zhujiajao 4. Customize your tour to suit your unique interests

from$198

Tongli and Xitang Private Full Day Tour from Shanghai with Boat ride (opens in a new tab)

4 8 h – 10 h

Spend the full day excursion on this exclusive private tour from Shanghai. Visit two famous ancient water towns in southern China Tongli and Xitang with over 1000 years history. Explore the beautiful township scenery along the ancient waterways, old charming architecture, elegance Chinese gardens, tantalizing night street etc. Experience the true local culture, custom, traditions with your local expert guide. Convenient and comfortable private transfers are included in the tour.

from$263

Shanghai Day Tour to Zhujiajiao Water Town, Yu Garden, Bazaar, Bund (opens in a new tab)

212 10 h

A morning trip to the Zhujiajiao Water Town is a great way to venture out of the bustling city and into the quiet water village. Then spend the afternoon to take in the splendid Yu Garden and its vibrant traditionally styled bazaar. Finally the famous Bund area cannot be missed. Your knowledgeable guide shares stories throughout the day for a comprehensive look at Shanghai.

from$229

Private Day Tour: Zhujiajiao Water Town with Shanghai Local Shopping Outing (opens in a new tab)

11 9 h 30 min

This tour features two fun Shanghai experiences. First, you'll enjoy a short trip just 1 hour outside of Shanghai to the serene charm of Zhujiajiao ancient water town. On this 9 1/2 hours tour you'll explore ancient bridges like Fangsheng Bridge and stroll Qing dynasty streets and enjoy Ming and Qing dynasty architecture while diving into local shops. You'll also visit the unique Qing Dynasty Post Office, rural style authentic Yuanjin Buddhist Temple. Along the way you'll sample local snacks such as sticky rice dumplings (zong zi) and steamed pork wrapped in bamboo leaves (zha rou) as well as traditional Chinese candies. This tour also includes a relaxing site-filled gondola ride. You'll then return to Shanghai to shop to your heart's content. This is flexible based on your needs and interests that you'll discuss with our shopping-guru guide. Visit 1, 2 or 3 local shopping markets ranging from all kinds of items, custom clothes, souvenirs, jewelries or whatever you'd like to explore.

from$189

Shanghai Bus Tour:Yu Garden,Chenghuang,Zhujiajiao Water Town,Bund (opens in a new tab)

7 8 h

Experience Shanghai's best in one day with perfect arrangement! Embark on a perfectly curated day exploring Shanghai's most iconic sights and the charming Zhujiajiao water town. This all-in-one guided experience combines the vibrant energy of urban Shanghai with the tranquil beauty of old town of Chenghuang area, the serene world of Yu Garden, a 400-year-old classical Chinese garden featuring exquisite pavilions, rockeries, and koi ponds. A picturesque Zhujiajiao Water Town. And as evening falls, return to the city to witness the glittering Shanghai Bund. • Convenient Meet us At 9AM (Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel). • Hassle-Free Group Tour - Transportation & tickets handled. • Amazing Value - Top city sights as Yu Garden, Chenghuang Old Town, Zhujiajiao water town and Bund in a single day. • Immerse in Zhujiajiao Water Town - "Venice of Shanghai" charm • Authentic Shanghai-style light meal

from$99.68

3-hour Private Jewish Refugees Culture tour in Shanghai (opens in a new tab)

1 3 h

Explore Shanghai’s Jewish history on this enriching half-day outing. After convenient hotel pickup, Hear about Jewish immigration to Shanghai and visit important sites around the Hongkou district,where thousands of Jewish refugees lived during World War II. Stop at the memorial plaque in Huoshan Parkand the Jewish Refugees Museum— formerly Ohel Moishe Synagogue. Your guide shares fascinating stories about the people whose lives intersected in Shanghai.

from$119

Shanghai Dunhuang-Themed Dinner Show (opens in a new tab)

1 h 40 min

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the Silk Road at a captivating Dunhuang-themed dinner show in Shanghai. This experience offers a stunning blend of traditional costumes, live performances, and a unique dining adventure, all set against a breathtaking backdrop of Dunhuang's artistic heritage. Dress in elaborate Dunhuang and Tang-style outfits, get transformed by professional makeup artists, and enjoy a flow of acrobatic performances featuring flying apsaras. Each dish, inspired by the Silk Road, tells its own story, making this not just a meal, but a cultural feast like no other.

from$110

4-Hour Shanghai Highlight Tour: Yu Garden and Jade Buddha Temple (opens in a new tab)

8 4 h

Fully immerse yourself in the history of Shanghai, and maximize your time on a private Half-day tour. Discover the symbolic site of Shanghai. Yu Garden and Jade Buddha Temple. Stroll through the Town God Market. Upgrade to a comprehensive package with entrance fees, premier taxi fare and Hotel Pick up and drop off are all inclusive 1: Half Day private tour of Old Shanghai 2: Take it easy with pickup and drop-off direct from your hotel 3: Choose between morning or afternoon tours to suit your schedule 4: This private tour can be customized to your interests and ensures you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide

from$99

2-Day Private Amazing Shanghai City Highlight Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 2 days

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Shanghai experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city on this door-to-door private tour. Check off Five of Shanghai’s biggest attractions—The Bund (Wai Tan), Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road) , Yu Garden, Jade Temple  and Shanghai Tower.—and stroll through historic Former French Concession alleys. A comprehensive package with private guide, taxi fare, entrance fees, and lunch are all inclusive.

from$399

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