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Private Mutianyu Great Wall Tour with Bullet Train Experience (opens in a new tab)

4 18 h

Fully immerse yourself the history of Beijing, and maximize your time on a private full-day tour. Tick the best of Beijing off your bucket list . Climb the hillside and be rewarded with stellar views of the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. A fabulous roundtrip bullet train experience. Your guide provides personalized service and informs you on the significance of this iconic landmark.

from$299

3-Hour Shanghai Jade Buddha Temple and Old Town Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

2 2 h – 3 h

Get away from the busy and hectic work or travel, enjoy a great local culture experience to the famed local Buddhist temple in the Jade buddha temple, explore the grand temple with different complex and admire the two gorgeous Jade Buddha statues that were truly rare and special. Understanding the local religious culture, wisdom from your knowledgeable guide. Next head to the top site old town bazaar to experience charming ancient history.Private tour with hotel pick up and drop off included.

from$99.98

Private Tour: Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Day Trip from Shanghai (opens in a new tab)

10 h

Visit two picturesque Chinese towns, Suzhou and Zhouzhuang on a day trip from Shanghai. You'll see how daily life has remained unchanged over the centuries in these unique old towns. Visit the Suzhou's magnificent gardens, feast on a Chinese lunch and travel through Zhouzhuang's waterways on a Chinese-style gondola.

from$298

Shanghai Top 5 Highlights All Inclusive Private Day Tour (opens in a new tab)

22 9 h

This full day non-factory shopping private tour will immerse you into Shanghai’s top 5 highlights, such as Yu Garden and Bazaar and Jade Buddha Temple, and Shanghai Tower, the Bund, the Former French Concession. All entrance tickets, delicious dumpling lunch, private guide and driver, whole day transfer service are all included in this 9-hour tour.

from$188

Private day tour of Suzhou from Shanghai (opens in a new tab)

12 h

Discover Suzhou on a private day tour from Shanghai. Admire the natural beauty of Suzhou with a boat ride on its canals and sightseeing tours of the scenic gardens. See the medieval Panmen Gate and remains of the city walls. Learn something about silk and embroidery as you visit the Silk Museum. • See the best of Suzhou all in one day on this private tour from Shanghai • Cruise Suzhou’s network of ancient canals • Explore Suzhou in a flexible and personalized way with your private guide. • Private transportation adds more convenient for the tour.

from$298

Private Tour of Shanghai Museum the Bund Yu Garden and Cruise on Huangpu River (opens in a new tab)

2 8 h – 9 h

Get to know Shanghai with your own guide on this private tour. Wander in the Bund and take a cruise to enjoy the scenery along the Huangpu River; walk around Nanjing Road, exploring surrounding communities and the thinnest building; learn about profound history and culture at Shanghai Museum; visit the largest of Shanghai's ancient garden and explore local food street, Former French Concession, Tianzifang, Yuyuan Old Street and other locals-frequented areas, experiencing the original Shanghai atmosphere. 1. Wander in the Bund and admire the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles 2. Learn about the use of traditional Chinese Medicine at an ancient Chinese pharmacy 3. Visit the central origin of Shanghai urban coordinate axis at Park Hotel 4. Personalized experience with a private guide 5. Experience Shanghai like a local by public transportation(Bus/Metro/Taxi)

from$110

Full-Day Shanghai Top Sights Private Guided Sightseeing Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

New visitors to Shanghai can get acquainted with the city at an easygoing pace on this small group tour. With an expert guide, travel the city by private vehicle, stopping at major attractions like Former French Concession, Sun Yat-sen's Former Residence, Xujiahui Catholic Church, 1933 Old Millfun, People’s Square and Nanjing Road. We will admire the western-style architectures around Former French Concession area and discover a lesser-known side of Shanghai's history at Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum. According to your preference, your guide will recommend some delicious local foods to eat. 1. Learn about profound history and culture at Shanghai Museum 2. Walk around Nanjing Road, explore surrounding communities and the thinnest building 3. Enjoy an in-depth immersion into Chinese history courtesy of your private guide 4. Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your Shanghai hotel

from$157

Jewish History & Sites in Shanghai & Duolun Culture Street Half Day Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 4 h

At the beginning of World War II, about 30,000 Jewish refugees fled from Europe to Shanghai. Calling themselves “Shanghailanders”, most settled in the Hongkou District where the local residents kindly offered food and medicine for these displaced people. The Jewish community thrived in the Hongkou. Bakeries, stores, cafes, synagogues, schools, clinics, cemeteries, and even a Jewish newspaper all flourished there.

from$127

5-Hour Shanghai Private Tour:Shanghai Tower,Yu garden and Jade BuddhaTemple (opens in a new tab)

3 5 h – 6 h

Maximize your short stay in Shanghai by taking this exclusive private tour of the best Shanghai, tick off the top attractions in Shanghai include the Old town Yu garden, Jade buddha temple and Shanghai Tower. Travel with your own personal local expert guide to gain great insight into local culture, history, sites and sounds. Flexible and customizable itinerary catering to different travel interests. Private and convenient door to door transfers are included in the tour.

from$168

Private Tour:Shanghai Night View & 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 buffet 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. • Admire the nighttime cityscape along the way • Get in touch with the everyday people and experience local lifestyle at Yuyuan Old Street • Have dinner buffet at the happy restaurant and enjoy panoramic views of Shanghai • Experience Shanghai like a local by public transportation

from$162

4-Hour Private Shanghai Walking Tour of Former French Concession (opens in a new tab)

7 4 h

Savor the contrast between colonial grandeur, contemporary style, and everyday Chinese lifestyles that makes the Former French Concession so unique on a walking tour with a private guide, complete with pickup and drop-off from your hotel. Learn Shanghai’s colonial history as you stroll the charming streets and discover old-fashioned community spirit in a traditional “nongtang” neighborhood. Finally, sample the best noodles in Shanghai. Explore the Former French Concession on foot with a private guide Feast on traditional Shanghai noodles in a local eatery Choose between morning and afternoon departures to suit your schedule Relax with hotel pickup and drop-off by subway or taxi

from$129

Private Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour with Shanghai Zoo and Panda (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Combine a private sighting seeing tour with Zhujiajiao water town -known as the “Little oriental Venice” and see the national treasure animal-Panda at Shanghai zoo. Explore old alley streets of ancient town fully of local scenes, travel with your own expert guide to gain a great insight into local culture, custom and history. Different options cater to different travel requests, all with private door to door transfers included.

from$159

Zhouzhuang and Xitang Water Town Self-Guided Tour from Shanghai (opens in a new tab)

3 8 h – 9 h

Enjoy a great fun day excursion to visit the two famed water towns Zhouzhuang and Xitang from Shanghai. Enjoy the ease and convenience of the private transfer and travel with your own professional driver in the air-conditioned vehicle. Explore both water towns at your own pace. Exclusive private door to door transfer only for you and your travel party with flexible departure time based on your own travel schedule.

from$121

Private Layover Tour of Shanghai Zoo, Oriental Pearl Tower, the Bund and More (opens in a new tab)

1 9 h

This layover tour provides a great opportunity to explore must-see attractions of Shanghai and it also can be customized based on your interests. With the assistance of our knowledgeable guide, we will get an overview of the city and hear about its history. The itinerary includes Qibao Ancient Street, Shanghai Zoo, Former French Concession, Oriental Pearl Tower and the Bund. 1.Comprehensive sightseeing tour of Shanghai. 2.Stroll on Qibao Old Street, taste typical snacks and enjoy the local lifestyle. 3.Observe the giant panda and other animals up close. 4.Take the lift to the Oriental Pear Tower to have a bird's-eye view of Shanghai. 5.Pick-up and drop-off service at airport or hotel in central Shanghai. 6.Flexible starting and ending time depending on your flight.

from$239

From Shanghai: Hangzhou Private Day Trip by Bullet Train (opens in a new tab)

2 11 h

This is a tailor-made city tour in Hangzhou from Shanghai with around high speed train. Private both transportation in Shanghai are provided. Start the tour from Hangzhou east station with the local guide and driver, immerse you into Hangzhou’s amazing highlights, such as West Lake, Lingyin Temple and Tea Plantation. All entrance tickets, delicious lunch, private English-speaking guide and driver, whole day transfer service are all included in this 8-hour tour.

from$350

Private Full Day Tour: Shanghai Colonial History Tour (opens in a new tab)

6 8 h

You can't fully appreciate Shanghai without exploring its colonial past. This unique tour explores the colonial history of Shanghai from the 1800's to today. You'll see where the English, French and Americans set up special concession areas and their changes through the Sino-Japanese and World World II, an on to today's transformation into the fabric of modern Shanghai. This tour includes an authentic local lunch and hotel pickup and dropoff for an easy and enjoyable day.

from$175

Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights (opens in a new tab)

4 8 h

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 by private car or public transport on this door-to-door private tour. Check off three of Shanghai’s biggest attractions—The Bund, Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai Tower—and stroll through Former French Concession. Upgrade to A comprehensive package with entrance fees, taxi fare and lunch are all inclusive 1: Full-day private tour of Shanghai City 2: Take in the highlights of The Bund, Jade Buddha Temple and Shanghai Tower 3: Choose between morning and afternoon departures 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$158

Shanghai to Hangzhou Private Transfer with Stop at Wuzhen (opens in a new tab)

3 8 min – 9 min

Enjoy an easy and comfortable ride from Shanghai to Hangzhou, on the way stop to visit one of the top six famous ancient water town Wuzhen. Explore the ancient stone bridges, canals, water markets and admire the traditional old Chinese architecture and the beautiful local” Oriental Venice” township scenery at your own pace. After the visit, your driver will transfer you back to your Hangzhou hotel or Hangzhou airport for your departure flight. Flexible departure time base on you. Wide ranges of vehicles available for different size of travel group all with spacious boot space for luggage storage.

from$166

Private Half Day Shanghai City Customized Tour with Lost Heaven Dining (opens in a new tab)

5 4 h – 5 h

This best half day Shanghai city tour is 100% customized based on your interests. It can be from ancient to modern perspectives such as visit elegant Yu Garden, have a glimpse of charming and fashion neighborhoods at old French concession, enjoy the splendid riverfront view of famous Bund area, or even go up to one of your favorite skyscraper at Lujiazui area. or take a romantic cruise ride in Huangpu River. In addition, enjoy a tasty Yunnan style fusion lunch or dinner at Lost Heaven, one of the top ranked restaurants in town.

from$165

Private Full Day Tour: Shanghai Amazing Arts Scene (opens in a new tab)

1 8 h

This unique tour includes a range of Shanghai's most interesting art venues from street art to historic antiquities. A must-see tour for any enthusiast who wants to explore China's rich culture of many art forms. This private tour is flexible based on your interests and you can choose which sites to visit as well as how long you'd like to stay at each site. An authentic local lunch is included and your guide and driver will pick you up and drop you off at your location for an easy, enjoyable day.

from$199

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