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4-Hour Flexible Private Shanghai City Tour

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Shanghai, China
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4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Pick 2 to 3 most incredible Shanghai city attractions that you wish to discover during this 4-hour private tour. Accompanied by your professional guide with comfortable vehicle so that you can get around the city easier. This half day tour can be fully customized based on your interests. You can either go by the suggested itinerary or inform the to-see listing upon meeting with your guide. Don't miss out the opportunity to visit the well-preserved Yuyuan garden, the beautiful Bund or Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao) with skyline or the charming French quarter.

What's Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off at airport or cruise port (for outskirt option)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Experienced driver
  • Attraction entrance fee
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Your Shanghai city hotel, outskirt hotel, airport, train station or cruise port

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The Bund (Wai Tan)

Meet up your friendly private guide at your hotel in the morning, afternoon or evening, and have a short discussion with your guide for your things to do list. Then hop-on the comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to start your exciting 4-hour journey. You can either following the sample itinerary or going with your own customized one. Typically, you will visit The Bund, see the amazing city landmarks along the Huangpu river such as pearl TV Tower, shanghai tower and world financial center. Stroll down the river and have a close look of the old colonial buildings.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Jade Buddha Temple

Continue the tour to visit beautiful Buddhist temples -Jade buddha temple. Take a stroll at the temple complex with multiple chambers and impressive buddha statues. See the local worshipers and learn the fascinating religion culture from your guide. (Jade buddha temple close at 4:20pm)
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Yu Garden (Yuyuan)

Next, heading to the Yuyuan garden, a very ancient and well-preserved garden with the history of 400 years old where to see the stylish Chinese pavilion and authentic old architectures. If you like to do shopping and have a bite of street food, Yuyuan bazaar can be a good choice for you. (Yuyuan garden close at 4pm and every Monday).
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Former French Concession

Head to French concession, the old center of colonial life. See the impressive French style architecture, learn the history of Shanghai during 1840th and take a nice stroll along the walkways with beautiful French trees. .Based on your interests, you can choose other attractions besides the sample itinerary, • Shanghai Old Street • City of God Temple • Fuxing Park • Pudong city landmark (Shanghai Tower, Pearl TV Tower or Shanghai World Financial Center).At the end, your guide will take you back to your hotel.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 4-Hour Flexible Private Shanghai City Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Pick-up and drop-off at airport or cruise port (for outskirt option)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Experienced driver
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional guide
  • Attraction entrance fee
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Pick-up and drop-off at airport or cruise port (not included if city departure is selected)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • For airport/cruise layover or outskirt area travelers, please either meet up at Fairmont Peace Hotel or Maglev Train Station. Or additional pick up charges apply

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