Private Tour
4-Hour Private Shanghai City Tour with Old and New Highlights
Overview
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Discover the beauty of Shanghai from its history, culture, modern and ancient perspectives during this 4-hour ultimate private tour experience. The tour is 100% customized based on your schedule and interests, your local expert guide will lead you to the incredible Shanghai city sites in line with your taste and style. From the ancient elegant garden to historical Bund; from charming and fashion French concession to exquisite Jade Buddha Temple or grand modern skyscrapers etc.. Delightful lunch or dinner option is available to choose upon the booking.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local public transport (Uber taxi or metro if " Tour by Uber/Metro Option" booked)
Hotel pick up and drop off in downtown Shanghai
Private driver with air-conditioned comfortable vehicle (If Tour by Private Car Option" booked
Lunch or Dinner (If" tour with lunch or dinner" option is selected)
Private amazing guide
Gratuities
Entrance fees if apply
Lunch or Dinner (If "Tour Only" option is selected)
Outskirt pick up and drop off( Airport /Disneyland area etc, can be arranged at surcharge))
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Old Town (Nanshi)
Your professional guide will pick up you at your city hotel or other downtown area at your preferred time. Upon meeting, spend few mins to discuss with your guide the places you need to visit. As exclusive private tour, your itinerary is flexible and can be 100% customized around you. Following is the sample itinerary and you are welcome to tell your guide if need make adjustment during the tour. Typically, your exclusive half day tour begins a walking along the beautiful China town "Old town" bazar, here enjoy exploring the “Qing Dynasty” ancient town, walk along nine-lucky bridge, stroll along Shanghai Old Street and appreciate the beautiful ancient Chinese architecture and colorful local arts, crafts and more. You may enjoy some fun souvenir shopping and sample best street food here.
Yu Garden (Yuyuan)
Next, pay the visit to the 500-year old Yu Garden (Closed on every Mondays, can replace other site at Jade Buddha Temple or French concession based on your interests),follow your guide to explore the ancient garden built with artistic designs, tranquil chambers , see the famed dragon wall and unique rockeries ,immerse yourself in the picturesque pavilions dotted with ponds in the lush greens while learning the rich culture and history from your expert guide.
Options
Tour by Private Carwith Dinner
Private Tour with Dinner: Great guide, private driver with airconditioned vehicle, local tasty dinner are included, 4-hour private tour in your way.
Pickup included
Tour by Uber/Metro Only
Tour by Uber/Metro: Great guide, local uber/metro are included, 4-hour private tour in your way. (Food & Entrance fees excluded)
Pickup included
Tour by Private Car with Lunch
Private Tour with Lunch: Great guide, private driver with airconditioned vehicle, local tasty lunch are included, 4-hour private tour in your way.
Pickup included
Tour by Private Car Only
Great guide, private driver with air-conditioned car are included, 4-hour private tour in your way.
Pickup included
Reviews
132 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Robert was a great guide!...
Brenton R,
Sep 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Robert was a great guide! He was full of great information and details, and he was very helpful throughout the tour, even providing water and snacks! I’d highly recommend.
Linda is the best
David P,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Linda was a fantastic tour guide. I did not know what I wanted to see, and she had perfect suggestions. I know so much more about Shanghai, and had such a wonderful time with her. I would 100% bring my family back to Shanghai to go on a tour with her. 10/10!
My tour guide Lea was...
Catalina E,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00My tour guide Lea was great. She was friendly and showed me the highlights of Shanghai. I saw the gardens, the temple and the Bund.
Sunny was the best for our 1/2 day tour of Shanghai.
Amber W,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Sunny was THE BEST! We had a tight schedule and we wanted to just get the top highlights of Shanghai. We visited Old Town, The Bund, Yu Garden, and the French Concession. She was fabulous with our 10 year old, surprised us with a tea ceremony for a quick break (loved this stop), and finished with a Chinese lunch that everyone loved. Sunny speaks very good English, has been a tour guide for quite some time, and you can tell. We even needed some help in Beijing, and she made travel arrangements there for us as well. She's wonderful 💚
10/10 experience
ramona k,
Sep 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00My son and I are first time travellers to China and were accompanied by Robert who was our tour guide for the day. He was amazing - he was very flexible with where we wanted to go, had extensive knowledge on the history of the sites we visited and was super friendly and conversational. He enhanced our experience alot and made it a really insightful and enjoyable tour. 10/10, would definitely recommend if you want an accessible tour of Shanghai and to learn more about its history. Thanks Robert - Ramona and Jose
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