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 Car Only
Great guide, private driver with air-conditioned car are included, 4-hour private tour in your way.
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 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
Reviews
116 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great introduction to Shanghai!
Chi S,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a wonderful tour of Shanghai! We visited old town, Yu Garden, the Bund, and the French Concession. Our tour guide, Sunny, spoke excellent English and was so knowledgeable about all of the sights. The highlight was Yu garden where she explained the rich history of the garden and the symbolic elements. She also helped a coworker with selecting pearls and negotiating the price. It was a great tour and I would highly recommend.
Insightful Historic Shanghai Tour
Vijay R,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00100% enjoyed the tour. Covered the usual and unusual gems of historic Shanghai. Our guide,Clair, is a magnificent tour guide. Lots of knowledge of culture and history and local shopping. Yu Garden tour was especially good. We really loved the tour and would highly recommend it.
The Perfect Guide
RINA I,
Aug 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Thank you for making all my wishes come true. It was the perfect guide. Our guide in Shanghai recommends her. She was very friendly and easy to talk to. I knew a spot with night views that I could go to for free. It was amazing. I was worried about the toilet, but I had no problem. It was the perfect guide. Thank you.
Great tour
Pip E,
Aug 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00What a great tour, both Claire and our driver were excellent. Clairs knowledge and genuine interest in the history of Shanghai was fantastic. Excellent English skills and conversation. Thank you Clair.
4 hour private tour
Jerome F,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Shanghai is a beautiful city and our guide Anna was Extremely pleasant and knowledgeable about the Chinese culture and history of Shanghai. We are a family of 4 and did the 4 hour private tour. The tour was organized and we visited the main attractions and ended by visiting an off market goods location where we negotiated some good buys. (Please note the initial offer price will be 3-4 times the actual value so be prepared to negotiate) The tour was good value for money.
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