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 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.
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))
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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 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
Reviews
180 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The best experience.
EveYves18,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00“I had a very pleasant experience in Shanghai day tour especially services provided by Annie . She was very understanding, helpful and gave excellent informations about the historical of the city . She is very nice and friendly to me . Highly recommended Annie. ❤️
Fantastic Tour with a Wonderful Guide
Emma M,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing experience on the Shanghai city tour! Our guide, Lea, was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and made every part of the city come to life with great stories and insights. The staff were also fantastic—very flexible, quick to respond, and always ready to help. She even assisted us with shopping, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable and stress-free. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Shanghai!
Superb Shanghai Experience!
Glenn L,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great half day with Sammi and explored the Old Town, Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower and finishing off with a delicious lunch. Sammi was fun to be with was very informative about the history and culture. The length of time was just right. Highly recommended.
The beginning of a great journey
GoPlaces14637701085,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Robert told us a lot about traditional China in 4 hours. Jade Temple and Yu Garden were impressive. But he also showed us modern Shanghai. We were very satisfied Robert told us a lot about traditional China in four hours. The Jade Temple and Yu Garden were impressive. But he also showed us modern Shanghai. We were very satisfied.
Book this!
Relax10912687844,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing tour. The transport is very comfortable and my guide, Annie, was amazing. We never stopped chatting. It was like a city tour with a very knowledgeable local. I enjoyed it so much!
Best Shanghai tour
Rob B,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had this tour with Sammy. That was one of the best tours we ever had. Very focussed and balanced. Very knowledgeable and shared a lot of Chinese culture and history. We enjoyed it tremendously. Looking forward to our next trip
Amazing experience.
Paul d,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My guide, Annie, was amazing. It was like travelling with a very knowledgeable friend. We chatted all the time about anything. It was such a great experience.
Excellent tour
barry m,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lea was excellent guide and very knowledgeable. The tour was very relaxed and flexible and able to accommodate areas of interest.
Sammi was awesome! She...
Thal Z,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sammi was awesome! She let us tailor the trip for our needs and made our day so efficient and nice. Definitely would recommend
Great family experience with two kids!
Andrew B,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience with our guide Sammi. We have done many private tours as a family (my wife, me, two kids age 9 and 6). Many times the tour isn’t not truly private and customizable, and the guide just does the standard itinerary. In this case, Sammi really helped us design a tour that met our needs as a family, she was in tune with our kids (both engaging with them and reading when they were energetic or tired), and gave us lots of opportunities to adjust. She was also very friendly, knowledgeable, and struck the right balance of explaining things without going into too much detail. We would highly recommend.
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