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 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
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 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
Reviews
168 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great private touring option for Shanghai
Mi N,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lea was great and accommodated all of our requests seamlessly. We had a wonderful time and recommend this tour for first time to repeat travelers! Thank you for introducing us to Shanghai!
Sammi is an excellent...
Chris L,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Sammi is an excellent tour guide, door to door pick up and drop off, with lots of great and interesting information throughout the tour.
Absolutely Fantastic Second Tour with Annie!
Kimberly D,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I did another private tour with Annie today in Shanghai (4 hours), and it was absolutely perfect from start to finish. Since I toured with her previously in Suzhou, I already knew she was amazing—and once again she exceeded every expectation. She took me through the beautiful Yu Garden, introduced me to some delicious fresh confections, and arranged everything seamlessly with our private driver. We headed up the Shanghai Tower for those incredible skyline views, and even squeezed in a quick stop at a Bose store so I could pick up new headphones. She always makes the day feel effortless and customized just for you. Annie is knowledgeable, warm, flexible, and genuinely passionate about showing you the best of the city. If you want a stress-free, perfectly curated experience with someone who listens to what you want, I highly recommend booking her. I would absolutely tour with her again!
I recommend this tour 100%
Miguel L,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour of ancient and modern Shanghai; excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable about everything related to the tour and excellent personal treatment
Great tour in Shanghai
Lagentilledirection,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour visiting shanghai's mus seen spots with accurate explanations! Many thanks. I had the 4 hours tour and i even did like the bund and the french concession! Thanks for the delicious Shanghai meal.
Annie is a great tour...
Ray W,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Annie is a great tour guy. Fluent English. Very knowledgeable about the china culture. Able to explain the history in very common language. Super thumb up.
My wife and I highly...
Rene F,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My wife and I highly recommend this tour if you only have a short time to sightsee in Shanghai and want something private and bespoke. Our tour guide, Sammi, was excellent. Her English and knowledge of the sites were impeccable. We visited the Old Town, The French Concession and The Bund. We especially enjoyed walking around the Old Town and Yu Garden and taking in all its history. She also helped us speak to the locals and get good deals on our shopping!
Limited time? - great value
MarizeMarit,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00When you have limited time in Shanghai this is a great way to see some of the highlights. Feifei was my tour guide and she spoke great English and offered me a great choice and variety of things to see. She even mananged to adjust the schedule and dropped me at the airport. Strongly recommended.
So amazing! Thanks :)
196janinat,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were so excited! Sarah explained everything very good and took time for us. She also answered our questions, and we weren't stressed when the four hours were near to end. First we discussed what we want to see, she also gave us recommendations, because of the weather (cloudy day). Afterwards we had a great conversation in a café. She helped us in chinese language to get a taxi. Thanks for everything! :-)
Awesome experience!
Trish L,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Annie took us to all the top spots today and was very knowledgeable. Lunch was an absolute delight and she was very kind with my beginner skills on the chopsticks. Thanks for an awesome experience, Annie!
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