Private Tour
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Experience the wonderful Shanghai on this fully customized 4-hour city tour with the companion of an expert guide. The tour is 100% customized catering to your interests or needs. No matter for the first time visitor or return regular travelers, your local expert guide will lead you to the incredible Shanghai sites such as ancient old town and Yu garden , charming chic french concession , local famed Jade Buddha Temple or grand modern skyscrapers etc with a delightful Shanghai dim sum meal included in the tour.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Old Town
Your professional guide and the driver 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, begin your tour to Old Town , here enjoy exploring the “Qing Dynasty” ancient town, enjoy nice walk along nine-lucky bridge, visit Ming dynasty Chinese classic Yu garden, Explore the authentical Shanghai Old Street and take in the beautiful old architecture and see colorful local arts, crafts and more. You may also enjoy some fun souvenir shopping here.
Former French Concession
Next head to the city's most chic and trendy area in the old french concession , where you will see the typical Shanghai alley lane markets, experience the authentical local culture, life and sounds of the people.
Private tour services
Hotel pick up and drop off ( for hotel located in downtown Shanghai, pick up does not include in the outskirts such as Pudong airport, Jinqao , Songjiang, Jiading district. If you are not in the city center a meeting point will be provided after the booking
Amazing Local Tour guide
Experienced driver with air-conditioned comfortable car
one tasty local dim sum meal
Entrance fees if apply
Gratuities
Select a pickup point
Great guide, private driver with car, tasty dim sum meal are included. Your tour departure is in the afternoon.
Pickup included
Great guide, private driver with car, tasty dim sum meal are included. Your tour departure is in the morning.
Pickup included
Evening Departure: Great guide, private driver with car, tasty dim sum meal are included. Your tour departure is in the evening.
Pickup included
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Barbara G,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
We had the most wonderful experience exploring the beautiful city of Shanghai — and it was all thanks to our incredible guide, Sammi. From the very beginning, Sammi went above and beyond to create the perfect itinerary for us. She shared the rich history behind everything we saw, bringing each site to life with her knowledge and enthusiasm. We were especially fascinated by the stunning Jade Buddha Temple. Exploring its exquisite chambers and learning about its history was truly unforgettable. The blend of old and new architecture throughout the city was equally impressive, and Sammi made sure we appreciated every detail. One of the highlights of our day was lunch at her favorite traditional Chinese restaurant. She thoughtfully selected dishes she considered “must-tries,” and it turned out to be one of the best meals of our trip! Her goal was clearly to make this a memorable experience from start to finish, and she succeeded in every way. She had endless patience taking photos for us at all the picturesque spots, and by the end of the tour, we felt completely fulfilled and so grateful for the day we had. I would also like to mention Sunny, the tour coordinator, who was an absolute pleasure to work with. I had been in touch with her for a year while planning this experience, and she was always responsive, flexible, and accommodating when we wanted to adjust our original itinerary. The day was perfectly balanced — comfortable transportation combined with plenty of time to walk and explore. We couldn’t have asked for more. This tour deserves a perfect five stars, and Sammi deserves ten for being the very best guide we could have hoped for!
Sachin M,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
Five star service with knowledgeable and friendly guide Robert who was professional and helpful to give us the best possible tour of Shanghai possible. We are very grateful to him.
Cesar V,May 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
The experience was very good, Linda the tour guide was very diligent and nice person. As the tour was custom, she was very aware of what we needed
Rob v,Apr 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
It was a very nice private trip, Fei fei knows a lot about the worthwhile sights in Shanghai and speaks perfectly good English! Also the dim sum she choose was plenty and very delicious!
Heike W,Mar 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
Annie was a very knowledgeable guide. 6 friends from different countries working together on a Cruise Ship don't always have much time for tours, so this evening tour just for us was the perfect fit, as we were able to decide where we wanted to go and what we wanted to do. We decided for the old town, the French concession and the Dim Sum. Annie chose a variety of different dishes, and all was delicious, she chose very well, and we enjoyed. The old town looks very different to the daytime and we were amazed, the French Concession was new to us and is the perfect place to have a cocktail or two at the end of the tour. Great tour and we would recommend it!
Operated by Sunny Private Tours