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Shanghai is an international metropolis with a blend of rich history and fashionable modernity. On our Shanghai mini group and private tour packages, one can feel the vitality and prosperity of this city from the museum to Yuyuan Garden and the thriving Bund area. A short cruise on the Huangpu River is also a fantastic experience. Nearby water towns are unique and well worth a visit to round off your Shanghai tour.
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Best Shanghai Private Tours
3 Days Shanghai Private Tour from $389- 4 Days Shanghai - Tongli Water Town from $519
- 4 Days Shanghai Highlights with Disneyland from $579
- 5 Days Shanghai - Suzhou - Zhouzhuang from $689
- Shanghai One Day Tours, 11 Itineraries from $72
- 2 Days Shanghai Tours, 8 Itineraries from $172
- 2 Days Shanghai & Suzhou Tour from $236
- 5 Days Shanghai - Suzhou - Hangzhou from $799
- 5 Days Shanghai - Zhangjiajie from $1029
- 4 Days Shanghai - Huangshan from $759
- 8 Days Shanghai - Hangzhou - Suzhou - Wuxi - Nanjing from $1279
Tailor Your Shanghai Private Tour
Independent Travelers
- Independent Trip to the Disneyland Park
- Yuyuan Garden and Its Nearby Old Street
- One Day to the Museum, Yuyuan & the Bund
- One Day Big Bus Trip to Experience the City
- 2 Days High Speed Train to Hangzhou
- 2 Days Essence of the City with a Watertown
- 3 Days High Speed Train to Mt. Huangshan
- 2 Days High Speed Train to Nanjing
144-Hour Visa-Free Transit in Shanghai
China's 144-hour visa free transit policy, carried out in Shanghai Municipality, Jiangsu Province and Zhejiang Province, makes a layover tour in Shanghai and its surroundings without a visa much easier than ever before. Transit travelers from 53 countries or regions can benefit from this policy and move around the three regions with visa exemption. More specifically, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Nanjing, and water towns like Wuzhen, Zhouzhuang and Tongli are all great places for a layover tour. Contact us to know more and better plan your Shanghai tours.
Shanghai Tour Planning
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- Best Observation Decks on Skyscrapers
- Places of Interest: 12 Historical Sites
- 8 Best Water Towns
- Amusement Parks: Top 5 Places to Go
- 15 Free Things to Do
- 8 Fun Things to Do with Family
- 15 Things to Do in Shanghai with Kids
- 11 Most Romantic Places for Honeymoon
- 8 Unique Things to Do in Shanghai Only
- Off the Beaten Path: 8 Lesser-Known Places
- Top 7 Night Activities
How many airports are there in Shanghai? Which one should I choose to book my flight?
The city has two airports – Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). If you are going to book a domestic flight, Hongqiao airport should be your first choice since it is much closer to the downtown area. If you want to book an international flight, Pudong Airport has a wider choice of flights.
I've heard there are several water towns near Shanghai. Which one should I choose for a day trip?
There are eight ancient water towns with somewhat similar landscapes near the city. The tranquil and less-touristy Xitang and Tongli give visitors a better experience. Both of them are around 1.5 hours drive. However, if you like a more bustling atmosphere, the more developed Zhouzhuang or Wuzhen, still hold irresistible charms and captivate tourists from around the world.
Can you tell me which tower would be the best to visit, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, World Financial Center, Jin Mao Tower or Shanghai Tower?
Either Shanghai Tower or the World Financial Center is a good option. As the tallest and second tallest skyscrapers in China, they both offer amazing city views with symbolic landmarks including the neighboring Jin Mao Tower and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. For a thrill, the World Financial Center has a transparent glass floor at F100 for visitors to walk on and look down to the ground below.
I will stay in Shanghai for a few days. Which neighboring city can I visit and come back in the same day?
You can take a private day trip to Suzhou or Hangzhou by a high-speed train. The one way train journey to Suzhou takes only about 30 minutes, and around 1 hour to Hangzhou.
Both Suzhou and Hangzhou are quite different from the hustle and bustle of Shanghai. Suzhou is known for its exquisite classical gardens, where you can enjoy a charming natural beauty, harmonious old buildings and rich local culture. Hangzhou, nicknamed “heaven on earth”, boasts great natural beauty and cultural relics. You will definitely be struck by the enchanting scenery of the West Lake, which has been listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO since 2011. No matter which of the two you visit, you won't be disappointed by our Shanghai vacation packages.
Both Suzhou and Hangzhou are quite different from the hustle and bustle of Shanghai. Suzhou is known for its exquisite classical gardens, where you can enjoy a charming natural beauty, harmonious old buildings and rich local culture. Hangzhou, nicknamed “heaven on earth”, boasts great natural beauty and cultural relics. You will definitely be struck by the enchanting scenery of the West Lake, which has been listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO since 2011. No matter which of the two you visit, you won't be disappointed by our Shanghai vacation packages.
Is it possible to take the maglev train to the airport instead of your private car?
Yes, we are very happy to arrange the amazingly fast maglev train for your Shanghai city tour. It is recommended to use the maglev if your flight arrives at or leaves from Pudong International Airport. Below are the maglev operation times.
Route: Longyang Rd. – Pudong International Airport (PVG)
From Longyang Rd.: 06:45 – 21:40
From Pudong Airport: 07:02 - 21:42; Two extra trains at 22:15 and 22:40 from PVG
Frequency: 15-20 minutes
Route: Longyang Rd. – Pudong International Airport (PVG)
From Longyang Rd.: 06:45 – 21:40
From Pudong Airport: 07:02 - 21:42; Two extra trains at 22:15 and 22:40 from PVG
Frequency: 15-20 minutes
I'm very interested in visiting the Disneyland. Can I add it into your private Shanghai tour itinerary?
The Disneyland is indeed an incredibly happy place, and you can certainly add it to any of our Shanghai local tour itineraries. To save your travel cost, we suggest you book tickets on the Disney Resort App, on the official website of the park, call 400-180-0000 or 86-21-31580000. Also, though it is not that essential to have a guide for the Disneyland, we are more than happy to offer private transfers to and from Disneyland for your convenience.
The guide gave us a good explanation and treated us kindly. He got along well with us and always livened up the atmosphere during the trip.
I chose TravelChinaGuide to plan my Shanghai tour. They did an excellent job! The itinerary was reasonable and not in a hurry. My son and I could keep up with the group. Everyone was punctual and friendly. We were able to arrive at the scenic spots and return to the hotel on time.
The guide also cared about us especially my son. My son liked her very much! I was pleased with the Shanghai tour and wished I had the guide accompany if I could return. ... More
The guide made great use of time and arranged everything properly. There was no shopping stop. What we need to do during this trip was to have a great rest and enjoy the beautiful scenic spots. That’s so good!