Hit Shanghai’s most impressive sights in a single, action-packed excursion during this full-day trip—perfect for first-timers. Start by exploring the more traditional side of town as you visit the the centuries-old waterways of Zhujiajiao, the serene 400-year-old Yu Garden, and Shanghait's vibrant Old Town. Then, discover the modern side of the fast-paced city on a scenic walk in the cutting-edge Bund district.
Tour Highlights
- The most affordable way to explore Shanghai in a full day by bus.
- Visit must-see attractions such as Zhujiajiao Water Town, Yu Garden and The Bund.
- All entrance fees and a light lunch are included for your convenience.
- Friendly local tour guide and comfortable vehicle make the trip hassle-free.
Detailed Itinerary
You'll receive a welcome call or text from your guide, he/she will confirm the meeting time at 9:30 AM for the next day's trip. If you are not available at that moment, the tour guide will leave a message for you.
Just in case that if you don't receive our emails or phone calls, please call our 24-hour hotline at +86-18807734970 or add WeChat ID: trippest666 and we will put things right.
Our tour has no pick-up service, please make your way to meet our guide at the meeting point below:
- Gate of Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel
- Address: No.159 He'nan South Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, 200010, China
- Note: You can take Subway Line 10 or line 14 and get off at the【YuYuan Garden Station】. After exiting from Exit 3, cross the street to reach the meeting point.
Transfer to Chenghuang Historial Area. Explore Shanghai Old Town, immersing yourself in the lively local atmosphere and traditional charm.
Visit the exquisite Yu Garden, a classic example of Chinese imperial garden design, and admire its tranquil pavilions, ponds, and rock formations.
Yu gardenBoard the bus and depart for the enchanting Zhujiajiao Water Town ( 1 hour driving). Once arrived in Zhujiajiao, you will enjoy a Shanghai-style light meal and sample local snacks.
Famous snack in Zhujiajiao--Zongzi
After lunch, immerse yourself in Zhujiajiao, often called the 'Venice of Shanghai'. In centuries past Zhujiajiao (/joo-jyaa-jyaoww/) was a trading area: the many canals were used to ferry products along in little boats and barges. Boats are still very much part of the charm of the place. Small boats are ubiquitous there, functioning as a nice way to get a view of the town and experience local life.
Map of Zhujiajiao Watertown
You will be taking a gondola(not included) on the waterway to view the face of old town from a different angle at your pace. If you want some more time for taking photos, or you have more questions about the history and architecture, just let your guide know.
Visiting by boat
Many boats on the river
Your tour guide will help you explore some carefully-selected places along the waterway, recommended by our local experts, while other group tours only ride the waterway in a routine way.
Kezhi (/ker-jrr/) Garden at the northern edge of the old district on Xijing Street is a garden dating back to 1912. "Kezhi" means 'Study Plants', and the garden was a place to see and learn about plants. You can get some excellent pictures, for example of bright yellow rapeseed flowers, in Kezhi Garden.
The area consists of a main hall, a garden, and an artificial hill. The outstanding feature of the garden is a five-story building with a pavilion on its roof - the tallest structure in old Zhujiajiao.
The front of Kezhi Garden
Kezhi Garden
Qing Dynasty Post Office: On Xihu (/sshee-hoo/ 'West Lake') Street there is a post office built in the Qing Dynasty (1644–1911), said to be the best preserved of its era in China. There are many exhibits: among them old letters written on bamboo and antique post cards of old Shanghai.
Post office in Qing dynasty
Fangsheng Bridge is one of the main attractions among the 36 ancient stone bridges, some only one yard wide. It was built in 1812, and is said to be the largest stone arch bridge in Shanghai, resting on five arches, about 70 meters long, and 5.8 meters tall.
Fangsheng Bridge
Wrap up your enchanting water town adventure and board the comfortable coach for your journey back to downtown Shanghai. Walking along the Bund of Shanghai, enjoy iconic 'World Architecture Gallery' while our guide shares its fascinating history.
Tour ends at the Bund. After that, you may freely explore the Bund and enjoy its stunning night views.
The bundPrice Include:
- Admission to attractions listed on the itinerary.
- Shanghai-style light meal lunch.
- Air-conditioned comfortable bus.
- English-speaking local guide.
Price Exclude:
- Hotel pick-up and drop off service.
- Boat riding at Zhujiajiao Water Town.
- Personal expenses.
- Tipping of guide & driver recommended on good service on a 2:1 ratio separately (usually RMB50-100 per person).
FAQs About This Tour
- If we are not able to implement the contract due to war, flood, typhoon, fire, strikes, storm, earthquake, or any other condition we are not able to foresee and avoid, we will inform customers at the first possible opportunity and offer the best possible solutions, and the final bill shall be settled based on the service we actually provide.
- Up to 7 days before departure: 100% refund of all money paid, excluding penalties charged by hotels, railways, airlines, and PayPal, if applicable. All penalties will be itemized.
- From 3 to 7 days before departure: 90% refund, excluding penalties charged by hotels, railways, airlines, and PayPal, if applicable. All penalties will be itemized.
- Within 3 days before departure: no refund.
- After the trip has commenced, we are unable to refund any amount for cancelled services due to non-participation, early departure, late arrival, or missed days on tours.
- For groups of more than 10 people: The terms for cancellation may vary from case to case. Please ask your travel advisor regarding the cancellation policy for your group.
In order to making sure we have enough time to arrange your trip and make sure the availability we usually require customer make their booking at least 24 hours in advance and that's why you can not book directly on-line for a 24-hour last-minute booking.
But that does not mean you have no chance to book a last-minute trip within 24 hours. For urgent booking, please make a phone call to us at: +86-18807734970 to check the availability or send an email (not recommended as you may not get the response immediately) at: inquiry@trippest.com
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