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Discover Shanghai, a booming megalopolis mixing East and West, ancient and modern. The 144-hour visa-free transit policy makes Shanghai a more convenient destination for transit and short stay passengers. We also design tours from Shanghai to the Yellow Mountains, Suzhou, Hangzhou, and nearby water towns, all of which can be completed within 6 days. Each tour can be tailored to your dates and interests. We are all about 'Discovery Your Way!'

What you can do in Shanghai if you have…

1 Day Good for a city tour

Shanghai Highlights Tour

+Pu River night cruise

Orside car tour

Orlocal food tour

32% of China Highlights' travelers' choice

2-3 DaysPopular for Shanghai area

Shanghai Highlights Tour

+Suzhou classic gardens

+Water towns

39% of China Highlights' travelers' choice

4-7 Days Recommend for Shanghai and Neighbors

Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Suzhou Bullet Train Tour

+Hangzhou tea culture experience

+Essence of Hangzhou Tour

21% of China Highlights' travelers' choice

Most Popular Tours

Highlights of Shanghai with water town

Visit the modern and ancient parts of Shanghai, and enjoy the Zhujiajiao Watertown.

2-Day Charming Shanghai and Watertown Tour From: US$329p/p

See the best highlights of Shanghai in one day as a VIP

Discover both modern and ancient Shanghai by viewing on the tallest building, walking on the Bund and visiting beautiful ancient water towns – Zhujiajiao.

Shanghai Essence and Water Village Day Tour From: US$115p/p

Feel the charm of the representative water towns

A trip to discover two different water towns: Zhouzhuang and Jinxi. One is famous while the other is quiet.

1-Day Zhouzhuang and Jinxi Water Town Tour From: US$120p/p

Flexible layover solution

Utilize limited time to explore the essential of Shanghai, tailor-made itinerary to fit your schedule.

1-Day Shanghai Highlights Private Tour From: US$199p/p

Suzhou classical gardens and water town

Start and end in Shanghai, grasp the chance to visit Suzhou Gardens, and relax on a hand rowing boat in Tongli Water Town.

1-Day Shanghai to Suzhou Roundtrip Tour From: US$199p/p

Bullet train experience and water town relaxing

A great chance to explore the Yangtze Delta's cities including Shanghai, Suzhou and Hangzhou.

5-Day Shanghai, Hangzhou and Suzhou Bullet Train Tour From: US$839p/p

Transfer and Theme Tours

Between Shanghai Cruise Port, Airports, Train Stations and Hotels

We offer a secure, reliable, fast and serene private transfer service, with 24-7 customer service and unbeatable prices.

Shanghai Private Transfer From: US$18p/p

Cruise port transfer and city tour, tailor-made to meet your needs.

2-Day Shanghai Port Transfer with City Tour From: US$329p/p

Shanghai highlights and Disneyland

Explore Shanghai city, water town and Disneyland, enjoy family time.

4-Day Shanghai Family Tour with Disneyland From: US$509p/p

Shanghai Extension

In-depth Bund culture discovery and tea plantation

Learn the culture behind the buildings, pick tea-leaves and make writing brush.

5-Day Shanghai and Hangzhou with Watertown Culture Tour From: US$939p/p

Natural Environment and Weekend Escape

This tour is ideal for people desiring to escape to Arcadia from the hustle and bustle of metropolis

4-Day Escape to Huangshan from Shanghai or Hangzhou Tour From: US$829p/p

Great Wall, Forbidden City and Summer Palace

Suitable for people who have limited time but want to visit Beijing.

2-Day Beijing Highlights from Shanghai From: US$739p/p

Trip Notes

Common Questions Travelers Ask Us

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1. What is the 144-hour visa-free transit policy?

A short stay (up to 6 days) in Shanghai and surrounding cities is more convenient now, for it is usually visa free! Since January 30th 2016, citizens from 51 countries can come to any of the following ports of entry in China – Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal, Shanghai Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal, Shanghai Railway Station, Nanjing Lukou International Airport, and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport – and stay within the administrative precincts of Shanghai municipality, Jiangsu Province and Zhejiang Province for up to 144 hours without Chinese visas, by producing their own valid international travel documents and onward air/boat/train tickets to another country (or region) with confirmed date and seat to leave within 144 hours of arrival.

2. What's the difference between the water towns?

There are several water towns near Shanghai, Suzhou and Hangzhou. They have much in common, such as water canals and stone bridges, but each of them has its own unique features. Most people will have difficulty choosing between the towns, deciding which to visit. We have researched each water town and made a summary for you:

Ancient Town	Distance	Features	Crowds	Travel Time	Rating
Nanxun	Shanghai 2h Suzhou 1½h Hangzhou 1½h	Traditional Chinese and Western architecture, once the wealthiest town, local people still living there, full of cultural experiences	Least commercial Quiet	4 hours (2 days)	5
Tongli	Shanghai 1½h Suzhou ½h	Small water town with lovely typical traditional architecture and bridges, local people still living there, easy to get to from Suzhou	Less commercial Quiet	3 hours	5
Xitang	Shanghai 1½h Suzhou 1h	Most bridges and lanes; covered waterside walks	Less commercial Quiet	3 hours	4
Wuzhen	Shanghai 2h Hangzhou 1h	A restored old town with very good hotels	Commercial Crowded	4 hours (2 days)	4
Zhujiajiao	Shanghai 1h	Near to Shanghai, suitable for a half day tour	Very commercial Over-crowded	3 hours	3
Qibao	Shanghai ½h	Very small, ancient buildings, no canals	Over-crowded	1 hours	3
Luzhi	Shanghai 1½h	Less commercialized, singing boatwomen	Less commercial Very quiet	2 hours	3
Zhouzhuang	Shanghai 2h Suzhou 1h	Most popular, water is not clear in the summer time	Very commercial Over-crowded	2 hours	2

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