Shanghai City Break, Private Tour
4 Days Starting and ending in Shanghai, China
Visiting: Shanghai, Yu Garden, Shanghai, Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai, Nanjing Road, Shanghai, The Bund, Shanghai, Zhujiajiao Water Town, Suzhou, Humble Administrator’s Garden, Lingering Garden, Panmen City Gate, Tongli Water Town
Tour operator:
Tour code:
600718
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 8
Age range:
10-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Discover the vibrant city of Shanghai with our exclusive private tour, offering a perfect blend of cultural exploration and leisure. Begin your journey with a warm welcome and private transfer to your hotel, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience. Explore the serene Yu Garden, the historic Jade Buddha Temple, and the bustling Nanjing Road, all guided by an English-speaking local expert. Stroll along the iconic Bund, where Shanghai's rich history meets its modern skyline. Enjoy a day at leisure or opt for excursions to the picturesque Zhujiajiao Water Town, Suzhou's classical gardens, or the ancient Tongli Water Town. With comfortable accommodation at the Holiday Inn Express Zhabei and private transportation throughout, this tour ensures a seamless and enriching adventure in one of China's most dynamic cities.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : ARRIVAL SHANGHAI
Location: Shanghai
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Zhabei or similar 3*
Upon your arrival at Shanghai airport or Shanghai railway station, you will be met by an English speaking guide who accompanies you to your transfer to the city. The one-hour private transfer will take you directly to your hotel in Shanghai. If you feel tired after the journey, you can relax and make use of all available services at the hotel. But if you are anxious to explore this awesome city, stroll down its charming streets and indulge into its unique vibe.
Overnight in Shanghai.
Day 2 : SHANGHAI
Location: Yu Garden, Shanghai, Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai, Nanjing Road, Shanghai, The Bund, Shanghai
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Zhabei or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel, we will pick you up at about 8:30 at hotel´s lobby for our full-day Shanghai sightseeing tour. We will start with a visit to Yu Garden, a classical garden ranking among the must-see attractions in Shanghai. Dated back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and was owned by a government officer named Pan Yunduan, built for his parents as a place for them to enjoy a tranquil and happy time in their old age. On the periphery of Yu Garden is the old bazaar, where visitors can buy all kinds of souvenirs like foods, craftworks, and jewels. Then, we will drive to Jade Buddha Temple. This old temple was built in 1882, to keep two jade Buddha statues which had been brought from Burma by a monk named Huigen. The temple was destroyed during the revolution that overthrew the Qing Dynasty. Fortunately, the statues were saved and a new temple was built on the present site in 1928. After lunch at the local restaurant (incl.), we will visit Nanjing Road and the Bund. The 5.5-km-long Nanjing Road is China's premier shopping street, which starts at the Bund in the east and ends in the west at the junction of Jing'an Temple and West Yan'an Street. Today it is a must-see metropolitan destination attracting thousands of fashion-seeking shoppers from all over the world. The Bund is a famous waterfront on the west bank of Huangpu River and regarded as the symbol of Shanghai. Here, the charm of Shanghai as a bustling metropolis combining the century-old history and flourishing future is fully presented, making the Bund Shanghai a must-see attraction. You will be back at the hotel in the late afternoon at approx. 18:30.
Overnight in Shanghai.
Day 3 : SHANGHAI
Location: Shanghai, Zhujiajiao Water Town, Suzhou, Humble Administrator’s Garden, Lingering Garden, Panmen City Gate, Tongli Water Town
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Zhabei or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wake up to breakfast at the hotel and enjoy the full day at leisure in the city. You can set out to visit the most interesting sites, go shopping or simply relax at the hotel and enjoy the available services. Alternatively, you can book one of our optional tours (not included):
Zhujiajiao Water Town full-day excursion: starting at 9:00 with the pick-up at your hotel. Zhujiajia Water Town, is well-known throughout the country, with a history of more than 1,700 years. Covering an area of 47 square kilometres, the little fan-shaped town, being regarded as Shanghai's Venice, glimmers like a bright pearl in the landscape of lakes and mountains. Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town is the best-preserved among the four ancient towns in Shanghai. After lunch at a local restaurant continue with a 30 minutes cruise by featured sculling wooden boat. Our tour ends at approx.17:00.
Suzhou full-day excursion: pick up at 8:00 at your hotel. Visit Humble Administrator’s Garden which was originally built in 1509 during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). It was initially a private garden of a former government servant named Wang Xianchen for his life after retirement. He thought that was a simple life led by a humble man like him, hence the name of the garden. Next, we will drive to Lingering Garden. Originally a classical private garden, Lingering Garden is one of the four most famous gardens in China. Possessing a typical Qing style, it is well-known for the exquisite beauty of its magnificent halls, and the various sizes, shapes, and colours of the buildings. After lunch at local restaurant visit Panmen City Gate, which was first built during the Wu Kingdom of Spring and Autumn Period (770BC-476BC) and it is the only well preserved water-and-land city gate in the world now. Next, drive to Xinshiqiao Wharf to take a 45-minute cruise of the Suzhou Grand Canal. The tour ends at approx. 18:00.
Tongli Water Town full-day excursion: pick up at 8:00 at your hotel. Visit Tongli Water Town. Originally named Futu (meaning a rich land), Tongli is an age-old but very well preserved water town with a history of more than 1,000 years. On the eastern shore of Taihu Lake, about 18 kilometres from Suzhou City. It is a really wonderful travel destination for its profound cultural background and achievement. After lunch at a local restaurant continue with a 30 minutes cruise by featured sculling wooden boat. Tour ends at approx. 18:00.
Overnight in Shanghai.
Day 4 : DEPARTURE SHANGHAI
Location: Shanghai
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, check-out and at the agreed time you will be transferred to the Shanghai airport or Shanghai railway station to continue with your travel arrangements.
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with English-speaking local guide during full-day Shanghai sightseeing tour.
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Transport
Inbound/Outbound private transfer from/to Shanghai airport or Shanghai railway station with English speaking guide assistance and private transportation in an air-conditioning vehicle throughout the tour.
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Entrance Fees & Activities
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, Nanjing Road and the Bund tour.
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Other
Meet & Greet service.
What's Not Included
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Flights and Visa
International nor domestic flight tickets and airport taxes or China visa fees.
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Rail Tickets
Rail tickets are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Personal Expenses
Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic
on-alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses or items not stated explicitly in the programme. -
City Tax
City tax not included, payable on the spot.
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Unmentioned Visits
Any visit not mentioned in the programme.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours and activities are not included.
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Tips
Tips for guides and drivers are not included.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is best suited to travel in the warm months and warm clothing in the colder months in China. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses and a hat can be very useful during your stay.
Please Note
- Please check the China visa requirements with your local embassy or authorities
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
- Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including a possible change of hotels and/or itinerary
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- In many hotels in China, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems, security reasons or other restrictions.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Shanghai:
- Standard Hotel Category = Holiday Inn Express Zhabei or similar 3*
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Shanghai:
- Standard Hotel Category = Holiday Inn Express Zhabei or similar 3*
Mode of Transport
Travel conveniently with private transfers from/to Shanghai airport or railway station, accompanied by an English-speaking guide. Enjoy private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour, ensuring a comfortable journey.
Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay with 3 nights' accommodation at the Holiday Inn Express Zhabei or a similar 3-star hotel in Shanghai, offering a standard hotel category experience.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour, with private transfers from/to Shanghai airport or railway station, accompanied by an English-speaking guide.
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Is there a guide available during the tour?
Yes, the tour is operated with an English-speaking local guide during the full-day Shanghai sightseeing tour.
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What are the accommodation arrangements during the tour?
The tour includes 3 nights' accommodation at the Holiday Inn Express Zhabei or a similar 3-star hotel in Shanghai, offering a standard hotel category experience.
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Are entrance fees included in the tour package?
Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary, such as visits to Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, Nanjing Road, and the Bund tour, are included.
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What meals are included in the tour?
Breakfast is included each day, and lunch is provided on the second day during the full-day Shanghai sightseeing tour.
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Are there any optional excursions available during the tour?
Yes, optional full-day excursions to Zhujiajiao Water Town, Suzhou, and Tongli Water Town are available, but they are not included in the tour package.
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What should I wear during the tour?
Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for warm months, and warm clothing for colder months. Visitors should avoid wearing sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious, or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, and a hat can be very useful.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Tui China requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of tui china charges.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
