1 day in Shanghai

1 day in Shanghai

From Skyline to Street Life

About the Trip

Perfect for travelers short on time, this one-day private tour offers the ultimate highlights of Shanghai. Ascend to the top of Shanghai Tower for breathtaking views, then dive into the city’s past at the historic Yu Garden, adorned with imperial dragon motifs. Savor authentic xiaolongbao at a heritage restaurant before exploring the tree-lined boulevards of the French Concession. Stroll along the Bund and bustling Nanjing Road to soak in modern prosperity and timeless grandeur. With private guide service and flexible transportation, this tour ensures a rich, comfortable, and unforgettable taste of Shanghai.

Trip Highlights

Ride the fastest elevator in the world to the top of Shanghai Tower, the tallest building in China, for a sweeping city view.Discover the hidden symbolism of Yu Garden, where imperial dragons guard a classic Chinese retreat.
Discover the hidden symbolism of Yu Garden, where imperial dragons guard a classic Chinese retreat.
Taste century-old xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) at a beloved local restaurant.
Stroll through the French Concession, admiring colonial architecture and hearing tales of Shanghai’s international past.
Walk the Bund and Nanjing Road, Shanghai’s iconic waterfront and vibrant shopping avenue.
Private guide, non-smoking vehicle, and flexible pickup/drop-off make this a smooth and personal experience.

The Itinerary

DAY 1 – Sky High & Streets Below: Shanghai in a Day

According to your schedule, your private guide will be waiting for you at the airport, train station, cruise port, or in your hotel's lobby. A comfortable, non-smoking vehicle with an experienced driver will be ready to take you on a tour to explore Shanghai. First, you will take the fastest elevator in the world to the top of the Shanghai Tower, the highest building in the city, where you can enjoy a bird's-eye view of Shanghai. Next, visit Yu Garden, a grand classical Chinese garden famous for its five resident dragons, symbols reserved for emperors. For lunch, try some xiaolongbao (steamed buns) at a local restaurant with over 100 years of history. Afterwards, explore the French Concession to learn about Shanghai's colonial past and admire its elegant residences. Then, take a stroll along the Bund and experience the bustling Nanjing Road, a great spot for shopping before you leave. At the end of the trip, your guide will escort you back to your hotel, airport, cruise port, or train station as per your requirements.

Activities:

Ride to the top of Shanghai Tower for panoramic views  

Visit Yu Garden and learn about its imperial dragon designs  

Enjoy xiaolongbao lunch at a century-old local restaurant  

Explore the French Concession and its colonial history  

Walk along the Bund and shop on Nanjing Road

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Trip Include

Airport/train station pickup and drop-off with a professional driver.
Knowledgeable, English-speaking guides throughout the tour.
All your activities, hotels, and meals are planned out just as shown in the itinerary.
Private air-conditioned vehicle for all scheduled sightseeing.

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