A 2-Day Shanghai City Discovery Tour

A 2-Day Shanghai City Discovery Tour

City Lights to Quiet Canals

About the Trip

Discover Shanghai’s many faces on this immersive 2-day cultural journey. Walk through Yu Garden’s timeless beauty, admire the colonial architecture of the Bund, and experience local traditions — from tasting xiaolongbao to crossing the Huangpu River by public ferry. Ascend the iconic Shanghai Tower for sweeping views of the skyline before diving into Mao-era history at the Propaganda Poster Art Centre. End your trip with a peaceful escape to Zhujiajiao Water Town, where tranquil canals and cobbled paths transport you to ancient China. This tour blends modern marvels, heritage, and heart for a truly enriching experience.

Trip Highlights

Explore Shanghai’s hidden cultural gems, from the dragon wall of Yu Garden to historical buildings along the Bund.
Enjoy authentic xiaolongbao in a local alleyway restaurant and ride a public ferry across the Huangpu River like a true local.
Take in a 360° panoramic city view from the sky-high observatory of Shanghai Tower — the tallest building in China.
Dive into communist history with rare vintage prints at the Propaganda Poster Art Centre.
Unwind in the serene Zhujiajiao Water Town, where stone bridges, canals, and ancient charm provide the perfect contrast to the city buzz.‍

The Itinerary

DAY 1 – Discover the Depths of Shanghai’s Past and Present

Your personal guide and driver will greet you at the airport or your hotel lobby. Begin with a visit to Yu Garden, a peaceful oasis with captivating legends, including the tale of the dragon wall. Continue to the iconic Bund, where your guide will share stories inside its grand old buildings. Venture into local alleyways for a taste of daily life, and enjoy xiaolongbao, Shanghai’s beloved soup dumplings — learn how to eat them the right way! Cross the Huangpu River by public ferry and finish the day at Shanghai Tower, where the fastest elevator in the world takes you to the highest viewpoint in the city.

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Visit Yu Garden and hear the legend of the dragon wall  

Walk along the Bund and explore historic buildings  

Explore local alleyways and taste xiaolongbao  

Cross the Huangpu River by public ferry  

Ascend Shanghai Tower for a panoramic city view

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DAY 2 – Colonial Charm & Canal Reflections

Start your morning strolling through the former French Concession, soaking in the elegance of European-style architecture and untold colonial tales. Then head to the hidden Propaganda Poster Art Centre, a fascinating collection of Mao-era visuals that reveal another side of Chinese history. In the afternoon, escape to the picturesque Zhujiajiao Water Town. Drift along peaceful canals in a rowing boat, admire stone bridges and ancient streets, and unwind in this serene retreat just outside Shanghai. Afterward, your guide and driver will escort you to the airport or train station for your departure.

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French Concession heritage walk

Propaganda Poster Art Centre visit

Zhujiajiao Water Town boat ride and riverside stroll

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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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