Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Discover the captivating contrast of timeless heritage and cutting‑edge modernity in Shanghai on this private shore excursion.
Marvel at the soaring skyline of Lujiazui Financial District, crowned by Shanghai Tower and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Travel back centuries as you wander the charming lanes of Shanghai Old Town and explore the exquisite classical landscapes of Yu Garden. Pause for an elegant authentic Chinese tea ceremony, a gentle immersion into beloved Chinese tea traditions.
Stroll along the iconic Bund, lined with magnificent historic colonial buildings steeped in Shanghai’s storied past. Call at a local silk workshop to witness age‑old silk‑making artistry and browse fine silk souvenirs.
Let your knowledgeable English‑speaking guide lead you through this curated journey, tailored to your rhythm.
What's included
Entrace fee in Yu garden
Traditional tea ceremony
Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off service
Private Van service and English speaking guide
Lunch
Gratuities
What to expect
Shanghai Tower
1h · Admission ticket not included
Your professional local guide and driver will meet you at the arrival hall of your cruise terminal, holding a name sign. Pick‑up location will be adjusted to match your vessel: either Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal or Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal, based on your cruise ship’s schedule and name. Transfer by private air‑conditioned vehicle to downtown Shanghai.
Arrive at Lujiazui, Shanghai’s world‑renowned international financial centre located on the east bank of Huangpu River. Your guide will give you a brief orientation to this district.
Here you will witness Shanghai’s iconic modern skyline: the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, the spiraling Shanghai Tower (China’s tallest building), Shanghai World Financial Center and Jin Mao Tower, collectively known as the “Lujiazui Three Towers”. Stroll along the riverside promenade for fantastic photo opportunities facing the Bund’s historic colonial buildings across the Huangpu River.
Yuyuan Old Street
2h · Admission ticket included
Next, we travel to Shanghai’s historic Old Town. Wander through lively Yuyuan Bazaar packed with traditional shops and red lanterns before stepping inside Yu Garden, a well‑preserved classical Jiangnan private garden dating back to the Ming Dynasty. Your guide will walk you past elegant pavilions, tranquil ponds, delicate rock formations and winding corridors, showcasing classic Chinese garden design. You will soak in the authentic atmosphere of old Shanghai, very different from the sleek modern skyline you just saw in Lujiazui.
After exploring the garden, slow down for a wonderful Chinese tea ceremony in a charming historic tea house nearby. Learn about Chinese tea culture from your host, watch the graceful tea‑making ritual, and taste premium local teas such as Longjing green tea or Tieguanyin oolong. This peaceful cultural pause offers you a perfect moment to relax and savor traditional flavors right in the heart of old Shanghai.
The Bund (Wai Tan)
1h
We then head to the famous Bund along the Huangpu River. Admire the magnificent row of well‑preserved colonial‑style historic buildings built in the early 20th century. Your guide will share stories about Shanghai’s colourful past as an international trading port. Standing on the riverside promenade, you get spectacular views back across the water towards the futuristic skyscrapers of Lujiazui — a stunning contrast between old and new Shanghai, perfect for photos.
1h
Your final stop will be a reputable local silk factory. Discover the centuries‑old craft of Chinese silk production. You can watch demonstrations showing how silk is made from silkworm cocoons, and enjoy free time to browse and shop for high‑quality silk products, including silk scarves, pillowcases and clothing
Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal
30m
At the end of your tour, your guide and driver will transfer you safely back to your cruise terminal (either Wusongkou or Shanghai Port Cruise Terminal), arriving well ahead of your ship’s scheduled departure time.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
