Private Yu Garden, The Bund, French Concession, Pudong Half-Day Tour Discount Tickets

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Get your discount tickets for the Shanghai Private Guided Tour – Half Day or Full Day Sightseeing, save up to 12% !

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12% OFF Refundable
Afternoon Half-day Tour
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$26.29

REG. $30.00

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Afternoon Tour: Entrance fees, private English speaking driver guide and comfortable transfer service are inclusive. Your Tour departure time is at 2pm. Pickup included
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Morning Half-day Tour
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$26.29

REG. $30.00

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Morning Tour: Entrance fees, private English speaking driver guide and comfortable transfer service are inclusive. Your Tour departure time is at 9am. Pickup included
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Full-Day Tour
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$35.05

REG. $40.00

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Duration: 8 hours Pickup included

Overview

Enjoy a 4- or 8-hour private tour with a professional tour guide and a private vehicle to "can't miss" highlights of Shanghai. Experience the contrasts of Tall and Short, Old and New, East and West in this dynamic city. Follow your friendly guide to see The Bund, French Concession, Yu Garden, Old Town, plus Pudong Financial District, Jade Buddha Temple, People's Square, Nanjing Road, all included. In addition, you have a chance to try local Chinese tea in a local tea house for free. The pickup place for this tour can be either your hotel or Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal.

Pickup Information

You will be picked up by your guide with a sign of your name from your hotel lobby or Cruise Terminal.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. The Bund
Meet your knowledgeable guide at your hotel lobby. Then drive to the Bund, Shanghai’s picturesque waterfront, well known as the International Architecture Exhibition for its spectacular soaring skyline. From here, enjoy sweeping views of both sides of the Huangpu River.
Duration: 60 mins
2. Yu Garden
Continue to visit the intricately designed Yu Yuan Garden and the ancient Shanghai Old Street. Yu Garden is a classical Jiangnan-style private garden dating back to the Ming Dynasty. You will admire delicate rockeries, winding corridors, elegant ponds, exquisite pavilions, and intricate traditional carvings throughout the scenic area. Adjacent to it lies lively Yuyuan Bazaar with ancient-style buildings, various local snacks, traditional handicraft shops and picturesque archways. It is a perfect spot to appreciate ancient Chinese gardening art, experience authentic Shanghai folk culture, and take plenty of stunning cultural photos. Afterward, take a break in a local Chinese tea house where you can experience the Chinese tea ceremony and try local loose tea.
Duration: 80 mins
3. Pudong New Area
Followed by the Pudong Business and Financial District, where you can see all the main skyscrapers of the city, such as Shanghai Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, and Jinmao Tower. If you book the full-day tour, you will visit the observation deck of the Shanghai Tower. From there, you can overlook the entire city and enjoy panoramic views of both sides of the Huangpu River. The admission ticket is at your own expense.
Duration: 60 mins
4. Former French Concession
Followed you drive guide and step into the former French Concession Xintiandi, which features renovated traditional Shikumen stone-gate houses blended with trendy modern commercial spaces, full of artistic atmosphere and great photo spots. You may wander distinctive alleys, boutique stores, and stylish cafes. The Half-day tour will end here. You can stay here for lunch or go back to your hotel. For guests on our full-day tour, this is an ideal lunch stop with a wide selection of authentic local Chinese and Western-style restaurants. You can enjoy genuine Shanghainese and classic Chinese cuisine here before continuing your city exploration.
Duration: 40 mins
5. Jade Buddha Temple
After lunch, you will visit the Jade Buddha Temple. Located in downtown Shanghai, Jade Buddha Temple is a well-known Buddhist sanctuary built in the early 20th century. On this stop, you will admire traditional Chinese temple architecture with yellow walls and upturned eaves. Its highlights include a famous seated jade Buddha carved from a whole piece of jade and a reclining jade Buddha statue. You can smell sandalwood incense, appreciate solemn Buddhist halls and ancient religious relics, enjoying a peaceful break from the busy city while learning about local Buddhist culture.
Duration: 40 mins
6. People's Square (Renmin Guang Chang)
People’s Square is the geographic center of Shanghai, surrounded by eye-catching landmark buildings perfect for photography. You can snap photos of the uniquely shaped Shanghai Museum, elegant Shanghai Grand Theatre, and stylish Urban Planning Exhibition Center. Next to the square is People’s Park, a peaceful green space for walking. Its most famous highlight is the weekend matchmaking corner, where parents post information to seek partners for their children. It presents a distinctive local folk custom, allowing you to experience genuine daily Shanghai life alongside splendid architectural views.
Duration: 40 mins
7. Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
As Shanghai’s most famous commercial pedestrian street, Nanjing Road stretches from People’s Square to the Bund, lined with century-old department stores, trendy brand boutiques, dazzling neon signs and classic historic buildings. You can wander bustling walkways, admire unique colonial-style facades ideal for photos, taste local snacks and shop for souvenirs. Walking eastward leads straight to the Huangpu River waterfront, offering convenient access to spectacular Bund river views that blend rich history, lively commerce, and iconic urban scenery.
Duration: 40 mins

Inclusion

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Bottled water

Entrance fees

Port pickup and drop-off

Professional English speaking guide

Parking fees

Transport by private vehicle

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Please wear comfortable walking shoes

Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time upon booking

Supplied by Shanghai Driver Guide

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