Shanghai Classic Highlights

Shanghai Classic Panorama Tour

The Bund · Yu Garden · Oriental Pearl Tower · French Concession, Understand Shanghai in One Trip

3 Days 2 NightsShanghai900 – 1,260 USD

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2Nights

1Destinations

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First-TimerIconic LandmarksCity WalkHuangpu River

Overview

Trip Overview

If you're visiting Shanghai for the first time, this itinerary is made for you. Over three days, we walk from the colonial architecture of The Bund to the classical Jiangnan gardens of Yu Garden, ascend the Oriental Pearl Tower for panoramic views, and wander the plane-tree-lined streets of the Former French Concession. No rushing, no box-ticking – experience the city's past and present like a local.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓The Bund's International Architecture Complex and Huangpu River Night Views
✓Stroll Through Yu Garden and the Old City God Temple Area
✓Ascend the Oriental Pearl Tower for Panoramic Views of the Lujiazui Skyline
✓French Concession Plane Tree Streets and Wukang Road Instagram Spots
✓Free Shopping on Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
✓Shanghai Museum Bronze and Ceramics Collections
✓Authentic Benbang Cuisine and Nanxiang Xiaolongbao Experience
✓Huangpu River Night Cruise

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYShanghai

Day 1: The Bund · Nanjing Road · Yu Garden Old City Area

BreakfastNot included

MorningArrive in Shanghai, private car airport/station pickup, transfer to downtown hotel for check-in. After a short rest, stroll along Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street and experience the bustle of 'China's No. 1 Commercial Street'.

LunchNot included · Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant recommended

AfternoonHead to the Bund to admire the International Architecture Exhibition Complex and learn about Shanghai's port-opening history. Then walk to Yu Garden to tour the classical Jiangnan garden, explore the Old City God Temple area, and taste Nanxiang Xiaolongbao.

DinnerNot included · Lao Zhengxing Restaurant recommended

EveningEnjoy night views of both banks of the Huangpu River at the Bund, take a Huangpu River cruise, and experience the dazzling lights of the Pujiang River. For dinner, a Benbang cuisine restaurant is recommended.

TransportPrivate car pickup + mainly walkingStayShanghai downtown 4-star hotel

2DAYShanghai

Day 2: Oriental Pearl Tower · Lujiazui · Shanghai Museum

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel

MorningAfter breakfast, head to Lujiazui, ascend the Oriental Pearl Tower, overlook all of Shanghai, and visit the Shanghai Urban History and Development Exhibition Hall.

LunchNot included · Super Brand Mall in Lujiazui recommended

AfternoonVisit the Shanghai Museum (People's Square Branch) and admire precious collections including bronzes, ceramics, and calligraphy and painting. Then stroll around People's Square and Nanjing Road.

DinnerNot included · Xintiandi restaurant recommended

EveningHead to Xintiandi or Tianzifang to experience the blend of Shikumen architecture and modern commerce, and enjoy dinner.

TransportMainly metro + walkingStayShanghai downtown 4-star hotel

3DAYShanghai

Day 3: French Concession · Wukang Road · Airport Drop-off

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel

MorningAfter breakfast, head to the French Concession area, stroll along Wukang Road and Anfu Road, admire the old villas under the plane trees, and check in at Wukang Mansion.

LunchNot included · Cafes around Wukang Road recommended

AfternoonVisit Sinan Mansions and the Former Residence of Zhou Enlai to experience the historical and cultural atmosphere. Then, according to your flight/train time, private car airport/station drop-off, ending the pleasant journey.

DinnerNot included

EveningFree time or return trip

TransportPrivate car drop-off + mainly walkingStayNone

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Shanghai	Shanghai downtown 4-star hotel	4-star	Standard Twin Room	2 nights

Activities

Recommended Activities

The Bund

Shanghai's iconic riverside landscape belt and international architecture exhibition complex

Yu Garden

A classical Jiangnan garden from the Ming Dynasty and the cultural center of the old city area

Oriental Pearl Tower

Landmark TV tower in Lujiazui, offering panoramic views of Shanghai

Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street

China's No.1 commercial street, a paradise for shopping and food

Shanghai Museum

Museum of ancient Chinese art with precious cultural relics

Wukang Road

Historic district under plane trees in the former French Concession, a popular photo spot

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Huangpu River Cruise Upgrade	Shanghai	Upgrade to a luxury cruise with buffet dinner	CNY	Price upon request	Reservation required in advance
Professional photography session	Shanghai	Half-day photo shoot with retouched photos	CNY	Price upon request

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

Hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary (2 nights at a 4-diamond hotel, breakfast included)
Private car transfer service for airport/station pick-up and drop-off throughout the trip
Professional Chinese/English-speaking guide service
First admission tickets to all attractions listed in the itinerary
Travel agency liability insurance

Not Included

International and domestic round-trip transportation
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Personal expenses and gratuities
Travel accident insurance
Single room supplement
Additional expenses due to force majeure

Notes

Good to Know

This is a private customized tour, minimum 2 persons, adjustable according to your needs.
Please consult customer service for children's pricing.
Prices may increase during holidays; please confirm in advance.
The order of the itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, and other factors, but no attractions will be omitted.

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