Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Shanghai Tower, No479 Lujiazui Ring Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai China
Your professional guide will greet you with your name sign at the Arrival Hall of Airport (PVG or SHA) or Shanghai/Wusongkou cruise terminal port and you will be transferred by the private vehicle to center city (about 40 to 60 minutes). Feel free to discuss with your guide for the things to do list and customize an itinerary based on your interest and layover time. Below is a sample itinerary.
Typically, you will visit Lujiazui financial center first, see the amazing city landmarks such as pearl TV Tower, shanghai tower and world financial center. Marvel at the stunning view of skyscrapers and learn about China opening policy in the 1990th from your guide.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Yu Garden (Yuyuan), No.218 Anren Street, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200010 China
Visit Yuyuan garden, a very ancient and well-preserved garden with the history of 400 years old where to see the stylish Chinese pavilion and authentic old architecture. (Yuyuan garden close at 4:15pm and every Monday, in this case, you will visit yuyuan bazaar instead, which is the old Ming and Qing dynasty architecture market with various of souvenir shops and restaurants).
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Stop At: Former French Concession, Puxi Central, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200000 China
Head to French concession, the old center of colonial life. See the impressive French style architecture, learn the history of Shanghai during 1840th and take a nice stroll along the walkways with lush trees.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: The Bund (Wai Tan), Zhongshan East 1st Road, Shanghai China
Continue your visit to the famous Bund, admire the splendid views of old and new Shanghai. Take a stunning shot of the city skyline on the bund.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Jade Buddha Temple, 170 An Yuan Road, Shanghai China
If your layover time is long enough, choose to Jade buddha temple. Take a stroll at the beautiful old temple with multiple chambers and impressive buddha statues. See the local worshipers and learn the fascinating religion culture from your guide (Jade buddha temple close at 4:30pm).
Based on your interests, you can choose other attractions besides the sample itinerary, such as Tianzifang (old alleyways with small shops), Shanghai Museum(ancient bronze ,furniture and paintings), Shanghai tower (2nd tallest building in the world), Maglev train (fastest train in the world, can take back to airport).
Your private layover tour ends with return transport to the airport (PVG or SHA), cruise terminal or drop-off at your Shanghai city hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
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Traveler pickup is offered
Shanghai airport (PVG/SHA), Cruise terminal (Wusongkou/ Dongdaming) or your hotel in Shanghai
Airports
6 to 8 hours(approx.)
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Stroller accessible
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise if you have big luggage or more than 2 luggage.
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please wear comfortable shoes
The tour starts 1 hour after flight landing. Please contact your local operator if you have to take a long time in custom, and your driver will wait for you in the arrival hall.
Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
This layover tour requires at least 8 to 10 hours between two connecting flights.
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Detailed flight information is required upon booking
If you are not able to go through customs for any reasons, please take your own responsibility. There is no refund for the same day cancellation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Thomas_M
Perfect for same day transit. Pickup and transport was easy, efficient and comfortable. Thanks to my tour guide, I have learn much about Shanghai and have seen a lot of beautiful place ! Thank you !
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Posted On : 2024-03-07
Posted By : Karen_Y
I had a layover of just over 24 hours in Shanghai and it was very simple to be granted a visa free tourist transit at Shanghai airport. My airline had notified the Chinese authorities in advance when I checked in - I'm not sure if this was necessary but the advice online was a little confusing so I wanted to be better safe than sorry. I had a hotel booked and a confirmed flight out of Shanghai which the Chinese immigration officials asked to see.
I had booked this trip in advance and the communication and planning was excellent. No problems at all and I was greeted at the airport by my driver. The car for the day was very comfortable and there was WhatsApp communication available in English with the tour organisers at all times. I felt safe in Shanghai, despite travelling alone and knowing no Chinese!
My tour guide Queena was amazing - I managed to see so much more of Shanghai than I thought possible in the time. Queena had great knowledge of the places we went to and I learned a lot. The tour seemed very flexible and efficient.
Even though the weather wasn't the best, this was a day well spent and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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Posted On : 2024-03-03
Posted By : Theresa_H
It was awesome! Our tour guide Snow was such a lovely woman. She took care of us and respected us for everything we wanted so see and the things we didn’t want to see. We saw a lot of Shanghai in such a short time. We can really recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-02-26
Posted By : Daniel_D
Had a 15 hour long layover in Shanghai, so we booked this tour to pass the time. It was a great experience. It allowed us to stretch our legs, while discovering the beautiful city of Shanghai. I would recommend getting an e-sim card that works in China. This way we were able to be in permanent contact with Alana, who gave us clear instructions about obtaining the 24 hour visa free pass in China from the airport and then meet our driver there. After that, we were taken into the city, where we met Xin, our guide. The tour was tailored to our needs, and Xin took us to see many beatiful spots in the city. We learned a lot about the history and culture of Shanghai. Great experience, highly recommend it!
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Posted On : 2024-01-20
Posted By : Michael_L
I completed the layover tour of Shanghai and can't praise the company enough. I completed the tour with tour guide Alana. Her exceptional expertise brought my Shanghai tour to life! Her insightful guidance and warm demeanor made my experience truly memorable. Highly recommend her as a fantastic tour guide.
Alana's exceptional guidance made our Shanghai tour unforgettable! A true gem in navigating the city's wonders. Everything was planned to perfection and car pickup arrangements seamless and always on time.
Alana's exceptional taste led us to authentic Chinese gems in Shanghai. Her culinary expertise elevated our tour, making every meal a delightful cultural experience. Kudos for a fantastic and flavorful journey.
Outstanding tour and great value for money. Would recommend to family and friends and repeat again if returning to Shanghai.
Reference number 1484149007
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Posted On : 2024-01-15
Posted By : Alice_C
The whole experience was nothing short of amazing. The Yu garden was breathtaking but the whole city was beautiful. Our guide Queena was so fun and knowledgeable. Couldn’t have asked for a better person to show us around the city. Oh and the food that she took us for was so delicious!!
Overall we had the best day, and want to thank everyone involved.
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Posted On : 2024-01-02
Posted By : Herman_K
Indeed an excellent experience and format for a quick overview of Shanghai.
It gave us a unique sense of this great city with its combination of old and new, Western and Eastern, traditional and modern.
One of the most memorable travel experiences ever.
The company's customer service was outstanding. Our guide, Madame Xun made our short stay unforgettable.
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Posted On : 2023-12-29
Posted By : Jan_H
We’ve had a great time with our tour guide Berlin. She showed us the highlights of the city and also took us to a restaurant, where we could experience the local kitchen.
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Posted On : 2023-12-24
Posted By : fatima_J
It is the best experience so far, I 100% recommend the service, our guide was Berlin and our driver Jhon, before the trip we received very clear instructions of the route to follow to obtain a layover visa and exactly where our meeting point would be, as soon as we started The tour felt safe as if we were with very close friends, we visited some places like Buddha temple, the financial towers, China Town, for me and my family it is an unforgettable experience even for my 10 year old daughter who misses Berlin! It may seem expensive but it is worth it!
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Posted On : 2023-12-17
Posted By : A7648LOanjas
First of all big thanks alana for the quick organization. The driver mr qui was perfect. Calm and safe driver. Car was super clean and modern. I felt every moment secure. Then Berlin my tour guide was absolutely perfect. She knows everything about the history, china, the buddism or even great shopping tips. I had an amazing day, even i was a bit moody from my long traveling and she couldnt start the tour better then with some great chinese food to go. I had great dishes, bought nice souvenirs and learned a lot about the new and old Shanghai. All places had been totally worth to visit. This was our second booking with this company and we ll be back for some more china experience. Thanks so much. Anja
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Posted On : 2023-12-13
