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Modern · Cosmopolitan

Shanghai 5-Day Tour

The Bund · Yu Garden · French Concession · Lujiazui

Duration 5 Days
Cities Shanghai
Style Private · Guided
Tour Highlights

What You'll Experience

The Bund & Huangpu River Cruise Yu Garden & City God Temple French Concession CityWalk Shanghai Tower Observation Deck Tianzifang & Xintiandi Nanjing Road
01

The Bund & Huangpu River Cruise

Discover The Bund & Huangpu River Cruise on this unforgettable journey through China.

01 The Bund & Huangpu River Cruise ›
02 Yu Garden & City God Temple ›
03 French Concession CityWalk ›
04 Shanghai Tower Observation Deck ›
05 Tianzifang & Xintiandi ›
06 Nanjing Road & Shopping ›
Day by Day

Your Journey,
Day by Day

01
Day

Arrival in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport → Hotel
HUALUXE Shanghai Changfeng Park by IHG
Afternoon

Airport / Station Pickup

Upon arrival at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Hongqiao Airport, or the railway station, your English-speaking guide and private driver will be waiting with a personalized welcome sign. Transfer to the hotel in a luxury 7-seater MPV. The rest of the day is at your leisure to rest or explore the neighborhood around the hotel, located on the Bund near Nanjing Road.

Airport Pickup
7-Seat Luxury MPV
Shanghai Street Scene
Shanghai Night Skyline
HUALUXE Exterior
HUALUXE King Bed Room
HUALUXE Twin Bed Room
HUALUXE Pool

HUALUXE Shanghai Changfeng Park by IHG or similar

02
Day

Old Shanghai & The Bund

Yu Garden & City God Temple → Tianzifang, Xintiandi & Nanjing Road → The Bund & Huangpu River Cruise
HUALUXE Shanghai Changfeng Park by IHG
Afternoon

Yu Garden & City God Temple

Step into the serene Yu Garden, a classical Chinese garden dating back to the Ming Dynasty. Explore the intricate pavilions, rockeries, and koi ponds. Visit the adjacent City God Temple area, bustling with traditional snacks and crafts.

Morning

Tianzifang, Xintiandi & Nanjing Road

Wander through Tianzifang's maze of narrow alleyways filled with boutique shops, art studios, and cafes. Stroll through Xintiandi's restored shikumen houses, now home to stylish restaurants and bars. Walk along Nanjing Road, one of the world's busiest shopping streets.

Evening

The Bund & Huangpu River Cruise

As night falls, the Bund lights up with spectacular views of Pudong's skyline across the Huangpu River. Board a cruise boat for a magical evening sail, watching both the colonial-era buildings of the Bund and the futuristic towers of Lujiazui glow in the darkness.

Yu Garden
The Bund
Tianzifang
Huangpu River Cruise
HUALUXE Exterior
HUALUXE King Bed Room
HUALUXE Twin Bed Room
HUALUXE Pool

HUALUXE Shanghai Changfeng Park by IHG or similar

03
Day

French Concession CityWalk

Wukang Road → Anfu Road → Sinan Road
HUALUXE Shanghai Changfeng Park by IHG
Morning

Wukang Road

Begin your deep dive into the former French Concession with a walk down Wukang Road, one of Shanghai's most beautiful streets. Admire the historic villas, plane tree-lined boulevards, and the iconic Wukang Mansion (Normandie Apartments).

Morning

Anfu Road

Continue to Anfu Road, a trendy strip known for its independent bookstores, artisan coffee shops, and small theaters. This is where Shanghai's creative class hangs out.

Morning

Sinan Road

Stroll along Sinan Road, lined with beautiful old mansions and lush greenery. Visit the Sinan Mansions complex, a carefully restored collection of historic residences now serving as boutiques, galleries, and cafes.

French Concession
Tianzifang
Xintiandi
Nanjing Road
HUALUXE Exterior
HUALUXE King Bed Room
HUALUXE Twin Bed Room
HUALUXE Pool

HUALUXE Shanghai Changfeng Park by IHG or similar

04
Day

Shanghai Tower & Lujiazui

Shanghai Tower Observation Deck → Lujiazui Three Towers & Riverside → Free Evening
HUALUXE Shanghai Changfeng Park by IHG
Morning

Shanghai Tower Observation Deck

Ascend the Shanghai Tower, China's tallest building at 632 meters. Ride one of the world's fastest elevators to the observation deck on the 118th floor for breathtaking panoramic views. Also visit the tuned mass damper, an engineering marvel.

Morning

Lujiazui Three Towers & Riverside

Explore Lujiazui, Shanghai's futuristic financial district. Capture the iconic three giants — Shanghai Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, and Jin Mao Tower — from the best photo spots. Walk along the Riverside Promenade for stunning views back across the river to the Bund.

Evening

Free Evening

The evening is at your leisure. Your guide can recommend restaurants for authentic Shanghainese cuisine.

Shanghai Tower
Lujiazui
Riverside View
City View
HUALUXE Exterior
HUALUXE King Bed Room
HUALUXE Twin Bed Room
HUALUXE Pool

HUALUXE Shanghai Changfeng Park by IHG or similar

05
Day

Departure

Hotel → Airport / Railway Station

Schedule to be confirmed with your travel specialist.

What's Included

Tour Details

  • 4 nights at HUALUXE Shanghai Changfeng Park by IHG, with daily buffet breakfast
  • Online trip-butler support throughout your journey
  • Private 7-seater luxury MPV with professional driver for all transfers
  • English-speaking tour guide for D1–D4
  • Yu Garden & City God Temple entrance
  • Huangpu River cruise ticket
  • Shanghai Tower observation deck entrance (including damper visit)
  • Airport/train station transfers in Shanghai
  • Travel insurance throughout the tour
  • International flights to/from Shanghai
  • China visa fees
  • Lunches and dinners (unless otherwise stated in the itinerary)
  • Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, mini-bar)
  • Gratuities for guide and driver (recommended: $8-12/day per person)
  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Transparent Pricing

Tour Price

Two ways to travel, one transparent price — a private vehicle with driver throughout, or the Didi plan where your guide calls rides on China's leading app. Both pair with 5-star or 4-star hotels. All prices in USD per person.

Travelers
Private · 5★
Private · 4★
Didi · 5★
Didi · 4★
2 travelers
$872
$775
$756
$658
4 travelers
$662
$565
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6 travelers
$623
$526
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8 travelers
$604
$506
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10 travelers
$561
$463
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Private — private vehicle with driver throughout Didi — guide calls rides on the Didi app for you ★ — hotel class

With the Didi plan, your guide uses China's Didi ride-hailing app to arrange cars locally whenever needed — every Didi fare is already included in the tour price.

Twin sharing · Private departure on any date · Solo travelers & all group sizes — request a tailored quote

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