• Shanghai’s Old & New: Historic Landmarks & Modern Skyline

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    Tour Code: ODY-CN-2607

    Destination: Shanghai

Duration

2 Days

Tour Type

Private & Bespoke

Tour Style

Classic

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In 4 days, explore the Bund, Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, and the Former French Concession before discovering the city’s modern ambitions at Shanghai Museum East and Shanghai Tower. Along the way, be captivated by the striking contrasts that define Shanghai, where centuries-old temples stand amid skyscrapers and quiet tree-lined streets lead to dynamic urban spaces.

Itinerary Summary

DAYPLACEHIGHLIGHTS
1ShanghaiArrival
2ShanghaiThe Bund In-Depth Walk, Jade Buddha Temple, Tea Tasting & Cultural Activity
3ShanghaiYu Garden & Local Snack Streets, Wukang Road, Bugaoli Shikumen Lane District, Shanghai Museum East, Shanghai Tower
4ShanghaiDeparture
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Itinerary

Upon arrival in Shanghai, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure, allowing time to rest and recover after your journey.

If time permits, you may take a gentle walk around the hotel area for a first impression of the city, passing local cafés, small shops, and everyday street scenes that reflect the rhythm of Shanghai life.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

The day begins with an in-depth Bund walk along Huangpu River, which is a vivid introduction to Shanghai’s layered architecture and urban history. You’ll pass Waibaidu Bridge, the historic Peace Hotel, and the promenade lined with colonial-era buildings, before reaching the Weather Signal Tower. Across the river, historic façades face the city’s modern skyline, reflecting Shanghai’s contrast between past and present. During the walk, your guide will point out the stories behind the buildings.

Next, visit the Jade Buddha Temple, an active Buddhist monastery known for its finely carved white jade Buddha statues and peaceful atmosphere.

Later, take part in an authentic Chinese tea tasting, savoring the delicate aromas and flavors of premium teas. Afterward, choose one hands-on cultural activity to experience traditional Chinese culture: craft a fragrant sachet, create a personalized calligraphy scroll, or try Song-style tea whisking.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

Begin at Yu Garden and the surrounding market streets. Classical pavilions, rockeries, and ponds create a calm retreat, while nearby snack lanes introduce the flavors and energy of old Shanghai.

Continue to the Former French Concession. Tree-lined Wukang Road and the preserved Shikumen lanes of Bugaoli reveal a more residential side of the city, shaped by historic architecture and everyday local life.

Cross the Huangpu River into Shanghai’s modern financial district, starting with the Shanghai Museum East, where traditional Chinese art is displayed in a contemporary architectural setting. Continue to the Shanghai Tower, ascending for panoramic views of the city skyline, a visual finale to Shanghai’s journey from heritage to modernity.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

After time for packing and preparation, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your Shanghai experience.

🍽 Local dining

◷ Flexible timing

▱ Beijing

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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eI highly recommend Inner Mongolia Jiuhong Travel Service Co., Ltd. The team is very easy to work with, has excellent ideas and the guides are knowledgeable and easy to be with. Very solid itineraries and execution — flexible, high quality, and great value for money.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    James T.
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  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eWe visited both Xi’an and Shanghai under Jiuhong’s arrangement and received the same first-class service in both cities. The guides were knowledgeable, flexible, and happy to discuss all aspects of modern China — giving insights difficult to obtain elsewhere. Strongly recommended.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    Greenfly
    Couples · Verified · TripAdvisor
  • u003cemu003eu003cemu003eWe had a wonderful action-packed day. Fei Fei was amazing — her knowledge was very impressive and she was a real pleasure to be with. This was certainly the highlight of our stay in this beautiful city. Thanks so much.u003c/emu003eu003c/emu003e
    Ludovic V.
    Couples · London, UK · Verified · TripAdvisor

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