• Zhujiajiao Ancient Town - Zhujiajiao is a water town just an hour outside of Shanghai. It was established about 1,700 years ago. It features 36 stone bridges and numerous rivers line Zhujiajiao, and many ancient buildings still line the riverbanks today. The many shops nestled into the historic buildings and stone streets lined are bustling with with food vendors. Gondola rides along the canals are popular activities are included. Qing Dynasty Post Office, Yuanjin Buddhist Temple visit will make your water town tour complete.

• Yu Garden (Yuyuan) - This garden dates back to 1559 during the Ming Dynasty. A classic Chinese Garden rich in history, you’ll see a wide range of halls, statues, rock structures, water features as well as the famous Grand Rockery and Exquisite Jade Rocks.

• Yuyuan Old Street - Nearby Yuyuan Garden is old Shanghai and its complex area of shops, streets and places to taste Shanghai’s folk customs, authentic Shanghai snacks and local cuisine. The colorful lamps on the antique buildings also make it a beautiful landscape.

• The Bund (Wai Tan) - The Shanghai Bund has dozens of historical buildings, lining the Huangpu River, that once housed numerous banks, trading houses and consulates from all over Europe, Asia and the United States. The area highlights Shanghai’s western influence in architecture and culture and today offers a beautiful walkway along the Huangpu River while learning about Shanghai’s history.

• Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu) - This iconic symbol of Shanghai, at 468 m (1,535 feet) high, was the tallest structure in China from 1994 to 2007. It is classified a AAAAA scenic area by the China National Tourism Administration. An observation deck is in the highest sphere with glass floor 360-degree view.

• Former French Concession - Enjoy the atmosphere of east meets west or one of the new popular places. This area is rich in the history of China when colonial powers had a significant presence in Shanghai. It has unique architecture while bustling with people along tree-lined streets.

• Jade Buddha Temple - The Jade Buddha Temple was founded in 1882 with two jade Buddha statues imported to Shanghai from Burma by sea. These were a sitting Buddha (1.95 meters tall, 3 tons), and a smaller reclining Buddha representing the Buddha’s death. The temple now also contains a much larger reclining Buddha made of marble, donated from Singapore.

• Fuxing Park - Fuxing Park is located in the former French Concession. It was once the largest park in Shanghai and laid out by the French in 1909. About 10 hectare in size it features a lake, fountains, covered pavilions, and flowerbeds. Early morning, the park fills with dancers, card players, mahjong enthusiasts, tai chi and artists.

• Local snacks tasting
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Bottled water
• Private guide
• Choice of up to three Shanghai sites with entrance fees included
• Air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver
• Gondola ride

• Full sit down lunch (You can choose as you like)
• Tips-recommended

This flexible one day tour starts with a short trip just one hour outside of Shanghai to the serene charm of Zhujiajiao ancient water town. On this 9 hours tour you’ll explore ancient bridges like Fangsheng Bridge and stroll Qing dynasty streets and enjoy Ming and Qing dynasty architecture while diving into local shops, the unique Qing Dynasty Post Office, rural authentic Yuanjin Buddhist Temple and you’ll sample local snacks such as sticky rice dumplings (zong zi) and steamed pork wrapped in bamboo leaves (zha rou) as well as traditional Chinese candies. This tour also includes a relaxing site-filled gondola ride.

You’ll then return to Shanghai to visit several iconic highlights of your choice. You’ll discuss with your guide and visit any of:

• Yuyuan Garden,
• Old Shanghai Street
• The Bund
• Former French Concession
• Jade Buddha Temple
• PearlTV Tower
• Shanghai Tower

Or go off the beaten path to explore the Propaganda Poster Center, world’s largest Starbucks or shop.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Please wear comfortable shoes
• To secure your Yuyuan Garden Ticket and bypass queues, please provide your full name along with your passport number.

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