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Old and Modern Shanghai Tour: Where Millennia Old Traditions Meet World Leading Modernity

Shanghai Multi-Day Tour

Old and Modern Shanghai Tour: Where Millennia Old Traditions Meet World Leading Modernity

📍 Shanghai ⏱ 4-6 Days ⭐

Tour Overview

This flexible multi day immersive travel experience reveals Shanghai’s multi layered soul, where time honoured millennial traditions intertwine with cutting edge world class modern innovation. Our thoughtfully curated guided excursions and well reserved free exploration time take you from pre historic archaeological relics, poetic water towns and exquisite classical Jiangnan gardens all the way to record breaking skyscrapers, landmark mega engineering infrastructure and time worn colonial era neighbourhoods. Witness the breathtaking collision between Shanghai’s profound ancient roots and its bold futuristic vision, unlocking the city’s multi faceted identity in depth.

Highlights

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Trace Shanghai’s profound thousand year old ancient legacy Step back into remote history exploring pre historic archaeological relics, time honoured classical gardens, dramatic leaning ancient pagodas and authentic living water town settlements. Uncover the deep seated traditional cultural DNA that shaped ancient Shanghai civilisation.
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Witness ground breaking ultra modern Shanghai engineering marvels Ascend to the world highest indoor observation deck at Top of Shanghai, traverse the grand East Sea Bridge, visit the globe’s busiest deep water harbour, and race aboard the world’s fastest commercial maglev train. Experience China’s trail blazing modern engineering feats that define Shanghai’s contemporary global stature.

Detailed Itinerary

Day1 Arrival & Free Time Meet your guide upon arrival and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours for independent relaxation and exploration.

Arrival & Free Time Meet your guide upon arrival and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours for independent relaxation and exploration.

2 Ancient Shanghai – Songjiang & Qingpu Cultural Exploration We journey west to explore Shanghai’s ancient origins.

Start at Guangfulin Cultural Relics Site, an important prehistoric archaeological site that uncovers the earliest roots of Shanghai civilisation. Next, visit Huzhu Pagoda, the famous leaning pagoda with a dramatic tilt, one of the most distinctive ancient stone towers in the region. Continue to Zhujiajiao Water Town, a well preserved ancient water village. Wander stone lanes, arched stone bridges and riverside houses, and take a leisurely boat ride to immerse yourself in authentic Jiangnan water town life. In the late afternoon, visit Qushui Garden, an elegant classical Jiangnan garden with winding ponds, pavilions and lush greenery. In the evening, select optional experiences according to your preference: Huangpu River cruise, imperial style banquet or ERA Acrobatic Show.

Ancient Shanghai – Songjiang & Qingpu Cultural Exploration We journey west to explore Shanghai’s ancient origins.

Day3 Ultra Modern Shanghai – Engineering & Skyline Wonders The day focuses on Shanghai’s futuristic achievements.

We will visit Top of Shanghai, the world’s highest observation deck inside Shanghai Tower. The visit can be scheduled in the early morning or late afternoon, subject to weather conditions. Then we drive across the East Sea Bridge and visit Yangshan Deep Water Port, the world’s busiest deep sea harbour. Afterwards, board the Maglev Train, the world’s fastest commercial maglev railway, for an exhilarating high speed ride. For the evening, you may choose the Huangpu River cruise or stroll along Nanjing Road and the Bund, experiencing the glamour of old Shanghai’s cosmopolitan waterfront.

Ultra Modern Shanghai – Engineering & Skyline Wonders The day focuses on Shanghai’s futuristic achievements.

Day 4 & Day 5(Flexible: Optional Guided Tour or Full Free Time) These days are fully customisable. You may choose fully independent free exploration, or we can arrange additional guided sightseeing based on your requirements.

Vehicle is NOT included during these free days. Popular free time options include: City God Temple & Yuyuan Bazaar The Bund and Nanjing Road walking tour French Concession heritage walk Shanghai Disneyland Premium optional upgrades available: Upgrade the regular Huangpu river cruise to a private luxury yacht charter Exclusive helicopter flight to view Shanghai Disneyland fireworks after dark

(Flexible: Optional Guided Tour or Full Free Time) These days are fully customisable. You may choose fully independent free exploration, or we can arrange additional guided sightseeing based on your requirements.

Day 6 Final DayDeparture & Airport Transfer Check out from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Departure & Airport Transfer Check out from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Tour Inclusions

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Professional licensed tour guide service for scheduled guided sightseeing days
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Private vehicle for transportation on guided tour days (Day1, Day2, Day3 and departure transfer)
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First gate entrance tickets for all listed attractions on guided tour days
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Meet & greet service upon arrival
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Airport drop off transfer on departure day

Tour Exclusions

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International & domestic airfares
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Hotel accommodation and all meals
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Transportation on free activity days (Day4 & Day5)
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All optional evening activities: banquet, acrobatic show, river cruise, private yacht, helicopter charter, Disneyland tickets
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Personal expenses, shopping and snacks
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Travel insurance
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Overtime fees for the tour guide beyond 8 working hours: USD 25 per hour
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Additional taxi fares for guide’s return trip after 22:00 (actual fare shown on the ride hailing app)
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Extra transportation surcharge if pick up hotel is outside Shanghai inner ring road
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Gratuities for driver and tour guide

Travel Tips

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The tour duration is flexible from 4 to 6 days. Days 4 and 5 can be fully free time or custom guided excursions upon your request. Vehicle is not available for free days. Access to Top of Shanghai (Shanghai Tower observation deck) is weather dependent; the guide will adjust the visiting time between morning and afternoon accordingly.
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All evening activities and premium upgrades such as private yacht and helicopter flights are optional and pre booking is strongly recommended.
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Wear comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen and hats for extensive walking at ancient sites, gardens and water towns.
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Please respect cultural relics and plants. Do not touch or damage historic structures.
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Maglev train operation is subject to official timetable and weather conditions.