Tour Overview
Venture into Guangfulin, known as the Root of Shanghai. Travel across thousands of years of history, admire diverse ancient architecture, visit temples and the iconic underwater pyramid exhibition hall. Glide over the lake by antique boat and finish with an immersive imperial feast. Hanfu rental service is available at extra charge.
Highlights
Detailed Itinerary
Meet your professional local guide and start this journey exploring the origin of Shanghai. Leisure casual wear is suitable for walking; traditional Hanfu costume rental service is available for an additional fee upon request.
Step into Guangfulin's historic zone for a journey through Chinese dynastic aesthetics. Roam Republican-era old streets and appreciate Sino-Western blended buildings. Admire stately classical Chinese structures and serene Jiangnan courtyards with white walls and black tiles, just like a living ink-wash painting. Every corner carries the charm of bygone eras. Optional add-on: Professional Hanfu dressing & photoshoot service (extra cost).
Follow your guide to visit a series of traditional sacred buildings. Explore Buddhist temples, Taoist abbeys, Sanguan Palace, Vehicle God Temple and Guandi Temple. Listen to stories about worship, craftsmanship and loyalty, gaining a full view of China's rich traditional religious culture. Optional add-on: Guided meditation experience inside the temple courtyard.
Visit the crown jewel of Guangfulin, the Culture Exhibition Hall, widely known as the underwater pyramid half-submerged in Fulin Lake. Inside, relics and murals narrate stories from Liangzhu culture, Wu-Yue wars through Tang to Qing dynasties. Your guide will decode Shanghai's unbroken cultural lineage and the archaeological discoveries of this land. Optional add-on: Private in-depth archaeological interpretation service.
Board the antique gaily-painted boat and drift across Fulin Lake. Surrounded by white-wall-black-tile waterside buildings, you feel as if sailing inside a classic Chinese landscape painting. Note: this boat ride is not recommended for visitors prone to seasickness. Optional add-on: Private boat charter for your group.
Conclude your tour with the spectacular imperial feast experience. Walk through red imperial gates under lantern-lit corridors, enjoy guqin and pipa live performances. Taste carefully prepared royal-style dishes and witness intangible heritage shows, for a complete multi-sensory ancient royal dining experience. Optional add-on: Private VIP dining room upgrade.
