Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch
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Is Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch worth booking?
Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch is a 7-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $30 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Make the most of even a one-day stop in Shanghai with a private shore excursion complete with local guide and driver. This fully customizable tour is adjustable to suit your interests but typically includes: The Bund are
What you get
- Cruise port pickup and drop off
- Local tasty lunch
- Private driver with car
- Great Local guide
About this experience
Make the most of even a one-day stop in Shanghai with a private shore excursion complete with local guide and driver. This fully customizable tour is adjustable to suit your interests but typically includes: The Bund area with the Splendid river view of the modern skyscrapers ( Oriental pearl TV tower, Shanghai tower, Jinao tower), Old Town bazaar and classic Ming dynasty Garden, People's Square, Jade Buddha Temple, and the French Concession, both Fuxing Park and Xintiandi and even more.
What's included
Included
- Cruise port pickup and drop off
- Local tasty lunch
- Private driver with car
- Great Local guide
Not included
- Entrance fees if apply
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Former French Concession
Your local great guide and the driver will meet you at the cruise port terminal. On the way, spend few mins to discuss your tailor-made tour. As the private shore excursion, the schedule, duration, and activities are entirely up to you. Following is the recommended itinerary be sure to let your guide know if you need make any adjust. First visit French Concession, once the center of colonial life, now the hottest and hippest neighborhood in Shanghai. Make a stop at Fuxing Park, where the French-style gardens pay homage to the park’s colonial beginnings, in the morning, the park offers a fantastic introduction to traditional Shanghai life as locals gather here to enjoy activities such as calligraphy, singing, ballroom dancing. Feel free to join in a dance if you wish!
50 minutes here
People's Square (Renmin Guang Chang)
Next head to People’s Square, known as the heart of Shanghai. Besides being a great place to observe locals going about their daily life, the square is home to the famous Marriage Market during weekends, when local parents come to find a boyfriend or girlfriend for their single children. If it's raining, you may wish to enjoy the alternative of either a visit to the world-class Shanghai Museum, with its fantastic selection of historic artefacts or the fascinating Shanghai Urban Planning Museum.
50 minutes here
Old Town (Nanshi)
Continue the tour to Old Town/Nanshi, Wander through its narrow alleyways and colorful markets, and if you wish, shop for tea, antiques, various local arts, handicrafts, souvenirs, or even everyday items like clothes, chopsticks etc. Enjoy the visit to the charming Yu Garden built in the Ming Dynasty. After morning activities, take a break and savor a delightful local lunch. Enjoy xiaolongbao soup dumplings, Shanghai-style noodles, or meat, fish,and vegetable dishes, washed down with plenty of tea.
80 minutes here
The Bund
After lunch enjoy a leisure stroll along The Bund or the Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao) that locals describe as a free museum of architecture for the varied styles on display. If clear day, you may choose to go up to one of the top observation decks at Shanghai Tower, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center or Jinmao Tower. Since this is fully customized tour, if time permits ,please also feel free to discuss with guide if you are interested to visit any other places in the followings: 1) Jade Buddha Temple ; 2)Tianzifang or M50 Art Galleries; 3) Maglev Train ride; 4)Jewish museum or Shanghai propaganda art poster center . Your tour finishes with a transfer back to your cruise ship or to the downtown Shanghai hotel if you need check-in.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
International Cruise Terminal
Private pick up/drop off at Dongda Ming road international cruise port based on the ship you take, a great English speaking guide, the local nice driver with car, tasty chinese lunch are all inclusve. Pickup included
Wusong Kou Cruise Terminal
Private pick up/drop off at Baoyang Road Wusong Kou port based on the ship you take, a great English speaking guide, the local nice driver with car, tasty chinese lunch are all inclusve. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunny Private Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
4 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Just great!!!!
It was a wonderful day with the super guide Sarah. The day was very well planned and the stories Sarah told us was very interesting. We learned a lot about this beautiful city Shanghai, visited very beautiful temples and gardens. Old town was simply unique. But not only... There were tens of us and had our own bus which drove us everywhere. lunch at lunch was very good, We were even able to redefine the departure back to the ship (with a small extra charge) stayed until the evening we can recommend the excursion to anyone who stays in Shanghai for only a few days. It was beautiful. Sarah, thank you. Georg with friends .
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Customized Shanghai City Tour
We had an amazing time in Shanghai with our city tour. Our pick up was from the Cruise Ship Terminal and our private guide Sarah was great along with driver Mr. Wong. The vehicle was very comfortable and we were taken to the places that we wanted to see and Sarah was excellent in showing us around and providing us lots of information of the local area and we tried lots of the local cuisine as well. We very much enjoyed Sunny Tours Shanghai and highly recommend them.
via Tripadvisor
Best of Shanghai
Our tour guide Feifei was fantastic. I would highly recommend her and her company. They are the best. Arnie and Mimi, Los Angeles, CA
via Tripadvisor
Private Tour of old Shanghai sites
I had used Sunny Tours in June for a private tour to Suzhou to visit the University where my Great Grandfather had taught and was most impressed with the service and guide, FeiFei, that I booked another private customized tour of Shanghai to visit old family houses,schools and other old Shanghai sites but the addresses I had were old French names and Sunny Tours was most instrumental in helping locate the modern names of streets. Sunny was our guide this time and she was absolutely delightful with her personality, sense of humor, knowledge of sites and history, and persistence in locating the addresses. She was delightful to spend the day with and I would highly recommend her and her company!
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Private Full-Day Classic Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour
Arriving on a cruise ship, we did a full day tour of SHANGHAI with Sunny and enjoyed it very much. Sunny was wonderful showing us around many interested places at this amazing city. Highly recommended.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $30 to $368
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Shanghai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Shanghai is not rushed.
Is Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Shanghai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Shanghai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Shanghai and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion Tour of City Highlights with Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Shanghai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Shanghai?
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On Outty we rank every Shanghai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights, Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option, 4-Hour Flexible Private Shanghai City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Shanghai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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