
Private Day Tour to Catch the Highlights in Shanghai
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Private Day Tour to Catch the Highlights in Shanghai is a 6-hour experience in Hangzhou, China, from $101 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
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- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $101 per person
This day trip packages to Shanghai offer you excellent experience to walk in the historical area and admire the city views. We select Shanghai's unique tourist attractions, the Oriental Pearl, the Bund, Nanjing Road Pede
What you get
- Experienced tour guide
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- Bottled water
- Admission tickets
- Downtown Hotel and Railway Station Pickup and Drop-off in Hangzhou
- Licenced driver
About this experience
This day trip packages to Shanghai offer you excellent experience to walk in the historical area and admire the city views. We select Shanghai's unique tourist attractions, the Oriental Pearl, the Bund, Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street and so on, so that you can get a fantastic insight into the real life of local people in Shanghai and feel the fashion and charm of Shanghai. Wide ranges of vehicles from 5 seats to 19 seats available to cater different sizes of your group.
What's included
Included
- Experienced tour guide
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- Bottled water
- Admission tickets
- Downtown Hotel and Railway Station Pickup and Drop-off in Hangzhou
- Licenced driver
Not included
- Gratuities(optional)
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Your trip starts with a pickup at your Hangzhou downtown hotel. You will then proceed to the Hangzhou East Railway Station, where you will take the train to Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station (second class tickets are included). Our guide will be at the exit of Shanghai, holding a sign waiting to meet you. Then count on our comfortable vehicle with licensed driver who will help you with your luggage and take you to the first attraction-The Oriental Pearl Tower, located in the Pudong New Area of Lujiazui, Shanghai, China, was built in July 1991 and put into use in May 1995. With a height of 467.9 meters, it is the first tower in Asia and the third tallest tower in the world. It is one of Shanghai's landmarks. Located in the 4.2 meter ticket hall, the luxurious elevator will take you to the 263 meter sight-seeing level in 40 seconds at a high speed of 7 meters per second. This unique and swift feeling will be a rare experience for you to the Oriental Pearl Tower. Up a bright, luxurious, curved staircase, up a 267-meter platform, and directly in front of it is a bright reception hall, with opalescent walls reflecting soft light and stunning black marble, to surround you with an air of dignity. Then you will visit the Exhibition Hall of Shanghai's Urban Historical Development which is an image exhibition reflecting the changes of Shanghai's modern history, with an exhibition area of 10,000 square meters.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Next head to The city God temple tourist area, which includes the Old Town God temple, Yu Garden and shopping, food and small commodities, is a must-see attraction for many visitors to Shanghai. The city God temple is the first window to fully appreciate the history, culture and customs of Shanghai, and to taste the authentic Shanghai snacks. You will have ample time to tour around and buy the authentic Shanghai snacks you want.
60 minutes here
The Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is one of the ten most famous pedestrian streets in China. This is the gathering place of the department store, the complete range of goods, is a shopper's paradise. Creative city sculptures are everywhere, and there are plenty of chairs for tourists to sit on in the middle of the street. Walking along the pedestrian streets of Nanjing Road, you can see trolley cars like miniature versions of old trams shuttling back and forth, feeling the old Shanghai. After that, you will transfer back to Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station and take the train to Hangzhou East Railway Station.(Second-class tickets are included)
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Elephant Tour
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $101 to $441
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Day Tour to Catch the Highlights in Shanghai: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hangzhou.
How much does Private Day Tour to Catch the Highlights in Shanghai cost?
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Prices start at $101 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hangzhou usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Day Tour to Catch the Highlights in Shanghai take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Hangzhou is not rushed.
Is Private Day Tour to Catch the Highlights in Shanghai worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hangzhou, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Day Tour to Catch the Highlights in Shanghai?
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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 Day Tour to Catch the Highlights in Shanghai suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Day Tour to Catch the Highlights in Shanghai?
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Around 0 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 Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Day Tour to Catch the Highlights in Shanghai 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 Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou?
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On Outty we rank every Hangzhou experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jack HangZhou Private Tour, Best of Hangzhou: A Comprehensive Tour of the City's Top Sights, Flexible Hangzhou Private Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train. 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 Hangzhou?
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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 Hangzhou?
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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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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