Private Full-Day Shanghai City Tour: Chauffeur & English Guide
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Private Full-Day Shanghai City Tour: Chauffeur & English Guide is a 8-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $136 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.
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- 55 / 100
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- Duration
- 8 hours
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- $136 per person
Discover Shanghai’s must-see highlights in one stress-free private day—without worrying about logistics. Choose the travel style that fits you best: a private car option with a dedicated chauffeur + an English-speaking g
What you get
- Bottled water, Soda water, Coke, Sprite in the vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Shanghai
- Ticket for the Site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China
- English-speaking local guide
- All parking and toll fees
- Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
About this experience
Discover Shanghai’s must-see highlights in one stress-free private day—without worrying about logistics. Choose the travel style that fits you best: a private car option with a dedicated chauffeur + an English-speaking guide, or a guide-led experience by metro and walking for a more local, budget-friendly way to explore. To better meet your needs, we can make minor adjustments to the itinerary based on your preferences. After booking, we’ll confirm your final itinerary by email or text. Spend more time where you’re most interested—classic landmarks like the Bund and Yu Garden, charming streets in the French Concession, hidden backstreets, or local food stops. Your guide can help with photos, translation, tickets, and restaurant recommendations along the way. Hotel pickup and drop-off are available in central Shanghai for the private car option. For the metro/walking option, we’ll meet at a convenient central meeting point and plan the day together.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water, Soda water, Coke, Sprite in the vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Shanghai
- Ticket for the Site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China
- English-speaking local guide
- All parking and toll fees
- Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Lujiazui
Our first stop will be Lujiazui. Lujiazui is the main stage of Shanghai's skyline—the Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Financial Center, and Jin Mao Tower stand in harmonious contrast. The shimmering river, the circular elevated walkway, and the waterfront promenade together outline the city's most futuristic silhouette. The Lujiazui International Financial Center shopping mall and waterfront promenade perfectly blend financial giants, fashion retail, and river views, offering you a multifaceted experience. We expect to stay here for 40 minutes, after which our private driver will take you for 20 minutes to our next destination.
60 minutes here
Site of the Second National Congress of Communist Party of China
The second stop on the itinerary includes a lunch break – details below. The second stop is the site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China, a stop steeped in Chinese history. Located in a classic Shikumen alleyway, the site offers an excellent window into modern Shanghai history. In 1921, a low-key meeting held in an ordinary living room laid the foundation for far-reaching events. After the visit, the tour guide will confirm the lunch arrangements with you. Lunch is not included in the tour price. The guide can recommend nearby restaurants, ranging from formal meals to light snacks, but the final choice is entirely yours. You can also choose your own restaurant, specify a dining location, or cancel lunch altogether. We do not receive any restaurant commissions or rebates, and there are no mandatory meal arrangements. After the lunch break, your driver will pick you up and take you to the third stop, a journey of approximately 25 minutes.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Former French Concession
The third stop is the former French Concession—Shanghai’s most charming neighborhood for a relaxed food-and-street-life stroll. Here, you’ll walk beneath plane trees and past shikumen lanes, historic villas, and elegant Art Deco buildings—where old Shanghai meets today’s café culture. Along the way, your guide can tailor the route to your tastes, introducing you to beloved local bites and dessert spots, recommending a few well-known Shanghai classics, and pointing out hidden gems tucked into side streets. This is an unhurried, sensory stop: the aroma of fresh coffee, small bakeries, boutique eateries, and the everyday rhythm of the neighborhood. You’re welcome to pause whenever you like—grab a snack, take photos, or sit for a quick break—while your guide helps with ordering and recommendations. Afterward, your private chauffeur will transfer you to the fourth stop (approximately 25 minutes, traffic permitting).
90 minutes here
Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
This tour includes a dinner break – details below. Nanjing Road seamlessly blends historic brands with modern style, offering a unique and unforgettable experience, from its bustling daytime atmosphere to its dazzling nighttime lights. Stroll along the pedestrian street and admire the harmonious fusion of classic architecture and trendy modern shopping centers. Explore the pedestrian street, find great photo spots, admire iconic buildings, and enjoy a quick bite of Shanghai snacks at Century Square. Dinner is not included in the tour price. The guide can recommend nearby restaurants, but the final choice is entirely yours – you can choose any restaurant, specify one, or simply skip dinner. We do not have any partner restaurants and do not receive any commission. After a short rest after dinner, we will continue to our final stop at the end of the pedestrian street.
120 minutes here
The Bund (Wai Tan)
Our final stop is the Bund. Strolling along the Bund, the ancient building facades echo the skyscrapers of Pudong across the water. Cool and pleasant by day, and dazzlingly lit at night, it's breathtaking—ideal as either the first stop or the perfect finale of your journey. The warmly lit Bund buildings and the Lujiazui skyline complement each other, showcasing the charm of old Shanghai and its future prosperity. After the tour, your driver and guide will safely take you back to the designated location.
90 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Shanghai
Shanghai IFC (Shanghai International Finance Center) 8 Century Avenue, Lujiazui, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 200120, China This tour does not include hotel pickup. Your guide will be holding a small sign with the tour name and will contact you through Viator if needed.
Meeting point
Shanghai
Please meet your guide outside the Oriental Pearl TV Tower or IFC Mall in Lujiazui (exact meeting point shown on your voucher). This tour does not include hotel pickup. Your guide will be holding a small sign with the tour name and will contact you through Viator if needed.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Pick-up/drop-off available at designated downtown Shanghai locations (Puxi & Pudong). Choose any convenient address—hotel, the Bund, Lujiazui, etc. Tour lasts 8 hours from confirmed pickup to final drop-off, including return drive.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Freedom Miles
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $136 to $180
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- 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 Full-Day Shanghai City Tour: Chauffeur & English Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Private Full-Day Shanghai City Tour: Chauffeur & English Guide cost?
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Prices start at $136 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 Full-Day Shanghai City Tour: Chauffeur & English Guide take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Full-Day Shanghai City Tour: Chauffeur & English Guide 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 Shanghai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Full-Day Shanghai City Tour: Chauffeur & English Guide?
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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 Full-Day Shanghai City Tour: Chauffeur & English Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Full-Day Shanghai City Tour: Chauffeur & English Guide?
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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 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Full-Day Shanghai City Tour: Chauffeur & English Guide 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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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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