Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party
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Is Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party worth booking?
Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party is a 3-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $45 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 32 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (32)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $45 per person
Shanghai is the birthplace of Chinese Communist Party. This tour will allow you to travel along the roller coaster developing route of Communist Party from 1921 First Congress, through Long March; Civil War; Korean War;
What you get
- Your centrally located hotel pick up
- Professional historian guide
About this experience
Shanghai is the birthplace of Chinese Communist Party. This tour will allow you to travel along the roller coaster developing route of Communist Party from 1921 First Congress, through Long March; Civil War; Korean War; Great Leap Forward; Culture Revolution; Ping Pang Diplomacy; Birth Control to 1986 end of "Coupon Age‘’ and social stability. The tour reveal some unrecorded history. If you are history lover, if you are curious about Mao Ze Dong, don't miss it out!
What's included
Included
- Your centrally located hotel pick up
- Professional historian guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Hotel drop off
- Admission ticket
What you'll see and do
Xintiandi
You will be met by historian guide at your centrally located hotel, then take you to Xin Tian Di area to start the tour. Walking pass posh resturants and fancy boutiques to get to Chinese Communist Party Cradle. There you would learn why Chinese Communist Party was born, and how able to survive, proceed taking over mainland of China. You will travel further by subway or Taxi to get to concealed private poster museum. There you would go on Party's red route from 1949 founding of People's Republic of China, through Long March; Civil War; Korean War; Great Leap Forward; Culture Revolution; Ping Pang Diplomacy; Birth Control to 1986 end of "Coupon Age‘’ and social stability. The tour reveal some unrecorded history. If you are history lover, if you are curious about Mao Ze Dong, don't miss it out! Tour finish in French concession area. You could either explore more or our guide will help you find your way, or assist you get a Taxi back to your hotel.
Birthplace of Chinese Communist Party
You will be met by historian guide at your centrally located hotel, then take you to Xin Tian Di area to start the tour. Walking pass posh resturants and fancy boutiques to get to Chinese Communist Party Cradle. There you would learn why Chinese Communist Party was born, and how able to survive, proceed taking over mainland of China. You will travel further by subway or Taxi to get to concealed private poster museum. There you would go on Party's red route from 1949 founding of People's Republic of China, through Long March; Civil War; Korean War; Great Leap Forward; Culture Revolution; Ping Pang Diplomacy; Birth Control to 1986 end of "Coupon Age‘’ and social stability. The tour reveal some unrecorded history. If you are history lover, if you are curious about Mao Ze Dong, don't miss it out! Tour finish in French concession area. You could either explore more or our guide will help you find your way, or assist you get a Taxi back to your hotel.
Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Centre
You will be met by historian guide at your centrally located hotel, then take you to Xin Tian Di area to start the tour. Walking pass posh resturants and fancy boutiques to get to Chinese Communist Party Cradle. There you would learn why Chinese Communist Party was born, and how able to survive, proceed taking over mainland of China. You will travel further by subway or Taxi to get to concealed private poster museum. There you would go on Party's red route from 1949 founding of People's Republic of China, through Long March; Civil War; Korean War; Great Leap Forward; Culture Revolution; Ping Pang Diplomacy; Birth Control to 1986 end of "Coupon Age‘’ and social stability. The tour reveal some unrecorded history. If you are history lover, if you are curious about Mao Ze Dong, don't miss it out! Tour finish in French concession area. You could either explore more or our guide will help you find your way, or assist you get a Taxi back to your hotel.
XinTianDi BeiLi
You will be met by historian guide at your centrally located hotel, then take you to Xin Tian Di area to start the tour. Walking pass posh resturants and fancy boutiques to get to Chinese Communist Party Cradle. There you would learn why Chinese Communist Party was born, and how able to survive, proceed taking over mainland of China. You will travel further by subway or Taxi to get to concealed private poster museum. There you would go on Party's red route from 1949 founding of People's Republic of China, through Long March; Civil War; Korean War; Great Leap Forward; Culture Revolution; Ping Pang Diplomacy; Birth Control to 1986 end of "Coupon Age‘’ and social stability. The tour reveal some unrecorded history. If you are history lover, if you are curious about Mao Ze Dong, don't miss it out! Tour finish in French concession area. You could either explore more or our guide will help you find your way, or assist you get a Taxi back to your hotel.
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
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- UtravelShanghai
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
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 32 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
32 verified traveler reviews for Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Lily was incredibly...
Lily was incredibly knowledgeable and patiently answered all my questions - great experience overall
Response from the operator: Dear Bianca, Thank you so much for your timely review，which means a lot to us! As you request, following are two books I recommend on Chinese history of WWI. 1《Strangers on the Western Front: Chinese Workers in the Great War》（徐国琦 著）2《The Chinese Labour Corps: The Forgotten Chinese Labourers of the First World War》（Mark O'Neill ）Wish you all the best and hopefully our paths of exploring hidden history crossed again in future!
via Viator
Informative and fun
The tour guide picked us up from our hotel and was very knowledgeable. Gave us a lot of information about the city of Shanghai and the origins of the Communist Party of China. Answered all our questions well and we appreciate being able to go to the propaganda poster exhibition as well since that’s something we wouldn’t have had the chance to go to otherwise.
Response from the operator: Dear Gurpreet, Thank you for your prompt review! We are very happy to share knowledge with you about our city and Communist Party, who just celebrated 105 years birthday! And it is our job to show the hidden gems to visitors, so as able to see the city in depth. Wish you enjoy the stay in Shanghai and hope our paths cross in future!
via Tripadvisor
Very good tour
Tour guide was great, extremely knowledgeable. Went above and beyond, even helping me find phone charger. Answered all of my questions in detail
Response from the operator: Dear Campbell, Thank you for your review! So glad to know your questions were answered or your need was met. It is our pleasure to facilitate your stay in Shanghai! Wish you enjoy the future tour and all the best!lily
via Viator
This tour was amazing!...
This tour was amazing! The tour guide was great I learned so much. This was my favorite activity that I did while I was in China I would definitely recommend!
Response from the operator: Dear Jessica, Thank you so much for your review! Great to know this tour is your favorite in China. We really admire your spirit of exploring on your own on this part of the planet. Wish sunshine keeps on your shoulder in paths ahead!
via Viator
Both museum spots are AMAZING and are very elevated with historian guide
Lily was the best tour guide ever. She was EXTREMELY knowledgeable and everything she told me about Chinese history stuck with me. She is very very good at teaching. I have a very strong passion for Chinese political history and the like and I learned so much here. You absolutely will not regret this tour. I recommend you do morning tour instead of afternoon tour though because museum locations close at 17:00. Also do the tour as soon as you can because Lily informed me that the upkeep of the Shanghai Propaganda Poster Museum is very expensive for the proprietor and one day it might close down and this tour will be delisted.
Response from the operator: Hi Syney, Thank you so much for your prompt reply! It is also my great pleasure getting to know you and share our point of view on politics in depth. You are more than welcome to be back to learn Chinese language, culture, history and everything you like. We will always be here for you! Lily
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $45 to $150
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 76
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party cost?
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Prices start at $45 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 Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 32 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 Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party?
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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 Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party?
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Around 11 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party 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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