
Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner
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September 2026
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Is Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner worth booking?
Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner is a 3-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $84 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $84 per person
Enjoy a romantic night in Shanghai by starting a VIP class river cruise on the beautiful Huangpu River, admire the stunning views of the illuminated skylines and colonial-era Bund from the boat. Followed by a traditional
What you get
- Dinner
- Professional guide
- Boat Ticket
- Soft Drink or Beer
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
About this experience
Enjoy a romantic night in Shanghai by starting a VIP class river cruise on the beautiful Huangpu River, admire the stunning views of the illuminated skylines and colonial-era Bund from the boat. Followed by a traditional dim sum and soup dumpling dinner at local popular restaurant. Private guide and transfer, boat ticket, and dinner are all inclusive.
What's included
Included
- Dinner
- Professional guide
- Boat Ticket
- Soft Drink or Beer
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
Not included
- Personal expense
- Additional alcoholic drinks or Juice (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Huangpu River
Depart from your centrally located Shanghai hotel and travel to the Shanghai river cruise terminal in the evening with your friendly guide by comfy private transfer. Upon arrival, enjoy a relaxing 50-minutes river cruise on Huangpu River. Admire the city’s glittering skyline on the east side of river, including Oriental TV Tower, Shanghai tower, Shanghai World Financial Tower etc., See the spectacular historic buildings on the west side when it is fully illuminated. Capture a stunning photo on the boat and learn the fascinating history form your professional guide. (Sometimes dinner before cruise depends on Sunset time)
60 minutes here · Admission included
Pudong New Area
After an exciting 60-minute river cruise, enjoy a dim sum dinner at a popular local restaurant. Take a nice seat and pleasure your palate with a feast of Chinese soup dumplings. Satisfy your appetite with many tasty local dishes like the pork dumpling, shrimp dumplings, spring rolls, chicken, beef and fried rice. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
City Hotel Departure
City Hotel pick-up and drop off, Night river cruise fare, dinner, soft drink/beer, private guide, and a driver are included. Pickup included
Outskirt Hotel Departure
Depart from outside of Shanghai city center, such as Airport, Disneyland Hotel, Cruise Port, Hongqiao/Songjiang/Qingpu Area. Pickup included
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Amazing Shanghai Trip
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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
5-Star guide (Blair)
Blair was wonderful and attentive to our needs - particularly for my elderly parents - so that we remained comfortable throughout. She also helped to get digestive medication for my sister (who probably felt bloated with all the excellent food in our trip). It’s indeed a five-star service even through it’s a short tour.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent evening out in Shanghai, with dinner
Caroline was an excellent guid for this evening event . Very respectful and knowledgeable about Shanghai. The Choise of restaurant for the dinner was outstanding too. Very enjoyable evening. Would not hesitate recommending.
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
- Every day
- Price range
- $84 to $256
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner cost?
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Prices start at $84 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 Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner 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 Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 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 Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner?
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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 Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner 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 Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner?
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Around 1 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 Shanghai by Night: VIP River Cruise and Dim Sum Dinner 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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