Experience the contrasts of Shanghai on this private tour, blending ancient water town charm with modern cityscapes. Your journey begins with a drive to Zhujiajiao, a 1,700-year-old water town. Here, you'll explore cobblestone lanes, take a boat ride through canals, and admire whitewashed homes. The guide will share stories about local temples and mansions.
After lunch at a carefully selected local eatery, you'll visit either the 16th-century Yu Garden or the Jade Buddha Temple. At Yu Garden, you'll see rockeries, pavilions, and the Nine-Turn Bridge, learning about Taoist-Confucian influences. The tour then moves to the Bund, where colonial architecture meets modern skyscrapers across the Huangpu River.
The day culminates at the 632-metre Shanghai Tower. From the observatory, you'll enjoy 360-degree views of the city skyline as your guide explains the tower's design and points out architectural highlights. As the sun sets, you'll return to your hotel, having experienced Shanghai's unique blend of old and new.
