Explore Shanghai your way with this private, fully customizable tour. Shanghai, China's largest city, boasts a two-thousand-year history and numerous historical landmarks scattered throughout the city. Hop in the vehicle and let's visit Shanghai's most famous sites. Immerse yourself in local life as you visit renowned attractions, discover hidden gems, and sample local cuisine for an unforgettable culinary experience.
With complete flexibility, follow this itinerary or create your own for a unique Shanghai experience.
Highlights of the Private Tour in Shanghai
Highlights of the Private Tour in Shanghai
- 100% Customizable: Design your own itinerary or follow a suggested route.
- Multilingual expert local guide: Available in English, Spanish, Italian and Chinese.
- Total comfort: Private transport, hotel pickup, drinking water and device charging included.
- Unique details: Traditional Chinese gifts to take a little piece of Shanghai with you.
Tour Plan
The first stop on the tour is the Jade Buddha Temple, the city's most famous temple. It was built in 1882 to house two statues from Burma. You'll see a seated jade Buddha peacefully in a temple in a bustling city. Enter the temple and soak up the atmosphere with incense and candles. A pure experience of Chinese Buddhism.
Next, we will head to Xintiandi, where we will stroll through the charming former French Concession and have lunch nearby.
We'll then head to Yu Garden, a beautiful ancient Chinese park built between 1559 and 1577 by an official for his father. Afterward, we'll visit the surrounding markets and streets, which are filled with culturally interesting buildings and are Shanghai's oldest traditional Chinese cultural attractions. You'll try typical street foods. We can also visit Chenghuang Temple to learn about Taoist culture.
Afterwards, we'll head to The Bund, one of Shanghai's most unique and iconic areas, home to the oldest colonial buildings. The Bund also offers the best views of Pudong and its futuristic skyscrapers. We'll climb to the Bund's highest terrace for a drink and enjoy the luminous night.
At the end of the day, your guide will return you to your hotel or your preferred destination at 6:00 PM.
What includes
Included
- Private and personalized itinerary
- Local guide (English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese)
- Transportation to/from the meeting point
- Private transportation during the trip
- Cargo service during the trip
- Drinking Water
- Exquisite traditional Chinese gifts
Excluded
- Food and drink
- Tickets to attractions
- Tips
Overall Trip Rating:
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By David(Spain)06/26/2026 Totally recommendedAn informative and enjoyable tour. Our guide, Yu, was an amazing person—very kind and incredibly knowledgeable. If you're interested in learning about the history of the Party's formation, the civil war, and the founding of the People's Republic of China, this tour is highly recommended. And if you're lucky enough to have a guide like Yu, the experience will be even better. Highly recommended!
Date of Experience: June 11, 2026 -
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By Amparo(Spain)06/26/2026 It was a very interesting experienceRicardo told us the story of how communism began in China and took us on a very pleasant tour of the French Concession. It was a very interesting experience, where we learned a lot about the history and culture of Shanghai.
Date of Experience: June 02, 2026 -
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By Victor(Spain)06/01/2026 It was an excellent experienceI participated in the Qibao tour with Chinahora, and it was an excellent experience. Although I had visited Shanghai before, I had never explored this charming old town. I was amazed by its traditional streets, canals, and the local atmosphere it still retains. The guide was very attentive and shared interesting stories about Qibao's culture and history. We also had time to try some typical snacks and enjoy the atmosphere at a leisurely pace. It's a perfect excursion for those who want to discover a different side of Shanghai, away from the skyscrapers and tourist hotspots. I would definitely recommend it to any visitor.
Date of Experience: May 21, 2026 -
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By Silvia(Italy)06/01/2026 A highly recommended experience for business travelersI took advantage of a free afternoon during my business trip to Shanghai to join this tour, and it was an excellent decision. I was with an Italian business delegation for meetings with Chinese state-owned enterprises, so I had very little time for sightseeing. The visit to the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Bund allowed me to see two of the city's most iconic landmarks in just a few hours. The guide, Elfa, was very professional and shared interesting information about Shanghai's history and development. Everything was very well organized and perfect for business travelers who want to discover the city without any hassle. Definitely a highly recommended experience for business travelers like myself.
Date of Experience: May 20, 2026 -
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By Javier(Spain)01/05/2026 The Best Private Tour of Shanghai with a GuideI am a student at Fudan University in Shanghai. On January 2nd, my parents and relatives came to visit me from Spain, and we booked a private day tour of Shanghai. Our guide, Yu, was truly outstanding. His explanations were very professional, clear, and engaging, and he also showed constant attention and meticulous service, especially to my parents, which we greatly appreciated. Although I have been living in Shanghai for some time, this tour allowed me to rediscover the city from a different perspective, and it was an unforgettable experience for my family as well. Without a doubt, the best tour we have taken in China. Many thanks to Yu and Chinahora for a perfect day!
Date of Experience: January 02, 2026 -
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By Adriana(United States (US))10/15/2025 Private Tour of ShanghaiWe found Chinahora online and booked a private, personalized day tour of Shanghai. From the very first moment, the experience completely exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Yu, accompanied us to the Bund, Yu Garden, Nanjing Road, the Jade Buddha Temple, and the Oriental Pearl Tower, explaining each place with great professionalism and warmth. We are very grateful to Yu for her friendly manner, clear explanations, and attentiveness throughout the tour. It wasn't our first time in China, and we had booked guided tours in other cities, but Chinahora's service was undoubtedly far superior to that of other agencies. This tour was, without a doubt, the most memorable of our entire trip. Thank you so much for an unforgettable experience in Shanghai!
Date of Experience: 24 September, 2025
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