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Shanghai Essentials 3Day Tour

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Shanghai Essentials 3-Day Tour

Shanghai Essentials 3-Day Tour

A panoramic time-travel journey through four eras of Shanghai
★ 4 Days ★ Shanghai

Tour Overview

The Bund, Yu Garden, Shanghai Tower, French Concession, and Xintiandi. Includes Huangpu River cruise and traditional dim sum lunch.

Tour Highlights

Four-era time travel: 6000-year ancient civilization, traditional Jiangnan culture, century-old glamorous Shanghai, modern international metropolis
In-depth Songjiang tour: Guangfulin Cultural Site, Cangcheng Historic Block, Zuibaichi Classical Garden
Reasonable accommodation: 2 nights in Songjiang, 1 night in downtown Shanghai
Classic and original scenic spots: The Bund, Nanjing Road, French Concession combined with Songjiang ancient blocks
Chinese-Western cultural collision: traditional Jiangnan garden culture meets European-style architecture
Culinary journey: imperial palace feast, authentic Peking duck banquet, time-honored soup dumplings

Daily Itinerary

Day 1 — Morning Ancient Shanghai: Guangfulin Cultural Site

Visit the 6000-year archaeological origin of Shanghai. Explore underwater museums, ancient architectural clusters and archaeological relics, touching the initial civilization of Shanghai.

Day 1 — Afternoon Cangcheng Historic Block & Zuibaichi Garden

Stroll through Cangcheng old streets, ancient bridges and riverfront wharves. Visit Zuibaichi Garden, one of the five classical gardens in Shanghai, enjoying the quiet Jiangnan garden scenery.

Day 1 — Evening Grand Imperial Banquet

Experience an immersive imperial palace dinner in Songjiang. Enjoy exquisite royal cuisine accompanied by traditional music, dance performances, ancient costume shows and classical music recitals.

Day 2 — Morning Songjiang Old Town Heritage

Visit the classic cultural architectures and historical sites in Songjiang old town, feeling the cultural heritage of ancient Shanghai.

Day 2 — Afternoon Jiangnan Water Town Charm

Wander in the nearby Jiangnan water town alleyways, bridge-lined streets and green waterways, experiencing the quiet and idyllic water town charm.

Day 3 — Morning The Bund & Nanjing Road

Visit the Bund to appreciate the century-old international architectural complex. Walk along Nanjing Road, known as the No.1 commercial street in the world.

Day 3 — Afternoon French Concession & Shanghai Old Town

Explore the Former French Concession sycamore-lined streets, European-style villas and Shikumen buildings. Visit Shanghai Old Town for traditional local culture and folk customs.

Day 3 — Evening Huangpu River Cruise

Take a Huangpu River cruise to enjoy the gorgeous night view of both sides of the Pujiang River, immersing in the charm of Night Shanghai.

Day 4 — Morning Lujiazui Financial Center

Visit Lujiazui to overlook the modern skyline of Shanghai, appreciating the high-rise buildings and modern metropolitan vitality.

Day 4 — Afternoon Free Activity & Departure

Free time to purchase special souvenirs or extend your stay. End the perfect Shanghai panoramic tour with wonderful memories.

Travel Tips

Good to Know Before You Go

  • Best time to visit: Spring (Apr-May) and Autumn (Sep-Oct)
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for daily sightseeing
  • Bring layers as weather can change throughout the day
  • Inform us of any dietary restrictions in advance
  • Keep your passport with you for hotel check-ins
  • Free cancellation up to 7 days before departure

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