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Shanghai

4 Days / 3 Nights · Private & tailor-made

Shanghai

Where China's Future Meets Its Past

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Why Shanghai

The sights that draw you.
The moments that stay.

Old gardens, waterfront skylines, historic lanes and a water town escape. Shanghai is a masterclass in contrast—and a brilliant beginning or finale to a China journey.

  • The Bund
  • Yu Garden
  • Zhujiajiao Water Town

Suggested itinerary

A little structure.
Room to make it yours.

A route to discuss, not a fixed schedule. Transfers, opening arrangements and your preferred pace shape the final plan.

day 1

Welcome to Shanghai

Arrive with everything handled. Settle in, reset and explore at your own pace.

  • Airport or station pickup
  • Hotel check-in
  • Flexible free time
day 2

Classic Shanghai

Move from classical gardens and old-city lanes to Shanghai's famous riverfront skyline.

  • City God Temple
  • Yu Garden
  • Nanjing Road
  • The Bund
day 3

Water Town & Creative Shanghai

Begin among canals and stone bridges, then return for design, cafés and creative neighbourhoods.

  • Zhujiajiao Water Town
  • Xintiandi
  • Tianzifang
day 4

Departure or Continue

Continue to another City Gem or travel home with a smooth private transfer.

  • Airport or railway transfer
  • Optional onward journey

Make it personal

The details
make the difference.

Choose the experiences that interest you. We will explain availability, arrangements and costs in your proposal.

Explore a little deeper

  • Rooftop evening with skyline views
  • Premium dining or a local food walk
  • Contemporary art and photography route

Stay your way

Choose from premium city hotels, international luxury and characterful stays, depending on your destination, preferences and dates.

Keep the practicalities simple

Private guides, transfers, selected admissions and onward travel can be coordinated together. Your proposal makes inclusions and exclusions clear.

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Good to know

Can I combine Shanghai with another destination?

Yes. We will propose suitable city combinations and check transport options for your dates. See the connected journeys below for starting ideas.

Can I change the walking level, experiences and hotels?

Yes. Tell us what suits your travelling party. Accommodation, admission arrangements and optional experiences are confirmed in your individual proposal.

Connect your journey

Shanghai,
and what comes next.

All signature journeys →
Beijing · Chengdu · Shanghai12–14 days

Beijing · Chengdu · Shanghai

Essential China

A first journey through imperial history, panda country and modern China, with space between the highlights.

Best for
First-time visitors, families and travellers seeking variety
Explore this journey

Travel Resources for your planning

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Make Shanghai your own.

Share your dates and interests. We will put a clear private proposal together.

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