Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Day Trip from Shanghai
Duration: 10 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $116.28 per person
Visit two picturesque Chinese towns, Suzhou and Zhouzhuang on a day trip from Shanghai. You'll see how daily life has remained unchanged over the centuries in these unique old towns. Visit the Suzhou's magnificent gardens, feast on a Chinese lunch and travel through Zhouzhuang's waterways on a Chinese-style gondola.Founded in around 600 B.C., Suzhou is one of the oldest towns in the Yangtze basin and is known for its beautiful gardens. With its interconnected waterways and beautiful environment, the city is often referred to as the Venice of the East. Suzhou was one of the few cities in China to escape the ravages of Mao Zedong's Cultural Revolution and its famous gardens survived almost intact. Upon arrival in Suzhou, your first stop is the Net Master Garden, the town's best example of a model Ming Dynasty garden. The gardens embody the harmonious principles of Chinese garden construction, which dictate that gardens should re-create a microcosm of the universe in a confined space. After enjoying Suzhou's gardens, you'll view the town's ancient city wall and Grand Canal. You'll also take a tour of a silk-spinning factory to see how Chinese silk has been produced since the 14th century. After lunch, it's time to visit the water village of Zhouzhuang and board a Chinese-style gondola to cruise the town's beautiful waterways. Zhouzhuang's simple, well-preserved architecture dates back more than 900 years. The majority of residences were built in the Ming and Qing dynasties, and nearly 100 classic courtyards and 60 carved-brick archways are still in use. In this water village, locals live their life on the waterways, continuing to carry out everyday activities on the water, from washing clothes to shopping from vendors in boats. Special Offer - Book before March 31st, 2013, and save 43% on the recommended retail price - Book Now!
Best of Shanghai Day Tour including Jade Buddha Temple and The Bund
Duration: 8 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $73.81 per person
See all the main sites of Shanghai, 'Paris of the Orient'. Your fully guided coach tour includes lunch as well as entry into the Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai Museum, Bund and Bund History Museum, Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Old Street, Fresh Water Pearl Gallery, a silk factory and Xin Tian Di, Shanghai's entertainment district. Your tour begins with Jade Buddha Temple. Built during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty (A.D. 1875-1909), it contains a priceless collection of jade statues from Burma. The temple is constructed in the magnificent architectural style of the Song Dynasty. Currently the temple houses the Shanghai Buddhist Institute.Next stop is Fresh Water Pearl Gallery. You'll see the process of pearl cultivation and you may be the lucky participant to be presented with a single pearl. People Square, in the heart of the city is a vast green area surrounded by great buildings on all sides. Here you have the opportunity to feed the doves to pray for the world peace.Shanghai Museum is a highlight of the tour. The museum design is in keeping with Feng Shui principles. It houses a great permanent collection and hosts various exhibitions with over 120,000 pieces thst showcase the 5000 years of China's history. We recommend you rent an audio phone (USD 5) to make the most of your 1.5 hours' visit.After lunch, visit the enchanting Yuyuan Garden and Shanghai Old Street. The garden includes many halls, springs and other buildings of interest. The visit brings you back to Ming Dynasty (A.D. 1368-1644).Continue to the Bund on Shanghai's waterfront. The Bund is Shanghai's most famous landmark and a symbol of old and new Shanghai. Four kilometers long, it has long been one of the most important areas of Shanghai. In the 1930s, the Bund was host to the city's financial and commercial centers. At the silk factory, see how Chinese silk has been produced since the 14th century. There is also the option to to purchase the silk at low prices. After a drive along the former French Concession District, characterized by beautiful, tree-lined streets wander through Shanghai's hottest new entertainment district, Xin Tian Di. The brick buildings on these two-square blocks have been preserved and transformed into trendy clubs, restaurants and boutiques.
Hangzhou - Heaven on Earth Day Trip from Shanghai
Duration: 10 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $109.20 per person
Chinese Acrobats and Shanghai Evening Tour
Duration: 4 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $69.76 per person
Your evening tour of Shanghai begins by attending an astounding performance by the Shanghai Acrobatics School&Troupe. They have won hundreds of gold medals in different international acrobatics competitions, and are beloved by their countrymen for the incredible feats of skill and grace. If you have never experienced a world-class acrobatics show, this is a must-see event.After the show, you will travel by coach to catch a magical view of Shanghai at night. Your evening tour includes a visit to Peoples Square, the city lights along the Bund, and the French Concession District. The final stop is Xin Tian Di, a chic restaurant, pub and boutique area. Here you can spend time on your own or continue back to your hotel with the group.Chinese Acrobats and Shanghai Evening Tour Highlights: Shanghai Acrobat Troupe Peoples Square Bund Former French Concession District Xin Tian Di
Huangpu River Cruise and Bund City Lights Evening Tour of Shanghai
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $69.76 per person
The Bund is the cultural section of Shanghai that best represents the blending of ancient and modern influences. This renowned waterfront district is the city's most famous landmark. The word Bund is of Anglo-Indian origin meaning 'embankment on the waterfront', and you'll experience the definition literally with a feeling of space and openness that you won't find anywhere else in Shanghai.Your guided evening tour of Shanghai starts with an evening cruise on the Huangpu River, which divides the Bund into two sections, Pu Dong and Pu Xi, which mean 'east of river' and 'west of river' respectively. Local people honor the Huangpu as Mother River, and as you view the lights and spectacle from the deck of your evening cruise, you will understand why.After the cruise, we will enjoy a walk along the Bund on our way to the historically famous Peace Hotel, which served as the center of Shanghai's nightlife in the 1920's and 30's. Then we will take a trolley tour to enjoy the magnificent night view of Nanjing Road.Huangpu River Cruise and Bund City Lights Tour Highlights: Huangpu River cruise A walk along the Bund Trolley Tour on Nanjing Road
Xi'an in One Day: Day Trip from Shanghai by Air
Duration: 14 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $808.95 per person
While you’re in Shanghai, take a day trip to Xi’an, famous as one of the birthplaces of ancient Chinese civilization. You’ll learn about the history of the Chinese dynasties that rose and fell in Shaanxi Province, and visit the famous 2,000-year old Army of Terracotta Warriors, one of the most spectacular archaeological excavations of the 20th century. Then take a walk on the city walls of Xi’an, built during the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644).Discover the rich history and archaeology of ancient China on your day trip to Xi’an from Shanghai. Xi’an served as the center of Chinese civilization, with 13 dynasties basing their capitals here. After arriving in Xi’an, you’ll visit the impressive Army of Terracotta Warriors. Emperor Qin Shi Huang built this mausoleum starting at the age of 13 (in 246 BC) to prepare for his afterlife. See the 6,000 terracotta figures of warriors and horses, lined in three rows of 210 soldiers. This impressive archaeological discovery is a sight not to be missed!Feast on a traditional Chinese lunch and then head to the Xi’an city walls. The Xi’an city walls were first built in the early Ming Dynasty and are one of the most complete city walls to survive in China. The walls also serve as one of the largest ancient military defenses in China, measuring 36 feet (12 meters) high.
Shanghai Half Day Morning or Afternoon Sightseeing Tour
Duration: 4 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $45.49 per person
Got only half a day to explore Shanghai? Discover the 'must-see' sights such as Jade Buddha Temple, Fresh Water Pearl Gallery and Shanghai Museum on the morning tour or The Bund, Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Old Street, a silk mill and Shanghai's entertainment district on the afternoon tour. A guided sightseeing tour of Shanghai is a must for anyone visiting China's most modern city.Unlike any other city in China, or in all of Asia for that matter, Shanghai is an intoxicating blend of ancient culture and a modern, progressive city. Depending on your preferences you can choose from a morning or an afternoon half-day city sightseeing tour. Both tours concentrate on the can't-miss highlights that all visitors to Shanghai must experience. Morning Tour highlights (this tour is the morning part of Best of Shanghai Full Day City Tour): Jade Buddha Temple Fresh Water Pearl Gallery People Square Shanghai Museum Afternoon Tour highlights (this tour is the afternoon part of Best of Shanghai Full Day City Tour): Yuyuan Garden Shanghai Old Street Bund Silk Factory Xin Tian Di (entertainment district) Special Offer - Book before March 31st, 2013, and save 10% on the recommended retail price - Book Now!
Shanghai Afternoon Sightseeing Tour including Huangpu River Cruise
Duration: 5 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $128.41 per person
Take a tour around Shanghai and see one of Asia's most progressive cities. Shanghai or "Paris of the Orient" has fast developed economically, culturally and socially. See the Oriental TV Tower, Pudong Park and take a cruise on the Huangpu River.Shanghai is the largest and most prosperous city in China and is one of the most important economic, financial and cultural centers in all of Asia. In recent years, its pace of development has been astounding. Even if you visited Shanghai only a few years ago, the changes are impressive.The tour starts with the Oriental TV Tower, the unmistakable symbol of modern Shanghai. Standing in Pudong Park in the new and developing Lujiazui District, it overlooks the industry and commerce quickly developing on the banks of the Huangpu River. You will enjoy a panoramic view of Shanghai from the main observatory and have the opportunity to orient yourself to the thriving metropolis you're about to discover.A cruise on Huang River gives you another way to see the Bund, the cultural district along the river. From this floating vantage point, you'll see 80-100 year old buildings with diverse architectural styles: Gothic, Baroque, and Romanesque. After a photo stop at People's Square, the picturesque green space surrounded by buildings on all sides, you visit the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall. Here you will see the vision for the new Shanghai.Your final stop is Nanjing Road, the first commercial street in Shanghai. It is pedestrian friendly, with no cars allowed, and is the popular shopping center of the city. It is always bustling with excitement, with locals, business people and tourists alike. You'll likely want to return in the evening to get a taste of Shanghai nightlife.Tour Highlights: Oriental Pearl TV Tower River Cruise People's Square Urban Planning Exhibition (Not available on Mondays) Nanjing Road
Zhujiajiao Water Village Half Day Tour
Duration: 4 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $90.00 per person
Visit the the picturesque Zhujiajiao is a classic water village, over 400 years old with a signature five-arch bridge spanning the Cao Gang River. Zhujiajiao was an important town for local trade, shipping goods in and out of its man made canals to the river.During this half-day, guided sightseeing tour you will stroll the maze of paths and bridges, and take a boat ride to view the residences of this nicely-preserved water village. Zhujiajiao is also home to two impressive temples, which add to the charm and historic significance of the village. After a few Hours sightseeing in Zhujiajiao, you'll make a stop to shop for silk. Learn how silk making became a major industry in China for clothes, accessories, quilts and handmade rugs.
Zhujiajiao and Seven Treasure Town Day Tour from Shanghai
Duration: 8 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $126.39 per person
Head to the outskirts of Shanghai on this guided 1-day day tour to quaint Chinese villages. See Seven Treasure Town, an ancient water town famous for its textiles, before heading to Zhujiajiao, sometimes called 'Pearl Stream, a village that will take you back in time to the Ming and Qing dynasty with its fantastic architecture, ancient bridges and houses. Also included in this sightseeing tour from Shanghai is a boat ride and visit to a Silk Mill.Seven Treasure Town is an ancient village located outside of Shanghai. During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Seven Treasures became a prosperous marketplace, known for its cloth, yarn, carpentry, rice wine and water. The textiles were treasured all over the world, with samples from the era still being displayed at the Great Museum of London. Some of the other sights you will enjoy on the tour include a unique wedding hall inside the textile mill, a shop producing traditional rice wine, and other trades such as blacksmithing, bamboo craft and fine carpentry.Located in another suburb of Shanghai, Zhujiajiao is an ancient water town that shines like a pearl on the Dianpu River. In fact, Zhujiajiao is sometimes called 'Pearl Stream'. It is famous for its well-preserved Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture, ancient bridges, and quaint courtyards. Walking along the zigzag of narrow streets and past the shops in the center of town, you will see how the locals really live as they go about their daily labors, sit in the sun and chat, or play cards with their neighbors. You will also enjoy a leisurely boat ride, taste the local food, or just relax by the river under majestic willow trees.Highlights: Seven Treasure Town Zhujiajiao Water Village Boat Ride Silk Mill Special Offer - Book before March 31st, 2013, and save more than 15% on the recommended retail price - Book Now!
Private Tour: The Face of Modern Shanghai
Duration: 9 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $97.08 per person
Discover the modern developments of China’s most cosmopolitan city with a private guide on this full-day private tour. Learn about the past, present and future of Shanghai at the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center. Take the Shanghai Maglev Train, which travels an average distance of 155 mph (250 kph). Enjoy fantastic views of the city from the Lupu Bridge and the top of the Shanghai World Financial Center.Your full-day private tour of modern Shanghai begins at the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center. The museum traces Shanghai’s evolution with exhibitions on Shanghai’s history and models of planned and recent developments. See photographs of old and contemporary Shanghai and a 3-D model of what urban Shanghai will look like in 2020.Then, jump on the Shanghai Magnetic Levitation (Maglev) Train, which makes the 19-mile (32-km) trip between downtown Shanghai and Pudong Airport (PVG) in only eight minutes. Arrive at the Pudong New Area, Shanghai’s financial district, and climb the Lupu Bridge, an arch bridge over the Huangpu River. From the base of the bridge, take a high-speed elevator up, and then climb 367 steps along the arch of the bridge to the top. From the peak, you will have a fantastic view of the former site of the Shanghai Expo 2010, as well as the rest of the city.Enjoy a Chinese lunch at a local restaurant, and then take a five-minute underground journey in the Bund Sightseeing Tunnel to reach the 100th floor (the highest occupied floor) of the Shanghai World Financial Center. At 1,555 feet (474 meters) high, the floor offers a panoramic view of modern Shanghai.Finish your tour of by driving through the Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone, a major financial hub in Shanghai. Pass by the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Jin Mao Building.
Private Tour: Zhujiajiao, Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai History Museum
Duration: 8 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $92.02 per person
On this private guided tour of Shanghai, explore the quaint river town of Zhujiajiao and its historical streets and bridges. Return to the city to visit the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower over the Huangpu River. Then visit the Shanghai History Museum to view the creative displays and exhibits about Shanghai’s past.From Shanghai, your guide will drive you to Zhujiajiao, an ancient water village on the outskirts of the city. Zhujiajiao’s settlement dates back 1,700 years, when it was an important trading town for rice and cloth. Stroll down the streets and admire architecture from the Ming and Qing dynasties; then walk across some of the 36 stone bridges that emphasize Zhujiajiao’s traditional style. Wander past the quaint shops in the center of town, and relax by the river under beautiful willow trees. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading back to Shanghai.Your guide will drive you to the Oriental Pearl Tower, a television tower in Shanghai located in the Pudong district, next to the Huangpu River. The Oriental Pearl Tower features 11 spheres of different sizes, with the two largest spheres resembling pink and silver rubies. The tower’s design gives an impression of pearls of various sizes dropping onto an emerald plate. Ascend to one of the tower’s 15 observatory levels for spectacular views of the city. Finally, finish your day at the Shanghai History Museum, located in the basement of the Oriental Pearl Tower. The exhibits and artifacts trace the history of old Shanghai, with an emphasis on the time period from 1860 to 1949. Exhibits include models of Shanghai’s famous buildings, a vehicle collection with trolley cars and embroidery pieces.
Private Tour: Yuyuan Garden, Chenghuangmiao Temple and Dongtailu Antique Market
Duration: 9 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $60.67 per person
Get a taste of traditional Shanghai on this private guided tour. On this full-day sightseeing tour, visit Yuyuan Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, Chenghuangmiao Temple and Dongtailu Antique Market. Discover the beauty and richness of China’s history and culture as you explore these landmarks that capture the essence of classical China.Begin your tour at Yuyuan Garden, built during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD). Enjoy a respite from bustling city life as you stroll through the garden, admiring the pavilions, ponds and dragon-lined walls. Yuyuan Garden translates to the ‘Garden of Contentment’ in English, and you will experience tranquility as you explore this 400-year-old classical Chinese garden. Visit the Jade Buddha Temple to see the intricately carved jade Buddhas and ancient paintings. The temple was built in the architectural style of the Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD), characterized by symmetrical halls and courtyards, upturned eaves, and clay-tiled roofs. Enjoy lunch at a local Chinese restaurant. Next, stop by the Chenghuangmiao Temple – the ‘Temple of the Town Deity.’ Back in ancient China, every city had its own temple to worship its local deity, who was believed to protect the townspeople. Today, the temple’s main courtyard is filled with local people worshiping the statues of a local military hero and the town god.Finish your day shopping for mementos, vintage trinkets and gifts at Dongtailu Antique Market, Shanghai’s only remaining flea market. Keep your eyes out for revolution-era porcelain statues, Chinese dishes, vases and old cameras. With 125 stalls to browse, the market offers a not-to-be-missed experience.
Private Custom Tour: Shanghai in One Day
Duration: 8 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $15.16 per person
During your time in Shanghai, design your own itinerary to experience all of Shanghai, according to your own interests. Your local guide will take you to all of the sights you want to see on this private tour. Customize your Shanghai experience and choose from shopping, visiting historical landmarks or exploring the city’s architecture.With so much to see in Shanghai and so little time, create your own personalized itinerary and a professional guide will lead you to the sights you want to see! If you want to visit the Shanghai Museum and view its collection of Chinese paintings and calligraphy, your guide can arrange it and provide expert commentary. If you’d like to walk along the Bund and enjoy a dinner cruise on the Huangpu River, your guide can fulfill your request. Another popular request is shopping tours. If you choose this option, your personal guide will take you to the best markets and help you bargain for the best deals on clothing, electronics, jewelry, pearls or handcrafts.If you’re looking for a customized food tour, your guide can help you try the different Chinese cuisines, including Hong Kong dim sum, Shanghai soup dumplings and spicy Sichuan hot pot.This tour provides you with an English-speaking guide for eight hours. After your booking, please submit your desired activities and sightseeing attractions at time of reconfirmation of tour. Special Offer - Book before December 31st, 2012, and save 40% on the recommended retail price - Book Now!
Zhouzhuang Water Village Tour from Shanghai
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $93.03 per person
Take a gondola ride through the elegant waterways of Zhouzhuang, the 'Venice of the East.’ You’ll step into the old residences of Zhang House and Shen House, and wander through the vast expanse of courtyards, arcades and rooms that make up these complexes. Don’t miss out on visiting one of the most popular tourist destinations in China, with its other-worldly landscapes and stunning architecture.With its interconnected waterways and dreamy landscapes, Zhouzhuang is one of the top water villages in China. Take a step back in time to view magnificent canals and stone bridges. The majority of the town’s residences were built in the Ming and Qing dynasties, and nearly 100 traditional courtyards and 60 carved-brick archways are still in use. You will visit two of the most popular sights in this water town: Shen House and Zhang House. Shen House was a private property built in the Qing style, and occupies an enormous area of over 2,000 square feet (186 square meters). It features charming displays like a water gate, a gate tower, a tearoom and a main hall. It also has artworks including carvings that tell historic stories, a painted sculpture of Shen Wansan, and other cultural relics such as folk instruments. Zhang House is equally impressive, with 70 rooms taking up over 1,900 square feet (177 square meters). It is a graceful residential house with a tranquil courtyard and pond. After walking with the locals in the town's cobbled lanes, you will be taken on a Chinese-style gondola ride through the old town, where you can admire the simple and well-preserved architecture that dates back more than 900 years. Locals still live their life on the waterways, carrying out daily activities such as washing clothes and shopping from vendors on boats. You will have the opportunity to take many photos of this picturesque town.This tour provides hotel pickup and drop-off and is a great way to learn about the cultural background of China’s Jiangsu province.
Private Tour: Shanghai Museum Half-Day Guided Tour
Duration: 5 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $35.39 per person
Discover China’s ancient art, history and culture on a private guided tour of the Shanghai Museum. Enjoy personalized attention from a private guide who specializes in Chinese art history as you explore one of Shanghai’s top attractions.After you are picked up from your hotel in a private vehicle, your guide will take you to the Shanghai Museum, located in the heart of Shanghai at People’s Square. The unique urn-shaped building is one of the most impressive pieces of new architecture in Shanghai. The museum houses a collection of more than 120,000 pieces of some of China’s most valuable cultural relics and artifacts, including bronze, sculpture, ceramics, painting, calligraphy, seals, furniture and minority art.The Shanghai Museum is one of the best museums in China, with 11 state-of-the-art galleries and three special exhibition halls. Its collection of bronze, ceramics, painting and calligraphy is unparalleled. Your guide will provide insight into the museum’s highlights, such as a “transparent” bronze mirror from the Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD), intricately painted ceramic pieces from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD) and the development of the Chinese character system, dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD).
Shanghai Sightseeing Tour Including the World Financial Center
Duration: 6 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $79.88 per person
Small-Group Walking Tour of Old Shanghai
Duration: 4 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $30.34 per person
Experience the life of a local Shanghainese as you take to the streets of Old Shanghai. This walking tour combines residential districts, historical buildings and traditional Shanghai eats for a comprehensive overview of Old Shanghai's way of life. Join the locals in traditional pastimes like tai chi, visit the residence of a prominent Chinese poet and enjoy a film about Shanghai cinema’s golden age in a quaint café celebrating 1930s Shanghai.Live the life of a Shanghai resident on this four-hour, small-group, cultural walking tour. Meet your guide and travel like the locals do on the metro system, which takes you straight to the hub of Old Shanghai. Begin your tour of Old Shanghai by joining in or simply watching the daily festivities happening in Lu Xun Park, from flag waving to ballroom dancing, and even tai chi.Your group, consisting of no more than 12 people, will then explore one of the city’s nongtang, an old residential alleyway unique to Shanghai. The style of the local houses combines Chinese and Western design, and the alleyway reflects a residential culture that is distinctively Old Shanghai, with harmonious neighborly relationships shared among its residents. Step inside an old building and into a former residence of Lu Xun, one of China’s most influential writers of the 20th century.Next, browse souvenirs at a typical street market and enter a little antique shop that offers a variety of trinkets such as old advertising signs and telephones. Nibble on some tasty xiaolong bao (soup dumplings) as you make a quick stop at a café. Enjoy the architecture of the old city, from restored mansions dating back to the early 1900s to Hongde Tang Church, an active Christian church built in the style of an old Chinese temple.Finish your tour at the Old Film Café on Duolun Road, one of Old Shanghai’s premier cultural spots, where you will watch a screening of a black-and-white film showcasing the golden age of Chinese cinema. After the film, your tour ends, but feel free to enjoy the company of your newfound friends over coffee, tea or other snacks offered by the café (own expense).
Beijing in One Day: Day Trip from Shanghai by Air
Duration: 14 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $707.83 per person
If you’re spending time in Shanghai, take a day trip to Beijing by air to make your visit to China complete. While you’re in China’s ancient capital, visit the Forbidden City and the Great Wall of China, two of Beijing’s most famous landmarks.If your time in China is limited and you want to see more of China, take a day trip from Shanghai to Beijing by air! Embark on a plane from Shanghai to Beijing to explore the most iconic sights of Beijing – the Forbidden City and the Great Wall of China.Begin your day in Beijing at the Forbidden City, the largest and best preserved group of ancient buildings in China. The Forbidden City served as the imperial palace and political center of government from the Ming Dynasty to the end of the Qing Dynasty. Inside, discover the 980 surviving buildings with a total of 8,707 rooms. The palace is an excellent example of traditional Chinese architecture, including elements such as enclosed courtyards and horizontal design.Enjoy a traditional Chinese lunch, then drive out to the Great Wall of China. This amazing feat of architecture stretches 5,500 miles (8,850 kilometers). You’ll visit the Great Wall at Badaling, built during the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644) and famous for its impressive scenery of the wall snaking off into the distance. As you ascend up the wall, you’ll see the hills undulating into the distance.After you finish hiking the Great Wall, you'll be driven to Beijing International Airport for your return flight to Shanghai.
Guilin in One Day: Day Trip from Shanghai by Air
Duration: 14 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $819.06 per person
Explore China’s most beautiful mountains and waterways on a day trip to Guilin from Shanghai. Guilin is renowned for its famous natural scenery, and was a source of inspiration for Chinese brush paintings. This day trip is the perfect option for those seeking an escape from the busy city life of Shanghai. During your time in Shanghai, take a day trip to discover the beauty of Guilin. The scenery of Guilin has been called ’the most spectacular under the heaven.’ Come here to experience the beauty of the karst mountains soaring into the sky, with mists and haze dancing in the background. You’ll also see intricate limestone carvings, stalactite formations and waterways.After flying into Guilin from Shanghai, you’ll be picked up and brought to the Elephant Hill, located on the western bank of the Li River. The shape of the hill resembles a large elephant drinking water through its trunk. Climb up the stairs for a bird’s-eye view of Guilin.Next, visit Fubo Hill, a peak that stands in the middle of the Li River. Fubo Hill soars up 203 feet (62 meters) and is 700 feet (213 meters) high above the sea level. The hill resembles more of a vertical rock eruption than a hill, and its peak affords beautiful views of the countryside. Walk to the Returned Pearl Cave and the Thousand Buddha Cave to see etchings of Buddha dating back to the Song and Tang Dynasties (618 - 1279).Finish by visiting the Reed Flute Cave, a natural limestone cave with multicolored lighting. Wander inside and you’ll be amazed by the large number of stalactites, stalagmites and rock formations. The fascinating Reed Flute Cave dates back 180 million years.After seeing the best of Guilin in a day, you'll return to Guilin airport and head back to Shanghai.
Scholar-Led Shanghai Walking Tour: Buddhism in China
Duration: 3 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $94.55 per person
Explore the history, art and symbolism of Buddhism as you visit two of Shanghai’s major Buddhist temples with an East Asian art scholar as your professional guide. Delve into one of China’s main religions and gain an in-depth understanding of Buddhism in China over the last 2,000 years.Begin with a discussion on the basic beliefs of Buddhism and its spread from India to China around 2,000 years ago over a cup of soothing hot tea. Learn about Buddhism’s fundamental concepts such as karma, enlightenment and the significance of deities like Bodhisattvas in temples.Then, visit Jing’an Temple, where you’ll see many pavilions, statues of Buddha and other deities. Inside, see the 12-foot (4-meter) Jade Buddha, the largest sitting jade Buddha in China. Your guide will share details about Buddha’s life and influence on Chinese Buddhism.Next, you’ll travel by taxi (10 minutes) to the Jade Buddha Temple, one of Shanghai’s most active Buddhist temples. Here, you’ll see the impressive 7-feet (2-meter) white jade Buddha brought from Burma in the 19th century by a monk. Your guide will explain the significance of the images of Buddha and how they fit into Buddhist practice and belief as you walk through the temple.After your walking tour, you’ll have a deeper understanding of Chinese Buddhism and its influence on contemporary China.
8-Day Eastern China Private Tour: Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou and Huangshan
Duration: 8 days, 7 nights | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $1,513.76 per person
Spend an entire week exploring the best of eastern China! With a private guide to show you around the different attractions in Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou and Huangshan, you’ll have an amazing and personalized experience. Witness busy city life in Shanghai one day, and then admire the serene natural landscapes of Hangzhou the next. Learn about the varying cultural features of these different cities, from the modern shops of Shanghai to Suzhou’s ancient city structures and Hangzhou’s Qinghefang Ancient Street. There’s so much to see in eastern China, and this private tour ensures you’ll experience the essential attractions.A week in China doesn’t get any better than this. See the cities and regions of eastern China and enjoy both the vibrant city life and the tranquil hidden spots. In Shanghai, visit top attractions like the Bund, Yu Garden, the French Concession and the Shanghai Museum. Then spend your days traveling to Suzhou, Hangzhou and Huangshan, where you will go on boat rides, take guided walking tours, see incredible pieces of architecture, learn about Chinese history and much more. Major sights you’ll see and visit include West Lake, Qinghefang Ancient Street, the Longjing Tea Plantation and the Six Harmonies Pagoda. Seven nights of accommodation, two bullet-train rides (as indicated in itinerary) to and from the different cities, a one-way flight from Huangshang back to Shanghai and most meals are all included. Please see the Itinerary below for details on each day of the tour. Special Offer - Introductory offer! Book now and travel before December 31, 2012, to save 25% on the recommended retail rate - Book Now!
Private Shanghai Walking Tour: WW2 Historic Area, Yuyuan Garden and Acrobatic Show
Duration: 9-10 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $139.54 per person
Delve deep into the heart of Shanghai’s unique history and culture on this private walking tour. Learn several aspects of Shanghai’s history while visiting the Tilanqiao Historic Area and Jiangnan Silk Museum with your guide. Experience Shanghai’s vibrant market culture on a visit to two bustling bazaars and discover the beauty of the Yuyuan Garden (Yu Garden). Then, enjoy an evening performance of the Shanghai Acrobatic Show. Lunch, dinner and an English-speaking guide are all included!Discover the unique city of Shanghai on this fully guided walking tour of the city’s cultural and historical sites. Meet with your guide and walk along the Bund beside the Huangpu River and learn about the various business establishments lining the busy waterfront area. Make your way to the Tilanqiao Historic Area, a place that became a haven for Jewish refugees during WW2. Spend time walking around the area with your guide to discover traces of Jewish refugee life in China at the time.After enjoying a delectable Chinese lunch at a nearby restaurant, hop into the subway with your guide on the way to the Yuyuan Garden (Yu Garden), a classical garden finished during the Ming Dynasty featuring traditional Chinese landscaping with grand pavilions, wide courtyards and calm streams and ponds. Then, walk to the bustling Yuyuan Market complex next to the garden -- a shopping bazaar filled with various knickknacks, antiques and sweet and savory treats.Witness how one of China’s most popular exports is produced on a visit to the Jiangnan Silk Museum. Learn about China’s silk culture and the importance of this product to ancient and modern Chinese society. Afterwards, take the subway to the nearby Flower, Bird, Fish and Insect Market – a fascinating place always buzzing with the exciting sounds of various birds and insects. Enjoy the colorful sights and wonderful scents of the flowers on a leisurely stroll through the market.Relax your feet as you sit down to a traditional Chinese dinner at a local restaurant. Finally, your day ends at the Shanghai Acrobatic Show. Enjoy a performance filled with gravity-defying acts, contortionism, juggling, unicycling and other astonishing stunts that will surely keep you on the edge of your seat!
Private Shanghai Walking Tour: Yuyuan Garden, Acrobatic Show and Huangpu River Cruise with Dinner
Duration: 6-7 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $131.45 per person
Experience urban Shanghai life on this private walking tour of the city’s popular sites. Along with your guide, immerse yourself in the city’s unique activities, including a cruise on the Huangpu River. Discover the beauty of Yuyuan Garden, a traditional Chinese garden, and learn how silk is made on a visit to a silk museum. In the evening, enjoy a traditional dinner of local Chinese delicacies before watching a spectacular Shanghai Acrobatic Show.After meeting your guide in the lobby of the Peace Hotel, walk along the Bund, a popular waterfront area hosting many of Shanghai’s corporate establishments and historical buildings. Walk to the Shiliupu Wharf to board the Huangpu River cruise boat, complete with a sundeck and a minibar. Enjoy magnificent views of the Shanghai city landscape from the water as you spot Binjiang Avenue, the Shangri-La Hotel, the Yangpu River Bridge, Waibatu Bridge, the Oriental Pearl Tower and more.When you return to the wharf, walk to the Yuyuan Garden, where you will see traditional Chinese garden landscaping featuring grand pavilions and elegant courtyards. Walk on ancient bridges over tranquil ponds as you listen to your guide’s stories about the garden.Follow your guide to the Jiangnan Silk Museum to witness how one of China’s most popular exports is created. Discover the significant impact this product has had on ancient and modern Chinese society as you see the museum’s exhibitions with your guide.In the evening, delight in a traditional Chinese dinner at a popular local restaurant. Afterwards, take public transportation with your guide to the Yunfeng Theatre. End your evening with exceptional Shanghai entertainment at the Shanghai Acrobatic Show! Witness an intense 2-hour (approx.) presentation filled with gravity-defying acts, contortionism, juggling and all-around mind-blowing stunts that will keep you on the edge of your seat!
Private Shanghai Walking Tour: First National Congress, Xintiandi, Tianzifang and Acrobatic Show
Duration: 9-10 hours | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $139.54 per person
Get an insider’s look at what makes Shanghai truly unique on this private walking tour of the city’s historical and cultural sites. Experience the city’s trendy lifestyle on the vibrant Tianzifang and Xin Tian Di pedestrian lanes and explore the Yuyuan Garden for a tranquil escape from the bustling city streets. Learn about Shanghai’s history while visiting the First National Congress (a Chinese Communist Party museum) and the Jiangnan Silk Museum with your guide. At night, enjoy Shanghai performing arts at an evening Shanghai Acrobatic Show. Lunch, dinner and an English-speaking guide are all included!Discover Shanghai’s cultural and historical treasures on this private guided walking tour. Meet with your guide and walk along the Bund, Shanghai's central waterfront area, and see the city's various business establishments. Make your way to the Yuyuan Garden, a classical garden featuring traditional Chinese garden landscaping with grand pavilions, wide courtyards and tranquil ponds. Adjacent to it is the bustling Yuyuan Market complex. Follow your guide to this shopping bazaar and see various trinkets and treats being sold.Walk with your guide to the Jiangnan Silk Museum to witness how one of China’s most popular exports is produced. Learn about China’s silk culture and the importance of this product to ancient and modern Chinese society.After enjoying a delectable traditional lunch of xiaolong bao (steamed dumplings) at a nearby restaurant, take the subway to Xin Tian Di, a fashionable pedestrian enclave host to many of Shanghai’s chic cafes, bookstores and shopping malls. Go inside the Museum of the First National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party, built in shikumen style (traditional Shanghai architecture combining Western and Chinese elements), and admire the displays of countless relics showing the party’s growth in the country.The next stop is Tianzifang, another pedestrian alley rife with displays of Shanghai’s artistic culture. Walk along the winding alleyways lined with smalls businesses, such as art galleries, local craft stores, quaint cafes and busy restaurants – all daily hangouts for the hip and trendy.Unwind with a delicious Chinese dinner at a local restaurant. Finally, end your tour with an evening performance at the Shanghai Acrobatic Show. Enjoy this presentation filled with gravity-defying acts, contortionism, juggling and all-around mind-blowing stunts that will surely keep you on the edge of your seat!
Private One-Way or Round-Trip Transfer: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Duration: Varies | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $80.89 per person
Whatever your travel needs are in Shanghai, get to or from the airport – or both – with ease and comfort on this stress-free private transfer. Choose from a round-trip transfer or a one-way transfer either to or from the airport. You’ll be met at Shanghai's Pudong International Airport (PVG) by a private driver and delivered directly to your hotel, or vice versa.Start or end your stay in Shanghai with a hassle-free private airport transfer. You’ll be met at the airport (PVG) or at your hotel and driven in comfort to your destination.Choose one of three options:Round-trip private transfer between Pudong International Airport and your Shanghai hotelOne-way private transfer from Pudong International Airport to your Shanghai hotelOne-way private transfer from your Shanghai hotel to Pudong International Airport Special Offer - Book and travel before May 31, 2012, and save up to 37% on the recommended retail rate. - Book Now!
Round-trip Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Duration: Varies | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $187.06 per person
For fast transport to and from the Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), book this round-trip transfer on the Maglev high-speed train! An English-speaking representative will meet you at the airport after you clear customs and escort you to the train for the speedy ride to downtown Shanghai, where you’ll be driven to your hotel. And for the trip back to the airport, you can expect the same reliable, friendly and efficient service.This might be the fastest and most fun airport transfer you'll ever experience! Shanghai's magnetic levitation (Maglev) train opened for service in November 2004 and makes the 19.8-mile (32-km) trip between Pudong International Airport (PVG) and downtown Shanghai in only eight minutes.You will be met upon arrival at the airport by a local representative and accompanied aboard the Maglev. Once you arrive in downtown Shanghai, you will be driven to your hotel.Similarly, for your return transfer, your escort will meet you in the foyer of your Shanghai hotel. You will then be transferred to the Maglev train and accompanied back to Pudong Airport to catch your departing flight. Special Offer - Book before May 31, 2012, and save up to 20% compared to buying the ticket yourself! - Book Now!
Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
Duration: Varies | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $79.87 per person
Why stress waiting for a taxi to Shanghai’s busy airport? Ensure peace of mind with a private transfer from your hotel in Shanghai to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Reach the airport relaxed and in time for your flight!With this private, one-way airport transfer, an English-speaking driver will pick you up from your Shanghai hotel and drive you in comfort to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All vehicles feature spacious interiors, providing you with a relaxing experience. When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details (flight number and departure time) and your Shanghai accommodation details (hotel name and address). Your one-way private transfer will be confirmed instantaneously and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. Special Offer - Book before May 31, 2012 and save up to 25% on the recommended retail rate. - Book Now!
Private Arrival Transfer: Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Hotel
Duration: Varies | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $80.89 per person
Avoid the stress of finding a taxi and carrying your luggage when you arrive in Shanghai! Be greeted by a professional driver at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) and get to your hotel quickly and efficiently with a private one-way transfer.Make sure your arrival in Shanghai is as effortless as possible by booking this one-way private transfer from the Hongqiao International Airport to your Shanghai hotel. You will be met by an English-speaking driver when you clear customs (just look for your name) and driven in comfort to your hotel – it's that easy!When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details (flight number and arrival time) and your Shanghai accommodation details (hotel name and address). Your one-way private transfer will be confirmed instantaneously and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. Special Offer - Book before May 31, 2012, and save up to 25% on the recommended retail rate. - Book Now!
Arrival Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Hotel
Duration: Varies | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $96.05 per person
Need an arrival transfer in Shanghai? Look no further. A one-way arrival transfer on the Maglev train is available from Pudong International Airport to your hotel in Shanghai, and can be booked online here before you go. Be met by a representative at the airport after clearing customs - you'll only need to look for your name.Arrive in Shanghai at Pudong International Airport (PVG) with ease and comfort. Shanghai's magnetic levitation (Maglev) train opened for service in November 2004, and makes the 19.8-mile (32-km) trip between Pudong Airport (PVG) and downtown Shanghai in only 8 minutes. You will be met upon arrival at Pudong Airport by a local representative and accompanied aboard the Maglev. Once you arrive in downtown Shanghai you will be driven to your hotel. Special Offer - Book before May 31, 2012 and save up to 8% compared to booking the ticket yourself - Book Now!
Departure Transfer by High-Speed Maglev Train: Hotel to Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Duration: Varies | Shanghai, Eastern China, China | Starting from $96.05 per person
Need a departure transfer to Shanghai's Pudong International Airport? Look no further. A one-way return transfer on the Maglev train is available from your hotel in Shanghai to Pudong International Airport, and can be booked online here before you go. Be met by a representative at your Shanghai hotel - you'll only need to look for your name.Travel back to Pudong (Shanghai) Airport fast! Shanghai's magnetic levitation (Maglev) train opened for service in November 2004, and makes the 19-mile (32-km) trip between downtown Shanghai and Pudong Airport (PVG) in only 8 minutes. You will be met at your hotel in downtown Shanghai and driven to meet the train. A local representative will accompany you aboard the Maglev for your very fast journey to the airport. Special Offer - Book before May 31, 2012 and save up to 8% compared to booking the ticket yourself - Book Now!
