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3 Days Classic Shanghai Discovery Tour

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2025-12-06

此路不通，十二月的雾气与你的嗅觉般
半是暧昧，半是冲动
转道羊肠，悬崖迂回
野朴的村道无人看管
路有山蒿丛生
枝节上满缀露水

——摘自红茶诗集

3 Days Classic Shanghai Discovery Tour

Old-meets-New Shanghai · Culture · Skyline · Heritage & Modernity

TOUR OVERVIEW

This 3-day Classic Shanghai tour is designed for travelers who want to experience the full spectrum of what Shanghai has to offer — from elegant classical gardens and historical old-town charm, to dazzling skyscrapers and modern city life.

You will stroll through serene Ming-dynasty gardens, wander historic lanes, enjoy world-class museum collections, savor vibrant shopping streets, walk along iconic riverside promenades, and ascend to panoramic city views. This journey reveals Shanghai’s dynamic transformation — from ancient water-town roots to globalized metropolis — in only three days.

It’s ideal for first-time visitors, short-stay travelers, couples, small groups, or anyone who wants a compact but deeply immersive Shanghai experience.

PART I — FAST FACTS & PRICE GRID

Fast Facts

Item	Details
Duration	3 days / 2 nights
Recommended Group Size	2–20 guests (private tour or small group)
Guide Language	English-speaking guide (other languages on request)
Accommodation	3★ / 4★ / 5★ downtown hotel (twin share)
Meals	Daily breakfast + 1 lunch (on full city-tour day)
Transportation	Private air-conditioned vehicle (airport pick-up / drop-off & city transfers)
Travel Style	Culture · Heritage · Architecture · Urban Skyline · City Walk
Start / End	Start in Shanghai · End in Shanghai

Suggested Price Guide (Per Person, USD)

Group Size	Standard Class (3★/4★)	Luxury Class (5★) / Private Upgrade
2 Persons	$520 – $620	$680 – $780
3–5 Persons	$420 – $500	$580 – $650
6–9 Persons	$360 – $420	$500 – $580
10+ Persons	Inquire for Group Rate	Inquire for Group Rate

Actual price will depend on travel dates, hotel standard, group size, and any optional upgrades (single room, private car, additional services).

PART II — DETAILED ITINERARY

DAY 1

Arrival in Shanghai · Welcome & Free Evening

Meals—

HotelShanghai 3★ / 4★ / 5★ (twin share)

Route：Arrival → Private transfer → Downtown hotel check-in

Highlights：Smooth airport/train arrival, relaxed welcome, flexible evening

Details：Meet your English-speaking guide at the arrival hall (airport or train station), private transfer to your downtown hotel. The evening is free — ideal to rest or take a gentle walk near hotel, grab dinner, or explore nearby streets at your own pace.

DAY 2

Shanghai Classic Highlights: Culture, History & Skyline

Meals：Breakfast + Lunch

Hotel：Shanghai 3★ / 4★ / 5★ (twin share)

Route：Shanghai Museum → Yu Garden & Yuyuan Old Town → Nanjing Road → The Bund → Pudong Skyscrapers → Shanghai Tower Observatory

Highlights：Chinese art & artifacts · Classical garden · Old-town bazaar · Historic shopping street · Iconic Bund & riverside view · Panoramic skyline from skyscraper

Details：

Morning — Cultural Deep Dive: Visit Shanghai Museum, home to 120,000+ artifacts spanning 5,000 years of Chinese history — from ancient bronzes to ceramics, calligraphy, jade, furniture, paintings and more. A perfect start to understand China’s long heritage.

Midday — Traditional Shanghai: Continue to Yu Garden, the most celebrated classical Chinese garden downtown — enjoy its pavilions, rockeries, lotus ponds, carved stonework and elegant design. Then wander through the neighboring Yuyuan Old Town / Bazaar, full of local snacks, traditional crafts, and lively old-street atmosphere — try local snacks like soup-dumplings, shengjian (pan-fried buns), wontons, or pick up souvenirs.

Afternoon — City Pulse & Skyline Contrast: Walk down Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, Shanghai’s most famous commercial street — shop, people-watch, soak in the urban vibe. From there stroll to The Bund, the historic waterfront promenade lined with 20th-century colonial buildings — a vivid contrast to the futuristic skyline across the Huangpu River. Then transfer to Pudong / Lujiazui, Shanghai’s modern financial district. Ascend Shanghai Tower (or other rooftop option) to the observatory for a 360° panoramic view of the city and the river, offering a stunning bird’s-eye perspective.

Evening (Optional): Recommend a Huangpu River Cruise under night lights, or enjoy a fancy dinner at a high-rise restaurant overlooking the skyline (upgrade optional).

DAY 3

Historic Lanes & French Concession · Departure

Meals：Breakfast

Hotel：— (unless you request additional nights)

Route：Wukang Road / French Concession Walk → Xintiandi / Shikumen Lanes → Hotel Checkout → Airport / Station Drop-off

Highlights：Historic residential architecture · Tree-lined lanes · Local lifestyle ambience · Last stroll or shopping before departure

Detail：

After breakfast, enjoy a tranquil walk through the historic Wukang Road and surrounding French Concession area — admire early 20th-century buildings, plane-tree-lined streets, and elegant old-Shanghai residential villas. Then continue to Xintiandi / old-lane (Shikumen) area, a charming blend of preserved old-town alleyways and contemporary boutiques, cafés, and relaxed atmosphere — perfect for coffee, souvenir shopping, or just relaxing before departure. Afterward, your guide and driver will transfer you to Shanghai Pudong/Hongqiao airport or train station based on your onward schedule. End of services.

PART III — WHAT'S INCLUDED & EXCLUDED

PRICE INCLUDES

Licensed English-speaking guide for entire tou

Private air-conditioned vehicle for airport/train pick-up + all transfers

2 nights accommodation (twin-share) in selected 3★/4★/5★ downtown hotels

Daily hotel breakfast + 1 lunch (on Day 2)

Entrance fees: Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, Shanghai Tower (or chosen observatory)

Bottled water daily during tours

Service fees and local coordination

PRICE EXCLUDES

❎ International / domestic flights or trains to/from Shanghai

❎ Visa fees to China

❎ Dinners, optional meals, drinks, snacks outside included meals

❎ Optional activities (night cruise, show, shopping, etc.)

❎ Personal expenses (shopping, drinks, laundry, tips, etc.)

❎ Single-room supplement (for solo travelers or single rooms)

❎ Upgrades: luxury hotel, private services beyond standard

PART IV — REMARKS & NOTES

➡ Hotels are subject to availability. If standard hotel is full, we will offer a similar hotel at the same or higher class.

➡ Itinerary may adjust slightly depending on opening hours, traffic, or your flight/train schedule.

➡ Comfortable walking shoes recommended, especially for old town & city walk parts.

➡ Ideal for first-time visitors, short-stay guests, solo travelers, or couples wanting a full Shanghai experience in limited time.

➡ Optional add-ons available: night cruise, rooftop dinner, photography tour, extension to nearby water towns (e.g. Zhujiajiao) or nearby cities (e.g. Suzhou, Hangzhou) — we can quote on demand.

PART V — CONTACT & BOOKING INFORMATION

Contact: LILY ｜ 📧 469300090@qq.com ｜ 📱 +86 138 1601 9007

Supplier: Shanghai Ningtian International Travel Service Co., Ltd.

How to Book: Please provide your travel date, number of travellers, arrival details (flight/train, airport/station), hotel requirement (twin / single / upgrade), and any special requests (children in group, dietary requirements, mobility support). We will reply within 24 hours with a detailed quote and confirmation.

私人空调车辆

Luxury Mercedes-Benz 9-seater

The all-new luxury Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with 12–16 seats is equipped with: executive desk, secretary desk, karaoke machine, Wi-Fi, TV, 220V power outlets, USB ports for mobile devices, airline-style massage seats, and a sofa bed — ensuring your journey is more comfortable and cozy.