Sample China Tours Including Shanghai

Experience the best of China with our Shanghai tours, featuring carefully designed itineraries that highlight the city’s iconic skyline, historic Bund, and serene Yu Garden. These sample tours offer a perfect mix of modern attractions, cultural experiences, and hidden gems, providing travelers with a seamless, engaging, and memorable journey through one of China’s most vibrant and dynamic cities.

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  • zhujiajiao Ancient Water town

    Cultural Shanghai Zhujiajiao Water Town Day Tour

    Shanghai
    • Explore Zhujiajiao’s ancient bridges, cobblestone streets, and local tea houses while soaking in its peaceful canals and traditional charm.

    • Enjoy a peaceful hand-poled gondola ride through scenic canals, passing charming old houses, arched bridges, and quiet waterside alleys.

    • Savor authentic local dishes in a traditional water town setting.

    1 day

  • shanghai yu garden

    Shanghai Day Tour with Heritage Sites & Huangpu River Cruise

    Shanghai
    • Take a leisurely stroll through Yu Garden, experiencing its serene ponds, elegant pavilions, and classical Chinese architecture.

    • Explore Shanghai’s Old Town, wandering through historic streets and alleys while uncovering its vibrant cultural heritage.

    • Visit the peaceful Jade Buddha Temple, a revered spiritual landmark renowned for its exquisite jade statues and tranquil atmosphere.

    • Relax on a scenic Huangpu River Cruise, taking in the iconic Bund and Shanghai’s dazzling skyline.

    1 day

  • China Top City Tour

    China Top City Tour: Beijing Xian Zhangjiajie Guilin Shanghai

    Beijing – Xian – Zhangjiajie – Guilin – Shanghai
    • Walk the majestic Mutianyu Great Wall, admiring its ancient watchtowers and sweeping scenic views across lush green mountains and rolling hills.

    • Explore the vast courtyards and grand halls of Beijing's Forbidden City, once the exclusive home of China’s Ming and Qing dynasty emperors.

    • Witness the awe-inspiring ranks of the life-sized Terracotta Warriors, an ancient army crafted to guard Emperor Qin's underground tomb for eternity.

    • Cruise down the serene Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo, drifting past stunning, mist-shrouded karst mountains and picturesque rural landscapes.

    • Walk the thrilling Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge, a transparent pathway suspended high above a dramatic canyon with breathtaking, vertigo-inducing views.

    • Ride the world's longest cable car up Tianmen Mountain and then stroll its dizzying cliffside plank roads for unforgettable panoramic vistas.

    • Experience a Huangpu River night cruise, gliding past Shanghai's glittering skyline as illuminated skyscrapers and historic Bund buildings create a breathtaking, picture-perfect panorama of the city’s modern vibrancy.

    13 days

  • Lhasa

    Beijing, Lhasa to Shanghai: A Journey Through Timeless China

    Beijing – Xian – Lhasa – Chengdu – Shanghai
    • Visit Tiananmen Square, then explore the Forbidden City’s imperial grandeur, witnessing centuries of Chinese history and magnificent architecture.

    • Hike the Mutianyu Great Wall, enjoy a scenic cable car ride, and take in panoramic views of surrounding mountains.

    • Delight in a Xian dumpling feast, followed by an engaging Tang Dynasty performance showcasing music, dance, and traditional costumes.

    • Marvel at the Terracotta Warriors, learning fascinating stories and historical insights about Emperor Qin’s army and ancient China..

    • Explore the iconic Potala Palace in Lhasa, once the home of the Dalai Lamas, rich in art and history.

    • Visit the Giant Panda Base during morning feeding time, watching these adorable creatures eat, play, and interact naturally.

    • Watch a captivating Sichuan Opera performance, famous for dramatic face-changing, colorful costumes, and enthralling theatrical storytelling techniques.

    • Wander through Yu Garden’s classical landscapes, then explore Tianzifang’s creative lanes filled with boutiques, cafes, and vibrant local culture.

    13 days

  • Yangtze River Cruise

    China Tour from Beijing: Xian Guilin Yangtze Cruise Shanghai

    beijing – Xian – Guilin – Yangtze River Cruise – Shanghai
    • Visit Beijing’s Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the imperial gardens of the Summer Palace.

    • Hike the scenic Mutianyu Great Wall with stunning mountain views and fewer tourist crowds.

    • Explore Xian’s Terracotta Army, an awe-inspiring underground army of ancient life-sized warriors.

    • Bike or walk on Xian’s Ancient City Wall and enjoy panoramic city views.

    • Cruise the Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo through dreamy karst mountain landscapes.

    • Discover Yangshuo’s countryside by bike or scooter, passing rice fields and riverside villages.

    • Tour Guilin’s iconic Elephant Trunk Hill and the colorful Reed Flute Cave.

    • Sail through the majestic Three Gorges on a relaxing Yangtze River cruise.

    • Take in panoramic views from Shanghai Tower and stroll along the famous Bund.

    13 days

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