3-Day Shanghai Tour

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Duration 3 Days
Route Shanghai
Entry City Shanghai
Exit City Shanghai

Overview

This 3-day Shanghai tour introduces the city’s essential contrasts in a flexible private format. See the Pudong skyline from Shanghai Tower, explore Yu Garden and a major museum collection, then walk Nanjing Road and the Bund with guided context and practical transfers.

Your Route Map

English illustrated route map for the 3-Day Shanghai Tour
A three-day Shanghai city stay with arrival, the Bund, Pudong skyline, Yu Garden, French Concession and departure. Select the map to view the full-size image. Illustrated route; not to scale.

Route at a glance

Shanghai

Who this tour suits

First-time visitors who want Shanghai’s defining skyline, heritage architecture, gardens and museums in a concise private itinerary.

Daily Itinerary

Arrival in Shanghai, Day 1 of 3-Day Shanghai Tour
Arrival in Shanghai, Day 1 of 3-Day Shanghai Tour. Photo by Windtrain, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Welcome to Shanghai. Your guide and driver will meet you at Pudong or Hongqiao airport, or at the railway station, and transfer you to the selected downtown hotel. The rest of the day is free for rest or an independent walk near the hotel.

Shanghai City Tour, Day 2 of 3-Day Shanghai Tour
Shanghai City Tour, Day 2 of 3-Day Shanghai Tour. Photo by Lop Nur, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Explore Shanghai's blend of traditional gardens, historic waterfront architecture and contemporary skyline. Begin in Lujiazui with views from the Shanghai Tower observation level, then visit a major Shanghai museum collection and Yu Garden. Continue along Nanjing Road and finish at the Bund for classic views across the Huangpu River. Attraction order may be adjusted around museum and garden closing days.

Shanghai Departure, Day 3 of 3-Day Shanghai Tour
Shanghai Departure, Day 3 of 3-Day Shanghai Tour. Photo by 4wallz, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

After breakfast and hotel check-out, enjoy free time according to your departure schedule. Your driver will transfer you to Pudong or Hongqiao airport, or to the appropriate railway station, for your onward journey.

What's Included & Excluded

What is included in this tour

Private or group transport

Air-conditioned vehicle and transfers listed in the confirmed itinerary.

English-speaking service

Professional English-speaking guide service as specified in the quotation.

Accommodation

Selected hotels with breakfast when included in the confirmed proposal.

Sightseeing

Entrance tickets and activities specifically marked as included.
What is Not Included in this tour

International transport

International flights and transport to the tour starting point unless stated otherwise.

Personal expenses

Laundry, minibar, optional activities and other personal purchases.

Insurance and visas

Travel insurance, China visa fees and permit costs unless explicitly included.

Unlisted meals

Meals, drinks and gratuities not shown in the confirmed inclusion list.

Frequently Asked Questions

The format shown in the tour title applies. Private departures can be adjusted, while small-group departures follow the confirmed group schedule.

Private tours can usually be adjusted for pace, hotel level and special interests. Transport and attraction availability are reconfirmed before booking.

Bring a valid passport, comfortable walking shoes and season-appropriate clothing. We will advise on any permits or weather-specific equipment.

Final hotel and meal inclusions depend on the confirmed quotation. Your written proposal will list every included service before payment.

The daily plan includes Shanghai City Tour. Tell us if you need shorter walks, step-free access or more rest breaks. Before booking, we will check vehicle access, steps and standing time for the visits you choose.

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