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Shanghai, located on the estuary of the Yangtze River is the focal point of the "New China". Shanghai, known throughout the world as the "Paris of the Orient", is famous for its prosperity, transportation facilities and the seamless melding of western and eastern cultures. This cosmopolitan metropolis annually attracts millions of visitors from throughout China and across the globe for its historic relics as well as its modern lifestyle.
- Take a stroll down the historic Bund and the bustling Nanjing Street to admire one of the world's finest architectural collections and visit one of the best shopping streets in China.
- Visit the old part of Shanghai and visit the beautiful Yuyuan Garden and surrounding Yuyuan Market where visitors can get a glimpse into the local's daily life.
- Climb up Shanghai's Oriental Pearl Tower or Jinmao Tower and get a bird's eye view of this historic city.
- Be overwhelmed by one of the best museums in China, the Shanghai Museum.
- Admire the exquisite milk-white jade Buddha at the historic Jade
Buddha Temple, a spiritual oasis in the midst of a modern metropolis. - Be awed at the artistry of the Shanghai Acrobatics Show, one of China's best.
- Visit the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao, the Venice of the east filled
with Ming and Qing Dynasty architectural treasures. - Visit the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall and see how
Shanghai evolved from a simple fishing village to the cosmopolitan
metropolis it is today - Take a ride on the Maglev Train, the first commercial high
speed Maglev train in the world. - Savor world-class cuisine and then hit the dance floor at some
of Asia' s most stylish and cutting-edge restaurants and nightclubs.
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Are you planning to travel to Shanghai? China Odyssey Tours provide all kinds of tours in Shanghai. We provide both pre-designed city tour packages and flexible customized tours.
Shanghai City Tours:
COT-SHT-N01 1 Nights & 2 Days Classic Shanghai City Tour
COT-SHT-N03 2 Nights & 3 Days Shanghai Contrast Tour
COT-SHT-N10 2 Nights & 3 Days Shanghai Family Tour
COT-SHT-N05 3 Nights & 4 Days Best of Shanghai Tour with Zhujiajiao Water Town

A whirlwind tour of Shanghai is far from ideal. Short China tours from Shanghai allow travelers for some relaxed hiking up the Mt. Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), strolling in the Suzhou classic gardens and sightseeing in Hangzhou, Nanjing as well as the ancient water towns.
Selected tours around Shanghai:
Huangshan Mountain - Visit the most beautiful mountain and the most
picturesque ancient villages in China.
COT-SHT-N21 4 Nights & 5 Days Historic Shanghai Tour with Extension to Huangshan
Water Towns - Visit the Venice of the East where time has stood still.
COT-SHT-N17 4 Nights & 5 Days Shanghai Water Town Tour
Suzhou - Visit Suzhou's classic gardens and feel like you have stepped into a living fairy tale.
COT-SHT-N04 4 Days Modern Shanghai Tour with Extension to Suzhou
COT-SHT-N09 3 Nights & 4 Days Leisure Shanghai Tour with Extension to Suzhou
Hangzhou - Visit the spectacular West Lake and drink Hangzhou's world famous Dragon Well Tea.
COT-SHT-N20 4 Nights & 5 Days Exciting Shanghai Tour with Extension to Hangzhou
Nanjing - Visit one of China's 6 ancient capitals, and witness the blending of ancient and modern cultures.
COT-SHT-N22 4 Nights & 5 Days Shanghai Historic Tour with Extension to Nanjing
A fantastic place for international flights to enter or leave China, Shanghai is the perfect location to begin a tour of China. Often referred to as the Paris of the East, Shanghai is a cosmopolitan metropolis that seamlessly blends Western and Chinese cultures into an interesting cultural melting pot. Shanghai is a transportation hub that conveniently allows visitors to travel further into China. There are many famous cities throughout China that can be conveniently visited from Shanghai. Many of these cities should not be missed when visiting China.
How to Book a Shanghai Tour
China Odyssey Tours provide "private tours" in Shanghai and othe cities all over China. We will design your trip according to your needs and budget. During the tour, you will have a knowledgeable local guide, a licensed driver and a comfortable vehicle at your service.
Easy steps for how to book a private Shanghai tour:
- Send us a confirmation email informing us you agree to your itinerary and price.
- Pay a deposit of 2,000RMB per person.
- Once we receive your deposit, we will make all the reservations according to your itinerary
- If you are ready to book a China Tour now, please send us an inquiry using our online inquiry form. This is not a commitment and costs no money.
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