Best of Shanghai: Private Full-Day City Tour

Hotel Pick-up, Transfer to Yuyuan Garden
Your private IslamiChina Travel guide will greet you with a clear sign in your hotel lobby (or designated meeting point) at the scheduled time. Transfer to Yuyuan Garden in a comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle.

Visit Yuyuan Garden & Shopping at Chenghuangmiao Market
Nestled in the heart of Shanghai’s Old City, Yuyuan Garden is a masterpiece of classical Chinese landscaping. Built in 1577, this enchanting oasis features intricate pavilions, winding corridors, and serene ponds adorned with colorful koi. Encircled by a sinuous dragon wall, the garden spans over 20,000 square meters yet feels expansive, accommodating 30 distinct pavilions. Just outside Yuyuan Garden lies Chenghuangmiao, a bustling temple complex showcasing traditional Chinese architecture. Visitors can explore numerous shops, savor local cuisine, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of this popular destination.

Enjoy a bird’s-eye-view of Shanghai from Oriental Pearl Tower
Rising 468 meters above the banks of the Huangpu River in the heart of Lujiazui, the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower stands as one of Shanghai’s most recognizable symbols, seamlessly blending futuristic architecture with classical cultural inspiration. Completed in 1994, its distinctive structure of 11 interconnected spheres resting on massive incline pillars evokes the poetic image of “large and small pearls dropping onto a plate of jade,” a reference to a famed Tang Dynasty poem. Beyond its function as a TV and radio broadcast tower, this multi-level landmark features observation decks with 360-degree glass skywalks, a revolving restaurant suspended 267 meters in the air, and the captivating Shanghai History Museum at its base, offering visitors spectacular views across the Bund and the sprawling skyline.

Lunch at a halal restaurant, Salat at Xiaotaoyuan Mosque

Stroll along the Bund
The Bund is Shanghai’s iconic waterfront promenade, stretching for 1.6 kilometers along the Huangpu River. Once a muddy riverbank, it transformed into a symbol of colonial power and wealth after the Opium War. Foreign banks and trading houses erected imposing Western-style buildings, turning Shanghai into a thriving metropolis by the 1930s. Today, these architectural gems, including the former British Consulate, Customs House, HSBC Building, Shanghai Club (now Waldorf Astoria), and Peace Hotel, stand as timeless testaments to the city’s glamorous past.

Nanjing Road Shopping
Nanjing Road, a bustling 3.4-mile-long thoroughfare, is Shanghai’s premier shopping destination and one of the world’s busiest commercial streets. Its origins trace back to the mid-19th century when Shanghai was forced to open as a trading port following the Opium War. As a hub for imported goods, Nanjing Road emerged as the city’s first shopping district. Over time, it has evolved into a dynamic retail landscape, featuring a pedestrian arcade at its eastern end. Today, the street is a vibrant mix of international brands, local retailers, and global fast-food chains, offering shoppers a diverse and exciting experience.

Transfer Back to Your Hotel
Your private guide and driver will transfer you back to your hotel after visiting Nanjing Road.