With our Luxury China Tour series, you may set off on a 5-day vacation filled with customized experiences and special tours throughout China.
Day 1: Prosperity and Age-Old Charm Unveiled
* Itinerary:
- Morning: Yu Garden
* Stroll around the lovely gardens. There will be meandering roads and old stone bridges all around you. You can sense the distinct beauty of ancient Shanghai here. (Allocate two or three hours for the tour)
* Indulge in lunch at one of the restaurants or tea houses located within the garden to experience the customs of traditional tea culture. - Afternoon: City God Temple
* Visit City God Temple, one of Shanghai’s most well-known historic temples, to learn about the temple culture. - Afternoon to Evening: The Bund
* Enjoy the lively ambiance of the Bund in the afternoon while taking in the picturesque vistas by day or night. Admire the architectural landscape on both sides of the Huangpu River as you stroll along the Bund and stop at some of the area’s unique stores.
* Itinerary:
- Morning: Shanghai Museum of Contemporary Art
* Visit the Shanghai Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), one of the city’s most important centers of modern art.
*Enjoy modern works of art created by regional and international artists. MOCA offers a variety of viewpoints on modern culture.
*The museum has a well-run art store that offers fine paintings, design accessories, and art literature. There’s also a café for relaxation in the midst of admiring art. (Opening times: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Tuesday through Sunday) - Afternoon: Xintiandi
* In this energetic region, discover unique boutique shops, indulge in photography, partake in cultural and creative activities, and explore international cuisines. In Shanghai’s Luwan District, Xintiandi is a chic business district that combines dining, shopping, entertainment, and cultural activities.
* Itinerary:
- Morning: Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, People’s Square, and Shanghai Museum
*Explore the extensive collection of historical and cultural objects at the Shanghai Museum. (The store is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Mondays excluded, excepting public holidays.)
* Visit neighboring sites like the Peace Hotel, Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, and People’s Square. - Afternoon: Tianzifang & Jing’an Temple
*Discover Shanghai’s Jing’an Temple, a historically significant Buddhist landmark that dates back to 247 AD.
* Proceed to Tianzifang’s art galleries and alleyways after seeing Jing’an Temple. Wander through the neighboring Tianzifang alleyways and distinctive stores.
* Relax in Tianzifang’s old street area while taking in the peaceful atmosphere at a café or tea house. - Evening: Huangpu River, Lujiazui, Oriental Pearl Tower
*Explore Lujiazui, visit the Oriental Pearl Tower, and go on a Huangpu River Night Cruise close to the Bund.
* Itinerary:
- Morning: Stroll around Yuyuan, Wukang, and Anfu roads
* Take a tour of Yuyuan Road, where historically significant garden homes show off the city’s contemporary urban growth.
* Explore historical artifacts and take in distinctive modest Western-style buildings in Shanghai by visiting the Wukang Building, which used to house the Italian Consulate in Shanghai, Soong Ching Ling’s former residence, the Wukang Building Post Office, and the home of renowned author Ba Jin. You can visit a lot of coffee cafes and boutiques selling small-brand fragrance products along the route.
* Literary and art exhibitions, as well as cultural events, are often held at Experience the Literary and Art Center on Wukang Road. Visit Yueyang Road to take in the relaxed vibe. It’s a literary-heavy boulevard with lots of independent bookshops and artwork.
*Go to Yueyang Road to take in the relaxed vibe. With its abundance of independent bookshops, small art spaces, and art galleries, it’s a street with a literary vibe.
*Explore Anfu Road Food Street by taking a stroll down Anfu Road. There are many different international and regional cuisines available. - Afternoon: Xujiahui & Sinan Road
* Go to Xujiahui to see the Xujiahui Academy and the Xujiahui Catholic Church.
* Discover the Sinan Bookstore and Sinan Mansions while strolling down Sinan Road.
* Itinerary:
- Morning: Shanghai Wild Animal Park
*Get up close and personal with creatures from various areas, such the Australian grasslands and the African savannah. Families and animal lovers will find the park to be a great option because it has an open zoo and animal entertainment. - Afternoon: Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
*Explore historic lanes, take in the town’s rich past, and take in the stunning surroundings of this southern water town. A historic water town in Shanghai’s Qingpu District, Zhujiajiao is referred to as the “Pearl of the South.” Zhujiajiao, which has preserved many historic structures from the Ming and Qing eras, exemplifies the distinct architectural style of water towns. - Evening: Qingxi Rural Recreation Area
*If you enjoy being outside, you should think about going for a stroll in Qingxi Countryside Park, which has lovely natural scenery and leisurely walking trails. Countryside parks, which are typically found outside of cities, provide a wealth of diverse natural environments, such as lakes, meadows, and forests. These parks offer a peaceful setting apart from the bustle of the city.
- Daytime: One-day tour to Shanghai Disney Resort
*The first Disney resort in China is called Shanghai Disney Resort, and it’s situated in Chuansha New Town, Pudong New Area, Shanghai. The resort became the first Disney resort in mainland China when it opened for business on June 16, 2016. Below is the recommended amusement facility
Tips:
- The Adventure Isle’s “Flight of Fantasy” line is expected to wait 120 minutes.
- Tomorrowland’s “TRON Light Cycle Power Run” will make its world premiere; expect a 60-minute wait.
- Treasure Cove in “Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure” – World premiere; roughly thirty minutes in line
- The wait time for “Tarzan: Call of the Jungle” at Fantasy Land Castle is roughly ten minutes.
- Specifically created for Shanghai Disney, “Alice’s Wonderland Maze” (Fantasy Land) has a wait period of roughly five minutes.
- “Mickey’s Storybook Express” (Gardens of Imagination): Get a good spot; there’s no need to wait in line.
- The Adventure Isle line for “Roaring Rapids” takes about 120 minutes.
