Discover the best of Shanghai on a private tour that takes you to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, Shanghai Zoo, and Longhua Temple. Explore the ancient water town, get up close with rare animals, and visit the oldest temple in the city.
Discover the best of Shanghai on a private tour that takes you to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, Shanghai Zoo, and Longhua Temple. Explore the ancient water town, get up close with rare animals, and visit the oldest temple in the city.
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Longhua Temple - The tour guide will meet the group at the hotel at 09:00 a.m. and then proceed to Longhua Temple to begin the highlight tour.
Longhua Temple is the oldest temple in Shanghai, boasting a rich history of over 1,700 years. Visitors are often amazed by the city’s blend of modern architecture and historical sites. In addition to its…
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Longhua Temple - The tour guide will meet the group at the hotel at 09:00 a.m. and then proceed to Longhua Temple to begin the highlight tour.
Longhua Temple is the oldest temple in Shanghai, boasting a rich history of over 1,700 years. Visitors are often amazed by the city’s blend of modern architecture and historical sites. In addition to its historical significance, Longhua Temple is the largest temple in Shanghai, covering an area of over 20,000 square meters (five acres), with the architectural area being about 5,000 square meters (1.2 acres). The entire courtyard is constructed in the traditional Buddhist symmetrical style, aligning with the Chinese aesthetic principles.
Following this, the group will transfer to Shanghai Zoo to observe the charming Giant Pandas up close.
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Shanghai Zoo (Shanghai Dongwu Yuan) - Shanghai Zoo is a large-scale, state-level zoo featuring more than 400 species of animals, including giant pandas, golden monkeys, South China tigers, Manchurian tigers, Yangtze alligators, and elks, as well as animals from around the world such as giraffes, kangaroos, penguins, hippopotamuses, and sea lions.
Visitors will have the opportunity to see the giant pandas and gain some general knowledge about animals. The giant panda area is fan-shaped, featuring both an indoor exhibition space and an outdoor playground, allowing visitors to observe the pandas’ every move.
Based on preferences, the guide will suggest a dining spot, which could range from a quaint local eatery to a fine dining restaurant.
In the afternoon, the group will transfer to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town to admire its scenic waterways, traditional houses, and numerous stone bridges.
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Zhujiajiao Ancient Town - Known as the ‘Venice of Shanghai,’ Zhujiajiao is the best-preserved of the four ancient water towns in the Shanghai region. With a history spanning over 1,700 years, Zhujiajiao is filled with charming canals and waterways, narrow alleys, picturesque bridges, and ancient buildings, many dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties.
The ideal way to explore Zhujiajiao is on foot and by boat. The group will enjoy a leisurely boat tour through 1,700 years of history in this enchanting water town. They will visit landmarks such as Kezhi Garden, the Qing-period post office, the City God Temple, and Yuanjin Temple. The Zhujiajiao post office is the oldest in east China and the only well-preserved Qing dynasty post office in the region.
Afterwards, enjoy a comfortable transfer back to the hotel. Cherish the memories and bid farewell at the hotel.

- Knowledgeable tour guide
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Entrance fee of the indicated attractions
- Knowledgeable tour guide
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Entrance fee of the indicated attractions
- Meals
- Meals
Discover Shanghai with a personal guide on this exclusive tour, featuring Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and the city’s top highlights. Begin with a convenient hotel pickup, then visit Longhua Temple, the oldest temple in Shanghai, and observe charming rare animals like pandas at the Shanghai Zoo. In the afternoon, head to Zhujiajiao to explore the ancient…
Discover Shanghai with a personal guide on this exclusive tour, featuring Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and the city’s top highlights. Begin with a convenient hotel pickup, then visit Longhua Temple, the oldest temple in Shanghai, and observe charming rare animals like pandas at the Shanghai Zoo. In the afternoon, head to Zhujiajiao to explore the ancient water town by boat and on foot, taking in its scenic waterways, traditional architecture, and numerous stone bridges. Based on your preferences, your guide will suggest some delicious local dishes to try.
✔ Explore one of the best-preserved water towns - Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
✔ Observe charming rare animals and gain some general knowledge about them
✔ Visit Shanghai’s oldest temple - Longhua Temple
✔ Maximize your time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.