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Best Day Trips from Shanghai

Bund skyline at night, dumpling houses at noon, lane neighborhoods that feel a century back. Curated day-trip ideas from Shanghai — sights you can comfortably see and return for dinner. All bookable through Viator.

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Suzhou Garden
8h to 9h

Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option

Enjoy a fully guided private day trip to famed “Oriental Venice ” Suzhou under the lead of your personal expert guide with fully customizable itinerary.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $193 a person
Suzhou Garden
8h to 9h

Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train with All Inclusive Option

Discover the beautiful city Suzhou on a full-day sightseeing tour from Shanghai.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $220 a person
7h to 8h

Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights

This great 8-hour Shanghai city tour takes you to discover the must see sites in Shanghai from its old and modern perspectives, from its colonial Bund riverside to the modern...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $115 a person
Canalboat floating through Zhouzhuang Water Village in Suzhou, China.
10h

Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Day Trip from Shanghai

Visit two picturesque Chinese towns, Suzhou and Zhouzhuang on a day trip from Shanghai.

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From $135 a person
Zhujiajiao Water Town
8h

Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Private Day Tour

Discover Shanghai’s most incredible city attractions and beautiful Zhujiajiao Water Town during this wonderful private day tour.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $246 a person
the great wall
11h

Shanghai: Southern Great Wall Day Trip by Bullet Train

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the Jiangnan Great Wall (Southern Great Wall) in Linhai, Zhejiang—a historic gem near Shanghai.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $399 a person
Water Village
1 to 8 hrs

Private Round Trip Transfer to Zhujiajiao Water Town from Shanghai

Enjoy door-to-door service in a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your hotel or residential area in Shanghai to the famous Zhujiajiao Water...

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From $68 a person
Hangzhou Meijiawu tea plantation
10h to 12h

Hangzhou Private Customized Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

Take this full day private excursion to visit the dream-like city Hangzhou ,tour Hangzhou's top attractions including the West Lake and famous Longjin Tea Farm, the amazing...

  • 5.0★ · 99 reviews
  • Private tour
From $275 a person
Yuyuan Garden (Yu Garden)
4h 50m

Shanghai Half Day Morning or Afternoon Sightseeing Tour

Got only half a day to explore Shanghai?

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From $53 a person
Yuyuan Historic Garden
8h

Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights

If you have very limited time in Shanghai, and want to go home with a great understanding of Shanghai, its people, history and culture, then this private day tour is perfect for...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $109 a person
Lingering garden in Suzhou
8h to 9h

Flexible Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

This private flexible Suzhou day tour from Shanghai allows you to explore the remarkable sites in Suzhou with your own local expert guide, the winding canals, historical...

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From $198 a person
Xitang Ancient Town
9h to 10h

Wuzhen and Xitang Water Town Private Full Day Trip from Shanghai with Lunch and Dinner

Discover beautiful Wuzhen and Xitang water town on a private full day trip from Shanghai.

  • 5.0★ · 69 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $284 a person
4h to 5h

4-Hour Private Shanghai City Tour with Old and New Highlights

Discover the beauty of Shanghai from its history, culture, modern and ancient perspectives during this 4-hour ultimate private tour experience.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $93 a person
Tongli Water Town
9h

Private Suzhou and Tongli Water Village Day Trip from Shanghai

Explore beautiful Suzhou and the famous water village Tongli in this private day trip from Shanghai.

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From $238 a person
Zhouzhuang Water Town
10h to 12h

Private Round Trip Transfer to Suzhou & Zhouzhuang from Shanghai

This self-guided day trip offers your a comfortable private transfer service between Shanghai and Suzhou plus Zhouzhuang water village.

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From $108 a person
10h

Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by High-speed Train

Enjoy a comfortable and efficient day trip from Shanghai to Suzhou by high-speed train.

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From $20 a person
10h to 12h

LUXURY Bullet Train Ride: Private Hangzhou Day Trip From Shanghai

Escape the vibrant energy of Shanghai and enjoy a refined, stress-free journey to Hangzhou, where every detail is thoughtfully arranged for you.

  • 4.9★ · 56 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $234 a person
Yuyuan garden
8h

Private Amazing Shanghai City Day Tour in Your Way

Make the most of a day in Shanghai with this private customized highlights tour.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $135 a person
8h

Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Shanghai

Delve beneath Shanghai's glitzy modern surface to discover the city's heritage and culture on this 8-hour private tour.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $99 a person
9h

From Shanghai: Suzhou & Tongli Water Town Private Day Trip

This full-day tour takes you to visit one water town - Tongli Water Town in Suzhou, one of the most fabulous water town in China.

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From $184 a person
Yu Garden
9h

Shanghai Top 5 Highlights All Inclusive Private Day Tour

This full day non-factory shopping private tour will immerse you into Shanghai’s top 5 highlights, such as Yu Garden and Bazaar and Jade Buddha Temple, and Shanghai Tower, the...

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From $188 a person
Yu Garden
4h to 8h

Shanghai Private Guided Tour – Half Day or Full Day Sightseeing

Enjoy a 4- or 8-hour private tour with a professional tour guide and a private vehicle to "can't miss" highlights of Shanghai.

  • 4.9★ · 52 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $120 a person
10h

Hangzhou Private Customized Day Trip from SH by Bullet Train

Take this full day private excursion to visit the dream-like city Hangzhou ,tour Hangzhou's top attractions including the West Lake and famous Longjin Tea Farm, the amazing...

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $248 a person
Hangzhou - Heaven on Earth Day Trip from Shanghai
10h

Hangzhou: Heaven on Earth Day Trip from Shanghai including West Lake Cruise

Travel to Hangzhou, a city rich in culture, history and scenery, on a day trip from Shanghai.

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From $169 a person