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Shanghai Day Trips & Excursions

Day Trips & Excursions in Shanghai

Shanghai is a very popular destination not only for tourists in the world – class country, China. The city is known for its diverse weather conditions and its welcoming and incredibly friendly locals. While the city’s main attractions shouldn’t be missed at all, the lots of locations outside the city should also not be missed. To make this happen, we have a list of all the best day trips from Shanghai which will take you to the best locations that are not far from the city border. Some of these locations include Thames Town, Xitang, Jiaxing, Anji Bamboo Forest, Putuoshan, Shanghai Film Studios, Nanxiang and Xianghai Temple. Some of the daytrips come in specific packages of Multi-days trips from Shanghai designed to take you out for days out of the city border amidst proper care, transportation and accommodation, Shanghai day trips by train to make you have an awesome sightseeing experience on the railway, and Shanghai wine tasting day trips for better exploration of the Chinese wines and teas.

There are many activities you must do on your vacation if you really want to enjoy it, one of which includes exploring the shoreline beauty of this world – class city on Shanghai shoreline excursions. It is so suitable for families and it is one of the numerous outdoor activities in Shanghai that you shouldn’t miss during your vacation, including Shanghai night tours consisting of amazing nightlife activities for travelers. Another beautiful activity you shouldn’t miss in Shanghai is knowing more about the locals’ Chinese culture embedded in Shanghai cultural and theme tours that will capture for you their cultural activities in dressing, music, language, dance, way of communication, festivals and others.

TripIndicator has done the most for travelers by comparing prices from top suppliers of tours in Shanghai, and also checking which among the multitude have good reputations from users and travelers.

Shanghai Day Trips & Excursions Price

Private: One-Day Xitang Water Town Tour from Shanghai (8 hours) €146.63
Shanghai one day private tour (8 hours) €136.55
Tongli Water Village Day Tour (8 hours) €150.96
Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Full Day Coach Tour from Shanghai (10 hours) €115.98
1 Day Hangzhou Private Tour (8 to 9 hours) €268.05
Private Full Day Tour to Suzhou and Zhouzhuang from Shanghai (8 to 9 hours) €229.39
Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights (8 hours) €85.05
Private Full Day Tour: Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town with Best of Shanghai (9 hours 30 minutes) €162.37
Private Day Trip to Zhujiajiao Water Town w/Flexible Shanghai Highlights (8 to 9 hours) €145.19
Private Day Trip to Wuxi Lingshan Grand Buddha and Taihu Lake from Shanghai (10 hours) €343.65
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Top Shanghai Day Trips & Excursions

Private: One-Day Xitang Water Town Tour from Shanghai

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  • Admire water town views and learn about water town culture in Xitang, one of top 6 water towns in China. Two private museums in Xitang show you the romantic atmosphere of the old...Read more
from$165.03 from$195.84

Shanghai one day private tour

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  • Begin with a visit to the Yuyuan Garden, a classic creation of the Ming Dynasty, and the old street of Shanghai, originated in the Qing Dynasty. Then, visit to Shanghai Museum of Anciet Chinese Art, that holding a collection of more than 120,000 precious and rare works in 21 categories, making it the most remarkable cultural institution in the...Read more
from$153.69 from$154.19

Tongli Water Village Day Tour

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  • The 1000-year-old village of Tongli is built on seven islets with 15 canals and 49 ancient bridges, it was crowned as Bridge Gallery, full of beauty. Tongli has a rich tradition of local craftsmanship, an example of which can be seen at Jiayin Hall. It also boasts many lovely gardens such as the Retreat-and-Reflection Garden which shows the...Read more
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Suzhou and Zhouzhuang Water Village Full Day Coach Tour from Shanghai

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  • Discover two picturesque Chinese towns, Suzhou and Zhouzhuang, each with its own unique characteristics. A full-day tour of two charming traditional towns from Shanghai. With an accomplished guide, stroll through the Master of Nets Garden, and cruise along the winding waterways of Zhouzhuang on a Chinese-style...Read more
from$130.54 from$157.57

1 Day Hangzhou Private Tour

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  • Enjoy the natural and cultural attractions in Hangzhou in one day.
    Round trip private transfer from...Read more
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Private Full Day Tour to Suzhou and Zhouzhuang from Shanghai

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  • Visit the highlights of Suzhou in one day.
    Visit the exquisite Net Master Garden- the traditional Chinese garden of Ming Dynasty.
    Take a stroll on the Panmen ancinet walls of Suzhou.
    Visit the most beautiful water town in...Read more
from$195.84 from$258.18

Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights

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  • 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 you! You will visit both the east and west sides of Shanghai and also discover Shanghai's fascinating mix of modern and classic character. The major attractions in this...Read more
from$95.27 from$95.72

Private Full Day Tour: Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town with Best of Shanghai

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  • Enjoy this short trip just one hour outside of Shanghai to the serene charm of Zhujiajiao ancient water town. On this 9 1/2 hours tour you'll explore ancient bridges like Fangsheng Bridge and stroll Qing dynasty streets and enjoy Ming and Qing dynasty architecture while diving into local shops. You'll also visit the unique Qing Dynasty Post...Read more
from$149.69 from$182.75

Private Day Trip to Zhujiajiao Water Town w/Flexible Shanghai Highlights

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  • After immersing the serene charm of Zhujiajiao water town, you'll have selected highlights of Shanghai follow your interests and discuss with your guide on this 9-hour private day trip. Ride a gondola beneath ancient bridges and stroll Qing dynasty streets, lunch at your preference.
    Please notify us which route you would like to take when you...Read more
from$154.19 from$163.41

Private Day Trip to Wuxi Lingshan Grand Buddha and Taihu Lake from Shanghai

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  • Around 3 hours drive from Shanghai, Wuxi is also a well known tourist city which is always famous as Shanghai's back garden. The highlights of this day tour are not only the Lingshan Grand Buddha but also the beautiful Taihu Lake. The Buddha stands 88 meters tall and is called the tallest bronze Buddha in the world. You’ll have a fully...Read more
from$386.78 from$414.18

Private ZhouZhuang Water Village Tour with Boat Ride from Shanghai

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  • Explore Zhou Zhuang with a private guide on this 6-hour tour from Shanghai. With its unique water lanes, stone bridges and ancient buildings, the town is often referred as “No.1 Water Village in China”. The majority of the town’s residences were built over 300 years ago, and nearly 60 classic courtyards and 14 stone bridges are still in...Read more
from$85.25 from$95.27

Private Day Excursion to Suzhou and ZhouZhuang Water Village from Shanghai

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  • You will experience two picturesque towns in this private day tour. Su Zhou is one of the oldest towns in Southern China with its nice climate and beautiful gardens, was known as "Paradise on Earth". Zhou Zhuang is the No.1 Water Village in China and always be called "Oriental Venice" because of the interconnected waterways and old...Read more
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Fengjing Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour

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  • Explore Shanghai's most incredible city attractions and beautiful Fengjing Water Town during this amazing private day tour. Accompanied by local professional guide, stroll around the old lanes with antiquated architecture, wander along the canal with old bridges and take the boat on tranquil canals in Fengjing ancient water town for a half day....Read more
from$195.84 from$253.92

Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour

clock 8 hours
  • Explore beautiful Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai's most incredible city attractions during this amazing private day tour. Accompanied by local professional guide, stroll around the old lanes with antiquated architecture, wander along the canal with old bridges and take the boat on tranquil canals in Zhujiajiao ancient water town for a half...Read more
from$195.84 from$197.26

Suzhou Private Customized Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

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  • Rather than struggling to plan your own itinerary, make the most of Suzhou on a private full-day tour. It's the perfect introduction for first-time China visitors. Just pick three or four attractions, perhaps a classical garden of Suzhou, the boat ride on the ancient canals, a Buddhist pagoda, the Suzhou museum or local opera, and design your...Read more
from$202.48 from$246.74

Hangzhou Private Customized Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

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  • Hangzhou has always been known as the "Paradise on earth", a city endowed with picturesque West Lake, fine green tea, and lakeside temples. Rather than struggling to plan your own itinerary, make the most of Hangzhou on a private full-day tour. It's the perfect introduction for first-time China visitors. Just pick three attractions, perhaps the...Read more
from$243.77 from$272.19

In-depth Wuzhen Water Town Private Tour from Shanghai

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  • Travel to 1,300-year-old Wuzhen water town from Shanghai. To see the difference between its site attractions of East Gate and West Gate. Get a full overview of Wuzhen and appreciate the history and local culture. Stroll around the canals, bridges, and Ming-era houses. Enjoy a local tasty lunch or dinner right by the river based on your tour...Read more
from$195.84 from$244.15

3-Hour Shanghai Bund Swift Tour with River Cruise or Skyscraper

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  • This amazing 3-hour private tour gives you a quick overview of the famous Shanghai Bund. Besides the interesting history learning and latest city changes update, your will have options to enjoy a relax cruise ride on beautiful Huangpu River, or to have an elevated view from one of city skyscrapers, such as Shanghai Tower, Shanghai World Financial...Read more
from$88.54 from$108.30

Hangzhou Jiuxi and Hupao Spring Hiking Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

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  • Say good-bye to the hustle and bustle city life, and get yourself surrounded in beautiful falls, creeks, greens, nature springs and fresh tea aroma by joining this Hangzhou hiking tour from Shanghai. It's a great way to get your body fully benefited from negative oxygen ions. Spend about a 60-minute easy hike in Hupao Spring (Running Tiger...Read more
from$237.23 from$243.77

Zhujiajiao Private Day Tour and Shanghai Acrobatic Show

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  • Spend a relax journey in the charming Zhujiajiao Water Town where you can stroll around the antiquated architecture, take a boat ride along the old tranquil canals and walk on the crumbling bridges. Continue your Shanghai night by enjoying a 90-minutes exiting acrobatic show in the city. This wonderful afternoon departure private tour surely...Read more
from$114.27 from$183.72
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