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Take a trip to Shanghai on your China Vacation
Shanghai is the country's most industrious and glamorous city on China tours. Rated as having the highest population in the country, this growing metropolis is a fascinating blend of cultures - old and new, as well as eastern and western. It is the most influential city in Eastern China economically, culturally, and technologically, and now boasts the world’s largest container trading port.
Shanghai doesn’t have a downtown core but rather urban centres which are scattered in various districts. The Huangpu River which is a tributary to the Yangtze River is the dividing line between Shanghai’s two major districts.
East of the Huangpu River is Pudong. Formerly an agricultural area, this rapidly-developing district is now the financial and economic hub of China. It features beautifully designed skyscrapers such as the Jin Mao building and World Financial Centre, as well as the landmark Pearl Tower.
Across Pudong on the west side of Huangpu River, is Puxi. Considered Shanghai’s cultural, residential, and commercial centre, Puxi is made up of smaller districts.
The Bund, located on the west bank of the river, is lined with colonial-era buildings and features Nanjing Road, a shopper’s paradise in China tour packages.
Visit Yu Yuan Garden in the Old City district. Once known as Shanghai’s most prestigious, this Suzhou-style garden was conceived during the Ming Dynasty. Its location provides ideal contrasting views of both ancient and modern architecture. To see other intricate, ornamental Chinese gardens, a day trip to Suzhou on China travel is highly recommended.
Across Pudong on the west side of Huangpu River, is Puxi. Considered Shanghai’s cultural, residential, and commercial centre, Puxi is made up of smaller districts.
The Bund, located on the west bank of the river, is lined with colonial-era buildings and features Nanjing Road, a shopper’s paradise in China tour packages.
Visit Yu Yuan Garden in the Old City district. Once known as Shanghai’s most prestigious, this Suzhou-style garden was conceived during the Ming Dynasty. Its location provides ideal contrasting views of both ancient and modern architecture. To see other intricate, ornamental Chinese gardens, a day trip to Suzhou on China travel is highly recommended.
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Essential China: Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin & Shanghai
Shanghai, Guilin, Xi'an, Beijing, and Great Wall of ChinaJoin a shared group tour through China’s iconic cities, from Beijing and Xi’an’s heritage to Guilin’s scenic karsts and Shanghai's skyline.
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Classic China: Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai
Shanghai, Xi'an, Beijing, and Great Wall of ChinaExperience China’s highlights on this private-guided journey, from Beijing’s imperial landmarks and Great Wall to Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors and Shanghai’s skyline.
9 days
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China Odyssey
Shanghai, Yangshuo, Guilin, Chengdu, Xi'an, Beijing, and Great Wall of ChinaJoin our exclusive small-group tour of China, where you’ll discover imperial legacies, ancient wonders, playful pandas, stunning karst rivers, and centuries of culture.
13 days
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Ultimate China & The Yangtze River
Shanghai, Yangtze River, Chengdu, Xi'an, Beijing, and Great Wall of ChinaPrivate-guided and cruise journey through China, from imperial legacies and pandas to Yangtze gorges and glittering skylines and ancient wonders.
14 days
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China & Japan: Wonders of East Asia
Tokyo, Shibuya Crossing, Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), Shanghai, Guilin, Xi'an, Beijing, and Great Wall of ChinaUncover ancient wonders and modern marvels on this independent journey through China and Japan, rich in history, culture, and unforgettable scenery.
18 days
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Essential China: Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin & Shanghai
Shanghai, Guilin, Xi'an, Beijing, and Great Wall of ChinaJoin a shared group tour through China’s iconic cities, from Beijing and Xi’an’s heritage to Guilin’s scenic karsts and Shanghai's skyline.
10 days
From US$3,562/p.p.
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Classic China: Beijing, Xi'an & Shanghai
Shanghai, Xi'an, Beijing, and Great Wall of ChinaExperience China’s highlights on this private-guided journey, from Beijing’s imperial landmarks and Great Wall to Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors and Shanghai’s skyline.
9 days
From US$3,357/p.p.
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China Odyssey
Shanghai, Yangshuo, Guilin, Chengdu, Xi'an, Beijing, and Great Wall of ChinaJoin our exclusive small-group tour of China, where you’ll discover imperial legacies, ancient wonders, playful pandas, stunning karst rivers, and centuries of culture.
13 days
From US$6,299/p.p.
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Ultimate China & The Yangtze River
Shanghai, Yangtze River, Chengdu, Xi'an, Beijing, and Great Wall of ChinaPrivate-guided and cruise journey through China, from imperial legacies and pandas to Yangtze gorges and glittering skylines and ancient wonders.
14 days
From US$7,895/p.p.
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China & Japan: Wonders of East Asia
Tokyo, Shibuya Crossing, Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), Shanghai, Guilin, Xi'an, Beijing, and Great Wall of ChinaUncover ancient wonders and modern marvels on this independent journey through China and Japan, rich in history, culture, and unforgettable scenery.
18 days
From US$7,877/p.p.
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What do the experts say?
It is very enjoyable to travel in China by high-speed train, but you should avoid travelling during the National Holidays from October 1 to 7 and from May 1 to 4, as they get extra busy.
Jinxian Road in Shanghai is a small road but full of superb, Michelin-recognized restaurants. I highly recommend visiting here on your travels to China.
China's many beautiful natural sights and rich cultural areas are what I love most about visiting. Some of my personal favourites are Yunnan's Shangri-La, Xinjiang, Zhangjiajie, and the 5 Great Mountains.
Shanghai and its 21st century skyline - a fanta...
A street scene of Shanghai
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European style buildings on the world famous Bund
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