SHANGHAI
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The 10 most popular cruises & boat tours in Shanghai. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Private half-day trip from Shanghai to Zhujiajiao Water Town with hotel pickup, an English guide, and a relaxing canal boat ride.
“It’s a great experience. Even if the boat is not running it’s well worth the trip! Beautiful place!!”
See Shanghai’s Bund and Lujiazui from the Huangpu River at night with 360° views, holiday light guide, and flexible deck options for $21.
“wonderful views of the river. cruise a good length. a little disappointed that no commentary, even brief, in English.”
Private 5-hour Zhujiajiao day from Shanghai with Ming-Qing bridges, canal boat ride, and a calm Kezhi garden. Pickup included.
“Our tour guide, Robert is very friendly and knowledgeable. The tour was very fun and we really enjoyed it. Highly recommend!”
Private 5-hour Zhujiajiao tour from Shanghai with hotel pickup, English guide, Ming-Qing bridges, street food, and a canal boat ride.
“Snow was our tour guide today and made it a truly unforgettable experience. She was extremely knowledgeable and made sure we got the most out of our trip. Snow collected us from the hotel and we were driven in luxury (massage seats on) to water town. We enjoyed a very tasty lunch too. It was…”
Huangpu River night cruise plus Xinjiang halal dinner in Pudong. Private transfer, English guide, and cruise tickets included.
“Caroline our guide was great. Cruising the river at night is beautiful— amazing lights on the buildings. We went on a foggy night but it was still something to see!!! Dinner was delicious — many choices! I think it was much better to have a private guide than a group. We’d highly recommend this tour.”
Enjoy a 3-hour private night Huangpu River cruise plus a Xinjiang halal dinner with an English guide and hotel pickup in Shanghai.
“We really enjoyed the tour - the communication as soon as we had booked was first-class. The tour was great from the moment we were picked up. Our guide Xin was lovely, really knowledgeable and engaging, and looked after us so well, making sure we got the best spots for the river tour which was…”
Private Zhujiajiao water town tour from Shanghai with door-to-door pickup, English guide, Kezhi Garden and temple entry, plus a boat ride.
“Michael our guide was very personable and informative. A cold but enjoyable day overall. We would certainly recommend the tour.”
VIP Huangpu River cruise and Shanghai lights: private 7 PM pickup, Yuyuan Old Street walk, VIP upper-deck Bund views, Xintiandi.
“Wonderful experience. Mr jemmy has been wonderful guide. Extremely polite and humble. His knowledge about city and china is excellent”
Half-day private Zhujiajiao tour from Shanghai with canal boat ride, KeZhi Garden, bridges, and key sights, including entrance fees.
“Very great experience to walk around the ancient town! We could not do the boat ride but overall it was a great experience!”
Private Shanghai street food walk and Huangpu River cruise. Eat a full dinner with an English guide, then see the Bund lit up at night.
“Annie was an amazing and through guide through the food in Shanghai! She was able to guide us through perfectly and asked us our preferences and gave us a great overview of Shanghai street food! Would absolutely book with her again because of her personality and ability to interact with us!!”
