From Shanghai - Qiandao Lake 2-Day Private Tour with Cruise

East China, Shanghai



Explore Qiandao Lake on a private 2-day tour from Shanghai or Qiandaohu. Cycle along a scenic lakeside greenway, cruise on the lake, and visit islands assigned by scenic-area operations.

Highlights

  • Explore Qiandao Lake on a private 2-day tour from Shanghai or Qiandaohu
  • Cycle along a scenic lakeside greenway with reservoir views and villages
  • Cruise on Qiandao Lake and visit islands assigned by scenic-area operations
  • Enjoy a flexible itinerary with a private vehicle and English-speaking guide
  • Stay overnight in a hotel with breakfast and benefit from a support vehicle

Description

Day 1: For the Shanghai option, get picked up at your Shanghai hotel around 7:30 AM and travel by private vehicle or high-speed rail connection to Qiandao Lake. For the local option, get picked up from your Qiandaohu hotel or station.

Around 11:30 AM, stop for lunch at your own expense. From 1:00 to 4:30 PM, enjoy guided cycling on a scenic lakeside greenway with reservoir views, villages, and photo stops. A support vehicle is available where practical. Check in to the hotel and enjoy free time for sunset. Dinner is not included.

Day 2: After breakfast, transfer to the official cruise pier. From about 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM, join the official lake cruise and visit islands assigned by scenic-area operations.

Lunch is at your own expense unless stated otherwise. Afterwards, local guests return to their Qiandaohu hotel or station; Shanghai-option guests return to Shanghai, arriving in the evening.

Includes

  • Private vehicle and professional driver for itinerary transfers
  • English-speaking guide for two days
  • One hotel night with breakfast based on two guests sharing a twin room
  • Bicycle and helmet
  • Official sightseeing cruise ticket and first admission to assigned islands
  • Pickup and drop-off according to selected option
  • Itinerary planning and reservations
  • Travel agency liability insurance

Excludes

  • Meals not explicitly included
  • Drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Personal travel and medical insurance
  • Optional activities

Important Information

  • Cycling requires basic balance and moderate fitness. Routes may be shortened for weather or safety. Wear comfortable non-slip shoes and sun/rain protection. This activity is not wheelchair accessible. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Passport details are required if high-speed rail is used. Pickup areas and exact time are confirmed before travel. Photo credits: HCCB3947, Tang Ge, and EditQ via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes private transport or high-speed rail from Shanghai, an English-speaking guide, a Qiandao Lake cruise, cycling along the lakeside greenway, hotel accommodation with breakfast, and a support vehicle.
You can travel by private vehicle or high-speed rail arranged as part of the tour from your Shanghai hotel to Qiandao Lake.
Yes, the itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to your preferences with the help of your private guide and vehicle.
Yes, the cycling route is along a scenic lakeside greenway with mostly flat terrain, suitable for beginners.
The overnight stay is at a local hotel near Qiandao Lake, with breakfast included the next morning.
Bicycles are usually provided as part of the tour for the cycling segment along the greenway.
Yes, there is a local pickup option for guests starting near Qiandaohu instead of Shanghai.
The tour includes a cruise on Qiandao Lake to various islands selected by scenic-area operators during your visit.
Yes, an English-speaking private guide accompanies you throughout the tour.
Pickup is typically around 7:30 AM from your Shanghai hotel, with exact details provided upon booking.

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