Shanghai:Yu Garden, Temple, Water Town Tour w/Hop-On Hop-Off

Huangpu, Shanghai



Explore Yu Garden, browse City God Temple’s lively stalls, enjoy local snacks, and soak in Zhujiajiao Water Town’s charm by day. Take the hop-on-hop-off bus to admire Shanghai’s dazzling night vistas.

Shanghai Day-Night Tour with Zhujiajiao and Hop-on Hop-off Bus

This 8-hour small group tour in Shanghai suits travelers interested in history, culture, and city sightseeing without shopping stops.

Highlights

  • Explore a blend of ancient heritage and modern urban life.
  • Visit Zhujiajiao, Shanghai's traditional water town known as 'Venice of the East'.
  • Enjoy a hop-on hop-off double-decker bus tour of Shanghai’s skyline.

Description

ZANBUS operates this exclusive route across several Chinese cities, including Shanghai. This itinerary offers immersive sightseeing with no shopping stops.

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Daily Schedule: Starts at 11:00 a.m. and ends around 7:00 p.m.

Group Size: Maximum 10 people.

Pick-up and Meeting Point

Meet at City Sightseeing Bus Stop near the Monument to the May Thirtieth Movement, opposite Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World. Look for the tourist service counter and ZANBUS staff in blue vests holding boarding signs.

How to Get There

  • Metro: Take Line 1, 2, or 8 to People’s Square Station, Exit 7, then walk to the bus stop and service counter.
  • Taxi/Walking: Taxi directly to the hotel or walk from nearby Nanjing Road hotels.

Itinerary

  • 11:00 a.m. — Depart for Yu Garden.
  • 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. — Explore Yu Garden’s traditional landscape.
  • 12:15 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. — Visit City God Temple to experience cultural and religious sites.
  • 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. — Travel to Zhujiajiao Water Town (1-hour ride).
  • 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. — Sightsee in Zhujiajiao including a food tour sampling crab roe soup dumplings and Grandma’s rice dumplings, followed by free time.
  • 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. — Return to Daimaru Department Store Station on Nanjing Road.
  • 6:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. — Hop-on hop-off double-decker bus tour passing landmarks like the Bund and Yu Garden.

Note: Timings may vary due to traffic or unforeseen conditions.

Drop-off Options

Flexible drop-off available at Daimaru Department Store or any hop-on hop-off bus stop including the Bund and Yu Garden.

Includes

  • Round-trip transportation.
  • English-speaking tour guide.
  • Admission tickets to all sites.
  • Popular local snacks: crab roe xiaolongbao and Grandma’s rice dumplings.
  • Hop-on hop-off City Sightseeing bus tickets.

Excludes

  • Personal travel insurance.
  • Personal expenses.

Important Information

  • Self-check-in required for this join-in bus tour.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Itinerary may change due to weather or site conditions.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Booking in advance is recommended due to limited group size.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to Yu Garden, Zhujiajiao Water Town, and a hop-on hop-off double-decker bus around Shanghai.
The tour lasts approximately 8 hours, running daily from late morning to early evening; check the website for current hours.
Zhujiajiao Water Town is a historic area located about 47 kilometers west of central Shanghai.
Yes, the hop-on hop-off bus allows you to explore Shanghai’s skyline at your own pace with multiple stops.
Yes, the tour is designed for small groups to provide a more personalized experience.
No, the tour excludes shopping stops to focus on sightseeing and cultural experiences in Shanghai.
The tour schedule includes a visit to Yu Garden during daylight hours; check the website for exact timing based on the daily itinerary.
Transportation to Zhujiajiao Water Town is included in the tour, typically by coach or van from central Shanghai.
The tour is generally suitable for all ages but involves walking in historic areas and getting on and off the bus, so consider mobility needs.

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