Points of Interest
- The Bund
- Yu Gardens
- Jin Mao Tower
Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Your motorcoach will wind its way from the pier to the heart of Shanghai where you'll disembark and your guide will lead you to the Jin Mao Tower. At 88 stories, this stunning skyscraper reaches almost 1380 feet tall. Jin Mao, which means "Golden Prosperity Building" in Chinese, is a splendid combination of traditional Chinese architecture and modern technology. Take the elevator to the observation deck on top for stunning panoramic views of Shanghai.
You'll continue on to Old Town, settled in the 11th century, it's the oldest part of Shanghai. Walk along the narrow alleys and cobblestone lanes of this ancient city, past many historic buildings as well as gardens, temples, businesses, and restaurants. Old Town is also internationally known for one of the most lavish and finest Chinese gardens in the region. Yu Gardens was first established in 1559 by Pan Yunduan as a private residence for his aging parents. Over the last 450 years, the gardens have been restored and modified to what you see today. Stretching out over five acres the Gardens contain six general areas featuring peaks, cliffs, winding caves, ponds, a lotus pool, stunning pavilions and grand pagodas.
Then, you're off to discover Old Town on your own for three hours. Visit the Shanghai Museum to see its amazing collection of over 120,000 pieces of Chinese bronzes, ceramics, calligraphy, furniture, jade, ancient coins, seals and more, have lunch or shop in any of the shops that line the Bund.
Board your motorcoach at the predetermined time for a scenic ride back to your ship.
Special Notes:
Tour duration depends on the distance from your ship's berth to Shanghai. Grand Class ships dock approximately one hour from Shanghai. Smaller ships dock as close as 30 minutes from the city.Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes.
Sequence of tour stops may vary.
Passport Requirements:
Visa for China requiredTour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Depart from ship to visit the observation deck of the Jinmao Tower
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 00:45
- Time at site:
- 01:00
- Free time at site:
- 45
- Inside visit:
- Yes
- Air conditioned:
- Yes
- Walking distance:
- 500
- Wheelchair accessible:
- Yes
- Restroom available:
- Yes
- Shopping available:
- Yes
- Photo/video restrictions:
- No
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Guided walking tour of Yu Garden & Old Town
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 00:30
- Time at site:
- 01:30
- Free time at site:
- 90
- Inside visit:
- Yes
- Air conditioned:
- No
- Walking distance:
- 500
- Steps:
- 20
- Wheelchair accessible:
- No
- Restroom available:
- Yes
- Shopping available:
- Yes
- Photo/video restrictions:
- No
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Free time in Shanghai
- Transport type:
- Walking
- Time at site:
- 03:40
- Free time at site:
- 200
- Inside visit:
- No
- Restroom available:
- Yes
- Shopping available:
- Yes
Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 01:15