
Shanghai, hailed as "the Oriental Paris", is an appealing and exotic city full of the mix of past and new. Taste different scenes of Shanghai in one-day tour from well-preserved Zhujiajiao Water Town to the prosperous metropolis by visiting highlights such as The Bund, Nanjing Road and Shanghai World Financial Center.
Your guide will pick you up at the lobby of the hotel and drive to picturesque Zhujiajiao Town erected about 1,700 years ago, a piece of tranquil water town behind the thriving metropolis. Follow your guide to walk through the old lane into the town and be enthralled by the archaic architectural complexes with white walls and grey tiles along the two sides of the river over which the biggest arched stone bridge named Fangsheng Bridge naturally connect life on both sides. Wander alongside the flowing river, and pass through City God Temple of Zhujiajiao, Kezhi Garden and the post office made in Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) where you may send some postcards to your family and friends. If you like, enjoy a boat cruise (optional) to taste attractive and typical view of local life and also to relax yourself leisurely in the tranquility.
Afterwards, pay a visit to the bustling Nanjing Road, the most popular pedestrian street in Shanghai where well-designed stores festooned with their brands line up along the main roadway. Wonder at the street and appreciate the latest trend of this international metropolis. Then continue with a visit to The Bund alongside Huangpu River, the most magnificent landmark and also the name card of Shanghai to the world. Stroll along The Bund, sightseeing boats cruising on the Huangpu River are whistling at intervals and meanwhile exotic building clusters abounded with history more than hundreds of years gently come into your sight and bring you back to Shanghai of 1930s instantly.
Lunch will be left on your own for more flexibility and your insider guide will offer nice recommendations based on your tastes and preferences.
At last, head to Shanghai World Financial Center, the 9th tallest building in the world. Ascend to the observation deck of 100th floor by taking the sightseeing elevator in 60 seconds and enjoy an optimal bird's-eye view of the city. Be impressed by the magnificence of beauty surrounding you on the height of 474 meters.
Your exploration to Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai highlights concludes here. Sit back and you will be transferred back to your hotel.