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Shanghai Layover Side Tour
For Shanghai layover side tour, please make sure you have at least 2 days.
1. Shanghai Hangzhou Suzhou Layover tour
The most visited side layover tour must be Shanghai Suzhou Hangzhou layover tour, and there is a saying in China, Heaven above, Suzhou and Hangzhou on earth. On the Shanghai layover tour, you will not only appreciate charming gardens in Suzhou, large and brilliantly blue West Lake with intriguing stories and Chinese history.
Recommend days: 3-5 Days
2. Water Town Layover Tour
There are many picturesque ancient water towns in the Jiangnan area, such as Zhouzhuang Water Town, Tongli Water Town, Xitang Water Town, Wuzhen Water Town, etc. Pick favorite one on your tour arrangement.
If you have limited time for your Shanghai layover, choose the nearest Zhujiajiao Water Town.
Recommend days: 1-3 Days
3. Mount Huang and Hongcun/Xidi Village
As the development of the high-speed train system, it will only take around 3 hours to reach Huangshan City. Mount Huang, the UNESCO-listed heritage and often described as the “loveliest mountain of China”, has attracted millions of visitors due to dramatic mountainous landscape consisting of numerous granitic peaks, many over 1,000 m high, emerging through a perpetual sea of clouds.
Hongcun Village and Xidi Village located not far from Mount Huang, and these two ancient villages preserve the unique layout of houses and its decorations, streets, and waterways of the village, which we can’t see from other cities in China even in the world.
Recommend days: 3 days
If you would like to explore the more spots in Anhui province, these two spots should not be missed, Mount Jiuhua and Lake Taiping, which can be extended for 1-2 days.
4. Nanjing
Nanjing, as one of four capital during Ming dynasty then the Republic of China, immersed in rich history and brilliant culture. It will take 2 hours to reach by high-speed train.
Recommend days: 3 days
5. Yangzhou
Yangzhou is famous as a national historical and cultural city, which you can tour by combining Nanjing city together.
Recommend days: 1-2 days
6. Xian & Beijing
Thanks to 144 hours of free visa policy, travelers have enough time to visit two popular cities by flights or high-speed train.
Beijing Xian Shanghai Highlights Tour for 6 days
Shanghai Xian tour package: 4-5 days
Shanghai Beijing tour package: 5-6 days
Got Question & Quick Answer
Zhouzhuang is one of China’s most iconic water villages, have a look at the local leisure life on Shanghai layover tour, take beautiful pictures for historic buildings and bridges, and enjoy authentic Chinese lunch at a local restaurant, this incredible wanderlust will make you immerse yourself in the tranquil and beautiful water town.
Zhouzhuang Water Town from Shanghai Airport with Lunch
Say good-bye to the hustle and bustle city life, and get yourself surrounded in beautiful falls, creeks, greens, nature springs and fresh tea aroma by joining this Hangzhou layover tour, which includes the sightseeing of West Lake, Feilai Peak, Lingyin Temple, Mei Jia Wu Tea Village, Former Residence of Huxueyan, Hefang Street and Xixi Wetland, enjoying the serene and tranquil natural landscapes of Hangzhou. A half day to explore classic Shanghai including Yu Garden, City God Temple Bazaar, Bund and Pudong New Area.
Hangzhou Leisurely Tour from Shanghai with Airport Transfer
Join in the Shanghai layover private tour to enjoy the classic and elegant Yu Garden, admire the splendid architecture of Qing dynasty, marvel at the rapid development of Shanghai as strolling on the Bund, experience the peaceful environment at Jade Buddha Temple and appreciate its gorgeous arts.
Shanghai Layover Tour: Yu Garden & Bund & Jade Buddha Temple
Travel to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Classical Gardens of Suzhou from Shanghai, appreciate beautiful Humble Administrator’s Garden and Tiger Hill, take a leisurely stroll along Pingjiang Road to experience the historical sense. In Shanghai, have a visit to Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai Museum, bustling Nanjing Road, famous Bund, and have a glimpse of whole city when standing on the Shanghai Tower, the second world's highest building.
3 Days Suzhou Tour from Shanghai Airport
