An Afternoon in Yu Garden & Shanghai French Concession

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1 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Highlights

Discover Yu Garden, built during the Ming-era

Visit Shanghai French Concession, defined by tree-lined streets and weathered architecture

Attend a Chinese tea ceremony and enjoy Beijing duck for dinner

Itinerary

Escape the bustle of Shanghai and discover its tranquil oases on this immersive seven-hour guided tour, perfect for travelers seeking both cultural depth and culinary delight. Your journey begins with a stroll through Yu Garden, an exquisite Ming dynasty masterpiece where winding paths, ornate halls, and serene springs transport you to a bygone era.

If time allows, peruse an antiques market before partaking in a traditional Chinese tea ceremony—sampling three distinct teas and learning about age-old rituals. The adventure continues in the French Concession, where elegant streets and historic residences reveal Shanghai’s cosmopolitan heritage. Pass by iconic landmarks like Big Eared Du’s house and Sun Yat-sen’s residence.

Cap your day with an exquisite Beijing duck dinner at a celebrated local restaurant before returning to your hotel. The standout feature: this sightseeing tour artfully combines garden serenity, tea culture, and culinary excellence, offering a uniquely sophisticated taste of Shanghai’s multifaceted charm.

What's Included

A Beijing duck dinner

Pickup and drop-off transport from your centrally located hotel in Shanghai

An English-speaking tour guide

Entrance tickets (Yu garden)

Traditional tea ceremony at Yu Garden

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An Afternoon in Yu Garden & Shanghai French Concession

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