Shanghai Side Trips| Weekend Getaways from Shanghai
Shanghai’s teeming with stuff to do, but its iconic attractions like the Bund, Yu Garden, and Nanjing Road can lose their allure for Shanghai expats. So when that wanderlust hits or for those looking for something to explore nearby Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Huangshan full of cultural gems and natural wonders are where to go for an easy weekend away from Shanghai.
Our Shanghai side trips include exploration of ancient water towns and exquisite gardens in Suzhou, the experience of Longjing tea culture and West Lake in Hangzhou, as well as awe-inspiring Huangshan Mountain and Hui-style architectures in Tunxi and Xidi Ancient Villages.
Best Weekend Getaways from Shanghai
On our guided weekend getaways from Shanghai, rely on the deep knowledge of your local guide to give you extraordinary discoveries in the cultural heritage, old towns, and countrysides while also taking you to China’s most beautiful mountain.
One of the best weekend getaways fro Shanghai to visit the well known Zhouzhuang Water Town, Net Master Garden, and Suzhou Ancient City Wall. Entrance tickets, lunch, guide and transfer are included.
Suzhou is as the best place for a Shanghai side trip or weekend getaway. This private tour from Shanghai takes you to explore Humble Administrator Garden, Grand Canal, Old Suzhou City, Pingjiang Road…
Leave Shanghai’s bustling city behind, and take this tour to explore the 1800-year-old Songyang County, bike through Damushan Tea Garden, and walk into a typical stepped ancient village.
Our 2-day family weekend getaway from Shanghai to Giraffe Manor will enrich your experience with cute giraffes encounters, forest villa life style, bamboo slides, jungle leaps, climbing projects,etc.
Popular Multi-days Shanghai Side Trips
Short on time but still want to see the best of Shanghai? Our 3-day tour covers the city’s essential sights and adds a day trip to a traditional Jiangnan water town.
Explore the best highlights of Shanghai, including Shanghai Museum, the Bund, Former French Concession, then take a side trip to Suzhou’s Net Master Garden and Zhouzhuang Water Town.
Experience the fascinating contrast between futuristic skylines and profound imperial history: Yuyuan Garden, The Bund, Zhujiajiao Water Town, Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Presidential Palace…
Explore Huangshan, one of the top destinations for a side tour from Shanghai. Hike Mount Huangshan. Immerse yourself Chinese culture in Hukaiwen Ink-stick Factory, Hongcun, and Tunxi Ancient Street.
Boasting the sleek, futuristic skyline and peaceful mountain temples, the 4-day journey offers a striking contrast between modern Shanghai and spiritual Mount Jiuhua.
Follow the professional local guides to fully explore the top attractions of the two amazing cities such as Yu Garden, the Bund, Jade Buddha Temple, Yellow Mountain, and Hongcun Ancient Village.
Combining Shanghai’s modern skyline and historic neighborhoods, the 4-day private tour also offers a day trip to Suzhou‘s Zhouzhuang Water Town and Lingering Garden.
One journey reveals two very different sides of China. Over 5 days, explore Shanghai’s historic gardens and modern skyline before heading to Mount Fanjing for mountain trails, rock formations, and Buddhist sites.
