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4 Days Shanghai Magic Tour with Disneyland Park (Family Friendly)

Enter Real Magic World and Witness the MAGIC of Shanghai

Developing from a poor fishing village to a globally well-renowned prosperous metropolis, Shanghai undoubtedly proves amazing magic to the world. Shanghai Disney Resort, as a large expansion of Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is a perfect virtual-reality wonderland where another fantastic magic happens in Shanghai. In our 4-day Shanghai Disneyland Tour, you will spend a full day venturing in dream-like Disney castle, gardens, fancy film scenes, enjoying fabulous kid joy with famous Disney characters and various family entertainment activities and amusing shows with your beloveds. Major city landmarks will be covered for your exploration of the history and amazing changes Shanghai has created.

The most special and meaningful part is, beyond sightseeing as an audience, we also help you be a part of the Magic World, regain your childhood happiness, incredible imagination, spirit of adventure and bold creativity, and make treasured time with family!

  • Type : Private Tour
  • Tour Code : CD-ST-04
  • Price : from Request
    1. 1. This price is quoted ‌in US dollars‌;
    2. 2. This price is for one person, based on a group of 2 adults sharing one double-bed room in a 4-star hotel and traveling in low seasons;
    3. 3. This price is subject to change according to your traveling season, group size, hotel class, change of activities and possible fluctuation of currency exchange rate.
  • Theme : Culture / Family / History
  • Physical Demands :

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS TOUR

  • View towering modern skyscrapers, walk on 118th-floor observation deck (546 meters high) to capture a breathtaking view of Shanghai city; see urban bustle and hustle in Nanjing Road, experience Shanghai’s leading accomplishment of economy and many other aspects;
  • Trace back to the Old Shanghai, visit Yu Garden to observe traditional Chinese garden, learn splendid Chinese culture and history in Shanghai Museum, stroll along the Bund to watch the most representative showcase and take a trip to time-honored peaceful Zhujiajiao Water Town;
  • Enjoy wonderful adventure in Shanghai Disney Resort, closely contact with famous Disney characters, try various thrilling rides and games, indulge in beautiful Disney film scenes and rouse your long-lost puerile happiness;
  • Take advantage of our private, customized tour package with the best-organized itinerary, tour guide, transfer, hotel, restaurants and other services.
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Day 1 Shanghai Arrival

Airport/train station/cruise Pick up, Free Time

Ni Hao! Welcome to Shanghai, the biggest metropolis of China!

Upon arrival, meet your local tour guide and driver at the arrival hall of the airport/train station/cruise port and transfer to your hotel in downtown by a private comfortable vehicle. The rest of today is on your own to rest and relax. If you want to explore attractions nearby, feel free to get practical suggestions from your tour guide.

Recommended Free Time Activities:

1.) If you arrive in Shanghai early, you can take a leisurely walk in Tianzifang (田子坊), or Xintiandi (新天地), Wukang Road to see lining architectures of western classical style and traditional Shanghainese Shikumen (stone gate) houses, visit interesting souvenir shops and sample various local snacks. 2.) Shanghai has wonder night activities for you and your family and friends, such as an entertaining Acrobatic Show (including breathtaking “balls of death” acts, chair balancing, hula hoops, juggling of benches, walking in the air, and other breathtaking performances, usually performed during 19:30~21:00) and a relaxing Huangpu River cruise to see the city’s most significant edifices and streets ablaze with colorful lights (about 50 minutes).

  • Huangpu River Cruise - Sanchez's Family from Mexico Sanchez's Family from Mexico took a Huangpu River Cruise in 2019
  • Shikumen Architecture in Xintiandi Shikumen Architecture in Xintiandi

Day 2 Shanghai City Highlights Tour (B, L)

Today's Highlights: Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, Shanghai Tower, Nanjing Road, The Bund

After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel to start your Shanghai exploration. Your will firstly visit Lujiazui and ride one of the world's fastest elevators to the 118th-floor observation deck (at 546 meters / 1,791 feet) of the Shanghai Tower — the tallest building in China and the third tallest in the world, standing at 632 meters (2,073 feet). From this incredible height, you'll enjoy a jaw-dropping 360° panoramic view of Shanghai's dynamic skyline, including the modern Pudong area, the historic Bund, and the winding Huangpu River.

Then, drive to the Shanghai Museum East, one of the Four Best Museums in China. There are over one billion cultural relics related to Chinese ancient history and art are exhibited inside, including precious bronzes, paintings, calligraphy, ceramics, jade, sculptures, traditional furniture, seals and old coins from more than 5,000 years ago to the Qing Dynasty. Da Ke Ding(bronze food vessel in over 3000 years ago), Bianzhong of Marquis Su of Jin (ancient musical instruments) are the top treasures to visit. An Audio Explanation Device will help you better learn the facts and knowledge of the exhibitions.

Next, drive to Tianzifang, a unique popular tourist enclave remolded from a traditional residential block in old town of Shanghai. Intertwined narrow alleys are filled with small creative shops selling lovely souvenirs and plenty of cafés, bars and restaurants. It’s great fun to ramble through the maze-like area to appreciate the well-preserved traditional Shanghainese Shikumen (Stone Warehouse Gate) houses, see interesting novel art and handicrafts, savor a lazy open-air coffee time and try some local street food and feel the original Shanghai life vibe.

Later, get to Nanjing Road, Shanghai’s earliest commercial street and one of the most popular current landmarks. Lots of big name brands, restaurants, cafés, souvenir shops and towering buildings can be seen when you stroll around this busy pedestrian mall. Continue your walk to the Bund, the No.1 attraction in Shanghai and the best viewing deck for the skyline of Lujiazui across the Huangpu River, a cluster of futuristic skyscrapers including Shanghai Tower, Jinmao Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, and Oriental Pearl Tower rising from what was once a fishing village. The view captures Shanghai's extraordinary transformation from a treaty port to a global financial hub and innovation powerhouse. Lined with 52 historic European-style buildings, the Bund is also often hailed as an open-air museum of world architecture. Take a pleasant stroll along the promenade, enjoying both the grandeur of the past and the futuristic skyline.

After the tour, drive back to your hotel. (If you want to spend free time at the Bund, Nanjing Road or somewhere else please let your tour guide know.)

Optional Activity - Take a relaxing Huangpu River night cruise to see the city’s most significant edifices and streets sparkling under the atmospheric cover of darkness (about 50 minutes).

  • Our Guests visited Yu Garden and Bazaar Our Guests visited Yu Garden and Bazaar in 2017
  • Ox-shaped Zun  (Over 2,500 Years) in Shanghai Museum Da Ke Ding in Shanghai Museum
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  • The Bund: Famous The Bund: Famous "Exhibition of the World's Architecture"

Day 3 Shanghai Disney Resort Tour (B)

Today's Highlights: Private Transfer, Shanghai Disney Resort

After breakfast, take our private transfer to Shanghai Disney Resort in east suburb, the biggest Disneyland in Asia. Enjoy high flexibility to arrange your Disneyland day tour by yourself, and make the best use of time and money to realize your Disneyland dream tour, play a series of Disney themed activities, interact with Disney roles and create a wonderful adventure with your family and friends.

Constructed in traditional Disney style with Chinese elements, Shanghai Disney Resort offers massive recreation facilities, live shows and interesting experience for kids and visitors of all ages. It currently consists of 7 themed lands - Adventure Isle, Disney & Pixar Toy Story Land, Fantasyland, Gardens of Imagination, Tomorrowland, Treasure Cove and City of Zootopia.The two themed hotels and a Disneytown offer a shopping, dining and entertainment, etc.

Upon entry, enjoy a warm welcome on Mickey Avenue, where you'll meet cheerful and friendly characters like Mickey, Donald Duck, and other beloved Disney stars. If you're lucky, you might even get a photo with your favorite! Step into the Gardens of Imagination to meet 12 Disney roles presenting different Chinese Zodiacs, have a fancy time in Fantasia Carouse, encounter Marvel super heroes and take selfies with Mickey. In the north Fantasy land, lose yourself and enjoy the delightful mad tea part in Alice in Wonderland Maze, hop into the giant spinning jar to search for Pooh’s precious nectar, ride a thrilling roller coaster in Seven Dwarfs with Princesses and climb aboard Dumbo’s delightful caravan for high-flying fun, make a adventure of Snow White in the Enchanted Storybook. The gorgeous Disney Castle is the most iconic site you must visit. Continue your exciting journey to Adventure Isle to experience outdoor Camp Discovery or Roaring Rapids; make an exhilarating piratic expedition in Treasure Cove; try TRON Light Cycle Power Run in Tomorrowland.... Spectacular parade, nighttime fireworks and light shows, live story performance and many surprises, magic, thrill, excitement…are waiting for you here!

After the Disneyland tour, you will be escorted back to your hotel in the downtown area by a private vehicle.

Shanghai Disney Resort Travel Tips:

1. Opening Time: 09:00 am ~ 8:30 pm (the exact opening hours vary by days, better arrive early to avoid the crowd & save time waiting in line; parade start from 3:45 pm and other shows hosted in different times every day.)

2. Ticket: All Visitors must book ticket through online channel in advance make prior registration. (On-site ticket booking is not available. Ticket charge is higher in weekends and holidays.)

3. Food & Packing: You can dine in restaurants in Disney or bring qualified food and drinks. The park is huge, so better wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Baggage storage is provided at the entrance.

4. Best Rides Recommended: Tron, Soaring at the Horizon and Pirates of the Caribbean.

5. Others: 1.) Children under 16 must be accompanied by a visitor above 16. 2.) You’re highly suggested to download a Shanghai Disney App to buy ticket, get a fast pass, know activity waiting time, scheduled show time, tourist map, etc.

  • Meet Mickey in Shanghai Disney Resort Meet Mickey in Shanghai Disney Resort
  • Special Parade in Shanghai Disney Resort Special Parade in Shanghai Disney Resort
  • Disney Stage Show - Frozen A Sing-along Celebration Disney Stage Show - Frozen A Sing-along Celebration
  • Fairytale-like Shanghai Disney Resort, Picture Shared by Fiona Fairytale-like Shanghai Disney Resort, Picture Shared by Fiona

Day 4 Shanghai - Zhujiajiao Ancient Town - Shanghai Departure (B)

Today's Highlight: Zhujiajiao Water Town

After breakfast, about 1 hour's drive will take you away from the city's hustle and bustle to visit Zhujiajiao Ancient Town which is known as the Venice of Shanghai

Zhujiajiao has a history of 1,700 years and is a well-preserved waterside ancient town. You will stroll along Hundred-year-old North Street, take some awesome pictures on the Fangsheng Bridge, have a panoramic view of Zhujiajiao by climbing up to Yuanjin Buddhist Temple, enjoy some leisure time on the traditionally decorated boat, cruise along the canals and see the old residences, shops and bridges which are filled with classic architectural style in Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368 AD - 1911 AD).

After the water town tour, your guide and driver will escort you to the airport, railway station or port to catch your flight/train/ship to your next destination or home. Tour ends.

  • Boats in Zhujiajiao Water Town - Our Guest Gaye from Australia Boats in Zhujiajiao Water Town, Shot by Our Guest Gaye from Australia
  • Zhujiajiao Water Town - Chona from Philippines Zhujiajiao Water Town, Picture Shot by Our Guest Chona from Philippines

The quotation for this trip is from Request Per Person

1. This price is for one person, based on a group of 2 adults sharing one standard double-bed room in 4-star hotel and traveling with our private tour in low seasons.
2. This price is subject to change according your traveling season, group size, hotel class, change of activities in your itinerary and possible fluctuation of currency exchange rate. If you want a lower price, you can get more people to join you, or use economy class hotels.
3. This price is only valid to March 31, 2027.
4. Reference exchange rate of USD 1=RMB 6.8. The final quote is based on current exchange rate. It may change according to the currency fluctuation, while the RMB quotation will be remained the same.

What's included?

  • Professional licensed English-speaking guide;
  • Admission tickets for all attractions listed in the itinerary, except the Shanghai Disney Resort;
  • Accommodation as listed in the itinerary (4-star standard);
  • Necessary vehicle transfers as listed in the itinerary;
  • Airport (and train station) pick up and drop off;
  • Luggage Transfers: between airports (railway station) and hotels;
  • All meals as listed (“B” for Chinese and Western breakfast buffet in your hotel; “L” for Chinese Lunch in local restaurant; “D” for Chinese dinner in local restaurant.);
  • Accident insurance;
  • Our service charge, including tour planning, handling, operational and communication charges.

What's excluded?

  • China visa;
  • Personal expenses;
  • Accommodation not listed in the itinerary;
  • Single Room Supplement;
  • Admission Ticket of Shanghai Disney Resort (we can book for you without extra charge);
  • Tourist sites which are not listed in the itinerary;
  • Recommended optional activities;
  • Flights or trains to/off Shanghai (we can book domestic flight/train for you);
  • Personal expenses;
  • Excess Baggage Charges;
  • Optional tips to guides, drivers, etc.

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Hi Rita

We are back to Beijing. I only wanted to thank you for the trip - it has been really good, well organized and we have enjoyed it very much. Thanks again and I hope we can travel again with you and your Company in the future.

All the Best!!

Francisco

Francisco‚ Spain, July 30, 2026

你好,

Hi Leo,

我们非常开心地度过了一周的梦幻之旅。出发前,提心吊胆了很久。没想到这艘游船没有受到洪水和台风的影响,能按既定行程走完,觉得非常幸运。整个行程的天气有晴有雨有雾,我们看到了三峡最美的一面。“晴三峡,雨三峡,不如雾三峡“。一路看到了很多美景,船上品尝了各地美食,涨了很多知识。导游讲解生动,船上美食可口。我们订的是标准间。总的来讲,睡得还是不错的。能近距离看到长江水波听到水声,是件浪漫的事。说实在的,第一眼看到浴室的墙面,有点心理发毛。但是用起淋浴,水够大,够暖,还是舒服的。也许他们可以把淋浴头扶手周围的水垢处理下,就完美啦。我们在假期都不习惯早起。有几天都得早起去景点,有些不适应。不过这是趟让人回味无穷的旅行,有机会我们会推荐给老外们。

We had an amazing week on this dream trip. Before we set off, we had been quite worried for a long time because of the weather conditions. To our surprise, the cruise was not affected by the flooding or the typhoon, and we were able to complete the whole itinerary as planned. We feel incredibly lucky. During the journey, we experienced all kinds of weather, sunny skies, rain, and fog, and each one showed us a different side of the Three Gorges. As people say, “The Three Gorges are beautiful in the sunshine, beautiful in the rain, but even more magical in the fog.” The scenery along the way was absolutely breathtaking. We enjoyed delicious local food from different regions on board and learned a lot about the history, culture, and landscapes of the area. The tour guides were knowledgeable and gave very engaging explanations, and the food on the ship was tasty. We booked a standard room, and overall we slept quite well. Being able to get so close to the Yangtze River, watching the waves and listening to the sound of the water at night, was such a romantic experience. To be honest, when we first saw the bathroom walls, we felt a little uncomfortable because of the appearance. But once we used the shower, we found that the water pressure was strong and the water was warm, so it was actually quite comfortable. Perhaps the cruise company could do a little more cleaning around the shower head and the handrail to remove some water stains, and then it would be nearly perfect. Since we are not used to getting up early during holidays, the early morning schedules for some of the sightseeing stops were a little challenging for us. But this was truly a memorable journey that we will treasure for a long time. We would definitely recommend this cruise to our foreign friends. It was a wonderful way to experience the beauty of the Yangtze River and the Three Gorges.

Jia

Jia‚ China, July 30, 2026

Hi Leo

The trip was really good.

All the tour guides and drivers were excellent. Very good English, always helpful and always on time.

Especially Eva(Beijing) and Kaia(Zhangjiajie) will go above and beyond being so helpful and willing to stay later so we can get the most of the tour experience.

The hotel and the food were very good. So many choice to choose from.

And our course, you have also been so patience and very helpful recommending ideas for our trip.

We all had a loverly time and I would definitely book your company again for our future trip to other parts of China, and will certainly recommend your company to our friends.

Thank you, the tour guides and drivers.

Best regards

Kenny

Kenny‚ Hungary, July 29, 2026

Hello Leo,

We liked the cruise very much. The ship was great and the cabin (we upgraded to celestial), food, excursions and especially the crew were all good.

We liked the itinerary and we had a super time.

(Although when we arrived in Yichang all the trains to Chongqing were cancelled so we arranged a Didi driver to take us there (it took 11 hours!) the driver did a very good job and was rewarded accordingly.

Best

Marcus

Marcus‚ Netherlands, July 28, 2026

Dear Rita,

Many thanks for this mail. We have enjoyed our trip and would like to thank you, Tina and the driver for making this outing a memorable one. We hope we will be able to come again soon (probably, to other parts of China).

Regards,

Yue

Yue‚ Singapore, July 27, 2026
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There will be some meals excluded in your itinerary as you like, and your private guide will be delighted to give you some suggestions and take you to the local restaurants to taste like Beijing Roast Duck, Xian Dumpling Dinner, Sichuan Hotpot, etc., if you are interested in local food tasting.

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  • Shikumen Architecture in Xintiandi Shikumen Architecture in Xintiandi
  • Our Guests visited Yu Garden and Bazaar Our Guests visited Yu Garden and Bazaar
  • Ox-shaped Zun  (Over 2,500 Years) in Shanghai Museum Ox-shaped Zun (Over 2,500 Years) in Shanghai Museum
  • Shanghai World Financial - Rajeev's Group from India Shanghai World Financial - Rajeev's Group from India
  • The Bund: Famous The Bund: Famous "Exhibition of the World's Architecture"
  • Meet Mickey in Shanghai Disney Resort Meet Mickey in Shanghai Disney Resort
  • Special Parade in Shanghai Disney Resort Special Parade in Shanghai Disney Resort
  • Disney Stage Show - Frozen A Sing-along Celebration Disney Stage Show - Frozen A Sing-along Celebration
  • Fairytale-like Shanghai Disney Resort, Picture Shared by Fiona Fairytale-like Shanghai Disney Resort, Picture Shared by Fiona
  • Boats in Zhujiajiao Water Town - Our Guest Gaye from Australia Boats in Zhujiajiao Water Town - Our Guest Gaye from Australia
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1. What are the advantages of China Discovery’s private Shanghai tour packages?

Our private Shanghai tour packages provide you wonderful travel experiences of high quality and best value. Travel with us, you can enjoy the best sightseeing highlights, featured local activities and local experienced and knowledgeable tour guide, efficient private transfer, excellent dining and accommodation and many considerate tour services. One-to-one trip planning is offered during your whole tour. Except our popular itinerary, you can let us design a special travel itinerary in Shanghai based on your own schedule and interests. Also, you have great flexibility of choosing hotel and restaurant. Thousands of customers have realized their Shanghai tour with our help and spoke highly of our arrangement and service that you can get inspired from.

2. Make most use of China’s Visa Free Policy to visit Shanghai.

Normally, you need to get a Chinese Tourist Visa (L Visa) for a Shanghai tour. However, at present, Shanghai offers different visa exemptions applying to different visitors. Knowing them helps you save lots of time, energy and money on applying for a Chinese Visa, and enjoy great convenience to have a visa-free layover tour in Shanghai. The 240-Hour Visa Free Transit and 15-Day Visa Free for Cruise Travelers are the two main visa free accesses used by international travelers.

Shanghai 240-Hour Visa Free: Citizens of over 50 countries who hold an ordinary passport with at least 3 months of validity and an onward flight, train, or cruise ticket to a third country (or region) within 240 hours can transit in designated areas of 24 provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities (including Shanghai) in China’s Mainland for up to 240 hours without a visa. With the new policy, you are allowed to travel across provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities within the permitted stay areas. For example, you could fly into Shanghai and then visit cities like Hangzhou, Beijing, or Zhangjiajie, as long as your total stay does not exceed the 240-hour limit.

Shanghai 15-Day Visa Free for Cruise Entry: Foreign cruise group tourists can make visa-exempted shore excursion in Shanghai, Beijing and other coastal cities for up to 15 days if received by licensed Chinese travel agents.

3. How to Get to Shanghai?

There are three ways to reach Shanghai: by air, by train and by cruise. Shanghai as two airports, Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), both are international airports flying lots of international and domestic lines. You should know that Pudong Airport operates more international flights to/off Shanghai, but is located farther from downtown than Hongqiao Airport. If you want to take a train travel to Shanghai, you can depart from Beijing, Xian, Hong Kong, Guangzhou..., nearly all major cities in China. Besides, you can take an international cruise voyage or a Yangtze River cruise to get to Shanghai.

4. Shanghai Weather & Climate, Best Time to Visit Shanghai

Located in China’s east coast, Shanghai experiences a humid subtropical monsoon climate, which features four distinct seasons, abundant sunshine and rainfall. The annual average temperature of Shanghai is about 17.6℃ and yearly sunshine hours is around 85.9 hours and mean annual precipitation reaches up to 1,173.4 mm, which mostly occurs between May and September. Shanghai is quite hot and moist during summer (June ~ August) and clammy and cold in winter (December ~ February). As an metropolis highlighting in cultural & historical sites and modern skyscrapers, Shanghai can be visited all year round. If you think of temperature comfort, travel convenience and seasonal features, Spring (March ~ May) and Autumn (September ~ November) are the best times to visit Shanghai, for the weather is quite pleasant, nature scenery is beautiful and a good time to taste crabs.

5. Extend your Shanghai tour to Suzhou, Hangzhou and other destinations is strongly suggested.

Normally, top Shanghai city highlights can be covered within a 2 to 3 days’ itinerary. Nearby area, such as Suzhou, a poetic city of classical gardens and Hangzhou, a paradise city with West Lake, both with UNESCO World Heritages are worth for a Jiangnan style natural and cultural exploration. It’s very popular to take day trips or spend 2 days in each city. If you have 2 days and more, you can also make a marvellous hiking in Huangshan Mountain, travel to Beijing realizing your Great Wall tour, visit Xian to see the miraculous Terracotta Army, to Guilin for a picturesque Li River Cruise and idyllic countryside experience, etc. Just contact us, tell your schedule and preference, we can tailor-make a unique China tour of different destination, theme and length for you.

6. How to Start Your China Tour from Shanghai?

If you choose Shanghai as the gateway city for a China discovery, it’s very convenient to travel from Shanghai to other parts of China, based on the city’s excellent transportation network. Depending on your time and personal interests, you can easily enjoy a China trip of different destination, theme and length. The “”Golden Triangle Cities” - Beijing, Xian and Shanghai are the top three must-visit destinations with the most famous iconic attractions of China, which can be covered in 7 to 8 days’ itinerary. If you only want to explore diverse charm in neighboring area of Shanghai, 5 days is enough to visit Suzhou and Hangzhou with Shanghai, and 9 days is fine to add the Huangshan Mountain in. With over 10 days, you can more stunning experiences, such as a relaxing Yangtze River Cruise tour, a pastoral Guilin countryside life immersion, a super cool real “Avatar World” expedition in Zhangjiajie, a colorful ethnic culture in Yunnan, and sacred spiritual trip to Tibet and so on. Just contact us, tell your schedule and preference, we can tailor-make a unique China tour for you.

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