Shanghai No. 1 (3 days/2 nights)

Arrival in Shanghai—the world's largest metropolis, largest port, and one of the world's major financial centers.
Excursion program with lunch at a Chinese restaurant:
9:00-10:00 Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a complimentary transfer from their accommodation to the meeting point. The exact time will be communicated the day before the tour.
10:00-10:30 Departure for Yuyuan Garden
10:30-12:00 Visit to Yuyuan Garden—Visit a 600-year-old Taoist shrine—the Temple of the City Deity. Admire the Ming-style architecture with red walls and black roof tiles, as well as stone sculptures of Taoist figures. Stroll through the temple's shopping area, buy original handicrafts, and sample signature Shanghai snacks, including the famous xiaolongbao.
12:00-12:30 Transfer to the restaurant.
12:30-1:30 Lunch.
1:30-3:00 PM Walk along the Wai Tan River.
3:00-4:00 PM Huangpu River Cruise - Embark on a 45-minute river cruise along the Huangpu River, admiring famous buildings from the deck, including the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Shanghai Bund. The fresh breeze, city lights, and unique atmosphere will make this cruise a special Shanghai experience.
4:00-4:30 PM Departure to the Oriental Pearl TV Tower.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Visit to the Oriental Pearl TV Tower (first and second spheres) - Walk along the transparent observation ring at a height of 259 meters and admire the panoramic views of the city and the Huangpu River.
6:00 PM Group disbandment. Return to the hotel on your own.

Tour program with lunch at a Chinese restaurant:
8:00-9:00 Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a complimentary shuttle service from their accommodation to the meeting point. The exact time will be communicated the day before the tour.
9:00-10:00 Departure by bus to Zhujiajiao.
10:00-12:30 Immerse yourself in the leisurely atmosphere of a water town in southern China—the ancient city of Zhujiajiao (boat ride included), built on water. Stroll across the region's largest five-arched stone bridge and admire the white walls and black roof tiles of the buildings on both sides of the river. Wander through ancient streets from the Ming and Qing dynasties, visit the gardens of southern China, the temple of the city's deity, and art galleries to enjoy the tranquility and restore your inner balance.
12:30-1:30 PM Lunch.
1:30-2:00 PM Departure to Shanghai Qingpu Outlet.
2:00-4:00 PM Independent tour of Shanghai Qingpu Outlet.
4:00-5:00 PM Departure to Nanjing Road. Group breakup. Independent tour and return to the hotel.

Tour program with lunch at a Chinese restaurant:
9:00-10:00 Meet at the designated location. Guests not staying at the organizers' hotel will receive a complimentary shuttle service from their accommodation to the meeting point. The exact time will be communicated the day before the tour.
10:00-10:30 Departure to the Jade Buddha Temple.
10:30-12:00 Visit to the Jade Buddha Temple. One of Shanghai's most famous shrines, built in the palace style of the Song Dynasty. Yellow walls, black tiles, and gracefully curved roofs create a harmonious appearance. The main relic is a 1.95-meter-tall Buddha statue carved from a single piece of jade, a jewel of Buddhist art. The temple also features vibrantly painted and wooden statues, reflecting the mastery of Chinese sculpture. 12:00-1:00 PM Lunch.
1:00-1:30 PM Departure to the China Palace of Arts.
1:30-3:30 PM Visit to the China Palace of Arts. The China Palace of Arts, located in the EXPO pavilion, houses a collection of modern and classical Chinese art, including paintings, sculptures, and traditional graphic works. Of particular interest is the multimedia version of the famous scroll "On the River During the Qingming Festival."
3:30-5:00 PM Visit to Asia's largest glass botanical garden, where three pavilions introduce the world of tropical plants: arid, forest, and flowering. Here you can see giant cacti, baobabs, and a 20-meter ecotank with exotic fish. An unforgettable experience awaits.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Departure to Tianzifang. Group disbandment. Independent exploration and return to the hotel.