Customized Private Tour In Shanghai The Bund Yu Garden Zhujiajiao

We loved our custom private tour experience with Shiyu! We got to see so many iconic sights and a few unique ones that we had on our list. She was super knowledgeable and helped us out with other information for the rest of our trip. We even got to stop at Heytea and tried a Michelin Guide restaurant for lunch. Thank you so much for the best first day in Shanghai!

We had a fantastic time in Shanghai and the water town over the past few days, thanks to Shiyu and Fan. These tour guides took care of everything for us. Beyond just the sights, they also helped us navigate Shanghai and shared great tips. Need help or have questions? They are always there for you. They also take great photos. Shiyu and Fan come highly recommended!

I had such a wonderful day with Shiyu. First time to China and only day in Shanghai after a long haul overnight flight and I just loved every minute of it. We fitted in so many beautiful places without rushing and Watertown at the end of the day was fabulous. I felt like I was with a friend and it was so comfortable and easy. Can’t wait to come and do more together. Thank you so much for making this trip so memorable from the first day.

We had an absolutely wonderful experience with our guide, Shiyu, in Shanghai! Even before we arrived in China, Shiyu and her father, Fan, were incredibly helpful. They helped and gave us useful advice, and patiently assisted us with everything related to setting up and using the different apps we needed in China. Their help made our arrival and our whole trip so much easier and less stressful. Our day with Shiyu was truly fantastic. She took us to key and beautiful places in Shanghai, shared interesting information about the city, and made sure we had a wonderful time. She was friendly, kind, knowledgeable, attentive, and incredibly thoughtful. One of the things we loved most was how amazing she was at taking photos! Throughout the entire tour, she took fantastic pictures of us and captured so many beautiful memories. She clearly has a great eye for photography, and we now have some of our favorite family travel photos thanks to her. We enjoyed our time with Shiyu so much and the following evening she invited us to meet again for hot pot and to take even more photos together. We had such a lovely evening! This went far beyond what we would normally expect from a tour guide. We genuinely felt that Shiyu and her family cared about making our trip special. Shiyu is not just an excellent guide — she is a wonderful, warm, and genuinely caring person. Her help started even before we arrived and continued throughout our stay. We are incredibly grateful to Shiyu and Fan for everything they did for us. They made our Shanghai experience even more memorable, and we would recommend Shiyu without hesitation to anyone visiting Shanghai. Thank you, Shiyu and Fan, for making our trip so special! ❤️

Experience was great. I am very thankful to Shiyu for showing me a beautiful city of Shanghai. This was a full day trip and totally worth it. I am still contemplating the worth of visiting the nearby Watertown since it takes about an hour to get here, but I have zero regrets about booking the tour guide. It was an amazing experience. Very friendly, it was easy to navigate the city thanks to Shiyu.

I did about a 5 hour tour with Shiyu around some memorable spots around Shanghai. As a first time traveller she was very helpful with planning an itinerary for the day and was flexible with what I wanted to do and where to eat! She was very knowledgeable and fun to explore the city with. She took me to places that only a local would know about and it was a great experience. She also showed me how to use the metro line for my own travels around the city and also took some great photos for me as well! She was very patient as I took pictures around all the spots we visited. I also booked for a Monday but Shiyu was very flexible with the days and recommended another day where sites were open for us to explore. I cannot recommend Shiyu enough to travellers to Shanghai - was such a great experience and will be such a memorable day. Thank you Shiyu ☺️

Shiyu was super friendly and amazing to spend time with in Shanghai. Her and her Dad give honest recommendations and a local service. Before I met up with her, communication was 10/10 over WhatsApp with Shiyu and her Dad in organizing my itinerary for our day. She also was able to conveniently order stuff for me on Taobao and have it delivered to my hotel ready for me to pick up. She was on time to meet me at my hotel, and getting around the city with metro and didi was easy. I made the mistake of wearing sleeveless shirt when we had plans to visit Jade Buddha temple. But she knew another entrance to avoid me having to buy a shoulder scarf and still be able to visit. On the spot, was also able to bring me to a tea shop to buy good quality tea leaves. She made me feel relaxed and prompted many good photo opportunities and spots with less crowds. Her rate is very reasonable, and it was worthwhile. I highly recommend for other solo travelers, especially women :)

I highly recommend Ming and Shiyu Fan’s private tour services in Shanghai. The experience was outstanding, the value for money was excellent, and I left China wanting to experience more! The charges were all very transparent and reasonable. The photos that Shiyu and Ming take are very instagram-worthy. The choices of food places for lunches and dinners were great local places rather than tourist traps (food were good, prices were more than reasonable). Ming and Shiyu were also more than helpful for my journey prior to arriving in China by helping me set-up all the necessary phone apps for smooth travel (including Alipay, WeChat, and A-maps). If you are planning your trip to Shanghai soon, you will not be disappointed with Ming and Shiyu Fan’s tour services!

Excellent private guide in Shanghai We spent one full day sightseeing in Shanghai with Shiyu, and it was one of the best experiences of our trip to China. We visited three different places in China, and Shanghai became our favourite — largely thanks to her. Shiyu was professional, warm and very helpful throughout the day. She organized everything well, helped us use public transport, supported us with communication, and adjusted the pace so the day felt smooth and enjoyable, not rushed. What made the tour especially valuable was that she did not only show us the main sights. Thanks to Shiyu, we learned a lot about everyday life in China, including education, work, family life and local customs. We also had a very funny and natural exchange about cultural differences between our countries, which made the experience feel personal and authentic. Another highlight was the hot pot lunch she recommended. It was the best culinary experience of our entire visit to China — delicious, local, fun and something we probably would not have chosen so confidently without her help. One more thing we really appreciated was that Shiyu took beautiful photos for us during the tour. With her Huawei smartphone and great eye for composition, the pictures turned out much better than the ones we took with our own phones, and they became a wonderful additional memory from the day. We can highly recommend Shiyu to anyone visiting Shanghai. She made the city easy to understand, enjoyable to explore and much more meaningful for our family.

I booked this tour without really knowing what to expect, but from the moment I confirmed my booking, I knew we were in good hands. Fan contacted me straight away to ask about our trip, what we wanted to see, and what we hoped to get out of the day. She worked her magic and created a bespoke itinerary tailored perfectly to us, even suggesting a few changes that took us away from the typical tourist spots and allowed us to experience the real Shanghai. She knew all the best locations for photos and exactly where to stand to capture some amazing memories that we'll treasure forever. We travelled between locations using Didi, which kept transport costs low, and she introduced us to local restaurants where we were able to try authentic Shanghai cuisine that we would never have found on our own. Fan's local knowledge, attention to detail, and friendly personality made this one of the highlights of our trip. If you're looking for a personalised experience that shows you the real Shanghai rather than just the usual tourist attractions, I couldn't recommend this private bespoke tour highly enough. She even got us a little gift. Traveled with my husband and 12 year old son. Visited Yu Garden, Jade Buddha, 1000 trees and Zhujiajiao water town.

Best tour experience. Customized and flexible. Shiyu was very understanding when we had to postpone as my husband suddenly became ill. When we resumed a couple of days later, we went according to our pace and needs. Shiyu knew exactly where and when to go and provided suggestions. Highly recommended!

Fan Ming gave us a very welcoming and personalised intro to Shanghai. We really appreciated his pre-trip communication, helpful suggestions and advice. We visited two contrasting ancient water towns on the afternoon and evening that we arrived in Shanghai. Very memorable and Fan took some great photos! The following day Fan guided us around some of the highlights of Shanghai city - his knowledge and friendly, fun approach contributed to making this a fantastic way of seeing tourist attractions - and also some interesting and less touristy places. He really looked after us and took plenty of excellent photos for us to remember our day with him! Totally recommend contacting Fan if you are planning a visit to Shanghai!!!

We had an absolutely fantastic private tour with Fan, and it was one of the highlights of our trip to Shanghai. From the very beginning, communication was excellent. Fan was flexible with the date so we could visit on the day with the best weather, and before the tour he shared lots of helpful advice about Shanghai, including the best viewpoints and times to visit attractions to avoid the crowds. On the day, our t, Fan collected the four of us directly from our hotel, making everything completely stress-free. Our first stop was Jinxi Ancient Water Town, which was much quieter than the more famous towns and exactly what we were hoping for. Fan brought the town to life by explaining its fascinating history and local culture, recommended a lovely coffee stop, and gave us plenty of time to wander the beautiful streets, take photographs, and simply soak up the atmosphere. He also arranged a traditional boat ride, which was a real highlight of the day. We then travelled to Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town, which was equally beautiful. He timed our visit perfectly so we could experience the magical evening lights reflecting on the canals—a truly unforgettable sight. He also took us to a wonderful local restaurant and helped us choose an amazing selection of delicious dishes that we would never have ordered on our own. Throughout the day he was informative, entertaining, and tailored the tour perfectly to our group's interests rather than rushing us from place to place. One of the biggest bonuses was that Fan is an excellent photographer! He took so many incredible photos of our group throughout the day and kindly shared them with us afterwards. It meant we have wonderful memories of the trip without constantly having to ask strangers to take our pictures. This private tour offered far better value than many of the larger tour companies we looked at, while providing a much more personal and flexible experience. We honestly couldn't have asked for a better guide or organiser. We didn’t use his services to explore Shanghai itself as we had plenty of time to do that at our leisure - if you don’t know where to start with planning a city tour or don’t want to have to use the metro / walk for miles, he’d be a fantastic option.  Thank you, Fan for an unforgettable day. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend this tour to anyone visiting Shanghai who wants to experience the ancient water towns in a relaxed, authentic, and memorable way.

Other than the rain our tour with Fan was perfection. He was kind, patient, informative and knew all the best places to take us. Oh he is a wonderful photographer too! We ate some wonderful street food, had dinner at the best Chinese restaurant and topped it off with rice ice cream. Fan took us to two water towns. The first was a very authentic water town, where we spent most of our time. The second was best for the lights at night. Fan also spent a lot of individual time with our daughter teaching her. She loved every minute of it and said it was an experience she will always remember. If you are looking for a tour book with Fan you will not be disappointed!!!

My sister and I had a fantastic experience in Shanghai thanks to our tour guides. It is a father-daughter duo local to Shanghai. After you book, they reach out via Whatsapp to curate a personalized itinerary based on your schedule and interests. They gave us local tips on what to see, how to get around all, and where to shop. They were so helpful we decided to book two days with them: one day with the daughter in the city and one day with the father in the water towns. They know all the best spots to take pictures, and the photos were incredible. They also made great recommendations for other things we could do on our own afterwards.

A very kind and friendly guide, extremely helpful and knowledgeable as a true local. Highly recommended!

I had an amazing time with Fan. He drove us to some beautiful water towns and guided us through them for the entire day, along with showing us the food, the history, and some amazing photo spots.

Fan is an excellent tour guide. I had a great tour with him — very friendly, extremely knowledgeable about Shanghai, and he shared plenty of useful tips that really improved my stay. If you want to explore the city with someone who truly knows it, he’s the right person!

Fan Ming is a great guide. He shown lot of interest trying to understand our needs, and eventually organised a perfect day-trip during a long flight stopover we had at Shanghai. We could visit both Jinxi and Zhujiajiao on the same day, in a calm manner and with no stress. Fan Ming knows as well many beautiful places for lunch, tea or just sightseeing… so… book with him! You will have a great time! P.S.: He is a great photographer! You will get nice pictures 😁

This is much more than a private free tour. Ming is not only an excellent local guide and photographer (for your social networks 😊) He is as well your local friend. He will take care of you and make sure you are happy during your time at China. Book with him! You will not regret!

My tour with Fan in Shanghai was truly exceptional! One of the best experiences I’ve had anywhere. From the very first moment, it was clear that Fan isn’t just a guide; he’s someone who genuinely cares about making your time unforgettable. He knew so much about every place we visited, from famous landmarks to hidden corners of the city, and he shared stories and insights that brought Shanghai to life in a completely new way. What made the experience truly special, though, was that Fan was not just a guide, he became friend 🥹 He was thoughtful, kind, and incredibly patient, while we waited for rain to stop and he also took amazing photos of me throughout the tour, truly some of the best travel pictures I’ve ever had. If you’re looking for more than just a tour, but a genuine connection and unforgettable memories, I can’t recommend Fan highly enough. He made Shanghai not only fascinating, but also warm and personal.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10 I had such a wonderful experience with my tour guides, a kind father and daughter team, who truly treated me like part of their family. They went above and beyond to make my stay in Shanghai special. A special mention to Shiyu, who was with me at every breakfast and made me feel so welcomed and cared for - my instant little sister. Their warmth, hospitality, and genuine kindness made my trip unforgettable. I highly recommend them to anyone visiting Shanghai—you won’t just get great guides, you’ll gain wonderful friends. Bonus - Fan Ming has some special photography skills. 💙

The tour is amazing , and they really try that you have a good experience. It is very recommended !!! Cindy and Roberto :))

What a lovely experience we had. We spent a wonderful day, even better than we expected. Definitely, the best decision!! Don’t miss it…totally recommended!! 🥰

The activity exceeded all our expectations Fan is a brilliant guy with so much energy and knowledge Thank You Fan for accomodating me and my Friends so easily on this great tour Jinxi was so beautiful to see in its original state and Fan helped us navigate this town with so much ease He made us try local delicacies which me and my friend loved and happy to have tried out. Enroute to the Zhujiajao Water town we had a surprising pitstop to watch one of the lovely sunset points in Shanghai which not many people are aware It was calm and serene. Fan then took us to the lovely lit up water town in the evening just after dark and it was brilliant to experience the vibrant Zhujiajao Fan is indeed Your Friendly Neighborhood Shanghai infoman Not only he has a wealth of knowledge about his town but makes it a point to explain and lets his tourist friends experience Shanghai as a local He is 100% recommended and Without him you will miss a part of Shanghai you never would find out about

We booked with Ming 2 tour and both of them were incredible. He brought us to a less known to foreigners water town where you could feel an authentic vibe. On the other day he brought us to explore the city, giving us lots of insight that just a native could have. Moreover, he was really kind to us and gave us so many tips! A plus? He is an incredible photographer that can capture all the magical moment.

We choose this option to reach the water town near Shanghai. We visited 2 different water towns, the first one where we were rhe only foreigners and the second one which was more famous. The experience was absolutely incredible! Our guide Fan Ming was the best, he helped us also before the tour started giving us suggestions and letting us personalizing the experience in every details. A MUST CHOOSE TOUR

Fan Ming was the best. We did every form of travel in shanghai. He is very knowledgeable, with excellent history of Shanghai. The price was good and we did so much. Anyone going to Shanghai chase this guy up, he is the best. Lots of photos transferred to my phone from his. Terrific 3 days.

We had an amazing experience with Ming! He took us to Jinxi and Zhujiajiao. We loved Jinxi—one very few ancient towns still very well preserved. Ming was very accommodating and knowledgeable and we had lots of fun! We’d definitely recommend a tour with him in Shanghai and in the water towns!

He is a wonderful guide. During our trip we became real friends. He knows a lot about the city, will show the most beautiful and interesting places. I recommend it to everyone!

My experience with Fan Ming as a guide in Shanghai was very enriching. His deep knowledge of the city, his passion for sharing it, and his kindness made my trip unforgettable. From the moment I met him, I felt like a friend. He personalized the itinerary perfectly, taking me to authentic, off-the-beaten-track places where I could experience the daily life of Shanghainese. Fan Ming is also a great conversationalist. His explanations were clear and concise, and he was always willing to answer my questions. Thanks to him, I learned a lot about the culture and history of Shanghai.

During the process, they often actively introduce the surrounding scenery and related history, and also introduce good photo spots, allowing people to gain a lot.

The trips were amazing in one word thanks to Shiyu and Fan. They organize according to the client's wishes and also give many tips. They not only help with sights, but also show you around the city. Besides, they are always ready for you. What is also wonderful and almost never thought of is taking photos. They do that for you! Great photos (memories). We are going to the next city in China and even there they try to guide us with a tour guide from their network. Really great! Shiyu and Fan are definitely recommended when you visit Shanghai.