Shanghai Highlife

Shanghai is a city of contrasts, where centuries-old traditions meet one of the world’s most dynamic urban landscapes. Once a modest fishing settlement, it grew into a global trading hub shaped by international influences, leaving behind a legacy of grand colonial architecture, historic neighbourhoods, and cultural treasures. Today, the elegance of the Bund and the charm of the former French Concession stand alongside Pudong’s futuristic skyline, reflecting a city constantly reinventing itself. Discover the many layers of Shanghai, from its storied past to its contemporary creativity, through a journey beyond the city’s iconic landmarks.

What’s Included

What’s Excluded

How do I book this tour?

Please use the inquiry form on the right-hand side of this page or email [email protected] to get started. One of our travel designers will be in touch accordingly to start the process of planning your custom China trip! 

What is the payment schedule? 

1. Deposit:

Once you are ready to book, a deposit equivalent of 20% of the total trip cost is required to begin reserving your arrangements. This will go towards your total trip costs and will be taken off your final balance amount. 

2. Full payment:
   Full trip payment will be requested 60 days prior to departure. If you’re booking within 60 days of your departure, you may be asked to pay make the full payment straight away.

Payments can be made via credit card, bank transfer, WeChat or Alipay. 

What is your cancellation policy? 

See our full booking conditions here. 

We’re on the ground with you

Our team of advisors will design every detail of the trip with you through close consultation, then orchestrate your entire journey while on the ground. We’re in the same time zone as you, so we can fulfill requests and handle issues without a hitch. With over 40 staff in China and an expansive network of operational partners across the country, we have the manpower to ensure your journey is safe, reliable and comfortable from beginning to end.

Your trip, your way

Flexibility is our highest-ranking compliment. We pull off journeys for pioneers with a 6-hour layover to Hollywood’s elite, and everywhere in between. Our team regularly pulls off unprecedented logistical feats; nearly any time frame or budget is within our realm. No matter how you wish to experience China, we are here to bring that dream to life.

We embody passion

WildChina guides are carefully handpicked for their knowledge and charisma, then meticulously trained to maintain our exceptional service standards. They are expert storytellers and passionate natives of the regions where they guide, having the perfect combination of local insights and service know-how to bring you seamless once-in-a- lifetime moments all across China.

The little things, the big picture

Supporting inspired local economies allows you to experience the soul of the destination, while also protecting and cultivating China’s artisanal culture. From watching artisans creating their handcrafts, to picking organic vegetables for dinner on a local farm, our tours are designed to showcase and protect China’s heritage, both natural and human.