Explore China
A modern metropolis with skyscrapers and historical landmarks
Shanghai is China's most cosmopolitan city, a dazzling fusion of East and West that has captivated travellers for centuries. The Bund — a waterfront promenade lined with colonial-era architecture — faces the futuristic skyline of Pudong across the Huangpu River, creating one of the most iconic cityscapes in the world.
Beyond the glittering towers, Shanghai reveals layers of history and culture. The French Concession neighbourhood is a tree-lined haven of art deco buildings, boutique cafes, and hidden gardens. Yu Garden, dating back to the Ming Dynasty, offers a tranquil escape in the heart of the old city, while the nearby bazaar bustles with vendors selling traditional crafts and xiaolongbao (soup dumplings).
Shanghai's food scene is legendary — from delicate dim sum and hairy crab (a seasonal delicacy) to innovative fusion restaurants. The city is also China's fashion and art capital, home to galleries, design studios, and a nightlife scene that rivals any global metropolis.
Best time to visit: October to November for mild autumn weather, or March to May for spring
Journey along China's ancient Silk Road from Urumqi to Xi'an across 17 days — exploring Heavenly Lake, the Flaming Mountains, Mogao Caves, colourful Danxia mountains, Bingling Temple grottoes, and the Terracotta Warriors.
From NZD $6,699
A 17-day journey through China's greatest imperial and cultural treasures — from Beijing's Forbidden City and the Great Wall to the Potala Palace in Lhasa, a Yangtze River Three Gorges cruise, and the dazzling skyline of Shanghai.
NZD $9,999
The ultimate 27-day China experience — from the Great Wall and Forbidden City to a Yangtze River cruise, giant pandas in Chengdu, the Li River in Guilin, classical gardens of Suzhou, West Lake in Hangzhou, and vibrant Shanghai.
From NZD $10,899
Discover China's most breathtaking natural landscapes across 16 days — from Shanghai's urban charm to the karst peaks of Guilin, the pandas of Chengdu, the ancient riverside beauty of Fenghuang, and the dramatic "Avatar" mountains of Zhangjiajie.
From NZD $7,670
Fifteen days from Beijing's Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, Great Wall and hutongs, by high-speed train to Xi'an's Terracotta Army, then by air to Hangzhou via Puyuan's fashion ancient town, West Lake and Longjing tea, finishing in Shanghai before your return via Beijing.
NZD $4,539 per person
October-ready from Auckland — Yangtze Delta loop: Suzhou gardens and Shantang Street, Wuxi lakeside sights and Three Kingdoms City, Hanfu and afternoon tea in Xinshi water town, Hangzhou's West Lake and Longjing tea, then Shanghai's Bund. Visa-free entry may apply for many NZ trips (confirm dates); mid-October departure published.
NZD $2,999 per person
Explore dynamic and beautiful Shanghai on China's east coast, experiencing the city's transformation from a sleepy fishing town to a modern metropolis of skyscrapers and modern lifestyle.
From NZD $1,060
See the best Shanghai has to offer! This compact stopover showcases Shanghai's historic and modern attractions in an efficient timeframe.
From NZD $875
A vibrant fusion of tradition and modernity through Shanghai's old quarters, artistic neighbourhoods, and riverfront, plus Suzhou's water-town charm and elegant gardens.
From NZD $1,356
Explore Shanghai's modern attractions combined with the timeless beauty of Wuzhen, the peerless water town in the south of the Yangtze River.
From NZD $1,760
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