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5-Day Shanghai and Hangzhou High Tech Tour
Smart City Innovation, AI & Future Technology in China
Explore the innovation heart of China on this 5 day Shanghai and Hangzhou high tech tour. Visit Shanghai Tower and its world’s fastest elevators, ride a real driverless bus, and discover the Alibaba Creative Ecological Park in Hangzhou.
This flexible private tour blends high tech exploration with iconic landmarks like the Bund, Nanjing Road, and West Lake. Travel at your own pace with a professional tour guide, private driver, chosen hotel, and entrance tickets included.
5 Days / 4 Nights
5 day Shanghai and Hangzhou high tech tour by high-speed train.
Innovation Highlights
Shanghai Tower, world’s fastest elevators, driverless bus, Alibaba Creative Ecological Park.
Private Tour Experience
Private vehicle, English-speaking tour guide, flexible schedule, chosen hotel.
Technology Meets Culture
Bund, Nanjing Road, West Lake, smart city innovation in China.
What Makes This Journey Different
A Hong Kong–registered travel group
Backed by a Hong Kong group, with local teams across China.
Secure payments
Pay safely by Visa, MasterCard, Apple Pay, PayPal, or bank transfer.
24/7 support
Real human assistance before, during, and after your journey in China.
Custom experiences
Activities and pacing tailored to your interests and travel style.
5-Day Shanghai & Hangzhou High Tech Tour Overview
This 5 day Shanghai and Hangzhou high tech tour balances innovation, smart city exploration, and iconic city landmarks. From Shanghai Tower and the Bund to Alibaba Creative Ecological Park and West Lake in Hangzhou, each day blends technology, culture, and immersive experiences.
| Day | City | Innovation & Cultural Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Shanghai | Arrival, hotel check-in, skyline orientation, optional evening city walk |
| Day 2 | Shanghai | Shanghai Tower (world’s fastest elevators), Bund, VR park, Nanjing Road |
| Day 3 | Shanghai | Shanghai Legoland or Disneyland, innovation-themed entertainment |
| Day 4 | Shanghai → Hangzhou | High-speed train, West Lake, Wen’er Market, driverless bus, Alibaba Creative Ecological Park, Wensan Future Technology Center |
| Day 5 | Hangzhou | Smart city insights, departure from Hangzhou Airport or return to Shanghai |
Tour Signature Experiences
This 5 day Shanghai and Hangzhou high tech tour is crafted for travelers who want to explore innovation in China without worrying about logistics. With a professional tour guide, private transportation, smooth high-speed train connections, and carefully selected hotel accommodation, your journey flows effortlessly between Shanghai and Hangzhou.
Private Coach for Scenic Day Trips
Executive Business Vehicle
Innovation Highlights That Define the Future
Step Inside the Innovation Engine of Hangzhou
Go beyond surface visits and take a true deep dive into Hangzhou’s tech ecosystem. Explore the Alibaba Creative Ecological Park, witness Unitree Robotics’ humanoid robots in action, and experience the Wensan Future Technology Center — where smart city solutions and digital innovation shape everyday life in China.
Experience the Engineering Marvel of Shanghai Tower
Rise above Shanghai in the world’s fastest elevators and discover the massive tuned damper that stabilizes this iconic skyscraper. Learn how advanced engineering keeps one of the world’s tallest buildings standing strong against wind and motion.
Ride the Future: Real Autonomous Transportation
Feel the difference between theory and reality as you ride a real driverless bus in designated smart zones. This isn’t a simulation — it’s technology already operating in daily urban life.
Discover Modern Urban Lifestyle at Wen’er Market
Explore a stylish, clean local market that blends traditional flavors with contemporary city culture — a glimpse into how innovation reshapes even daily life in Hangzhou.
Enter Immersive VR & AI-Driven Entertainment
At Shanghai’s cutting-edge VR park, technology transforms storytelling into fully interactive adventure. Step into digital worlds where innovation meets imagination.
Build, Play & Imagine at Shanghai Legoland
More than just fun — Legoland reflects creativity, engineering thinking, and interactive design. A perfect stop for families and curious minds.
Real Traveler Moments
From Shanghai Tower’s world’s fastest elevators to a real driverless bus ride in Hangzhou, this 5 day Shanghai and Hangzhou high tech tour reveals how innovation shapes modern China.
Explore the Bund, admire West Lake, and experience smart city life firsthand.
Suggested Itinerary
This 5 day Shanghai and Hangzhou high tech tour is thoughtfully designed for travelers who want to explore innovation, culture, and daily life in modern China. The itinerary can be adjusted according to your travel date, interests, and chosen hotel category.
Day 1 – Arrival in Shanghai | Welcome to the Future City
Welcome to Shanghai, China’s most dynamic innovation hub.
Your private tour guide will meet you at the airport arrivals hall and escort you to your chosen hotel in a comfortable private vehicle.
Early arrivals may leave luggage at the hotel before check-in (after 14:00). The rest of the day is free to relax or explore nearby streets at your own pace.
Overnight in Shanghai.
Day 2 – Shanghai | Skyline, Engineering & Immersive Technology
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Begin your day Shanghai experience at Shanghai Tower, the tallest building in China. Ride the world’s fastest elevators to the observation deck in under one minute and admire a panoramic view over the Bund, Huangpu River, and the futuristic skyline.
Learn how the massive tuned damper stabilizes this landmark against wind and motion — a true engineering marvel.
Continue your Shanghai city exploration along the historic Bund, where classical European-style buildings contrast with modern skyscrapers across the river.
In the afternoon, enter a cutting-edge VR theme park where immersive digital storytelling transforms technology into fun, interactive adventure.
End your evening walking along Nanjing Road, Shanghai’s most vibrant pedestrian street filled with neon lights, local snacks, and energy.
Overnight in Shanghai.
Day 3 – Shanghai | Creativity, Innovation & Theme Park Fun
Breakfast Included
Today offers flexibility depending on your interests.
Option 1: Visit Shanghai Legoland, the world’s largest LEGO park, featuring record-breaking rides and creative interactive attractions — perfect for families and children.
Option 2: Spend the day at Shanghai Disneyland, an exciting alternative combining world-class entertainment with immersive storytelling.
Both parks showcase innovation in entertainment design and digital experiences.
Overnight in Shanghai.
Day 4 – Shanghai to Hangzhou | Smart City & Digital Innovation
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou by high-speed train in just one hour — convenient and comfortable transportation between two leading innovation cities in China.
Begin your Hangzhou visit at the scenic West Lake, where you can enjoy a relaxing boat ride and admire pagodas, bridges, and lakeside gardens — a perfect blend of culture and scenery.
Continue to Wen’er Market, a modern local market that reflects Hangzhou’s vibrant lifestyle and culinary culture.
Experience a real driverless bus ride in a designated smart city zone — a glimpse into autonomous transportation shaping China’s urban future.
Visit the Alibaba Creative Ecological Park to understand how Alibaba grew from Hangzhou into a global technology giant influencing daily life in China.
Then explore the Wensan Future Technology Center, featuring innovations from Alibaba, Unitree Robotics, and other tech pioneers. Discover robotics demonstrations, AI applications, and immersive exhibits that highlight Hangzhou’s digital ecosystem.
Overnight in Hangzhou.
Day 5 – Hangzhou Departure | Until Tomorrow
Breakfast Included
Your guide and driver will escort you to Hangzhou Airport. Alternatively, you may depart from Shanghai depending on your flight schedule.
We look forward to welcoming you again for another innovation journey in China.
Hotel Options & Location
Accommodation in Guilin and Yangshuo on this 5-day Guilin tour is selected for comfort and location.
In Guilin city center, we arrange quality 4–5 star hotels with good breakfast and easy access to city highlights.
In Yangshuo and Xingping, stays include well-rated 4-star or scenic boutique hotels near the Li River, ideal for a quieter countryside atmosphere.
- 4-star comfort in prime locations
- 5-star or boutique upgrades available
- Family or connecting rooms on request
Tip: Share your preferences (location, breakfast, gym/pool, quiet rooms) and we’ll recommend the best match.
Tour Price & Inclusions
Tour Code: SH-5D-HZHT
From US$969
per adult
- Indicative price for a private tour (2 adults) with well-located 4-star hotels.
- Price includes basic travel insurance and a complimentary translation device for easy local interaction.
- Final pricing depends on travel dates, group size, room type, and hotel level (boutique / star hotel upgrades on request).
- Domestic flights and/or high-speed train tickets are arranged based on the confirmed itinerary.
Comfort-first private touring
Private guide & driver in each city — flexible pace.
Designed around you
We tailor sights, timing, and hotel level to you.
Clear pricing, no surprises
Inclusions confirmed before you book.
What’s Included
Private air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver for all scheduled transfers
English-speaking local guide for all included sightseeing
All entrance tickets and activities listed in the confirmed itinerary
Domestic flights and/or high speed train tickets between itinerary cities (as per plan)
Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast (4-star standard; boutique hotels / star hotel upgrades optional)
Government taxes and service charges
24/7 support while you are traveling
What’s Not Included
International flights to and from China
China visa fees (if applicable)
Meals not specified in the itinerary (many lunches are included; dinners often flexible)
Personal expenses and optional experiences
Booking & Payment Details
- Deposit: 20% to confirm your booking. The deposit is refundable within 48 hours after confirmation if plans change.
- Balance: Due 15–20 days before arrival, or upon confirmation for late bookings.
- Payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, Apple Pay, PayPal, or bank transfer.
- Changes: Free minor itinerary adjustments up to 14 days before the trip starts.
- Cancellation: Flexible cancellation policy. Specific terms will be confirmed based on travel dates and hotel selection.
Visa-Free & Travel Tips
- Visa-Free Entry to China — check if your passport is eligible.
- How to Visit China Without a Visa — 144-hour transit options.
- eSIM & Mobile Payments in China — WeChat Pay, Alipay and bank cards.
- China Weather by Month — plan around seasons and festivals.
Design Your Private Shanghai & Hangzhou Tech Journey
Share your travel date and preferences. We will customize your 5 day Shanghai and Hangzhou high tech tour to match your schedule and interests.
- Reply within 24 hours
- Private tour only
- No forced shopping
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this 5 day Shanghai and Hangzhou high tech tour a private tour?
Yes. This is a fully private tour with your own professional tour guide and private driver in both Shanghai and Hangzhou. You can explore at your own pace, and the itinerary can be adjusted according to your travel date and interests.
What is included in the tour price?
The price includes chosen hotel accommodation (4-star or upgrade options available), daily breakfast, selected meals, high-speed train transportation between Shanghai and Hangzhou, entrance tickets, and airport transfers. The final price varies depending on the travel date, hotel category, and group size.
Can we choose between Shanghai Legoland and Disneyland?
Yes. On Day 3 in Shanghai, you can choose between Shanghai Legoland or Shanghai Disneyland. The program is flexible, and availability will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Is the driverless bus ride guaranteed?
We arrange a ride in designated smart city zones in Hangzhou or Shanghai where autonomous transportation is operational. In rare cases due to schedule adjustments, an equivalent technology experience will be provided.
Is this tour suitable for families with children?
Absolutely. This tour is popular among families, tech enthusiasts, and student groups. Activities like Legoland, VR parks, and interactive technology centers are fun for children while also offering meaningful innovation experiences.
Where do we depart on the last day?
You can depart from Hangzhou Airport or return to Shanghai, depending on your flight schedule. Our team will assist with booking coordination and luggage arrangements to ensure a smooth departure.
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