New Shanghai tour blends river cruise with skyscraper views
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November 07, 2025
In celebration of the 8th China International Import Expo, Shanghai Tower and Huangpu River Cruise have jointly launched a new integrated tourist route.
Themed around "Shanghai highlights: from the river to the sky", the experience takes visitors from the water to the 118th floor of Shanghai Tower, offering two iconic ways to see the city.
🚢 What the tour includes
Huangpu River Cruise
- Board from Dongchang Road Pier
- Pass the Bund's historical buildings and Lujiazui's modern skyline
- Photo opportunities and relaxed sightseeing from the water
Shanghai Tower Observatory
- 360-degree views from 118 floors up
- The panorama stretches across the river, cityscape, and distant Yangtze estuary
The route also incorporates cultural elements such as limited-edition dual-view postcards and Shanghai-style creative products, adding both cultural and interactive value to the experience.
🏷️Special CIIE visitor offers (Valid through Nov 30)
Shanghai Tower Observatory
- Half-price tickets at 90 yuan ($12.64) for CIIE badge holders
- Available before noon and after 7 pm
- Tickets can be purchased on-site with valid identification and a CIIE badge.
Huangpu River Cruise
- Themed dinner cruises with buffet and key landmark views
- Tickets can be purchased on-site or through the official Huangpu River Cruise WeChat mini program (search for "浦江游览集团" in WeChat).
Source: Shanghai Observer