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15 Best Huangpu River Cruises

The Huangpu evening cruises: the Bund lit on one bank, Pudong’s towers performing on the other and dinner sailings with Xinjiang shows aboard. The river divides a century of architecture; the night cruise reads both pages at once.

1.Shanghai: Huangpu River Evening Cruise Ticket

Discover Shanghai’s stunning skyline on a 45-minute Huangpu River cruise. Perfect for sunset views, iconic landmarks, and memorable city photos.

Most Popular★ 4.3

“Very good view of both sides of the river We went on may/25 and it was empty. Got there on the 6:20 boat and couldn’t have asked for a better view. Not crowded Was long enough so that we could see enough and didn’t get…”

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3.Shanghai: Night River Cruise Tour with Xinjiang Style Dining

Experience Shanghai at night on a scenic Huangpu River cruise with stunning skyline views and indulge in authentic Xinjiang halal cuisine, guided comfortably in a private vehicle.

★ 5.0

“Queena was an outstanding, customer-oriented tour guide who truly went above and beyond. Her flexibility and dedication made our tour exceptional. Thanks to her, my wife and I had an unforgettable experience. She treated us like family and made us feel incredibly welcomed. Queena is…”

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5.Private Shanghai Evening Street Food Walking and Cruise Tour

Discover Shanghai’s vibrant street food scene and iconic skyline with a private evening tour including tasting local delicacies and a scenic river cruise.

★ 5.0

“Our guide, Annie, was a wealth of knowledge and absolutely awesome. We customized our tour for exactly what we wanted. Prompt, courteous, professional, knowledgeable and personable. Don't hesitate to book. Enjoy your tour in China!!!”

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6.Hangzhou: Heaven on Earth Day Trip from Shanghai including West Lake Cruise

Discover Hangzhou's highlights on a full-day trip from Shanghai, including West Lake cruise, tea village visit, and Six Harmonies Pagoda. Practical insights for travelers.

★ 3.5

“The guide was very helpful and informative. The travelling by bus from and to Shanghai took more than half the time. The boat cruise on the lake was pleasant. I would have liked more time to walk around the park by the lake despite the…”

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7.Huangpu River Cruise and Bund City Lights Evening Tour of Shanghai

Discover Shanghai’s stunning skyline at night with this river cruise and Bund tour, featuring iconic sights, a historic hotel, and evening trolley ride for a memorable experience.

★ 4.0

“A good tour although not the best. We were not lucky because of the rain pouring down while doing the boat trip. The rain also prevented us from making the stroll alongside the river enjoying the view and the well lit Pudong area. The tram…”

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8.Private Night Tour-VIP River Cruise and Shanghai Tower Option

Experience Shanghai’s night skyline with a private VIP river cruise, optional Shanghai Tower visit, and optional dinner—an unforgettable city view tour.

★ 5.0

“I purchased this tour for my children, which included a river cruise, entrance to the tower, and a delightful dinner with authentic Chinese cuisine. The guide, Lucy, was amazing—kind, knowledgeable, and great at engaging my kids. She was very caring and attentive. Highly recommend this…”

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9.Shanghai Night River Cruise VIP Seating with Private Transfer and Dinner Option

Experience stunning Shanghai skyline views on a VIP night river cruise with private transfer and optional dinner, ideal for travelers seeking elegance and authentic city sights.

★ 5.0

“Fantastic experience! First, a nighttime river cruise on the Huang Pu river with the light show on the futuristic Pudong skyline followed by a delicious authentic traditional dinner. Cassie is an excellent tour guide. I give her and the experience 5 stars!”

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10.Shanghai Night River Cruise VIP Seat with Authentic Dinner

Experience Shanghai’s stunning night skyline aboard a VIP river cruise with authentic local dinner. Enjoy spectacular views, expert guides, and delicious cuisine for a memorable evening.

★ 5.0

“Cassie was a wonderful guide and took us to a brilliant restaurant after the cruise. The Bund is an amazing neon light experience. Shanghai lit up the night. Thank you Cassie.”

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11.All-Inclusive Private Day Tour: Best Shanghai w/ River Cruise

Discover Shanghai’s highlights on this all-inclusive private tour, including iconic skyscrapers, historic districts, a river cruise, and delicious local food.

★ 5.0

“My husband and I booked a private tour with Jenny's Shanghai Tours in October 2025. Everything was great, and I highly recommend this company! Originally I was going to use Jenny for Shanghai only, but after corresponding with her a few tRead more”

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12.Shanghai Authentic Dinner and Night River Cruise with Rooftop Bar Hopping Option

Discover Shanghai’s night charm with an authentic dinner, scenic river cruise, and optional rooftop bar—perfect for those craving local flavor and stunning views.

★ 5.0

“This was a great experience!! My husband and I really enjoyed being looked after by Jun. She was a very good guide. We would highly recommend this tour 🤩 Carol & Terry NZ”

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14.Shanghai Huangpu River Night Cruise with Buffet Dinner

Experience Shanghai's stunning skyline on a Huangpu River night cruise with buffet dinner, guided commentary, and hotel pickup for a memorable evening.

★ 5.0

“The tour guide Shirley is very kind and professional. She explained very well all necessary details to make the dinner and the trip nice. The only thing is that they should have seats upstairs to appreciate the view during all the tour because being up…”

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15.3-Hour Shanghai Bund Swift Tour with River Cruise or Skyscraper

Discover Shanghai’s iconic Bund in just 3 hours with a flexible start time, including options for a river cruise or skyscraper view, plus door-to-door service.

★ 5.0

“We had an amazing time exploring Shanghai, all thanks to Queena. She was friendly and increasingly knowledge about the area. The tour was well-organised and went above and beyond to ensure that we had a great experience! She answRead more”

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More Huangpu River Cruises

4.5Shanghai Evening Tour: Huangpu River Cruise and Street Food$121.00 5.0Shanghai Baoshan Cruise Port to Pudong Airport :Private transfer Service$46.00 5.0Shanghai: After Dark Dinner and Huangpu River Night Cruise4 hours$126 5.0Private Shanghai Night River Cruise and Hot Pot Dining Experience$168.00 5.0Evening Thai Dinner and Huangpu River Cruise in Shanghai$165.00 5.0Hot Pot Dining Experience with Hot Spring Bathing or River Cruise in Shanghai$135.00 5.0Shanghai Night River Cruise and Light Tour with Yuyuan Bazaar$108.00 5.0Zhujiajiao Water Town Private Tour with Night River Cruise7 hours$198 5.0Amazing Shanghai Night Lights:River Cruise &Private Transfer3 hours$126 4.5Shanghai Private Night Tour with Huangpu River Cruise, the Bund and Xintiandi$96.53 5.0Shanghai By Night: Amazing River Cruise and Hot Pot Dinning3 hours$173 5.0Shanghai in 5 Hours: River Cruise, Shanghai Tower & Dining5 hours$188 5.0Private Transfer to Pudong or Hongqiao Airport from Shanghai Cruise Port$38.95 5.0Shanghai Cruise Ports Private Arrival Transfer to Hotel in English Services$67.00 4.5Private Transfer: Shanghai Wusongkou Cruise Terminal (Baoshan Port) to Hotel$38.29 5.0Shanghai Night River Cruise on Huangpu River$90.00 5.0Private Shanghai Day Tour: Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, Bund, Huangpu Cruise$219.00 3.0Shanghai Afternoon Sightseeing Tour including Huangpu River Cruise & OTV Tower$137.00 3.5Private Transfer: Hotel to Shanghai Wusongkou Cruise Terminal (Baoshan Port)$38.29 5.0Zhujiajiao Ancient Town & Night Luxury Cruise in Shanghai$179.00 5.0private transfer from Wusongkou CruisePort to Disneyland and back$64.00 5.0Shanghai Downtown Hotel to Baoshan Cruise Port:Private with Meet & Greet service$38.00 5.0Shanghai Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise&City lights3.5 hours$171 5.0Shanghai Baoshan Cruise Port to Shanghai hotel:Private transfer service$40.00

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