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The Bund Art Deco Gentle Tour
Explore the Bund’s quieter back lanes through Art Deco architecture and the Sassoon family’s Jewish legacy — away from the crowded waterfront.
Private Shanghai · Personally Hosted
Shanghai,at a gentler pace.
Private Shanghai walks shaped by Art Deco architecture, local history and a quieter view of the city — personally hosted in fluent English.
Ways to experience Shanghai
One signature walk,or entirely your own.
Choose a defined route or begin with your own interests.
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Custom Bespoke Experience
A fully private itinerary built around your interests — old town, concessions, deep watch and jewellery visits, art spaces, afternoon tea or multi-day plans.
Your host
Shanghai, seenthrough a personalpoint of view.
William Shan has spent years guiding international visitors through Shanghai — old-town lanes, Bund landmarks and quiet corners — with a specialist’s eye for fine watches and jewellery. Every experience is hosted personally, in fluent English, at an unhurried pace.
Meet your hostFrom the journal
Stories of Shanghaiand refined city life.
A Century of Art Deco, Read in Shanghai
Paris named it, New York raised it into the sky — and Shanghai wore it on the street. A short guide to the Art Deco you will walk past on the Bund, from bank facades to jadeite brooches.
The City on Your Wrist: Shanghai in Five Dials
Five landmarks, five elements, one tourbillon series — how a Shanghai watchmaker carved the city into a dial, and why it makes the sharpest of souvenirs.
From past guests
Five stars,in their own words.
“Well organized tour. Our guide William was waiting at the hotel lobby at the designated time. He was able to cover all the destinations in a timely manner and took great care of me and my mother. We enjoyed our lunch at Zhujiajiao which he recommended very much. Very comfortable drive in a clean and spacious vehicle as well.”
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