Shanghai

13 Day Getaway

Come on a 13 day (Nov 21 - Dec 4) getaway to Shanghai! It is a beautiful city with much to offer. Shanghai is a densely populated and well developed city, with access to open water and trade routes, inciting more people to come live and work there. However, some people may feel Shanghai is too crowded and noisy, and would prefer a quieter country or suburban life.

Recommended spending money varies on activities you would like to participate in, but a guide should be around 4000-7000 AUD.

Airfares

Airfares can vary depending on the Airline, but we recommend flying with China Southern Airlines (from Tullamarine Airport in Melboune to Shanghai Airport in Shanghai) fro $798 round-trip.

Transportation and Accommodation

Transportation around Shangai is very versatile - you can rent public bikes, take buses or trains, or ride along in the Chinese equivalent of Uber, all for a fairly cheap price depending on your trip.

There are also many options for accommodation in Shangai, with five-star hotels ranging from $150 AUD to over $500 AUD per night. There are also less expensive options such as the Chinese equivalent of AirBNBs, going from as little as 20 AUD per night, or motels for $60 AUD a night.

Places to see before it's gone:

Shanghai is facing many issues with rising sea levels making it more prone to flooding, and contaminated waters and soils. The city is also affected by air pollution and overfishing.

Zhujiajiao

Zhujiajiao, otherwise referred to the Venice of Shanghai, is a beautiful town located in the Qingqu district of Shanghai. It is directly impacted by sea level rise, and is at risk of flooding in the near future. For $586 AUD, you can enjoy a 3 day tour of the town, diving deep into its history, explore its architecture, and experience its cultures.

Shanghai Wild Animal Park

Shanghai Wild Animal Park is one of the few places in Shanghai where animals can be seen in their semi-natural habitat. These animals are facing risk of losing habitat due to urbanisation, and some animals are in risk of endangerment or extinction due to such issues.

Cultural activities to do in Shanghai:

Shanghai Food Tour

Shanghai food, or Asian cuisine in general, can be quite different compared to the outside world. For $120, a tour guide will take you around Shanghai, explore its culture, and moer importantly, sample many different aspects of its cuisine.

Shanghai Museum

The Shanghai Museum is filled with relics from over 1000 years ago. When you go, you can explore the history of the city, and China as a whole. Ticket prices are currently unavailable as it is temporarily closed, but it is said to reopen before the 25th of November, and more information can be seen on its website: https://shanghaimuseum.net

Nature in Shanghai

Shanghai, like many other large towns, is near a coast. Due to easy access to sea trade routes, people developed around open waters. Nowadays, open waters could result in more extreme weather conditions and higher impacts from sea level changes.

Huangshan

Huangshan, or Yellow Mountain, is only a short train ride away from Shanghai City, and is known for its amazing views. For $510 per person, enjoy a 4 day guided tour around Huangshan and its surroundings, delve into its history, and explore structures near it, such as temples or houses.

Shanghai Zoo

Shanghai Zoo houses many native animals, and animals from around the world. See and explore animals in imitated habitats for $8 AUD per person.

Warnings about travelling in Shanghai

While Shanghai can be an amazing place, travellers should still exercise caution while they're there. For example, the tap water in China usually isn't great. A way to ensure water is safe for drinking is to boil it first. Ensure that all water you drink is either from a sealed bottle or has reached 100 degrees celcius before consumption.

Also, due to media propaganda, many Chinese residents have negative views on outside countries, so refrain from discussing political issues while in public.

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