Hangzhou Incredible Highlights w/Hi-speed Train from Shanghai
Be whisked to Hangzhou,, an ancient cities with a history of more than 2200 years with incredible natural views of West Lake (Xi Hu), history silk making, and tea cultures.
- Private tour
- 1 Day
- Starts ~8:30 AM, flexible
- English-speaking guide
Overview
- A high-speed train to historic Hangzhou and then by private car to West Lake (Xi Hu)
- Boat ride across the West Lake, here you'll enjoy a range of pagodas, gardens and islands including the Su Causeway and Three Pools Mirroring the Moon - once called the "Venice of China" by Marco Polo in the 14th century.
- Lingyin Temple - The most influential Buddhist temple in China
- Dragon Well Green Tea Village, the famous imperial tea plantation
- More amazing and scenic sites.
Your day with us
A typical day. It's your private tour, so we can change stops, timing and pace.
Start
Your guide meets you at your hotel or starting point, typically at 8:30 AM.
High Speed Train
You'll relax on modern, high-speed train ride at speeds of over 300 kph to your destination. Along the way you'll see urban China melt into suburban and then rural areas until we arrive.
About High Speed Train
Historic West Lake
Renowned for its beauty, in the 14th century, Marco Polo, the famous traveler and business man named this area as "Venice on the Earth" with temples, pagodas, gardens and islands.
About Historic West Lake
West Lake Boat Ride
Boat ride across the West Lake, here you'll enjoy a range of pagodas, gardens and islands including the Su Causeway and Three Pools Mirroring the Moon - once called the "Venice of China" by Marco Polo in the 14th century.
About West Lake Boat Ride
Lingyin Temple
The most influential Buddhist temple in China along with various pagodas and other cultural sites.
About Lingyin Temple
Meijiawu Green Tea Village
The most famous imperial green tea. You will not only learn the history about the Dragon Well Green Tea, but you will also taste it and learn how to make your tea
About Meijiawu Green Tea VillageEnd
Your guide drops you back at your starting point, with time for other interests along the way if you want it.
The full day, in detail
- Once starting in Hangzhou, your private car and driver will take you on a short ride to West Lake, the most famous area of Hangzhou. It attracts vast of people from all over the world to visit. In 14th century, Marco Polo, the famous traveler and business man named this area as "Venice on the Earth". You will take a boat ride on West Lake to an island to see Fish and Flower Harbor. This boat ride is 30 minutes long and you will feel you are riding in heaven, surrounding by many islets. You'll It is a very impressive experience including vists of Su Causeway and Three Pools Mirroring the Moon.
- After here, if you are not too hungry, continue to visit the beautiful natural scenery--Lingyin Temple, the most influential Buddhist temple in China along with various pagodas and other cultural sites. It is the biggest Buddhist Temple in Southern China, the most rich and very solemn.
- You'll also stop to experience "Peak Flying From Afar," a massive stone sculpture made from WuDai to Yuan Dynasty. It has over 400 pieces and is just an amazing human treasure.
- From here you'll enjoy lunch, based on your interests and budget, in the tea plantation or a very famous (and delicious) restaurant. Your guide can help you choose.
- After lunch, you'll visit the Dragon Well Green Tea Village and drink the most famous imperial green tea. You will not only learn the history, but you will also taste it and learn how to make your tea. For sure, you can bring some home.
- After all, you'll then take the high-speed train to back to Shanghai and be taken back to your hotel.
What's included
Included
- Awesome, experienced guide
- Premium car and driver
- All entrance fees w/ Westlake boat ride
- Optional: High-speed train ticket to/from Hangzhou (select when booking)
Notes:
1) This tour includes a high-speed train with second class seat for return. We do our best to get exact times, but ask for your flexibility since tickets often sell out.
2) To book the tickets, we’ll need a clear picture of the first color page of your passport that includes your photo and passport number, ideally in PDF format.
Photos
Meet our guides
Professional local guides who love sharing authentic China. Every one of us follows a code of conduct that puts you first: your interests, your pace, and no touristy shopping stops.
Meet the teamQuestions guests ask
Can we customize the tour?
Yes. Sites, start time, pickup location: just tell us what you'd like.
What if our plans change?
Cancel any time up to one day before your tour.
Will you take us shopping?
Only if you want to. Our guides follow a code of conduct: no touristy shopping stops.
Can children come?
Of course. Ask us about prices for children.