Hangzhou Private Customized Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train

5.0 (2 reviews) 8–9 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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West Lake Hangzhou — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Hangzhou West Lake — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Hangzhou has always been known as the "Paradise on earth", a city endowed with picturesque West Lake, fine green tea, and lakeside temples. Rather than struggling to plan your own itinerary, make the most of Hangzhou on a private full-day tour. It's the perfect introduction for first-time China visitors. Just pick three attractions, perhaps the boat ride on the west lake, Lingyin temple, Guo's Villa or tea plantation, and design your dream day out. Entrance fees are at your own expense, upgrade to tour with first class train ticket at the time of booking.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: Shanghai Melody Tours

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private vehicle
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Round trip bullet train ticket
Included: Professional guide
Included: Lunch

Not included

Not included: All entrance fees
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

one hour Admission included

Meet your lovely local guide who speaks excellent English at your hotel lobby at 8:00am or your preferred departure time, then leave for Shanghai Hongqiao railway station to take the bullet train from Shanghai to Hangzhou in 55 minutes. Please make sure to bring your passport with you before arriving at railway station. All your train tickets will be ready in advance. This is a fully private customized tour based on your interests and delicious local lunch is included. Please choose 3 to 4 top attractions that you want to visit the most, or feel free to discuss your preference with your guide directly. The following is a list of city top attractions you can choose to visit.
West Lake (Xi Hu)

40 min Admission not included

West Lake has influenced poets and painters throughout Chinese history for its natural beauty and historic relics, and it has also been among the most important sources of inspiration for Chinese garden designers. You can take a relaxing boat to enjoy the wonderful view of West Lake for about 40 minutes.
Guo's Garden

45 min Admission not included

Guo's Garden was a private classical garden of Guo family in Hangzhou . It was built at 1907, with a mountain in the back and the west lake in the front, which is the best existing traditional private residence in Hangzhou.
Lingyin Temple

one hour Admission not included

The monastery was founded in 328 AD. It is one of the largest and wealthiest Buddhist temples in China, and contains numerous pagodas and Buddhist grottoes. Your knowledgeable local guide will not only point out all the details but also explain you the history of Buddhism and wisdom of Buddhism philosophy.
Longjing tea fields

30 min

Covering an area of 132 acres, the Longjing Tea Plantation is a picturesque wonderland surrounded by mountains with a large area of tea trees. If you like, you can enjoy a cup of tea at a local tea house. If you want to do something else or visit other attractions, please feel free to discuss with your guide upon meeting.

After your day trip is finished, you will take train back to Shanghai and be transferred back to your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Green Tree Inn Shanghai Lingyan South Road Yangsi Subway Station Shell Hotel
Home Inn Selected Shanghai Waitan Sichuan North Road
Bihao Self-service Apartment Shengtiandi
Home Inn (Shanghai Dabaishu)
Guang Dong Hotel
GreenTree Inn Shanghai Caobao Road Subway Station Wantiguan
Ejia Apartment Hotel
DingJu Family Apartment (Ba Bai Ban)
Green Court Residence City Center Shanghai
Baiyuan Hotel Shanghai Huaide
Baolong Hotel Shanghai
Home Inn Selected Shanghai Hongqiao Gubei

and 1,711 more pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Local operator will contact you for your passport pictures to purchase bullet train ticket in advance

Options

Tour w/ 2nd Class Train Ticket

Your excellent English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at 8:00am.

Pickup included
Tour w/ 1st Class Train Ticket

Your excellent English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at 8:00am.

Pickup included