Private day tour of Hangzhou

8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Soak up the scenery of Hangzhou on this private day tour with lunch. Admire the great view of the West Lake, and enjoy a boat ride around the glittering waters. Make the most of your private guide as you stroll down the lively Qinghefang Ancient Street and get a taste of local culture with a tour of the Longjing Tea Plantation.

Enjoy the lakeside gardens and other sights on a walking tour of West Lake
Take a relaxing boat ride through West Lake
Learn about one of China’s most popular exports on a trip to the Longjing Tea Plantation
Experience the rich culture of Hangzhou on a visit to the bustling Qinghefang Ancient Street

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: China Adventure Travel Ltd

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fees with one-way boat ride on West Lake
Included: Private transfers with English speaking guide service
Included: Chinese lunch in local restaurant

Not included

Not included: Tips for driver and guide

Itinerary

West Lake (Xi Hu)

3 hours

Meet your expert guide at your hotel at 8 am and travel to the West Lake. West Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in China, and today you will experience this beauty with a boat ride. Admire the view of the serene lake with its charming gardens and the surrounding hills as you follow your guide on a walk. Discover China’s national treasures in the ancient buildings, stone caves and engraved tablets littered around.

Then head out on a boat ride to see more sights. The cruise will take approximately one hour and end at the Flower Harbor, where you can watch and feed the goldfish swimming in the pond! Flower Harbor is renowned for its large variety of flowers, especially peonies. Take in the colorful sights and wonderful scents of the many gardens.
Longjing tea fields

2 hours Admission included

Then your guide will lead you on a trip to Longjing Tea Plantation, and enjoy your lunch in a farmer's restaurant. Later, visit a local farmer’s home, where you will see how the famed Longjing tea (a high-quality green tea) is cultivated. You can also try a sample of newly harvested tea to see for yourself why it is so renowned.

Next, follow your guide on a walk through the plantation and see firsthand the process of farming tea trees and picking tea leaves. Hike up the mountain for about an hour to reach a bamboo forest, where you’ll enjoy the dense bamboo groves, remarkable pavilions and beautiful garden scenery. Relax here for a bit and enjoy the serene natural environment.
QingHeFang

2 hours

Afterwards, you will enjoy a walking tour of Hangzhou’s Qinghefang Ancient Street. With buildings built in the architectural style of the Song Dynasty, it is one of the most well-preserved ancient streets in Hangzhou. The street is lined with shops, restaurants, alleyways and courtyards that represent the rich cultural heritage of Hangzhou. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Hangzhou.