1-Day Private Tour to Hangzhou by car from Shanghai
Pickup included
Experience the beauty and cultural richness of Hangzhou with a private day tour from Shanghai. Begin your journey at the serene West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can enjoy a peaceful boat ride and take in the picturesque scenery that has inspired poets and artists for centuries.
Next, visit the ancient Lingyin Temple, one of China’s most famous Buddhist temples, nestled among lush mountains. Explore its grand halls, intricate carvings, and tranquil surroundings as you learn about its deep spiritual significance.
Conclude your tour with a visit to the Longjing Tea Plantation, where you can stroll through the verdant tea fields and discover the traditional process of making China’s most famous green tea. Enjoy a tea-tasting session and learn about the history and cultural importance of Longjing tea.
With convenient pickup and drop-off from your Shanghai hotel, this private tour offers a hassle-free way to explore Hangzhou’s top attractions in a single day.
Pick you up：Pick-up point: . Beyond specified area: Transfer services are not available beyond the specified pick-up/drop-off area, We can pick up from any hotels in the Shanghai city central
Activities & Attractions: Shanghai（Free entry） Our guide will pick you up at the lobby of your hotel at around 09:00 in the morning. You will be escorted to the well-known hangzhou city in around 2.5hrs ride. 10m
Activities & Attractions: The West Lake（Free entry） Upon arrival at Hangzhou we firstly visit the famous West Lake. The West Lake undoubtedly represents the beauty of Hangzhou. With rolling hills as its backdrop, this mirror-like lake is surrounded by willows with their branches waving in the wind and dotted by several islets and blooming lotus flowers. West Lake can provide you beautiful scenes for you to photograph from every angle. The joyful sight of the 'Three Pools Mirroring the Moon' is even printed on the note CNY 1. 1h30m
Activities & Attractions: Lingyin Temple（Including tickets） After lunch, we will continues to the Lingyin Temple where we will spend some time appreciating the profound Buddhist atmosphere. This is the oldest temple in Hangzhou with a history of over 1,700 years. It is also regarded as a treasure of the Buddhist culture, housing various historic relics from different dynasties. A maverick monk named Ji Gong (1148 - 1209) was ordained at Lingyin Temple. Our guide will tell you some interesting stories about this renowned monk who usually wore rags , was unkempt, and violated Buddhist commandments. 1h
Activities & Attractions: Longjing tea fields（Free entry） Then we will proceed to a tea plantation to learn about the tea culture of Hangzhou. Longjing Tea or dragon well tea of more than 1200 years old is the No. 1 tea in China and regarded as the “Green Queen”. Visit Longjing Tea plantations in Hangzhou to appreciate the charming verdant sightseeing and know more about the culture of tea and Chinese nation. 1h
Activities & Attractions: Shanghai（Free entry） At the end, your guide will escort you to your hotel with a comfortable transfer. Your memorable day trip ends here. 10m
- Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its picturesque landscapes
- Explore the historic Lingyin Temple, one of the most renowned Buddhist temples in China
- Journey to the Longjing Tea Plantation, famous for producing China's prized Longjing (Dragon Well) tea
- Group Restrictions: adult : Age 10–99 child : Age 5–9
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
The boat ride at West Lake
