• West Lake (Xi Hu) - At approximately 8:00 am, your English-speaking guide will arrive in your Shanghai hotel’s lobby to pick you up. Get on a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and begin your 2.5-hour journey to Hangzhou. Upon arrival, start your first activity, a cruise on the West Lake. From the cruise, you will have the best view of the West Lake and town of Hangzhou.

• Lingyin Temple - After your cruise tour, head to the famed Lingyin Temple, also known as the Temple of the Soul’s Retreat. At there, your guide will tell you the history of the temple.

• Meijiawu - Afterward, take a brief stop at a local Chinese restaurant for traditional Chinese lunch. Next, head to the Meijiawu Tea Village, which is located on a hill which is at the west part of Hangzhou. Inhabited by more than 500 households, Meijiawu Tea Culture Village is picturesque surrounded by mountains and waters; it is a main production base and a protected area of the fragrant West Lake Dragon Well Tea, and a leisure tourist spot featured with tea culture in farm style. This is truly the best way to get an inside look at China’s tea culture.

After your tour of the Meijiawu Tea Village, board on the vehicle and make your way back to your Shanghai accommodation.

• Site entrance fees included
• Transportation via private van
• Complimentary afternoon tea
• Lunch provided
• Bilingual tour guide (English & Chinese)

• Gratuities
• Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Embark on this private 9-hour journey from Shanghai to Hangzhou, which includes your personal driver and guide. Enjoy a scenic boat ride on Hangzhou’s West Lake, absorbing the stunning views of the city. Pause for a meal at a local eatery before heading to the Meijiawu Tea Village to immerse yourself in the Chinese tea tradition. After the tour concludes, retreat to your hotel in Shanghai for some well-deserved rest.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Passport names, passport numbers, date of birth and country is required at time of booking for all participants for entrance tickets to tourism attractions
• Please kindly provide your local contact number upon booking if available
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Please wear comfortable shoes

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