Your courteous private driver will meet you at your centrally located Shanghai hotel lobby in the morning and take you to Hangzhou City via a 1-hour bullet train journey from Hongqiao Train Station.

Route A: West Lake Boat Ride - Longjing Tea Village - Lingyin Temple - Leifeng Pagoda

Upon arrival, enjoy a serene boat ride on the picturesque West Lake, where you will see renowned attractions such as the Su Causeway and more. Next, visit Longjing Tea Village to immerse yourself in the delightful tea culture and savor a delicious tea farm lunch. Enjoy a brief hike in the Tea Mountain to experience the fresh aroma of the greenery. In the late afternoon, explore the historic Lingyin Temple and admire the Leifeng Pagoda against the stunning sunset backdrop.

Route B: West Lake Boat Ride - Longjing Tea Village - Chenghuang Pavilion - Former Residence of Hu Xueyan - Hefang Street

For this option, in addition to the Tea Culture and West Lake boat ride, you will visit Chenghuang Pavilion on Wu Hill, the highest point in Hangzhou, offering a panoramic view of West Lake and the cityscape. Stroll along Hefang Street and visit the Former Residence of Hu Xueyan, where you can appreciate the exquisite Chinese architecture and learn about the history of a prominent businessman in China during the late Qing dynasty.

After your tour concludes, take a bullet train ride back to Shanghai, where your guide will return you to your hotel.

Points of Interest

• Lingyin Temple

• West Lake (Xi Hu)

• Fei Lai Feng

• Hefang Street

• Longjing tea fields

• Su Causeway

• Three Pools Mirroring the Moon

• Former residence of Xueyan Hu

• Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station

• West Lake Colored Port View Fish Garden

• Hangzhou Chenghuang Pagoda

• Amazing Shanghai Trip

• Tea tasting
• Entrance fees and West Lake Boat ride
• Lunch
• Private guide
• Private air-conditioned comfortable car
• Round trip bullet train fare
• Hotel pick up and drop off in downtown Shanghai

• Gratuities
• Hotel pick-up does not include hotels in the outskirts such as Jiading, Songjiang ,Qingpu ,Jinqiao, Chuansha in Pudong areas, etc. If your hotel is not in the downtown your guide will provide instructions on where to meet downtown

Enjoy a splendid private day tour from Shanghai as you explore the enchanting city of Hangzhou, often referred to as Paradise City. Beyond savoring the exquisite Dragon Well tea culture and the peaceful boat tour on the West Lake, you can tailor your sightseeing schedule based on your individual preferences. You have the opportunity to visit the historical Lingyin Temple and Leifeng Pagoda or instead opt for the Chenghuang Pavilion and Former Residence of Hu Xueyan. Your package includes local lunch, round trip bullet train tickets, private guide and transportation service. Upon booking, you have the option to upgrade your train ticket to first-class seating.

• Passport name and number is required at time of booking for all participants (for getting your bullet train ticket in advance)
• Due to limited seating for First Class bullet train tickets, you must book at least 3 days in advance for First Class Ticket option
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Please wear comfortable shoes
• If rains, you will be given the option of an alternative option for West Lake Boat Ride

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