Embark on a private day trip from Shanghai to Hangzhou and discover the breathtaking beauty of this ‘Heaven on Earth’. Explore the iconic West Lake, visit the Red Carp Pond, and immerse yourself in the rich history of Lingyin Temple.
Embark on a private day trip from Shanghai to Hangzhou and discover the breathtaking beauty of this ‘Heaven on Earth’. Explore the iconic West Lake, visit the Red Carp Pond, and immerse yourself in the rich history of Lingyin Temple.
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West Lake (Xi Hu) - Begin your day with a convenient pick-up from your Shanghai downtown hotel lobby at 08:30 am. A local guide and driver will accompany you to Hangzhou, famously known as ‘Heaven on Earth’. Your full-day sightseeing tour of Hangzhou’s highlights commences.
Start by visiting the most famous landmark in Hangzhou - West Lake,…
- West Lake (Xi Hu) - Begin your day with a convenient pick-up from your Shanghai downtown hotel lobby at 08:30 am. A local guide and driver will accompany you to Hangzhou, famously known as ‘Heaven on Earth’. Your full-day sightseeing tour of Hangzhou’s highlights commences.
Start by visiting the most famous landmark in Hangzhou - West Lake, celebrated for its picturesque beauty that harmoniously integrates with numerous historical and cultural sites. The entire 5.68 square kilometers of water is encircled by lush hills and divided into various scenic areas by bridges, dykes, and ancient structures. Enjoy a boat ride on West Lake to appreciate its charm. Next, visit the Red Carp Pond, one of the “Ten West Lake Prospects,” and observe over a thousand red carps.
- Lingyin Temple - After enjoying lunch at a carefully chosen restaurant, proceed to the magnificent Lingyin Temple, the oldest temple in Hangzhou. This temple is protected as a key historical and cultural site and is a prominent center for research on Chinese Buddhist culture. Follow your guide to delve into its rich history, admire the intricately painted ceiling featuring phoenixes and dragons, and explore numerous exquisite Buddha statues, pagodas, and Buddhist grottoes. Visit the renowned Hangzhou Longjing Tea (Dragon Well Tea) and discover the tea’s culture and history.
Finally, return to Shanghai and be dropped off at your hotel, concluding your memorable day trip to Hangzhou.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Chinese Lunch
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Fuel surcharge and tax
- Professional tour guide
- Entrance ticket fees
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Chinese Lunch
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Fuel surcharge and tax
- Professional tour guide
- Entrance ticket fees
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Take a single day to experience the standout attractions of Hangzhou and appreciate its longstanding reputation as ‘Heaven on Earth’. This personalized day trip is designed for visitors in Shanghai who are pressed for time. Accompanied by a private tour guide and driver, you’ll be awestruck by the magnificent views of the famous West Lake, pay a visit…
Take a single day to experience the standout attractions of Hangzhou and appreciate its longstanding reputation as ‘Heaven on Earth’. This personalized day trip is designed for visitors in Shanghai who are pressed for time. Accompanied by a private tour guide and driver, you’ll be awestruck by the magnificent views of the famous West Lake, pay a visit to the Red Carp Pond located in the southern part of the Flower Harbor Park, and discover the grandeur of the Lingyin Temple.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
