Hangzhou Private Tour from Shanghai: Discover Paradise City by Bullet Train

Embark on a fully customized private tour from Shanghai to Hangzhou, the Paradise City. Explore Flower Harbor Park, take a boat ride on West Lake, visit Lingyin Temple, and experience tea tasting at Meijiawu. Enjoy a local lunch and round-trip bullet train tickets. Book now!

Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station - Commence your day with a rendezvous with your personal guide in the lobby of your hotel in the morning, and embark on a journey to Hangzhou City via a swift 1-hour bullet train journey. While en route, engage in a conversation with your guide about your preferred activities in Hangzhou. Your guide, who is…
What's Included
  • Boat ride on West Lake with a ticket to a local attraction (included in All Inclusive Package)
  • Tea tasting experience at Tea Village
  • Enjoy a local lunch
  • Expert private guide for personalized attention
  • Travel in comfort with a private air-conditioned car
  • Included round trip bullet train fare
  • Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off in downtown Shanghai
What's Not Included
  • 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
  • West Lake Boat Ride and local attraction ticket (if All Inclusive Package is not selected)
Additional Information

Discover the famous Paradise City of Hangzhou on a fully customized sightseeing day trip from Shanghai by bullet train. Accompanied by your private guide, stroll around Flower Harbor Park and take a relaxing boat on the West Lake. Visit the famous Lingyin temple; see the traditional Meijiawu tea mountain; and wonder along the old Hefang Street. Local…

Location
Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station
West of the Hongqiao Airport, Minhang District,
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Alimhmmmd
Sep 24, 2025
Great trip from start to end - Many thanks to Alana for the seamless coordination, and our deepest gratitude to Caroline for making our Hangzhou trip truly exceptional. Caroline went above and beyond-she wasn't just guiding us, she was genuinely caring, attentive, and full of positive energy. She tailored the day beautifully to our preferences, kept everything running smoothly, and always made us feel comfortable and at ease. Her professionalism combined with her warm and friendly nature turned the trip into an unforgettable experience. We couldn't have asked for a better companion- Caroline made Hangzhou even more memorable
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Mariacarina_s
Sep 22, 2025
Perfect Hangzhou Day with Caroline - Our private day trip to Hangzhou was absolutely perfect, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide than Caroline. From the moment she met us at our hotel and guided us seamlessly onto the bullet train, everything was smooth, stress-free, and well-organized. The boat ride on West Lake was beautiful and peaceful, and Caroline brought the history and culture to life with her thoughtful stories. The visit to the Longjing Tea Village was a highlight — walking through the lush tea fields, learning about the famous Dragon Well tea, and enjoying an authentic local lunch made it such a unique experience. Caroline even made sure we tried the tea in the traditional way, which was a special touch. Afterward, the Lingyin Temple visit was inspiring and serene, with Caroline giving us just the right balance of guidance and space to explore. Throughout the day, she was warm, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable — it felt like exploring with a local friend who really cared about making our trip special. This tour was the perfect mix of sightseeing, culture, and food, and Caroline made it unforgettable. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Shanghai who wants to see the best of Hangzhou in one day.
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Resort598180
Sep 19, 2025
Caroline in Hangzhou - Caroline is very sweet and knowledgeable with the history of Hangzhou. She has good energy and tells the history with catching stories. The temperate was very warm, but the day was beautiful. She provided us with little personal fans which helped tremendously. The boat was very nice, proceeding with a beautiful walk through the garden and park. Then we visited a rural town with amazing views of where green tea is harvested from. We were able to buy straight from the source. Lunch was delicious! If you like beer, West Lake beer was nice after a long walk of the day. Then we got to walk it off by visiting the Buddhist temple. Our seats were even upgraded on our ride back to Shanghai.
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Giancarlo_m
Sep 19, 2025
Amazing Private Tour in Hangzhou!!! Would highly recommend!!! - From start to finish, our private tour to Hangzhou was absolutely incredible. The day began with a seamless hotel pick-up, and from that moment we knew we were in great hands with our guide, Caroline. She was warm, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to make the experience memorable. Our first stop was the beautiful West Lake, and Caroline brought the history and legends of the area to life in such a captivating way. The scenery was breathtaking, and she knew all the best spots for photos and quiet moments away from the crowds. Next, we visited the Dragon Well tea farm, which was a highlight of the day. Walking among the lush tea terraces while learning about the history and traditions of Chinese tea was both relaxing and fascinating. We were able to taste some of the freshest tea imaginable, and it was unforgettable. Lunch was another highlight—Caroline introduced us to a wonderful local restaurant where every dish was delicious and authentic. She made sure we tried specialties that we never would have discovered on our own. Our final stop was the Lingyin Temple, one of the most spiritual and beautiful places we’ve ever visited. Caroline’s explanations of the temple’s history, artwork, and Buddhist traditions added so much depth to the experience, making it not just a sightseeing stop but a meaningful cultural journey. Caroline truly made this day special with her kindness, professionalism, and deep knowledge of Hangzhou. We came away with wonderful memories, stunning photos, and a new appreciation for this beautiful part of China. We highly recommend this private tour to anyone visiting the area—especially with Caroline as your guide!
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X8072rckates
Sep 15, 2025
Inclusive option ideal for solo traveller - My trip to Hangzhou was a wonderful experience. Caroline was a great guide and lovely person to spend the day with ! The all inclusive option is ideal for a solo traveller and would recommend to anyone. Everyone was easy to communicate with and flexible, if needed.
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Caroline
Sep 13, 2025
Private Hangzhou on a hot Autumn day - We had a wonderful experience with Queena as our tour guide. She was pleasant, well-spoken, and very smart. Flexible and attentive, she kept excellent track of time and even foresaw the weather, adjusting the schedule perfectly to fit the day. She thoughtfully provided umbrellas as a backup, which showed how well-prepared and caring she was. The driver gave great service, making the journey comfortable, and lunch was absolutely outstanding. Overall, an excellent tour — highly recommended!
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Posma_s
Sep 8, 2025
Hang Zhou is a nice city, with it's West Lake. The restaurant they picked is great - This travel is so nice and highly recommended. The travel has been well arrangements. Berlin is our tour guide. She is so knowledgeable. Her English is very good. Basically, she is a nice person to be with. We wish to meet her again in our next travel. The train station is huge and modern, just like an airport.
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Sven_h
Sep 8, 2025
Top day - Caroline was a fantastic guide!! Saw so many amazing sits, helped us get the best shots. The day was fantastic, would recommend this trip to everyone.
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Amid_m
Sep 7, 2025
It’s hot day, we had a... - It’s hot day, we had a boat ride and a meal I like with our tour guide Lin, we had good time, recommend this
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Tamara_g
Jul 29, 2025
escape the city - good day trip to get out of shanghai to experience nature. would do it again. guide caroline was exellent.
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From $123
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).