Lynn, our tour guide, met us in our hotel lobby promptly as planned and we headed for our day trip to Hangzhou. We had an easy transfer to the Station. Lynn explained everything and took care of getting us through the security check in and ticketing process. The train ride was very nice. We were met by another driver after the train ride, and we headed to the West Lake area. Lynn was wonderful throughout and answered all our questions and told us about the history of the area during our drive, boat tour and visit to the tea tasting. We even had some time to walk around the city center and do a little shopping before heading back. Overall, a really nice experience for our family! Lynn did an excellent job from start to finish and we would definitely recommend!!
Join us on this eleven-hour, private trip from Shanghai to Hangzhou, a city renowned for its historic relics and natural beauty, primarily the famous West Lake. Your private car will pick you up from your hotel in Shanghai early in the morning and drive you to the station from where you will board a bullet train to Hangzhou (bullet train tickets not included in the tour price). Jump into a private car on deboarding the train in Hangzhou and head out to explore the city.
Take the Buddha Road, where there are three historic temples on the way to the top of a mountain, and visit the Faxi Temple, with over 1,000 years of history. The temple is surrounded by beautiful tea plantations rolling down the hills.
For lunch, we will take you to a local restaurant that serves delicious Hangzhou cuisine. Your next destination is Longjing village, home to tea farmers since generations. Enjoy a cup of authentic Longjing tea at Hangzhou Manjue Long Scenic Resort.
The final destination on the itinerary is the iconic West Lake where you will enjoy a boat ride before its time to head back to the station for your bullet train back to Shanghai. You driver will transport you back to your hotel on arrival in the city.
Explore Hangzhou’s UNESCO-listed landscapes and the picturesque water town of Wuzhen on this two-day private sightseeing tour. Your tour includes lunch, entrance tickets, and hotel pickup and drop-off. You can choose to depart from Shanghai or Hangzhou.
Cruise around the mist-shrouded West Lake, one of China’s most memorable natural wonders, and stroll around the Flower Harbor Park. Visit the famous Yongfu Temple, sample traditional tea at the Meijiawu Tea Village.
The next day, explore Wuzhen water town on a full-day guided tour from Hangzhou. See the town’s highlights, including the Sanbai Wine Workshop, built during the Song Dynasty and the only winery that remains in Wuzhen. Wrap up with a scenic (optional) cruise on the river.
Please note: Hotel inclusive if your departure is from Shanghai; hotel exclusive if departure from Hangzhou. If departing from Shanghai, you can choose a 4- or 5-star hotel. Please select your departure and hotel preferences upon booking.
As autumn's vibrant palette unfolds, immerse yourself in China's seasonal embrace. Your 16-day exploration begins amid the storied streets of Beijing, where ancient tales whisper from every corner. You'll witness the Great Wall's awe-inspiring stretch and the Terracotta Warriors' stoic ranks. Navigate through the lyrical landscapes of West Lake, where tranquility abounds, and the gentle rhythm of life in the water towns offers a soothing retreat. Delve into the Zhuang minority mountains, where the harvest's golden bounty rolls like waves, and stand in awe before the Yellow Mountain, its autumnal magnificence painting the sky. Each step of this journey is a revelation of China's cultural depth and natural wonders, inviting you to experience the essence of its enchanting autumn.