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Ultimate Hangzhou Private Day Tour for Essence Highlights

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Ultimate Hangzhou Private Day Tour for Essence Highlights
  • Ultimate Hangzhou Private Day Tour for Essence Highlights
  • Ultimate Hangzhou Private Day Tour for Essence Highlights
  • Ultimate Hangzhou Private Day Tour for Essence Highlights
  • Ultimate Hangzhou Private Day Tour for Essence Highlights
  • Ultimate Hangzhou Private Day Tour for Essence Highlights
  • Ultimate Hangzhou Private Day Tour for Essence Highlights

Tour Style:
Embark on a hassle-free and time-efficient exploration of Hangzhou with our comprehensive Skip-The-Line full-day tour. Cruise around the UNESCO-listed West Lake on a boat, marvel at the scenic beauty of Fish Viewing at Flower Park, explore the tranquil Zen monastery of Lingyin Temple, indulge in a tea-sipping experience at Meijiawu Tea Village, and wander through the historical Song Dynasty Imperial Street. Our guided tour ensures you skip the queues, allowing you to seamlessly access each scenic spot. Make the most of your time with a well-organized itinerary, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey through the captivating sights of Hangzhou.

Duration: 6 - 8 Hours

Attractions(Cities):
The hangzhou Westlake(including the boat cruise), Fish Viewing at the Flower Pond, Lingyin Temple and Meijiawu Tea Plantation, Anmanfayun Village, The Song Dynasty Imperial Street

Pick-up point:
Your Hotel & train station in Hangzhou

Finishing point:
Your Hotel & train station in Hangzhou

Tour Customizable:
Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry)

Payment Types:
Cash,Wire,Paypal,WesternUnion, Wechat, Alipay

Available: Daily (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner)

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Tour Itinerary

  • Place&Transport: Hangzhou
  • Today's Activities: The hangzhou Westlake(including Westlake Boat Ride), Fish Viewing at the Flower Pond, Lingyin Temple and Meijiawu Tea Plantation, Anmanfayun Village, The Song Dynasty Imperial Street
  • Accommodation: No
  • Meal: No

Meet your private guide who holding a sign "Your Way Holiday" upon pickup at the Hangzhou railway station or your hotel lobby in Hangzhou city. Set out on a full day of sightseeing in the comfort of an air-conditioned private vehicle, and talk with your guide about any particular interests you have so the commentary and itinerary can be customized.

Your Way Holiday In Hangzhou

Commence your day in Hangzhou with the serene beauty of the Hangzhou West Lake, an iconic attraction featuring a captivating West Lake Boat Ride. As you embark on this scenic journey, your expert guide will share the lake's rich history and cultural significance. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of the surroundings, framed by lush landscapes and elegant pagodas. The West Lake Boat Ride offers a unique perspective on Hangzhou's natural beauty, and your guide will enhance the experience with insights into the legends and stories associated with this enchanting destination.

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Continue your exploration at the Fish Viewing at the Flower Pond, a picturesque spot within the West Lake area. Your guide will illuminate the cultural symbolism of this site, where vibrant fish gracefully swim in clear waters amid blooming flowers. Enjoy the peaceful ambiance and capture the essence of traditional Chinese aesthetics as your guide shares the significance of this charming location.

The journey then leads to the renowned Lingyin Temple, one of China's most celebrated Buddhist temples. Delve into the spiritual history of the temple complex as your guide narrates tales of its founding and the cultural treasures housed within. Marvel at the intricate architecture and immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere of Lingyin Temple. Your guide will provide insights into Buddhist practices and the importance of this sacred site in Chinese religious traditions.

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Anmanfayun Village becomes the next enchanting stop, where ancient charm meets modern tranquility. Wander through narrow lanes, admire well-preserved traditional architecture, and learn about the village's historical significance. Your guide will share stories of Anmanfayun's past, highlighting the cultural legacy that makes it a living testament to Hangzhou's heritage.

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Later, an exploration of Hangzhou with a delightful lunch, providing you with the opportunity to savor local flavors in a picturesque setting. This culinary experience sets the tone for the day, offering a taste of authentic Hangzhou cuisine amid the charming ambiance of the region.

Lunch at the local Tea Farmer's House to try the local delicacies
Lunch at the local Tea Farmer's House to try the local delicacies

Lunch at the local Tea Farmer's House to try the local delicacies
Lunch at the local Tea Farmer's House to try the local delicacies

A visit to the Meijiawu Tea Plantation follows, offering a sensory journey into the world of Chinese tea culture. Your guide, well-versed in tea traditions, will showcase the art of tea production and guide you through the plantation's lush tea fields. Discover the nuances of tea processing, from plucking the leaves to the final brew, and indulge in a tea-tasting experience that reflects the rich heritage of Hangzhou's tea culture.

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Conclude your day with a stroll through The Song Dynasty Imperial Street, a bustling marketplace that echoes the spirit of ancient China. Your guide will guide you through this vibrant street, offering insights into the diverse array of shops, stalls, and traditional crafts that line the way. Experience the lively atmosphere and discover unique treasures as you immerse yourself in the dynamic energy of this historical market street.

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As the day draws to a close, your guide will ensure your return to your hotel in Hangzhou, train station or airport, leaving you with cherished memories of a day filled with cultural revelations, natural beauty, and the personalized touch of "Your Way Holiday."

Optional Activities

We provide off the beaten track Hangzhou activities as below to enhance your tour experience. You can choose some of them to customize the above tour. Or if time permits, you can add one or two of them in the above itinerary (Only additional entrance fee required. And some are free charge of entrance fee).

Morning Market & Breakfast Experience   Cost for Breakfast: within 20RMB Per Person
If your hotel doest not provide breakfast or you are a foodie and want to taste real Hangzhou. This is a great chance to see how Hangzhou wakes up by experiencing the tastes, sounds and local way of life. Get whisked through Hangzhou's old streets, alleys and morning market with our local guide to eat the most authentic breakfast at places we know and you can't find on your own.

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Blind Date Culture at Wangsong Campus   Free Charge
Feeling the local dating culture at Wansong Academy where the locals take part in the blind date fair "Chinese Matchmarking Day".Here attracted over thousands of young singles and their parents. ( Available on each Saturday morning)

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Westlake Sunset Watching at Chenghuang Pavilion   Entrance Fee: 40RMB per person
Follow our guide to climb up to the Cheng Huang Pavilion where is the one of the best locations for admiring and photographing the sunset on Westlake.

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Local Wet Market Visting    Free Charge
Do you want know more about local life? Come with our guide to visit the local wet market. To most locals, wet market is a destination for freshest produce while it is a must-see attraction for a cultural experience to tourists.

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Local Family Visiting    Free Charge
If you are interested in local culture and life style, we can arrange local famliy visting to sip famous Longjing tea, learn how to cook local food as well as taste Hangzhou cuisine. Local residents will invite you warmly to experience Hang-style life.

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How Our Teams Serve you at Your Way Holiday

1-on-1 Travel Consultant
Our travel consultants have been working in local tourism for years, they are professional, experienced and responsible sharing our wealth of knowledge to plan your trip. They will formulate customized tour plan based on your travel interests, time, and budget as well as providing professional suggestions. Beside, they will keep in contact with you during your entire tour in China, continually checking if everything is going well as planned. 

Excellent Local Guides
All of our tour guides are certificated and experienced. They are local experts with detailed knowledge about attractions, history, culture but also prepared to talk frankly about whatever topic interests you. They know the best places to visit, can give you advice on restaurants that serve great local food, the best places to shop, or theaters for the best shows in town. They’ll show you more about the history, culture, customs and authentic local life. 

Private Car and Driver
We ensure that all of the vehicles that we use are air-conditioned, non-smoking, clean and well-maintained.(Not over 4 years). Our drivers are are local, polite, friendly and helpful with over 10-year drive experience. All kinds of vehicle are offered, and yours depends on the size of your group. Usually, we offer sedan cars, SUVs, business vans (MPV) and different types of buses, all with extra space for your luggage.

Meals & Dining
If the meals are included in the itinerary. We will take you to the best local restaurants and help you order dishes according to your preference on spot to guarantee that the food is freash not pre-cooked. Some meals excluded in your itinerary as you like, your private guide will be still delighted to give you some suggestions and take you to the local featured restaurants every week based on the online reviews of customers. We have a large selection of different restaurants which cater to the specifications of our customers, and are available to provide various options, such as vegetarian, Muslim, Chinese, Western, Jewish, and Indian restaurants. 

Price Per Person in US Dollars

Price Includes

1. Cozy Ride: Enjoy the comfort and spaciousness of our air-conditioned car, offering scenic views.
2. Bilingual Expert Guide: Benefit from a personalized experience with a guide fluent in your language, catering to your needs.
3. Entrance Fees: Access to all attractions and activities mentioned in the itinerary.
4. Seamless Transfer: Enhance your experience with convenient hotel or train station pickup and drop-off service.
5. Connect Seamlessly: Stay connected with complimentary onboard WiFi, allowing you to share your experiences in real-time.
6. Complimentary Water: Receive a bottle of water for each person.


Price Excludes

1. Personal Expenses: This includes phone bills, laundry, additional tours, postage, and any entertainment fees not covered in the itinerary.
2. Meals: While meals are not included, our guide will recommend the best local food spots, giving you the chance to explore and choose based on your preferences. (Average cost per person for a regular meal at local eateries: 40RMB/6USD-80RMB/12USD)
3. Tips: Tips are not mandatory but are recommended for excellent service. If you feel satisfied with the service, you may consider leaving a tip.
4. Insurance: Insurance coverage for personal loss, illness, or damages incurred during your trip is not included.
5. Optional Activities: Any optional activities listed in the itinerary are not covered by the tour fees.

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Margaret
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Reviewed on 01 October 2019

Hangzhou Private Tour assisted us in making prompt arrangements for our one day Hangzhou Small Group Tour (no shopping) which was a great experience all round. Tommy was a wonderful guide, we learned so much about China and the places we visited in and around Hangzhou. His English is perfect and he managed to adapt his explanations and the tour itself our expectations and desires. Congratulations Tommy!
Organization was flawless form start to finish. Highly recommended.

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Jeremy J.
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Reviewed on 01 October 2019

Our Hangzhou trip with Hangzhou Private Tour was just completed. We had many highlights. Two of them were the Lingyin temple and the Tea plantation & village. They are truly a must see and worth all the effort to get there. Boonie is an excellent tour guide. She is very knowledgeable about Hangzhou and the places we visited. She takes the initiative to contact the participants before the tour to finalize details which is appreciated. She makes the tour interesting by her upbeat personality. We totally enjoyed the tour and it was paced out well. We would highly recommend her and would take another tour with her again if the opportunity arises.

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Jed
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Reviewed on 15 September 2019

We went on this hangzhou day tour with a lot of expectations and they were very well complied. We wanted to start the tour early due to the Mid-Autumn Holiday in China. But our guide Bonnie said we dont have to. She will handle it. And it was true. Bonniespeaks very well English and has a lot of in depth knowledge. She did not only knew here way very well through the area but also knew exactly how we could enjoy and see everything without being bothered by the large amount of people.
Everything was really well organised to stay from the crowds,we saw so much during the day that it is hard to choose a favorite.
I will come back for sure with other visitors and would recomend this hangzhou trip to anyone.
Thank you

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Russel Pennae
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Reviewed on 15 September 2019

Bonnie was an excellent guide, very informative and very helpful. The tour was great, the temple worth a visit, an excellent vegetarian lunch at our request in the tea village and then on to the west lake for a private boat ride. We saw the most of the highlights in Hangzhou in a short day. My parents were continually impressed with how well organized everything was. We never felt particularly rushed to get any place. I was always satisfied with the speed of our correspondence as well and found the company easy to work with. Would highly recommend Bonnie and Hangzhou Private Tour.

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Ms. Christine
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Reviewed on 06 September 2019

We toured Hangzhou with Bonnie for a business trip from Shanghai to Hangzhou. We only had one day and we wanted to see as much as possible. China Private Tour planned the day smoothly and managed to fit in so many interesting places and at the same time was very responsive to our moods and requests. Bonnie speaks excellent English and her knowledge is encyclopedic. The van was very comfortable with great air-conditioning which is really important. Bonnie knew exactly where to take us and how to avoid the crowds and the queues. We found his explanations fascinating and by the end of the day we wished that we had more time to spend in Hangzhou. Bonnie is very professional and also a kind and considerate person.

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Leonardo
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Reviewed on 06 September 2019

Our round way train tickets were arranged properly by China Private Tour. Our guide David and driver Mr Zhang picked us up in a brand-new vehicle from the train station, and proceeded to take us on a private guided tour of Hangzhou. He is knowledgable, considerate, and very professional. We were delighted by the views of the West Lake in the mist, the Lingyin Temple Site was certainly one of the highlights of our trip -- Buddhas carved in the limestone landscape and caves complete with bats in relief. David used all of the travel-time and moments in between to continue painting a vivid portrait of the historical and cultural significance of Hangzhou -- we had the best meal we had in china at a local tea farmer's house, visited the tea plantations and brought the best green tea in China. I wish that we had planned to spend more time in the region - 2-3 days would have been ideal. Heaven and earth, Hangzhou is not to be missed! And i highly recommend China Private Tour and David.

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Marcia Follin
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Reviewed on 02 September 2019

I just wanted to write and thank you very much for a wonderful trip to Hangzhou. We came to Hangzhou for a business meeting. After the meeting, our group of 7 decided to do a hangzhou city tour before heading back to Shanghai. We found Hangzhou Private Tour online and we had a great experience. The service provided by Hangzhou Private Tour were outstanding, our group enjoyed every moment in Hangzhou and it was due to our guide David, he made the tour a memorable event with knowledge each place. Especially the historical details explained before the visit to each venue added to our appreciation of different features. We especially enjoyed the ancient Lingyin temple, the long jing tea testing. Highly recommended. If you are traveling to Hangzhou as a group or individually I highly recommend David and this great team.

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Anna Pullig
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Reviewed on 06 August 2019

Everything during the booking process worked perfect and fine, absolutely no reason for a complaint. The round way train tickets from Shanghai to hangzhou and back were arranged promptly by Hangzhou Private Tour. Nancy was our guide for the day - she promptly picked us up from the train station and had a comfortable car with great A/C the whole day with us. Driver was friendly too! She had maximum flexibility to what we liked and gave us many options of eating first or going to sites first. She is very knowledgeable in history and culture and its not just about the attractions but she was also able to relate to modern day culture and how we drew inspiration from these amazing historical sites. The best part is that she is really friendly and full of energy - we felt that we were going out with a long time friend that we havent' see in a while! I strongly reccomend anyone who is looking to discover the local side of Hangzhou (p.s. she has really good taste in food too!)

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Wincen Adiputra Santoso
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Reviewed on 03 August 2019

It was a great one day tour in Hangzhou with my tour guide David. I booked the one day tour Hangzhou on Hangzhou Private Tour website, Sam/Bonnie were very fast to get me the reply and answered all my questions. They offered me a very reasonable price even it was a last minute booking.The next day David and the driver picked me up at Hangzhou Xiaoshan international airport on time in the morning,then drove me directly to the west lake scenic area as we planned.We took a boat cruise on the beautiful west lake and visited the No.1 biggest,oldest Buddhism temple-Linying temple,also we went to the tea plantation and tried couple of tea,which was great tea as I expected,No.1 longhorn green tea in China. The lunch at a local farmer's house recommended by David was FANTASTIC! At last, David drove me to a local wet market as I asked before getting on the free way to the airport back to Hongkong.I was so happy to see the local shopping at the wet market,personally,I'd like see part of the daily life of local people doing wherever I visit. I'm so happy about the trip,thanks Hangzhou Private Tour and David.I will definitely share my visiting story with my friends. Thanks again and wish you all the best.

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Mr. Alexander Claxton
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Reviewed on 28 July 2019

Hangzhou Private Tour delivered exactly what we discussed. No hidden agenda. Very honest and punctual. Excellent tour guide. Very responsive via wechat. I highly recommend his company. Thanks you all.

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