Top Hangzhou Half-day Tours

Don't waste time visiting places you're not interested in: on this customizable tour you can choose a few sights and attractions in Hangzhou that interest you most, and visit them with a guide. Learn about Chinese culture and history by checking out places that appeal to you. These might include West Lake, Lingyin Temple, the National Tea Museum, or many other interesting places.

Learn all about how tea is grown and served, and explore one of the prettiest corners of the Chinese countryside, on this private, full-day tour from Hangzhou. Meet your guide directly at your local hotel in the morning, and travel to the Dragon Well Tea Village, located beyond city limits. You’ll immerse yourself in the verdant scenery, will learn how to pick and prepare tea, and will enjoy a traditional Chinese lunch. Then, take part in a classical tea ceremony and performance.

Leap the language barrier and immerse in Chinese countryside culture on this half-day experience with private translator/guide. Start with a mellow hike through the bamboo forests of Yunxi Zhujiing Scenic Resort. Next, transfer to a tea village for a masterclass in tea. Explore the tea farm, see the tea plants, and learn about China’s tea traditions as you savor authentic country fare. Your day includes hotel or station transfers.

Explore the ancient city of Hangzhou on this private, customizable excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, craft an itinerary that suits your interests and visit top attractions like Lingyin Temple, Longjing Tea Garden, and West Lake. Learn about Hangzhou’s history and culture from a knowledgeable, English, Mandarin Chinese or German-speaking guide and enjoy a delicious meal (optional) before returning to your destination.

Firstly, visit Hefang Historical Street. With brilliant culture and long history, it is regarded as a typical symbol of ancient Hangzhou. It represents the old story and showcases the folk culture of Hangzhou, which is an ideal place for shopping, to buy souvenirs, taste local snacks as well as savor the beautiful artifacts. Besides, there are some local popular restaurant, if you like, you can have dinner here, our guide will give you good recommendation. After that, you will enjoy one of famous natural shows in China, the “Impression West Lake Show”. This show lasts around 1 hour, which was directed by Zhangyimou, Fanyue and Wangchaoge. Filmmaker Zhang is the mastermind of many renowned stage spectacles, including the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The show is praised “A scene in heaven and a dream on earth”. It is definitely a magnificent show with a tremendous music, culture and history set on the stunning backdrop of West Lake.

The Southern Song Dynasty was a significant period for Hangzhou as it helped shape the culture and characters of Hangzhou.One Day Hangzhou Trip based on the Southern Song Dynasty,the following venues are the best places to do so.

Renowned for its natural beauty, cool temperatures, and reputation as a retreat for global jetsetters, Moganshan National Park is one of China’s loveliest corners. Don’t worry about finding your own way: this full-day, small-group tour from Hangzhou makes it easy to explore. Meet your guide at your hotel and leave the city behind. You’ll hike the Jianggong Ancient Path (surrounded by bamboo forests), will head to a farmer’s house for an authentic lunch, will stop at scenic viewing points, and more.

Pick up service is arranged at your hotel lobby in Hangzhou or Hangzhou train station. Firstly, visit West Lake, with brilliant culture and long history, it is regarded as a typical symbol of Hangzhou. It represents the old story and showcases the folk culture of Hangzhou, which is an ideal place for sightseeing, to relax. If you like, you can have dinner by the lake area, our guide will give you good recommendation. Then you will walk around the lakeside to see the local life. After that, you will enjoy one of famous natural shows in China, the “Impression West Lake Show”. This show lasts around 1 hour, which was directed by Zhangyimou, Fanyue and Wangchaoge. “A scene in heaven and a dream on earth”. It is definitely a magnificent show with a tremendous music, culture and history set on the stunning backdrop of West Lake. With the colorful light bright during the show, dancing on the surface of the lake appears particularly prominent.

We will pick you up from your downtown hotel or railway station and start your private tour. Heading to China Academy of Art Xiangshan Campus which will take about 40 mins. Walking around the campus to feel the unique desgin of architecture. We may go into some buildings to feel the amazing art works.

Dodge the crowds that beset Hangzhou’s signature sights—especially over Chinese holidays—and get a fresh perspective on this ancient city with this private guided off-the-path tour, direct from your hotel or the station. Visit historic temples, a traditional mountain village, and the site of the academy where China’s answer to Romeo and Juliet first met, and take a forest walk through an area known for its beauty.

Staged entirely upon the lake itself (a stage has been built 3 centimeters below the surface), Impression West Lake is a spectacle of light, music, dance and theatrics. The stories are based on Hangzhou legends. Using the lake and its surroundings as props, lights and hundreds of actors create a sensational performance. It is a unique outdoor performance on natural settings. Staged on the West Lake, the performance appears vivid and incredibly beautiful. Mixed with the myths and legends of the West Lake, the show leads you to a sweet thousand-year dream. The special concealable auditorium ensures each seat a wonderful place to enjoy the dazzling show. The state-of-the-art sound system is surely to offer a surprising musical enjoyment. Be sure to catch it, the show is a must-see when you come to Hangzhou. Come and enjoy the most amazing and beautiful spectacle you will see in your life.

Visit the stunning city of Hangzhou during this scenic day trip, with private pickup from your hotel or train station. Perfect for travelers short on time, it covers all of the highlights in a single excursion. Glide across serene, UNESCO-listed West Lake on an iconic boat ride, learn the ins and outs of tea cultivating and tasting at Meijiawu Tea Village, and shop for antique embroidery along the centuries-old Southern Song Imperial Street. If you'd like, enjoy a homecooked lunch at a local farmer's home (at your own expense) \ ~An in-depth, half-day tour of Hangzhou, with private hotel or train station pickup ~Cover the city’s top highlights in a single visit, perfect for travelers short on time ~Get the best views of traditional pagodas and arched bridges on a scenic boat ride ~Learn how tea is picked and processed, and get a taste of China’s finest brews

People in Hangzhou always say that the night view of Westlake is much more beautiful than the daytime, resembling a real paradise. There are many things to do in the evening. This Delightful Night Tour will take you to to enjoy a night show,"Imperssion of Westlake", the 50-minute visual extravaganza, also named Most Memorable Is Hangzhou, a title taken from a poem by Bai Juyi (772-846), highlighted the city's rich cultural legacy as well as incorporated international elements that subtly reflect the state of today's globalization.Besides, you will have a lesuire time at Midtown Brewery, entertain yourself here.

Discover Hangzhou’s signature green tea, Dragon Well, and an ancient Buddhist temple on this private tour, available in morning or afternoon options to suit your schedule. There’s no need to worry about the language barrier and taxis: Your guide collects you from your hotel or the station, whisks you to 1,500-year-old Lingyin Temple, then introduces you to a farmer in Meijiawu Tea Village to learn the art of tea.

Hangzhou is an old as well as young city. The cultural heritage of Hangzhou is considered by the locals to be the jewel in the crown of this history laden city. During this full-day tour in Hangzhou, our local guide will take you to visit Grand Canal, Gongchen Bridge,Tangqi Ancient Town. You not only to see the historic sites,but also to visit the new part of Hangzhou city, such as Qianjiang New CBD, Hangzhou Urban Planning Hall. This is a special designed tour to learn the history and to see the future of Hangzhou City.

Depart from Hangzhou city in the afternoon to explore the beautiful Wuzhen Water Village at night. Stroll along the canals, bridges, and classic old houses and appreciate the charming view under the sunset and moonlight. Enjoy a wonderful night and get a very different image of regular old town during the daytime.

Spend a half day in Hangzhou to experience the in-depth local culture and history. During this tour, you will enjoy a short hike towards top of Wu Hill where to see the Chenghuang Pavilion and overlook the entire West Lake from the summit. Moreover, visit Former Residence of Xueyan Hu (a notable businessman in China during the latter Qing dynasty). In addition, have some authentic local food in famous Hefang Street before tour ends. Entrance fees, meals, private guide and private vehicle service are all inclusive.

Hangzhou known as a destination of love.With its abundance of romantic scenery, is also the story teller of many legendary tales.Take this Hangzhou Day Trip of Romance with our hangzhou professional tour guide.And you will find out!

During this half-day exclusive private Hangzhou sightseeing tour, you get to call the shots. Follow your expert guide and visit some of city’s must-see top attractions include West Lake and Longjing Tea Plantation. Customizable itinerary available catering to different travel needs. Enjoy flexible departure time and choose between lunch and dinner options. Convenient and comfortable door to door private transfer from Hangzhou hotel or Hangzhou railway station are included.

Depart from Hangzhou city in the morning or afternoon to discover the beauty of Wuzhen Water Village (in Zhejiang province). Explore the 1,300-year-old Water town, stroll around the alleyways, bridges, classic old houses and take a relax boat on the water canals. This tour includes all transfers and entrance fees and you can upgrade to include lunch or dinner.

This afternoon tour in Hangzhou will bring you to visit an interesting Cuisine Museum with accurate modes of various foods and a featured food street which is not only popular among tourists but also among local people and impress you with the great food as well as the gorgeous night view of this romantic city. While enjoying the yummy food, our professional guide will introduce the stories behind the food. We will surely bring you a wonderful yummy tour in Hangzhou.

A hardcore 8-hour in-depth Hangzhou mountains hiking tour that takes you deep into Hangzhou’s scenery and history at the same time. Likely the densest Hangzhou hiking and culture tour available. Hike the Southern Song Dynasty ‘Nan Song’ relic route, tracing a path from the Nan Song bazaar markets of Hefang Street to the Chu Palace ruins on Mount Fenghuang – from the commoner’s streets to the crumbled seat of the ancient Imperial government. The great outdoors and a see-and-feel history lesson combined. 1. Trace a path through a thousand years of Hangzhou history - get to know Hangzhou and Jiangnan culture through hiking and mountain climbing. 2. This West Lake trail is a favorite route of the locals. Experience weekend leisure life in the style of your average live-in citizen. 3. A local as your guide, head deep into the West Lake mountains and deep into Hangzhou’s history. Explore a string of millennial relic ruins that tell a story of kings and war.

Pick up service can be arranged at your hotel lobby in Hangzhou downtown or Hangzhou train station, you will find a welcome signage. And your tour start as below: First, take a Boat Ride on the Westlake. West Lake has an area of 5.6 square kilometers (2.2 square miles) and is the symbol of Hangzhou which lies on its banks and is a place of tranquility. On the boat you can see one of the Ten Best Views of West Lake--Three Pools Mirroring the Moon. The occasional pagoda and Chinese-style arched bridges add atmosphere to the tree-lined walkways, verdant islands and hills make West Lake a very special part of any China experience. After that, move to the Meijiawu Tea Village: Drogon Well Tea, also known as Longjing tea, is a variety of roasted green tea from Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China where it is produced mostly by hand and has been renowned for its high quality, earning the China Famous Tea title.

Shengli River Food Street is a foodie’s dream. Known for its traditional Chinese food stalls, in recent years a few Western-influenced establishments have rooted here, too. Visit a gastropub and microbrewery where you can indulge in modern Asian tapas, craft beer, and personalized tasting menus. A live deejay and trendy industrial design make this a fun place to hang out and people-watch with your guide.