1-Day Hangzhou Private Tour from Shanghai: West Lake, Tea Village & Jiangnan Culture

West Lake

Embark on a traditional boat cruise across West Lake, a world-famous UNESCO heritage site. Glide past willow-lined banks, ancient pagodas and scenic islands. Your guide narrates touching folk tales, poetic stories and profound cultural history of West Lake, letting you soak up the tranquil lake scenery and classical charm.

Flower Pond

After the lake tour, drive to Huagang Park (Viewing Fish at the Flower Pond). Walk along lush garden paths surrounded by blooming flowers and green plants. Watch graceful koi carps swimming freely in clear ponds. The guide introduces the garden design concepts, plant features and symbolic meaning of fish and flowers in Chinese traditional culture. Take leisure walks and capture beautiful natural views.

Lunch is flexible and not included in the tour price, allowing you to choose the dining experience that best suits your tastes and budget. Based on your interests, dietary preferences, and travel style, your guide will be happy to recommend and assist with restaurant arrangements.

Guo Garden

Continue the tour to Guo Garden, a representative classical Jiangnan garden. Wander through elegant pavilions, winding corridors and exquisite rockeries. The guide explains the layout philosophy of Chinese ancient gardens, the life stories of the garden’s founder and the cultural connotation behind every landscape. Experience the harmonious beauty of architecture, water and plants.

Meijiawu Tea Plantation

Head to Meijiawu Tea Plantation, the hometown of West Lake Longjing Tea. Walk across terraced tea fields surrounded by mountains. Communicate with local tea farmers, watch traditional tea picking and tea making processes. Join a professional tea tasting session to distinguish different grades and flavors of Longjing tea, and learn about thousands of years of Chinese tea culture.

Bamboo-lined Path at Yunqi

Drive to Bamboo-lined Path at Yunqi, a natural oxygen bar hidden in mountains. Stroll along the shaded stone path surrounded by dense bamboo forests. Listen to the rustle of bamboo leaves, enjoy fresh air and quiet surroundings. The guide shares the cultural symbolism of bamboo in China and interesting stories about this scenic spot.

Hefang Street

Arrive at Hefang Ancient Street, the core of Hangzhou’s old town. Roam on ancient cobblestone roads, visit old-style shops, watch intangible cultural heritage craftsmen show their skills. Browse local handicrafts, souvenirs and classic snacks. The guide tells the evolution history of this ancient commercial street.