Top Hangzhou Cultural Tours

Discover the splendid Hangzhou city highlights on this fully flexible 8-hour private tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Tick off the must-see highlights such as UNSECO site West Lake, Linyin Scenic Spot and famous Green Tea plantation, famed Leifeng Pagoda or local historic street, enjoy a delightful lunch at the local tea famer’s house. Customizable itinerary catering to your own preferences, enjoy convenient and comfortable door to door transfer from Hangzhou hotel or Hangzhou train station.

Immerse yourself in Chinese tea culture with this private experience in Hangzhou. Perfect for those looking for a quiet activity, visit the Hangzhou Longjingshan Tea Cultural Village, and learn all about this leaf. As well as picking the leaves themselves, discover their historical and cultural significance, before seeing the roasting process. The experience finishes with a visit to a traditional tea house, where you get to take part in a tea ceremony.

Explore Hangzhou’s UNESCO-listed landscapes at your own pace on this private full-day sightseeing tour, which has a fully customizable itinerary. Travel between the mist-shrouded West Lake and Flower Harbor Park without worrying about reading signs in Chinese on public transportation. Visit the famous Lingyin Temple, sample traditional tea at the Meijiawu Tea Village, and walk along Southern Song Imperial Street.

Your Wuzhen water town tour begins with coach pickup from your Hangzhou hotel. After 1.5 hours' ride, you will arrive at Wuzhen . Stop at the Hundred-Bed Museum (Zhao Hall), the first museum in China to collect and exhibit ancient beds of the Yangtze River delta area. See the luxurious carvings and elaborate designs on these antique beds and listen as your expert guide shares stories reflecting this unique cultural account of ancient Chinese civilization. Later on visit the Sanbai Wine Workshop, the only remaining winery in Wuzhen, built during the Song Dynasty. Brewing liquor was a huge industry in Wuzhen during the Ming Dynasty. There were over 20 distilleries in operation at the time. Witness how wine is made using traditional techniques. Afterwards visit the Hongyuan Thai dye house to see the time-honored art of making indigo-dyed printed calico. Wuzhen is one of the principal sources of this flower-printed blue cloth.

One of China’s best-known ancient towns, Wuzhen Water Town offers more than just beauty. Spend the day admiring the ancient architecture of the "Venice of the East" and stopping at a myriad of fascinating museums, if you choose. Tuck into a tasty lunch at a riverside restaurant and learn about traditional shadow play shows. With a personal translator/guide on hand and private transfers direct from Hangzhou, it’s a fantastic day out for families and solos alike.

Put language worries aside and discover Hangzhou by night on this magical private tour. Start by exploring historic Hefang Street, with your private translator/guide on hand to explain the local delicacies and advise on souvenirs. Then take your VIP seats for West Lake’s majestic light, sound, and dance spectacular, Enduring Memories of Hangzhou. Finally, your private driver will drop you home. Watch Beijing Olympics director Zhang Yimou’s spectacular West Lake show Enjoy glorious views of light and dancers on the lake from VIP seats Learn about Hangzhou cuisine and shop for souvenirs with your private guide Take it easy with door-to-door round-trip private city transfers

Maximize your Hangzhou visit by taking this fully guided half day tour to visit the famed Lingyin Buddhist Temple, admire the impressive stone grottos at Feilai Peak and the other complex in the mountain area. Visit the picturesque Dragon well green tea village and enjoy fun walk around the tea plantation. Flexible departure time based on your own travel schedule. Great guide, private door to door transfer, entrance fees, lunch or dinner are all included.

Enjoy this full day 8-hour private Hangzhou city sightseeing tour with a local expert guide. Spend some quality time visit the city’s top attractions inline with your own styles. Cruise around the UNESCO West Lake, one of the China’s famed natural wonders, appreciate the charming scenery along the lake. Visit the impressive stone Buddha Grottos in Fei Lai Peak, admire the Grand Lingyin Buddhist temple while visiting different sections of the area. Sample some famed green tea and freshly prepared home dish at the local tea farmer’s house while enjoying the amazing view of the green tea terrace and countryside scenery. Customizable itinerary catering to your own preferences, enjoy convenient and comfortable door to door transfer from Hangzhou hotel or Hangzhou Train Station.

You will be taken by a professional guide to wander around the Buddha park and the 1600-year-old temple. The vivid and detailed explanation will help you to better understand the Buddhas and Buddhism in China.

Meet Hangzhou through the eyes of a local cultural researcher and content creator. With an RMA in Cultural Analysis from the University of Amsterdam, a BA from Nanjing University, and five published academic papers on art and cross-cultural studies, I bring a research-based, cross-cultural perspective to exploring China. On this bike tour, we’ll explore a simple question: How did a lake become a work of art? West Lake may look like untouched nature, but its landscape was shaped over centuries by gardeners, monks, scholars and artists. We’ll cycle quieter routes through Yang Gong Causeway, classical gardens and wetlands, then ride into the Longjing tea hills to visit the China Tea Museum and see the tea landscape up close. Rather than simply checking off famous sights, we’ll explore how Chinese ideas about nature, beauty and landscape shaped one of China’s most iconic places.

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.

Visit the thousand-year-old Lingyin Temple and ancient Buddhas at Feilai Peak, hear bells and make wishes away from the hustle; afternoon cruise on West Lake, enjoy an authentic local lunch, and let the lake breeze calm your mind. In the morning, visit the thousand-year-old Lingyin Temple hidden in the mountains. Beside it, Feilai Peak's cliffs are carved with ancient Buddhist statues. Walk under the trees, hear the temple bells, make wishes with incense — far away from the city noise. The guide will share the temple's history, so it's not just for photos — you'll feel the Zen. After the visit, enjoy a popular local lunch without any detour. In the afternoon, take a West Lake boat cruise. The lake breeze touches your face — relaxed and easy. You'll feel completely at ease and peaceful. Ancient temple in woods, far from noise. Feilai Peak carvings with guided tales. West Lake cruise, breeze relaxes your soul. Well-planned one-day hassle-free itinerary

Enjoy easy and convenient exclusive private transfer from Hangzhou to Wuzhen ancient water town. Travel with your own professional driver in the air-conditioned vehicle and explore the famed water town at your own pace. Exclusive private door to door transfer only for you and your travel party. Flexible departure time base on your own travel schedule. The service does NOT include any guide service, driver is only for door to door transfers, you will explore and visit the town by yourself.

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.

Enjoy a great fun day excursion to visit the two celebrated water towns Wuzhen and Xitang from Hangzhou. Enjoy the ease and convenience of the private transfer and travel with your own professional driver in the air-conditioned vehicle. Explore both towns at your own pace. Exclusive private door to door transfer only for you and your travel party. Flexible departure time base on your own travel schedule.

Immerse yourself in the history of Hangzhou on this full day of the city’s landmarks with a knowledgeable guide. Stroll along the beautiful West Lake. Learn about Lingyin Temple and Leifeng Pogoda-stroll through the Hefang street. A comprehensive package with hotel/Railway Station pick up and drop off, lunch, entrance fees and taxi fare are all inclusive. 1: Full-day private tour of Hanghzou City 2: Tour Hangzhou’s signature sights, including West Lake, with a private guide 3: Navigate Hangzhou with ease thanks to your private guide 4: Relax with pickup and drop-off direct from your Hangzhou hotel or Hangzhou Railway Station

Discover the highlights of Hangzhou on this full-day private tour. Enjoy personalized attention with a private guide and a flexible itinerary. Explore the region around West Lake, including by boat, stroll the bamboo-lined paths of Yunqi , enjoy a tea ceremony at the Meijiawu Tea Village, visit a local farmer's home for a home cooked meal, and browse for gifts along Qinghefang Old Street.

Take in the spectacular “Enduring Memories of Hangzhou” show, and leave all the planning to someone else, with this seamless, VIP experience. In the evening, meet your vehicle at your hotel and head to Hangzhou’s UNESCO-listed West Lake. Settle into your VIP seats, sit back, and relax: the spectacular, open-air show, hosted on the lake’s waterfront, combines dance, musical performances, acrobatics, light effects, and more.

This one-stop professional English guide services offers you great local language support no matter you travel in Hangzhou for business or leisure activities. The itinerary will be fully customized based on your needs, which can include sightseeing tours to the famous attractions in the city .Optional private car service is available to cater different travel needs. Your professional guide will help you overcome the culture and language barrier and ensure you a smooth and wonderful trip in Hangzhou.

Meet Hangzhou through the eyes of a local cultural researcher and content creator. With an RMA in Cultural Analysis from the University of Amsterdam, a BA from Nanjing University, and five published academic papers on art and cross-cultural studies, I combine rigorous research with a inter-cultural perspective, translating the complexities of China into clear, accessible and engaging stories. - Walk through historic alleyways lined with artisan heritage and cultural revival - Visit a 200-year-old Traditional Chinese Medicine museum and enjoy free herbal tea - Mini-hike on ancient trails with temples, legends, and spiritual landmarks - Reach a hidden hilltop viewpoint overlooking both West Lake and the modern skyline - Explore the last remaining open-air wet market, full of local flavor and daily life

Join us for a private tour of Hangzhou, a city known for its beauty and rich history. A private tour where all you have to do is enjoy and leave the rest to us! Our guide will take you to the must-visit place - West Lake. Here you can hear some stories about the ancient buildings, take a boat on the lake, or bike around the lake. After West Lake, head to Meijiawu to discover the tea garden. End your tour in Qinghefang Ancient Street to explore Hangzhou's local food. (Please note that a minimum of 2 guests is required to book this tour.) If you would like to change a bit of the itinerary, please feel free to let us know. If you would like to deep into religious art, we can change to Lingyin Temple and Feilai Peak. Whereas enjoying a nature twist, we would suggest Xixi National Wetland Park for you. We hope you can fully enjoy Hangzhou as unique as you are.

This full day non-factory shopping private tour will immerse you into Hangzhou’s amazing highlights, such as West Lake, Lingyin Temple and Tea Plantation.  All entrance tickets, delicious lunch, private English-speaking guide and 2-way transfers from your hotel or the station are all included in this 8-hour tour.

Spend full with a local expert tour guide to visit the highlights of Hangzhou, explore the famous Wuzhen Water Town with more than six thousand years of history, take a boat to view the fascinating scenery at renowned West Lake, enjoy delicious local food and taste Dragon Well Tea. Private transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking tour guide, entrance ticket fees and local lunch are all inclusive.

If you have been craving for a time travelling, then Hengdian World Studio is the place to help you make this dream come true. The Hengdian World Studios is the largest film production site in China and is regarded as the "Chinese Hollywood" by the American magazine. Spend ample time tour around two famed “zones” in the Hengdian World Studios: Qin Imperial Palace Scenic Zone, which is said to be the cradle of numerous film and Television blockbusters and historical dramas, and Guangzhou & Hong Kong Street Scenic Zone,vividly recreates the old appearance of Guangzhou and Hong Kong around 1840.