Top Hangzhou Historical Tours

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.

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.

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.

This tour covers our favorite places in Hangzhou.You can choose 3 attractions from the list of 12 we've provided for your itinerary and you can tell us anywhere you are interested in Hangzhou ,we will arrange this tour according to your request. Before your tour, your guide contacts you to get a feel for what interests you. ,Your guide customizes your tour to your interests and personality Get a deeper insight into Hangzhou life and discover its hidden gems. 100% Private tour for just you and your party. Your guide customizes your tour according to your interests and personality. See Hangzhou through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems.

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.

Enjoy a fun day trip to the two well-known ancient water towns in south-east China -Wuzhen and Xitang, explore the remarkable township scenery full of the ancient old architecture, stone bridges, peaceful canal streams as well as the active and tantalizing alley streets,capture the chaming " Oriental Venice" in Xitang after sun sets, travel with your own local knowledgeable guide to gain a great insight to the local culture, history and sounds.

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.

Train is the quickest way to reach Hangzhou from Shanghai. Pair the comforts of a private day trip, including transport, a guide, lunch at a tea farm or a local restaurant, a boat trip, a scenic hike, and more, with the speed of a Chinese bullet train on this convenient day out. Choose between first-class, business-class, and second-class tickets, and upgrade to include round-trip transfers from your downtown Shanghai address.

Worry-free night tour in Hangzhou, we will meet you in your hotel lobby or train station and your happy starts. You will enjoy Hangzhou night highlights such as Impression West Lake show and World Heritage Site - West Lake. What's more, we includes the nice dinner. Afterwards, you will be transfered to the show venus to enjoy the breath-taking show VIP seat. In the end, we will transfer you back to your hotel. All inclusive!

1. No complicated procedures needed; you can easily book tickets for Impression West Lake. 2. Taking the West Lake as a natural stage, the integration of natural elements and the performance brings an immersive and unique experience. 3. Enhanced by advanced lighting and special effects, it creates a dreamy play of light and shadow, presenting a spectacular visual wonder.

When in Hangzhou, a must is to see the Legend of Song Dynasty show at Songcheng Park. This romantic performance is 2 hours long, and is offered at 2pm and 7:20pm every day. The story follows the folkloric story of the Legend of the White Snake, the Butterfly Lovers, and stories of General Yue Fei’s defense against Jin invaders. It is a visual feast!

Enjoy a private tour that showcases the fine tea of Hangzhou along with top attractions in the area. Start with a boat cruise on West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then travel to Lingyin Temple, known for impressive Buddha statues, and see the caves of Flying Peak, which also has hundreds of statues. After lunch, discover one of the region’s most famous teas, dragowell tea, also known as longjing tea. Visit the China National Tea Museum and Meijiawu Tea Village to learn about the renowned tea’s production.

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

The Grand Canal, an ancient artery that once connected imperial capitals, offers a unique journey through Hangzhou's vibrant history. Your adventure starts at the Beijing–Hangzhou Grand Canal Museum, followed by a local craft experience that brings the canal's rich past to life. We continue to stroll through the Qiaoxi Historic District, where the spirit of trade and community thrives in bustling markets. The day concludes with a serene boat ride along the Grand Canal to visit the tranquil Xiangji Temple nestled by the waterway. Highlights: • Explore the Beijing–Hangzhou Grand Canal Museum • Walk through Qiaoxi Historic District and Xiaohe Historic Street, where canal-side trade culture is still alive in the markets • Hands-on local craft experience rooted in the Grand Canal's living heritage • Glide along the Grand Canal by boat to Xiangji Temple, a Buddhist monastery tucked beside the waterway • Intimate small group experience with Brivience's interactive culture discovery games

Explore the rich tapestry of Hangzhou's history with a guided walking tour that takes you through significant historical sites shaped by ancient dynasties. This immersive experience allows you to witness how history is intricately woven into everyday life, from bustling street vendors to the herbal remedies still practiced today. Visit the Fangzhi Museum to learn about dynastic developments, wander through the Former Residence of Hu Xueyan, and end at Hu Qing Yu Tang, where you can craft your own herbal sachet. Perfect for history enthusiasts and culture seekers, this tour combines learning with hands-on experiences. - Stroll through Hangzhou's layered history on a guided walking tour - Visit the Fangzhi Museum for an introduction to Hangzhou's dynastic development -Explore the Former Residence of Hu Xueyan, a famous businessman in the Qing dynasty - Craft your own herbal sachet at Hu Qing Yu Tang, a traditional Chinese pharmacy still in operation today

Small-group Half-Day Tour: Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal Museum & Gongchen Bridge! With English-speaking guide and intangible cultural heritage oil-paper umbrella experience. No shopping stops. Explore 2,000-year canal culture, admire Gongchen Bridge scenery. 24/7 service guarantee, no price surcharges—enjoy a worry-free and immersive journey!

Just south of Hangzhou’s famous West Lake, Longjing village produces dragonwell tea, one of the finest green teas in China. Enjoy a private tour that takes you to Longjing where you learn all about this celebrated tea. Your knowledgeable guide takes you to see the China National Tea Museum, Eighteen Imperial Tea Bushes, and the Meijiawu Tea Village each place revealing another aspect of this fine tea. You also have the option to purchase lunch at a local restaurant run or have a homecooked meal at a local farmer's home.

Discover Hangzhou's Soul: Leifeng Pagoda, West Lake Cruise & Su Causeway Day Tour Pure Cultural Experience！ Unforgettable Highlights: Ascend Leifeng Pagoda Climb this iconic 5-story tower (rebuilt 2002) for panoramic West Lake views. Hear the legendary "White Snake" love story from your guide. West Lake Boat Adventure Glide across UNESCO-listed West Lake on a traditional wooden boat. Land on Three Pools Island: See ancient "Moon-Reflecting" stone pagodas (built 1090!) Poetic Stroll Along Su Causeway Walk 2.8km through willow-lined paths where poets found inspiration for centuries. Capture "Spring Dawn at Su Causeway" – one of West Lake’s Top 10 Views.

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.

This comfortable private transfer service pick you up from Hangzhou to Wuzhen Water Town where you can enjoy a self-guide tour in the 1,300-year ancient town at your own pace. Enjoy door-to-door service in a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver. Your friendly driver looks forward to seeing you at your desired meeting point like your hotel or Railway Station in Hangzhou.

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)

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

If you need to reserve a transfer service from hotel to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International (HGH), this pre-booking service is the best choice for people who like to reserve everything in order ahead of time. The vehicle and driver is offered by one of the biggest car rental company in China. plus backup support from English speaking company staff for urgent help.