Top Hangzhou Nature and Wildlife Tours

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.

Make the most of your time in Hangzhou and see only what interests you on this private day tour from Shanghai by bullet train. Work with your guide to customize your itinerary to suit your unique interests, adding stops at the likes of Leifeng Pagoda or Hefang Street. Your package includes transfers, guide, bullet train tickets, and lunch. Upgrade to add a West Lake boat ride and entry to Lingyin Temple.

Leap the language barrier and immerse yourself in Chinese countryside culture on this half-day experience with private 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.

Skip the crowds and generic agency routes - experience the layered beauty of Hangzhou through local insight and storytelling. This curated walk reveals the city’s refined delicacy preserved for centuries, its hidden breath-taking natural landscape, and the raw, unfiltered daily life of Hangzhou-ers - all in one journey. - 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

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)

Spend a full day to enjoy the natural beauty and fresh air of Hangzhou. Enjoy a easy hike in the peaceful Yunxi Zhujing Scenic Resort (also known by Yunqi Zhujing), which is full of bamboo. Followed by a tea plantation experience in Meijiawu or Longjing Tea Village where you get to know the tea culture, enjoy green tea tasting and local lunch. Then, take a relaxing West Lake boat ride under the charming sunset.

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.

Take a fully guided half-day tour to embrace the amazing Hangzhou nature. Enjoy the tranquil and fun walk in the shallow 18 streams and cross nine creeks lined with trees and emmerse in the fresh air, follow the trail to the famous Longjing tea plantation and terrace village surrounded by vast mountains. Have great learning about the “Paradise City” Hangzhou and its traditional tea culture and lifes. Choose morning or afternoon departure based on your own travel schedule.

Explore the serene beauty of West Lake on an immersive day tour that unveils its hidden side. This unique experience takes you along tranquil waterways, where you’ll glide through reed-lined channels and discover paths shaped by local life. Begin with a refreshing boat ride, followed by a leisurely walk through the area's green spaces, allowing you to connect with the culture steeped in this picturesque landscape. Your day concludes at a local tea house, where you would enjoy fine Long Jing green tea and a cultural tea ceremony Highlights: • Glide through Wugui Tan on a traditional hand-row boat — a reed-lined waterway most visitors never find • Walk through Maojiabu, one of the quietest corners of West Lake, where local life and cultural sites unfolds away from the main tourist circuit • Finish at a private teahouse for some authentic Westlake Long Jing Tea and a traditional cultural tea ceremony

Discover the “Heavenly City” on earth Hangzhou on this full day exclusive private tour. Visit the beautiful West Lake, appreciate natural charm at Yunxi Bamboo Forest, amazing stone grottoes at Feilai Peak and the peaceful tea village and ancient garden house at Former Residence of Xueyan Hu. Enjoy flexible itinerary, travel with your expert guide to have great learning about the local life, history and culture.

Experience the poetic beauty of Hangzhou in a day filled with nature, culture, and fun. Begin at West Lake, visiting a hidden lakeside garden and gliding across peaceful waters on a local water bus, then wander along the lakeside. After lunch, opt for a gentle short hike to capture panoramic views, or visit Leifeng Pagoda with convenient elevator access to enjoy the scenery effortlessly. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the heart of the Longjing tea plantations: pluck fresh tea leaves, hand-roast them, and savour the freshly brewed tea. Bathed in soft sunlight amid rustling tea leaves, this makes the perfect serene ending to your day in Hangzhou.

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.

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.

A beautifully restored expanse of wetland, replete with swaying reeds, winding waterways, water birds, and traditional-style architecture, Xixi Wetland Park lies on the far fringes of the vast city of Hangzhou. Skip the Chinese public transportation trauma with this private tour, direct from downtown Hangzhou or the railway stations. Your local guide can explain the traditions on display, while a boat ride lets you maximize your photo opportunities.

Experience the best of Hangzhou with a tour that blends the city's rich cultural heritage with cutting-edge technology. From serene boat rides on West Lake to immersive AI robot experiences, this exclusive tour offers a unique and personalized journey like no other. -Scenic West Lake Boat Cruise: Enjoy a seren ride on iconic West Lake, passing landmarks like Broken Bridge and Three Pools Mirroring the Moon. - Longjing Tea Experience: Visit the Meijiawu Dragon Well Tea Village, stroll the tea fields, and taste freshly brewed Longjing tea. - AI Robot Experience: Interact with advanced robots in a futuristic, hands-on AI exhibition. - Expert Local Guides: Gain insider insights from local guides passionate about Hangzhou. - Family-Friendly & Tech-Friendly: Perfect for first-time visitors, families, and tech lovers.

Escape from the hustle and hustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing day trip to Mogan Mountain. Explore at the natural park with forested views and towering bamboo. Enjoy the fresh air and wonderful quietness at the mountain. This private tour takes care of all transfers, entrance fees and local lunch.

In just half a day, climb an ancient Song Dynasty pagoda for sweeping river views, stroll through a cool bamboo forest retreat, and wander along a historic old street packed with local snacks towers, trails, and tastes, all in one unforgettable Hangzhou experience. Climb Hangzhou's only Song pagoda with a rare "seven-bright, six-dark" layout and panoramic river views. Wander the finest bamboo scenery by West Lake, shaded by ancient trees a perfect summer escape. Stroll along millennia old Hefang Street with white walls, black tiles, and authentic local vibes. A bamboo retreat graced by Emperors Kangxi and Qianlong with 10 royal visits in total. A relaxed half-day itinerary covering pagoda, bamboo, and old street — all the essence of Hangzhou in one go.

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.

Turn your Hangzhou short layover or transit into a memorable experience by taking this fully private layover tour. Choose to visit some of the city’s amazing sites such as USESCO West Lake, famed green tea plantation, impressive mountain grottoes and Buddhist temple or ancient street. In addition, experience the authentical local food and taste the well-known green tea. Great guide, private door to door transfer, one tasty meal lunch or dinner are all included.

Cycle through the stunning landscapes of Hangzhou's West Lake on a guided bike tour that immerses you in local culture. Meander along the serene Yang Gong Causeway, pausing at picturesque spots like the Lotus Pond, the Flower Harbor of Red Carps, and the tranquil Gaoli Temple, where Zen gardens offer a peaceful retreat. Savor the flavors of fresh Longjing tea at a local farmer's house, and learn about the art of tea making at the China Tea Museum. As the sun begins to set, ride along the historic Beishan Road, soaking in the golden reflections on the water, creating unforgettable memories amidst the beauty of Hangzhou.

Set out on a scenic drive around Hangzhou’s UNESCO-listed landscapes on this private full-day sightseeing tour and enjoy a fully-customizable itinerary. Cruise around the mist-shrouded West Lake, one of China’s most memorable natural wonders, and stroll around the Flower Harbor Park. Visit the famous Lingyin Temple, sample traditional tea at the Meijiawu Tea Village and stop for lunch in a local family home.

This unique half-day tour gives you a great overview about Dragon Well tea culture in both Longjing tea plantation and Hupao Spring (Running Tiger Spring, a must-see waterscape). In Hupao, spend about 60-minute easy hike, and be surrounded in beautiful creek, spring fountain and greens. Appreciate the amazing stone sculpture art works as well as to learn the spring water quality and the related Buddha temple history in the attraction. In addition, enjoy tea tasting and local lunch in the local tea farmer's house. Lunch, entrance fees, private guide and private vehicle service are all inclusive. Upgrade your tour with a relaxing boat ride in West Lake at time of your booking.

Hangzhou summers are hot, but this 4–5 km half-day trail offers a cool escape. In hours, see green mountains, streams, and tea fields. Start at Jiuxi. Trees block sun, drop temps. Moist air rises from streams. Hop stones or wade barefoot—a joy that beats heat. On misty days, "Jiuxi Smoke Trees" fits—fog drapes like ink art. Water, shade, greenery = natural AC. Uphill, forest turns to tea terraces. Reach Longjing Village, 1,600-year-old home of Longjing tea, the "Queen of Green Tea." Views of emerald bushes cover slopes. Rest, sip tea with snacks, hear of Emperor Qianlong's praise. Jiuxi is wild nature; Longjing is culture and fine tea. Together: scenery, heritage, refreshment. This route suits all—easy, rewarding. Lace up, bring your camera, and enjoy a half-day that cools, recharges, and connects you to Hangzhou's soul.