Top Hangzhou Culture

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.

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.

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.

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)

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.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoy a fully guided private tour to discover the “ Paradise City” Hangzhou. Tick off the city’s amazing sites include the UNSECO listed West Lake, Famed Dragon Well Tea Village, Historic Lingyin Buddhist Temple. Stroll along the ancient Hefang Pedestrian street, with flexible itinerary that catering to your preferences. Travel around under the expert guidance of your knowledgeable guide and have good insight into local culture, history, custom and life.

Visit the stunning city of Hangzhou during this scenic day trip, with private pickup from your hotel or train station. Perfect for travelers to see the World Heritages only, 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) Feel the old histroy of Beijing- Hangzhou grand canal by walking along the Xiaohe zhjjie and Gongchen Bridge. 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.

Immerse yourself in the history of Hangzhou on this half day of the city’s landmarks with a knowledgeable guide. Stroll along the beautiful West Lake. Learn about Lingyin Temple and Pagoda of Six Harmonies.. A comprehensive package with hotel pick up and drop off are all inclusive. 1: Half-day private tour of Hanghzou City 2: Check off three biggest attractions of Hangzhou: Lingyin Temple, West Lake and Pagoda and Six Harmonies 3: Navigate Hangzhou with ease thanks to your private guide 4: Relax with pickup and drop-off direct from your Hangzhou hotel

Explore the natural charm of Hangzhou and immersion of the famous tea culture on this half day exclusive guided tour. Enjoy the leisure and relaxing hike along serene Yunxi Bamboo trail. Visit Longjing green tea village and learn about the famous Chinese green tea culture and beautiful countryside scenery. Choose to upgrade the option with the West Lake boat cruise based on the time and your own interests. Great guide, private door to door transfer and entrance ticket are all included.

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.

Take a leisure afternoon outing from Hangzhou city to Wuzhen Water Town located in Jiaxing city in Zhejiang province. Rated as the National's 5A attraction,the town boasts a history of more than 1300 years and retains its traditional ancient residences along the ancient canals and stone bridges. Take in the most amazing and charming day and night scenery the town has to offer, wondering along the ancient stone alleys at night with tantalizing lights on the ancient old buildings, bridges and canals, enjoy a delightful dinner along the riverside to full appreciate fantastic night scene.

Travel to 1,300-year-old Wuzhen water town from Hangzhou. Get a great overview of Wuzhen and appreciate the history and local culture. Stroll around the canals, bridges, and Ming-era houses. Enjoy a local tasty lunch right by the river. Entrance fee, boat ride, professional private guide and transfer service are also included.

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.

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 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.

Enjoy a full day excursion from Hangzhou city to Nanxun Water Town, one of the best-preserved ancient water towns, located in Huzhou city Zhejiang province. With about 750 years history, this town still retains its traditional ancient residences as well as the unique western style buildings from few centuries ago. Explore different charming attractions in the town to appreciate its culture, history and custom with your local guide.

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.

Our tour guide has rich knowledge, can introduce the history of Shanghai very well, is very familiar with various scenic spots in Shanghai, can help you make the most reasonable travel plan, the itinerary is not fixed, still can make corresponding modifications according to the needs of customers, to meet the different needs of customers, the tour guide has strong affinity, can serve customers very well, our reservation only needs 30 minutes in advance, it's very convenient. At the same time, we provide 24-hour customer support service, we will leave you a happy impression for your China trip.

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.

Well, Hangzhou is the home of Longjing tea. Tea is an important contribute to human's life. It is pleasant to see the tea plantation to understand the tea culture: How do people pick up the tea leaves? Why they still use hand to fry the leaves in the wok? Why the first cup they only put a little hot water to make the tea? You will be participating in picking the leaves, frying the leaves and take it home as a souvenir made by you in this enriching expierence tour. Tea ceremonry will be very informative. * Discover the beautiful countryside surrounding Hangzhou on a private tour * Hotel pick-up and drop-off, and round-trip vehicle transfer included * Visit the Dragon Well Tea Village, and learn how to pick tea with authentic tools * Stop for a traditional tea house and take part in a tea ceremony