From Shanghai: Hangzhou Private Day Trip with Bullet Train

Discover Hangzhou on a private day trip from Shanghai. Travel by bullet train, visit the Lingyin Temple, explore West Lake, and enjoy a traditional lunch and tea tasting in Longjing Village.
Begin your journey with a pickup from your hotel in Shanghai by your professional English-speaking tour guide, ensuring a smooth and informative start to the day. Travel in comfort on a high-speed bullet train, experiencing China’s modern rail system while heading toward Hangzhou.

Your first stop is the Lingyin Temple, one of Hangzhou’s oldest and most famous Buddhist temples. Nestled in a forested valley, this sacred site is home to centuries-old halls, pagodas, and towering Buddha statues, offering visitors both serenity and cultural insight.

Just outside the temple, explore Feilai Peak (Flying Peak), a unique limestone hill adorned with hundreds of ancient Buddhist rock carvings dating back to the 10th century. These intricate grottoes and sculptures provide a fascinating glimpse into China’s religious art and history.

Next, head to Longjing Village, the heart of China’s renowned tea culture. Here, enjoy a tea tasting experience and immerse yourself in the peaceful tea village atmosphere. Lunch is optional; if you would like to have a meal, your guide can recommend a local restaurant serving authentic Hangzhou cuisine. After tea tasting, take a leisurely stroll through the surrounding tea fields, learning about the tea-picking and tea-making process while soaking up the tranquil rural scenery.

In the afternoon, explore the enchanting West Lake, Hangzhou’s most iconic landmark. Stroll along willow-shaded paths, enjoy serene views of the lake and its islets, and hear legendary stories that have inspired poets and painters for centuries.

Finish the day with a visit to Hefang Street, a lively pedestrian street filled with traditional shops, local snacks, and handicrafts. Your guide will help you navigate this bustling hub, ensuring you discover its cultural highlights and hidden gems.

At the end of the day, your guide will accompany you on the bullet train back to Shanghai, followed by a hotel drop-off by taxi, ensuring a comfortable return journey.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.