• Lingyin Temple - Begin your journey at 9:00 am with a pickup from your hotel in downtown Hangzhou or Hangzhou Railway Station (City Station, No. 1 Huancheng Donglu, Hangzhou). Your private guide will lead you through the highlights of Hangzhou.

Start by visiting the magnificent Lingyin Temple (Temple of Soul’s Retreat), established approximately 1,600 years ago and recognized as one of China’s ten most renowned Buddhist temples. The temple houses a significant collection of Buddhist literature and numerous treasures, making it an excellent resource for those interested in studying Chinese Buddhism in depth. Accompany your guide up the mountain to discover a variety of intricate Buddha statues within the halls, as well as pagodas and Buddhist grottoes.

Next, proceed to the Hangzhou Dragon Well Tea Plantation to learn about tea production and enjoy tasting the renowned fragrant green tea.

• West Lake (Xi Hu) - Enjoy lunch at a carefully chosen restaurant where you can savor local cuisine. Continue your tour to the serene West Lake. Experience a boat ride on the lake, taking in the enchanting scenery of the water surrounded by green hills and divided into numerous scenic spots by bridges, dykes, and ancient structures. Conclude the cruise at Flower Harbor Park wharf, where you will visit the Red Carp Pond (Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor) - one of the top ten attractions at West Lake, featuring the flower harbor, red carps, peony flowers, a large lawn, and dense woods. Admire the stunning views and observe thousands of red carp swimming in the pond.

Finally, your guide and driver will return you to your hotel in downtown Hangzhou or Hangzhou Railway Station, concluding the tour.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water provided
• Traditional Chinese lunch included
• Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
• Fuel surcharge and tax included
• Knowledgeable professional tour guide
• All entrance ticket fees covered

• Gratuities

Enjoy a full-day private sightseeing with professional local tour guide, discover the essence of Hangzhou. You will take a boat to view the fascinating scenery at renowned West Lake, visit the Red Carp Pond in the south of the Flower Harbor Park, explore the splendid Lingyin Temple (Temple of Soul’s Retreat), enjoy delicious local food and taste Dragon Well Tea.

• Please provide Hangzhou hotel information or detailed train information while booking
• Transfer is available Only for Hotel or Hangzhou Railway Station (City Station, No. 1 Huancheng Donglu, Hangzhou)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.