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Email:info@tripstoshanghai.com
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Travel to Hangzhou in winter you don't have to sit in the snow and cold – unless you want to – because there's plenty to do and see during winter in Hangzhou. A special designed Hangzhou one day Tour in winter time visiting The Westlake, Guo Garden,Drangon Well Tea Plantation,Xixi National Wetland Park,Hangzhou Yunman Hot Spring to warm you up in the cold winter.
Duration: 7 - 8 Hours
Attractions(Cities):
The hangzhou Westlake,Guo Garden,Drangon Well Tea Plantation,Xixi National Wetland Park,Hangzhou Yunman Hot Spring,
Pick-up point:
Your Hotel & train station in Hangzhou
Finishing point:
Your Hotel & train station in Hangzhou
Tour Customizable:
Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry)
Payment Types:
Cash,Wire,Paypal,WesternUnion
Available: Daily (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner)
Our local hangzhou tour guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby in Hangzhou or the Hangzhou train station with a welcome sign" Hangzhou Private Tour", then starts the Hangzhou day trip!
The first stop is the West Lake, a must have on your Hangzhou trip. There is a saying prevalent among tourists - “The West Lake is beautiful on sunny days, charming on rainy days, gorgeous on foggy days and simply stunning on snowy days.”
For a glimpse of the stunning views of West Lake coated in white and for those tired of being pushed around by swarms of tourists, Maojibu, Turtle Pond, Yuhu Bay around the West Lake all make for nice getaways and vantage points from where to view West Lake.
Later, drive to the Guo Garden : Completed in 1861, this elegant garden villa was built as a private retreat for a wealthy Qing Dynasty silk merchant. Guo's Villa (Guo Zhuang, ??) is a fine example of Chinese aesthetics in which the manmade and natural blend in harmonious balance.The Villa opened to the public in 1991, after being restored. It faces Spring Dawn, by the Sudi Causeway which crosses the West Lake, and has a distant view of the serene Southern Screen Hill and the Baochu Pagoda. The villa has two sections Living in Quietness, where the owner lived the Sky in the Mirror garden, with a pond surrounded by roofed corridors, bridges, rockwork, trees.
After lunch, move to the Meijiawu Tea Plantation:Drogon Well Tea (simplified Chinese: ???; traditional Chinese: ???; pinyin: lóngjing chá), also known as Longjing tea, is a variety of roasted green tea from Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China where it is produced mostly by hand and has been renowned for its high quality, earning the China Famous Tea title. Meijiawu Tea village is seated at the hinterland of West Lake Park and it boasts the most important Dragon tea production basis. Here you are in an original natural environment, just relax your feelings and enjoy the special tea culture, taste the fragrant tea while appreciating the beautiful village scenery. And our guide or Tea Farmer will show you how to pick the leaves, how to fry the leaves and how to drink the best tea in China.
After lunch, drive to Xixi wetland Park. Back in the Qing Dynasty (1644–1912) Xixi’s plum blossom was one of the ‘Eighteen Views of Qiantang (now West Lake)’. Today the highlight of viewing plum blossom in Xixi, which is crisscrossed by six creeks, is that you can take a boat trip along the creeks to enjoy Lv’e Plum Blossom, the best of its kind.
Xixi Plum Blossom Viewing Festival is held from February 19 to March 12. During the festival Xixi has prepared a special itinerary which includes taking a sculling boat to enjoy the plum blossom where you will witness Yue opera while tasting Dim Sum made from the plum blossom itself. When you are back on land you can shelter yourself under an umbrella of blossom and witness the art of Tai Chi and the traditional charms of China’s tea ceremonies.
At last, have a warm hot spring experience at the Yunman Hot Spring. Inside the No. 1 World Hotel near Hangzhou Paradise Park. Yunman Hot Spring is of the hydrocarbonate kind and has been tested and authenticated by national authorities as a medical hot spring with low sodium radon. Currently, there are four zones in Yunman Hot Spring, with the Rain Forest Bubble zone being the largest and offering functions such as producing bubbles and massages. The Original Hot Spring offers original hot spring water without any additions and focuses on the special functions of the hot spring itself. In the zone of Xiang Ju Hua She, the hot spring has added flower elements, where the main function is to beautify the skin. The last zone, Tian Zhu Cao Tang is suitable for sub-health people with its added traditional Chinese medicines.
Drive you back to your hotel in Hangzhou or the Hangzhou Train Station and your tour ends.
Other Recommended Seasonal Hangzhou Tours:
2018 Recommended Hangzhou Day Trip in Summer (Jun.- Aug.)
2018 Recommended Hangzhou Day Trip in Spring (March - May)
2018 Recommended Hangzhou Day Trip in Autumn (Sep.-Nov.)
How Our Teams Serve you at China Private Tour
1-on-1 Travel Consultant
Our travel consultants have been working in local tourism for years, they are professional, experienced and responsible sharing our wealth of knowledge to plan your trip. They will formulate customized tour plan based on your travel interests, time, and budget as well as providing professional suggestions. Beside, they will keep in contact with you during your entire tour in China, continually checking if everything is going well as planned.
Excellent Local Guides
All of our tour guides are certificated and experienced. They are local experts with detailed knowledge about attractions, history, culture but also prepared to talk frankly about whatever topic interests you. They know the best places to visit, can give you advice on restaurants that serve great local food, the best places to shop, or theaters for the best shows in town. They’ll show you more about the history, culture, customs and authentic local life.
Private Car and Driver
We ensure that all of the vehicles that we use are air-conditioned, non-smoking, clean and well-maintained.(Not over 4 years). Our drivers are are local, polite, friendly and helpful with over 10-year drive experience. All kinds of vehicle are offered, and yours depends on the size of your group. Usually, we offer sedan cars, SUVs, business vans (MPV) and different types of buses, all with extra space for your luggage.
Meals & Dining
If the meals are included in the itinerary. We will take you to the best local restaurants and help you order dishes according to your preference on spot to guarantee that the food is freash not pre-cooked. Some meals excluded in your itinerary as you like, your private guide will be still delighted to give you some suggestions and take you to the local featured restaurants every week based on the online reviews of customers. We have a large selection of different restaurants which cater to the specifications of our customers, and are available to provide various options, such as vegetarian, Muslim, Chinese, Western, Jewish, and Indian restaurants.
Price Per Person in US Dollars
Duration：6 - 8 Hours
Attractions(Cities)：The hangzhou Westlake(including a boat cruise), Fish Viewing at the Flower Pond, Guo Garden, Drangon Well Tea Plantation, Bamboo lined path at Yunqi, Qinghefang Ancient Street
Tour Style：Accompanied by your private knowledgeable guide over 5+ years guiding experience and skillful driver over 10+ years driving experience, explore the best of Hangzhou on a full-day tour. Take a boat ride on West Lake to stay away from the crowds. the placid waters of which have been immortalized throughout history in literature and poetry. Experience a Chinese tea ceremony at Longjing Green Tea Plantation; walk through the Bamboo lined path at Yunqi to fully experience the serenity and beautiful nature of Hangzhou.
Duration：6 - 8 Hours
Attractions(Cities)：The hangzhou Westlake(including the boat cruise), Fish Viewing at the Flower Pond, Lingyin Temple and Meijiawu Tea Plantation, Anmanfayun Village, The Song Dynasty Imperial Street
Tour Style：This comprehensive Skip-The-Line full day tour of Hangzhou is perfect for you. Take a boat ride around the UNESCO-listed West Lake, view elegant landscapes at Fish Viewing at Flower Park, visit the secluded Zen monastery of Lingyin Temple, sip tea at Meijiawu Tea Vollage and stroll Song Dynasty Imperial Street. This guided tour lets you skip those queues and head straight into each scenic spot, which make your trip hassel-free and time well spent.
Duration：6-8 hours
Attractions(Cities)：Boat Ride on West Lake, Leifeng Pagoda, Meijiawu Longjing Tea Village, Bamboo Lined Path at Yunqi, Yue Temple
Tour Style：Do you recall the tales your grandparents shared about Hangzhou? Stories like "The Butterfly Lovers - ??? & ???," "Legend of the White Snake - ???," and "Yue Fei's Loyalty to His Country - ??????". These narratives carry profound emotional memories, resonating deeply with Chinese and overseas Chinese alike. Our one-day Hangzhou tour is thoughtfully tailored for Asian visitors and overseas Chinese, celebrating these shared cultural sentiments. Guided by our bilingual expert with a profound historical and cultural background, this journey brings these tales to life against the backdrop of breathtaking landscapes. Experience a serene West Lake boat ride, a poignant visit to the Leifeng Pagoda, an enchanting exploration of the Longjing tea village, a soul-enriching journey to Yuewang Temple, and a tranquil escape to the Bamboo Forest. It's an ode to history, a celebration of the senses, and an invitation to wholeheartedly embrace the enchantment of Hangzhou's spirit.
Duration：12 Hours
Attractions(Cities)：The hangzhou Westlake(including a boat cruise), Lingyin Temple, Meijiawu Tea Plantation, Qinghefang Street, Impression WestLake Show
Tour Style：Discover the famous Paradise City Hangzhou on a fully customized sightseeing day trip from Shanghai by bullet train. Accompanied by your private guide, stroll around Flower Harbor Park and take a relaxing boat on the West Lake. Visit the famous Lingyin temple; See the traditional Meijiawu tea mountain; wonder along the old Hefang Street and enjoy the magnificent Impression Westlake show. Local lunch and dinner, tea tasting at Meijiawu, round trip bullet train tickets, private guide and private vehicle service are inclusive.
Duration：10 hours
Attractions(Cities)：West Lake(Private rowing boat cruise), Guo's Villa, Lingyin Temple, Meijiawu Tea Plantation, Cheng Huang Pavilion
Tour Style：Independent travelers will love the flexibility of this private door to door day tour. This is the ideal tour for travelers with limited time in Hangzhou. Take the stress out of booking train tickets from Shanghai to Hangzhou and planning an itinerary by having everything arranged for you. Accompanied by your knowledgeable guide over 5+ years guiding experience and skillful driver over 10+ years driving experience, you'll immerse yourself in its world renowned natural, historical and cultural features.
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David did a great job on the tour. He is very knowledgeable about the places we visited in Hangzhou and the Chinese history. The view of the westlake and wetland park in winter are amazing. Would highly recommend this tour in winter and would recommend David to anyone coming to visit Hangzhou.