Fast Pass Priority: Hangzhou Essential Day Tour with Authentic Lunch
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Is Fast Pass Priority: Hangzhou Essential Day Tour with Authentic Lunch worth booking?
Fast Pass Priority: Hangzhou Essential Day Tour with Authentic Lunch is a 8-hour experience in Hangzhou, China, from $30 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $30 per person
8-hours tour in Hangzhou is precious, so don't waste the time standing in line, avoid crowded tour buses and slow-moving tour groups accompanied by your knowledgeable private guide over 5+ years guiding experience and sk
What you get
- Entrance fees if you book the all inclusive tour option
- Bottled water
- English & Chinese speaking tour guide
- Transportation by air-conditioned private vehicle
- Lunch if you book the all inclusive tour option
- Private Boat ride on West Lake if you book the all inclusive tour option
About this experience
8-hours tour in Hangzhou is precious, so don't waste the time standing in line, avoid crowded tour buses and slow-moving tour groups accompanied by your knowledgeable private guide over 5+ years guiding experience and skillful driver over 10 + years driving experice to take you to the famous attractions in Hangzhou. We handpicked the best skip-the-line tour so you can see all the top Hangzhou sites without the long lines. You have the options to have lunch at the local restaurant recommend by our guides (THEY ARE FOODIES, they really know where to eat in the city) or have an authentic home-cooked meal at a local famer's home. To make your trip convenient, we provide FREE COLD DRINKS, FREE-WIFI, UMBRELLA & PHONE CHARGER during the tour. Note: If you come from Shanghai, recommended timing: Arrival: Around 9:30am, Departure: Around 18:00pm. Both Hangzhou East train station and Hangzhou railway station are work for this tour. Free charge of train station pick up & drop off service.
What's included
Included
- Entrance fees if you book the all inclusive tour option
- Bottled water
- English & Chinese speaking tour guide
- Transportation by air-conditioned private vehicle
- Lunch if you book the all inclusive tour option
- Private Boat ride on West Lake if you book the all inclusive tour option
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
West Lake (Xi Hu)
In the morning, your tour guide will wait fo you in the lobby of your hotel in downtown Hangzhou or Hangzhou train station and head for West Lake by private car. Upon arrival, visit the famous Hangzhou West Lake-one of world UNESCO Sites. We special arrange a private boat for you since the public tourist boat are very crowded and noisy and sail to the secret parts of the westlake only known by local people. It's an enjoyable and relaxing way for you to appreciate the beautiful scenery with its islands, causeways, temples, pagodas and ornamental planting.
90 minutes here
Guo's Garden
Next visit Guo's Villa. Considered to be the best existing traditional private garden in Hangzhou and a great place to relax and revel in the beauty of Song-era tea houses and pavilions. Only local people come to this garden to enjoy their leisure time. The villa not only provides you with a better understanding on this Asian " Leisure capital" but also an idea place for photography.
45 minutes here
Longjing tea fields
After lunch, continue to Meijiawu Longjiang Tea Village, the origin of the best green tee in China, Longjing, with beautiful natural scenery. Interestingly, many tea houses in the village and you will have a chance to sample local tea). Interestingly, at a local tea grower's tea house, you could learn how to prepare local delicacies if you are interested. Learn to cook beggar's Chicken, Westlake carp fish in vinegar source, lotus roots, bamboo shoot and many other fresh vegetables. If you don’t wish to cook, just sit back and their flavors.
60 minutes here
Pagoda of Six Harmonies
Lateron, you will vist Six Harmonies Pagoda, it's a representative ancient pavilion-style tower in China, you'll get to know how the famous pagodas of China are scaled down and delicately sculptured, fully displaying the great achievements in ancient architecture. Moreover, the Six Harmonies Pagoda is a wonderful place for appreciating during the Mid-Autumn Festival. It has become a tradition for the locals to appreciate the spectacular scene since the Song Dynasty.
60 minutes here
QingHeFang
Your final stop is Qinghefang Ancient Street, a good place to experience the lifestyle of Old Hangzhou since it is the epitome of historic Hangzhou. It is also a great place fo shopping, food and sightseeing. You could see well-preserved old buildings, epxlore interesting boutiques and shop for unique souvenirs. When the tour is conclued, we will drop you off at Hangzhou train station or your Hangzhou downtown hotel.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
All Inclusive Private Tour
.: Authentic Lunch,local guide,private car service,skillful driver and entrance fees are all included. Pickup included
Guide with Private Transfer
.: This private tour offers knowledgeable guide,private car service and driver.(Local lunch,entrance fee are at your own cost.) Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- China Private Tours
Know before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please provide hotel information in "special requirement" at time of booking
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $30 to $260
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 73
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Fast Pass Priority: Hangzhou Essential Day Tour with Authentic Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hangzhou.
How much does Fast Pass Priority: Hangzhou Essential Day Tour with Authentic Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hangzhou usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Fast Pass Priority: Hangzhou Essential Day Tour with Authentic Lunch take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hangzhou is not rushed.
Is Fast Pass Priority: Hangzhou Essential Day Tour with Authentic Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hangzhou, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Fast Pass Priority: Hangzhou Essential Day Tour with Authentic Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Fast Pass Priority: Hangzhou Essential Day Tour with Authentic Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Fast Pass Priority: Hangzhou Essential Day Tour with Authentic Lunch?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hangzhou can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hangzhou and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Fast Pass Priority: Hangzhou Essential Day Tour with Authentic Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hangzhou within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hangzhou?
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On Outty we rank every Hangzhou experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jack HangZhou Private Tour, Best of Hangzhou: A Comprehensive Tour of the City's Top Sights, Flexible Hangzhou Private Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hangzhou?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hangzhou?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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