Hangzhou Private Day Tour with West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple and More
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Is Hangzhou Private Day Tour with West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple and More worth booking?
Hangzhou Private Day Tour with West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple and More is a 7-hour experience in Hangzhou, China, from $72 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $72 per person
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
What you get
- West lake boat cruise ( If tour with Lake Cruise option is booked)
- Experienced driver with air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fee to Lingyin Temple
- Local lunch
- Great local guide
About this experience
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.
What's included
Included
- West lake boat cruise ( If tour with Lake Cruise option is booked)
- Experienced driver with air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fee to Lingyin Temple
- Local lunch
- Great local guide
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
West Lake (Xi Hu)
Your great guide and the driver will pick up at your Hangzhou hotel (train station if you travel by train). Begin your wonderful tour at West Lake, listed in UNESCO World Cultural Site, enjoy a pleasant stroll around the lake area and visit some of the top 10 sites such as Lotus Park, Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor, see Leifeng Pagoda and learning the interesting local folklores from your guide. If you book the tour with boat cruise, you will enjoy the relaxing boat ride to middle lake Island and soak in the tranquility and picturesque scenery that has inspired many Chinese poets and artists through the ages.
90 minutes here
Longjing tea fields
Continue the tour to the local dragon well green tea village, where the famous green tea is planted and produced. Follow your guide to enjoy a fresh walk along the lush green tea plantation and fields, take in the beautiful and tranquil countryside scenery. learn how to pick the tea leaves and other knowledge related to the tea culture and drinking. You could also choose to include the tour to the only “China National Tea Museum” to get a more comprehensive tea culture and knowledge. Take a break and savor a delightful lunch or dinner, sip the authentical green tea. Your guide will recommend you the dishes based on your own dietary requests.
60 minutes here
Lingyin Temple
Next head to Lingyin Scenic Spot area, here you will visit the “Forest Type “of mountain, visit the amazing stone grottoes carved with more than 300 buddha statues from 1000 years ago. Check out some of the cool caves, see the largest happy buddha statues that welcome you. Pay the visit to the top 10 largest Buddhist Monastery Lingyin temple. Explore the impressive temple include “Hall of the Heavenly Kings”, Grand Hall, Medicine Hall etc. See the previous Buddha statue made from Camphor Trees, 500 disciples made of huge bronze, impressive mural wall at Guanyin Buddha and more. Get to learn the fascinating religious culture, custom and history from your guide.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Hefang Street
After the temple, drive to Hefang pedestrian street, a lively local street with old traditional architecture, have fun check out various local arts, crafts, eateries, street vendors, you may also enjoy the souvenir shopping here. As the private customized tour, if you have been to the above-mentioned sites, you could replace to other sites such as :1) Liuhe Pagoda; 2) Former residence of Xueyan Hu; 3) Yunxi Bamboo Forest etc. After the wonderful tour you will get dropped off at your Hangzhou hotel or other downtown area as per your request.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Tour with Lunch
Great guide, driver with car , entrance fees, lunch are all included. Pickup included
Tour with Lunch & Lake Cruise
Great guide, driver with car , entrance fees, west lake boat cruise , lunch are all included. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunny Private Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $72 to $344
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Hangzhou Private Day Tour with West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple and More: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hangzhou.
How much does Hangzhou Private Day Tour with West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple and More cost?
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Prices start at $72 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 Hangzhou Private Day Tour with West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple and More take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Hangzhou Private Day Tour with West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple and More worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Hangzhou Private Day Tour with West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple and More?
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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 Hangzhou Private Day Tour with West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple and More suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Hangzhou Private Day Tour with West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple and More?
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Around 0 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hangzhou Private Day Tour with West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple and More 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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