Private Tour
Flexible Hangzhou Private Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train
Overview
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Discover the famous Paradise City of 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. Local lunch, round-trip bullet train tickets, a private guide, and private vehicle service are included if you book the all-inclusive package.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Passport name and number is required at time of booking for all participants (for getting your bullet train ticket in advance)
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please wear comfortable shoes
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station
Meet your private guide at your hotel lobby in the morning, and head up to Hangzhou City by taking a 1-hour bullet train ride. On the train, discuss your Hangzhou things-to-do list with your guide. Of course, your knowledgeable guide will give you some suggestions, and he or she will customize your day based on your needs and interests. Below literary is just an example for you.
West Lake (Xi Hu)
Upon arrival to Hangzhou, take a short walk by the beautiful West Lake as well as to enjoy a 45-minute relaxing boat ride. Your friendly private guide will share with you some interesting local history and stories.
What‘s Included
West Lake Boat Ride and 1 local attraction ticket (for All Inclusive Package)
Local lunch
Private guide
Private air-conditioned comfortable car
Round trip bullet train fare
Hotel pick up and drop off (Shanghai downtown hotels only)
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up does not include hotels in the outskirts such as Jiading, Songjiang ,Qingpu ,Jinqiao, Chuansha in Pudong areas, etc. If your hotel is not in the downtown your guide will provide instructions on where to meet downtown
West Lake Boat Ride and local attraction ticket (if All Inclusive Package is not selected)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Tour with Lunch
Lunch, round trip fast train tickets in 2nd class are included. Attraction fees and boat ride are at your own cost.
Pickup included
All Inclusive Package
Lunch, round trip train tickets in 2nd class, West Lake boat ride and lin yin temple attraction fee are all inclusive.
Pickup included
Reviews
222 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Happy day
610mariapaulaf,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alana just to say to you Carolina was amazing tour guide with us!! Shes really kind and beautiful person, she’s intelligent and let our Trip be the most amazing day so far
It's a fantastic...
Tany T,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It's a fantastic compressed tour of Hangzhou: tour guide Caroline is very knowledgeable & accommodating, food is good, drivers are safe & efficient drivers.
Great tour to Hangzhou
esthergM7817UY,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very interesting experience. Our guide, Nini (Caroline) was fantastic. The boat ride, the visit to the tea plantations and the exploration of the huge and ancient Buddhist Temple in Hangzhou were unforgettable. Thanks Nini, for a great day in this town.
Private tour to Hangzhou
Tjie H,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Today we do private tour to Hangzhou. Caroline is the tour leader. She is a very friendly, cheerful, and bright person. Going on this one day trip with her is very enjoyable. She shows us a lot of tips and is very helpful throught out the trip. She takes pictures for us, explain the history well, and she also help us order the best and most delicious food I've ever taste.
Request Caroline! What a wonderful day!
Lee N,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day on the water, visited the largest housed Buddha temple and had a delicious lunch. Caroline is very knowledgeable and kept us on time to each destination. Make sure to buy the grade A green tea from the local farmers. A wonderful gift and treat for yourself when you arrive home.
Good Tour
amartin4913,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was very good for a short visit in Hangzhou. The tour group is very accommodating to the customer’s needs, and I would recommend them.
Phenomenal tour, precise execution of the busy day was very impressive!
sjsheetz,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This should be a 5 or 6 STAR review! Caroline & drivers were excellent, professional & personable. Venues were lovely & brought to life with Caroline's enthusiasm. The precision of time, cars, trains pick-ups impeccable! I was asked by Alana (owner) to give a 5 star review. It is obvious she pressurizes her employees to remind clients to leave 5 star review..my message to Alana is: cool your jets you have provided a first class whirlwind prescion experience and most everyone will be happy to provide a 5 star review. BUT: DO NOT TELL ME TO LEAVE A 5 STAR REVIEW! I make up my own mind. I felt i had to make this 4 stars to bring to peoples attention amongst, what I am sure are all 5 star reviews because of the high quality experience.
Tea tasting description is a bit of a stretch
NWandSS,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00My wife provided the main review which was very positive, however I just wanted to highlight that the tea tasting involved a polystyrene cup of green tea with our tasty lunch. "Tea tasting" description, to me, conjures up a totally different scenario. Otherwise an excellent day out.
Excellent Experience
Sharon P,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent experience with our guide, Queena. She was very patient and attentive, and when plans needed to be adjusted, she always prioritised our welfare and best interests. Queena was also highly informative, sharing insightful knowledge about the sights and ensuring that we gained a deeper understanding of the local culture. In addition, Aleena—our main point of contact from the start—was prompt, organised, and very supportive in arranging the tour. Her gentle reminders and the group chat helped us stay well-prepared and clearly informed about the day’s programme. I would strongly recommend them to anyone considering a day trip from Shanghai to nearby cities such as Hangzhou or Suzhou. Everything was thoughtfully planned and well taken care of, from transport to food and service. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
5-star Hangzhou tour
O2992SMchristophert,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Caroline spoke perfect English. She’s very knowledgeable, very helpful and pleasant. I love the restaurant she chose at Hangzhou. The transportation is smooth and seamless. The van is new and clean with an excellent driver. I would rate this tour as a 5-stars experience.
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