From the ancient Lingyin Temple to the secluded Fayun Ancient Village, experience Hangzhou's unique Buddhist culture and tranquil mountain atmosphere amidst the chanting of Buddhist scriptures and the sound of cold springs. The exclusive itinerary seamlessly connects West Lake, ancient temples, tea fields, and old streets, allowing you to fully appreciate the essence of nature, history, and culture in one day, making for a fulfilling and comfortable journey. Escape the crowds and drift into West Lake in a small boat. Experience the tranquility of being surrounded by mountains on three sides, watch the shimmering water and weeping willows swaying along the banks, and truly feel as if you are "boating through a painting.

🚩 Tour Summary:

• Duration: 9 hours
• Transportation: Car 
• Tour Type: Private Tour 

🗓️ Itinerary:

9:00 - Departure

Pick-up hotels in Shangcheng District, Binjiang District, Gongshu District

Yi Park

Yi Park is a tranquil corner by West Lake, where gentle breezes skim the water, sunsets tint the lake in gold, and time seems to slow amid Hangzhou’s quiet beauty.

West Lake Pleasure Boat

West Lake is Hangzhou’s iconic landmark, celebrated for its poetic scenery, historic sites, classic causeways, and timeless beauty captured in the Ten Scenes of West Lake.

Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor

Viewing Fish at Huagang is one of the Ten Scenes of West Lake, famed for its Red Fish Pond with lively carp, beautiful flower gardens, and historical significance marked by imperial inscriptions from the Qing Dynasty.

Lingyin Temple

Lingyin Temple is a 1,600-year-old Buddhist temple in Hangzhou, renowned for its serene mountain setting, magnificent halls, and deep cultural significance linked to both Buddhist history and the folk legend of the monk Jigong.

Fayun Ancient Village

Fayun Ancient Village is a tranquil, well-preserved mountain settlement near Lingyin Temple, known for its stone-paved lanes, traditional houses, flowing streams, and tea gardens that create a timeless, secluded atmosphere.

Meijiawu

Meijiawu is a renowned Longjing tea village west of West Lake, famous for its vast tea plantations, distinctive tea culture experiences, and high-quality Meijiawu Longjing nurtured by its mountain valley setting.

Southern Song Imperial Street

It is a historic north–south avenue in Hangzhou, now an open-air museum where preserved relics, traditional architecture, and modern culture together showcase the city’s evolution from ancient capital to vibrant metropolis.

Lunch
At your own expenses

17:00 - End tour

Drop-off hotels in Shangcheng District, Binjiang District, Gongshu District

Please note that the actual itinerary may be adjusted based on time, weather, and attraction availability.

🚐 Departure & Drop-off Points:
1. Pick-up point

• Time: 9:00
• Hotels in Shangcheng District, Binjiang District, Gongshu District

• Time: 17:00
• Hotels in Shangcheng District, Binjiang District, Gongshu District

• Please arrive at the location at least 15 minutes before the departure time.
• Late arrivals or no-shows are non-refundable.
• This is a shared transfer, and pick-up times may be earlier or later than scheduled.
• Please enter your hotel name and full address at the checkout page.

👥 Eligibility:

This activity is suitable for all ages.

💰 Surcharge:

Pick-up and drop-off outside Hangzhou City with additional fees.

ℹ️ Additional Information:

• Drone usage, environmental damage, creating loud noises or disturbances, walking barefoot, picking plants, climbing, and graffiti are not allowed.
• Pets of any kind, alcohol and drugs, flammable materials, weapons and explosives, hazardous chemicals, dangerous tools, and any other items prohibited by the regulations of the departure or destination country are not permitted.
• All participants must carry a passport or a Mainland Chinese ID card.