Begin your day in Hangzhou at Lingyin Temple, one of China’s most famous Buddhist temples. Explore the historic temple complex and learn about Chinese Buddhist traditions before enjoying a simple vegetarian noodle lunch nearby.

Private Hangzhou Day Trip from Shanghai

Escape Shanghai for a day and discover Hangzhou, famous for scenic West Lake, historic temples and its rich cultural heritage. Travel from Shanghai by high-speed train and explore Hangzhou with an English-speaking local host at a relaxed pace.

Your Hangzhou Day Trip

High-speed train from Shanghai → Lingyin Temple → Vegetarian lunch → China National Silk Museum → West Lake & boat ride → Local dinner → High-speed train back to Shanghai

Lingyin Temple

China National Silk Museum

Discover China’s long history of silk at the China National Silk Museum. See traditional textiles, clothing and silk-making techniques, and learn why Hangzhou has been closely connected with silk for centuries.

West Lake & Boat Ride

Spend the afternoon at West Lake, Hangzhou’s most iconic landmark and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a relaxing boat ride across the lake and enjoy views of pagodas, tree-lined shores and the surrounding hills from the water.

Local Dinner in Hangzhou

End your day with a local dinner and a taste of Hangzhou cuisine before heading to the railway station for your high-speed train back to Shanghai.

What’s Included

• English-speaking local host in Hangzhou
• Round-trip high-speed train tickets between Shanghai and Hangzhou
• Local transportation in Hangzhou
• West Lake boat ticket
• Vegetarian noodle lunch

What’s Not Included

• Dinner
• Personal expenses
• Other attraction tickets not listed as included

Tour Pricing

• 1 guest — RMB 1,999
• 2 guests — RMB 2,399
• 3 guests — RMB 2,799
• 4 guests — RMB 3,199
• 5 guests — RMB 3,599

Prices are per private group and vary by group size.

High-Speed Train Information

Round-trip second-class high-speed train tickets between Shanghai and Hangzhou are included. We’ll select suitable train times based on the day’s itinerary and arrange the tickets for you.

Ready to Discover Hangzhou?

Experience Hangzhou on a private day trip from Shanghai, with high-speed train travel, local transportation and an English-speaking local host taking care of the day.