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Boat on a serene lake surrounded by lotus plants, with a tree-lined shore and hills in the background.
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Yellow temple gate surrounded by lush green trees, viewed from a stone staircase.
Traditional Chinese temple gate with golden calligraphy sign, surrounded by lush green trees.
Traditional Chinese temple gate with golden calligraphy sign, surrounded by lush green trees.
Pagoda surrounded by lush greenery with a traditional wooden boat on a calm lake in the foreground.
Traditional pavilion surrounded by lush lotus plants and trees under a bright blue sky.
Cherry blossoms and willow trees reflected in a calm lake under a clear blue sky.
Boat on a serene lake with lush trees and mountains under a bright blue sky.
Boat on a serene lake surrounded by lotus plants, with a tree-lined shore and hills in the background.
Temple entrance gate surrounded by lush green trees, with a golden sign featuring Chinese characters.
Bamboo-lined path leading to a traditional Chinese pavilion under a bright blue sky.
Yellow wall with Chinese characters in black frames, surrounded by green trees under a clear blue sky.
Yellow temple gate surrounded by lush green trees, viewed from a stone staircase.
Private Hangzhou Day Trip from Shanghai: West Lake, Lingyin & Xixi
$721
Short description:
Travel from downtown Shanghai to Hangzhou on a private day trip with hotel pickup, private transport, English guide, West Lake boat ride, Lingyin Temple, Xixi Wetland, and lunch with drinks.
What to bring:
Passport or ID card
Duration:
12h
Transportation Arrangement:
Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Free cancellation:
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Guide Information:
Tour guide
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Product Introduction

📌 Product Overview

• This private Hangzhou day trip from Shanghai is designed for travelers who want to visit West Lake, Lingyin Temple, and Xixi Wetland in one day.
• Start from your downtown Shanghai hotel and travel to Hangzhou by private vehicle with an English-speaking guide.
• The tour combines West Lake scenery, Lingyin Temple’s Buddhist culture, and Xixi Wetland’s natural waterways.
• Included experiences cover a West Lake boat ride, Lingyin Temple with Feilai Feng, Xixi Wetland entry with boat ride, and lunch with drinks.
• After the Hangzhou visit, return by private vehicle and end the tour at your downtown Shanghai hotel.




✨ Highlights

• Visit Hangzhou’s three major highlights in one day: West Lake, Lingyin Temple, and Xixi Wetland.
• Take a West Lake boat ride and see classic views such as Three Pools Mirroring the Moon.
• Explore Lingyin Temple and Feilai Feng with an English-speaking guide.
• Discover Xixi Wetland by boat and enjoy time to explore the park area.
• Travel from Shanghai with private transport, downtown hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch with drinks, and guide service included.




🕒 Departure Time / Meeting Time

• Pickup time: 7:30 AM.
• Pickup is available from hotels in downtown Shanghai only.
• The tour lasts around 12 hours.
• Return to your downtown Shanghai hotel is expected around 7:30 PM, depending on traffic and local conditions.
• Final pickup details will be confirmed before the travel date.
• Please be ready on time, as this is a long-distance day trip from Shanghai to Hangzhou.




🗓️ Itinerary

• 7:30 AM: Meet your English-speaking guide at your downtown Shanghai hotel and travel by private vehicle to Hangzhou.
• Around 10:30 AM: Arrive at West Lake and take a boat ride from the Lakeside Park pier.
• Visit Xiaoyingzhou Island and enjoy views of Three Pools Mirroring the Moon.
• See classic West Lake scenery from the boat, including views toward Su Causeway, Leifeng Pagoda, and Baochu Pagoda.
• 12:00 PM–12:30 PM: Travel by private vehicle to Lingyin Temple.
• 12:30 PM–1:00 PM: Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at Shifangyuan near Lingyin Temple, with drinks included.
• 1:00 PM–2:00 PM: Visit Lingyin Temple and Feilai Feng, including stone carvings and main temple halls.
• 2:00 PM–2:30 PM: Travel by private vehicle to Xixi Wetland.
• 2:30 PM–3:30 PM: Explore Xixi Wetland by electric boat, following a route through key wetland areas.
• 3:30 PM–4:30 PM: Enjoy free exploration time inside Xixi Wetland Park.
• 4:30 PM: Meet your guide and return to Shanghai by private vehicle.
• Around 7:30 PM: Arrive back at your downtown Shanghai hotel and end the tour.




📦 Inclusions & Exclusions

✅ Private English-speaking guide
✅ Private transportation for the full tour
✅ Downtown Shanghai hotel pickup and drop-off
✅ West Lake boat ticket
✅ Lingyin Temple ticket
✅ Feilai Feng entry
✅ Xixi Wetland entry ticket
✅ Xixi Wetland boat ride
✅ Vegetarian lunch at Lingyin Temple area
✅ Drinks with lunch

Travel insurance

❌ Dinner
❌ Personal expenses
❌ Tips or gratuities
❌ Any service not clearly listed as included




⚠️ Know Before You Go

• This is a private day trip from Shanghai to Hangzhou with round-trip private transportation.
• Pickup and drop-off are available for hotels in downtown Shanghai only.
• Pickup time is 7:30 AM.
• The tour lasts around 12 hours, depending on traffic, attraction conditions, walking pace, and local arrangements.
• Passport information is required for ticket booking.
• Please bring the original passport used for booking on the travel day.
• The itinerary order and timing may be adjusted due to traffic, weather, attraction rules, crowd control, or local conditions.
• West Lake boat arrangements and Xixi Wetland boat routes may be adjusted due to weather, water conditions, maintenance, or park operation.
• Lunch includes drinks. Dinner and personal expenses are not included.
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes, as this tour includes walking inside temples, gardens, and wetland areas.




📍 Pickup / Drop-off Information

• Pickup point: your hotel in downtown Shanghai.
• Pickup time: 7:30 AM.
• Drop-off point: your hotel in downtown Shanghai.
• Expected return time: around 7:30 PM.
• Final pickup details will be sent before the travel date.
• Please check your email, WhatsApp, WeChat, or other contact method provided during booking for final tour details.

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