Private Hangzhou Day Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train
Join our private day trip from Shanghai to Hangzhou by high-speed train. We provide door-to-door pickup, private vehicle and professional guide for stress-free sightseeing.
You will visit West Lake (UNESCO site), Longjing tea plantations for tea tasting, plus Feilai Peak and Lingyin Temple to experience Buddhist culture. This compact private tour covers Hangzhou’s core scenery and local culture perfectly.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Hotel lobby
- Your driver‑guide will hold a name sign and meet you at your downtown Shanghai hotel lobby for pickup.
Shanghai train station
Private transfer from your hotel to Shanghai Railway Station. Board the high‑speed bullet train to Hangzhou, around 1.5‑hour ride.
West lake
Upon arrival in Hangzhou ,you will transfer by private chauffeur to UNESCO World Heritage Site, West Lake is Hangzhou’s landmark. You will view the celebrated Ten Scenes of West Lake, appreciate peaceful lake waters, ancient arch bridges and poetic Chinese landscape scenery.
Local Hangzhou restaurant
Your guide will recommend local Hangzhou restaurants according to your preferences, so you can experience truly authentic local Hangzhou food.
Feilai Peak & Lingyin Temple Scenic Area
Famous historic scenic spot well‑known for grotto stone carvings from ancient dynasties. You will explore delicate rock statues and visit LingyinTemple, one of China’s most prestigious ancient Buddhist temples with tranquil temple buildings.
Meijiawu Tea Plantation
A core producing area for premium Longjing green tea. Walk through rolling terraced tea fields nestled among mountains, learn about local tea‑making culture and enjoy a tea‑tasting experience of genuine Longjing tea.
Hangzhou train station
At the end of tour you will take private transfer to Hangzhou Railway Station. Take the bullet train trip back to Shanghai.
Shanghai station
After arriving back in Shanghai, private vehicle will drop you off at your original downtown Shanghai hotel to finish the tour.
Ending Point
Your hotel lobby Shanghai
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
*English speaking guide
*Round trip pick up service from hotel shanghai to train station
*Private car service in Hangzhou(Vehicles will be arranged according to your group size: 4‑seat Camry, 7‑seat Zeekr 009 or equivalent Buick MPV will be provided,Gasoline fee, toll fee and parking fee all inclusive)
*Tea tasting in Longjing tea plantation
*Roundtrip bullet train tickets from Shanghai to Hangzhou(2nd class about 30USD/ppl)
*Lunch
*Personal expanse
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Cindy W.
I’m Cindy, a native Shanghainese with 13 years of professional experience in the travel industry. Outgoing and friendly, I speak fluent English and love travelling around the world myself.
Over the years, I have served more than 7,000 travelers from Europe, the United States and other Western countries. I specialize in unique cultural small-group tours, and I also provide comprehensive itinerary planning services for guests travelling to China on business trips.
I am far more than just a tour guide — I lead my own dedicated small team. No matter where you plan to visit in China, we are able to tailor a perfect itinerary fully based on your personal preferences.
I am a huge food lover and enjoy exploring hidden local eateries in Shanghai and surrounding cities. Travelling with me, you will get to taste authentic local delicacies unknown to most tourists. Besides, I am passionate about history. If you are also a history enthusiast, I am delighted to share countless fascinating lesser-known stories from Chinese history along the way.
I am someone who appreciates the finer things in life. I have extensive knowledge of luxury hotels, trendy restaurants and bars across Shanghai and nearby regions, so I can seamlessly arrange premium leisure experiences tailored for you.
Thanks to my overseas background, I fully understand international travelers’ expectations, and strive to deliver completely hassle-free travel experiences for every guest.
I have established long-term partnerships as an official supplier for major global travel platforms including Tripadvisor, Viator and Expedia. In the past 13 years, I have consistently delivered outstanding service and received great feedback from all my clients.
$750/ per group
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