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    Hangzhou Private Tour with Hand Cranked Boat and Lingyin Temple

    By Monster Day Tours ShanghaiProduct code 5611781P22
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    Duration

    10 hours

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English, Mandarin Chinese

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Pickup

    Pickup details available

    Time zone

    Asia/Shanghai

    Why Travelers Love This

    10 hoursMobile ticketsPickup details available

    Overview

    Discover the soul of Hangzhou with a curated private tour that prioritizes authentic experiences and quiet moments, far from the busy tourist trails. Immerse yourself in Lingyin Temple, a 1,600-year-old Buddhist sanctuary in lush mountains, where ancient stone carvings and sacred halls create a serene atmosphere (free entry with advance reservation). After your temple visit, enjoy a relaxed local lunch at a nearby restaurant. Then head to Guozhuang Garden—West Lake's most exquisite classical garden—an oasis of elegant pavilions, winding corridors, and mirror-like lake views. From there, drift through West Lake's hidden waterways (Wuguitan, Yuhuwan, Maojiabu) on a private hand-cranked boat, gliding past reed marshes, stone bridges, and quiet coves that feel like a traditional Chinese ink painting. With a dedicated driver and thoughtfully arranged itinerary, this tour lets you experience the best of Hangzhou without rushing.

    What's Included

    Included

    Other

    English-speaking Tour Guide

    Other

    All taxes, fees and handling charges

    Other

    Guided Hangzhou Private Tour

    Other

    Bottled water

    Transportation amenities

    We offer authentic private car-tour experinces

    Other

    Admission Tickets and Boat-Ride Ticket

    Food and drink

    Tasty Local Lunch will be included

    Not included

    Other

    Personal expenses

    Other

    Guide tips and gratuities

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup details

    Pickup available
    Custom traveler pickup may be available

    Itinerary

    Standard10 hours
    1

    Stop 1

    1 hourAdmission included

    Lingyin Temple (Temple of the Soul’s Retreat) One of China’s largest and most significant Buddhist temples, dating back over 1,600 years. Nestled in a lush valley near West Lake, Lingyin features serene pagodas, ancient grottoes, and exquisite Buddhist rock carvings at nearby Feilai Peak (Peak Flown from Afar). Visitors can explore grand halls, incense-filled courtyards, and the famous 20-meter-tall Camphor-wood seated Buddha. Ideal for history lovers and spiritual seekers alike. Please dress respectfully and expect crowds during holidays.

    2

    Stop 2

    1 hourAdmission included

    Guo's Villa (Guo Zhuang) Tucked away along the quieter shores of West Lake, Guo's Villa is a hidden gem of classical Hangzhou garden design. Built during the late Qing Dynasty, this elegant "garden by a lake" blends traditional architecture with serene ponds, rockeries, and winding corridors. Unlike more crowded lakeside spots, Guo's Villa offers a peaceful retreat where framed views of West Lake feel like living paintings. Perfect for travelers seeking authentic Chinese landscaping without the crowds. Ideal for photography, tea drinking, and a slow afternoon.

    3

    Stop 3

    1 hour

    Hidden Waterway Hand‑Rowed Boat Experience Instead of walking the crowded stretch, begin your water journey at Majiawan Pier. Board a traditional hand‑rowed boat and glide into West Lake’s lesser‑known western recesses. This is the true “Secret Waterway” – a serene route leading to Turtle Pool . As your boatman gently poles through narrow channels, you’ll pass under low stone bridges, brush against wild reeds, and drift into mirror‑calm waters far from the main lake’s bustle. No large sightseeing boats, no noisy crowds – just the soft splash of oars, dappled shade, and an authentic, peaceful Hangzhou that only locals know. Perfect for travelers seeking quiet beauty with a touch of old‑world romance.

    4

    Stop 4

    1 hour

    Maojiabu Tea Gardens – A Hidden Longjing Tasting Spot Tucked in the quiet northwest corner of West Lake, Maojiabu offers one of Hangzhou's most peaceful tea experiences. The gentle hills of Upper Maojiabu (上茅家埠) are home to serene, terraced West Lake Longjing tea fields – free from tourist crowds. Here, locals still hand-pick the same celebrated Dragon Well leaves that give Hangzhou tea its signature chestnut-like sweetness. Just a short stroll from Wugui Pond and Yuhu Bay, this is the perfect place to sit at a village tea house, sip a fresh cup, and watch mist drift over the green bushes – a truly unhurried taste of authentic Hangzhou.

    Additional Info

    Infants Must Sit On Laps

    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    No Pregnant

    Not recommended for pregnant travelers

    No Heart Problems

    Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

    Physical Easy

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Policy type

    Standard

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

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