One Day Hangzhou West Lake Cruise Longjing Tea
Description
Cruise West Lake, enjoy the lake breeze and escape the crowds, as your guide points out Leifeng Pagoda, the Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, and the Broken Bridge, while offering photo tips. Then visit Longjing Village to taste Longjing tea — first bitter, then sweet — and hear the guide's stories of the tea hills. In the evening, stroll along Hefang Street with its white walls and black tiles, browse shops selling silk umbrellas and handmade fans, and enjoy the lively, cozy atmosphere as the lights come on. With a professional guide and driver throughout, this relaxed, effortless tour is the most authentic one‑day Hangzhou experience. Cruise West Lake to avoid crowds, hear stories, and take great photos Taste bitter-sweet Longjing tea, walk tea hills with guide's insight Hefang Street's white walls and black tiles – a local favorite Shop silk umbrellas and fans; lively under evening lights Professional guide & driver – a relaxed, authentic Hangzhou day trip
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Itinerary
We board the boat at Huagang Guanyu Pier and enjoy the breeze on the lake, avoiding the crowds on the shore. During the cruise, the guide will point out the thousand-year-old Leifeng Pagoda, the Three Pools Mirroring the Moon (featured on the back of the one-yuan banknote), and the Broken Bridge associated with the legend of Xu Xian and Lady White Snake. The guide will also share interesting stories about these sights, suggest the best photo spots, and be available to answer any questions along the way.
We head to Longjing Village, where every household is a farmhouse courtyard surrounded by lush tea hills. The air is fresh, the scenery beautiful. Sitting down for tea, we watch the host pour hot water over the dried leaves, which slowly unfurl and turn the water green. The first sip tastes slightly bitter, but soon a sweet aftertaste fills the mouth. After tea, we can take a walk up the hills to see how the tea plants grow. The guide will share the stories behind the tea. It’s a relaxing, effortless way to enjoy tea and learn as we go.
Hefang Street is the best-preserved ancient street in Hangzhou. It is a typical old street in the Jiangnan water town style. Most of the buildings feature the architectural style of the Ming and Qing dynasties: white walls, black tiles, wooden doors and windows, with some houses built right by the water. As you walk along the flagstone-paved road, you can slowly soak up the authentic atmosphere of old Hangzhou. This street is also a favorite among locals, not just a place for tourists. On both sides are many small shops selling local handicrafts, such as beautiful silk umbrellas, handmade fans, and some snacks like tea cakes. You can stroll around and take your time. Around this time in the evening, the street gradually gets more crowded, the lights come on, and it’s a very pleasant place to wander.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer complimentary pickup for guests staying at hotels in downtown Hangzhou (including West Lake lakeside, Wulin Square, Yan'an Road, Fengqi Road, etc.). The driver will wait for you at your hotel entrance or at a mutually agreed convenient location. The specific pickup time will be sent to you via SMS, email or WhatsApp before your travel. If your hotel is not within the above areas, please contact us in advance to confirm whether pickup can be arranged.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The minimum group size is 4 people. If the minimum group size is not reached, we will notify you three days in advance.
- We recommend that guests register a WhatsApp account in advance.
- This tour is a small-group tour. We control the group size to ensure you receive more attentive service and a more flexible travel experience.
