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Tours/Shanghai/Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba

Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba

Shanghai10–12 hours
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
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Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba
Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba

At a glance

Duration
10–12 hours
Price from
$232 / person
Location
Shanghai, China
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
China Private Tours

Description

It might seem too complicated to get from Shanghai to Hangzhou to see the city's highlights, but this package takes all of the difficulty of organizing your trip out of your hands. Pick up from your Shanghai hotel, take a bullet train through scenic Chinese countryside to Hangzhou. Start directly from the train station to the West Lake, take the leisure boat cruise, appreaciate the Guo's Villa, enjoy the stuning view of Longjing tea village & sip your cup of tea. Of course, you'll head to the HQ of Alibaba company from the outside and find out how the high-tech works so well at the shopping mall run by this company. All the private guide, driver, lunch, round-way train ticket and Shanghai hotel transfer service, entrance fee, etc are included.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, and 10:30 AM
Next available
Fri, Oct 16
Adult (ages 9+)
$232
Child (ages 4–8)
$60
Infant (ages 1–3)
Free

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $395.

Larger groups pay less per person.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.

Tour Options

With 2nd Class Train Tickets

Includes: Private Vehicle + Guide, Entrance Fees, and 2nd Class Round-Trip Train Tickets between Shanghai and Hangzhou.

With 1st Class Train Tickets

Includes: Private Vehicle & Guide, Entrance Fees, and 1st Class Round-Trip Train Tickets between Shanghai and Hangzhou.

Tour With No Train Tickets

Pick up at the Hangzhou hotels & train station. Includes: Private Vehicle, Private Guide, Entrance Fees

Pick up/Drop off in Shanghai

Includes: Pick up/Drop off in Shanghai Hotel, Entrance fee, Tour Guide, Private Transfer, 1st class train tickets

Itinerary

60 min

In the morning, pick up service is arranged at your Shanghai hotel, drive you to the train station and catch your train to Hangzhou (around 1 h). Once you arrived in Hangzhou, your tour start as below:

Admission included90 min

Step inside Alibaba’s campus and explore one of the world’s leading technology hubs. This visit offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into Alibaba’s corporate culture, innovation environment, and daily operations. Walk through modern office spaces, interactive exhibition areas, and beautifully designed open environments that reflect the company’s forward-thinking spirit. Your guide will share fascinating stories about Alibaba’s development, its impact on global e-commerce, and how it continues to shape the future of digital business. This experience provides a rare behind-the-scenes look at one of China’s most influential tech giants.

West Lake (Xi Hu)
90 min

Visit West Lake is the main reason for people come to Hangzhou. West Lake is an iconic, symbolic sight in Hangzhou and is regarded as one of the most beautiful sights in China. Its beauty is the subject of many poems and paintings. Legends originating in West Lake add to it an aura of romance. Taking a boat cruise on West Lake, you'll enjoy the stuning view of some of top ten West Lake sceneries including the Three Pools Mirroring the Moon. The occasional pagoda and Chinese-style arched bridges add atmosphere to the tree-lined walkways, verdant islands and hills make West Lake a very special part of any China experience.

Longjing tea fields
130 min

Move to Meijiawu Tea Plantation: Drogon Well Tea, also known as Longjing tea, is a variety of roasted green tea from Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China where it is produced mostly by hand and has been renowned for its high quality, earning the China Famous Tea title. Meijiawu Tea village is seated at the hinterland of West Lake Park and it boasts the most important Dragon tea production basis. Here you are in an original natural environment, just relax your feelings and enjoy the special tea culture, taste the fragrant tea while appreciating the beautiful village scenery. And our guide or Tea Farmer will show you how to pick the leaves, how to fry the leaves and how to drink the best tea in China. Enjoy your Lunch at a Local Tea Farmer's Tea House to know the real life of the local people: And we also can organize tea farmers teach you how to prepare, cook local delicacies if you want to (optional). You can learn how to cook: Beggar's Chicken, Westlake carp in vinegar source (Do not be scared, no bones!!! Aha), Lotus root, bamboo shoot...and other many tasty vegetables)

Admission included60 min

This place offers a fascinating 1.5 to 2-hour interactive experience suitable for families, school groups, and tech enthusiasts. With the assistance of a professional tour guide, visitors can explore the 6,000 m² Robot Expo Center, watch industrial and service robots in action, and enjoy hands-on activities such as playing chess, table tennis, or drawing with robots. The exhibit focuses on industrial and service robotics, so humanoid robots are not currently on display.

60 min

After the tour ends, you'll return back Shanghai by bullet train and drive you to your Shanghai hotel.

What's included

Included
Pickup/Drop Off service between hotel and train stations in Shanghai (With Pick up/Drop off option)
Authentic Local Lunch: Handpicked restaurant featuring genuine local cuisine (With Lunch option)
Private Vehicle: Spacious, air-conditioned with windows to enjoy scenic view throughout your journey
Tea Village Tasting: Visit a historic tea plantation, savor authentic Longjing tea,
Thoughtful Touches: Complimentary WiFi Stay connected onboard and share your moments in real time
High-Speed Rail: Round-trip business/first-class/second-class tickets for ultimate comfort
Unlimited Refreshments: Bottled water provided throughout your journey
Expert Guide: Aknowledgeable local expert dedicated to crafting a personalized journey just for you
All Entrance Fees: Admission to all attractions listed are included — no waiting, no hassle
Not included
Gratuities

How it compares in Shanghai

  • Starting price $232 is close to the typical $222 for tours of similar length in Shanghai

Excurgo comparison of 2,093 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

Hangzhou Classic & Tech Tour: Highlights · Robot Town · Alibaba lasts about 10–12 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $232 per person for this Shanghai experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $395. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does this tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, and 10:30 AM.

How much does this tour cost for children?

Children aged 4–8 pay from $60, adults from $232. Infants go free.

Can I cancel this tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

$232/ person
Duration10–12 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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