Luxury Bullet Train Ride: Private Hangzhou Day Trip From Shanghai

Excellent guide that gives very detailed colors of Hangzhou. Luna has a warm personality that makes the trip v enjoyable

This trip was great! Luke picked me up and we headed out from the train station to West Lake. Taking a boat tour was such a great way to see all the scenery, especially the one on the one yuan. The tea village was beautiful too—the whole valley looked like it was filled with fairy mist, Luke helped me enjoy the tea tasting experience and shop around (and helped me ship the items to my hotel). The old town he took me to was bustling with people and so lively, and he showed me around a lot and took some amazing photos for me. He is flexible to accommodate my different needs.It was truly an unforgettable day! When I asked for my favorite restaurant Luke helped me choose a good place.totally recommend this to anyone who wants to see city with one day!

Our guide Chloe was extremely well-prepared, very knowledgeable, and incredibly friendly. She made the entire experience both interesting and enjoyable. We had a wonderful time exploring with her and truly enjoyed spending the day together. We would highly recommend her

Had an amazing tour to Guo zhuang Garden. the lingyin temple and the tea plantation village with the guide Luke in Hangzhou city. It was a good time very well spent in experiencing the tranquility and harmony embodying the spirit of HangZhou itself. We purchased some tea and some souvenirs as well.

Luke was an excellent guide for the 2 day tour of Hangzhou- West Lake, Cheng Huang Pavillon, tea village. He gave detailed explanations and had great lunch recommendations. He was thoughtful in ensuring we knew how to get to the Impressions of Hangzhou show and our train stations.

We started our tour in Beijing. Our experience was exceptional. All our local guide were excellent. In Hangzhou the weather is very comfortable this time of year. We've been to the west lake the temple and tea and old town, guide Luke, was with us for today. Driver mo was driving us. Both were cordial and always helpful. Luke is very knowledgeable and speaks with pride about China. Fantastic ambassador. We have enjoyed our trip so far in China.

Thank luna for the energy and knowledge. It was very fascinating!

Thank you, Luna, for your hospitality. Your patience, empathy and kindness let us fully experience the stunning beauty of West Lake in Hangzhou. Lunch at Louwailou Restaurant was excellent, and the dessert was delicious. We had such a wonderful time.

Today was such a memorable day, Luke. Your knowledge of Hangzhou's history and culture made our West Lake visit so much more meaningful. We loved the authentic local lunch you recommended, and exploring the old street was a wonderful time. This has been a truly special experience—thank you!

Today was such a lucky day! The weather was absolutely lovely, and even though we didn’t have much time, we got to see all the highlights. Our tour guide Leo was fantastic—he took us off the beaten path to avoid the crowds. It was a wonderful day, and I learned so much too! The lunch was super authentic, and the tea village was really nice. The ride is very punctual and convenient too.What an amazing tour!today is the best day ever!

Leo is great man, today It is raining all day, It's very difficult, as it's golden week holiday. Lunch was very good, amazing—tried real local food and loved every bite! Hangzhou’s a special place, met lots of friendly folks. They are very nice people. Today was busy but awesome with our guide, Leo, Perfect day! Can't wait to see you next time.

We had such a delicious authentic local lunch today—totally loved it! Hangzhou’s such a cool city, and we met so many nice people. It was super busy but so much fun hanging out with our guide, Leo. What a great day!

Luna is really thoughtful. Since we are getting on in years and can’t walk far, Luna picked us a great spot. The Qiantang river tidal bore was absolutely spectacular!

The temple was absolutely amazing, and the grotto was so beautiful—West Lake was lovely too! Leo was a huge help with everything; he explained all about Buddhism really well. Lunch and Teahouse are very good.Today was such a great day. Can't wait to do this again soon!

We had some really authentic local food in Hangzhou that left a deep impression on us. We visited a quiet spot by West Lake—since we got there super early, we had a great experience. We also went tea picking in the tea village and saw what a beautiful place it is. Thanks so much, Leo!

We had a fantastic day today! This morning we got to see so many interesting things at Alibaba’s campus, and lunch was absolutely delicious—we tried real local Hangzhou dishes at this awesome, authentic place. The fun continued this afternoon at Robot Town, which was a blast. Leo, we really appreciate everything—thank you!

we loved West Lake, I preferred Lingyin Temple. We explored the old town and had a great experience with lunch and the tea village. Our guide Leo gave excellent explanations, and the driver was highly skilled. It was a perfect day.

My mom really loved the beautiful scenery at West Lake, but I found Lingyin Temple even more fascinating. With Leo and Driver Chen’s help, we got to explore more of the old town. Lunch was absolutely delicious—so good! The tea village was lovely too. Today was perfect, just awesome, perfect. Leo is the best tour guide we’ve had in China. His explanations were great and he really kept us engaged. The driver was top-notch too.

I really love Xihu Lake and its surroundings—so beautiful! I’m especially fond of Tea Village. It’s wonderful, with stunning bamboo forests. The lunch was amazing too!thanks Leo.

Luna is a really great local guide. She took me to the shops I wanted to visit, and I also met a new teacher!

It was a wonderful all inclusive day. Everyone, from Sam the office guy, Zhao our driver from the hotel in Shanghai, to the train station and back, and our driver in Hangzhou, Mr Jiao, was friendly and professional. And we felt totally at ease so we could enjoy our day. Chloe was a fantastic guide! Her enthusiasm, knowledge and warmth were delightful. She answered all our questions with a smile and shared her love for her country with us! And she’s a great storyteller! We did the luxury option including the very impressive night show at West Lake. Highly recommend!

Had a lovely tour of the best spots in Hangzhou and discovered it, in a way we weren't expecting it. The tour on the boat, the visit at the tea field and everything altogether was just perfect. I highly recommend you this tour and I highly recommend Chloe! She was a great guide, she answered all our questions professionally and gave us all the little facts about the city that only one living there can actually know. If you want a good tour book this one, if you want a perfect tour, ask for Chloe!

Today, tour guide Leo showed us around romantic West Lake and a bustling temple, and we ate at a very original local restaurant. It was a good day!

West Lake is so beautiful and romantic. There are lot of lotus flowers and leaves, and the weather is really nice. It's a perfect day. I also went to Robot Town, where I had a lot of fun controlling a robotic dog. Since it's the weekend, Alibaba's campus wasn't crowded, so it felt a bit different from usual.thank you Leo!

My trip was great and the guide - Chole and driver - Mr. Chen was amazing and had lot of experience. They covered so many places and explained every tourist stop in very detailed.

I really appreciated the day. Starting with the pick up at the hotel. Leo was really attuned to my rythm and made sure I got my fill of everything I wanted to see. The morning market was really bustling, but luckily the commercial street wasn’t busy. There were crowds on Su Causeway, yet the views were stunning. The gardens were peaceful and the park lovely. I enjoyed myself a lot today without feeling rushed. Thanks, Leo!

We love nature and quiet spots, and Leo nailed it! He shared tons of cool Hangzhou history—best day ever, thanks!

We had a wonderful time in Hangzhou with Leo ! West Lake was amazing, and the temples were really nice too—we both loved them. We also had a great lunch. All in all, it was a fantastic day!

Chloe is an excellent tour guide. I would recommend her. Very knowledgeable and kept my interest all the time. Excellent day trip from Shanghai. I enjoyed it a lot.

Great experience with Luna. She really went above and beyond to show me the best sights of Hangzhou! Highly recommend

A great day out with some new experiences. The temple is beautiful and the tea tasting fun. Thank you Luna for a lovely day out.

Today we took a boat ride on West Lake and visited the temples. Everything was incredible! I’d highly recommend our tour guide Luna. The restaurant for lunch was absolutely delicious. Everything went perfectly!

Luna was absolutely wonderful. She told us many stories about Hangzhou as well as the local way of life. I really enjoyed it. Even though it was very hot, the itinerary was well arranged. Highly recommend!

Nice day visit to key sights in Hangzhou. Luna was very knowledgeable and friendly guide and gave a good tour.

Luna is an excellent tour guide with brilliant narrations that captivated all of us. I highly recommend booking her as your guide. The itinerary is well-organized overall. Absolutely wonderful experience.

The tour was overall a wonderful experience. Luna was very knowledgeable about Hangzhou and also created an itinerary that suited my needs. She also was great when explaining the rich history of the city’s landmarks. I would recommend to anyone that plans to visit Hangzhou to request Luna to take you on a tour!

temple is very nice， lunch is impressive, tea plantation is really nice too. We witnessed Hangzhou's high moments, visited West Lake, and the old town area. Our guide Leo accompanied us to see all these places. Even though the time was short, we managed to see the most important parts of Hangzhou.

Today we saw a lot of things, even though we didn't have much time. We tried the best green tea in China and tasted authentic Hangzhou dishes. Our guide Leo helped us a lot in every way. Fortunately, it didn't rain today.

Today was a blast! Visited high-tech/AI/robot exhibits, all went smoothly. there is nearly No rain, we had a great time. A lot of laughter. Thanks, Leo!

We met our tour guide at Hangzhou Railway Station. The weather was really nice today, not hot at all. We toured the beautiful West Lake with Luca, and he shared a lot of stories and historical knowledge with us. Lunch was very good.It was an unforgettable day! Thank you.

Today we zipped through the best of Hangzhou at high speed. What an exciting city! We were thrilled to see it. Time flew by—we wish we could have stayed longer on the old street. Thanks, Leo and Wang.

This was absolutely awesome in every way. Lulu and Sam did a great job coordinating it. Especially since we booked it a day before...not our usual planning approach but we had a day and were so happy to book this. The train tickets were great, the driver to the locations was great. Lulu, as I said, was wonderful. We got to take a boat ride on the West Lake, see the ancient carvings, walk through the gardens, have a fantastic lunch and enjoyed our time at the Tea House. Also worked a little shopping in but I started to rain. Perfect day. Perfect tour!

Today is May 28th. We're lucky that the weather isn't too hot. Lingyin Temple is beautiful, and we really love it. We've always heard that Hangzhou is famous for its green tea. The tea village is located in a long, narrow valley, which is truly a magical place. Our guide Leo and driver chen took care of us today.

Even though it rained heavily, it was a memorable day. Our guide Leo prepared waterproof shoe films for us, which worked great. We saw a lot of sites today. We had a pleasant experience despite the difficulties.He helped us discover a hidden Michelin-starred restaurant, which should be a great experience. We're looking forward to checking it out.thanks, until next time!

The weather forecast said it would rain today, but it didn't. There were so many tourists! Our guide Leo showed us the best places in Hangzhou. Starting from the Meijiawu Tea Plantation, where we tasted the exquisite green tea. The Tea Museum was so beautiful. We learned the history of how tea began in China. The historical stories on the West Lake cruise were truly fascinating. Thank you, see you next time!

On April 18, we met our guide Leo at train station. Bright sunshine spills over the lake surface, where sparkling water sets off the green hills in the distance. At famous garden attractions, we wander among pavilions, terraces and open halls, feeling the charm of traditional Chinese culture. In tea villages Meijiawu, fresh tea fragrance greets the nose; we also taste authentic Hangzhou Longjing tea and experience the unique charm of Chinese tea culture. We tried local food the size is much bigger than we expected.driver zhou is capable, Thanks Leo, see you next time!

Today (Thursday, April 23), although the weather was quite cold with fine raindrops in the air, we felt the warmth of spring with our warm-hearted guide Leo. We found a flower as precious as the giant panda in the plant kingdom. I couldn't wait to share with you the early spring scenery in Meijiawu and the ancient city we discovered. It was truly an impressive trip. Very much appreciate Leo's sharing.

The weather today is breathtakingly beautiful, as if the very heavens are smiling down upon us. We wandered leisurely along the bank of West Lake, where mirror-like water stretched beneath our feet and rolling green hills rose in the distance. Every inch of this lake-and-mountain landscape feels like a poem in motion. Stepping into those gardens adorned with carved beams and painted rafters, time seems to stand still. Amid the dappled light and shadow, we touch the warmth of a thousand years of civilization and breathe in the lingering fragrance of history. When we enter that vast sea of tea plantations, fresh tea aroma wraps itself in the spring breeze, instantly lifting our spirits and purifying our very souls completely.thank you leo, see you next time

A Perfect Day in Hangzhou Our arrival in Hangzhou couldn’t have been more serendipitou! We were very happy with our guide Leo, whose passion for the city turned every corner into a story. His local insights led us to a hidden gem of a restaurant, where we savored Hangzhou’s iconic dishes. We wandered through a vibrant temple, then paused to taste the region’s legendary green tea, its freshness a revelation. The day ended with a meander down an ancient southern-style street, with many stores to explore. One day might not have been enough to explore Hangzhou.