Marco Polo himself hailed Hangzhou as "the most beautiful and magnificent city in the world." If you're eager to experience the allure of a classic Chinese water town, Hangzhou is the perfect destination, with easy access from Shanghai. This enchanting city seamlessly blends breathtaking natural landscapes, rich historical heritage, and modern architectural marvels. At the heart of Hangzhou lies West Lake, a dazzling jewel that illuminates the city's soul.
As a first-time visitor to China, navigating multiple cities can be daunting. That's where we come in. Our expert tour guides will curate a seamless itinerary, ensuring a stress-free and unforgettable journey.
Best Hangzhou Tours
These are the most popular Hangzhou itineraries for visiting the classic attractions. Similar itineraries never mean that you'll have the same experiences — unlike other travel agencies that just show you around, we create unique Hangzhou experiences that allow you to interact with the local people and culture.
Most Popular Tours from Hangzhou
Skiing, rafting, panda visiting, and theme parks, there are tons of things to do around Hangzhou. Please check the following itineraries. We can adjust them flexibly for you.
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Ask for Helen in Chengdu
![]() We were in Chengdu for a good time, not a long time, and our guide Helen made sure of it. She is super interesting and fun and intuitive, and takes incredibly good care of her group at every level: I don’t think there is anything she can’t or won’t do for you. Travelling with multiple generations can be tricky, but Helen caught on to our dynamic right away and kept everyone happy and tuned-in, from the panda experience to chilling in the park. Such a fantastic experience all-around. more
Mar 2025, Susan
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Hangzhou with Derek from China Highlights
![]() Hangzhou is a beautiful city. Our guide was Derek from China Highlights, who is a very smart and well educated person. He knows a lot not only about history but also all kind of subjects. Derek is also very very very kind, and patience. We changed a little our itinerary because we wanted to know other things, and he completely understood what we wanted. Thank you Derek!! more
Mar 2025, Cecilia Ly
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Hangzhou tour
![]() The views at Hangzhou were amazing, Derek our tour guide from China Highlights was awsome, very knowledgeable, and loved the food at the local restaurants he suggested. more
Mar 2025, Teo O
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