Weekend in a Bamboo Forest
Is hiding in an air-conditioned room the only way to spend the summer? Let's make the most of your weekend and play hide and seek with summer in the largest bamboo forest in East China.
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We spent 3 days in Hangzhou, the city is worth visiting and our guide Tim made it a wonderful memory.
![]() We spent 3 days in Hangzhou and we couldn't be happier. We visited awesome places like Lingyin Temple, the west lake and the China Silk Museum thanks to the fantastic explanations of our guide Tim (who fortunately speaks English more than fluently) a very knowledgeable and nice guy who made the visits always full of interesting but never boring explanations...I wish I had teachers like that!!! more
Jun 2025, Fabio D
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Hangzhou & Wuzhen - new experiences with kids
![]() Hangzhou and Wuzhen were part of our 10-day Shanghai-Hangzhou-Suzhou tour planned by China Highlights. Our local guide Susan - a Hangzhou native, was friendly, professional and shared with us the history, stories and food highlights of Hangzhou. From the boat ride on West Lake, tasting tea at Meijiawu, seeing the view from Chenghuangge, buying traditional (and modern) wares at Qinghefang street, visiting Hu Xueyan's mansion, to Wuzhen's scenic water town, Susan gave us many interesting bits of information at each place. She ordered a selection of local specialties for lunch on both days, all delicious and many we haven't tried before. Too bad we couldn't finish the food! She also gave us tips on what to buy and places to see and eat at in our spare time outside of the tour. Susan also made sure all our transfers and check-ins were smooth. Some kid-friendly experiences were fun for my 2 boys - tea brewing and tasting ceremony at Meijiawu, and clay pot making/painting at Wuzhen. We especially liked Wuzhen's picturesque vibe, with lots of interesting collated history and craft displays (e.g. lotus feet shoes, indigo cloth dye). Thanks to Susan and China Highlights for an enjoyable trip to Hangzhou and Wuzhen! more
Jun 2025, Lu W
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West Lake and Tea Village
![]() Derek did a terrific job guiding us around the sights of Hangzhou and giving us outstanding restaurant tips. Also, my niece was not feeling well and Derek was prepared to take us to see a doctor if necessary. My niece enjoyed learning about the local education system from him. more
Jun 2025, Amy C
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Tour 'Wow' Points
Watch Pandas Eating Bamboo in the Bamboo Forest
There are four pandas in the Bamboo Garden in the forest.


Raft down a Stream in the Valley and Feel the Cool Water Splashing on Your Clothes.
Enjoy the rapid fall and beautiful scenery of the bamboo forest along the riverbanks.


Fly High on a Cliff Swing and Feel the Cool Breeze while Your Heartbeat Accelerates.
Cliff swinging, glass skywalk, grass sledding, rock climbing... — there are all kinds of exciting activities to offer you a fun summer break.


Itinerary Quick Look
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
This itinerary with rafting is recommended from June to October. If you would like to escape to Anji during other months, we can arrange a theme park visit in spring and autumn or a skiing trip in winter for you.
With a pick-up in Hangzhou city or at Hangzhou Train Station at around 10 am, the private transfer to Anji takes 1 hour.
Enjoy an easy stroll in the bamboo forest and visit the pandas. Then raft down a stream in the valley.
Stay overnight in a resort surrounded by calming nature.
With a cliff swing, glass skywalk, grass sledding, and rock climbing, you can challenge your courage and have great fun at Skyland Amusement Park.
Your private transfer back to Hangzhou is at around 4 pm. If you like we can extend the tour to spend a day in the popular summer retreat of Moganshan.
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.


Price includes:
- Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
- English speaking local guide
- Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
- 24/7 helpline for while you are traveling
Tour code: hz-7