Summary

Hangzhou is a great destination for a family holiday, and our private family tours offer an easy and flexible way to explore Hangzhou. Not only the key attractions, but also some activities like alocal family visit and cooking can be arranged in the tour; futhermore, a ride through the countryside is also available.

Day 1: Arrive in Hangzhou

A friendly English-speaking guide will welcome you at Hanghzou airport when you land there, then transfer you to your hotel by private car. In the evening, you are suggested to watch a night show in Hangzhou, such as the Xihu Impression Show, the Romance of Song Dynasty show or the Night of West Lake Show.

Day 2: Hangzhou West Lake-Longjin Tea park-Hefang Street

Pick up from your midtown hotel in Hangzhou and head to a wharf at West Lake. for boat cruise. There are many lakes named "West Lake" in China, but the "West Lake" here in Hangzhou is usually considered the most beautiful among all. It is surrounded by hills on its three sides, with an area of about 6.5 square kilometers

Finish your cruise at the Huagang Park Wharf. Move on to Huagang Park ( Fish Viewing at the Flower Pond Park ). The Huagang Park was a private garden of an official in the Southern Song Dynasty about 800 years ago. Now it has been greatly renovated and turned into large park of over 20 hectares.

Then vist Lingyin Temple. Lingyin Temple is a Buddhist temple of the Chan sect nestled in the Flying Peak north-west of Hangzhou. It is one of the largest Buddhist temples in China. The Flying Peak features a large number of grottos and religious rock carvings

Then go for lunch at a local family of hangzhou, you can help cooking if you are interested in distinguishing the Chinese family kitchen from the westerns.

After lunch,you are taken to Longjing Tea Plantation to experience the traditional method of making Longjing (Dragon Well) Tea as well drinking, picking, smelling or buying. Hangzhou is famous for its Longjing Tea, one of the best green teas in China.

In the evening we will go to visit Hefang Street, which is the most famousstreet in Hangzhou. For its brilliant culture and long history, Hefang Street is regarded as thel symbol of ancient Hangzhou. Vising this busy but interesting street, you can catch a glimpse of the old buildings and famous brand stores passing down generation by generation, enjoying local snacks as well as savoring the beautiful artifacts and Chinese style ornaments.

Day 3: Hangzhou Departure

Your private guide will come to pick you up at your hotel in the morning, then transfer you back to the airport , the tour ends there when the guide drop you off, you can fly to your next travel destination.

What is included

*Private car with chauffeur for all the transfers

*Service of English speaking tour guide.

*Lunch at a local family on Day 2.

What is excluded

*Entrance Fee,west lake boat ticket 55RMB/PAx, Lingyin temple75RMB/pax.

*Hotel in Hangzhou.

*Flight tickets or Train tickets in/out Hangzhou.

*Tips to the guide/driver.

*The night shows in Hangzhou, such as West Lake Imperssion Show 360RMB/pax, which are optional programs for your interest.

*Any other personal expenses.

Recommended shows in Hangzhou

The three most famous performances in Hangzhou are the Impression West Lake Show, The Romance of Song Dynasty and Night of West Lake. They respectively display the charming aspects of West Lake and Hangzhou.

**Impression West Lake**

Impression West Lake is one of China's top live-action performances strongly featuring the local culture and unique charm of Hangzhou's West Lake. It is famous nationwide for its dreamlike and fantastic elegance. Impression West Lake is one of the cultural representations created by Zhang Yimou who is China's most famous movie director and the general director of the opening ceremony of Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.

Performing Time: 19:45 to 20:45

Place: No.82, Beishan Road, opposite to Yuefei Temple and Shangri-la Hotel, Hangzhou. Stage is entirely on the Yuehu Lake, which is a natural part of West Lake

Fee: 270RMB to 1000RBM

**The Romance of the Song Dynasty**

It is an easy and convenient way for visitors to understand the all-encompassing charm of the tangible and intangible heritage comprised of legend, myth, love stories, tradition, history and classical lifestyles of Hangzhou, once the capital of Song Dynasty. The Romance of the Song Dynasty boasts as being one of the three best shows around the world. It is an indoor, panorama style, large-scale performance. It is based on Hangzhou history and mythology and is intermixed with singing, dancing and acrobatics. The performance will give you a pleasant and impressive feeling and can be compared in beauty with the “Moulin Rouge” in Paris and “O Show”in Las Vegas. It is a must for tourists coming to Hangzhou.

Performing Time: 12:40,14:00,18:00,19:20,20:40

Show Venue: Song Dynasty Town, No.148 Zhijiang Road, Hangzhou,China (杭州之江路148号宋城景区)

Fee: 280RMB to 310RMB

**Night of West Lake Show**

It is another famous indoor night show in Hangzhou.The performance showcases the culture of the region and lasts around one hour. Songs, dances, opera, acrobatics and stunts are integrated in this performance to present the ancient civilization and customs of Hangzhou. There are five scenes as described below.

The first scene - Soldiers Training Performance by Wuyue Ruler. This scene is a recreation of solders training in the Wuyue State over one thousand years ago. The drum and horn are the two main instruments used in this scene. In ancient China the drum and horn were used in the army to call the solders to action, similar to the bugle used today. In this scene the soldiers rush to the stage and stand in line, then Qianwang, ruler of the Wuyue State, appears on stage and direct the training performance. Dating back a thousand years, this scene is deeply rooted in the Wuyue culture. Hangzhou came to prominence in the Wuyue State Period when it served as the capital of the kingdom. Since then the city has gradually become one of the nation’s most important economic, cultural and political centers.

The second scene - The Prosperity of Southern Song Dynasty. Hangzhou reached its political and economic pinnacle in the Southern Song Dynasty. Marco Polo is believed to have visited China during this time. He was amazed to see cities with over a million people, bustling commerce, and busy river and canal traffic. This scene recreates Southern Song prosperity. There are bustling Song-style streets, filled with businessmen from around the country, shops, stores and restaurants. Southern Song songs and dances are also performed in this scene.

The third scene - The Romance of Liangzhu. This performance is based on the tragedy of Liangzhu, a well-known story in China. The performers tell the story using body language, dancing, and acrobatics. Combined with excellent singing they present the story quite effectively, bringing tears to many eyes. The legendary West Lake is where many romance stories and legends allegedly took place. The "Romance of Liangzhu", "Legend of the White Snake", "Love Story of Suxiaoxiao" and "Yuanyu" all have their backgrounds here.

The fourth scene - Artistic Qiantang. Ancient court music is performed in this scene. The music was created for the enjoyment of the Chinese emperors. They are very melodious and will remind you of bygone years. Pretty girls in elegant silk dresses will dance gracefully to the melody. Hangzhou is famous for its silk production and beautiful women. Another feature of this scene is the tea harvest dance

The fifth scene - Get Together at the West Lake. This scene includes drumming, dances, modern shows and cartoon performances. Regardless of whom you are or where you are from, come to West Lake and enjoy its many breath-taking sceneries.

Performance time: 19:15-20:15

Address: Dongpo Grand Theater, No.10, Dongpo Road, Hangzhou