Nature & Culture Combined: Day Tour to Hangzhou from Shanghai

At Your Way Holiday, we strive to enhance the depth and flexibility of your travel experience by offering a range of optional additions to our core tour itineraries. Our itineraries are designed to provide exceptional flexibility, allowing you to tailor your journey according to your preferences. Select from a variety of activities and experiences to enrich your itinerary, ensuring a personalized adventure that perfectly aligns with your interests. With Your Way Holiday, you have the freedom to create a memorable travel experience that is uniquely yours.

Participate in a Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony
Learn the intricacies of a traditional Chinese tea ceremony in Hangzhou, where you’ll be guided through the process of brewing and serving tea in the ancient style. This is a relaxing and educational activity that will deepen your understanding of Chinese tea culture. It can be part of a half-day or full-day itinerary.

Visit a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Practitioner
Hangzhou is home to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practices that have been passed down for centuries, deeply rooted in the city’s history and culture. A visit to a TCM clinic or herbal pharmacy offers a fascinating insight into this ancient healing system, where experienced practitioners diagnose ailments using techniques such as pulse reading and tongue diagnosis. During your visit, you can receive a personalized consultation and explore various treatment options, including acupuncture, cupping therapy, moxibustion, and herbal medicine prescriptions tailored to your specific needs. Many clinics also provide medicinal tea tastings, allowing you to experience the benefits of herbal remedies firsthand.

Tea Picking Experience in Longjing Village
For an authentic, hands-on experience, you can join the tea picking process in Longjing Village. This involves learning how to pick the delicate tea leaves, guided by local farmers. Afterward, you can participate in the tea roasting process, which is an essential part of making the famous Longjing tea. It’s a great way to immerse yourself in the culture and learn about this ancient tradition. This activity can be part of a half-day or full-day tour.

Hangzhou Silk Experience
Silk has a long history in Hangzhou, and you can dive into its fascinating story by visiting a silk museum or even a working silk farm. See the entire process of silk production, from silkworms to the finished product, and try your hand at spinning or weaving. This can be a fun and educational activity for a half-day experience. See the entire process of silk production, from the delicate silkworms spinning their cocoons to the intricate techniques of spinning, dyeing, and weaving that transform raw silk into luxurious fabrics. Skilled artisans will demonstrate traditional silk-making techniques, and you’ll even have the chance to try your hand at spinning or weaving, gaining a deeper appreciation for this exquisite craft.

Personalized Travel Consultant
Experience the best of China with our expert travel consultants by your side. With years of local tourism experience, they are not only professional and knowledgeable but also deeply committed to making your trip unforgettable. Your dedicated consultant will craft a bespoke tour plan tailored to your unique interests, schedule, and budget, offering you the utmost flexibility. From the moment you start planning until the end of your journey, they will be in touch, ensuring every detail is perfect and that your trip runs smoothly.

Exceptional Local Guides
Discover it through the eyes of our exceptional local guides. All certified and experienced, they are passionate about sharing their deep knowledge of attractions, history, and culture. Whether you're interested in hidden gems or popular sites, they know the best places to visit. They can recommend top local restaurants, unique shopping spots, and must-see shows. Beyond just guiding, they provide enriching insights into the history, customs, and authentic daily life, making your experience truly immersive.

Premium Private Transportation
Travel in comfort and style with our premium private transportation. We offer a fleet of air-conditioned, non-smoking, clean, and meticulously maintained vehicles, all less than four years old. Our professional drivers, all locals with over a decade of driving experience, are friendly, courteous, and dedicated to your safety and comfort. Depending on your group's size, we provide a range of vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, business vans (MPVs), and spacious buses, all with ample luggage space.

Authentic Dining Experiences
We prioritize genuine local culinary experiences over pre-arranged tourist restaurants. Our local guides will recommend the best local restaurants where you can savor authentic flavors. This approach ensures you enjoy the freshest, most authentic meals, tailored to your preferences, and experience the true essence of the local cuisine. Whether your dietary needs are vegetarian, Muslim, Chinese, Western, Jewish, or Indian, we have excellent options to make every meal a delightful part of your journey.