West Lake Lingyin Temple and Tea Experience in Hangzhou

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7 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the best of Hangzhou in one day, combining iconic scenery, ancient culture, and an authentic taste of China’s famous Longjing tea tradition.

Cruise across West Lake and admire landmarks including Leifeng Pagoda, Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, Su Causeway, Bai Causeway, and Broken Bridge. Visit the historic Lingyin Temple, a thousand-year-old Buddhist temple surrounded by peaceful mountains and lush greenery.

In the afternoon, escape to the beautiful Longjing tea fields. Walk through the plantations before visiting Meijiawu, one of the region’s renowned Longjing tea-producing villages. With a local tea master, you’ll experience traditional tea picking and roasting, learn about the craft behind China’s famous green tea, and enjoy a tasting. You can even take home the tea you roast yourself.

With sightseeing, nature, culture, local cuisine, and hands-on experiences, this tour offers a deeper and more personal way to discover Hangzhou beyond its famous landmarks.

What's Included

All entrance fees are included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant recommended by THE CHIWAY.
Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant recommended by THE CHIWAY. After dinner, your tour comes to an end.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travellers name. Alternatively if you have a different preferred pickup location within the pickup radius please let us know beforehand.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Westlake Hangzhou

    Take a scenic boat ride on West Lake. Take in some of the most scenic of West Lake’s most iconic sights, including Leifeng Pagoda, Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, Su Causeway, Bai Causeway, and Broken Bridge.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Lingyin Temple

    visit Lingyin Temple, a historic Buddhist temple nestled among the lush green hills and tranquil scenery.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Longjing tea fields

    Hike through the Longjing tea fields and enjoy a leisurely walk among the lush tea gardens and fresh mountain air

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Head to Meijiawu, one of the key Longjing tea-producing areas, where you will learn how to pick and roast Longjing tea alongside a local tea master. Enjoy a tea tasting afterwards, and you can take home the tea you roasted yourself as a souvenir.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by The Chiway

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Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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