Marco Polo once called Hangzhou, "the most beautiful and magnificent city in the world". It is a city rich with history and culture, spanning back over 2000 years. It made a name for itself in the sixth century, when the Grand Canal opened up and linked the area to other centers of trade.
The South Song Dynasty (A.D. 1127-1279) helped making Hangzhou famous when the imperial family moved there in the 12th Century. With its inviting views and outstanding scenery, the area soon became popular with artists, poets and painters seeking inspiration in this little bit of paradise. 
Our first stop is the Leifeng Pagoda. Here we can get a bird view of the whole lake. Then let's go to have a cruise tour on the West Lake. We will have a cruise across West Lake to experience peace and serenity like no place else in the Shanghai area. The unforgettable scenery includes Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, Bai and Su Causeways, Solitary Hill, and Leifeng Pagoda. The boat ride ends by viewing fish at Flower Harbor. We will have the chance to walk along on Su Causeway, and feed the fish in the Red Fish Pond to prey for the good luck.
As for your lunch, we strongly suggest you can try the local flavor: Steamed fish with vinegar, sour and sweet. Low Wai Low Restaurant (Mansion beyond Mansion) provides the signature dish just by the Lake.
Next stop will be a visit to Meijiawu Tea Village, for a traditional tea ceremony and its significance to Chinese culture.
Then you can return Shanghai your hotel around 7 p.m. in the afternoon or you can go to your next destination, such as Huangshan, Guilin or Xi'an.
Tour Departure / Pick-up: Pick-up is between 07:30 and 08:30AM at your hotel lobby.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
West Lake Cruise
Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor
Su Causeway
Tea Plantation
Tariffs:
200 US D / per head for a couple
150 US D / per head for 3¡ª4 member group
100 US D / per head for 5 member group above
Service Includes
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Individual vehicle for private tour
Professional driver
Transportation tax, tolls, parking fees
English-speaking tour guide
Service Excludes
Cruise port pick-up
Personal expense
Guide & driver gratuity
Entrance fees
Lunch
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