Hangzhou tour
Explore Hangzhou's cultural treasures on a private day tour: Hu Xueyan's Residence, Southern Song Guan Kiln Museum, and Qinghefang Ancient Street.
Discover the essence of Hangzhou's heritage on this exclusive private day tour. Begin at the historic Grand Canal's Gongchen Bridge, then step into the opulent Residence of Hu Xueyan, a masterpiece of Qing dynasty architecture. Continue to the Official Kiln Museum of the Southern Song Dynasty, where ancient ceramics come to life. Stroll through Qinghefang Pedestrian Street, a vibrant hub of traditional shops and local flavors. With a private guide and driver, enjoy personalized attention and seamless travel. This tour includes entrance fees, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring a stress-free cultural immersion. Perfect for families or friends seeking an intimate, in-depth experience of Hangzhou's rich history and artistry.
The map shows the tour area. The detailed plan below remains the source for stops and timing.
Residence of Hu Xueyan, Official Kiln Museum of the Southern Song Dynasty,
Qinghefang Pedestrian Street
Departure: Daily
Tour Type: A private tour for your family or your friends exclusively
Duration: Approx.8 hours
Pick-up point and time: Your Hotel around 8:30am
Finishing point and time: Your Hotel around 5:00pm
Service: Entrance fees + lunch + private tour guide & driver + private car / van
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Price: Starting from US$ 55 p/p
Pick up from your midtown hotel in Hangzhou and head to the Grand Canal Hangzhou at Gongchen Bridge Section and visit the Qiaoxi Historic Block. A man-made waterway (UNESCO World Cultural Heritage), Grand Canal has a history of over 1,300 years. The Grand Canal Hangzhou is the southernmost tip of this meandering waterway. Each of the stone stairs and riverside residential buildings has a story to tell. Taking a cruise on the Grand Canal to experience the oldest and longest man-made canal in the world.
After Chneese lunch, head to Official Kiln Museum of the Southern Song Dynasty . Hangzhou was the capital of the Southern Song Dynasty (1127–1279) in Chinese history. Hangzhou flourished as a major porcelain production center during the reign of the Southern Song Dynasty. The museum has three sections each showing the rich history of porcelain in China - Ancient kiln protection, a relic display and an ancient imitation workshop.
Then continue to visit Former Residence of Hu Xueyan . This Former Residence of Hu Xueyan was constructed in the 11th year (1872) of the reign of Emperor Tongzhi of the Qing Dynasty at huge expense. Hu Xueyan (1823-1885) was one of the richest and most famous businessmen in Qing Dynasty. In 1872, Hu Xueyan spent 100,000 liang silver to build a house at the very prosperous site in Hangzhou – Hefang Street.
Then walk along the Qinghefang Pedestrian Street . Qinghefang pedestrian street has a total length of 460 meters. It is the best-preserved histotical street in Hangzhou. A great number of time-honored shops with over a hundred year are located here.
After the whole day tour, you are transferred back to your midtown hotel in Hangzhou.


| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| Private air conditioned vehicle | Gratuities to drivers and guides. |
| Chinese lunch as listed | Travel insurrance for your coverage of injury or accident |
| Entrance fees as listed | |
| Englsih Speaking tour guide | |
| The above private transfer is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group. |
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| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| 2 persons | $100 |
| 3 - 5 persons | $90 |
| 6 - 9 persons | $65 |
| 10 persons up | $55 |
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