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1 Day Hangzhou West Lake Tour

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    Tour Code:scbt-03

    Start: hangzhou

    End: hangzhou

    Duration: 1 Days

    "Rain in the West Lake", starting from Shanghai: this trip takes you to one of the most livable cities to enjoy the breathtaking views of West Lake!...

    Hangzhou
    The guide picks you up at the hotel around 8:00a.m., and you start your trip from the sightseeing of Linyin Temple, one of the ten famous ancient Buddhist temples in China. It has been the center of worship for Buddhism. With many old trees, bamboo groves, Buddhist rock carvings, and quiet and beautiful surroundings, the temple has received numerous tourists from all over the world.

    Go to Feilaifeng Peak. There are many legends about the peak's name. It is a pure limestone mountain scattered with lots of large stones like a flying dragon, a running elephant, a crouching tiger, and a fleeting monkey. The caves shelter many stone Buddha statues in a variety of poses ranging from standing, to sitting, to sleeping.

    Have a typical Chinese lunch. Then continue the tour.

    After Lunch we will enjoy the Chinese traditional tea ceremony.

    Sightsee around the West Lake on board, Hangzhou's most famous scenic sight. The islets and temples, pavilions and gardens, causeways and arched bridges of this jade lake have constituted the supreme example of lakeside beauty in China.

    Move on to the Red Carp Pond. It is the heart of Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor Park, one of the ten places of interests at West Lake. Countless carps live and play in Red Carp Pond, fascinating thousands of tourists each year.

    After the trip is over, drive back to your hotel in Shanghai after 6:00pm.
     
    Pricing Policy
    Tipping is now considered by many locals to be a part of their normal remuneration. However, this is a matter of personal discretion. You may use following as a reference.
    Suggested Tipping: for local guide: $8 to $10 per person (guest) per day, for driver: $4 to $5 per person (guest) per day.
    Inclusions

    1 Hotel pick-up and drop-off service in Hangzhou.
    2 One lunch listed in the itinerary.
    3 Local English-speaking tour guide, private coach and driver service for pick-up, drop-off and sightseeing program listed in the itinerary.
    4 The admission tickets for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
    5 Service charge and government Taxes.

     
    Exclusions

    1 Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone call, optional activities, etc.
    2 Tips for local tour guide and driver.
    3 Meals (B & D).
    4 Cruise ticket, cable car and sightseeing bus are not included unless explained specially.
    5 Services not mentioned in the itinerary.

     
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    Terms / Condition

    Cancellation and refund policy for Tours reservation
    If you want to cancel your booking or part of it, you must advise us in advance. The letter must be signed by the lead name on the booking and once we receive it you should expect to receive a cancellation letter within 24 hours. If you do not then please contact us to ensure your letter has been received.
    To cover the cost of processing your cancellation and to compensate us for the risk that we may not be able to resell your travel arrangements, we make a cancellation charge on the scale shown below. The person who made the booking is responsible for paying this charge. The size of the charge depends on when we receive your cancellation notice or letter or how you would like us to deal with your payment providing that we have received your full payment for the tours.
    No Cancellation Fees if written cancellation notice is received more than 30 days prior to tour departure!
    Cancellation in advance & Cancellation penalty
    More than 30 days, no Cancellation Fee
    30-10 days, 50% of the full payment
    9-0 days or no show, 100% of the full payment

     
    tumbuna Q: Is HangZhou a good time to visit in December? If yes, which places are the attractions in December? 2012.10.11

    A: It is a big cold in Dec with a temperature of 4~10C, but it is ok for travelling if you wear warmly. You should not miss the Qiangtang River Tide in this season. West Lake Scenic Area is no doubt worth visiting.

    maggie0513 Q: is there any high speed train from Guangzhou to Hang zhou ?thanks 2011.9.29

    A: No, there is no high speed train running between the two cities.

    malacca123 Q: Where is the Red Carp Pond, how can we go to the place? 2009.7.28

    A: The Red Carp Pond is located at west of South Su Causeway in West Lake. It is the main part of the Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor Park, one of the "Ten Views of West Lake". It a part of the charming West Lake, you can walk to the place.

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