Things to do in Zhejiang, China: The Best Cultural Tours

October 4, 2021 Kandra Bartel

 Zhejiang (help·info), formerly romanized as Chekiang, is an eastern coastal province of China. Zhejiang is bordered by Jiangsu and Shanghai to the north, Anhui to the northwest, Jiangxi to the west, and Fujian to the south. To the east is the East China Sea, beyond which lie the Ryukyu Islands of Japan.
Restaurants in Zhejiang

1. Zhouzhuang and Highlights of Shanghai City-Group Tour

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Explore the lovely water town of Zhouzhuang and catch some highlights of Shanghai too on this 8-hour coach trip from Shanghai. See Zhouzhuang's main attractions, such as Shen House, Zhang House, and Double Bridge, enjoy an included lunch, then visit a silk factory, The Bund, and the Old French Concession in Shanghai. Tour includes lunch and entrance fees.  

Inclusions: Bottled water, Local guide, Lunch, Pickup from four central meeting points

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By 32robd

Sophie was a wonderful guide. She was punctual with a great car and driver. Her English and explanations of the story and history of Shanghai was excellent. Through the tour she accommodated other sites of interest and also encouraged interactions with locals which was a great high light of the day.

2. Peking Duck Dining Experience with Amazing Shanghai Night Lights

Sunny Tours Shanghai
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This ultimate Peking duck dining experience followed by the amzing Shanghai city night tour is specially designed for you and your party. Enjoy traditional Beijing-style roast duck meal in the popular local restaurant. In addition the wonderful meal, you will also visit Shanghai Old town (Yu Garden Bazaar) and splendid night view along the Bund area or French Concession.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Private driver and car, Local tasty dinner, Private night tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off(Only for hotels located in downtown area, pick up does not include the hotel in the outskirts such as Jiading, Songjiang ,Qingpu ,Jinqiao, Chuansha in Pudong areas, if your hotel is not in the downtown your guide will give you the instruction to meet at the downtown point), VIP cruise ticket ( If related tour option is booked).

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By suhui411

Had a great time in Suzhou with our tour guide Annie. We went through all the transit seamlessly and hit all the major points. It was nice just being able to enjoy and learn about a destination without having to deal with logistics.

3. Private Amazing Shanghai City Day Tour in Your Way

Amazing Shanghai Trip
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Make the most of a day in Shanghai with this private customized highlights tour. Accompanied by your professional tour guide, visit the city’s top attractions, such as the city skyline on the Bund,the tallest observatory in the world at Shanghai tower, the most charming alley Tianzifang at Former French concession, the old traditional garden at Yuyuan garden& bazaar, the century-old Buddhism temple at Jade Buddha temple, Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao). You are freely to make your own starting time and choose to visit the attractions based on your preference.In addition, you can select the option with an air-conditioned vehicle and driver for your tour.

Inclusions: Private guide, Transport by private vehicle(if Tour with car service option is selected), Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Transport by private vehicle (if Tour only option is selected), Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance fees

Reviewed By airyhillstudio

We are a group of Ex-pats who have been in Shanghai an average of 7 years. We can honestly share that this experience will be one of the high lights of our time here. It is one thing to view the Bund from either side looking over to the other. It exceeds your expectations to see it from the middle of the river. Alana was an outstanding host from start to finish. She checked in during the entire process making sure we had what we needed and even thought of extra ways to make this celebration better. The Champaign was Moet and the View was priceless. Thank you again for making our time in your beautiful city even more memorable. Cheers!!!!!

4. Half-Day Private Customized Shanghai Shore Excursion of City Highlights

Sunny Tours Shanghai
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No matter you are the first time visitor or veterans, this fully customizable, private Shanghai shore excursion provides you a tailor-made itinerary-designed with your unique interests in mind. Spend a quality time with your local guide expert to enjoy the amazing sites and sounds that the city has to offer. Choose between lunch and dinner options at time of booking. Return travelers who have already ticked off the main sights can opt for lesser-known locations, like Confucius Temple, Tianzifang Creative Park, or the Shanghai Propaganda Art Poster Center. Enjoy the flexible departure time along the day and convenient door to door tranfer during the tour. 

Inclusions: Private tour services, Cruise port pick up and drop offs, Lunch or Dinner based on your tour departure time, Great Local guide , comfortable car and professional driver

Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance fee if applies

Reviewed By suhui411

Had a great time in Suzhou with our tour guide Annie. We went through all the transit seamlessly and hit all the major points. It was nice just being able to enjoy and learn about a destination without having to deal with logistics.

5. 2-Day Unlimited Private Trip to Suzhou and Hangzhou by Bullet Train from Shanghai

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There is a Chinese saying, "Up in heaven, there is paradise; down on earth, there are Suzhou and Hangzhou". It means that the cities of Hangzhou and Suzhou have beautiful scenery that make them comparable to paradise on earth. This 2-day private tour leads you to the amazing sightseeing of the top attractions in both Suzhou and Hangzhou. Experience the speedy bullet train of China for your short excursion each day from Shanghai. The itinerary can be 100% customized based on your own interests. Accompany by your professional private guide each day to learn the local history and famous tea culture.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Private guide, Private transportation in Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou city, Daily lunch (if all inclusive package is selected), Boat ride in Suzhou (if all inclusive package is selected), Entrance fees of Humble Administrator's Garden, Linyin Temple (if all inclusive package is selected), 2 round trip bullet train tickets (Shanghai -Suzhou; Shanghai - Hangzhou)

Exclusions: Additional entrance tickets, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Lunch and entrance fees (if choose Guide and Transfer Service Package), Hotel accommodation

Reviewed By airyhillstudio

We are a group of Ex-pats who have been in Shanghai an average of 7 years. We can honestly share that this experience will be one of the high lights of our time here. It is one thing to view the Bund from either side looking over to the other. It exceeds your expectations to see it from the middle of the river. Alana was an outstanding host from start to finish. She checked in during the entire process making sure we had what we needed and even thought of extra ways to make this celebration better. The Champaign was Moet and the View was priceless. Thank you again for making our time in your beautiful city even more memorable. Cheers!!!!!

6. 4-Hour Hangzhou City Private Customized Tour with Options

Sunny Tours-Hangzhou
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During this haf-day fully customizable, private Hangzhou sightseeing tour, you get to call the shots. Enjoy a tailor-made itinerary,designed with your unique interests in mind, visit some of city’s must-see top attractions such as West Lake, Longjing Tea Plantation, Linyin temple and Peak fly from afar etc. Choose between lunch and dinner options. Convenient and comfortable door to door transfer from Hangzhou hotel or Hangzhou train station are included.

Inclusions: Great local guide, Comfortable car with experienced driver, Local tasty lunch ( If "Morning Tour with Lunch is booked"), Local tasty dinner(If " Afternoon Tour with Dinner is booked")

Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance fees to the selected sites, Food or drinks ( If "Morning Tour with Lunch" or " Afternoon Tour with Dinner" is not booked)

Reviewed By amalreplace

First Hangzhou was an amazing city and exceeded my expectations and Iam sure it has a lot more to it that needs to be explored. Sarah our tour guide was amazing and extremely knowledgeable and she managed to show us so much in the time given without feeling rushed out,I highly recommend her to everyone going there. The tea plantation was awesome and we had lunch in one of the farmers houses and it was wonderful with an awesome view.

7. Private Half Day Tour: Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town with Local Delicacies

Jenny's Shanghai Tours
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Enjoy this short trip just one hour outside of Shanghai to the serene charm of Zhujiajiao ancient water town. On this 4 1/2 hour tour you'll ride a gondola beneath ancient bridges and stroll Qing dynasty streets and explore Ming and Qing dynasty architecture while diving into local shops. Along the way you'll sample local delicacies such as sticky rice dumplings (zong zi) and steamed pork wrapped in bamboo leaves (zha rou) as well as traditional Chinese candies. This tour also includes a relaxing site-filled gondola ride.

Inclusions: Private guide, Air-conditioned vehicle with ample room based on your group size with experienced driver, Gondola ride, Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local delicacies(Snacks) tasting

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips-recommended

Reviewed By Abr24601

Thanks to Cassie and Jenny’s China Tours, I recently enjoyed a live virtual tour of the Leshan Buddha, one of the oldest Buddha statues in the world. Cassie made the experience come alive, and is an absolutely incredible tour guide. She is so kind, welcoming and knowledgeable! I felt like I was there in person. Cassie provided an excellent historical background (including the Buddha’s construction), and bravely climbed the steps to the top. She made the experience personal, pausing as she climbed the steps, giving me the opportunity to marvel at the Leshan Buddha from different perspectives, and answering all of my questions. I also enjoyed the pavilion and exquisite Buddhist temple behind the Leshan Buddha (including breathtaking Buddha statues). What an exceptional experience! I can’t wait to tour with Cassie and Jenny’s China Tours again.

8. Private Walking Tour in the Former French Concession

Shanghai Melody
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The former French Concession is always the highlight of a visit to Shanghai. It also becomes the city's hottest and hippest neighborhood, where trendy bars and clubs multiply like mushrooms after a rainstorm. The area still holds something of the alluring mix of scrappy Shanghainese street life, shopworn European colonial charm, Art Deco edifices, hidden brick courtyards and film noir intrigue that have, along with the proud stone edifices of the bund and the twisting alleys of Shanghai's Old city, long defined Shanghai in the Western popular imagination. Shanghai's idiosyncratic push-pull between new and old, development and preservation, takes a special form in the French Concession, making it an absolutely unique urban experience.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Transportation to attraction, Excellent English-speaking guide, Entrance Tickets

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By Menepois

The tour was great. I learned a lot of interesting things about the Bund. Penny was great and friendly. She was also well informed.

9. Hangzhou Day Tour of West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Tea Village & Hefang Street

China Private Tours-Day Tour
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This comprehensive full-day tour of Hangzhou is perfect for you, it delivers you by private vehicle to notable highlights with in-vehicle FREE WI-FI, sold drinks, phone charger and umbrella provided. Take a boat ride around the UNESCO-listed West Lake, view elegant landscapes at Fish Viewing at Flower Park, visit the secluded Zen monastery of Lingyin Temple, sip tea at Meijiawu Tea Vollage and stroll Song Dynasty Imperial Street. You have the options to have lunch at the local restaurant recommended by our guides (THEY ARE FOODIES, they really know where and what to eat in the city) or have an authentic home-cooked meal at a local famer's home which is a great chance to talk with the villagers and learn more about the real life in the city. Note: If you come from Shanghai, recommended timing: Arrival: Around 9:30am, Departure: Around 18:00pm. Both Hangzhou East train station and Hangzhou railway station are work for this tour. FREE charge of train station pick up & drop off service.

Inclusions: Hotel or train station pickup and drop-off, Transportation by air-conditioned private vehicle, Professional English Speaking tour guide, Boat ride on West Lake if you book the package tour option, Drinks, Lunch if you book the all inclusive tour option, Entrance Fee if you book the package tour option

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Reviewed By biancarama

Private tour for the two of us with Tommy! We were picked up from Hangzhou East Station and taken to all the main sights of Hangzhou, hidden away from tourists which was appreciated. We especially enjoyed the history and the knowledge shared with us. Being tea enthusiasts, loved seeing how the green tea was made!! Thanks Tommy for your help :)

10. Group Day Tour in Suzhou and Zhouzhuang from Shanghai

Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre, 555 Xi Zang Zhong Lu, Huangpu Qu, Shanghai Shi, China, 200003 China Vacation
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Suzhou and Zhouzhuang are entitled as the “ Garden City” or “Oriental Venice”. Come and see the beauty of Suzhou and Zhouzhuang in this day tour, which is the best way to appreciate these two picturesque water towns. During this tour, you will visit the Master of Net’s Garden, Panmen Ancient City Wall, Zhoouzhuang Water Village ,Double Bridges , and even more! And Suzhou is also the hometown of silk, this tour will make a short stop in Suzhou No.1 mill where you can learn about the whole process of silk weaving.

Inclusions: The scenic spots as mentioned in the itinerary, Bottled water, Local guide, Lunch, Selected hotel pickup (Pudong Sheraton Hotel; Grand Hyatt Shanghai; Le Royal Meridien Hotel; Hilton Shanghai), Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: River cruise at Zhouzhuang, Gratuities, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By 32robd

Sophie was a wonderful guide. She was punctual with a great car and driver. Her English and explanations of the story and history of Shanghai was excellent. Through the tour she accommodated other sites of interest and also encouraged interactions with locals which was a great high light of the day.

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