Leave behind the fast-paced rhythm of Shanghai and embark on a beautifully curated day journey to Hangzhou—one of China’s most poetic and culturally rich cities.
Your day begins with a smooth transfer to the high-speed railway station. Within just an hour, you’ll arrive in Hangzhou, where misty hills, lush tea plantations, and serene waters await.
Immersive Tea Culture Experience
Step into the heart of China’s most celebrated tea region and discover the art of tea from leaf to cup. Guided by local tea masters, you will:

• VIP Tea-Picking Experience – Enjoy a private tea experience with a professional tea master accompanying you throughout the activity.
• Pick Longjing Tea at Shifeng Mountain – During the spring harvest season, pick authentic West Lake Longjing tea leaves in the Shifeng tea gardens.
• UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience – Learn the traditional art of tea processing and try your hand at pan-frying freshly picked tea leaves.
• Song Dynasty Tea Ceremony – Discover the ancient art of Dian Cha, the traditional whisked tea ceremony of the Song Dynasty.
• Grind Your Own Tea – Experience traditional tea grinding and take your tea home to use for matcha, baking, or homemade milk tea.
• Professional Tea Tasting – Learn how to appreciate tea aromas, flavours, and brewing techniques from a professional tea master.
• DIY Tea Sachet – Make your own fragrant tea sachet using local tea leaves.
• Tea & Refreshments – Enjoy a pot of freshly harvested West Lake Longjing and a pot of Jiǔqǔ Hóngméi black tea, accompanied by traditional Chinese pastries, preserved fruits, and fresh seasonal fruit.
• Traditional Chinese Dress – Optional New Chinese-style outfits or Hanfu, with traditional hair ribbons and accessories.
• Traditional Props – Choose from paper umbrellas, folding fans, bamboo baskets, straw hats, and other props for photos.
• Tea Garden Setting – Relax at a scenic tea table deep inside the tea plantation, overlooking the Shifeng mountain ridge.
• Drone Photography – Capture stunning aerial footage of your tea-garden experience with a DJI drone, including complimentary video editing.
• Tea to Take Home – Tea purchased to take home is available at an additional charge.
  This hands-on experience offers a rare glimpse into centuries-old traditions that define Chinese tea culture.
  West Lake Discovery
  Continue your journey with a visit to the legendary West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its tranquil beauty and classical Chinese aesthetics. Wander along willow-lined pathways, admire elegant bridges, and take in postcard-perfect scenery that has inspired poets and painters for generations.
  Effortless Travel Experience
  Enjoy the comfort and efficiency of China’s high-speed rail system, with return tickets included. Private transfers in Hangzhou ensure a smooth, stress-free experience from start to finish.
  By evening, return to Shanghai with lasting memories of tea, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.