Private Leifeng Pagoda & Silk Museum Tour

Visit some of Hangzhou's most important monuments and discover intriguing legends, beautiful architecture, and fascinating history on this private tour of the Leifeng Pagoda and China National Silk Museum.

Tour Details

We will pick you up from your hotel at the indicated time to begin our guided tour. Following the Legend of the White Snake, we will visit the Leifeng Pagoda, located on Sunset Hill south of the West Lake. We will spend an hour and a half exploring this eight-sided five-storey temple, originally built in 975 AD.

Next, we will head to the National China Silk Museum, where we will learn about silk production in China over the past 5000 years and the significance of the Silk Road in Chinese history.

At around midday, we will take a break for lunch at a local restaurant (lunch not included).

Following lunch, we will visit the former residence of Hu Xueyan, an extensive complex showcasing the luxurious lifestyle of the wealthy during the late Qing Dynasty. We will also explore the Zhiyuan Garden, which features the largest man-made cave in China.

Our next stop will be Qinghefang Street, the city's most historic shopping street, where we will spend an hour. You can explore centuries-old shops, purchase typical snacks, or visit the Museum of Traditional Chinese Medicine to learn about herbal treatments.

After 8 hours, we will drop you off back at your hotel.

Why Book a Private Tour?

By booking a private tour, a personal guide will accompany you, allowing you to customize your itinerary, travel at your own pace, and save money if you are in a larger group.