Experience the beauty of Hangzhou on a half-day cycling tour around West Lake. Discover hidden gems, taste local snacks, and explore ancient relics with a knowledgeable local guide.
- Hangzhou - Meet up. Choose your bicycle.
In the morning, meet at the cycling base near West Lake. Your bikes will be ready and waiting. Select your bike, make adjustments, take a test ride, and get comfortable.
We offer two default routes, each with varying levels of difficulty and scenery.
- West Lake (Xi Hu) - Option 1) Scenic West Lake Loop Leisure Ride
This is Hangzhou’s most picturesque route. Experience the beauty of West Lake, explore the architectural marvel of the China Academy of Art, and tour Jingci Temple – the region’s most famous, where you can taste the monastery-made vegetarian roast Goose. See the century-old villas on Beishan Street and soak in the artistic ambiance of Nanshan Road.
Total Distance: 14KM
Estimated Time: 3 HOURS
Road and Route: 95% Flat 5% Hills
- West Lake (Xi Hu) - Option 2) Old Hangzhou Exploration Tour (with Jingci Temple)
A variation of the classic West Lake Loop Leisure Ride, this tour lets you explore the historic side of Hangzhou. Visit relic sites with nearly a thousand years of history, including the Eight Diagrams Field, the old Ceramics Workshop ruins, and the Water City Gate. You’ll also wander through the ancient lanes and alleys of old Hangzhou, perfect for experiencing the authentic local lifestyle, away from tourist crowds.
Total Distance: 20KM
Estimated Time: 5 HOURS
Road and Route: 70% Flat 30% Hills
- Hangzhou - Return bicycles. Tour end.
Return the bikes and equipment to the cycling base. This concludes the tour.
- English-Proficient Local Hangzhou Guide
- Temple Admission + Vegetarian Snack
- Accident Insurance
- Cycling Equipment
- Gratuities
Experience the real essence of Hangzhou by spending a half-day bicycling tour.
Cycle along the beautiful banks of the West Lake, surrounded by willows, savor a Buddhist temple’s vegetarian snack, explore ancient relic sites that are a thousand years old, and enjoy the charming, picturesque old streets and alleys that convey a unique ‘Hangzhou Feel’ that most tourists miss.
Leverage our local expertise and bicycles to maximize your Hangzhou experience.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
