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10 Days in Hangzhou

Ten days for the complete Hangzhou experience — West Lake in every season, tea mastery, and canal culture.

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Best time: March-May or September-NovemberBudget: mid-range

Quick Answer

Is 10 days enough for Hangzhou?

10 days lets you go beyond Hangzhou's core into neighborhoods, food markets, and one or two day trips at a relaxed pace.

Source: NihaoVisit Hangzhou guide

10-day Hangzhou itinerary at a glance

Use our full Hangzhou travel guide as the base and adapt it to 10 days. Keep the city's three signature attractions as the backbone; fill the rest with neighborhood walks, food markets, and an easy day trip.

West Lake (six visits at different times)Lingyin Temple (two visits)Longjing Tea Village (two days)Grand Canal (full journey)Six Harmonies PagodaXiangshan Street & QinghefangSongcheng & Legend of the White SnakeHefang Street evening culture
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Day 1

West Lake — Orientation

Classic Su Causeway and Broken Island.

West Lake, Hangzhou, China
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Day 2

West Lake — Island Hopping

Full boat circuit. Three Islands and Three Peaks.

Leifeng Pagoda, Hangzhou, China
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Day 3

Lingyin Temple

Peak climbing and cave exploration.

Lingyin Temple, Hangzhou, China
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Day 4

Longjing Tea — Day 1

Tea garden walk, picking experience, and tea ceremony.

Scenes from Hangzhou, China
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Day 5

Longjing Tea — Day 2

Return to Longjing. Hidden temples and bamboo groves.

Scenes from Hangzhou, China
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Day 6

Grand Canal — Full Day

Gongshen to Dongguan. Historical canalside towns.

Grand Canal (Hangzhou Section), Hangzhou, China
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Day 7

Six Harmonies & Song Dynasty

Six Harmonies Pagoda. Song Dynasty Cultural Park.

Scenes from Hangzhou, China
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Day 8

Xiangshan & Hefang Street

Historic street. Evening lantern-lit walk.

Scenes from Hangzhou, China
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Day 9

West Lake — Sunset & Night

Return to West Lake at golden hour and after dark.

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Day 10

Final Morning

Last peaceful morning. Buy silk and Longjing tea.

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Budget for 10 days in Hangzhou

TierPer day10 days total
BackpackerUSD $50–$80USD $500–$800
Mid-rangeUSD $100–$200USD $1,000–$2,000
LuxuryUSD $300+USD $3,000+

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Frequently asked questions

What is the daily budget for Hangzhou?
Budget travelers: USD $50–$80/day. Mid-range: $100–$200/day. Luxury: $300+/day. These cover hotel, three meals, transit, and one paid attraction per day.
Do I need a visa to visit Hangzhou?
It depends on your passport — see our <a href="/china-visa-2026/">China visa guide</a> for the latest country-by-country list. Most Western passport holders can enter visa-free for 30 days as of 2026.
How do I get from the airport to the center of Hangzhou?
Hangzhou's main airport connects to the city center via airport bus, taxi, or metro where available. See the airport transfer section of our Hangzhou guide.
Can I use 10 days for both Hangzhou and a side trip?
Yes — with 10 days you can pair Hangzhou with one nearby city (e.g. a short rail or bus side trip) and still have buffer days.
Is Hangzhou safe for tourists?
Yes. Hangzhou has very low violent crime rates and is widely considered safe for foreign tourists. Standard petty-theft precautions apply. See our <a href="/is-china-safe-2026/">is China safe</a> page.

See also: Hangzhou travel guide, China visa 2026, China trip cost.