Hangzhou Night Tour with Impression West Lake Show
Overview
West Lake, a must-see in Hangzhou which is awarded as an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011 because it reflects "an ideal fusion of humans and nature." This night show will take you to enjoy Impression West Lake show , the 50-minute visual extravaganza, also named Most Memorable Is Hangzhou, a title taken from a poem by Bai Juyi (772-846), highlighted the city's rich cultural legacy as well as incorporated international elements that subtly reflect the state of today's globalization. Besides, you will enjoy the Hangzhou cuisine, one of eight famous cuisines in China, and walk along the old street in Hangzhou to experience the life of Old Hangzhou.
Inclusions
- Hotel and railway station pickup and drop-off in Hangzhou downtown
- Bottled water
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- Private city transfer
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Hefang Street, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou 310002 China
Firstly, visit Hefang Historical Street. With brilliant culture and long history, it is regarded as a typical symbol of ancient Hangzhou. It represents the old story and showcases the folk culture of Hangzhou, which is an ideal place for shopping, to buy souvenirs, taste local snacks as well as savor the beautiful artefacts.
After that, you will enjoy one of famous natural shows in China, the “Impression West Lake Show”. This show lasts around 1 hour, which was directed by Zhangyimou, Fanyue and Wangchaoge. Filmmaker Zhang is the mastermind of many renowned stage spectacles, including the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The show is praised “A scene in heaven and a dream on earth”. It is definitely a magnificent show with a tremendous music, culture and history set on the stunning backdrop of West Lake. With the colorful light bright during the show, dancing on the surface of the lake appears particularly prominent.
Duration: 4 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Hefang Street, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou 310002 China
Firstly, visit Hefang Historical Street. With brilliant culture and long history, it is regarded as a typical symbol of ancient Hangzhou. It represents the old story and showcases the folk culture of Hangzhou, which is an ideal place for shopping, to buy souvenirs, taste local snacks as well as savor the beautiful artefacts.
After that, you will enjoy one of famous natural shows in China, the “Impression West Lake Show”. This show lasts around 1 hour, which was directed by Zhangyimou, Fanyue and Wangchaoge. Filmmaker Zhang is the mastermind of many renowned stage spectacles, including the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The show is praised “A scene in heaven and a dream on earth”. It is definitely a magnificent show with a tremendous music, culture and history set on the stunning backdrop of West Lake. With the colorful light bright during the show, dancing on the surface of the lake appears particularly prominent.
Duration: 4 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Please provide round-trip train itinerary in "special requirement" block if pickup from Hangzhou Train Station is required
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
LiveForTravel1958
August 2018
Our cruise on West Lake itself was in the afternoon, and it was a beautiful day; we enjoy boat trips, and it was very pleasant, also seeing some of the statues that appear on the backside of Chinese currency. However, the real jewel of West Lake is the West Lake Show after dark. The ingenuity to...
Our cruise on West Lake itself was in the afternoon, and it was a beautiful day; we enjoy boat trips, and it was very pleasant, also seeing some of the statues that appear on the backside of Chinese currency. However, the real jewel of West Lake is the West Lake Show after dark. The ingenuity to construct boardwalks under the surface of the water, and have the actors "walk on water" while doing dances to orchestral music was phenomenal!!! The props used throughout the performance complemented and supplemented the human component of the show beautiful; the varying light show on the surrounding trees on the shoreline contributed stunning backdrop to the drama being played out. A must-do if you are in Hangzhou.Yair1515
May 2018
At night you can go to see the spectacular performance of the Chinese director Zhang Yimou, Impression West Lake. The show takes place every evening (if weather allows), with the first starting at 19:15 and the second starting at 21:45. The show is about an hour and a half long. The tickets for t...
At night you can go to see the spectacular performance of the Chinese director Zhang Yimou, Impression West Lake. The show takes place every evening (if weather allows), with the first starting at 19:15 and the second starting at 21:45. The show is about an hour and a half long. The tickets for the show can be purchased through your hotel or in advance through the following website. The show takes place entirely on the lake itself and if you wonder how it is possible, I will tell you that it was built 3 centimeters below the water line. The show combines lights of different colors, exciting music, hypnotic dancing and an outstanding game. The plot is based on a common legend in Hangzhou, which we, the visitors from the West, do not really know, but it does not detract from the pleasure of watching the show. The director managed to use the lake and the surrounding objects in a sophisticated and admirable way, creating a stunning and extraordinary show, in which thousands of talented actors take part. This is the most popular show in the city, so tickets should be purchased soon. And my tip, for those who come to Hangzhou during the winter season and want to watch the show: Do not forget to bring something warm to wear with you, as the weather is freezing during the show and it will only make you less fun.YTCHENG
April 2018
Enduring memories of Hangzhou show is the updated version of Impression West Lake show after G20 Summit in 2016. We have viewed the show by late March this year and opined that this should be a "must" for visitors, local or overseas. Both the light and sound performances were outstanding. All ...
Enduring memories of Hangzhou show is the updated version of Impression West Lake show after G20 Summit in 2016. We have viewed the show by late March this year and opined that this should be a "must" for visitors, local or overseas. Both the light and sound performances were outstanding. All the audience applauded to the dancers while performing under the romantic atmosphere. Highly recommended to others while visiting Hangzhou.DaveTM72
June 2019
Where to start. . . It is the most amazing show that I have ever seen. I personally think that the one thing that sets it apart is the stage used. I don't think I will see a stage as big or as beautiful again in my lifetime. Music has an international language all of its own so there is no proble...
Where to start. . . It is the most amazing show that I have ever seen. I personally think that the one thing that sets it apart is the stage used. I don't think I will see a stage as big or as beautiful again in my lifetime. Music has an international language all of its own so there is no problem with not being able to speak or understand the language. The different acts were introduced in Chinese and English. The lighting was spot on. It truly was a highlight of my 17days in China. If you are ever in Hangzhou this, in my opinion, is a must do activity.