Hangzhou to Anji Bamboo Sea Day Tour: Explore China’s Hidden Green Paradise

Customized Pickup & Departure from Hangzhou

We start your day with a relaxed 8:30 AM pickup from your hotel lobby, Hangzhou railway station or airport (fully customizable). Your dedicated local guide and private driver will greet you, review the day's plan and tailor details to your preferences. It takes around 1.5 hours to drive from Hangzhou to Anji, through rolling green hills, lush tea plantations and quiet rural villages. Along the way, your guide shares fascinating stories about Anji's bamboo culture, ecological protection and local rural life.

Anji Great Bamboo Forest: Scenic Exploration & Activities

Arrive at Anji Great Bamboo Forest, a sprawling natural gem covering over 60,000 hectares with more than 40 bamboo species, known as one of China's largest and most well-preserved bamboo forests. This lush green paradise served as a key filming location for the Oscar-winning film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.

Begin your journey at the entrance, strolling through the shaded Bamboo Sea Corridor, where towering stalks form a cool green tunnel overhead. Continue to the crystal-clear Five Ladies Lake and Five Ladies Spring, nestled amid emerald bamboo groves. Pause for photos at the iconic Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon Monument, marking the forest's famous film legacy.

From here, choose your ascent: glide effortlessly up via the Bamboo Forest Luge or take a leisurely hike through the woods. The uphill luge track winds slowly through the bamboo, letting you soak in peaceful green vistas at leisure. Family-friendly for all ages: kids and seniors can ride with staff guidance, while adults can enjoy a relaxed climb.

Reach the Bamboo Viewing Tower for sweeping panoramic views of endless bamboo waves rolling across the mountains. Next, cross the Glass Sky Bridge suspended above the treetops, then capture postcard-perfect shots at the cliffside Sky Mirror and Sky Buddha Hand. Wander through the playful Time Tunnel, a whimsical light installation adding a magical touch to your journey.

For the descent, choose your adventure: race back down via the luge at your own pace (speed controllable) for a thrilling ride through the bamboo canopy, or opt for the heart-pounding glass slide, zooming down from the mountaintop like a flying swordsman. Thrill-seekers can also add on the cliff swing (extra fee applies), offering breathtaking views over the forest.

Throughout the day, you can flexibly intersperse your exploration with the immersive live show Bamboo Sea Knight Journey. Watch breathtaking wire stunts, dynamic sword fights and authentic Wuxia performances up close—you can even change into period costumes and join as an extra on stage. Showtimes: multiple sessions on weekends and holidays (e.g., 9:30–10:30, 13:30–14:30). Your guide will help plan your schedule so you don't miss a moment of the action.

Scenic Return to Hangzhou

After a refreshing day of bamboo scenery, thrilling rides and immersive Wuxia culture, enjoy a leisurely 1.5-hour drive back to Hangzhou through Anji's quiet countryside. Your private guide and driver will safely escort you to your preferred drop-off location, concluding your unforgettable private day tour of Anji.