Turn a layover into a real trip — West Lake, temples, tea villages and Wuzhen, planned around your flight times by a fully licensed Hangzhou operator (License No. L-ZJ-GJ00017)
China's 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit policy lets eligible travellers pass through Hangzhou without a visa — and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) is a designated entry port, with Zhejiang Province as the permitted activity area. That gives you a rare chance to actually see Hangzhou instead of sitting in the terminal. We are a fully licensed local operator (License No. L-ZJ-GJ00017) specialising in realistic, well-timed transit itineraries: airport pickup, luggage handling, and a route built around your exact arrival and departure times.
Since 17 Dec 2024, transit stays were extended to 240 hours (10 days) — enough for a full Hangzhou itinerary, not just a rushed glimpse.
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is a designated entry port; the permitted stay area is Zhejiang Province. Wuzhen, tea villages and the city itself are all inside the zone.
The eligible country list has been expanded (57 countries per the latest official update, including the US, UK, Canada, Russia, Brazil and more). Eligibility is decided by Chinese immigration authorities.
8 hours · West Lake boat & causeways, local lunch, Lingyin Temple, Longjing tea tasting. Ideal for first-time visitors with a full layover day. Private tour · up to 4 guests · easy walking.
2-3 days · imperial ruins, Zen forests, tea-village hikes, Zhejiang museum storytelling. For culture lovers who want depth, not a checklist. Moderate walking.
1 day · the 'living ink painting of Jiangnan' — canals, bridges, old houses, evening lights. Flat, easy walking; a slower, scenic day away from the city.
Every transit route can be compressed or extended to fit your flight schedule. Send us your flight numbers and we design the route around them — including realistic time buffers for immigration, security and boarding.
What documents do I need for the 240-hour transit? A valid ordinary passport and a confirmed connecting ticket (fixed dates and itinerary) to a third country or region. No advance visa application is needed if you qualify.
Can you guarantee I will be admitted? No — visa-free transit eligibility is determined solely by Chinese immigration authorities. We plan a practical itinerary and keep you on schedule, but entry is always at the discretion of border officers.
What if my flight is delayed? We monitor flight schedules and adjust the route in real time so you still make the most of your window — and always get back to the airport in time.
Can you arrange accommodation for an overnight transit? Yes — we can add a centrally located hotel near West Lake or the airport to any transit itinerary, with breakfast and transfers included on request.
Ready to explore Hangzhou on your layover? Message us on WhatsApp +86 15347723823, WeChat chinawondertours, or email [email protected] — we respond within 2 hours. Your direct contact is Alice (English & Chinese).
Visa-free transit eligibility is determined solely by Chinese immigration authorities and current travel requirements. The information above reflects the policy as officially published (extended to 240 hours / 10 days from 17 December 2024; Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport is a designated port with Zhejiang Province as the activity area). Always confirm the latest requirements with the Chinese National Immigration Administration before travel. We help you plan a practical itinerary, but we cannot guarantee eligibility or entry.