2-Day Hangzhou to Wuzhen Trip
This trip enjoys the charm of Jiangnan and the essence of Buddhist culture. The morning mist of West Lake, Lingyin Zen, Meijiawu tea, show the blend of nature and culture in Hangzhou. Transfer to Jiaxing and visit Wuzhen to feel the tranquility and comfort of the water town.
During the two-day trip, you can not only enjoy the stunning scenery of the water town, but also have the opportunity to understand the profoundness of Buddhist culture. This trip will leave you unforgettable memories.
Included with every escorted tour
Day 1: Hangzhou
West Lake–Hangzhou Feilai Peak –Lingyin Temple–Meijiawu Tea Village-Wuzhen
4+stars Hotel
None
After breakfast, we will take the high-speed train to Hangzhou. You will check in to your hotel and have a short rest before departing for West Lake.
The West Lake is a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its tranquility and beauty. It is surrounded by scenic hills and dotted with temples, pagodas, and gardens. Your tour of the West Lake will begin with a leisurely 45-minute cruise during which you can enjoy serene views of the lake, ancient pagodas, and lush gardens.
In the morning, you will visit Feilai Peak, also known as the “Faraway Flying Peak”. According to legend, this peak was flown to China from India on a mission to spread Buddhism.
We will continue to visit the neighboring Lingyin Temple, which is one of the oldest and most famous Buddhist temples in China. The temple houses a large collection of Buddhist scriptures, statues, and artifacts.
In the afternoon, you will head to Meijiawu Tea Village, where you can choose to participate in activities such as tea picking and tea tasting.
After the journey in Hangzhou, you will head to Wuzhen. We will stay in west part of Wuzhen at night.
Day 2: Wuzhen
Wuzhen – Departure
No Hotel
Breakfast
Wuzhen is a typical Chinese water down, known as “China’s last waterfront home”.
Today you will come to West Part of Wuzhen, which is one of the most prosperous and beautiful places in Wuzhen. Over the past thousand years, Wuzhen has not changed its name, water system, or way of life. It is a living museum for an ancient civilization’s history, food, and traditions. You can wander around here, buy handicrafts and taste local food.
Then you will embark on a tour of East Part of Wuzhen. It is one of the earliest places in Wuzhen, and has a more living atmosphere than Xijie. You will visit the main attractions such as Mao Dun’s Former Residence, Lin Family Shop and Lizhi Academy. And don’t miss the folk performances and handicraft displays along the way.
As the tour comes to an end, we will drive back to Hangzhou to transfer you to the airport or train station to your next destination.
