Itinerary
Day 1: Shanghai to Hangzhou by bullet train with customized itinerary in Hangzhou -overnight in Hangzhou
Stop At: West Lake (Xi Hu), West Lake Scenic, Xihu District, Hangzhou 310000 China
Your local friendly driver will pick up at your Shanghai hotel. You will be transferred to Shanghai train station to board the bullet train to Hangzhou. Once arrive at Hangzhou, your local great guide and the driver will greet you at Hangzhou station. Begin your wonderful tour of the UNSECO site at West Lake ,enjoy the leisure explore around the shore of the lake, visit some top ten sites include viewing finish at Flower harbor, Lotus Park, Spring Dawn at Su causeway, take in the wonderful scenery of water and mountains while listening the interesting local folklores from your guide. You could choose to take a relaxing boat ride along the tranquil lake to fully appreciate beauty of the area.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Longjing tea fields, Longjing tea village, Hangzhou China
Continue the tour to the local dragon well green tea village, where the famous green tea is planted and produced. Follow your guide to enjoy a fresh walk along the lush green tea plantation and fields, take in the beautiful and tranquil countryside scenery. learn how to pick the tea leaves and other knowledge related to the tea culture and drinking. Take a break and savor a delightful lunch, sip the authentical green tea. Your guide will recommend you the dishes based on your own dietary requests.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lingyin Temple, No.1 Fayun Alley, Lingyin Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou 310013 China
After lunch, head to Lingyin scenic area ,first visit the famous Feilai Feng, a lime stone peak where caved more than 300 stone buddha statues from 1000 years ago, here visit different caves, marvel at the amazing craftsmanship from the ancient time and the largest “ Happy Buddha” statute that has been laughing since 10th century. Then visit the China top 10 famous Buddhist Temple, originally built by the Indian Monk, one of the most active temples with the locals. Here spends quality time to explore different complex include “Hall of the Heavenly Kings”, Grand Hall, Medicine Hall etc. See the previous Buddha statue made from Camphor Trees, 500 disciples made of huge bronze, impressive mural wall at Guanyin Buddha and more. Get to learn the fascinating religious culture, custom and history from your guide.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hefang Street, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou 310002 China
Next drive to Hefang pedestrian street, a lively street with old traditional architecture, have fun check out various local arts, crafts, eateries, street vendors, you may also enjoy the souvenir shopping here. As the private customized tour, if you have been to the above-mentioned sites, you could replace to other sites such as :1) Liuhe Pagoda; 2) Former residence of Xueyan Hu; 3) Yunqi Bamboo Forest etc. After the wonderful tour you will get dropped off at your Hangzhou hotel.
Duration: 50 minutes
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Bullet Train to Huangshan with private guided tour of Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Stop At: Mt. Huangshan, Huangshan China
Enjoy a convenient bullet train ride from Hangzhou to Huangshan. Upon arrival, your local guide and the driver will pick up you at Huangshan railway station, follow your guide to Yellow Mountain scenic area (Mount Huangshan). Once arrive, enjoy the cool and magnificent cableway/ropeway up. Explore different areas of the Geopark and trek to the Lion Peak, Dawn Pavilion, Flying Over Rock and appreciate the famous Guest Greeting Pine, Monkey Gaping at the sea, the Flower Grown out of a Writing Brush Rock along the way, take in the fairyland view at Dispelling Cloud Pavilion, on a nice day, you will be rewarded with the stunning sunset view on the summit. If you book the tour with 5-star hotel option, you will stay overnight on mountain peak tonight. If you book the hotel on your own (Suggest you choose the hotel on mountain peak).
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Private Day Tour of Mount Huangshan and Hungcun Village- Departure for Shanghai
Stop At: Huangshan UNESCO Global Geopark, Huangshan China
Wake up early and follow your guide to enjoy the spectacular sunrise at the best spot. Continue to explore other famous attractions after breakfast. If you enjoy hiking you could make the way to Xihai Grand Canyon that retains the world’s most beautiful valley surrounded with “Avatar Mountain” looking cliff forest, be marveled at the amazing views of the unique peaks, various fantastic pine trees, spectacular sea clouds.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hongcun Ancient Village, Northwest Corner, Yi County 245500 China
Around noon you will descend mountain and head to Hongcun Ancient Village, listed as the UNESCO site, enjoy the picturesque countryside scenery, learn about local rural life, folk culture and admire the unique Hui style architecture from ancient period. Immerse yourself in the charm of the “painting village”. and have a fun walk in the bamboo forest where the Oscar-Winning film” Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” was made. During the tour you will also take a break and savor a delightful local lunch with the recommendation from your guide.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Huangshan Railway Station, Tunxi District, Huangshan City, China, 245011
After the wonderful tour your guide will see you off at Huangshan station and be ready to board the train for Shanghai. Your local friendly driver will wait for you at Shanghai station and send you back to your Shanghai hotel.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.