Tour Overview
Escape Shanghai's metropolis for a one-day Jiangnan journey. Travel by high-speed rail or comfortable coach to Hangzhou, hike the misty Nine Creeks amid bamboo and tea plantations, wander Longjing village, then admire the poetic scenery of World Heritage West Lake.
Highlights
Detailed Itinerary
Early morning pickup at your Shanghai hotel. Two transport selections available: take the 1-hour high-speed rail to Hangzhou East Station, or travel by air-conditioned coach to Hangzhou. Meet local guide and driver upon arrival.
Trek the famous Nine Creeks trail, where clear brooks wind through lush bamboo forests and rolling Longjing tea terraces. This quiet natural corridor links mountain streams and tea farms. Wander into Longjing village, the birthplace of premium Dragon Well tea. Visit a local tea house for tea tasting and learn about traditional tea farming. Optional add-on: Hand tea picking & stir-frying tea experience.
Savor authentic Hangzhou cuisine at a lakeside restaurant, featuring classic local dishes such as West Lake vinegar fish and Dongpo pork. Optional add-on: Private local chef dining experience.
Visit West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Roam along shaded lake causeways and capture postcard-perfect views of pagodas and misty hills. Hear the timeless legend of the White Snake while overlooking the calm lake waters. Optional add-on: Scenic West Lake boat cruise to view Three Ponds Mirroring the Moon.
Late afternoon transfer back to Hangzhou East Station / coach parking lot, return to Shanghai, hotel drop-off, tour concludes.
