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Hangzhou And Wuzhen Scenic Tour

"Memorable tour in the natural beauty and a tranquil, oldstyle town" Hangzhou is famous for its natural beauty and historical and cultural heritages. The ancient saying has it "There is a paradise in the heaven, and down on earth there are Suzhou and Hangzhou". After 50 minutes driving, you will arrive at Wuzhen-a small town with a history of 1200 years. The black tiled, tung oilpainted timber framework houses contrast sharply with its white walls and gray flagging."

Daparture Date: You Choose!
Duration: 4 Days

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Day 1

Place & Transport: Arrive in Hangzhou, Flight not included
Today's Activities: Airport Transfer (Hangzhou)

Accommodations: Ramada Plaza Hangzhou Haihua (Deluxe) Sofitel Westlake Hangzhou (Superior) Crystal Orange Hotel (Economy) 

Day 2

Place & Transport: Hangzhou
Today's Activities: The West Lake(including the Island on the lake), Lingyin Temple, Six Harmonies Pagoda, Meijiawu Tea Plantation
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Zhang Sheng Ji Restaurant

- The West Lake(including the Island on the lake) (1 hour): West Lake has an area of 5.6 square kilometers (2.2 square miles) and is the symbol of Hangzhou which lies on its banks and is a place of tranquility. A visit to Fairy Island is worth it to see on of the Ten Best Views of West Lake - Three Pools Mirroring the Moon. The occasional pagoda and Chinese-style arched bridges add atmosphere to the tree-lined walkways, verdant islands and hills make West Lake a very special part of any China experience.
- Lingyin Temple (2 hours): Lingyin Temple is one of the ten most famous ancient Buddhist temples in China. It also houses various Buddhist literature and treasures situated in front of the Temple, and is famous for its more than 470 stone carvings of Buddhist figures, which dated from the 10th to 14th centuries.
- Six Harmonies Pagoda (30 minutes): The Liuhe Pagoda is located on the north bank of the Qiantang River in the south of Hangzhou City. The Liuhe Pagoda is one of the famous ancient pagodas in our country and forms the wonderful sceneries of Hangzhou together with "the ten sceneries of the West Lake". Highly erected by the Qiantang River and to the south of the West Lake, it is a perfect symbol of brick-and-wood structure built in the ancient China. It was first built in 970 AD in the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127). The name "six harmonies" comes from the six Buddhist ordinances, meaning "harmonies of the heaven, earth, east, west, south and north"
- Meijiawu Tea Plantation (1 hour): Tea village is seated at the hinterland of West Lake Park and it boasts the most important tea production basis. Here you are in an original natural environment, just relax your feelings and enjoy the special tea culture, taste the fragrant tea while appreciating the beautiful village scenery.
- Zhang Sheng Ji Restaurant : Zhang Sheng Ji is a popular old Hangzhou restaurant whose philosophy is that food doesn't have to be fancy or use exotic ingredients to be delicious. Duck casserole and West Lake vinegar fish are the first dishes that come to mind for most people when Zhang Sheng Ji is mentioned.

Accommodations: Ramada Plaza Hangzhou Haihua (Deluxe) Sofitel Westlake Hangzhou (Superior) Crystal Orange Hotel (Economy) 

Day 3

Place & Transport: Hangzhou to Wuzhen (Watch the Video )
Today's Activities: Wu Zhen boat cruise, Ancient Village Wuzhen, Our guide and driver will escort you from Hangzhou to Wuzhen
Meals: Breakfast, Chinese Lunch at Local Restaurant

- Wu Zhen boat cruise (2 hours): The Wuzhen wooden boat takes 6 people at maximum and cruise is around 20 minutes. Tourists can enjoy the atmosphere of the traditional cultures and the original ancient features of the town that have been preserved intact, the elegant watery views and the strong local colored traditions and customs.
- Ancient Village Wuzhen (1 hour): Wuzhen lies in the far north-east of Zhejiang province, about 90 minutes by road from Shanghai. The name "water town" is especially apt; besides lying on the Grand Canal, the settlement is completely encircled by two rivers - the Dong Shi and a smaller tributary, which meet at a T-junction.
- Local Restaurant: The limited restaurant options mean that there is no choice available however our guide will organize the best available based on the season and the surroundings.

Accommodations: Tong An Hotel (Superior) Zhaoming Hotel (Deluxe) Wuzhen Guest House (Economy) 

Day 4

Place & Transport: Wuzhen to Hangzhou to Departure City, Flight not included
Today's Activities: Our guide and driver will escort you from Wuzhen to Hangzhou, Airport Transfer (Hangzhou)
Meals: Breakfast

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Price Per Person and Shown in US Dollars
Nov.1 - Mar. 31 Superior Deluxe Economy Single Room Supplement *
1 Person $1,764 $1,396 $1,174 -
2-5 Persons $921 $737 $626 $408 / $224 / $113 /
6-9 Persons $690 $506 $395 $408 / $224 / $113 /
Apr.1 - Oct.31 Superior Deluxe Economy Single Room Supplement *
1 Person $1,764 $1,437 $1,174 -
2-5 Persons $921 $757 $626 $408 / $244 / $113 /
6-9 Persons $690 $526 $395 $408 / $244 / $113 /
  1. Normally hotels allow a maximum of 3 adults per room with an extra bed, at extra charge. Some hotels will allow three adults and a small child.
  2. Tour price is indicative only, please enquire for a detailed quotation.
  3. More people more discounts. Please enquire for more details.
  4. * Single Room Supplement prices are shown: Superior/Deluxe/Economy

Hotels We Arranged
City Superior Deluxe Economy
Hangzhou Sofitel Westlake Hangzhou
Ramada Plaza Hangzhou Haihua
Crystal Orange Hotel
Wuzhen Tong An Hotel
Zhaoming Hotel
Wuzhen Guest House
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Price Inclusions and Exclusions

Price Inclusions:

  • Entrance Fees:
    To scenic spots as listed in the itinerary.
  • Meals:
    All meals as specified in the itinerary.
    If the restaurant indicated is not available on the day, your guide will arrange another restaurant from our list of approved restaurants. Breakfast is usually a western style buffet. We endeavor to ensure that a choice of western and Chinese breakfasts is supplied, however there may be occasions when only a Chinese breakfast is available in some remote locations.
  • Private Transfers:
    Transfers between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing in Hangzhou, Wuzhen by private air conditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide (as listed above).
    Your comfort is our priority! Click here to get a description of the vehicles that we use for our tours.
  • Guide:
    As outlined in the itinerary an English-speaking guide and driver will be provided in each city, who will remain with you throughout your time in that city. A new guide and a new driver will meet you at each city on your tour, to provide you with the best local knowledge available.
  • Hotels:
    Hotel fees are based on two people sharing one room with twin beds.
    All hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast. All rooms are air-conditioned with private facilities unless specified.
  • Service Charge & Government Taxes:
  • Insurance
    The insurance is China Life Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance.
    Click here to learn more about the insurance coverage and the sum insured.
  • Luggage Transfers:
    Between airports and hotels.
  • Arrangements:
    The tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges.

Price Exclusions:

  • International Airfare or Train Tickets to enter or leave China.
    USA-CHINA/CHINA-USA: China Highlights has negotiated special discount fares (restrictions apply) for selected flights operated by Air China from major US and China gateways. We are able to offer these special deals to confirmed customers. Discount US to China Flights
  • China Entry Visa Fees.
  • Excess Baggage Charges.
    Passengers holding an adult fare or half fare ticket are entitled to a free baggage allowance of 20kg, for economy class. Total weight of carryon baggage for each passenger may not exceed 5kg. The size may not exceed 20x40x 55cm. More
  • Personal Expenses:
    Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone calls, optional activities, sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary.
  • Meals:
    Any meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary.
  • Single Room Supplement.
Customer’s questions about this page
Q
We have our own accommodation in Hangzhou. We would like to join a tour of Hanzhou, Wuzhen and Suzhou. How much for 2 people? Thank you.
Asked by Kim Robertson (Jun. 08, 2011) Reply
A Karen Yang (Jun. 08, 2011) replied:
Kim, thanks, i have sent you email with the itinerary and cost (US$781) for 2 people. Karen
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