ποΈ Destination: Two-day Tour in Hangzhou
π Recommended travel time: Spring and autumn, with pleasant climate and suitable for playing.
π° Budget range: 800 - 1500 yuan (depending on accommodation and catering standards).
π Highlights of the route: Experience the natural scenery and historical culture of Hangzhou, feel the tranquility and mystery of ancient temples, and experience the unique umbrella culture and tea culture.
π Itinerary:
Day 1:
-Morning: Go to the West Lake scenic area. You can choose to tour by combining walking and taking a sightseeing bus or taking a boat tour around the lake. Check in at the famous Ten Scenes of the West Lake and feel the beautiful scenery of the West Lake. It is recommended to take a painted pleasure boat, choose a pier to board, and disembark at another pier after going to the island to enjoy the beauty of the island.
-Noon: Go to the popular cafeteria of Zhejiang University and taste special delicacies.
-Afternoon: Go to Yuhuang Mountain Scenic Area, which is a viewing secret place loved by locals. Have a cup of authentic Longjing tea at the tea room outside Zilai Cave and overlook the West Lake and the Qiantang River in the distance. Then go to the China Umbrella Museum to appreciate the unique umbrella culture in the south of the Yangtze River. You can also have a DIY experience at the Handicraft Living Exhibition Hall.
-Evening: Check in at the literary block of Nanshan Road, stroll in it and enjoy the leisure time. Visit the Zhejiang Art Museum and feel the artistic atmosphere. In the evening, enjoy the music fountain near Hubin (Intime). If you are energetic enough, you can climb Baoshi Mountain at night and overlook the night view of the West Lake.
Day 2:
-Morning: Go to Lingyin Feilai Peak Scenic Area and appreciate ancient stone carvings. Then enter Lingyin Temple and feel the strong Buddhist atmosphere. Lingyin Temple is one of the top ten ancient temples in China. It is said that praying here is very effective and there are many pilgrims.
-Noon: Go to Qingxinzhai loved by locals and taste special vegetarian dishes. The dishes are rich and the price is affordable.
-Afternoon: Go to Yongfu Temple and experience its tranquil meditation atmosphere. Then come to the Old Longjing Imperial Tea Garden, taste authentic Longjing tea and learn about the tea planting and production process. Then check in at Hupan University and feel its unique cultural atmosphere. Take a stroll around Wuguitan nearby and enjoy the quiet environment. Then view the panorama of the Qiantang River Bridge from a distance and stop at Liuhe Pagoda for a while to enjoy the full view of the bridge.