Wuzhen Water Town Day Tour from Hangzhou: Dive into 7,000 Years of Chinese History
Jia Xing Shi
Immerse yourself in 7,000 years of Chinese history on a day tour of Wuzhen Water Town from Hangzhou. Explore the ancient streets, savor authentic food, and experience the charm of this picturesque town.
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Wuzhen East Gate (South Gate) - Your trip starts with a pickup at your Hangzhou downtown hotel or Hangzhou train stations. Then count on our comfortable vehicle with licensed driver who will help you with your luggage and take you to Wuzhen Water Town in about 1.5 hours’ driving. The whole town is divided into Xizha (western street) and Dongzha (eastern street) by a crisscrossing river. You will visit Dongzha first which maintains the basic original layout. Taking a stroll around the streets of Dongzha, you can find out the original living status of the local people. There are different kinds of manual workshops. If you are interested in the working process of creating blue calico and Sanbai Liquor, you can not miss this place. Workshops like the Hongyuantai dye-house and Sanbai liquor workshop reflect the authentic life of the local people. What’s more, Dongzha has many famed scenic spots, like the Former Residence of Mao Dun, Lizhi Academy, Qinggengyudu and Hanlin Mansion. These archaic buildings dating back to the Ming and Qing Dynasty are magnificent.
What's Included
  • Expert guidance by a professional guide
  • Comfortable travel in an air-conditioned private vehicle
  • Refreshments provided with bottled water
  • Included admission tickets for attractions
  • Convenient downtown hotel and railway station pickup and drop-off in Hangzhou
  • Safe travel with a licensed driver
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities(optional)
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Wuzhen, one of the six ancient towns south of the Yangtze River, is often referred to as “the last pillow in China”. Its rich 7,000-year cultural history and 1,300-year history of town construction afford it the status of the first historical and cultural city in China. The town is bisected by a winding river into Xizha (western street) and Dongzha (eastern street). As a visitor, you can leisurely wander the town’s cobbled streets, savour the local delicacies, and immerse yourself in the vibrant activity of this picturesque location, reminiscent of ancient times.

Location
Wuzhen East Gate (South Gate)
Zi Ye Lu
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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