Hangzhou Departure: Wuzhen Water Town & Nanxun Ancient Town Day Tour with Sandaocha & Pingtan Performance

Experience Wuzhen and Nanxun,
Two Water Towns in One Day from Hangzhou

We'll pick you up from your designated hotel in downtown Hangzhou between 07:00 and 07:30 AM before heading to Wuzhen. After about a 1.5 to 2-hour drive, we'll begin our exploration, focusing on Wuzhen's East Scenic Area (Wuzhen Dongzha).

In Wuzhen, you'll visit the former residence of Mao Dun, a prominent modern Chinese writer, the White Flower Village, and exhibition spaces showcasing traditional wood carvings. Admire the picturesque canals with small boats, traditional houses lining the alleys, and the unique sight of blue-dyed fabrics drying in the sun. You can also opt for a short boat ride on the canals for an additional fee on-site.

During lunchtime, enjoy the freedom to explore Wuzhen's streets and choose your meal. Savor local specialties like duck or lamb dishes according to your preference before we drive approximately one hour to Nanxun.

Stroll Through Nanxun Ancient Town's Old Streets and Canals

In the afternoon, we'll explore Nanxun Ancient Town (Nanxun Guzhen). Walk along Baijianlou (Hundred Rooms Tower), where old houses stretch along the canal, and admire the quintessential Jiangnan scenery of white walls, black tiles, and wooden pillars.

You'll also discover traces of Nanxun's prosperous silk industry. Explore the old streets and silk shops, and learn about the traditional silk-making culture. Wander through the narrow alleys connecting small bridges, canals, and traditional houses, experiencing a different atmosphere from Wuzhen.

Experience Sandaocha and Suzhou Pingtan

To conclude our visit to Nanxun, we'll experience Sandaocha (Three Courses of Tea). Sample three types of tea, prepared in different ways and with distinct flavors, to immerse yourself in the local tea culture of the Jiangnan region.

Next, enjoy a performance of Suzhou Pingtan (Suzhou Storytelling and Ballad Singing), a representative traditional art form of China's Jiangnan region. Experience the unique local culture through a captivating blend of storytelling, singing, and traditional instrument music. After the performance, we'll drive back to Hangzhou, arriving at your original pickup hotel around 7:30 PM to conclude the tour.

Tour Itinerary: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM Hotel Pickup → Wuzhen Dongzha → Free Lunch → Nanxun Ancient Town → Sandaocha Experience → Suzhou Pingtan Performance → Arrive back at Hangzhou Hotel around 7:30 PM