Shanghai Trip Overview
What better way to explore one of the most historical town near Shanghai by having an indigenous inhabitant tell you stories about the history and evolution of the 2200-year-old historical and picturesque town.We will be going to Hangzhou by bullet Train(a mere 60- minutes journey at the speed of 180miles/hour!) -Known as “Heaven on the Earth”,we will set out on a scenic drive around Hangzhou’s UNESCO-listed landscapes on this full-day sightseeing tour .Visit the famous 1600-year -old temple on the beautiful hills by the West Lake, Sample traditional tea and enjoy the incredible view of tea plantation at the Longjing Village(where the most famous Chinese tea is grown!) and stop for lunch at a farmer’s house with delicious local produces.A visit to the China Tea Museum with surely help appreciate the incredible rich history and culture around Chinese Tea.Finally,we will stroll around the mist-surrouded West Lake/Flower Harbor Park, one of China’s most memorable natural wonders.
Additional Info
Duration: 10 hours
Starts: Shanghai, China
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Shanghai, Shanghai Region, China
What better way to explore one of the most historical town near Shanghai by having an indigenous inhabitant tell you stories about the history and evolution of the 2200-year-old historical and picturesque town.We will be going to Hangzhou by bullet Train(a mere 60- minutes journey at the speed of 180miles/hour!) -Known as “Heaven on the Earth”,we will set out on a scenic drive around Hangzhou’s UNESCO-listed landscapes on this full-day sightseeing tour .Visit the famous 1600-year -old temple on the beautiful hills by the West Lake, Sample traditional tea and enjoy the incredible view of tea plantation at the Longjing Village(where the most famous Chinese tea is grown!) and stop for lunch at a farmer’s house with delicious local produces.A visit to the China Tea Museum with surely help appreciate the incredible rich history and culture around Chinese Tea.Finally,we will stroll around the mist-surrouded West Lake/Flower Harbor Park, one of China’s most memorable natural wonders.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Faxi Temple, Meilingbei Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou 310007 China
You will walk through the beautiful temple with the guide explaining the history and Buddhist philosophy
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Longjing tea fields, Longjing tea village, Hangzhou China
Walking through the oldest tea fields in China, enjoying breathtaking views of tea plantation , and sipping fresh tea directly from field.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: West Lake (Xi Hu), West Lake Scenic, Xihu District, Hangzhou 310000 China
Wandering through the causeway through the lake , with guide explaining about the history and stories of the magnificent pagoda by the lake
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: National Tea Museum, Shuangfeng Country, Longjing Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou 310000 China
Explore the 3000-year history of China’s Tea Culture
Duration: 1 hour
