One-day tour of Wuzhen

A Day in Wuzhen: Traditional Charm & Canal Life

l Summary：

Wuzhen, one of the six ancient water towns of Jiangnan, boasts a millennium of history. Crisscrossed by murmuring canals, its banks are lined with well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty architecture - whitewashed walls and black-tiled roofs seemingly floating upon the water.The Dongzha (East) district retains an authentic charm with cultural relics like Mao Dun's former residence, while Xizha (West) comes alive at night when stone bridges glow under lantern light, their reflections dancing to the rhythm of oars - the very essence of waterside poetry.

A living museum of sericulture culture, Wuzhen weaves together intangible heritages like indigo-dyed fabrics and traditional "Gusao" cakes with timeless folk customs. Strolling its cobbled lanes feels like stepping into a classical Jiangnan painting.

• HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS TOUR
• Explore the undeveloped Nan (South) District to discover Wuzhen's most authentic heritage.
• Experience traditional plant-dyeing techniques at a heritage indigo workshop.
• Savor a waterside banquet amidst the town's mesmerizing nightscap

Trip Itinerary  

9:00am: We'll depart from Hangzhou in a private vehicle exclusively arranged for your journey to Wuzhen. The 1.5-hour ride will take you directly into the heart of Wuzhen's core scenic area—a privileged access that bypasses long waiting lines, ensuring your experience begins with seamless ease and convenience from the very first moment.

10:00am-11:30am: we'll first explore Wuzhen's Nan (South) District - an authentic ancient quarter spared from over-commercialization. Here, the original living traces of local residents remain perfectly preserved.

Walking along the timeworn bluestone pavements with murmuring canals beside you, you'll cross weather-beaten stone bridges connecting banks lined with traditional wooden houses. This is Wuzhen in its purest, most primordial form - where every step immerses you in the water town's untouched heritage.

11:30-13:00pm: Indulge in Tongxiang Clay Pot Stew - Wuzhen's signature dish that captures the authentic flavors of the water town. This local delicacy, simmered to perfection with regional ingredients, will tantalize your taste buds while replenishing your energy for the afternoon explorations.

13:00pm- 14:00pm: Embark on an in-depth exploration of Xizha (West District). Your journey begins at the Traditional Plant Dyeing Workshop, a living heritage site where artisans demonstrate the ancient process of coloring textiles with natural botanical pigments. Witness how leaves, roots and flowers transform into vibrant eco-friendly dyes - a perfect fusion of sustainability and traditional craftsmanship. 

14:00pm-15:00pm：Continue to Zhaoming Academy, one of China's oldest private libraries. Immerse yourself in the scholarly atmosphere as you browse antique books in this Ming Dynasty architectural gem, where every wooden beam seems to whisper stories of literati from centuries past.

15:00pm-16:00pm：A visit to Wuzhen Post Office is essential - housed in an elegant Jiangnan-style waterside building that epitomizes the region's architectural charm. Don't miss the opportunity to select distinctive postcards or specialty philatelic items to mail to loved ones, creating enduring mementos of your water town journey.

1. Price Details

• Price includes:
• hotel pick-up
• Chinese tour guidesservice
• Entrance fee to attractions listed in the itinerary

• Price excludes:
• International and domestic airfare or train fare
• Visa fee
• Hotel accommodation
• Tips for guides, escort, drives, bellman, etc.
• Personal expenses
• Optional tours, meals, activities and services
• Travel Insurance

2. Trip Notes

• Egotripreserves the right to adjust the price caused by exchange rate
• Special requirements should be advised to Egotripin advance.
• Egotripreserves the right of final explanation for any change due to the reasons beyond our control.

3. Comments

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If you cancel or cannot take your tour as a consequence of force majeure, Egotrip will refund the amount you have paid less any non-recoverable out-of-pocket costs incurred on your behalf - car rentals, admissions, hotel reservations, tickets etc. We may require you to provide verification to confirm that you were unable to take your tour if you request a refund under this provision.
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For cancellation due to any other reasons (such as illness, change of personal circumstances), the date on which the request to cancel is received by Egotrip will determine the refund due as follows:
If you cancel 7 days or more before the start of the tour:10% cancellation fee.
If you cancel 6 to 2 days before the start of the tour:50% cancellation fee.
If you cancel less than 1 day before the start of the tour or no show: 100% cancellation fee.