2-Day Trip to Hangzhou!

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This easy-going itinerary will allow you to soak in the sights while keeping things relaxed and peaceful. 😌

🌟 Day 1: Beijing → Hangzhou (West Lake & Ancient Temples) 🏞️✨

🌅 Morning: Travel to Hangzhou

🔹 6:00 AM – Start your day with a light breakfast ☕🥐 and get ready to head to the airport.
🔹 8:00 AM – Take a flight to Hangzhou (杭州) ✈️ (~2 hrs).
🔹 10:30 AM – Arrive in Hangzhou, and head to your cozy hotel for a quick check-in. 🏨

🌆 Afternoon: West Lake & Tea Plantations 🌳🍃

🔹 12:00 PM – Head out for lunch—try the famous Hangzhou dish, West Lake fish in vinegar sauce 🐟🍲.
🔹 1:00 PM – Visit West Lake (西湖), the beautiful, tranquil lake surrounded by gardens, temples, and pagodas. Take a slow boat ride 🚤 to enjoy the scenic beauty from the water. 🌸🌿
🔹 3:00 PM – After your boat ride, stroll around the lake and visit the Lingyin Temple (灵隐寺)—one of the most famous Buddhist temples in China. It’s peaceful and picturesque! 🏯💫
🔹 4:30 PM – Take a walk to Tea Hill (龙井山), known for famous Longjing Tea (Dragon Well Tea). Visit a tea plantation, where you can sip some fresh tea and enjoy the green surroundings. 🍵🌱

🌙 Evening: Relax by the Lake & Dinner 🌜🍽️

🔹 6:30 PM – Enjoy dinner at a lakeside restaurant with views of West Lake at sunset 🌅.
🔹 8:00 PM – Take a slow evening stroll around West Lake, which looks magical under the soft lighting 🌙. The serene atmosphere is perfect for unwinding after your first day.
🔹 9:30 PM – Head back to your hotel to relax and get a good night’s sleep. 🛏️

🌟 Day 2: Hangzhou → Wuzhen (Water Town & Historic Streets) 🚣♀️🏘️

🌅 Morning: Visit Wuzhen Water Town 🏘️

🔹 8:00 AM – Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and check out of your hotel.
🔹 9:00 AM – Take a 1.5-hour ride to **Wuzhen (乌镇), a charming ancient water town with canals and traditional architecture. 🚗
🔹 10:30 AM – Explore Wuzhen’s ancient streets, known for its quaint alleyways, old wooden houses, and canal views. Take a boat ride to see the town from a different angle. 🚤
🔹 12:00 PM – Visit the Wuzhen Water Town Museum to learn about the town’s history and cultural heritage. 🏛️

🌆 Afternoon: Relax & Explore Local Culture 🌺🎨

🔹 1:00 PM – Have lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy Wuzhen-style snacks like steamed dumplings or rice cakes. 🍲
🔹 2:00 PM – After lunch, take a slow walk through the ancient market streets. Shop for some local handicrafts or traditional Chinese tea. 🛍️✨
🔹 3:30 PM – Visit the Museum of Chinese Medicine (in Wuzhen), which showcases ancient herbal remedies and treatments. It’s a peaceful spot to spend some quiet time learning something new. 🌿🏺

✈️ Evening: Return to Beijing

🔹 5:00 PM – Head back to Hangzhou by car (about 1.5 hours).
🔹 7:00 PM – Take a flight back to Beijing. ✈️
🔹 9:30 PM – Arrive in Beijing, feeling refreshed and recharged from your peaceful getaway! 🌟

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Post by A little snap | Feb 13, 2025